Private Tour

Kyoto Full Private Tour (we also have Nara option)

From USD 130

4.85

26 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

8 hours

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Kyoto is a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and well-preserved traditional Japanese culture. Our tours are designed to help visitors explore and appreciate the beauty of Kyoto while enjoying a fun and memorable experience.

As Kyoto’s famous landmarks are spread out—often requiring extensive walking, navigating hills, and locating hidden spots—a private tour by car offers a more comfortable and efficient way to explore the city.

Led by our knowledgeable guide, Riku, and organized by a dynamic young team, this tour is dedicated to creating unforgettable memories for every guest.

For tours departing from Kyoto, we will visit Kinkakuji Temple, Arashiyama, Gion, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

For tours departing from Osaka, the itinerary includes Kinkakuji Temple, Arashiyama, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

*Kindly be advised that the customer is responsible for covering the tour guide's entrance fees to the attractions, as well as any meal expenses, including lunch.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Parking Fare Gasoline Fare Expressway fare

English-Speaking Guides

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Lunch fee when taking a break in each area

Admission to attractions

Kiyomizudera around 10 dollars

Kinkakuji around 10 dollars

Options

Van tour more than 7 people

Pickup included

Kyoto full day private tour

Pickup included

Nara half day private tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.85

26 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Kyoto experience
Ashley D,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Riku was very helpful and although young he was willing to help in any way. We ended up doing our own thing and he was fine, happy to chat and discuss Japanese culture or whatever interested us
Sites of Kyoto
Lorraine H,
May 7, 2025
- Viator
3.00
This a good tour for people that have a day to spend in Kyoto. In our case we were on a cruise stop in Osaka.
Excellent experience, highly recommend
Pamela M,
Apr 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
An excellent way to experience Kyoto! We loved having our private guide Riku show us around and share Kyoto's history. He picked us up and dropped us off right at our Michaya. His english was great and he was the nicest young man, always making sure we were enjoying the tour. Having a private tour let us go at our own pace, stop for snacks and photos and really enjoy the day. Riku even found us a lovely restaurant for lunch that had Gluten free options and helped us with the menu. We highly recommend this tour if you want to see some of the beautiful history of Kyoto.
Riku, very professional...
Clara R,
Apr 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Riku, very professional amazing person. We enjoy every minute.English very good.Thank you! Amazing time!
Private tour with Riku.
Amanda M,
Apr 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Riku was a fantastic tour guide. I was solo traveling on the tour, He is extremely kind and knowledgeable, which felt incredibly safe. This tour was the best way to see the top sights quickly, and also learn the history of the spaces. Bonus is the hotel pickup, with timing of choice… amazing way to start a day of sightseeing. Nothing was rushed or on strict schedule. Would highly recommend Riku to any solo traveler or family looking for a relaxing day of sightseeing!