6 days in Kyoto & Hiroshima Itinerary

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

Explore hidden gems such as Nanzen-ji Temple and Tofuku-ji Temple. There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, don't miss a visit to Eikando Zenrinji Temple, and contemplate the long history of Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine.

For ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Kyoto trip planner .

If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major airports are Osaka International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Chubu Centrair International Airport. In March, daytime highs in Kyoto are 16°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) so you can travel back home.

Grapple with history and appreciate modernity in Hiroshima, a city known around the world for its tragic past and inspiring rebirth.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Itsukushima Shrine, stroll through Momijidani Park, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Daishoin Temple. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, appreciate the history behind Atomic Bomb Dome, appreciate the history behind Peace Bell, then see the interesting displays at JMSDF Kure Museum, and finally admire all the interesting features of MAZDA Zoom-Zoom Stadium Hiroshima.

For maps, photos, and other tourist information, read our Hiroshima trip planner .

Getting from Kyoto to Hiroshima by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train, flight, and ferry. In March, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time for the train ride back home.