Full Day Private Tour in Kyoto with Pickup

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  It's renowned for its towering bamboo stalks that create a peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and photographers alike.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2

  Located in northern Kyoto, Kinkakuji Temple is a stunning temple with its upper floors coated in gold leaf. Originally built as a retirement villa for Ashikaga Yoshimitsu in 1408, it later became a Zen temple.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3

  Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine in southern Kyoto is a significant shrine known for its vermilion torii gates. The paths lead to the sacred Mount Inari, where thousands of shrines are nestled along the mountainside.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4

  Kiyomizu-dera, known as the "Pure Water Temple," is an ancient temple nestled in the forests east of Kyoto. Established in 780, it's renowned for its Otowa Waterfall.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5

  Gion, Kyoto's famous geisha district, is an area lined with traditional machiya houses. It's home to teahouses and restaurants where geiko and maiko entertain.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  Sanjusangendo Temple is famous for its 1001 statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Built in 1164, it boasts Japan's longest wooden structure.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7

  Ginkakuji Temple in Higashiyama was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa in 1482. Its exterior, adorned with silver leaf, is its distinctive feature.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 8

  Known as "Kyoto's Kitchen," Nishiki Market is a bustling market with over 100 shops and restaurants offering local specialties.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9

  The Kyoto Imperial Palace, the former residence of Japan's Imperial Family, was reconstructed in 1855. Located in the spacious Kyoto Imperial Park, it boasts historical buildings and beautiful gardens.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 10

  Ryoanji Temple is renowned for its Zen rock garden, a masterpiece of minimalist design, where 15 rocks are meticulously arranged amidst raked gravel.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 11

  Tenryuji Temple is celebrated for its picturesque landscape garden, considered one of the finest examples of Japanese Zen garden design.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 12

  Nanzenji Temple is a historic Zen temple complex featuring majestic gates, serene gardens, and an impressive aqueduct.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 13

  Heian Shrine is a vibrant Shinto shrine known for its massive torii gate and expansive gardens, which burst into color during cherry blossom season.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 14

  Nijo Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ornate interiors, majestic gates, and beautiful Japanese gardens.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 15

  Daikakuji Temple, a former imperial villa turned temple, features a serene pond garden and historic buildings dating back to the Heian period.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 16

  Kifune Shrine is dedicated to the god of water and is nestled in a lush forested area near the Kibune River, offering a serene retreat from the city.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 17

  Yasaka Shrine, also known as Gion Shrine, is a historic Shinto shrine located in the heart of Gion district, known for its vibrant festivals and lantern-lit paths.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 18

  Eikando Temple, also known as Zenrinji, is renowned for its stunning autumn foliage and the serene Amida Buddha statue housed within its halls.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 19

  Kenninji Temple is Kyoto's oldest Zen temple, known for its magnificent painted sliding doors and tranquil tea gardens.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 20

  Kodaiji Temple is famed for its exquisite Zen gardens, stunning night illuminations, and historic tea houses nestled in the Higashiyama district.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 21

  Shoren-in Temple is a tranquil retreat featuring a beautiful pond garden, tea houses, and elegant temple architecture nestled in the foothills of Higashiyama.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 22

  Tofukuji Temple is renowned for its expansive temple grounds, spectacular autumn foliage, and iconic wooden bridges spanning serene ponds.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 23

  Jonangu Shrine is a peaceful Shinto shrine known for its expansive gardens, vibrant seasonal flowers, and traditional architecture, offering a serene escape from the city hustle.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 24

  Toji Temple, officially known as Kyoo Gokoku-ji, is a historic Buddhist temple famous for its towering pagoda, the tallest wooden tower in Japan, and its vibrant flea market held on the 21st of each month.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included

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

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