- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - We will guide you up the mountain, with interesting stories of the history, making several stops and taking the most pictures near the halfway point where the crowd has died down. There will be walking but we will not be making the full 2.5 hour to 3 hour trip (which is unnecessary). Travel will be made to and from this location with the train and is included in travel time.
- Sannenzaka Ninenzaka - We generally recommend taking a taxi to this next location, which will run about 1200 yen per taxi. Upon arriving to Ninenzaka, we will explore the streets of Higashiyama, take some pictures, such as by Hokan-ji, and give you a chance to do some shopping. Our host will give you various recommendations on souvenirs and street food.
- Kiyomizu-Zaka Street - On the way up to Kiyomizu Temple, you’ll have the chance to do more shopping for souvenirs and snacks!
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple - We will explore the many different areas of this temple and do more photography here. Learn about the interesting history here and a enjoy few hidden experiences. Admission is 400 yen per person that you should bring in cash. We typically finish here around 5-5:30. Your host will then escort you to the closest station/bus stop/taxi stand you’d like to use to continue on your day.
- Just enough history and fun facts
- Professional photos along the tour (and fast return time)
- Totally private tour–just you and the host
- Train Fare: 380 yen
- Kiyomizu-dera Entry Ticket: 400 yen
- Souvenirs (Bring as much cash as you think you may need!)
- Taxi Fare: 1000-2500 yen per group (must cover host’s cost)
- Snacks
Embark on an unforgettable half-day adventure through Kyoto’s cultural heart, exploring some of its most iconic landmarks. There’s no other experience like this!
This guided, private tour embarks to three of Kyoto’s most important locations. Your guide, a professional photographer, will help you learn, explore, and create a personalized visual story of your time in Kyoto.
This unique blend of sightseeing and professional photoshoot makes this half-day tour an unmissable opportunity for travelers looking to connect with Kyoto’s cultural heritage while taking home stunning keepsakes of their journey.
Please note that this tour varies in time, from about 4-6 hours. It is a scheduled tour on a set route, but we will make sure to give you the time to enjoy the things you want to see most during the tour. It also involves walking. Winter start time is 11:50am.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.