Private Tour

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

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Overview

Available languages

Arabic
English
French
Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

1- Within 1 day in Kyoto, I can show you the best spots in Kyoto visitors enjoy that others would need at least two days to see. Kyoto is the old capital of Japan, so with this tour you will be able to enjoy the top temples and shrines in Kyoto.

The tour includes visits to some of the top spots of Kyoto including:

Kinkakoji temple, Nijo castle, Fushimi Inari shrine.

Tour itinerary is planned to cover the top sightseeing spots of Kyoto and long enough to go around the cultural and historic places too. Itinerary is shown here, however, you can still customize it in arrangement with the guide.

09:00 Meet at your hotel in Kyoto

10:00 Kinkaku-ji temple

11:00 Nijo castle

12:30 Lunch

14:30 Fushimi Inari shrine

16:00 Gion area

17:00 Tour finish

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Transportation cost is NOT included. Please carefully review the exclusions listed below.

Guiding and management, pick up inside Kyoto city

Entry fees,transportation cost, food

Gratuities are always appreciated but never expected (In case your experience was exceptional)

Private transportation (Private/Optional): JPY 100,000 for up to 5 travelers

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Tokyo Station
1 Chome-9 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan
*I can pick you up at in Tokyo Station. The guide will help you get the bullet train tickets and head together to Kyoto. Extra cost for this service is JPY 60,000 in cash to the guide.

What To Expect

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Kinkakuji Temple

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto's iconic Golden Pavilion, shimmering brilliantly against its serene pond backdrop. Stroll through the exquisite gardens, reflecting the harmonious blend of nature and artistry that defines this UNESCO World Heritage site. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and photographers, this tour promises an unforgettable glimpse into Japan's architectural splendor and tranquil elegance.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
2

Nijo Castle

Step back in time with a visit to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Kyoto that showcases stunning Edo-period architecture and exquisite gardens. Explore the opulent Ninomaru Palace, famed for its "nightingale floors" and intricate woodwork, offering a glimpse into the life of the Tokugawa shoguns. Perfect for history enthusiasts and architecture lovers, this tour promises a captivating journey through Japan's rich cultural heritage.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

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Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

Reviews

4.20

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • A jam-packed day!

    Margaretha K,

    May 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This tour was wonderful. Ahmed arranged transport from Kobe to Kyoto, and we spent a lovely day exploring the bamboo forest, the Nomomiya-jinja shrine, Kinkakujicho, Nijo castle and the Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine, with time in between for a stroll through the food market. The tour touched on so many highlights, and Ahmed was able to share so much information.

  • A foreigner run tour for foreign suckers - great guide though

    Kerry G,

    Apr 9, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    Less than 24 hours before our 8 hour tour, Ahmed offered a car for 100,000 JPY (a ripoff). I was not given guide contact information, and tour was 1.5 hours late to start. Our guide was fantastic! But dealing with Ahmed (tour operator) was terrible. Our guide was not aware of pick up location and that we did NOT have a car. This is the responsibility of Ahmed, the tour operator. He is the one who interfaced with me. When I asked for compensation consideration, Ahmed said he would get back to me, but never did. It has been a week later and still no response from Ahmed. The tour cost $503 USD; I would guess the guide made less than $100. I do not recommend using this operator for a Kyoto tour. I’ve added screen shots of my communication with Ahmed.

  • Kyoto & Nara day Trip

    ZULFIKAR M,

    Apr 3, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Both Driver & Tour Guide Mr Hero was Nice & Very Knowledgable person We Enjoy Good time with our Tour Guide

  • Beautiful Kyoto

    Janet D,

    Nov 23, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Ahmed was a great guide- knowledgeable and considerate of our diverse (ages 3-70) family. We saw so much in one day!

  • Amazing Kyoto!

    Christy D,

    Jun 5, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Incredible day in Kyoto with special thanks to Mike. He was a great guide that shared beautiful locations in Kyoto; even ones that weren’t packed with people. Our family especially enjoyed Mike’s way of not just sharing the history, but letting us experience it through a story! He was very helpful with all our requests. Thank you!

From $490.00

4.20
15 reviews