• Arashiyama - Discover Japan’s renowned bamboo forest. To include this in your itinerary, choose the “Kyoto one day” option when booking.
• Kinkakuji Temple - Explore the Golden Temple, also known as the “Golden Pavilion.” Select the “Kyoto one day tour option” when booking to visit this site.
• Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - This shrine is part of all tour options. Begin your day at Kyoto’s iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of red torii gates create one of Japan’s most picturesque locations. Stroll through the gate tunnels as your local guide shares intriguing stories and hidden facts. After enjoying the serene atmosphere, we’ll travel to Nara by private car.
• Nara Park - To include this in your itinerary, select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour” option when booking. Meet Nara’s famous residents—friendly deer that roam freely in the park. Feed them, snap cute selfies, and relax under the trees. This segment of the tour is free time, allowing you to explore, take photos, or simply enjoy the tranquil setting. Join the guide for lunch or choose a local restaurant independently. It’s a perfect opportunity to unwind and savor Nara at your own pace.
• Todai-ji Temple - To include this in your itinerary, select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour” option when booking. Visit Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. Enter the world’s largest wooden building and encounter Japan’s Great Buddha, a massive bronze statue over 15 meters tall. Your guide will explain the temple’s rich history, its 8th-century construction, and its spiritual significance in Japanese Buddhism. Discover fun hidden details, like the famous “healing pillar,” and find the best angles for stunning photos.
• Kasuga Grand Shrine - To include this in your itinerary, select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour” option when booking. Enjoy a peaceful walk along a forest path lined with moss-covered stone lanterns to reach Kasuga Taisha Shrine, one of Nara’s most sacred sites. With its tranquil atmosphere and thousands of lanterns, this shrine offers insight into Japan’s ancient spiritual traditions. Your guide will share the shrine’s story, its connection to nature, and its role as an active place of worship. Capture atmospheric photos surrounded by greenery and light.
• Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Visit Kiyomizu Temple. To include this in your itinerary, select the “Kyoto one day tour option” when booking.
• Tenryuji Temple - Visit Tenryuji Temple. To include this in your itinerary, select the “Kyoto one day tour option” when booking.
• Nishiki Market Shopping District - Visit Nishiki Market. To include this in your itinerary, select the “Kyoto one day tour option” when booking.

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Surcharges on fuel
• Parking fees

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Bottled water
• Entrance fees

This exclusive car tour offers the opportunity to craft your perfect day in Kyoto by selecting from three adaptable options: a Kyoto 1-Day Highlights Tour, a Kyoto & Nara cultural exploration, or a Kyoto & Osaka adventure. Each itinerary is entirely customizable to suit your interests and pace. Should there be any sites you wish to include—or places you have already seen—we will modify the route to create the ideal day for you.

Travel in comfort by private car with a friendly local guide who brings history, culture, and local stories to life. Whether you wish to explore the bamboo forest of Arashiyama, admire the Golden Pavilion, meet Nara’s sacred deer, or enjoy Osaka’s vibrant streets, you can experience Japan’s most iconic sights at your own pace, without rushing or adhering to a fixed schedule.

This tour is perfect for first-time visitors, families, and couples seeking a smooth, personalized, and unforgettable sightseeing experience. Discover Kyoto—and beyond—in the most flexible and enjoyable manner.

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