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Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya and Ine Bay Day Tour in Kyoto

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Full-day tour in Kyoto, taking in Ine, Funayanosato Park and Funaya no Sato Observation. Run by Japan Vision Tour, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Bus/coach
  • Funayanosato Park
  • Funaya no Sato Observation
  • Amanohashidate
  • Runs 10 hours
  • Professional bilingual guide (English & Chinese)

Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya and Ine Bay Day Tour in Kyoto: Key Facts

PriceFrom $68 per person
Duration10 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 10-hour experience from Kyoto, built around Bus/coach, Funayanosato Park and Funaya no Sato Observation. It is run by Japan Vision Tour, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Kyoto was Japan's capital for over a thousand years until 1868 and has 17 UNESCO-listed sites among some 2,000 temples and shrines. The big three are Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, covered in gold leaf and best in morning light; Kiyomizu-dera, the wooden stage on the eastern hills with the Higashiyama lanes of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka below it; and Fushimi Inari's gates. Nijo Castle has the nightingale floors that squeak against intruders, and Ryoan-ji the rock garden. Temples open around 8:00 or 9:00 and close at 17:00, and the city bus is slow; a day with a driver or a guide who orders the stops against the crowds is the difference between four sights and seven.

The price covers bilingual guide, Comfortable vehicle with A/C, Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location, All taxes and Admission to Ine Bay Cruise. It does not cover Meals and beverages and Other personal expenses, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Japan Vision Tour sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Japan Vision Tour before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

2 starting location options

Harimaya Nippombashi 1-chome, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance Square Sunken Garden

Bus/coach

(2.5 hours)

Ine

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Funayanosato Park

Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

Funaya no Sato Observation

Photo stop, Free time, Sightseeing

Amanohashidate

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (2 hours)

Amanohashidate Viewland

Photo stop, Free time, Sightseeing

Kaisen Bridge

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

Amanohashidate Beach

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

Chionji Temple

Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

2 drop-off locations

Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance Square Sunken Garden, Harimaya Nippombashi 1-chome

Detailed Itinerary

2 starting location options: Harimaya Nippombashi 1-chome, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance Square Sunken Garden

Bus/coach: (2.5 hours)

Ine: Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Funayanosato Park: Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

Funaya no Sato Observation: Photo stop, Free time, Sightseeing

Amanohashidate: Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing (2 hours)

Amanohashidate Viewland: Photo stop, Free time, Sightseeing

Kaisen Bridge: Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing

Includes

  • Professional bilingual guide (English & Chinese)
  • Comfortable vehicle with A/C
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • All taxes, parking fees, toll fees, gas fees, environmental fees
  • Admission to Ine Bay Cruise (if you choose an option that includes admission)
  • Admission to Amanohashidate Cable Car (if you choose an option that includes admission)

Excludes

  • Meals and beverages
  • Other personal expenses

Important information

Meeting point

Japan Vision Tour sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 10 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 742 reviews
Guide
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Value for money
4.9/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Lisa
September 10, 2026

We had a wonderful day with our guide Theo. Would definitely recommend this experience!

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Cecilio
September 9, 2026

Amazing day trip! The trip was well organised and our guide was well versed in everything about the tour. Job well done to our guide - JUN and to our driver. I want give them ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.

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Jessica
September 8, 2026

We loved the day trip, especially Amanohashidate - feeding the seagulls was also very fun! Lee, our tour guide, was very funny and gave us lots of great information about the sights we were seeing, we loved his jokes! Would deffo recommend:)

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Luísa
September 16, 2026

Absolutely amazing experience! The tour was very well organized and I had such a great time from beginning to end. A special thank you to Oscar, who was fantastic throughout the whole day — incredibly kind, attentive, knowledgeable and always making sure everything went smoothly. He made the experience feel relaxed and personal, and genuinely made the day even more enjoyable. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Thank you, Oscar! Highly recommend!

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Thongdee
September 15, 2026

What an amazing trip! I went alone to join the trip and it was a great experience. Rex (our tour guide) was very good at his job ! Make the trip much more enjoyable.

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Clarisse
September 14, 2026

Jack was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of interesting facts and tips, always with the smile and with a solid English. The tour went very well and the whole bay was gorgeous. I can only recommend!

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Ruffin
September 14, 2026

Jack is very helpful and such nice guy with everyone!

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Camille
September 13, 2026

CC was a very good guide and the experience was wonderful. Thank you so much.

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Annette
September 11, 2026

Enjoyable day. A worthwhile tour. The guide needs to slow down while speaking English. At times missed what she was saying.

5
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Krati
September 9, 2026

Peggie was such an amazing guide, and we were so lucky to have her on our tour! She was warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire day so enjoyable. She explained everything so well and shared many interesting stories and local insights. The tour was very well organized, and we got to experience some beautiful places. Peggie also made sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time throughout the day. Highly recommend this tour, especially with Peggie as your guide! ❤️

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Catherine
September 7, 2026

The trip was amazing!! Jun was the best tour guide. He had such good energy and was funny, both in English and Mandarin. He made sure everyone was taken care of and having a good time. You could tell he put a lot of effort into making sure the trip went smoothly and was memorable from having a quiz with prizes on the culture and history of Kyoto to singing us a song in Japanese. The trip in general is a must do if you go to Kyoto. The views at each stop were beautiful, and you get to go to the beach at the end!! Make sure to buy the package that includes the chair lift ticket and boat cruise s

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Howard
September 5, 2026

Peggie spoke great English. She was super nice and pleasant to tour with. Bus was nice and driver was great too. Thanks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Japan Vision Tour sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover meals and beverages and other personal expenses. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Professional bilingual guide (English & Chinese), Comfortable vehicle with A/C, Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location, All taxes, parking fees, toll fees, gas fees, environmental fees, Admission to Ine Bay Cruise (if you choose an option that includes admission), Admission to Amanohashidate Cable Car (if you choose an option that includes admission)
The duration of the Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya and Ine Bay Day Tour in Kyoto is typically 10 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, or mid-to-late November for peak autumn foliage. Kyoto sits in a basin and runs hotter in summer and colder in winter than Tokyo, even at a similar latitude. Full month-by-month figures are in our best time to visit Kyoto guide.
Kyoto never built an extensive subway — just two lines (Karasuma and Tozai) — so the city bus network does most of the work, especially for Higashiyama, Kinkaku-ji and Ginkakuji. Fushimi Inari and Arashiyama are best reached by JR rail instead. See getting around Kyoto.
Three days covers the essentials well: a day for Higashiyama and Gion, a day for Arashiyama and Kinkaku-ji, and a day for Fushimi Inari plus a Nara or Uji day trip. Our 3-day Kyoto itinerary has the full route with timing.
Arrive by 6:30-7am — the shrine is open 24/7 and free, and most visitors only walk the first 20-30 minutes anyway. Past that point the crowds thin out fast. Full hike details in our Fushimi Inari guide.
Yes — it's a public path with no entrance fee and no set hours. The trade-off is that it gets shoulder-to-shoulder by mid-morning; arrive before 8am for a nearly empty walk. See the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest guide.
Kyoto restricts photography on certain private alleys in Gion after complaints about tourists chasing and blocking geiko and maiko, with fines for violators. Public streets like Hanamikoji-dori remain open, but never chase, touch or block a real geiko/maiko anywhere. Full etiquette in our Gion geisha district guide.
Yudofu (simmered tofu, best near Nanzen-ji or Arashiyama), kaiseki and shojin ryori temple cuisine, and Nishiki Market's stalls of tako tamago and fresh yuba. Uji, just south of the city, is one of Japan's top matcha-growing regions. See the Kyoto food guide.
Starting from$68