Top Kyoto Prefecture Private Sightseeing Tours - page 4

This luxurious tour introduces all the important spots in Kyoto in one day: you can get to know the faith of the commoners of Japan, the characteristic food of Kyoto, the residence of the shogun, the palace of the Emperor, and also take a stroll through the geisha street. With this tour, you can deeply understand the lives and thoughts of the people of Kyoto and Japan.

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.

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.

Explore some of the most important tourist attractions in Kyoto on this private half-day tour that starts in the afternoon. Go to Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, Yasaka Pagoda, Yasaka Shrine, and the beautiful Geisha district of Gion—all with a guide to entertain you with commentary and make sure you don’t get lost.

Discover Kyoto’s iconic landmarks on this private full-day tour, featuring personalized guidance and a flexible itinerary. Visit the famous Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine with its striking vermilion torii gates, stroll through the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and marvel at the Zen-inspired Rock Garden at UNESCO-listed Ryoanji Temple. Conclude your journey with the shimmering Golden Pavilion at Kinkakuji Temple and a cultural stroll through the historic Nishiki Market.

Kyoto is the most famous tourist destination in Japan with plenty of wonderful sights to see. Here we offer a luxurious tour early in the morning that enables you to visit three of the most iconic tourist attractions in Kyoto. Enjoy the treasures of the former capital in a relaxing atmosphere thanks to fewer tourists compared to ordinary day-time tours. Be an early bird and avoid the crowd.

Visit the enchanting district of Arashiyama, renowned for its thick bamboo groves, resident monkeys, and well-preserved sacred shrines. On this personalized excursion, you’ll join a local guide to explore the stunning region, which lies at the foothills of the Arashiyama Mountains. Tours include admission tickets to four local temples as well as Okochi Sanso Villa, a traditional Japanese home and garden inscribed as national cultural properties.

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and history with this private full-day vehicle tour from Kyoto. After selecting whether you want a guided tour or just a driver to take you around, the trip allows you to see UNESCO World Heritage–listed temples and cultural attractions with ease. Potential stops on the way include Kinkaku-ji Temple, Fushimi-Inari Taisha shrine, Nijo Castle, and Sanjusangendo Temple.

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.

Traditional Japanese crafts are tricky for outsiders to try their hand at. This class at the Kyoto Shibori Museum guides you through the technique of how to dye a silk scarf using the kyo-arashi shibori method. You can customize your scarf to your own color preferences and leave with an elegant scarf to serve as a souvenir of your trip to Kyoto. While your fabric is drying, you are free to browse the museum displays and try on a shibori kimono.

In this two-day tour, you will visit two cities that once prospered as the capitals of Japan and have many attractions. As professional guides accompany you, you can manage your time efficiently. Listening to explanations in detail enables you to understand the Japanese culture and distinctive characteristics more deeply. Save your time and enhance the value of your travel with us!

Travel through Kyoto like a local during this full-day private tour, which uses exclusively public transportation. Tick off the city’s most unmissable attractions in a single day of sightseeing, from bamboo groves and ancient temples to Shinto shrines and rock gardens. Enrich your visit with detailed explanations from your own personal tour guide.

First-time visitors to Kyoto who want a comprehensive overview of the city’s cultural highlights will love this private full-day tour. You’ll start out early in the morning, to beat the crowds and the heat of the day. Visit many must-see attractions, including the golden Kinkakuji Temple and the rows of red torii gates at Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine. There will be time for shopping at Nishiki Market, too.

This is a guided private custom Kyoto tour using by chartered taxi. Pick up at a hotel in Kyoto city. For the tour destination, choose four places where you are interested in Kyoto from the list below for your tour! Karesansui Rock Garden, Arashiyama Bamboo Groves, Togetsu Bridge, Kinkakuji Temple,Tenryuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Sanjusangendo. Enjoy the ancient temples , shrines and wonderful bamboo groves with historical explanations by professional guides. You will receive an email after booking your tour from this web page. Please reply to the email with the 4 tourist sites you want to visit. For details of the tour, you can look at inclusions excursions section of this web page.

- Great for those who have a JR pass. So, if you’re short on time, you can actually visit Hiroshima as a daytrip from these cities. This is tour schedule: 7:30 Meet customer at Kyoto Station, (Shinkansen Central Gate ) 8:00 Hikari 533 Kyoto Station → Hiroshima Station (Customer use JR pass by Own) 7:30 Meet customer at Shin-Osaka Station (Shinkansen Central Gate) 8:04 Sakura 545 ShinOsaka Station → Hiroshima Station (Customer use JR pass by Own) 9:33 Arrival Hiroshima Station from Hiroshima Station to Miyajima Miyajima sightseeing (Itsukushima shrine) Lunch (Free lunch time take lunch by customer Own) 13:00 Miyajima to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome 17:00 Hiroshima Station (Customer can buy Bendo Box at here) 【Osaka】 17:52 Sakura 564 Hiroshima Station →19:21 Shin-Osaka Station End of tour 【Kyoto】 18:33 Sakura 566 Hiroshima Station → 19:59 Shin-Osaka Station transfer 20:21 Hikari 666 Shin-Osaka Station→20:34 Kyoto Station End of tour

Dive into and swoon about one of Kyoto's most historically rich areas, Higashiyama ("Eastern Mountain") with your very own private, English speaking guide with vast knowledge of Kyoto and Japanese culture. Start from the southernmost mountain in the city, where the justifiably famous Fushimi Inari Shrine lies in wait with its thousands upon thousands of bright red torii gates leading you up the mountain into higher and still holier places. Mission accomplished, a short train ride (included) deposits us perfectly for an exploration of the Gion, a traditional entertainment district, where geisha still hold court and high regard. Work your way through various temples and shrines on the east side while learning what makes this area so special. All admission fees and transit are included so there's no need to fret about hidden fees. Since this is a private tour, feel free to contact us about any changes you'd like to make to the itinerary. We're very flexible.

If you only have limited time in Japan, and both Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine and Nara are on your travel wishlist, this private tour is ideal. Avoid the worry of getting lost by having a guide to navigate for you. First, see the torii gates of Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine. Then, head to Nara to see highlights such as Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga Grand Shrine.

Many Kyoto day tours start early in the morning, which can be a challenge for travelers with jet lag. Avoid the early start, and opt for a lazy bird afternoon private tour instead. Save time researching which sights to visit, and go on a predetermined itinerary of three top attractions with a private guide—Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

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.

This personalized full-day Kyoto tour with a local is ideal for first-time visitors to the "City of Temples." You won’t waste a moment visiting places that don’t interest you as this tour is fully customizable based on your interests. Choose the neighborhoods you’d like to visit, and see many of Kyoto’s top sites. Exploring the city with a guide means you won’t get lost, and you'll learn lots of local tips that you wouldn’t discover otherwise.

Eliminate language barriers, put away your map, and explore Kyoto with ease on this private and bespoke guided tour. The route is tailored to your interests, and an English-speaking guide is there to make discovering the city a stress-free and easy experience. Along the way, get help with taking photos, communicating with local vendors, booking restaurants, and getting access to Kyoto's top landmarks.

Nara was once Japan’s ancient capital city, which means it has lots of historic sites and interesting stories to tell. With this private tour, you can save hours of research time, as a private guide takes you on a route that showcases the city’s key landmarks. Along the way, see Nara Park’s freely roaming deer, stroll past old merchant houses, and discover a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Todai-ji Temple.

Discover Kyoto on a customized half-day tour with your own private guide who shares the best of the city. You can visit famous destinations such as the Golden Pavilion or Fushimi Inari Shrine, or explore districts such as Gion or Higashiyama. After booking your tour, you’ll receive a short questionnaire that allows you to be matched with a like-minded guide for your visit to Kyoto.

Experience Kyoto's diverse food history & culture with a fully native English speaking expert guide. Let's start the tour by visiting the Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine at the entrance the market, then stroll through the vibrant Nishiki Market while sampling some of the best, local favorite foods. After the Nishiki Market, we will experience the amazing Daimaru "Depachika," which will tempt you with the endless selection of the best food in the world. This is a PRIVATE tour The guide will a choose a minimum of 3 food samplings We will cater to dietary restrictions as much as possible (but please be understanding that the selection will be more limited)