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Serene Autumn Retreat in Kyoto and Hiroshima
6 days · 11 stops · ¥120,000–¥180,000 · 4 views
A tranquil journey through Kyoto's hidden temples and Hiroshima's serene landscapes, exploring local flavors and vibrant autumn colors.
Days
Itsukushima Shrine
Hiroshima
Ian G Shingler / CC BY-SA 4.0
Schedule
Day 01 of 06🛬
Arrive 14:00 · first activity from 16:30
2.5h customs + airport transit buffer
Getting there
Day 1Miyajimaguchi
≈ 12min
Miyajima Portlocal ferry
Getting around: Rental car or scooter
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Miyajima · 1 night
Wed, Nov 18 → Thu, Nov 19 · 2 guests
16:30
EXPLORE
厳島神社
Stay ~1h 30m
Momijidani Station
Itsukushima Shrine is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its iconic floating torii gate that appears to rise from the sea during high tide. The shrine is dedicated to the goddess of the sea and is famous for its stunning views of the surrounding landscape, particularly during sunset.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Miyajima → Hiroshima & Miyajima · Days 1–3
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Shimanami Kaido · Day 4
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Hiroshima & Miyajima → Miyajima · Days 5–6
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Rental car: pick up in Shimanami Kaido (Day 4), drop off at the end of Day 4. Skip it for the city legs.
Browse rental cars on Klook →Getting around
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
Browse rental cars on Klook →01 / 06
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥8,500–¥16,000 / person / day
¥100,000–¥190,000 total for 2 travellers
💴 Carry ~¥9,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 10 travel legs and 5 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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