Discover Kyoto’s must-sees and hidden gems with a local guide. Experience the city’s vibrant culture, history, and beauty on a personalized tour.
Discover Kyoto’s must-sees and hidden gems with a local guide. Experience the city’s vibrant culture, history, and beauty on a personalized tour.
- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Wander along the famous trail of thousands of red torii gates that weave through the sacred Mount Inari. Even halfway up, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views. Look out for fox statues, which serve as guardians representing Inari, the deity of rice and sake. Note: This personalized experience may feature different…
- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Wander along the famous trail of thousands of red torii gates that weave through the sacred Mount Inari. Even halfway up, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views. Look out for fox statues, which serve as guardians representing Inari, the deity of rice and sake. Note: This personalized experience may feature different locations selected by your host based on your interests.
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple - After exploring one of Kyoto’s most renowned temples, Kiyomizudera, immerse yourself in the charm of Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district, known for its narrow lanes, wooden buildings, and traditional shops and cafes. Note: This personalized tour may include various destinations tailored to your preferences by your host.
- Yasaka Shrine - With a history spanning over 1350 years, Yasaka Shrine serves as the protector of Kyoto’s Gion entertainment district and is especially famous for its lively summer festival, the Gion Matsuri (July). Note: This personalized tour may feature different destinations based on your interests, chosen by your host.
- Gion - Discover Kyoto’s famous Geisha district! Be sure to visit Hanami-koji street and the scenic Shimbashi area, where traditional wooden houses host high-end restaurants, cafes, and tea houses. Note: This personalized tour may include various destinations selected according to your preferences by your host.
- Arashiyama - Located in Sagano village on Kyoto’s western side, the path through the Arashiyama bamboo grove offers a magical journey. The light filtering through the bamboo creates an almost otherworldly atmosphere on the forest floor. For the best experience, enter the grove through the side gate of Tenryu-ji Temple, which features stunning cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant maple leaves in autumn. Note: This personalized experience may include different locations chosen by your host based on your interests.

- Pick up directly at your hotel
- Completely customizable tour
- 5 hours with a Local Host
- Pick up directly at your hotel
- Completely customizable tour
- 5 hours with a Local Host
- Entrance fees for paid venues
- Transportation (bus and subway when used)
- Entrance fees for paid venues
- Transportation (bus and subway when used)
Eager to explore Kyoto in your own style? This private tour is customized to match your interests, whether you are fascinated by traditional temples, serene backstreets, or Kyoto’s distinctive blend of the ancient and modern.
What to Expect:
- Personalized itinerary – From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to tranquil traditional neighborhoods, tailored to…
Eager to explore Kyoto in your own style? This private tour is customized to match your interests, whether you are fascinated by traditional temples, serene backstreets, or Kyoto’s distinctive blend of the ancient and modern.
What to Expect:
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Personalized itinerary – From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to tranquil traditional neighborhoods, tailored to your preferences. Whether it’s Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizudera, Arashiyama, or Gion, the Geisha district, share your desires, and a perfect Kyoto adventure will be crafted just for you!
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Genuine local insights – The guide will provide stories, tips, and favorite spots for an enriched experience of Kyoto’s allure.
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Hassle-free – All planning is taken care of, allowing you to enjoy Kyoto at your leisure. Unsure where to start? Share your interests, and a perfect Kyoto day will be designed for you.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.