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

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 3 more

Kyoto is a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and well-preserved traditional Japanese culture. Our tours are designed to help visitors explore and appreciate the beauty of Kyoto while enjoying a fun and memorable experience.
As Kyoto’s famous landmarks are spread out—often requiring extensive walking, navigating hills, and locating hidden spots—a private tour by car offers a more comfortable and efficient way to explore the city.

Led by our knowledgeable guide, Riku, and organized by a dynamic young team, this tour is dedicated to creating unforgettable memories for every guest.

For tours departing from Kyoto, we will visit Kinkakuji Temple, Arashiyama, Gion, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
For tours departing from Osaka, the itinerary includes Kinkakuji Temple, Arashiyama, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

*Kindly be advised that the customer is responsible for covering the tour guide's entrance fees to the attractions, as well as any meal expenses, including lunch.

What's Included

Parking Fare Gasoline Fare Expressway fare
English-Speaking Guides
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Lunch fee when taking a break in each area
Admission to attractions
Kiyomizudera around 10 dollars

Meeting and pickup

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

They can come in front of the hotel or I will go directly to their places to pickup

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    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 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 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 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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