Experience a personalized and private one-day tour of Kyoto with a local guide. Explore iconic sites, hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the city’s rich culture and natural beauty.
Experience a personalized and private one-day tour of Kyoto with a local guide. Explore iconic sites, hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the city’s rich culture and natural beauty.
- Kyoto - Experience an authentic introduction to Kyoto with a private guide on a fully customized full-day walking tour. The itinerary is tailored to your interests and pace, providing an insider’s perspective on the city’s rich history, cultural traditions, and hidden treasures. Here are some highlights you might explore:
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- Kyoto - Experience an authentic introduction to Kyoto with a private guide on a fully customized full-day walking tour. The itinerary is tailored to your interests and pace, providing an insider’s perspective on the city’s rich history, cultural traditions, and hidden treasures. Here are some highlights you might explore:
- Kyoto Station Building - Discover this impressive modern landmark with its striking architecture, rooftop gardens, and panoramic city views—a perfect starting point for your Kyoto adventure.
- Kitano Tenmangu Shrine - Travel north to visit this esteemed shrine, dedicated to the scholar Sugawara no Michizane. It’s renowned for its plum blossoms in late winter and its vibrant monthly market. Your guide can also suggest a great nearby spot to try Kyoto’s specialty, yuba (tofu skin).
- Kinkaku-ji - Proceed to one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks. Originally a shogun’s villa, Kinkaku-ji was converted into a Zen temple in the 1400s and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire its shimmering gold-leaf exterior reflected in the surrounding pond.
- Sannenzaka Ninenzaka - Head south to the charming lanes of Higashiyama. Stroll through these beautifully preserved, sloping streets lined with wooden townhouses, traditional merchant shops, cafes, and restaurants offering Kyoto specialties. It’s the perfect place to shop for pottery, sweets, crafts, and other local treasures.
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Conclude your day at one of Japan’s most renowned temples. Famous for its expansive wooden stage with sweeping city views, Kiyomizu-dera is especially stunning during the autumn foliage season. Don’t miss the Otowa Waterfall, whose three streams promise longevity, academic success, or good fortune in love—choose your wish wisely!

- 8-hour tour with a personal host
- Custom, private tour experience
- Option for hotel meet-up in central locations
- Tailored walking journey with transport suggestions if needed
- 8-hour tour with a personal host
- Custom, private tour experience
- Option for hotel meet-up in central locations
- Tailored walking journey with transport suggestions if needed
- Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
- Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
- Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
- Gratuities (optional)
Experience Kyoto in a uniquely personal way with a full-day private walking tour led by a local host who knows the city intimately. This tour offers a flexible, tailored experience that revolves entirely around your preferences.
Wander through historic streets, explore hidden shops, admire tranquil temples and gardens, and listen to local stories that…
Experience Kyoto in a uniquely personal way with a full-day private walking tour led by a local host who knows the city intimately. This tour offers a flexible, tailored experience that revolves entirely around your preferences.
Wander through historic streets, explore hidden shops, admire tranquil temples and gardens, and listen to local stories that bring Kyoto’s culture to life. Your host will design the route to align with your interests, whether you are fascinated by history, cuisine, architecture, tradition, or unique discoveries off the beaten path.
Upon booking, a brief questionnaire about your interests will be provided. Your host will then contact you to propose an authentic, adaptable itinerary that feels like exploring Kyoto with a knowledgeable friend eager to reveal the city’s secrets.
- After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
- This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
- Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.