All Kyoto Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

(3,433)

from $26

Amanohashidate and Ine Bay are hidden gems for travelers looking for unique tourist attractions. These picturesque destinations offer a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Escape from the hustle and bustle of the cities and immerse yourself in the picturesque view. Explore Amanohashidate, one of Japan's "Three Most Scenic Views." Amanohashidate, which translates to “bridge in heaven,” resembling a pathway that connects heaven and earth. Amanohashidate features nearly 8,000 pine-covered sandbar that connect the two sides of Miyazu Bay, and look like a dragon flying up to heaven. Ine Funaya, the “Venice of Japan,” is celebrated as one of the most picturesque villages in the country. Nestled on a narrow strip between land and sea, this charming fishing village, with its traditional boat houses, showcases the essence of traditional Japanese coastal life. Depart from Osaka or Kyoto, experience a magical fusion of nature and history with our friendly and professional guide.

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto

One-Day Tour of Kyoto's Highlights from Osaka/Kyoto

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover Kyoto’s picturesque Arashiyama district without doing any research or itinerary planning, thanks to this efficient small-group walking tour. Meet your guide at Tully's Coffee near Randen Arashiyama Station before exploring the famous Bamboo Forest, Tenryu-ji Temple, Nonomiya Shrine, and Monkey Park Iwatayama to see the macaques. Admission is included, saving time waiting in line. This tour lasts about 3 to 4 hours, offering a compact yet immersive experience.

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

(1,345)

from $186

This guided tour helps you discover Kyoto’s dispersed temples, shrines, and cultural attractions in one day. Save time researching and planning your trip, by having the itinerary organized for you. Travel in an air-conditioned coach for a hassle-free day. Highlights include Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Sagano Bamboo Forest, and Kinkaku-ji Temple—admission tickets are included for all.

PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Nara Private Tour: Flexible Pickup from Kyoto, Osaka, or Nara

(16,738)

from $125

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(24)

from $128

Embark on a journey through time in Kyoto & Nara, where tradition blends harmoniously with modernity. In Nara Park, encounter the free-roaming deer that charmingly bow to you in hopes of a treat and visit the magnificent torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto. Explore the Arashiyama area, which includes the Bamboo Grove, Nonomiya Shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site Tenryu-ji Temple, Kimono Forest and Arashiyama Park Nakanoshima Area. Depart from Osaka or Kyoto, experience a magical fusion of nature and history with our friendly and professional guide.

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

Kyoto Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Geisha

2 hoursFree Cancellation

(246)

from $103

Whether you’re only in Kyoto for the morning or want to avoid the crowds of tourists, this early morning tour of the city lets you experience the city at its most tranquil. After your sightseeing session, you will still have much of the afternoon and onwards to explore thanks to your early start. As a bonus, learn how to use the city’s public transit from your guide. Entrance fee for Kinkakuji Temple is extra.

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Kyoto Gion Night Walk & Geisha District Guided Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,070)

from $18

Amanohashidate & Miyama 1-Day Bus Tour: From Osaka/Kyoto w/ Lunch

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, is a city on the island of Honshu. Take a journey through time in Kyoto, where tradition blends harmoniously with modernity. Visit Nijo Castle, its palace buildings are arguably the best surviving examples of castle palace architecture of Japan's feudal era, and the castle was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1994. Nijo Castle has witnessed some of the most important events in Japanese history in the 400 years since it was built. Marvel at the golden temple of Kinkaku-ji that shows you the best of the timeless Japanese city, also known as the Golden Pavilion. Visit the magnificent torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha and explore the Arashiyama area, which includes the serene Bamboo Forest, Nonomiya Shrine, the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge and the beautiful Kimono Forest. Depart from Osaka or Kyoto, experience a magical fusion of nature and history with our friendly and professional guide.

Kyoto Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

What makes this workshop special is the material itself: you'll work with real vintage Japanese coins, each one decades old and full of history. Unlike typical souvenir shopping, you'll create something with your own hands using traditional metalworking techniques — and the ring you take home is truly one of a kind. Classes are kept small, so whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned craft lover, you'll get personal guidance every step of the way. Located in the heart of Kyoto, it's an easy add to any itinerary and one of the few experiences where your souvenir tells the story of both Japan and your trip.

Kyoto Ring Making Workshop: Craft a Vintage Japanese Coin Ring

1 hourFree Cancellation

Begin your journey from Osaka or Kyoto, and step into Japan’s most iconic sights (Arashiyama, Nara Park, Fushimi Inari Taisha). Start at the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, where sunlight filters through towering stalks, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. Enjoy a superb meal at Kyoto Wasabi Restaurant. Choose from Kobe Beef Shabu-shabu, Pork Shabu-shabu, Kobe Beef Rice Bowl or Kobe Beef Sukiyaki. (Optional lunch) Continue to Nara, Japan’s ancient capital. Stroll through Nara Park and visit Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Inside the world’s largest wooden structure, marvel at the 15-meter Great Buddha, an awe-inspiring symbol of Japan’s heritage. Conclude at Fushimi Inari Shrine, famed for its thousands of vermilion torii gates forming a striking path up Mount Inari. This unforgettable sight is among Japan’s most photographed landmarks. At day’s end, relax on your bus ride back, with the flexibility to return to Osaka or Kyoto.

Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Optional Lunch : From Osaka / Kyoto

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Kyoto: Gion Food Tour 13 Dishes at 4 Eateries

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Get a deeper experience of Kyoto food culture than would be possible on your own by joining this guided food tour. Stroll through the districts of Gion and Pontocho, stopping into small bars and restaurants to sample traditional drinks and food that have been carefully chosen to make up a full meal. The experience also includes the opportunity to try three different types of local sake too.

Kyoto Premium Night Foodie Tour in Gion(9+dishes + Sake tastings)

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,871)

from $158

This “kintsugi” workshop introduces a traditional Japanese craft that repairs broken ceramics with gold powder. Held in a great location near Gion and Yasaka Shrine, the session teaches practical techniques while exploring the philosophy of embracing imperfections. It’s an ideal way to learn new skills, create a meaningful souvenir to take home, and learn more about Japanese culture.

Kyoto Kintsugi Making Traditional Workshop

Kyoto Kintsugi Making Traditional Workshop

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Perform a traditional Japanese tea ceremony dressed in a ceremonial kimono during this small-group cultural experience in Kyoto. Learn about the meaning of different kimono patterns and the history behind the tea ceremony from your guide, then watch the professional tea master prepare a cup of tea. Sip your tea and learn about Japanese manners during a tea ceremony, then enjoy the opportunity to try your hand at brewing your own.

(1,520)

from $18

Likely to Sell Out

Wear a high-quality kimono, enjoy a tea ceremony experience in a small group, and hear fun travel stories from other travelers.

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

(437)

from $96

Kyoto Samurai Experience

Kyoto Kiyomizu Tea Ceremony with Scenic Garden Views

(1,448)

from $116

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore many of Nara's top landmarks in just one day on this deluxe, full-day coach tour. Heading out from Kyoto, pass by Fushimi Castle and Heijo Palace, before arriving in Nara. Visit Todai-ji Temple—one of the world’s largest wooden buildings—then meet the 1,400 deer that inhabit Nara Park. A stop at Kasuga Taisha Shrine is followed by a Japanese-style lunch (if selected). Finally, visit the Uji area of Kyoto, where you'll make and sample traditional matcha tea.

(201)

from $49

World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(2,428)

from $125

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Kyoto Samurai Experience

Louise_H, Aug 2026

Lived up to expectations and beyond

This was a wonderful experience and completely lived up to our expectations and beyond. My son had especially been excited (aged 16). It was so well run, our small group had plenty of time and never felt rushed. Learning the history and then training and getting to strike with the sword was amazing. Highly recommend

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

gabem, Aug 2026

Lovely and Historical Kyoto

This is a very well organised tour and the lady who served us was excellent. The places where we went have been chosen well and worth seeing once a life time. I loved the Nara bowing deers and their greedy approach to you. The Kyoto is full of history

Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

Anita_M, Aug 2026

Great day of sightseeing in Kyoto

Yuka was a lovely and knowledgeable guide who took great care of us on our recent one day trip to beautiful Kyoto. She met us coming off the Shinkansen and gave us options about how to spend the day wisely. We are so thankful for her thoughtful insights into Japanese traditions and culture, highly recommend doing a guided tour with her as it was very memorable.

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour

Austin_B, Aug 2026

We had an amazing tour of...

We had an amazing tour of Kyoto with Akiko. Our entire family really enjoyed the experience. She was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and helpful throughout the entire day. She took us to so many incredible spots, and we were able to see much more of Kyoto than we ever thought possible in one day. We really appreciated how smoothly she guided us and how much we were able to experience without ever feeling rushed. Akiko also took lots of great pictures of our family along the way, which we really appreciated. She made everything easy, enjoyable, and memorable. We learned so much and had a wonderful time exploring Kyoto with her. We would absolutely recommend Akiko to anyone visiting Kyoto. Thank you for an amazing day and a great experience for our family!

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Erica_R, Aug 2026

One of a kind Experience

This was such an enjoyable experience. We were welcomed to a traditional Tea House where we were dressed with beautiful kimonos (you get to choose your pattern, design) and ladies had their hair prepared with a large selection of hair ornaments to choose. We were then shows how to properly make tea by a very kind and warm Tea master. Everyone was incredibly welcoming. Everyone should take the time to enjoy this event. Thank you

Private Kyoto Customizable Day Tour with English Speaking Driver

John_E, Aug 2026

Our tour guide was Malik....

Our tour guide was Malik. We were able to see a lot in a short amount of time and he shared facts on each of the stops. Since we were ahead of schedule he was kind enough to fit in a stop at Nijo castle. Informative day out and my family enjoyed the itinerary provided.

PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

Lawrence_N, Jul 2026

This tour is a winner!

We got to experience the must-see spots in Kyoto. Perfect combination of bus tour and walking tour for our short visit. Despite the humid start of the day, finishing with a torrential thunderstorm, our guide At-chan was upbeat and pleasant through it all, making for a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

Kyoto Kiyomizu Tea Ceremony with Scenic Garden Views

Dina_T, Jul 2026

Exceptional experience

This was such a Zen experience, it’s been the highlight of our trip so far! My daughter has attended several tea ceremonies and she said this one is the best she’s had because of both the beautiful scenery/garden and the educational and serene ceremony presentation. I also loved the Q and A at the end. Exceptional experience!

Kyoto Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Geisha

alex_v, Jul 2026

Best night out for a family. Arrive early

Better than we could have wished for. Fun for the entire family of 8, 14-56. Food was plentiful, drinks flowed freely, just the right mix of Japanese/western. Great family entertainment. Great value for money. We arrived 30 min early which was perfect as it is first come first seated.

Award-Winning Authentic Ramen Making Experience in Kyoto

Brynn_Q, Jun 2026

Great Service and Ramen!

My boyfriend and I had an amazing time at the ramen making experience. Our guides were so informative and concise with their steps while also making the experience enjoyable with their energy. They were very thorough with what ingredients came next and were very helpful. They give you an adorable handwritten thank you message with a picture while making ramen. The ramen was also 10/10 as well!

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

kira_s, Jun 2026

Amazing Tour In Kyoto!

The Arashiyama bamboo forest was an incredible sight to see, made only better by how lovely our tour guide, Dustin, was. He was incredibly well-versed in his history on both the area, Buddhism, and Shintoism. The climb to the top to see the monkeys was more of a hike than a walk, but it’s definitely worth the trek. Highly recommend this experience!