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- Japanese
- English
The world of Geisha is shrouded in mystery, but your host’s personal stories and deep local knowledge will unlock the history, culture, and traditions of Kyoto’s iconic Gion district. This is not just a tour—it’s a personalized journey designed to immerse you in the city’s rich cultural tapestry and hidden corners.
After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests and preferences. Your host will contact you personally to plan the day, ensuring an experience that’s tailored to your pace, passions, and style for an unforgettable Kyoto adventure.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This is a walking tour. Your host will meet you at your selected hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option. If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option. This is a private walking experience. Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour. NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day." This is a private walking experience, and no private vehicle is provided; however, your host may recommend using public transport for longer distances, with any additional costs settled on the day. After booking, our Experience Planners will contact you to confirm the meeting point and assist with any final details to ensure a seamless start to your personalized tour.
This is a great central point to meet your host. Your host will be waiting directly in front of the store’s main entrance, under the roof-covered area.
Itinerary
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Immerse yourself in Kyoto’s most iconic and historic district, Gion, where the spirit of the city’s Geisha culture lives on. Explore narrow, lantern-lit streets lined with traditional wooden machiya houses, ancient teahouses, and hidden shrines, all brought to life by your local host’s rich storytelling. Before your adventure begins, you’ll complete a short questionnaire to share your interests—whether you’re curious about geiko and maiko traditions, intrigued by Kyoto’s architecture, or eager to discover lesser-known spots. Your host will design a fully personalized route to match your passions and pace. Here are some highlights you might explore: Important: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences.
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Stroll along Gion’s most famous street, renowned for its historic ochaya (teahouses) and well-preserved Edo-period architecture. Your host will point out subtle cultural markers and offer tips on authentic local dining spots that you might otherwise miss. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed, and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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Visit the revered Yasaka Shrine, a key spiritual landmark nestled between Gion and Higashiyama. With a history spanning over 1,300 years, this Shinto shrine is central to many of Kyoto’s famous festivals. Your host will explain its rituals and the significance of its bright vermilion gates and iconic lanterns.
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Wander along Shinbashi Dori, one of Kyoto’s most picturesque streets, framed by willow trees and traditional facades. Pause at Tatsumi Bridge, a beloved photo spot with deep local significance, and hear your host’s stories about its role in Gion’s cultural fabric.
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Conclude your tour in Pontocho Alley, a narrow passage famous for its blend of traditional Kyoto charm and vibrant nightlife. Your host will guide you through its maze of intimate bars and restaurants, sharing insider knowledge and recommendations for the best places to continue your exploration after the tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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