Kyoto:Private Highlights Tour with English Guide & Hotel Pickup

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Kyoto, Japan

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

8 to 10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Excess Baggage

Excess baggage

Meals
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pickup Locations: Any hotel, ryokan, or Airbnb within Kyoto city limits. Will send the car license plate number and driver will call after reaching to meeting point

Itinerary

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tenryu-ji Temple Sogenchi Teien

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Arashiyama Kimono Forest

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monkey Park Iwatayama

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kinkakuji Temple

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hokan-ji Temple

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sanjusangendo Temple

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
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 66 reviews

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We were able to customize...

Charles_G, Jul 2026

We were able to customize the tour to our meet needs and saw everything on our list in a single day. Very enjoyable tour, highly recommended.

Excellent Kyoto Day Tour with Yash

Victor_Y, May 2026

We had such a great time with Yash! He is very knowledgeable, patient, pleasant, speaks English really well, good storyteller…best tour guide we had in Japan.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly happy to hear that you had such a great time with our guide . It means a lot to know that you found him knowledgeable, patient, and engaging. We’re especially glad you enjoyed his storytelling and communication—it really makes a difference in creating a memorable experience. Being called the best tour guide you had in Japan is a huge compliment, and we sincerely appreciate it. We hope to welcome you again in the future!

Wonderful Kyoto Day

Kim_C, Apr 2026

Wonderful day with our tour guide, Mr. Sha and driver Sam. He asked for our tour preferences- we told him we loved the outdoors and horticulture. We strolled through the amazing Torii Gates (quite a work out)and he shared his secret paths and views with us.The Imperial Gardens were breathtaking. Sha suggested Kura Sushi Restaurant and it was an interesting conveyor belt sushi restaurant! Ending a perfect day we walked the fascinating Arashiyama bamboo forest and crossed the Togetsuyko Bridge or romantic Crossing Moon Bridge. Thanks Sha for sharing a wonderful day in Kyoto with us!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for this detailed and thoughtful review. It’s wonderful to hear that our guide created such a memorable experience for you. Your kind words mean a lot to us, We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable day in Japan!

Yash the assigned guide...

candy_m, Feb 2026

Yash the assigned guide communicates very good in English. He's well versed, patient and personable. Organize and well timed itinerary. Succesfully completed visits to 5 tourist spots without stress or being rushed.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

We are truly happy to hear that you had such a smooth and enjoyable experience with Our guide. It’s wonderful to know that his English communication, knowledge, patience, and personable approach made your tour comfortable and engaging. We also appreciate your feedback about the well-organized and well-timed itinerary. Successfully visiting five tourist spots without feeling rushed or stressed is exactly the kind of balanced experience we aim to provide. Your positive words mean a lot to us and to Yash. We sincerely thank you for choosing our service and hope to welcome you again on your next visit.