Day Trip on the Sagano Romantic Train and the Hozugawa River Boat Ride
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Day Trip on the Sagano Romantic Train and the Hozugawa River Boat Ride
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Day Trip on the Sagano Romantic Train and the Hozugawa River Boat Ride

1 day
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Stop At: Osaka Station City, 3-1-3 Umeda, Kita, Osaka 530-0001 Osaka Prefecture

Depending on the departure date, this tour departs from JR Osaka Station and then heads to JR Shin-osaka station to pick up the rest of the group.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Kishibe Station Hotel, 1-chōme-25-3 Kishibeminami, Suita, Osaka 564-0011, Japan

Depending on departure date this tour departs from JR Osaka station and then heads to JR Shin-osaka station to pick up the rest of the group.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Tennoji Park, 1_108 Chausuyamacho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka 543-0063 Osaka Prefecture

Depending on the departure date, this tour departs from Tennoji Station and then heads to Namba OCAT to pick up the rest of the group.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Namba Station, 2 Chome-9 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan

Depending on the departure date, this tour departs from Tennoji Station and then heads to Namba OCAT to pick up the rest of the group.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Hozugawa River Boat Tour Destination Point, Japan, 〒616-8386 Kyoto, Ukyo Ward, Sagakamenoocho, 13 616 8386

The tour starts off at Kameoka where you will enjoy a spectacular 1.5~2 hour boat ride down the Hozu River. A boat will steer you down the winding river safely navigating the torrents and deep pools as you sit back and take in the marvellous ravine bursting in autumnal colors.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Arashiyama, Togetsukyo, Saga, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-8383 Kyoto Prefecture

After the 16km journey, you will arrive in Arashiyama, the popular district on the outskirts of Kyoto, for a buffet lunch (50 mins). With bellies full, enjoy exploring Arashiyama on foot for around an hour - Togetsu-kyo Bridge, bamboo forest, wandering through the streets full of shops, cafes and restaurants and visiting the historic temples and shrines are just a few ideas of how to spend the time.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: トロッコ嵯峨駅, Sagatenryuji Kurumamichicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8373, Japan

Next, make your way to Torokko Saga station on foot where you will hop on the Sagano Romantic Train which runs along the Hozu River. Take in the magnificent autumn scenery as the train snakes its way through the mountains.

Duration: 23 minutes

Stop At: Torokko Kameoka Tourist Information Center, Jiguro-20-2 Shinochōyamamoto, Kameoka, Kyoto 621-0825, Japan

Upon arrival at Kameoka Torokko Station, board the bus as it takes you back to Osaka.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Osaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal, 3-chōme-1-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka, 530-0001, Japan

If your departure place was JR Osaka or JR Shin-osaka stations, the bus will drop you off nearby those stations. The approximate arrival time is 19:05 at Shin-osaka Station and 19:20 at JR Osaka Station.

*If your departure was from Tennoji or Namba, the tour will NOT stop at Osaka and Shin-osaka stations!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Namba Station, 2 Chome-9 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan

If your departure points were Tennoji or Namba OCAT, the bus will drop you off around those stations. The approximate arrival time is 19:15 at Namba station and 19:35 at Tennoji station.

*If your departure was from Osaka or Shin-osaka, the tour will NOT stop at Tennoji and Namba stations!

Duration: 5 minutes

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Included
  • Transportation by coach
  • English-speaking tour conductor/staff
  • Lunch
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Entry/Admission - Hozugawa River Boat Tour Destination Point
  • Entry/Admission - Arashiyama
  • Entry/Admission - トロッコ嵯峨駅
Not included
  • Food and drinks (unless specified)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Infant (0-2 years old) are free of charge with no arrangement.
  • Child (3-5 years old) price includes bus seat, lunch and the river boat trip fee. On the Sagano Romantic Train, the seat for a child is not included. Please hold the child on your lap or, if necessary, book your child as a "Youth".
  • If the tour operator has to cancel the tour because of a typhoon, heavy snow or other circumstances beyond their control, this will be decided by 3pm the day before tour departure; you will be informed by e-mail and suggested a new departure date or receive a full refund.
  • Delays and changes made to the itinerary due to traffic, weather or other circumstances that are beyond the control of the tour operator are not subject to a refund.
  • This tour is operated for both Japanese and foreign customers. A Japanese tour conductor with an English-speaking staff will accompany the tour and will provide you with necessary information during the trip, but they are not responsible for providing any detailed introduction of attractions.
  • Once the tour is set to operate, it will do so regardless of the conditions of the autumn leaves.
  • Roads are expected to be heavily congested during autumn leaves season which might affect the itinerary including omissions or shortened visiting times and a delayed return to Osaka.
  • Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Should the Hozugawa River cruise be suspended, a refund of the group boarding fare will be given and the visit to Arashiyama will be longer.
  • The cruise will be 1.5~2 hours long depending on how high the river is.
  • The cruise will run when it's raining as boats are equipped with a collapsible roof.
  • Seats on the Sagano Romantic Train will be allocated on the day. Requests aren't accepted.
  • The tour bus will be picking up guests from other meeting points before reaching yours. As a result, the bus could be running late but please be patient and wait.
  • The tour end point might be different from the starting point. Please ask a member of staff on the day.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 42 travelers
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