Kyoto Private Day Tour with English Speaking Driver

4.6
(85 reviews)
Kyoto, Japan

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Journey onto this 1 Day Private Tour of Kyoto by vehicle. Accompanied by a friendly, English speaking driver, experience the historical city boasting a collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. See stunning landmarks such as the Kiyomizudera, Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama (Bamboo Forest) and the timeless Gion Area. This is the Japan you've always dreamed about.

Highlights
• Private Day Tour - Fully Customizable
• Experience the numerous, must-see, historically significant temples and shrines of Kyoto
• Stroll around the magnificent Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, a picture perfect spot
• Enjoy a traditional Kyoto style lunch and experience the atmospheric Gion area
• Feel safe and sound with our modern vehicles and expert drivers

NOTE: This is a suggested itinerary - you are welcome to customize it

What's Included

English Speaking Driver (who can offer travel advise/assistance and manage the itinerary)
Petrol/Gas
WiFi Hotspot Router (In Vehicle, when available)
Modern & Clean Vehicle
Aircon
Highway Tolls
Meet & Greet
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Tour guide service (Can be requested upon booking, please let us know)
Attraction tickets- Prices depends on the attraction, estimated costs around 1,500-2,000¥/person
Surcharges if the pick up is outside Kyoto (5000-30,000¥ depends on the location)
Overtime (the service is for 10 hours, anytime beyond 10 hours will be overtime 2,500¥/30 mins)

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick-up will be at your specified accommodation. Kobe, Osaka, and Nara pick-ups/drop-offs will have an extra charge from 8,000JPY -14,000JPY depending on location.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

    Stroll through the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, scenic riverside views, and traditional streets.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Kinkakuji Temple

    Visit Kyoto’s iconic Golden Pavilion, a stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf, reflected beautifully in its surrounding pond.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Gion

    Explore Gion, Kyoto’s historic geisha district, with traditional wooden teahouses, lantern-lit alleys, and classic old-town charm.

    35 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Gion

    Optional for customize

    Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    Discover Kiyomizu-dera, a UNESCO-listed temple known for its wooden stage overlooking Kyoto and beautiful seasonal views.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

    Walk along Ninenzaka, a preserved stone-paved slope lined with traditional shops, cafés, and picture-perfect Kyoto scenery. Continue down Sannenzaka, another charming historic street ideal for photos, souvenir shopping, and enjoying Kyoto’s old-town feel.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Kodai-ji Temple

    Visit Kodai-ji, a beautifully designed temple with elegant gardens, walking paths, and lovely illumination in certain seasons.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Yasaka Shrine

    Stop by Yasaka Shrine, a lively Shinto shrine famous for its bright lanterns and as a gateway between Gion and Maruyama Park.

    35 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    End your day at Fushimi Inari, known for its thousands of red torii gates forming atmospheric tunnels up the sacred mountain.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This trip is for 10 hours duration (from hotel pick-up to drop-off). Any additional time will be charged as overtime at JPY 5,000 per hour, payable directly to the driver on the day of the trip
  • The operator can only offer 1 child seat per group / vehicle
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Cancellation Policy

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

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