Kyoto Private Tour Like a Local and Not a Tourist

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

A fully private tour with no other guests.
Enjoy Kyoto at your own pace and take your time discovering its charm.

We don’t visit famous tourist spots

Popular tourist areas can be so crowded that it’s difficult to walk around or take photos comfortably.

Experience Kyoto’s history, culture, and daily life

Discover places you wouldn’t normally find on a typical trip, and experience authentic Kyoto life and traditions that are still carried on today.

Discover places with over 1,200 years of Kyoto’s history

Visit historic temples with over 1,200 years of history and feel the culture and traditions that have been passed down through generations.

Visit places where Kyoto locals find peace

Explore places that have been cherished by Kyoto locals for generations, where people come to pray, reflect, and find inner peace.

What's Included

Guide fee
Entrance fee
Public transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of 7-Eleven

End point
Kyoto Station

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The admission fee and guide fee are included. The Five-Story Pagoda, a symbol of Kyoto, is Japan's tallest wooden tower at approximately 55 meters high. It is a major landmark that can be seen from the bullet train.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

    The admission fee and guide fee are included. It is a place where local Japanese people still come to pray today.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Tags

Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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