How demanding is this tour?

It is the most active tour in this operator's lineup, with 15,000 to 20,000 steps and some hills in Higashiyama. Tell your guide in advance if you would like a slower pace or fewer stops, and the day adjusts.

Can we change the itinerary?

Yes, the route is fully customizable. Swap in quieter temples, focus on food, or linger longer at Fushimi Inari; your guide plans around your interests.

Are admission fees included?

No, temple and shrine admission fees and lunch are at your own expense. Hotel pickup in Osaka City, public transportation, and the guiding are included.

There are no guarantees, but the route passes through Pontocho and Gion, the districts where geiko and maiko live and work, and late afternoon offers the best chance of a respectful glimpse.

Kyoto

Private Kyoto History and Culture Tour from Osaka

English

8 hours

Kyoto's greatest sights line up in a single sweeping day on this private tour from Osaka, from the torii tunnels of Fushimi Inari to Kiyomizu-dera's wooden stage and the geisha lanes of Gion. Hotel pickup in Osaka, train transportation, and a local Japanese guide are included.