Private Tour
Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Kyoto keeps traditional arts and beauty alive, but the busses and subways can be confusing and provide challenges for those with walking limitations. At Japan Guide Agency, we want everyone to experience Kyoto so we are happy to provide this customizable, private guided tour with a vehicle!
Join us on a tour of Kyoto to see Kiyomizu Temple as it towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. The bamboo forest of Sagano and the gardens, shrines and temples in Kyoto will provide you with a window into old Japan.
Once your reservation is made, a guide will contact you to plan your personalized tour. Choose 4 to 5 spots from ‘Tour Details’ to visit. Whether you are a history buff, love Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!
*Maximum 15 participants per tour.
*If you have a child or children in your group, please let us know the number and their age.
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
There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private vehicle
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
You can see Japan's background that is off-limits to ordinary tourists after the tour. This short trip is a fantastic and great value way of experiencing Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine! We are here to help you discover new things, the Fushimi Inari Shrine is so more than its famous tunnels of vermillion-red torii gates. Most people are satisfied by a scenic view of it. But this has a lot of stories to tell that will connect you to the Japan's history and culture and your guide will show you deeper. You will see a fascinating story attached to the origin of the shrine dedicated to the god of grains – that’s what “Inari” means – . This is also why you’ll see statues of the fox around the shrine. “Kitsune” or the fox is a servant to the god Inari. They are cunning tricksters, clever minded animals who make perfect guides for the treacherous business world. You may would want the foxes on your side after this tour.
Nijo Castle
Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site was built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Period (1603-1867).
Options
Mini Van (Up to 4 PAX)
Mini Van (Up to 4 PAX)
Pickup included
Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
Pickup included
Van (Up to 7 PAX)
Van (Up to 7 PAX)
Pickup included
Microbus (Up to 15 PAX)
Microbus (Up to 15 PAX)
Pickup included
Reviews
375 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good experience.
Carlos P,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good tour! Very professional and punctual. Good knowledge of the history of the place. Flexibility to customize the tour.
Fantastic day touring Kyoto with private tour guide & driver!
Katherine G,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00AMAZING tour guide & driver!! Our guide, Tomy, was absolutely exceptional. He helped curate a perfect day in Kyoto, was super responsive leading up to our tour day, and very knowledgeable. Tomy helped us schedule the day at a great pace for the hot Kyoto summer! He emailed and then texted, was perfectly on time, and shared lots of history and culture throughout our tour. Having a dedicated driver was a HUGE win, we had 7 family members in our group and it made it so easy and organized to get around the city. Tomy and the driver arrived on time, were flexible (our family sometimes moved slower lol) and made sure we stayed on time throughout the whole day. I cannot recommend this tour enough!! Thank you to our driver and Tomy our tour guide!!! BOOK this tour!
Wonderful way to see the sites!
Angela B,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend this tour if you want to cover a lot of sites. Ken and his driver were fantastic. Ken created the schedule after we gave our wish list of things to see. We really enjoyed learning all the history of Kyoto. Could spend a week in Kyoto and not see it all. With the temperature in the 100degree area it was such a pleasure to be taken by air conditioned car to each place. Don’t think we would have made it to more than 2 sites without Ken and a driver because the heat would have been too much. this was worth every penny.
Kyoto trip
Olena G,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour with Kazuo was absolutely outstanding. His deep knowledge of the city’s history, culture, and hidden spots made the experience both educational and unforgettable. Kazuo was engaging, flexible, and genuinely passionate—bringing every site to life, from Emperor Palace to quiet area in Gion. This guide also gave excellent local recommendations that took us off the beaten path. If you’re visiting Kyoto, don’t miss the chance to tour with them. Truly a five-star experience
Everything you could want in a tour guide - excellent experience
Christie K,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Sooooo happy we chose this company for our tour day. Harumi helped us plan a fun and interesting day, and was totally helpful, educational, and charming throughout the actual tour. We wish we could have spent even more time with her! Ito was a perfect driver - kept the car cool for us and helped us find a wonderful lunch spot along the way. Our memories of Kyoto will be forever enhanced by the kindness and service of those two. Very pleased!
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