Kyoto Private Tours

“Great day in Kyoto”

Nori was a fantastic guide. We gained so much over doing it by ourselves. He added value to the experience making it mire fun and enjoyable. I highly recommend Nori and would use him again next time we are in Kyoto. The restaurant we had lunch at was one of the best meals we had on our Japan trip. Best udon we’ve ever had. (Sorry, don’t recall the name of the restaurant but it is on the main street).

Nori I.

(82 reviews)

Thanks for your kind words. I really appreciate it. I was amazed to find out so many things in common as well. You guys made me want to go back to AZ. Maybe I will do that sometime soon. Take care!

“Wonderful day with Jasmine”

We had a fantastic experience on our tour with Jasmine and highly recommend her. Her communication ahead of time was great, and she was incredibly flexible, allowing us to extend our tour to include the Nishiki Food Market. We put in almost 20,000 steps making it to all the sites (and somehow she did all of this without even breaking a sweat!), which was exactly the great, efficient pace we wanted to see a lot. Jasmine guided us through a large variety of temples and landmarks around the Gion area, always knowing the best routes to maximize our time. At the same time, she was flexible enough to allow for shopping and snack breaks for the kids, who really enjoyed having her as our guide. At our request, Jasmine answered all of our questions about Japanese culture and customs, dispelling some myths and helping us be more culturally aware and sensitive. We also appreciated the history she shared at each stop and the great spots she suggested for family photos. If you want a knowledgeable, accommodating guide for the whole family, definitely book with Jasmine.

“Positive Review for Robert K. for Kyoto Private Tour”

We thoroughly enjoyed the tour with Robert. Thanks to his Japanese studies, he had far more knowledge than other local guides we booked on our trip to Japan. The tour offered a great mix of experiences, often taking us off the beaten path (a quiet Japanese garden, small temples, markets, and specialized shops selling things like fans). It was excellent, stress-free, and provided great insights into the country and its people! Note: For tourist hotspots like Kyoto Castle, the Imperial Palace, and the Thousand Gates, you should definitely plan a separate day in Kyoto. However, it's manageable, as there are plenty of signs with explanations.

Robert K.

(11 reviews)

Thank you so so very much for the wonderful words. I am so extremely happy that you liked my tour. I hope so very much to see you again in the future!!