Private Tour
Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised
Overview
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Experience Kyoto like a local with a private, customized walking tour designed just for you. This is more than just a tour—this is an intimate, immersive Kyoto experience crafted around you. Explore iconic spots like Kyoto Tower, Togetsu-kyō Bridge, and Ginkaku-ji Temple, along with hidden gems tailored to your interests.
Your guide will craft an itinerary based on your passions, offering insider tips and uncovering the city's top attractions and cultural secrets. Discover sacred sites like Fushimi Inari Taisha, explore the cultural richness of Gion, or venture into historic neighborhoods off the beaten path. Let your guide reveal Kyoto's true essence and charm.
Within 24 hours of booking, you'll receive a questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, we'll assign a like-minded host who will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary and ensure your experience is flexible and tailored to your preferences.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
What To Expect
Kyoto
See Kyoto through the eyes of someone who calls it home—uncovering its hidden gems, rich culture, and untold stories with a passionate local by your side. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a journey designed around you, full of authentic moments and unforgettable discoveries. Before your adventure begins, you will receive a short questionnaire so we can craft an itinerary that reflects your interests—whether it’s exploring world-famous landmarks, savoring local flavors, or stumbling upon tucked-away treasures only locals know. Here are some highlights and hidden gems to spark your curiosity.
Pontocho District
Experience Kyoto through the eyes of a passionate local who will bring the city’s hidden gems to life. Your host isn’t just a guide—they’re a passionate local who loves sharing their city with friends and will tailor your itinerary for you. You'll receive a pre-tour questionnaire to help customize your experience but here are some highlights and hidden gems to consider. Pontocho Alley—a stunning hidden gem often hailed as Kyoto's most picturesque street. With its car-free, timeless charm, traditional wooden shops, and intimate restaurants, it offers a glimpse into authentic Kyoto.
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8 hours
Duration: 8 hours
5 hours
Duration: 5 hours
7 hours
Duration: 7 hours
3 hours
Duration: 3 hours
2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Reviews
1,427 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Maria d,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Alexis was amazing!!! Fun and knowledgable, we had an amazing time. She connected with my young adult girls and my 80 year old mother.
Wonderful tour with Jose.
Omkharan A,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jose was an excellent, knowledgeable tour guide. We managed to see several beautiful temples and shrines throughout Kyoto. The 5 hour tour is a must have.
Unforgettable Kyoto Walking Tour with Kenta
Arwen P,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had the absolute pleasure of having Kenta as our walking tour guide in Kyoto, and we couldn’t have imagined a better match for our interests and travel style. From the start, Kenta’s warmth and kindness made us feel completely at ease, like we were exploring the city with a trusted friend who just happened to be an expert in its history, culture, and hidden gems. He thoughtfully tailored the tour to our preferences and pace, balancing well-known highlights with off-the-beaten-path discoveries. His deep knowledge of Kyoto’s traditions, architecture, and spiritual sites brought every stop to life—and his respectful, mindful approach to each location truly honored the culture we were there to learn about. Kenta's enthusiasm is genuine, and his ability to connect past and present helped us see Kyoto with fresh eyes. We walked away not only with beautiful memories and stunning photos, but with a much deeper appreciation for the spirit of this incredible city.
10000 thumbs up
Basma H,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing wonderful tour and milo was the best tour guy ever highly recommend to anyone coming to koyoto amazing experience
Summer walking tour of Kyoto hotspots
Dan P,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jose was a wonderful guide. He was knowledgable and incredibly flexible and caring towards my children during our 5hr walking tour in the middle of summer. He knew all answers to our questions and we visited all of the locations (and more) that we wanted to see during a short stay in Kyoto. Thanks Jose!
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