Kyoto Sagano Romantic Railway & Hozugawa River Boat Ride Tour

Highlights

• Ride the scenic Sagano Romantic Train through Kyoto’s beautiful countryside.
• Cruise down the Hozugawa River on a traditional boat with stunning natural views.
• Enjoy spectacular seasonal scenery, from cherry blossoms to vibrant autumn foliage.
• Escape the city and immerse in Kyoto’s peaceful nature on this relaxing adventure.
• Audio guides in English, Chinese, and Korean are available.

What to expect

Enjoy the colors of seasons as a retro train takes you on a leisurely ride. Hop on a traditional boat and marvel at the striking sights as you make your way down the Hozugawa River. Wrap up your day with some free time to enjoy Arashiyama.

Relax with a nostalgic train ride followed by an exciting adventure down the river on this full-day tour from central Kyoto. The rapids along the Hozugawa River will lead to scenic Arashiyama, where you will have a little more than two hours to explore the area.
Get up close with nature from the fast-flowing river to verdant forests. Close your eyes for a moment and listen to the serenade of the chirping birds and the rustling leaves. Open your eyes to lush greenery in summer, bright yellow leaves in autumn, and silvery scenery in winter, before the cherry blossoms repaint the whole landscape pink in spring!

What's included

• Japanese-speaking guide
• Ticket fee for tram and boat ride
• Bus fare
• Map and pamphlet in English, Chinese, or Korean
• English audio guide
• Chinese audio guide
• Korean audio guide

About this experience

Starting at

08:00, 09:00

※Please note that audio guidance cannot be used in case of maintenance. We appreciate your understanding.

Schedule

1. Check-in at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
2. Depart from the "OKOSHI" Bus Kyoto (Sightseeing Bus) Boarding Area

   Please be sure to exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Ticket window 10 minutes before the bus departure. It is necessary to have the bus ticket for boarding. Please make sure to arrive on time as the bus will depart as scheduled.

   
3. Scenic Train Ride Sugano Romantic train

   Go on a spectacular train ride that will take you from Saga Station to Kameoka Station—that's 7.3 kilometers of magnificent scenery! Treat your senses to a nostalgic ride through Kyoto's picture-perfect natural landscape.

   
4. Arrive at Torokko Kameoka Station

   Upon arriving at Torokko Kameoka Station, transfer by bus to the Hozugawa River Boat Ride boarding area.
5. Hozugawa River Boat Ride

   Enjoy a thrilling boat ride down the Hozugawa River to Arashiyama. Relish the feeling of being surrounded by nature as the cruise makes its way through some rapids, flanked by lush foliage.
   *If the river conditions cause the Hozu River Boat Ride to be canceled, the tour may be modified or canceled.

   
6. Exploring Arashiyama

   Feel the forces of nature at work in this glorious area of rural Kyoto. Get a good look at Tenryuji Temple, the head temple of a major branch of Zen Buddhism. Enjoy your free time in Arashiyama, and find a local spot for some lunch before heading back to the bus.

   
7. JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
8. *Schedule may change due to road conditions
9. Tour Ends

Location and Directions

• Check-in / Check-out

  JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi

  

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  If you exit from the Central Exit of JR Kyoto Station, it will be on your left hand side (or on your right hand side if you exit from the Shinkansen Central Exit). The bus stop is located in front of the Isetan Department Store. If you are coming by subway, please use Exit 6 at Kyoto Station.
  
  <font color="red">Before boarding, please exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a seat assignment ticket at the ticket counter. You will not be able to board with just the voucher.</font>

  

  Please refer to the file below for directions to the Okoshi Bus stop.

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