Private Kyoto Customizable Day Tour with English Speaking Driver
Overview
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Explore Kyoto in Comfort and Style!
Discover the timeless beauty of Kyoto on our exclusive, private day trip by car. Tailored just for you, we create a personalized itinerary based on your interests, allowing you to enjoy Kyoto’s iconic sights at your own pace. Visit renowned landmarks such as Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, and the tranquil bamboo forest of Arashiyama all in one day!
The itinerary can be customized based on your requests.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This experience includes an English-speaking driver
Special rides, cruises, and admission tickets aren’t included and can be purchased directly at each location.
What To Expect
Arashiyama
Arashiyama, located in western Kyoto, Japan, is a picturesque district renowned for its natural beauty and cultural heritage. It is best known for the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where visitors can walk through a mesmerizing pathway lined with towering bamboo stalks. The area is also home to the historic Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning gardens, and the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Arashiyama’s charm is especially captivating during the cherry blossom season in spring and the vibrant autumn foliage, making it a popular destination year-round.
Kinkakuji Temple
Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, was originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa for the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. After his death, the villa was converted into a Zen Buddhist temple. The structure reflects a blend of traditional Japanese and Chinese architectural styles. Although the original building was destroyed by arson in 1950, it was rebuilt in 1955, with the top two floors covered in gold leaf, symbolizing purity and enlightenment.
Options
Pick-up and drop-off at Kyoto
Pick-up and drop-off at Kyoto Pickup included
What‘s Included
Pick-up and Drop-off to Hotel
English-Speaking Driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Pick-up options available from Osaka and Nara charging an additional fee of 20000¥.
Food not included
Admission tickets are not included. Travelers can purchase these directly at location.
Pickup points
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto
7 Seikanji Ryozan Cho, Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Japan
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
178 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Malik was great, driving...
Carina C,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Malik was great, driving us to all the main sites we wanted to see in kyoto. It was a very rainy day and we would have never gotten to see everything without him.
Wonderful experience. Our...
Jctproperties,Jul 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience. Our driver was very friendly and polite. We were able to see many amazing spots.
Great family tour!
Monica B,Jul 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Malik helped us leverage every single minute of the tour. We went to all the right spots and iconic landmarks.
Great tour guide
585rishik,Jul 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Malik was a wonderful guide. He brought us to all the right places, was very knowledgeable and walked with us at all the sites. Would definitely recommend him and this company
Malik was courteous,...
Carole R,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Malik was courteous, helpful, professional, and punctual. We greatly enjoyed the tour of Kyoto. ....
We had an amazing tour in...
Marina S,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing tour in Kyoto with Malik. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire day enjoyable from start to finish. Malik shared fascinating information about the history, culture, and local traditions, while also making sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged. He was patient with our questions, gave great recommendations, and helped us experience Kyoto in a way we never could have on our own. His passion for the city really showed, and it made the tour both informative and memorable.We highly recommend Malik to anyone visiting Kyoto. Thank you for a wonderful day and for helping create such great memories!
Had a great experience,...
Jordan F,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great experience, Malik was very knowledgeable and personable. The tour took us by all of the locations we wanted and never felt rushed.
Our tour guide Malik is...
Wei S,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Malik is punctual, professional, friendly and flexible with our family. He made our one day at Kyoto memorable.
A great way to get around...
stephanie j,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great way to get around Kyoto and see many sites in one day! Saved time with the back and forth travel to focus on the actual sites. Especially helpful when it was a rainy day.
A day in Kyoto
Paula A,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Shawn was excellent and knowledgeable. Kind with my daughters and made our experiance a memorable one.
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