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Kyoto Custom Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide (4/8h)

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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20 reviews
Activity provider:
Japan Wonder Travel
Kyoto Custom Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide (4/8h)
Top rated
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
20 reviews

A local guide will explain every corner of Kyoto, down to the smallest alleyways. This is a fully customizable tour.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 8 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 4 - 8 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
A pick-up location is limited to hotels in Kyoto City. Please let us know your hotel name in advance. Your guide will meet you at the hotel lobby.
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

S
Steve – Belgium

We booked a full day tour with local guide Kaori and we loved the experience! She was very well prepared and had already discussed with us what we would like to visit before the tour started. She had made a good program so we could see a lot of Kyoto without having to rush from one site to another. We visited Kinkakuji temple (the Golden pavilion), Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Fushimi Inari shrine !Thousands of Shinto gates) and Gion where Kaori gave us extra information on Japanese history and tradition. At noon we had lunch in a traditional Japanese restaurant, sitting on the floor. Very nice experience and very good choice of her! At the end of tour she gave us some tips on other things to do/visit in Kyoto and even arranged a taxi for us. We were very happy to have booked this tour and would like to thank Kaori again for the wonderfull experience!

J
Julie – United Kingdom

Very good guide. Tailored our activity well based on our request.

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Highlights

  • Explore the local streets of Kyoto with an informative guide
  • See the Kinkakuji temple or Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
  • Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine and the Gion district

Full description

Explore the rich history and tradition of Kyoto at your own pace with a knowledgeable local guide on a fully customizable private tour.

Whether you want to visit as many famous spots as possible, avoid the crowds for a more relaxed experience, or capture the most photogenic locations — we’ll tailor the perfect itinerary just for you through a pre-tour consultation.

Possible destinations include:
Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, Gion, and the scenic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka slopes.

Whether for a half-day or full-day tour, your guide will flexibly adapt the schedule to your interests and travel goals. You can even include local food experiences, shopping, or cultural activities.

With a guide who knows both the well-known highlights and hidden gems of Kyoto, enjoy a one-of-a-kind journey that's anything but ordinary.

Includes

  • Professional, local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Entrance fees to temples
  • Lunch
  • Public transport fee
  • Other Private Expenses
  • Private Vehicle

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, so please wear comfortable shoes
  • This is a walking tour. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between spots.
  • We can change the itinerary to meet your requests.
  • The tour will take place rain or shine.
  • Please bring cash as some shops don't accept credit cards

From $276 per group up to 6

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 20 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5
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Steve – BelgiumOctober 18, 2019 – Verified booking
We booked a full day tour with local guide Kaori and we loved the experience! She was very well prepared and had already discussed with us what we would like to visit before the tour started. She had made a good program so we could see a lot of Kyoto without having to rush from one site to another. We visited Kinkakuji temple (the Golden pavilion), Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Fushimi Inari shrine !Thousands of Shinto gates) and Gion where Kaori gave us extra information on Japanese history and tradition. At noon we had lunch in a traditional Japanese restaurant, sitting on the floor. Very nice experience and very good choice of her! At the end of tour she gave us some tips on other things to do/visit in Kyoto and even arranged a taxi for us. We were very happy to have booked this tour and would like to thank Kaori again for the wonderfull experience!
J
Julie – United KingdomMarch 26, 2023 – Verified booking
Very good guide. Tailored our activity well based on our request.
N
Nicole – United StatesMay 30, 2023 – Verified booking
Kenji was great. He took us to the places we wanted to visit and had historical background for each place.

Product ID: 126050

Activity provider:
Japan Wonder Travel
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