Private Tour
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour (up to 7 people)
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
If you have only one day in Kyoto and want to see all the top 10 must-see spots of Kyoto, this tour is the best for you.
A professional local guide shows you the best, comfortable and convenient way to the spots. And you can enjoy walking along with the beautiful sceneries, paths, and back alleys only the local people know.
We use taxis 3-4 times to save you time and energy. This tour is a mixture of public transport and taxis.
Thanks to taxis and a friendly local professional guide, you can visit the 10 most famous attractions such as the Fushimi Inari shrine (thousands of Torii gate), Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu temple (with huge balcony), bamboo forest, Geisha district, and so on.
If you check the spots you can visit on this tour, you can notice that all must-see points in Kyoto are included!!
Please enjoy the top ten spots with the beautiful stories of your guide.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will visit so many places only one day so you can not change the itinerary, lunch place and starting point.
If you have some food you can not eat, please inform us when you book this tour
This tour will take you to not only tourist attractions, but also to nice Japanese-style streets and back alleys. Please wear comfortable shoes.
Many places in Kyoto such as temples and taxis do not accept credit cards. Please be sure to have some Japanese yen ready before joining the tour.
＊On very hot summer days, it is recommended to change to Plan B course, which requires fewer steps and takes you to Chishakuin Temple( a hidden gem indoor temple) and Sanjusangendo Temple(famous for a forest of Buddhist statues).
The cab can accommodate four people. 3 guests + a guide, so if there are 4 guests, two taxis are required.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Infants under 3 years old are free of charge.
English speaking Professional Guide
Age 3 and up are charged the same rate as adults.
Pick up service: not included
for all temples(1500yen par person)
＊This tour uses both taxi and public transportation(1000yen per person)
Taxi: (7000 yen per cab for all rides) If You are 4 or more people, you need two cabs.
What To Expect
Kinkakuji Temple
You can see the shining golden pavilion which used to be the political center of the Shogun(the head of Samurai warrior).It is one of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites in Kyoto.
Bamboo Forest Street
You will go through the Bamboo forest. This beautiful bamboo forest appears many times in the advertisement poster of Kyoto.
Options
UP to 7 people
Reviews
885 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!
Anne B,
Jul 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Taka met us at the agreed upon time and location and took us to all the places promised on this tour, and while a tad rushed (we had a few rain deluges along the way, Mother Nature tried to change our plans unsuccessfully) we got it all in. It was also super hot, and Taka was patient when we needed a little break to rest and cool off. If you have a short time in Kyoto, we highly recommend Taka and this tour!
Thank you Chihiro
Mariusz M,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide Chihiro was absolutely amazing she was so kind, sweet, and thoughtful throughout the entire day! It was really hot, but she went above and beyond by giving us refreshing tissues and ice packs to help us stay cool, which was such a thoughtful touch. The sites we visited were all incredible, and we had the chance to explore many beautiful temples. But my absolute favorite was the stunning bamboo forest , it felt like something out of a dream! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone. If I could give it 10 stars, I absolutely would! There is nothing more real than honest review from 11 years old Sophie ❤️
Fantastic Tour / Wonderful Guide
Kyle R,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mieko was the mvp of our trip. Her English is fantastic and she had all the knowledge. She made great recommendations for food and activities and this tour was the perfect way to get situated in Kyoto. I think it would have taken us 3 days to see everything we saw in one day. This tour and Mieko our guide are 10/10.
Great Tour!
Tania R,
Jul 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Naoko was an amazing guide. She took us to all the top places in Kyoto and made the entire day unforgettable. She explained everything clearly, bringing the rich history and culture of Kyoto to life in a way that was both engaging and easy to understand. She was incredibly patient with us—always checking in to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying the pace. Naoko also has a great eye for photography and helped us capture some of our favorite memories with beautiful photos throughout the day. Her deep knowledge of the city, combined with her warm personality, made our tour not only informative but also really fun. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend booking with Naoko if you’re visiting Kyoto!
Hiro is such a great...
Sachin P,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Hiro is such a great guide. We highly recommend this tour with him as he went out of his way to make our tour enjoyable.
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