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)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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.
Options
3 hours
Duration: 3 hours
7 hours
Duration: 7 hours
8 hours
Duration: 8 hours
5 hours
Duration: 5 hours
2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Reviews
1,447 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Victoria B,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Emi did a great job taking us through Kyoto and explaining the history/sites. Able to adjust our tour with her to what we already saw & will see on other tours in the city :)
Great taylor made tour in Kyoto.
JuanPablo S,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00The tour began at a Starbucks which was a very convenient location for new comers to Kyoto. She organized a taylor made plan for us since we only visited the city as a day trip. Tina is a wonderful person and with good knowledge about the main attractions.
Kyoto Kulture
Richard H,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mia was an awesome tour guide. My pregnant wife, son and I got exactly what we were looking for...culture! Mia gave such great detail and explanation. She really cared about us and the Tour. We strongly recommend her for any of your tour needs. We look forward to working with her thr next time we come to Japan! Thank you Mia!!!
Amazing Experience
Jaime N,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Alex was an amazing guide! He worked with us to understand what we wanted to do and made a plan for a wonderful day! He made sure that all of the members of our family, including our 12 year old son, had a great day exploring Kyoto!
2 Hour Kyoto Tour
Kevin G,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Emi was a knowledgeable, friendly and effective tour leader. We appreciated her knowledge about Kyoto and her willingness to customize the tour to our interests. We really enjoyed our tour!
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