Private Tour - Visit Kyoto Must-See Destinations with Local Guide!
- Free cancellation up to 2 days before
- Confirmation within 2 days
- Guided tour in English and Chinese
About this experience
This is a one-day tour of Kyoto's must-see sights, very popular in any season and safe for first-time travelers to Kyoto.
You will visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, and Kinkakuji Temple, all of which are the main attractions of Kyoto!
At Fushimi Inari, enjoy the mysterious 'Senbon-torii'. Kiyomizu-dera Temple offers a unique view of Kyoto from its stage, while Nijo Castle showcases gorgeous old architecture. Kinkaku-dera Temple, known for its golden building, is said to be the origin of the 'Golden Land'.
Join us on this tour and enjoy the mysterious and beautiful ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto!
・Enjoy a jam-packed itinerary without worrying about planning
・See multiple temples, shrines, and attractions including the world heritage of Kinkakuji temple
・Mastered guide - our guide have a great guide experience and have deep knowledge of Kyoto
・Avoid language barriers—no worry about the language barrier in this tour!
・Taxi option available - if you need a taxi to get around, please contact us. We can arrange the option.
[Visit Spots]
Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine
Kiyomizudera Temple
Sannen-zaka
Gion / Hanami-Koji Street
Nijo Castle
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Next available dates
What’s included
- Tour Guide
- Private Tour
- Necessary expenses for the tour guide
Not included
- Costs incurred during the tour (estimate: ¥5,870 per person / Breakdown: transportation fee ¥1,470, admission fee ¥2,300, food and beverage expense ¥1,500, experience fee ¥600)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- The use of private van
Itinerary
- 1
Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine
The shrine is famous for the fantastic scenery of the thousand torii gates that line the approach to the shrine. These torii gates were placed at the shrine to pray for the safe fulfillment of wishes and as a token of gratitude for the fulfillment of wishes. Visit the shrine, which has been widely worshipped not only by emperors, aristocrats, and warriors, but also by the general public. Duration: 32 minutes
- 2
Kiyomizudera temple
A world heritage site representing Kyoto. It is one of the most visited temples, it is known as scared to the god of mercy. Built on the slope of a mountain, Shimizu no Butai, you can see over the beautiful city of Kyoto. Duration: 45 minutes
- 3
Sannen-zaka
It is part of the approach to Kiyomizu Temple and is said to have been used by Toyotomi Hideyoshi's wife Kita no Mandokoro. Along with Ninen-zaka, it is designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in Kyoto City. The winding stone pavement and stone steps are lined with old-fashioned buildings on both sides, and it is one of the focal points for sightseeing at Kiyomizu. Duration: 60 minutes
- 4
Gion / Hanami-Koji Street
This place, popular with tourists, is the main street of the Gion area. There are many Kyoto-esque buildings both within and around the avenue, such as Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, as well as teahouses, all lined up next to each other. If you are lucky, you may even spot geishas and maikos making their way in the back alleys! Duration: 10 minutes
- 5
Nijo Castle
Nijo Castle, the place of glory and demise of the Tokugawa Shogunate, is a valuable castle holding Japanese history. Here you can sit in the garden and enjoy the view, a small break after the busy tourist rush. Duration: 55 minutes
- 6
Kinkakuji Temple
Also known as the Golden Pavillion. It is busy all year around, but this is a must-see! Duration: 40 minutes
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Confirmation
- Confirmation within 2 days
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 2 days before
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Chinese
- Start times
- 09:00 · 09:30 · 10:00
Know before you go
- All transportation costs, entrance fees, food and drink costs, etc. incurred at the visited spots, will be borne by the customer.
- Estimated expenses required during the tour: ¥5870 per person (breakdown: transportation fee ¥1,470, admission fee ¥2,300, food and drink expense ¥1500, experience fee ¥600)
- If you choose the cab tour, all cab fares incurred during the tour, including those for the guide, are also the responsibility of the guest.
- Please wear comfortable clothes as there will be a lot of walking.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience starts.
- 2 days or more before: full refund
- Less than 2 days before: no refund
Meeting point
View on map
JR Kyoto Station, In front of the Bus Ticket Center near the central gate(Karasuma gate)
- Address
- 901 Higashi-Shiokōjichō (JR West) 8-3 Higashi-Shiokōji Takakura-chō, Kyoto, 600-8216, JP
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 34.98647, 135.75944
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 7 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience starts. 2 days or more before: full refund · Less than 2 days before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Chinese
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at JR Kyoto Station, In front of the Bus Ticket Center near the central gate(Karasuma gate), 901 Higashi-Shiokōjichō (JR West) 8-3 Higashi-Shiokōji Takakura-chō, Kyoto, 600-8216, JP.
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