Top Kansai Private Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Explore the highlights of Osaka in a day, without the stress of figuring out public transport route maps, as a private guide joins you on the journey from Kyoto. After meeting at your hotel, head to Osaka together, where you can see a shortlist of top sights in a day. Access spectacular views from Osaka Castle, stroll through Dotonbori District, and learn about great street food at Kuromon Market.

Eat your way through Kyoto on this private food tour with a local host. Discover the city's rich culinary scene while tasting 10 of the dishes most loved by locals, from savory snacks such as gyoza and takoyaki to desserts such as Japanese pepper ice cream. In between food stops, you'll see some of the highlights of the city and receive personalized recommendations for the rest of your trip.

This tour is best for first-time visitors to Kyoto. You will visit popular must-see tourist attractions such as Golden Pavilion, bamboo groves, and Tenryuji Temple with its wonderful World Heritage garden. We will also take you to hidden jem, meaning the temple of heaven, which is a relatively quiet and beautiful temple. You can enjoy popular sightseeing spots in a comfortable and efficient manner by cab. The tour ends in the Arashiyama area.　 After the tour, the guide will give you directions to other must-see places such as movie studios, Nijo Castle, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, Gion, etc. If you are new to Kyoto, please join this tour and get an outline of Kyoto sightseeing.

It can be daunting as a first-time visitor to Japan to cope with language barriers and navigate around a new place. On this Kyoto half-day tour, take the stress out of travel planning by having a local host plan your day. Explore one or two neighborhoods of your choice, walking past multiple top attractions and learning about Japanese culture from your guide. By traveling with a local, you learn about hidden secrets off the beaten track that tourists wouldn’t usually visit.

Hi I'm Kosuke Let me show you around my home town. Feel free to contact me and let me know dates and places of your interest. Please book me two days at least if you really want to enjoy Kyoto! Thank you very much

This is a Nishiki market private tour using public transportation. The destinations of the tour includes Nishiki market, Nijyo castle and Kyoto imperial palace. Let's try many kinds of seafood and traditional Japanese food while learning from the professional guide about the history of Nishiki market! Take a tour to eat and drink like locals! As an example, there are shops such as Hedgehog wharf, sea urchin, fried fish cake, hamo(pike conger) , Japanese-style egg omelet and more. Meal charges are not included in this tour fee. The average food and drink price per person at Nishiki market is 3,000 yen to 4,000 yen.Depending on the menu you choose, these charges will change. Choose what you like and eat a lot at Nishiki market! After eating, enjoy the ancient buildings and the history about them. For details of the destination, you can look at the what to expect, inclusions and excursions section of this web page.

With this private tour, there’s no need to worry about spending hours researching things to do in Kyoto. Instead, enjoy the luxury of having a full itinerary organized for you. Beginning in Tokyo, travel to Kyoto, then benefit from having a guide to show you around top sightseeing spots, such as Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nishiki Market, Gion, and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Avoid the formality and rush of big group tours and explore the UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site, Mt. Koya at your own pace on a private walking tour. Customize your tour by selecting the 2-3 spots you're most interested in visiting and learn all about one of Japan's most-sacred mountains from your expert guide.

Safely explore Kyoto’s mountain trails by heading to Mount Kuruma with a private guide to navigate and show you the area's stunning temples, forests, and onsens. Start with a hotel pickup–which saves the hassle of traveling to a meeting place. Then, during the tour, learn fascinating insights about local history, folklore, and the hidden gems that you can find in the mountain landscape—such as Yuki Shrine.

If you want to party like they do in Osaka, this bar-hopping tour is perfect for you. Your local guide takes you to traditional Izakaya bars that only locals know. If you don’t speak Japanese, don’t let language barriers get in your way. Your guide helps to explain the menus, and order unique, local dishes and drinks for you. Enjoy enough drinks and food to make up a full meal; vegetarians and vegans can also be accommodated.

Take a deep-dive into Japanese culture and experience Osaka like a local on this evening walking tour. Join your guide on an exploration of the city’s historic districts, including the former ghetto and the Red Light district. Learn about Osaka’s history, heritage, and local traditions; venture down the backstreets to visit quirky sites often missed by travelers; and sample traditional street foods. Upgrade to include a delicious dinner.

Avoid the crowds and time pressure that often come with visiting Kyoto by starting early on a private tour designed to get you ahead of peak visitor times. Instead of navigating busy attractions later in the day, you experience iconic sites at their most peaceful, with a smoother flow between key locations. It’s an efficient way to see Kyoto’s highlights while avoiding the rush.

Discover Osaka your own way on this private tour that is entirely customized to suit your own interests and preferences. Rather than following a set itinerary, your guide will design the trip around you, whether you are interested in seeing historic sites, contemporary wonders, or want to take a deep dive into some of the city's fascinating back streets.

If you’re traveling to Kyoto with kids, and are looking for a way to keep them interested, this is the perfect tour. You’ll explore the city with a guide, so you won’t have to worry about getting lost. Visit lots of family-friendly spots, including temples, gardens, restaurants, and fun museums—such as the Railway Museum. It’s a great way to get local tips, discover family-friendly areas, and also get your bearings of Kyoto.

Even the most dedicated shoppers can feel overwhelmed in Osaka, with its huge variety to suit all tastes. Remove the hassle from your shopping trip by going with a personal guide. You'll answer a brief questionnaire and be matched with the best host for your interests, who will design a customizable itinerary just for you. Save time and have fun with invaluable insider tips.

Discover Osaka like a local on this private guided tour that takes you around the city's top spots by public transportation. Starting at JR Osaka Station, your guide will lead you to some of the city's most-important landmarks, including Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, Kuromon Market, and Tsutenkaku, while telling you all about Osaka's history and culture.

Cruise passengers with limited time on land will enjoy the convenience of this private tour of Nara from Osaka or Kobe. Learn all about Japanese history and culture at this ancient capital, full of UNESCO-listed temples and shrines, traditional Japanese gardens, and one of the biggest Buddha statues in the country. You’ll be picked up from the port or your hotel and returned there at the end of the day.

Get a taste of local life in Osaka on a walking tour of Japan’s third largest city. Witness Osaka’s different faces, from bustling business center to historic cultural hub, as you follow your guide through the city’s vibrant neighborhoods. Stroll along the lively waterfront of the Dotonbori entertainment district; visit the landmark Hozenji temple; and ride the subway like a local. Get an insight into Japanese cuisine and sample local specialty Kushikatsu as you explore traditional Shinsekai.

Exploring a new city with a local provides a far richer experience than you'd get alone. This private tour of Nara, departing from Kyoto, allows you to see the city through a local's eyes. You'll be paired with a guide who shares your interests and spend the day discovering Nara's top attractions, as well as a few hidden spots you'd never find otherwise.

This private full-day tour makes it easy to explore some of Kyoto’s highlights without the risk of getting lost. In the morning, head to Arashiyama, a peaceful district in western Kyoto where you can see wild monkeys, cross the Togetsukyo Bridge, and take a stroll in the bamboo forest. In the afternoon, be amazed by the golden Kinkakuji, a must-visit attraction in Kyoto.

Discover the historic environs of Nara, ancient capital of Japan, as you explore Buddhist temples, shrines and the famous Nara deer park on this excursion from Kyoto. Visit Todaji Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, before seeing Kasuga Shrine, which features over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. Then stop by Nara Park, a 1,250-acre reserve that’s home to more than 1,000 deer.

Experience the nature and culture of Kyoto on this all-day private excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore this UNESCO-designated city with a chauffeur to take you between sites. Customize the tour to suit your interests and visit popular attractions such as the Arashiyama bamboo forest, Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and Gion district.

Stroll the back alleys of Kyoto, missed by many visitors, as dusk falls and they are at their most atmospheric on this private guided tour. In the company of just a guide and your party, see how ancient tradition blends with contemporary culture as you explore the enchanting wooden alleyways lit with traditional paper lanterns in the historic Gion district and the picturesque streets of old Pontocho, where, with luck, you might spot a geisha or two.

Capture your visit to Kyoto with a special photo session conducted by a professional photographer. Choose the locations and types of images you want, and receive around 50 edited images after your private photo shoot. You’ll also receive suggestions from your photographer about places to see in Kyoto, along with an overview of Kyoto’s history and culture.