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Shore excursion: Full Day Private Kyoto Tour From Osaka/Kobe Port

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Overview

Available languages

Arabic
English
French
Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Tour itinerary is designed based on hiring a car/van for 10 hours (JPY 120,000 for up to 5 pax, JPY 140,000 for up to 8 pax) cash payment on the day tour, cash to the driver) to provide ample time to visit Kyoto's most iconic cultural & historic landmarks, ensuring a comprehensive experience of the city's rich heritage.

Itinerary (Customizable):

08:00 Meeting at Osaka or Kobe port

10:30 Bamboo grove

12:00 Kinkaku-ji temple

13:30 Lunch break

15:00 Fushimi Inari shrine

16:30 Kiyomizu-dera temple, old streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka around Kiyomizu-dera

17:30 Gion area and Geisha spotting streets

18:00 back to the port

20:00 Drop off in the port and tour finish

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Transportation cost is NOT included. Please carefully review the exclusions listed below.

Tour management, Tour guiding, Driver arrangement of pick up and drop off

Entrance fee - Kinkakuji Temple

Guide fees

Transportation cost: JPY 120,000 for up to 5 pax, JPY 140,000 up to 7 pax

If the start time is after 10 am, tour duration is shortened to 10 hours, or extra fee for driver

If the total tour duration is more than 10 hours, extra charge is required for the guide and the car

Personal Expenses

Gratuities are always appreciated but never expected (In case your experience was exceptional)

What To Expect

1

Bamboo Forest Street

After the pick up from the port, we will need 2 hours to reach Arashiyama area west of Kyoto. Immerse yourself in the enchanting Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama, where towering bamboo stalks create a serene and otherworldly atmosphere. Visit the historic Nonomiya Shrine, a hidden gem nestled within the bamboo grove, offering a tranquil escape and a touch of ancient tradition. Complete your journey with a stroll through the stunning gardens of Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where meticulously landscaped grounds provide a perfect blend of natural beauty and Zen serenity.

3 hours•Admission Not Applicable
2

Kinkakuji Temple

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto's iconic Golden Pavilion, shimmering brilliantly against its serene pond backdrop. Stroll through the exquisite gardens, reflecting the harmonious blend of nature and artistry that defines this UNESCO World Heritage site. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and photographers, this tour promises an unforgettable glimpse into Japan's architectural splendor and tranquil elegance.

1 hour•Admission Not Included

Options

Guiding and management fees

Reviews

4.41

22 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Not the best not sure I’d recommend

    kirstie T,

    Jul 29, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    So we booked the excursion and a private car for the 6 off us. I booked specific times to allow us to have a good amount of time in Koyto but still get back in time for the ship. I arranged the itinerary guided by the tour operator, so I presumed we would see all that was on the itinerary. However this was not the case. The car was late, we met our guide in Kyoto she wasn’t aware of the itinerary we had booked and the time we needed to be back by. In short the itinerary we booked wasn’t possible in the time we had. We were unaware we had to pay for the guides lunch, although that wasn’t a problem for us, but may have been for other people. I was disappointed as the trip wasn’t as I hoped. I would not recommend this trip

  • Kingo was a fantastic...

    Stephani B,

    Jul 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Kingo was a fantastic guide! We laughed with him, he taught us how to approach the shrines and why, he took fantastic pictures and showed us all the best places and things to eat! The driver and accommodations were perfect for our group of 8. This was one of our favorite days in Japan.

  • We had a wonderful day...

    Pamela B,

    Jul 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had a wonderful day tour of the beautiful areas of Kyoto including pick up from our cruise ship and delivery to our hotel. Fantastic guide and driver!

  • Kobe private tour

    lisa t,

    Jul 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our guide kinga was amazing. He was knowledgeable and easy to understand. The transportation was first class and comfortable!

  • A fantastic tour with a...

    Tyler T,

    Jul 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A fantastic tour with a great English speaking guide (Toshi). The car was very comfortable for our family of four and made seeing all the sites. The tour guide and driver were very flexible with the itinerary and will customize to your wants and needs. Toshi was very knowledgeable and truly seems to enjoy his time providing the tour and engaging with the guests. Would highly reccommend.

From USD 490

4.41
22 reviews
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