Private Tour
Full-Day Private Guided tour to Kyoto City
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Come with us to discover Kyoto through a day tour on foot and by public transport!
The Imperial Palace in Kyoto was the residence of emperors until 1868. We start the day by visiting it by immersing ourselves in centuries of imperial history.
Then head to Nijo Castle! We have here the symbol of the reign of the samurai and the Tokugawa clan from the 17th to the 19th century. Its “nightingale floor” and beautiful gardens are there to delight you.
We have lunch at the Nishiki market, Kyoto food pantry. Fresh products, authentic Japanese flavors sweet and savory... Perfect for us!
We end our day in Gion, the traditional neighborhood. To us the historic streets! If we're lucky, we might even meet a graceful geisha on a walk.
This tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and flavors. Book now and let Kyoto seduce you. Are you coming? We are waiting for you!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Kyoto Imperial Palace
To start approaching the city, it is necessary to approach the empire, thus the imperial palace (Kyoto-Gosho), main residence of the emperors until 1868.
Nijo Castle
Nijo Castle represents the absolute power of the Shoguns in Kyoto. With this in mind, Nijo Castle (Nijo-jo in Japanese) was built. Designed in 1603 by Tokugawa Ieyasu and completed in 1626, it served as the Kyotoite home of the Edo shoguns.
What‘s Included
Guide Fees (their Transport, Lunch and Entrance Fees)
Around 2,000 JPY/person
Public transportation
Nijo Castle Entrance Fees (1,300 JPY/person)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Guide + Travel & Entry Help
Guide + Travel & Entry Help Pickup included
Guide Service Only
Pickup included
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing and Intimate Tour of Kyoto!
E3722MLlouisj,Feb 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide took us to the imperial place, Nijo castle and Gion! It was such a fantastic tour, we learned so many amazing things about Kyoto’s history and famous sites! Highlight of our trip! Highly recommend!
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