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Kyoto Architectural Secrets Led by an Architect PRIVATE Tour

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

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Overview

    What's Included

    • A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
    • Hotel Pickup (no vehicle)
    • Customizable Private Tour
    • Admission for Sanjusangendo Temple
    • Admission for Seirai-in Temple & Garden
    • Stovenirs (story + souvenir; a special souvenir with a story)
    • Private transportation
    • Public transportation
      $7.00 per person
    • Meals & Snacks
      $8.00 per person

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    The default meeting point is your hotel lobby, and we will contact you to confirm. As the tour will be conducted using public transportation, if you prefer a different meeting spot that is convenient for you, I can easily accommodate that.

    Itinerary

    1

    Kyoto Station Building

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Sanjusangendo Temple

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Kennin-ji Temple

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    4

    Gion

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Pontocho District

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • 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.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 3 reviews
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    Perfect design perspective tour

    Sheri_L, Mar 2026
    It was fascinating taking a tour with an architect and looking at sites from a design perspective. Nader was extremely knowledgeable and nice. When he heard we liked ceramics he even adjusted our day to see a ceramics museum. We definitely recommend a tour with Nader if you have any interest in design.

    Exactly what we wanted!

    Jeri_G, Nov 2025
    The tour guide, Nader, totally customized our tour to fit our interests and physical abilities. We were able to really soak in the essence of Japan rather than rush to a multitude of locations. This was definitely our preference! It was a wonderful day with a great guide!

    Response from Host, Nov 2025

    Thank you so much, Jeri! I’m really happy to hear you enjoyed the day and that the slower, more immersive pace matched your style. It was a pleasure guiding you and sharing Japan’s essence together. Nader

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