Top Kyoto Holidays and Seasonal Packages

Take control of your Kyoto sightseeing and visit only the sights you wish to see on this private walking tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour lets you customize a half-day or full-day itinerary. Opt to visit the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Nijo Castle, or to stray from the beaten path to see an alternative side of Kyoto. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Prepare for battle and learn the skills of the samurai during an interactive class studying the ancient Japanese martial art of kenbu. Learn everything from basic choreography movements to more complex actions that incorporate a sword and folding fan. After your class, participate in a photo session with your samurai costume and receive a certificate of completion and a souvenir towel.

Cycle past a mix of Kyoto’s most famous sights and its lesser-known secrets during this half-day ‘Hidden Kyoto’ bike tour. Take a 4.9-mile (8-kilometer) ride that starts by winding past iconic Kyoto temples and shrines like Kinkakuji, Koto-in, and Kitano Tenmagu. Continue exploring off the beaten path, discovering intimate Zen gardens and charming backstreets known only to locals.

Discover Kyoto’s celebrated cuisine on a small-group guided tour of the city’s top food spots. Begin at the 400-year-old Nishiki Market, known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” where hundreds of shops and stalls showcase the flavors of the region. With your guide leading the way, learn about Kyoto’s rich culinary history and taste specialties you might otherwise miss. Enjoy the chance to explore the surrounding neighborhood with confidence, without worrying about navigating the busy streets on your own.

Unlock Kyoto's magic with a passionate local host who brings the city to life beyond any guidebook. From iconic temples to hidden gems, your experience is tailored to your pace and interests. Immerse yourself in rich traditions, uncover local secrets, and enjoy spontaneous, unforgettable moments—just like exploring with a friend on a vibrant, culture-filled adventure.

Dive into traditional Japanese culture by taking a calligraphy class in the middle of Kyoto. Discover the beauty of one of the oldest traditional art forms in Japan and learn how to use the correct brush movements to make beautiful kanji characters. Choose a kanji character to write and write your own name in Japanese. Afterward, you’ll have beautiful piece of calligraphy art to take home as a keepsake.

This is the only samurai sword experience in Tokyo where you would feel like a real samurai and have a real hands on sword experience different from some simple costume play. Many people come to Japan to learn about the history of samurai and fulfill their childhood dream of being a samurai and this is it. ！Children under 10 can not enter the samurai venue.！ ！You can reserve maximum 4 people from Viator however we accept any other booking site and there will be more participants in your experience！

This is not just a sake tasting — it’s a 3-hour experience that will completely change how you understand and choose sake in Japan. Led by a sake specialist, you’ll go beyond “sweet or dry” and learn how sake is actually made, why flavors differ, and how to identify your own preferences with confidence. Visit the historic Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, then enjoy a guided tasting of multiple styles of sake paired with traditional snacks — with clear, practical explanations you can use anywhere in Japan. By the end of the tour, you will know which type of sake you truly like and how to select it without hesitation - enjoy sake not just during your travels, but as part of your life.

Explore the intricate temples and serene gardens of Kyoto on this guided tour, visiting some of the imperial city’s most important religious and cultural sites. Check out Sanjusangendo Temple, the longest wooden structure in Japan and home to more than 1,000 Kannon statues; Fushimiinari Taisha Shrine, the head shrine of the god Inari; and the supreme views from Kiyomizu Temple high above Kyoto.

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.