Private Kyoto Custom One Day Tour by Chartered Vehicle

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Kyoto, Japan

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

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Overview

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and history with this private full-day vehicle tour from Kyoto. After selecting whether you want a guided tour or just a driver to take you around, the trip allows you to see UNESCO World Heritage–listed temples and cultural attractions with ease. Potential stops on the way include Kinkaku-ji Temple, Fushimi-Inari Taisha shrine, Nijo Castle, and Sanjusangendo Temple.

Hassle-free full-day private vehicle charter in Kyoto
Different vehicles available to suit your group size—such as van or bus
Soak up the culture of Kyoto and see its famous shrines and temples
Enjoy the personalized service of a private tour

What's Included

Driver
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Transport by private vehicle
Local guide (if option selected)

Admission fees, including for guide if that option is selected.
Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

• We offer complimentary pickup from all hotels in Kyoto City or Kyoto Station. • If you prefer hotel pickup, please specify your hotel name, address, and phone number (if available). • After your booking is confirmed, you should receive an email from the local tour operator (Beauty of Japan) to confirm pickup details.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Kinkakuji Temple

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Sanjusangendo Temple

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fushimi Inari Taisha (Pass By)

Nijo Castle

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Both guided and no guide options are available
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.9

based on 11 reviews

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Wonderful guide!!

AllenW_C, May 2023

Rumiko was an INCREDIBLE guide. Warm, welcoming, knowledgeable. Just the loveliest! Would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone looking to experience Kyoto.

Great Guided Tour

Rachel_G, Apr 2023

Rumiko “Sunshine” was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. We were able to see many sights in one day. This is definitely a guided tour experience though. She was with us through the sights and there was a separate driver who dropped us off and picked us up from each one.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Dear Rachel-san, Arigato for your comment! Yes, Rumiko is a wonderful and blight guide, as her nickname tells! We are glad to know you had a great time with her and enjoyed your time in Kyoto.

Perfect tour with awesome tour guide

Fan_of_Rome13, Apr 2019

Our tour guide who goes by nick name Mazda and our driver were awesome. They took us to about 7 different spots which were slightly apart and where it would be impossible to walk in between and train would take long. So well thought out and this nicely complemented the previous day of walking other Kyoto sites on our own. Our guide Mr. Matsuda (Mazda:) , was very informative, made it fun for the whole family. Took us to his local neighborhood Ramen restaurant and a "secret cherry blossom garden". Booking this trip was easy with great email communication about detail prior to the trip. Thank you everybody!

Best Day in Kyoto

tracysolo4, Jul 2018

We booked this full day tour for our large extended family. We were able to customize our tour destinations since we had been to Kyoto before. We were able to travel in comfort and our tour guide Kikuko was excellent! She was so knowledgeable, organized and kind. We learned so much! This tour exceeded our expectations and I would highly recommend!

Kyoto tour

chungjea, Jul 2018

Our tour guide, Kiku, was wonderful. Nice quick way to see highlights of city in one day. She also took us to a nice restaurant and explained Japanese menu items.

Highly recommend for you to take...

Kelvin_L, Dec 2016

Highly recommend for you to take this tour if you have a group of 4 to 7, especially if you have young kids. It may seem like a premium, but you we were able to get a lot done in a day. The guide spoke good English and was very knowledgeable. Well worth the .