Kyoto Private 1-Day Highlights Tour by Private Car

7 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour is designed for comfort and efficiency as you explore Kyoto by private car with a English-speaking guide.

With door-to-door hotel pickup and carefully planned routing, you can visit Kyoto’s most iconic sites such as Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, and the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest smoothly and stress-free.

No need to worry about transportation, timing, or navigation. Simply relax and enjoy Kyoto while your guide manages the day and shares cultural insights that make each location more meaningful.

What's Included

Private transportation
Fuel surcharge
Guide
Parking Fees
Food and Drink
Entrance Fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please meet your guide at the entrance of your hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    Kiyomizu-dera is famous for its impressive wooden stage offering stunning views, built without nails. It holds historical significance, being part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. The temple is named after the Otowa Waterfall, where visitors drink for good fortune. It's associated with cultural traditions like the "leap of faith" and is a major pilgrimage and tourist destination.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Hokan-ji Temple

    Hokanji Temple, also known as Yasaka Pagoda, is a historic five-story pagoda in Kyoto. Originally built in the 6th century, it's an iconic landmark offering scenic views of Kyoto's traditional streets.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    Fushimi Inari Shrine, located in Kyoto, is famous for its thousands of red torii gates that form pathways up Mount Inari. Dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice and prosperity, the shrine is one of Japan's most important and popular sites. The hike through the torii gates offers visitors stunning views and a spiritual experience.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

    Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto is a serene and picturesque grove known for its towering bamboo stalks that create a unique, tranquil atmosphere. A popular tourist destination, it offers peaceful walking paths that immerse visitors in the natural beauty of the swaying bamboo.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Kinkakuji Temple

    Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, is a famous Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto. Known for its stunning gold leaf-covered exterior, it reflects beautifully in the surrounding pond. It is one of Japan's most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

    50 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Travel time is included in the total tour duration
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Cancellation Policy

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

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