Kyoto Private Tour with Customisable Itinerary & Local Guide
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Want to experience Kyoto your way? This private tour is built around your interests, whether you're into traditional temples, quiet backstreets, or Kyoto’s unique mix of old and new. What to Expect: * Tailored itinerary – From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to quiet traditional neighborhoods, reflecting your interests. From Fushimi Inari, to Kiyomizudera, from Arashiyama to Gion, the Geisha district. Tell us what you're looking for, and we’ll craft the perfect Kyoto adventure just for you! * Authentic local insights – Your guide will share stories, tips, and favorite spots for a deeper look into Kyoto's charm. * Stress-free – We handle the planning, you enjoy Kyoto at your own pace. Not sure where to begin? Share what you love, and we’ll craft your perfect Kyoto day.
Inclusions
What's included
- Completely Private and Customizable Walking Tour
- 5 hours with a Local Host
- Pick up at your hotel / accommodation
What's not
- Entrance/ Admission fees are pay on-site. Tour can be adjusted to avoid places with these fees.
- Lunch and other food, snack, and drink costs are not included.
- Public Transportation: Fares for trains, buses, etc. are not included.
Itinerary
Explore the iconic path of thousands of red torii gates, winding through the sacred Mount Inari. Even halfway up, enjoy stunning views. Keep an eye out for fox statues, guardians representing Inari, the deity associated with rice and sake. Note: This personalized experience may include alternative locations chosen by your host based on your interests.
After visiting one of the most famous temple of Kyoto, Kiyomizudera, discover the charm of Kyoto's historic district, Higashiyama, with its narrow lanes, wooden structures, and traditional shops and cafes. Note: This personalized tour may lead to different destinations, tailored to your preferences by your host.
Established over 1350 years ago, Yasaka Shrine stands as the guardian of Kyoto's Gion entertainment district, and it is particularly renowned for its vibrant summer festival, the Gion Matsuri (July). Note: This personalized tour may lead to different destinations, tailored to your interests by your host.
Kyoto's renowned Geisha district! Don't miss Hanami-koji street and the picturesque Shimbashi area, where traditional wooden houses host upscale restaurants, cafes, and tea houses. Note: This personalized tour may include different destinations selected based on your preferences by your host.
Situated in Sagano village on Kyoto's western side, the path through the Arashiyama bamboo grove offers an enchanting journey. The play of light filtering through the bamboo creates a near-magical atmosphere on the forest floor. For an optimal experience, enter the grove through the side gate of Tenryu-ji Temple, which showcases beautiful cherry blossom in spring and maple leaves in autumn. Note: This personalized experience may include alternative locations chosen by your host based on your interests.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Flip Japan Guide
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Kyoto
- Its from-price is 18% below the median of the 171 city tours we list in Kyoto.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 74 of 171.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan's imperial capital for over a thousand years, is a city of temples, gardens, wooden townhouses and refined traditions.
The city holds many of Japan's most treasured sites. Fushimi Inari Taisha's thousands of vermilion torii gates climb a wooded mountain, Kinkaku-ji's Golden Pavilion shimmers over its pond, and Kiyomizu-dera's wooden stage juts from the hillside above the city. The rock garden of Ryoan-ji and the mossy grounds of Ginkaku-ji invite quiet contemplation.
Top-ranked sights in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha), Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
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