Private Tour
Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book our Government Licensed and Experienced English-speaking guides for a walking tour of Kyoto!
Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 3 to 4 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests. Whether you are a history buff, love the beauty of old Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Pick up & Drop Off is on foot
This is a walking tour
Please reserve at least 2 weeks in advance
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kyoto
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private Vehicle
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
The Fushimi Inari Shrine is famous for tunnels of vermillion-red torii gates. This shrine has a lot of stories to tell that will connect you to the Japan's history and culture and your guide will show you deeper. You will see a fascinating story attached to the origin of the shrine dedicated to the god of grains. You’ll see statues of the fox around the shrine. “Kitsune” or the fox is a servant to the god Inari. You may would want the foxes on your side after this tour.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Discover one of Kyoto’s most popular temples—Kiyomizu-dera Temple by going on a comprehensive 1-hour guided tour. Exploring the temple grounds with a guide means you’ll be able to learn about Japan’s history and culture as you explore the magnificent building. Enjoy commentary from your English-speaking guide who will make sure you don't miss any important features.
Options
Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pickup included
Reviews
1,337 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Yuka was amazing!
Lydia V,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Yuka was so knowledgeable and prepared. I feel like we got the maximum out of the experience and there is NO WAY we would have been able to navigate everything and see all we saw without her help. This was 1000% worth booking and we are SO GLAD we decided to do it. If you book this tour, please request Yuka, you won't be disappointed. So professional and warm.
A great tour with a great guide
Tracy C,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful guide for our tour, and that made a huge difference. Yukino Shiraga (Yuki) contacted well ahead of time, asked what we might be interested in, made suggestions and tailored the perfect day for us. We went to Fushimi Inari Shrine, the Byodoin Hououdou in the village of Uji (where we also had a fabulous lunch), and finished at Nijo Castle. Fuki had great stories to tell of the history of the places, the traditions of the Buddhist and Shinto religions represented, and of the historic periods of the nation’s history. We peppered her with questions and she handled our curiosity perfectly. It was a terrific day for us.
Our guide Yuka was very...
Aizabelyn C,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Yuka was very sweet and full of energy! We were able to go over most of the spots my family was interested in with the time given. She was accommodating and showed us some lovely spots. My family enjoyed our tour very much!
Highlights of Kyoto
Ed E,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great day of visiting Kyoto’s beautiful history. We visited the Imperial Palace, To-gi Temple and Senbon Torii (1000 gates). Our tour guide Akira was well prepared with lots of photos and diagrams which greatly helped explain what we were seeing. This was an English speaking tour and Akira was very easy to understand. My wife and I are seniors and Akira kept the pace that was perfect for us.
Very flexible to chose...
Graham S,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very flexible to chose the places you want to go and advice on what makes sense. Noriko-san was very helpful and informative.
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