Private Tour
Kyoto : Immersive Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari by Private Vehicle
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the sights of Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari on this full-day, private minivan tour based out of Osaka. In Arashiyama, you'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tenryuji, known for its beautiful architecture, gorgeous classic gardens, and lovely vistas. Then it's on to the world famous bamboo grove. Picture time! Afterwards, we slip away to the quiet, rarefied environs of the Okochi Sanso estate for gardens, architecture, and a matcha tea break too. Much more to see and stroll about in Arashimaya before we head to the awe-inspiring, ever-popular Fushimi Inari, where thousands of red gates ("torii") snake up the mountain. We'll talk about the significance and sites as we make our way up the holy pathway, but it's a private tour, so we only go as high as you want!
While not included, we are happy to suggest a lunch stop along the way.
This tour can be customized, so do feel free to consult with us if you've something special in mind that we don't cover on the standard tour.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tour is priced per group. If you are 7 to 9 passengers, the price increase covers the larger vehicle. Even if you are less than 7, you can choose the 7 passengers and ride in the 9 passenger vehicle for extra space.
If you have to bring your luggage with you to the tour, you can leave it in the trunk during the tour, subject to space constraints.
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day, traffic conditions and your preferable drop-off location.
A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
According to Japanese law, children under 6 years old or less than 140cm MUST use car seats. Be sure to request one in advance from us if required.
Enjoy all the exciting stops described above and more on this private vehicle tour! The plan described is a model course, and there is the possibility for change based on our guests' interests. Timing and external factors (such as traffic conditions) may force deviations from this model course.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transport by private vehicle (6 or 9 passenger vehicle, depending on your group size/choice)
Native (or equivalent) English-speaking driver-guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Central Osaka, Kobe or Kyoto
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Child seat: 1,000 yen payable on day of tour.
For Kobe or Osaka based tours there will be a 500 yen entrace fee for Tenryuji
Kyoto based 8 hour or Osaka/Kobe based 10 hour: 1600 yen (tenryuji + ryoanji + kinkakuji)
Kyoto based 10 hour: Maximum 2100 (tenryuji + ryoanji + kinkakuji + kodaiji)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Arashiyama
Within this part of Kyoto are the following places, all described in detaile below: Tenryuji, Bamboo Grove, Okochi Sanso. But also, we'll spend some time, as you wish, strolling the town itself, both along the river and through the shopping district.
Tenryu-ji Temple
The lovely, picture-perfect gardens are sure to both astound and bring you a sense of serenity. Timeless beauty, no matter what the season. We also get views of the prayer halls, mediation areas, and the bamboo grove (which we later walk right through).
Options
From Osaka 10-hr, 6 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Osaka 10-hr, 9 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 10-hr, 6 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kobe 10-hr, 9 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kobe 8-hr, 6 seats (FR)
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From Kobe 10-hr, 9 seats (FR)
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From Kobe 10-hr, 6 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Osaka 10-hr, 9 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 8-hr, 9 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Osaka 8-hr, 9 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 10-hr, 9 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 8-hr, 6 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Kobe 8-hr, 6 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Osaka 8-hr, 6 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Kobe 8-hr, 9 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kobe 10-hr, 6 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kobe 10-hr, 9 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Kobe 8-hr, 6 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Osaka 10-hr, 9 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Osaka 8-hr, 6 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 10-hr, 9 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 8-hr, 9 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Kobe 8-hr, 9 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Kobe 8-hr, 9 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 8-hr, 6 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Osaka 8-hr, 9 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Osaka 8-hr, 9 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Osaka 10-hr, 6 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kobe 10-hr, 6 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 10-hr, 9 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Osaka 8-hr, 6 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 10-hr, 6 seats (EN)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 8-hr, 9 seats (ES)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 10-hr, 6 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Osaka 10-hr, 6 seats (FR)
Pickup included
From Kyoto 8-hr, 6 seats (FR)
Pickup included
Reviews
35 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome day tour to Kyoto.
Tracy F,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a great time for all! Thomas, our guide was amazing! He arrived on time ( actually a bit early) so we got an early start which was great due to the heat. Saw some amazing things in Kyoto, ate a delicious lunch at a restraint he recommended. All was great, highly recommend
Awesome Kyoto Tour
Brad M,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an absolutely fantastic time with Thomas on our Kyoto tour. The shrine and zen garden were absolutely beautiful. Had a nice lunch in town and could explore the interesting shops. Explored Gion which was really beautiful and then loved the walk through the Torii gates. Thomas was a fantastic guide. So thoughtful and knowledgeable, he explained everything and made it very interesting for the kids. We really loved it and would highly recommend this tour (as well as Thomas) to anyone.
Beautiful Kyoto!
Ricardo F,
Mar 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour of Kyoto. Lots of walking but worth it. Brian was a great tour guide. Would recommend this tour anytime!!!
Wonderful overview of Kyoto!
John H,
Mar 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had such a wonderful time on this tour! Our guide Tomas (sp?) was friendly and spoke perfect English. He showed us several of the main tourist sites in Kyoto and shared stories about the city as we traveled between them. He was quick to jump in to offer to take our pictures throughout the day. He was very flexible and compassionate about dealing with our various mobility challenges and did his best to minimize the amount of walking we needed to do. We started the day a bit concerned since it was cold and rainy, plus we knew there would be large crowds due to the local spring break. However our fears were misplaced because we had a wonderful time. The day is a treasured memory of our time in Japan!
An amazing day with an amazing company!
Stephen H,
Dec 4, 2024
- Viator
5.00Pinpoint traveler really had their game on for this tour! Great, continuous upfront communications once the tour was booked and the day of the tour, our tour guide took ill. Pinpoint travel (Kristi) was all over it, regrouping their resources, communicating to us as well as the hotel to ensure that the delay was communicated and all in it was like a 30-minute delay. Our guide showed up, ready to rock and off we went. We had book this tour in hopes of catching the fall colors as well as the many attractions in Kyoto and nothing disappointed. Our guide was highly knowledgeable, had incredible insight on paths better taken to avoid the crowds and still see all the many wonders that were on the list to visit. The fall colors were in full bloom and gave the awe-inspiring tour and extra bit more love to an amazing adventure. This was a last tour of our Japan adventure and it was definitely a case of saving the best for last. Cannot recommend this tour & company enough.
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