Kyoto Early Morning Small Group Day Tour

Morning Kyoto Walking Tour: Beat the Crowds

The best part of this tour is the early start. Kyoto's popular spots get crowded in the afternoon, making it hard to even snap a photo. But in the morning, before the city wakes up, the air is different. You'll get to experience quiet streets, serene shrines, and empty photo spots first, making the same places much more satisfying.
Fushimi Inari's torii gates and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove are especially magical in the morning. Before the crowds arrive, you can feel the mystical atmosphere of the red torii tunnel and hear the bamboo swaying more clearly. It's the perfect time for a peaceful stroll and capturing amazing photos.
Plus, this is a walking tour using public transportation, not a bus tour, so you can feel the local vibe and avoid traffic jams, making the route more flexible. Comfortable shoes are a must since there's a lot of walking.

Red Torii Gate Morning Walk Starting from Fushimi Inari

The first stop is Fushimi Inari Shrine. In the morning, the red torii path is much emptier, allowing you to stroll without being pushed around. It's the perfect time to fully experience the unique mystical atmosphere of the torii tunnel. The guide doesn't just lead you around; they point out the best spots along the way. They'll adjust the pace to match your walking ability, find the best photo spots, and time it so you can capture moments before the crowds arrive.
The Fushimi Inari portion of the tour is about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Instead of forcing you to go all the way to the top, this course efficiently covers the three key spots in 5 hours, so it's not too physically demanding.

Complete Your Kyoto Highlights with Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

After Fushimi Inari, you'll move to Arashiyama by public transportation. Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is especially charming in the morning. The sound of the wind and the way the light filters through are different, making the atmosphere much calmer in the morning. Then, you'll move to Kinkaku-ji to finish off the iconic Kyoto experience. The golden pavilion, the reflection in the pond, and the Japanese garden create a Kyoto-like beauty all at once. It's the perfect finale to the morning itinerary.

 

Itinerary Information

There are 4 time slots to choose from: 06:45 / 07:15 / 07:45 / 08:10, and the total journey is 5 hours. If you want amazing photos and a peaceful walk, we highly recommend the 06:45 or 07:15 options!