Kinkaku-ji & World Heritage Private Tour

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Kyoto’s World Heritage with a Local Guide

Kinukake-no-michi (きぬかけの路), was opened in 1963 and first called Kanko-doro (Tourist’s road), however since 1991 it has been called Kinukake-no-michi or Draped silk road, chosen from a local contest.

This historic road, also known as “World Heritage Road”, runs approximately 2.5 km through the foothills of northwest Kyoto and links three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Kinkaku-ji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion), Ryoanji and Ninnaji.

It is an excellent area for walking and enjoying other temples and shrines, galleries and more.

Join us on this cultural journey around some of Kyoto’s distinct temples and visit the must-see sights in a day.

If you want to travel in comfort, we will arrange your own car and driver.

Tour Highlights

  • Ninnaji Temple and its stunning five-story pagoda
  • Ryoanji Temple, considered one of the finest examples of Japanese rock gardens
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple, renowned for its striking architecture and picturesque setting
  • Toji-in Temple, often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors but offers a rich experience for those interested in Kyoto’s temple culture and history
  • Kitano-temmangu Shrine (if time permits), dedicated to Tenjin, the Shinto deity of scholarship and learning

Gallery

Ninna-ji temple
Ninna-ji temple
Ninna-ji temple
Ryoan-ji rock garden
Ryoan-ji rock garden
Toji-in zen temple
Toji-in zen temple
Tanabata at Kitano-temmangu Shrine
Tanabata at Kitano-temmangu Shrine
Ninna-ji temple
Ninna-ji temple
Ryoan-ji rock garden
Ryoan-ji rock garden
Toji-in zen temple
Toji-in zen temple
Tanabata at Kitano-temmangu Shrine
Tanabata at Kitano-temmangu Shrine

Custom Tour

Depending on what you want to visit (temples, shops, museums, monuments, etc.) or participate in a cultural experience, we will build a personal tour plan just for you, in line with your interests, travel styles, schedule and other requirements, to ensure that your visit will be an unforgettable experience.

Contact us for a tailor-made visit.

Rates (group of up to six (6) guests)

  • 1/2 day 5 hours Private Tour: JPY42,500
  • + 6 guests, contact us for an estimate
  • Inclusions: Local English-speaking tour guide, hotel pick-up,  guide’s transportation & entrance fee.
  • Exclusions: Personal costs, transportation, entrance fee, lunch & guide’s lunch.

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

¥46,750

5 hours
Adult(s) – 15 years and over
Children – 6 – 14 years
Infants
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