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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
Tour Highlights
Enjoy a structured 10-hour private sightseeing tour covering Kyoto’s most iconic attractions.
Follow a well-planned route featuring Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, and Fushimi Inari Taisha.
Guests may adjust or replace certain locations as long as the total duration remains within 10 hours.
Comfortable transportation provided by a professional driver who can communicate basic English, Japanese, and Chinese for transportation-related needs.
This service does not include guiding or accompanying services.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The driver will arrive at the pickup location approximately 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
For hotel pickups, please wait in the lobby or at the main entrance.
For Kyoto pickups, the exact meeting point may be adjusted depending on traffic and road conditions.
The driver will contact you before arrival to reconfirm the meeting location and service details.
Vehicle information, including the vehicle type and license plate number, will be provided in advance.
Itinerary
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1Arashiyama
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove – approx. 100 minutes Admission: Free Walk through the serene bamboo forest, one of Japan’s most photographed natural landscapes. Guests can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, explore nearby temples, or visit the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge area.
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Kinkakuji Temple
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) – approx. 60 minutes Admission: Required (tickets purchased by guests on-site) Discover the stunning gold-leaf-covered Zen temple, one of Kyoto’s most iconic sights. Walk around the beautifully landscaped gardens and enjoy reflections of the pavilion shimmering on the pond.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Kiyomizu-dera Area (approx. 180 minutes) This stop covers the entire Kiyomizu-dera Temple area, including several famous historical streets and cultural landmarks. Guests will explore: Kiyomizu-dera Temple – UNESCO site with panoramic city views Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka – preserved traditional streets perfect for walking and photos Yasaka Shrine – one of Kyoto’s most important Shinto shrines Gion District – Kyoto’s iconic geisha district Hanamikoji Street – atmospheric lanes lined with traditional wooden teahouses Guests may add, skip, or replace locations within this area based on their personal interests, as long as the total time remains within 180 minutes.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
4Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha – approx. 60 minutes Admission: Free Experience walking through the iconic thousands of vermilion torii gates, explore the atmospheric forest paths, and learn about the shrine’s deep connection to prosperity and good fortune. Guests can enjoy photography at one of Kyoto’s most recognizable landmarks.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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