Kyoto Highlights: Fushimi Inari & Golden Pavilion

Discover Nara and Kyoto’s wonders in luxury. Visit Tōdai-ji, Nara Park, Fushimi Inari, and Kinkaku-ji. Immerse in Japan’s rich history and culture.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Arashiyama - Nestled in western Kyoto, Japan, Arashiyama is a charming district celebrated for its stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural history. It is most famous for the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where visitors can stroll through a captivating path flanked by towering bamboo stalks. The area also boasts the historic Tenryu-ji…
What's Included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • Pick-up options from Osaka and Nara (additional 20000 yen fee)
  • Parking Fees
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Any Special Ride or Cruise not Included in this Package
  • Admission Tickets
Additional Information

Discover the highlights of Kyoto on this engaging tour. Visit renowned landmarks such as the Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its countless red torii gates, and the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), a breathtaking Zen temple adorned with gold leaf. This tour seamlessly combines history, culture, and natural beauty, ensuring an unforgettable experience in Japan’s historic capital.

Location
Arashiyama
Ukyo-ku,
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(15 Ratings)
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Caroleharrop_t
Apr 23, 2026
A day out with Malik - We took a tour with Malik of Kyoto downtown area. I was quite demanding as we had a tour booked the next day that covered a lot of the sites he usually visits. It was heavy rain as well but we had an amazing time. He showed us the Higashiyama area before the other tourists arrived, The Emperor's Palace, and the stunning Sanjusangen Buddist temple. We had lunch in the market and then went onto The Gion Geisha area. He was knowledgeable and patient answering all of our questions about the Japanese culture. Thanks Malik for a great day.
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A_w
Apr 8, 2026
Seeing Kyoto in a Day! - Our tour was awesome! Malik made our day really good. He was very accommodating to us and our daughter. The trip was really nice in his vehicle and planned out perfectly. The highlights we saw were really really spectacular. Would repeat with him again..
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Kuldeep_m
Apr 5, 2026
Kyoto tour - Malik was great! Took us to Kyoto tour. Able to find us our required dietary restriction restaurant.
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Adventurer656581
Apr 3, 2026
Best Tour in Kyoto! - Malik, our guide did a phenomenal job! Very knowledgeable and provided us enough space to do our thing. Lots of crowds during the Cherry Blossom time. but Malik made it a great day, Highly recommend him. 10 Stars
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Leia_d
Jan 6, 2026
Wonderful tour with Shawn - The Kyoto/Nara tour with Shawn was excellent! Shawn was on time, knowledgeable about the history, traditions, and gave his opinions/options for our itinerary. The pace of the tour was perfect, and Shawn took the best photos! We couldn’t have asked for a better tour and guide. I would highly recommend this tour!
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Meghan_c
Nov 26, 2025
We had a great time,... - We had a great time, Shawn was very efficient and knowledgeable. It was raining that day and so we adjusted our schedule and he was very flexible.
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Tracey_p
Oct 5, 2025
Our guide Sunny was... - Our guide Sunny was fantastic, told us about each sites history as we arrived at each place. He showed us where to buy our tickets and where he would meet us when finished. He was very chatty.
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Rebeccah_b
Sep 27, 2025
Perfect Day Touring Kyoto and Nara with Dhanush - Perfect day touring Kyoto and Nara with Dhanush as our guide. He was fluent in English and highly knowledgeable about the culture and history of sites we visited. He was friendly and polite and individualized our tour such that we were able to see all the sites we wanted and spend as much time as we needed. He was on time, dependable, and took exceptional care of us. He was an excellent iPhone photographer who knew all the perfect spots to capture and commemorate our trip. His car was spotlessly clean, cool, and refreshing on a very hot and humid day. It was a wonderful and unforgettable day exploring Japan.
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Alexander_p
Feb 8, 2026
Good tour . - Good way to visit important sights in a short time. Unfortunately, the car was equipped with blacked-out windows, which greatly impaired lateral visibility. On such a tour you also want to perceive the surroundings.
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Shioban_l
Dec 27, 2025
Highlights of Kyoto and Nara - We had a wonderful experience on the Kyoto and Nara Customizable Private Tour with English Driver, and our guide Shan played a big part in making the day so enjoyable. Shan was extremely polite, professional, and attentive, always making sure our plans and pacing suited our needs. He communicated clearly, drove safely, and was happy to adjust the itinerary as we went along. Having such a courteous and accommodating guide made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. This private tour was a great way to explore Kyoto and Nara comfortably, and we highly recommend it.
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From $460 (Per Vehicle)
up to 6 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).