Recent Traveler Reviews
Here is a selection of the most recent reviews of the Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo submitted by actual travelers. Read what travelers liked, what they loved, and what they thought could be improved.
We chose this tour as we had just one day to see Kyoto and we were delighted with our choice. The pick-up and transfer to the train were on time and so well organized, the views of Mt Fuji from the train were spectacular. On arriving in Kyoto we were met by a guide and taken for a fantastic lunch at the hotel right across the road from the station. The tour itself was wonderful, although a bit rushed due to the short time available, but we saw the highlights and loved it all. The guide was excellent. All in all we highly recommend this tour for anyone short on time - definitely worth doing despite the high price.
Reviewed by: Sharon M, Israel, April 2009
We really loved the trip...What a blast!
Reviewed by: Stephen C, Australia, October 2008
I thought every aspect of the day was excellent! I just wish I had planned for more time in Kyoto, like several days!
Reviewed by: Anne J, USA, August 2007
We loved the train ride in first class. Very relaxing and a treat. Lunch buffet was wonderful. Only advice - don't book the trip for the hottest and most humid week of the year in August which made it hard to concentrate on the beautiful sights. Guide was very nice and informative as we drove around the city.
Reviewed by: Michael B, USA, August 2007
staff before and after bullet train excellent.... host on bus tour of kyoto, could have been bit clearer...
Reviewed by: Carol O, February 2013
Expensive but very well worth it
Reviewed by: Robert W, Nederland, December 2012
A fantastic trip. All English-speaking staff who guided us during the tour were friendly and helpful. Since our tour lasted just one day (exactly, 12 hours including over four hours traveling on the bullet train between Tokyo and Kyoto), we could have brief visits to three temples.
Reviewed by: HUU CHUONG P, December 2012
Very good and personal service. Well organized and everything on time. Very interesting places for visiting, good food. The afternoon trip does not go to the golden pavilion. Would be useful to know which objects will be visited beforehand, so that the expectations can be adjusted. Thanks - did not expect that level of service for one person. The journey on the train absolutely wonderful, but the seet could have been on the Mount Fuji site. The preferences for the trip could include this option.
Reviewed by: Elena M, October 2012
For a short Yokyo stay (we were 2 days) a great way to absorb variety. Hotel midday meal was oustanding!.
Reviewed by: R E H, September 2012
Excellent day out. The three of us were well looked after at every stage of the tour, could not praise the tour guides enough and would like to arrange further tours in this region in the future.
Reviewed by: Lisa J, April 2012
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