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Step into the timeless charm of Kyoto’s Higashiyama and Gion districts on this 6 hour walking tour. Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, photographers, and food enthusiasts, the route blends sacred shrines, Zen temples, and atmospheric streets with stories from Kyoto’s imperial, religious, and merchant past. Great for both first-time visitors and repeat travelers, this experience captures the essence of old Kyoto while leaving space for discovery and reflection.
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Meeting and pickup
Once your booking is confirmed, our staff will reconfirm the tour details and meeting point with you one day before departure. On the tour day, our guide will carry a company logo flag for easy recognition.
Itinerary
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1
Begin near this modern cultural space, where the evolution of kanji sets the stage for understanding Japan’s traditions.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Yasaka Shrine
A 1,300 year old Shinto shrine at the gateway to Gion, central to Kyoto’s famous Gion Matsuri.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Maruyama Park
Kyoto’s oldest public park, home to the iconic weeping cherry tree and a seasonal gathering spot.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Nene-no-Michi
A quiet stone-paved path named after Nene, wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, connecting temples with elegance.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Kodai-ji Temple
Founded in 1606, known for its Zen gardens, tea houses, and seasonal illuminations.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Historic sloping streets lined with wooden townhouses, sweets shops, and traditional crafts.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Kiyomizu-dera Temple
UNESCO World Heritage Site with its iconic wooden hall and panoramic city views.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8
A striking symbol of Kyoto’s skyline and a favorite photo spot.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9Yasui-Konpiragu
Conclude at this shrine of renewal, where visitors pass through a sacred stone to cut bad ties and form good ones.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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