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Kyoto Tour & Samurai Lesson and Show with Licensed Guide

Kyoto, Japan
  • 6 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • 2-hour Samurai sword lesson and show
    • 4-hour Licensed Local Guide Tour of 2 to 3 sights of your choice
    • Meet up with guide within Kyoto city on foot
    • Private Vehicle
    • Transportation fees

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

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    Pickup details

    This private tour is a walking tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. *Please be aware that we can only meet you within Kyoto City. We cannot pick you up in Osaka, Kobe, Nara etc.

    Operating hours
    .10:30 am

    Itinerary

    1

    Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Nijō Castle

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    3

    Gion

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Nishiki Market Shopping District

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    6

    Kyoto Imperial Palace

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    7

    Ginkakuji Temple

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    8

    Kinkakuji Temple

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Bamboo Forest Street (Pass By)

    9

    Samurai Kenbu Theater

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    10

    Byodoin Temple

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Stroller accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • You must be 6 years old or older to participate in Samurai sword lesson. Children less than 6 years old can observe the sword lesson and attend the show for free.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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