Private Tour
12 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore Kyoto’s iconic sights in a seamless one-day trip from Tokyo. Your guide travels with you on the Shinkansen (Japan’s famous bullet train), ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience from start to finish. Visit beautiful landmarks such as Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera, and enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary to match your interests. With deep cultural knowledge and efficient navigation, your guide helps you make the most of your limited time.
This private tour is ideal for families, couples, small groups, and solo travelers. One-way travel options are available for guests continuing onward from Kyoto, and Shinkansen seat upgrades can be arranged for added comfort. Photo-worthy spots are thoughtfully selected, and your guide can take photos for you using your smartphone or camera. Multilingual support is available for a more comfortable and personalized journey.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba
We are going to Tokyo Station from your hotel in Tokyo to take the Shinkansen bullet train.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
We start with the famous red torii gates. It’s one of the most iconic places in Japan and very beautiful for a morning walk.
Multilingual guide (English, French, Italian, Arabic)
Public transportation in Kyoto
Temple admission fees for Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera
Round-trip Shinkansen (bullet train) tickets between Tokyo and Kyoto
Hotel pick up
Lunch is not included, as we give travelers the flexibility to enjoy Kyoto’s wide variety of local dining options according to their taste and budget. Approx. ¥1,500–¥3,000 per person.
Personal expenses
Admission fees for Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera are included. Any additional admission fees for customized itineraries are not included.
Taxi fares are not included and depend on distance if travelers choose to use a taxi.
One-way Ticket Option: This option includes one-way Shinkansen travel from Tokyo to Kyoto. Return transportation to Tokyo is not included. Pickup included
Upgrade Seats: Green Car: Upgrade your round-trip Shinkansen seats to Green Car for a more spacious and comfortable journey between Tokyo and Kyoto. Pickup included
Green Car (Up Grade Seat): Upgrade your one-way Shinkansen seat to Green Car for a more spacious and comfortable journey from Tokyo to Kyoto. Pickup included
Pickup included
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Maps50672083859,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
I had an amazing experience on a super trip to Kyoto! Our guide, Raffael, was fantastic—funny and open-minded. He created a warm, familial atmosphere, which made the tour even more enjoyable. Raffael was very attentive to our wishes and tailored the experience to our preferences. I highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to explore Kyoto!

rogerbaer,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Raphael is an attentive guide. His planning was excellent, detailed, and he spontaneously adjusted the itinerary and attractions according to the weather. His presentation and explanations of each attraction were varied and engaging. It was a fantastic day.






Nomad08729695643,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Raphael spent the whole day with us and it was great! He picked us up at the hotel and took us to Kyoto without any problems. Since we are not long in Japan he has put together a tour where we can see a lot. It was definitely worth it. He is very friendly, accommodating, chatty and helpful. I would always take him back as a guide:) --> put on good sneakers. You are on foot all day long;)








G980TFjans,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a really great time with Raphael. From the very beginning he has responded to all our wishes and has really made everything possible, totally uncomplicated and relaxed. You never had the feeling that anything was difficult, on the contrary, he always found solutions and exuded an incredibly pleasant calm. You immediately notice that he not only has a huge talent for photography, but is also simply a super personable person. With his humorous manner, the mood was relaxed and relaxed all the time, not stiff at all or businesslike in any way. It felt more like we were out with a friend, which made the whole thing special for us. We were also impressed by his local knowledge. He knows not only the well-known beautiful places, but also many hidden spots and shortcuts that you would never have found on your own. In addition, he tells small stories or interesting information about many places, which made the experience even more personal. We felt very comfortable throughout and were always in good hands. That's exactly how you imagine something like this, relaxed, professional and personal at the same time. We would do it the same way at any time and can really recommend Raphael from the heart.

sugarb2026,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We went on a day tour of Kyoto with a friend and it was a fantastic experience. The trip to Shinkansen was very comfortable and made the day even more special. Raffaele was really nice, very friendly and always available. He explained a lot about Japanese culture in a simple and interesting way. The tour was well organized and never boring. We absolutely recommend this experience to those who want to discover Kyoto in an authentic way. And quick thanks
Ryo U,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
This was a fast paced one day tour, but we were able to visit Kyoto’s main highlights very efficiently, which made it extremely satisfying. We enjoyed strolling around and trying local street food along the way. Personally, Kiyomizu-dera was absolutely breathtaking. Although we couldn’t see the autumn leaves this time, it made me want to come back again during the fall season. The guide also provided hotel pickup and drop off, which made the day feel very smooth and stress-free. We walked a lot throughout the day, but it was completely worth it and I was very happy with the experience.
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