Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Kinkakuji Temple

  Kinkakuji Temple is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. Kinkakuji is famous for its stunning architecture, with the top two floors covered in gold leaf and beautifully reflected in the surrounding pond. Originally built in the 14th century as a retreat for Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the temple was later converted into a temple. The gardens surrounding the temple were also carefully designed in detail to showcase the beauty of the traditional Japanese landscape. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist attraction.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  Arashiyama

  Arashiyama is a pleasant, natural tourist destination located in the western suburbs of Kyoto. The area has been a popular tourist destination since the Heian period (794-1185), when aristocrats enjoyed its natural surroundings. Arashiyama is especially popular in the fall for its autumn foliage and in the spring for its cherry blossoms. The Togetsu Bridge is the central trend mark of Arashiyama, from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of the vast river. Near the bridge, there is a boat pier, the famous bamboo grove street, many restaurants, and shopping for even the youngest visitors.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Tenryu-ji Temple

  Tenryu-ji Temple is one of Kyoto’s most celebrated Zen temples and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1339 by the shogun Ashikaga Takauji, it was built to honor Emperor Go-Daigo and has since become the head temple of the Rinzai sect’s Tenryu branch. The highlight of Tenryu-ji is its stunning garden, designed by the famous monk Muso Soseki. The landscape blends a central pond, lush greenery, and the scenic backdrop of Arashiyama’s mountains, creating a masterpiece of Zen aesthetics that has remained nearly unchanged since the 14th century. Visitors can stroll through the peaceful Sogenchi Garden, admire seasonal flowers, and enjoy the harmony of nature and architecture. The temple buildings themselves showcase traditional Zen design, offering a glimpse into Japan’s cultural and spiritual heritage. Tenryu-ji is not only a place of worship, but also a serene retreat where travelers can experience the essence of Japanese Zen philosophy amidst the natural beauty of Kyoto.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

  Fushimi Inari is one of Japan's most gorgeous, powerful, and famous shrines and one of my recommended tourist destinations. The view of the thousand torii gates leading to the top of the mountain is breathtaking, and even if you get tired on the way, there is a place to turn around so that even those with weak legs can enjoy the view. Many visitors are satisfied with the beautiful scenery. Fushimi Inari has a lot of history and animal gods are enshrined, and there are statues of foxes and animals in many places as you walk along.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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