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Explore Kyoto at your own pace on a private walking tour with a nationally licensed local guide. Choose a 4-, 6- or 8-hour tour and pick the places you want to visit from 33 options, including Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle and Arashiyama, or let your guide plan the route for you. You meet your guide at your accommodation, and since only your group joins, the itinerary can be adjusted to your interests. Along the way, your guide shares stories about Japanese history and culture.

Pick the sights you want to see
and build your own Kyoto itinerary
After booking, tell your guide which places you would like to visit and the itinerary will be planned around them. On average, the 4-hour tour covers 2–3 places, the 6-hour tour 3–4 places and the 8-hour tour 4–6 places. If you prefer, you can leave the planning to your guide.
Places you can choose from: Fushimi Inari Taisha, Nijo Castle, Gion, Nishiki Market, Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Pontocho, Higashiyama, Ginkaku-ji, Nanzen-ji Suirokaku, Tofuku-ji, To-ji, Kinkaku-ji, Ninna-ji, Shugakuin Imperial Villa, Kibune River, Ryoan-ji, Arashiyama, Katsura Imperial Villa, Daikaku-ji, Tenryu-ji, Yoshiminedera, Togetsukyo Bridge, Bamboo Grove, Okochi Sanso Garden, Jojakko-ji, Nison-in, Gio-ji, Adashino Nenbutsu-ji, Otagi Nenbutsu-ji, Byodo-in, Maruyama Park, Sanjusangen-do
See iconic Kyoto at
Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera

Fushimi Inari Taisha, with its long tunnels of vermilion torii gates, is also known as a filming location for "Memoirs of a Geisha." At the ancient Kiyomizu-dera temple, enjoy city views from the wide wooden stage, then stroll the lanes toward Gion lined with Kyoto-style shops. At Kinkaku-ji, see the golden pavilion set against the mountains.
Make the most of your day with
the recommended 6-hour itinerary

The operator's recommended 6-hour itinerary starts at 9:00 AM when you meet your guide at your hotel. Visit Kiyomizu-dera with Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka at 9:30 AM and Nijo Castle at 11:00 AM, then have lunch at a local restaurant at 12:30 PM (at your own expense). At 1:30 PM, explore the tranquil gardens of Kodai-ji, and at 2:30 PM, visit Yasaka Shrine in the heart of Gion.
Travel by public transport
and listen to your guide's stories

This is a walking tour and no private vehicle is included. You travel between sights by public transport or local taxi, and transportation costs and admission fees are paid by guests. While on the move, your guide shares stories about Japanese history and culture. You can also enjoy a snack or dinner at a restaurant in the Gion district (at your own expense).
※ The itinerary is for reference only and may change after consulting with your guide.
※ Admission fees, transportation and food and drinks are not included.
Meeting point :
Kyoto hotel pickup
Meeting point information:
Your guide will wait in the hotel lobby, outside the train station or at your requested pickup address 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Pickup from your accommodation is available if it is within walking distance. Please check the voucher provided after confirmation for the exact pickup location and time.
Hotel pickup in central Kyoto