Experience Kyoto’s rich history and culture on a private, customizable tour with a government-certified guide. Explore iconic temples, hidden shrines, and traditional markets while enjoying a personalized itinerary tailored to your interests.
Tour Guide
What's not included
Transportation fees for the guide
Personal expenses
Food and drinks
Temple tickets
Transportation fees for participants
Entry/Admission fees for Nijo Castle, Ginkakuji Temple, and Tenryu-ji Temple
Pickup location where our vehicle will collect you:
You'll be picked up from your hotel or designated meeting point by your guide. The guide will provide an overview of the day’s itinerary and ensure that your tour is tailored to your preferences.
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Duration: 1 hour
Start your journey at the iconic Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates. Explore the sacred trails leading up the mountain and immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of one of Kyoto’s most important Shinto shrines.
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Duration: 1 hour
Visit the historic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, known for its wooden stage that offers panoramic views of Kyoto. Wander through the temple grounds, discover its sacred halls, and take in the beauty of the surrounding nature.
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Duration: 1 hour (admissions excluded)
Explore Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its impressive architecture and stunning gardens. Learn about the history of the shoguns and the significance of this castle in Japan’s feudal era.
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Duration: 1 hour
Stroll through Gion, Kyoto’s famous geisha district. Your guide will share stories of the area’s rich cultural heritage as you explore its traditional wooden machiya houses and narrow streets. You may even catch a glimpse of a geisha or maiko.
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Duration: 1 hour
Experience the flavors of Kyoto at Nishiki Market, also known as "Kyoto’s Kitchen." This bustling market is filled with shops and stalls offering a variety of local delicacies, fresh produce, and unique souvenirs.
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Duration: 1 hour
Visit the stunning Kinkakuji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. Admire the temple’s shimmering reflection on the pond and explore the surrounding peaceful gardens.
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Duration: 1 hour (admissions excluded)
Next, head to Ginkakuji Temple, the Silver Pavilion, known for its beautiful simplicity and serene gardens. Stroll through the temple grounds and enjoy the calm and tranquil atmosphere.
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Duration: 30 minutes
Explore the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a mesmerizing forest of towering bamboo. Walk through the pathways surrounded by these tall, swaying stalks and experience the serene beauty of this natural wonder.
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Duration: 30 minutes (admissions excluded)
Conclude your tour with a visit to Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its beautifully landscaped gardens and the temple’s rich history, with views overlooking the nearby mountains and river.
After a full day of exploration, your guide will escort you back to your hotel or designated drop-off point, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour lasts approximately 8 hours, giving you ample time to explore several key attractions in Kyoto. This includes visiting shrines, temples, markets, and other cultural sites.
Yes, the tour is fully customizable based on your interests and available time. You can discuss your preferences with the guide beforehand to tailor the itinerary to your liking.
Absolutely. The tour is family-friendly, and we can arrange for infant seats if needed. The itinerary can be adjusted to include activities that are enjoyable for both adults and children.
Our guides are fluent in English and Spanish, ensuring that you can comfortably communicate and gain a deep understanding of Kyoto’s history and culture during the tour.
This is a private tour, so the group size is flexible. Whether you’re traveling alone, as a couple, or with a larger group, the tour can be tailored to accommodate your needs.
Great tour, we took a tour of Kyoto and explored all the temples and shrines. It was good to explore it and Andrea our tour guide helped us a lot. Would recommend.
sagar c
November 13, 2024
Long tiring day, but so well worth it
I wanted to see the main key sights of Kyoto, and that I did. Very well planned, and left the tour close to where I wanted to be, a pig cafe! I had a brilliant day. Thank you
Malcolm R
November 5, 2024
sagar c
November 13, 2024
Kyoto day tour
Great tour, we took a tour of Kyoto and explored all the temples and shrines. It was good to explore it and Andrea our tour guide helped us a lot. Would recommend.
Malcolm R
November 5, 2024
Long tiring day, but so well worth it
I wanted to see the main key sights of Kyoto, and that I did. Very well planned, and left the tour close to where I wanted to be, a pig cafe! I had a brilliant day. Thank you
