8 hours
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English
Overview
Discover Kyoto’s iconic landmarks on this private full-day tour, featuring personalized guidance and a flexible itinerary. Visit the famous Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine with its striking vermilion torii gates, stroll through the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and marvel at the Zen-inspired Rock Garden at UNESCO-listed Ryoanji Temple. Conclude your journey with the shimmering Golden Pavilion at Kinkakuji Temple and a cultural stroll through the historic Nishiki Market.
Operated by
KAMNAVI Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Vicky_R, Mar 2026
This was a wonderful way to see important sites in Kyoto, learn their history, and beat the crowds. Our guide, Satomi, was very knowledgeable and was able to tailor the tour to meet our needs. She taught us so much in a short amount of time. Our whole family enjoyed this experience. The company provided excellent communication from the start of the process. Everything went very smoothly.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We are very happy to know that you enjoyed Kyoto and the tour with Satomi.
Trip to Kyoto
Miguel_R, May 2025
We had an amazing experience with our licensed guide, Sumiko Yoshikawa. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and tailored to our interests. Sumiko was not only highly professional and knowledgeable, but also incredibly kind and patient throughout the day. The guide took care of all logistics and made excellent transport decisions on the spot, which allowed us to relax and fully enjoy each moment. Her deep insights into Japanese history and culture truly enriched our experience. We highly recommend this tour and especially Sumiko as a guide. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan!
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you very much for your thoughtful and generous review. We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a meaningful and well-organized experience with Sumiko. We're especially glad that her guidance allowed you to relax and fully enjoy your time in Japan. Thank you again for choosing our tour!
Great tour and guide
Steven_N, Apr 2025
Tomoko was the best! She shared so much about Kyoto with great energy and knowledge. We felt very comfortable with her as a guide and we would definitely use her services again.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear you had a great time in Kyoto with Tomoko!
Informative and lots of fun
Mags_L, Feb 2025
Toshi was very knowledgeable with a great sense of humour. He provided us with lots of tips and information. It was a great tour and we managed to cover a great deal of the sights of Osaka
Itinerary
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
The spectacular tunnel of thousands vermilion torii gates is so famous and picturesque. These torii gates were offered by worshippers in appreciation of the good fortune they received from the deity enshrined here. Why don’t you, too, offer a prayer and change your luck?
1 hourArashiyama
The renowned bamboo forest with its subtle hues of green and the sun slanting through has an exceptional beauty. The rustling of the leaves and the creaking of the trunks softly swaying in the breeze have a very relaxing effect. It’s an experience that you shouldn't miss while being in Kyoto.
1 hourRyoan-ji Temple
This temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, houses the world famous Rock Garden, which was once praised by Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ. Though the garden itself is quite simple and small, only with rocks and white gravel, it can give you philosophical and spiritual inspiration.
50 minutesKinkakuji Temple
This famous Zen temple is an icon of Samurai culture. Although it is a very popular tourist destination, the unique sight of the Golden Pavilion is well worth a visit. You can get wonderful pictures of the gilded building and its beautiful appearance reflected in the pond.
50 minutesNishiki Market Shopping District
The Nishiki market, which has been popular with the people of Kyoto for 400 years, has 126 shops lined up in a 390-meter long street. Kyoto’s peculiar vegetables and pickles are sold and you can taste some. Let’s enjoy the walk while imagining the eating habits of the people of Kyoto.
40 minutes
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Professional Guide
Exclusions
- PublicTransportation Fare
- Ryoanji Temple
- Meals
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Quite a bit of walking involved
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.