Kyoto Private Tour – One Day Highlights

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Explore Kyoto with an expert Local Guide

Highlights

  • Explore Kyoto’s top sights with a private, English-speaking local guide
  • Visit the Iconic Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion
  • Walk through the Bamboo Grove in Arashiryama
  • Head to the famous wooden stage of Kiyomizu-dera for panoramic Kyoto cityscapes
  • Explore the magical Thousand Torii Gates of Fushimi Inari
  • And much more..

What to expect

Kyoto (京都) was the capital of Japan for over a millennium, and has the reputation of being its most beautiful city.

Unlike Tokyo, Kyoto was able to keep the customs and traditions of the Old Japan, as it was spared from the bombing of the Second World War and was never affected by earthquakes and other natural disasters.

Experience the best of Kyoto in one unforgettable day on a fully private, customizable 8-hour tour tailored entirely to your interests.

Explore iconic landmarks, traditional neighborhoods, and local favorites at your own pace — with a knowledgeable guide designing the perfect route just for you.

Fushimi Inari Taisha main torii
Fushimi Inari Taisha main torii
Golden Pavilion Kinkakuji
Golden Pavilion Kinkakuji
Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District
Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District
The Yasaka-no-to Pagoda
The Yasaka-no-to Pagoda
The Oldest Zen Temple Kenninji
The Oldest Zen Temple Kenninji

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Fushimi Inari Taisha main torii
Fushimi Inari Taisha main torii
Fushimi Inari Taisha main torii
Golden Pavilion Kinkakuji
Golden Pavilion Kinkakuji
Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District
Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District
The Yasaka-no-to Pagoda
The Yasaka-no-to Pagoda
The Oldest Zen Temple Kenninji
The Oldest Zen Temple Kenninji

JPY 52,000/Group

Up to six (6) guests

Please be sure to read our FAQ to see other details and seasonal pricing.

¥62,400

1 day
Adult(s) – 15 years and over
Children – 6 – 14 years
Infants
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Practical Information

  • Duration: Full day (8h)
  • Tour type: Private, walking & public transport-based
  • Pace: Easy to moderate walking
  • Best for: First-time visitors, couples, families, small private groups

What’s Included

  • Private, full-day guided tour of Kyoto (8 hours)
  • Licensed, English-speaking local guide
  • Hotel pick-up
  • Guide’s transportation & entrance fees
  • Flexible, customizable itinerary

What’s Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Your transportation
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch & guide’s lunch
  • Gratuities (optional)