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Full-Day Private Guided Tour: Imperial Kyoto, From Palaces to Temples
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Kyoto
Experience the splendor of imperial Kyoto on a full-day private guided tour. Explore palaces, temples, and the rich history of this must-visit city.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kyoto Imperial Palace - To start approaching the city, it is necessary to approach the empire, therefore the imperial palace (Kyoto-Gosho), main residence of the emperors until 1868.
- Nijo Castle - Nijo Castle represents the absolute power of the shoguns in Kyoto. It is with this in mind that Nijo Castle (Nijo-jo in Japanese) was built. Designed in 1603 by Tokugawa Ieyasu and completed in 1626, it served as a Kyoto home for shoguns of the Edo period.
- Nishiki Market Shopping District - Food Market where Kyoto citizen go to do their food shopping or eat at restaurants. Let’s explore Japanese food!
- Gion - Gion is the traditional district of Kyoto. If you are lucky, you can even meet geisha on their walk!
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple - This temple is famous for its terrace from where you can see all Kyoto. We will visit all its temples and surrounding buildings then go to admire the view.
- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Fushimi Inari Taisha is famous for its thousands of bright red torii gates that lead up to sacred Mount Inari.
What's Included
- Expert local guide
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Public transportation if we take it
- Nijo Castle entrance fee (1,300 JPY/person)
Additional Information
From 794 to 1868, Kyoto served as Japan’s imperial capital. Originally known as “Heian-kyo”, which stands for the ‘capital of peace and calm’, the city has retained its grandeur to this day. Palaces demonstrating imperial, martial, and religious architecture were established throughout the past century and now mark every corner of the city. It is a well-known fact, recognized by all… Kyoto is a place not to be missed. Onwards, we go!
Location
Kyoto Imperial Palace
3 Kyoto-Gyoen, Kamigyo-Ku,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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E3722mllouisj
Feb 9, 2024
Amazing and Intimate Tour of Kyoto! - Our guide took us to the imperial place, Nijo castle and Gion! It was such a fantastic tour, we learned so many amazing things about Kyoto’s history and famous sites! Highlight of our trip! Highly recommend!
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