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Kyoto Gion Private Guided Photo Tour with Local Photographer

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Kyoto, Japan
  • 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Kyoto's historic Gion district is one of Japan's most photogenic neighborhoods, but it is almost always busy and finding its quieter spots can be difficult without local knowledge. This private photo tour combines professional photography with a guided walk. Your guide captures beautiful images of you away from the crowds, which they later edit and send to you.
  • Skip the selfie stick and get professional images to remind you of Kyoto
  • Enjoy your photographer-guide's full attention on a private tour
  • Receive edited high-resolution images within just a few days
  • Get insider tips and recommendations for the rest of your stay

What's Included

  • Private guided photo tour in Gion
  • Guided by a local photographer
  • Approximately 20 beautifully edited photos
  • Photo delivery within 3 days via Google Drive link (sent through Tripadvisor messaging system)
  • Kimono rental
  • Bottled water
    Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • CACAO MARKET by MARIEBELLE KYOTO
    165-2 Tokiwachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0079, Japan

    Please meet in front of the large angel wings mural at Kakao Market by Mariebelle in Gion, Kyoto. A guide wearing a camera around his neck will be waiting at the meeting point, holding a “Kyoto Gion Photo Tour” board for easy identification.

End point

  • French cafe CHASEN 高台寺
    Japan, 605-0825 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Shimokawarachō, 高台寺境内

Itinerary

1

Gion Shirakawa

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Yasaka Shrine

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Maruyama Park

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

長楽館 (Pass By)

4

Nene-no-Michi

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

Kodaiji Park

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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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Reviews

4.9
based on 79 reviews
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From $111.66

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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