Japan 【Kyoto】Torokko train and Hozugawa river cruise bus tour

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Japan 【Kyoto】Torokko train and Hozugawa river cruise bus tour

11 Hours 30 Minutes

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Overview

This bus tour is equipped with an on-board foreign language guidance system. It comes with audio guides in English, Chinese, and Korean, so it is recommended when guiding guests from overseas. This is a standard tour that offers a great deal and combines the “Trolley Train” and “Hozugawa River Cruise,” experiences that you must have at least once when visiting Kyoto, all in one day! After enjoying the leisurely scenery from the train window, enjoy the thrilling Hozugawa River Cruise, steered by an experienced boatman. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Hozugawa Valley in every season, such as cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.

Trip Highlights

  • [Available in English, Chinese, and Korean] Recommended for foreign tourists and English learners! Multilingual audio guide included
  • Tours are guaranteed to run for one person or more! If there are vacant seats, reservations can be made up to the day before the tour.
  • Departing and arriving at Kyoto Station, you can travel comfortably to your destination.

Itinerary

07:45 (If setect departure from Osaka) :
Meet in front of Kani Douraku Dotonbori East store (from Osaka)

Look for the orange vest!

At the bus stop, staff wearing orange vests will be waiting for you holding "EASY GO" flags.

*Depending on congestion and traffic conditions, the itineraries for the trolley train and Hozugawa River Cruise may change or the times may vary.

Meeting point map

Please check the image for details of the meeting place.

09:15 (If setect departure from Kyoto) :
Meet at the chartered bus stop at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (from Kyoto)

Look for the orange vest!

At the bus stop, staff wearing orange vests will be waiting with "EASY GO" flags.

*For directions to the Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit chartered bus stop.

*Depending on congestion and traffic conditions, the itineraries for the trolley train and Hozugawa River Cruise may change or the times may vary.

Additional information on location and directions

  • For details on the meeting place at Kyoto Station, please check 【EASY GO Tour "Kyoto Station" Information】

EASYGO Tour "Kyoto Station" Guide.pdf

08:00 (Departure by bus From Osaka) :
Departure by bus From Osaka
09:30 (Departure by bus From Kyoto) :
Departure by bus From Kyoto
Day 5 :
Sagano Scenic Train

Board the retro diesel locomotive and depart! The train will travel at a speed of about 25km per hour, a little faster than a bicycle. Enjoy the beauty of the valley and the fresh greenery along the Hozu River! In places with particularly beautiful scenery, the train will slow down so you can enjoy the scenery at your leisure. The conductor's humorous announcements are also part of the fun!

Day 6 :
★You can easily travel by bus from the trolley terminal to the Hozugawa River Cruise boarding point!
Day 7 :
Hozugawa River Cruise (approx. 2 hours)

Japan's longest and longest! Set off on the Hozugawa River Cruise, a trip Kyoto is proud of around the world! Rowing vigorously into the pure waters of the Hozugawa River, we travel approximately 16km to Arashiyama. Enjoy a luxurious boat trip that brings you into contact with nature while looking up at the fresh greenery that colors the gorge.

Don't miss the skilled rod handling by the experienced boatmen! The boat is filled with excitement as they navigate the deep abysses and rapids. The boatmen's witty conversation is also a fun part of the Hozugawa River Cruise♪ They will tell you about the history of the river rafting and provide you with surprising trivia in their humorous stories.

*The tour will be canceled when the water level rises (dangerous water level) or in bad weather, but in case of rain, the tour will be operated under a awning. (Umbrellas cannot be used on board.)

14:00 :
Arashiyama Free Walk (about 2.5 hours)

After arriving at the Arashiyama dock, you will have plenty of free time to wander around. In addition to the beautiful scenery around Togetsukyo Bridge, the bamboo forest path where you can walk in the cool air is also a popular walking spot. There is also a wide variety of gourmet food to eat while walking around, such as Japanese sweets and local specialties. We

also recommend visiting historical sites such as Tenryu-ji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Enjoy your time in the beautiful Arashiyama, dyed in fresh greenery.

*The time for strolling around Arashiyama may be shortened depending on the local congestion on the day and the return time of the Hozugawa River Cruise. Please note.

17:30 / 19:00 :
Disband at where you come from

17:30 Disband at the Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit chartered bus stop

or

19:00 Ends in front of Kani Douraku Dotonbori East store

*Endpoint cannot be changed different from your meeting point. Please select your starting point clearly.

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    June 10, 2025
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    June 12, 2025
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    June 14, 2025
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    June 15, 2025
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    June 16, 2025
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    June 17, 2025
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    June 19, 2025
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    June 21, 2025
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    June 22, 2025
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    June 23, 2025
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Things to check before booking

Participation Restrictions

  • If there are fewer than six participants the tour may not operate.
  • On the day of the tour, there will be only one tour conductor guiding you, so there will be no emergency contact on the day. If you do not show up at the meeting time, the tour will be considered canceled and we will depart, so please make sure to check the meeting place yourself and arrive on time.
  • There will be a tour conductor, but no tour guide. Please be aware of this before applying.
  • This tour is a joint tour departing and arriving at Dotonbori, Osaka. Please be aware that when you board the tour from Kyoto Station, passengers departing from Osaka will already be on board.
  • [Boarding restrictions for the Hozugawa River Cruise]
    1. No one under 80cm tall may board.
    2. No one who cannot properly wear a life jacket may board.
    3. No one who is in poor health may board.
    4. Disabled persons must be accompanied by one person for each Type 1 disabled person and Type 2 disabled person under 12 years of age. (Guide dogs may board.)
    5. Wheelchair users must be accompanied by an attendant even if they are able to use the wheelchair by transferring to a seat, etc. (Wheelchairs cannot board by themselves.)
    6. Children under the age of 2 are not permitted to participate, even if accompanied by an adult.
  • If the tour is cancelled due to bad weather or other reasons, the tour operator will contact you by phone or email. If there is no contact, the tour will proceed as normal.

Required information

  • Due to the nature of trolley train reservations, reservations made 30 days prior to the participation date will be accepted as “provisional reservations.” Thank you for your understanding.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the bus departure time.
  • The tour will not be canceled without prior notice. Please wait at the meeting point until departure.
  • If it is decided that a facility included in the tour will be canceled, a partial refund will be given.
    *The facility admission fees etc. included in the tour price are different from the published price. There will be no refund or additional charges for the difference from the published price.
  • As a general rule, eating and drinking are prohibited on the bus. Drinks with a lid are permitted. If food or other items are found on the bus or are deemed dirty, a cleaning fee will be charged directly.

What to wear and bring

  • We recommend that you wear clothes that can be adjusted according to the season and weather.
    – Cold weather clothing
    – Raincoat, towel
    *Boats for the Hozugawa River Cruise are equipped with wave breakers, but depending on the amount of water in the river, you may be splashed with water. If you really don’t want to get wet, we recommend that you bring a raincoat.
  • Each passenger
    may bring one suitcase-sized piece of carry-on baggage. Depending on the vehicle being operated on the day, you may be asked to either check it in the trunk or carry it on your seat.

Others

  • The order of the itinerary, departure and arrival times, and duration of stay may change significantly due to traffic conditions, weather, etc. In addition, if the arrival time is delayed and you are unable to connect to public transportation, transportation expenses such as taxi fares and accommodation costs will be borne by the customer.
  • The event may be canceled due to social conditions.
  • Delays and non-participation due to transportation delays, etc. will also be subject to cancellation fees.
  • Please check the terms and conditions before applying. Standard travel agency terms and conditions_Japan Holiday Travel Co., Ltd..pdf
  • Please check the travel terms and conditions before applying. Travel terms and conditions_Japan Holiday Travel Co., Ltd..pdf
  • If there are 10 or fewer participants, the tour may be conducted by minibus.
  • This tour may involve shared passengers with foreign tourists visiting Japan.
  • [Trip conditions]
    Departure point: Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Stop
    Trip days: 0 nights, 1 day
    Transportation: Bus
    Operating bus companies: Megumi Trading, Nihei, Hakuba Transportation, Yes Map, Sakura no Tabi Naniwa Salon Bus, Rainbow Wing, Sunstar Line, Godai Tour Bus, Eidtaku International, Yoshiizumi, Michio Shoji
    Meal conditions: 0 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 0 dinners
    Accommodation: None
    Minimum number of participants: 6 Tour
    conductor: Yes (bus driver and tour conductor)
    [Trip planning/implementation] Japan Holiday Travel Co., Ltd.
    3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Registered travel agency by the Osaka Prefectural Government No. 2-2181
    [Consignment sales]
    VELTRA Co., Ltd.
    5F, Nippon Life Insurance Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
    Registered travel agency by the Tokyo Prefectural Government No. 2-5555
    Full member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (Inc.)
  • Please refer to the image for the meeting place after the free time in Arashiyama. Please be sure to arrive on time.
    *The location and time may change depending on the situation on the day. Please be sure to check the meeting place with the tour conductor on the day. 
  • Seat reservations are not possible on the trolley train or Hozugawa River Cruise.
  • Seats on the bus will be allocated in the order of reception on the day (unreserved seats).
    *You may be seated next to other participants.
  • Depending on the number of people, the driver may also serve as a tour guide.
  • Seats cannot be reserved. If you have any requests, such as mobility issues, please let the tour conductor know on the day.
  • There are no toilets on the buses, so please use the toilet before departing from your destination.
  • Depending on the number of participants, a medium or small bus may be used.
  • This tour is only available online, and all information will be sent by email. No mail will be sent.

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Japan 【Kyoto】Torokko train and Hozugawa river cruise bus tour
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