Top Kyoto Prefecture Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Kyoto’s traditional neighborhoods and scenic parklands are ideal for exploring by bike. On this tour, save time by cycling around the city and visit five of Kyoto’s most popular attractions in one day. Enjoy stunning views of the Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple, pose for photos by the red torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine, hop off to stroll around the Arashiyama’s bamboo forest, and explore Gion, the geisha district.

Dress in traditional Japanese attire in this kimono and yukata experience in Kyoto. You won’t have to worry about wearing the clothing incorrectly as you’ll have a professional fitting session. Stroll around Gion, and visit nearby shrines such as Kiyomizu-dera and Heianjingu Shrine. The experience is flexible, and different time slots are offered throughout the day. You can also upgrade your experience to include makeup, and hair styling.

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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of Japan’s most popular and beautiful shrines. Thousands of people visit it every day to see the 1,000 magnificent torii gates. But most do not get the full story behind the pretty pictures they take. Join me on this self-guided audio tour as we delve into the history behind the Shinto rituals and beliefs linked to this amazing shrine. We’ll take an easy stroll among the tranquil forest scenery. You'll be one of a few who will discover the real power of this shrine that has been influencing people's lives over 1,300 years. The landmarks include: • The unique fox statues dotted across the shrine • An unmatched vista of the thousand bright red torii gates • The Heavy-Light Stone where you can make a wish Let’s take a stroll and found out why this ancient shrine has lessons that can still be learned today.

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.

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.

Discover Kyoto’s magical Gion district, which is known for being the city’s Geisha area. Don't worry about language barriers, as a guide is there to help you translate and explain the difference between maiko, geiko, and other Japanese words. The unmarked narrow streets of Gion can make it easy to get lost at night, but this is not a problem with a guide to navigate and lead the way. Upgrade to a longer, private tour for a closer look at Geisha culture.

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.

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.

This private and customizable tour for Kyoto city (in Kyoto Prefecture) is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace. Discover 4-5 attractions in Kyoto City at your own pace on this fully customizable 8-hour full day private tour with an English-speaking (or other language) tour guide. Create a dream tour that’s perfect for your interests and preferences. After booking, you'll receive a form with varied themes, allowing easy selection based on your interests. Whether it's culture, history, cuisine, nature, or special events, you can highlight your preferences and must-see spots, streamlining our planning process.

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.

City tours are great for getting oriented, but usually follow rigid itineraries and strict schedules. This private tour offers more flexibility, with a customizable itinerary allowing you to explore according to your preferences and at your own pace. Your guide helps create the itinerary and can make bookings and reservations on your behalf.

This private tour with a local host is the perfect introduction for first-time visitors to Kyoto. Get invaluable tips on which tourist traps to bypass, discover hidden gems that locals love, and ask plenty of questions along the way. Highlights on the tour route include Kennin-ji Temple, Maruyama Park, Yasaka Shrine, and stunning views from Shijo Bridge.

Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture and learn about Kyoto’s best eats with this combination of a food and culture tour. Instead of traveling in a huge group, benefit from the personalized experience of a private tour. The route showcases Nishiki Market, Gion District, and Pontocho, with plenty of great tips along the way.

Enjoy a private day trip to Nara from Osaka/Kyoto for a full day walking tour of the city with a government-licensed and multilingual guide. This ancient Japanese city offers both modern and traditional elements, and its close proximity to Kyoto and Osaka makes it a great destination for a day trip. Let us know your interests and your guide will customize a tour that is made specifically for you.

Make your Instagram followers envious as you explore Kyoto on a customizable day trip to its most recognizable hotspots! Kyoto is synonymous with Old Japan, and it is indeed where you’ll be able to find many picture opportunities. You are going to check out the places with the best Kyoto aesthetic and it will be a treat for your eyes and your Instagram followers. From shrines to street art, this city is loaded with photogenic spots. Grab your camera and get your hashtags ready, here are the most Instagrammable places in Kyoto! The best thing about this day trip is that you choose the exact experience that you want. We will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Kyoto is known for its Geisha culture, stunning temples, and ancient traditions—but without insider knowledge or comprehensive research, it can be tricky to design a whistle-stop itinerary. On this private and personalized tour, enjoy the company of a local host to take you around Kyoto and showcase its hidden treasures. Find out about the city’s history, and tick off highlights, such as Minamiza Theatre, Shijo Dori, and Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine).

Go beyond the typical Kyoto tourist experiences and see the city from a local's perspective on this walking tour of Pontocho and Gion Shirakawa. Stroll ancient streets and pop into tea houses and restaurants to sample traditional dishes while learning about the culture and history of the area.

Save time researching the best local eateries in Kyoto, and get expert advice from a local foodie guide instead. As you explore the city together, learn more about Japanese culinary traditions—such as what a “kaiseki” meal is—and get top tips on delicious street food and coffee spots. To ensure a hassle-free experience, 6–8 tastings are included along the way.

No more selfies or pestering strangers for photos of yourself and loved ones, enjoy the services of a professional vacation photographer in Kyoto to capture your travels in a contemporary and candid style. Specialising in delivering quality photography with photographers all over the world, we guarantee you amazing photos to remember your travels. All images shown were taken by our photographers.

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.

Gion is perhaps the most famous district of Kyoto, known for geishas, tea houses, and beautifully preserved traditional architecture. Explore its streets with a private guide who can customize the tour to your interests. Choose an early morning tour to see the area with less crowds, or go at night to see it transform as the streetlights turn on.

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 live show offers a rare opportunity to experience Kyoto’s geisha culture up close through a performance by a “maiko” (apprentice geisha). As sightings on the streets of Kyoto have become increasingly rare, the experience provides a guaranteed chance to see traditional dancing on stage. The session also includes a Q&A, giving visitors the chance to learn directly about the training and customs of geisha.