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Kyoto Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Kyoto, Japan with a Local Guide

Popular Kyoto Tour Guides

Shiga Tour Guide - Nori I.

Nori I.

5.00 / 5
(6 reviews)
Japan

I have lived in the US, UK, and India for approximately 20 years, and I’ve also traveled to many other countries. Living abroad for such a long time made me realize Japan’s value and sparked my interest in working as a translator/guide for foreigners. I’m truly passionate about introducing people to historical sites, authentic Japanese culture, and stunning natural spots that may not be widely known to people outside of Japan. There are countless places that I believe people would love. Originally from Nagoya, I cover areas around the city and the Kansai region including Kyoto, Shiga and Mie. I’m here to ensure your trip to Japan becomes an unforgettable memory. Looking forward to meeting you!                                                                                                                                 

Shiga Tour Guide - Koichi W.

Koichi W.

4.94 / 5
(49 reviews)
Japan

Hi! I'm Koichi. I was born in Osaka, I studied in Kyoto when I was a university student. Now I live in Shiga next to Kyoto. I am a national government licensed tour guide. I have been guiding about 160 groups over the past twelve months. I usually guide my customers mainly in Kansai region including Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe and Shiga by public transportation systems. Well, I am curious about Japanese history, especially the history of Japan's ancient times since I was raised next to the world biggest mausoleum of the ancient Emperor called "Nintoku" in Sakai city Osaka which has just become one of the world cultural heritage sites. I dug out some ancient earthen ware vessels around there when I was a primary school student like the adventure archaeologist “Indiana Jones" (It’s our secret!!). That was my hobby. Now, one of my hobbies is outdoor activities such as mountaineering, kayaking, skiing and others. So I would like to take you to some good places where you can enjoy Japanese unique nature. I love to guide foreign visitors from all over the world. I think it is my calling or heavenly given job. Let's go and enjoy together! I hope to see you soon.                                                                                                                                 

Wakayama Tour Guide - Hiroyuki T.

Hiroyuki T.

4.95 / 5
(91 reviews)
Japan

Hi! I had been working for Wakayama Prefectural Government for 38 years, mainly in the field of cultural heritage management and international relations. I am a national certificated English guide and I have a lot of knowledge and experience in the field of cultural heritage management and international relations. I am very good at cultural heritages. And Koyasan and Kumano in Wakayama Prefecture are inscribed in the World Heritage List as parts of “Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range". I was a project manager of "the Koyasan and Kumano World Heritage Inscription Project” at Wakayama Prefectural Government. I know inside and out of Koyasan, Kumano, Wakayama and other places in the Kansai area. I have a lot of experience of guiding as I was also in charge of international relations for a long time at the government. I will be able to provide interpretive guiding service for you around Koyasan, Wakayama, Osaka and other places in the Kansai area as I am a cultural heritage management and international relations professional. I am sure you will be able to get deeper understandings on Japanese culture and that your trip with me will be memorable one.                                                                                                                                  

Kyoto Tour Guide - Yoshihisa T.

Yoshihisa T.

4.97 / 5
(187 reviews)
Japan

Hi. My name is Yoshihisa. Call me "Yoshie", please. It means good or O.K. in Japanese. I live in Joyo City, Kyoto Prefecture, located just in between Kyoto and Nara. I was born and raised in Iga, Mie Prefecture. Iga is a birthplace of ninja and a renowned haiku poet, Matsuo Basho. I might be a descendant of ninja. I aim at becoming a linguistic ninja, following a part of Basho's lifestyle with the incorporation of seasonal changes into my tours. In addition to visiting famous temples and shrines, I invite you to lesser-known places of historic interest. Once in a month I go hiking or mountain climbing with some friends mainly in mountains surrounding Kyoto and Nara basins. Recently I have got intrigued by the charms of Buddhist statues, which are manifestations of people's wishes and prayers. I also like izakaya (Japanese-style taverns) hopping, tasting delicious dishes and locally brewed sake at reasonable prices. Especially I like communicating with people from home and abroad, talking face to face. Some of the above-mentioned elements are included in my walking tours. I hope you will discover new aspects of cultural and natural beauty in Kansai area through one of my tours which you could never gain otherwise. One of my favorite phrases that come from Zen Buddhism is Ichigo Ichie or this meeting-but only once in a lifetime. My interpretation goes this way: This place and this moment never cross again. Each and every good encounter, however, lingers on like the sound of a temple bell. Won't you explore a deeper world of Japanese culture in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka with me?                                                                                                                                  

Nara Tour Guide - Yasuhisa K.

Yasuhisa K.

4.93 / 5
(14 reviews)
Japan

I have worked in the multi-national organizations including UN agency for around 30 years and stationed at various cities including Rome, Bangkok and Hanoi. Although I have retired from those international carriers, I wish to keep the international cooperation and develop the friendship with people who visits our country. As I like history and am practicing Noh song and wood curving of Buddha images, I have decided to live in Nara where is surrounded by many historical places and traditional cultures, when I returned back to Japan in 2017. I wish to offer you custom made trip ideas to be able to enjoy the atmosphere of old city, Nara. I am also planning to develop trip plans to enjoy the local cultures. Please call me Yasu.                                                                                                                                 

Nara Tour Guide - Makoto Y.

Makoto Y.

4.96 / 5
(94 reviews)
Japan

Hello, I’m Makoto (Mac) and I'm a national-licensed tour guide. My previous career as an automotive engineer, gave me the opportunity to learn English and to live in the US, Germany, and England. After I retired, I learned more about the Japanese history especially focusing on Nara and Kyoto to become a historical specialist of the Nara area. I now live in Ikaruga town in Nara prefecture, where the UNESCO World Heritage, Horyuji temple is located. I regularly offer guides on the Fujinoki tumulus, which is located near the Horyuji temple. It contains very interesting Archaeological findings from the end of the Kofun Period. Recently, there are many foreign tourists who come to Japan, and I hope they enjoy learning about the culture and history of Japan. I would like to help tourists have a broader and deeper understanding of the Japanese culture and that is the reason why I decided to become a tour guide to help and support their experience in Japan. Nara is the place where Japan started. The capital was located in Asuka, Fujiwara and Nara before it moved to Kyoto. Therefore, there are many places to visit in Nara to trace the original history of Japan, which I have a depth of knowledge. Let’s explore the roots of Japan together!!                                                                                                                                 

Osaka Tour Guide - Atsuko T.

Atsuko T.

4.95 / 5
(42 reviews)
Japan

Hello. My name is Atsuko.I'm a licensed tour guide in Japan. I have lived in Osaka since I was born. I have guided many tourists all over the world as a volunteer for 6 years. I like showing my tourists my favorite places in Japan and talking with them. Osaka, where I was born and raised, is famous for foods, modern and ancient cultures. Nara and Kyoto, which are neighboring places, were ancient capitals in Japan. I'm happy to visit those places with you.                                                                                                                                 

Shiga Tour Guide - Tomoe S.

Tomoe S.

4.93 / 5
(98 reviews)
Japan

Hello! My name is Tomoe. I'm a national licensed guide interpreter(English). I made my page here, TripleLights in October 2018. Thank you for finding me. I was born and grew up in Otsu,Shiga, which is the next city of Kyoto. I graduated from the university in Kyoto and lived there for four years due to my husband's job. I like history and like to visit temples in Nara. My hobby is to plan trips and have visited many cities and towns in Japan and abroad. One of my favorite places is the AIRPORT!! I have enjoyed meeting and guiding people from abroad, to sightseeing spots in my country. I really want many people from abroad to enjoy visiting many places and have wonderful experiences in my country. I'll be really happy if I can have such experiences with you!! Please tell and ask me if there are any places which you want to visit and anything which you want to do in my country. I'll plan the trip only for you. I am cheerful and always positive. I like to talk with people. I would like to talk with many people from many countries. Please tell me about your country, too!! I'm looking forward to seeing you!! * If you want, I will take you back to your hotel (within the time or with the extra hourly rate) Or, I will show you how to go back to your hotel when we finish the tour. * If you want, I will give you some advice about what to and where to eat your lunch/dinner.                                                                                                                                 

New Kyoto Tour Guides

Kyoto Tour Guide - Masayuki I.

Masayuki I.

Japan

My name is Masayuki currently living in Kyoto. Everyone casually calls me Massy. I grew up in a bilingual ( English / Japanese ) background. I am a new entry in here, but I am already very well experienced in hosting and guiding. I was in Canada and U.S. I once took a leading role of an international community as well as being an English teacher. I like to explore things to discover all the hidden beauties and treasures off the beaten path and share with others. I would only show you to the places you really need a guide with no information in English. If you are interested in things truly unique known only to the locals, I am the one. I like to explore in nature and show my footsteps to everyone to discover new hidden ground. It is almost my natural instinct to avoid crowd. I am not into ordinary tourism of Kyoto because I don't want to be another one of them doing the same guide in Kyoto. I am sorry to say that I do not like to visit noisy crowded places like " you-know-what Inari also known as one of the worst attractions in Japan. I will honestly tell you from what time to what time bamboo forest is not as beautiful as you imagine. I want to show you to a true state of sacred and beauty which is unharmed by commercialization. In Kyoto I mostly write about places never been introduced in English. I am not a licensed tour guide interpreter, but I have different field of knowledge to introduce things. I am more of an English-hosting guide without strict business manner. I am a professional in writing introduction pages mainly for north parts of Kyoto in English. I would like to take you to some adventurous tour while I am still active enough to do this. The courses are my own creation since I am the original one to write in English. I am a very open and friendly person who can communicate in English nearly as good as a native speaker. My wife is from Ukraine often assisting me to host my guests.                                                                                                                                  

Osaka Tour Guide - Kazuyoshi M.

Kazuyoshi M.

Japan

I am a guide working mainly in Osaka and Kyoto. I can provide travel guidance to places where foreigners do not usually go. I can also guide you to places popular among foreigners if you want to visit them. I have lived in Osaka for 7 years, so I am a specialist in sightseeing in Osaka. I can also guide sightseeing in Kyoto, as it is my favorite city to visit. I look forward to having an enjoyable trip with you.                                                                                                                                 

Kyoto Tour Guide - Roberto A.

Roberto A.

Japan

Experience the essence of Kyoto and its captivating culture on my essential walking tour. Immerse yourself in the heart of this beautiful city and gain a profound understanding of its rich heritage. I'm a licensed National Tour Conductor with 26 years living in Japan.                                                                                                                                 

Kyoto Tour Guide - Minori U.

Minori U.

Japan

Hello I'm Minori. Kyoto is a popular destination so you might look for deeper place of it. My area is Yamashina, where you pass when traveling Shiga. It has beautiful mountains and water, also its temples and shrines are less crowded. It's a good place for those who have visited famous sites already. I used to work at travel agency so I had chances to company a group tour with a guide and it was an amazing experience that I could see people actually having a fun. I also worked in a hotel and learned how important hospitality is to make guests feel comfortable. I teach kids English so I would like to show them how rewarding and proud it is to show people around our beautiful countries, and English would be helpful in many ways. Let’s go and see beautiful Kyoto and experience some of the best attractions here with me!                                                                                                                                 

Osaka Tour Guide - Reiko N.

Reiko N.

Japan

Hi, my name is Reiko. Ciao, tutti! Sono Reiko, sono guida turistica autorizzata in Giappone.Possiamo visitare zona Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe e etc.... Potete avere l'esperienza straordinaria con me. Vi aspetto in Giappone. I am National Licensed Guide, Italian language. I speak also English. I know very well, most popular place and nice food.....                                                                                                                                  

Kyoto Tour Guide - Eco H.

Eco H.

Japan

Eco has called Kyoto his home for the last 7 years, and now he hopes to share with you all he has learned of this wonderful city and the surrounding area. Recent graduate with a background in Japanese history and religion, he is now a professor a university in nearby Kobe city. Therefore, if you are particularly interested in learning more about the history and culture of Kyoto he can provide exciting narratives to go along with visiting the delightful sites. Throughout his time in Kyoto he has been working as a guide for numerous organisations, including guiding around Japanese tourists visiting Kyoto, and has provided many with a unique view of the city.                                                                                                                                 

Kyoto Tour Guide - Yuta I.

Yuta I.

5.00 / 5
(13 reviews)
Japan

Hi, my name is Yuta! I want to show you my city Kyoto and its culture, food and history in a funny way! I can speak English and German. I love travelling myself and especially with the help of a local. So I want to become your local Kyoto friend and show you the city how I see it!                                                                                                                                  

Hyogo Tour Guide - Kiyoshi U.

Kiyoshi U.

Japan

Hello everyone! I’m Kiyoshi 36-year-old Japanese man. I love ONE PIECE,NARUTO and love drinking with friends of many different backgrounds around the globe. I’d love to show you what Japan really is like and I d also like to help to communicate with local young guys and senior gentlemen and ladies. Let’s get together to enjoy real Japan                                                                                                                                 

Popular Kyoto Private Tours

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1 day special customized tour in Kyoto

Kyoto
7 hours

Kyoto has many beautiful places to visit. I especially would like to take you to the most exciting spots in Kyoto in 1 day. Please pick a few of the options from the following sightseeing places and I will take you as many places as possible at a reasonable price.

FROM$207/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Toshiyo O.
Toshiyo O.
4.67 / 5
(235 reviews)
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My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour

Kyoto
8 hours

This tour is designed for those who would like to visit major scenic sites in Kyoto and off-the-beaten spots as well in a single day. The route is the one that has been favored and admired by many of my guests for the past few years. The itinerary mainly consists of three areas; Kitayama, Arashiyama and Fushimi areas. You will surely have unforgettable memories through the tour with me.

FROM$213/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Yoshihisa T.
Yoshihisa T.
4.97 / 5
(187 reviews)
Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialitiescover image

Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialities

Kyoto
8 hours

This tour covers 3 must-see sites and Nishiki Market. You can experience the most renownd sites such as the Golden Pavilion, the rockGarden at Ryo-anji Temple where you may find an elegant beauty in its simplicity Nijo-castle ,the luxurious palace of the Tokugawa Shoguns. Sanjyu-sangendo is one of the three must -see sightseeing spots in kyoto.The thousand life-size statues and the Principal statue( height 3.5 meters) lining along the longest corrider in Japan , with a length of 120meters or 390 feet make you feel like you are in a forest of Buddhas! Every one who visits this temple says " Woow ! , It's amazing ! It's awesome ! It's awful ! " . Lastly visit Nishiki Market,where you can enjoy Kyoto’s specialities such as charming sweets , high quality tohu and Sake etc.

FROM$116/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Hiroshi Y.
Hiroshi Y.
4.66 / 5
(306 reviews)
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The tour covers 4 must-see sites in Kyoto

Kyoto
8 hours

This tour covers 4 must-see sightseeing spots in Kyoto. Firstly, we visit Fushimi Inari Shrine. If you walk through in the countless Trii-gates in the late evening , you must be feeling getting into a mysterious world. Sanjyu-sangendo temple where you can see the magnificient main statue and one thousand life sized Kannon statues. Every people says " I'ts awesome !" "I am in a forest of Buddha!!" Kiyomizudera-temple is one of the most oldest and famous temples in Kyoto. About 4mllion tourists visit this temple every year ! Lastly, we visit Nijyo-jyo Castle where you can enjoy the finest architecture and artworks and Shogun's private life in the Edo period. them we head for Gion area or flower town . If you have a good chance, you can meet a Maiko-san or a Geisya-san walking around the town.

FROM$116/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Hiroshi Y.
Hiroshi Y.
4.66 / 5
(306 reviews)
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Your most memorable tour in Kyoto

Kyoto
8 hours

Kyoto is an ancient capital that has existed for over 1000 years. There are many shrines and temples, and you can also see traditional Japanese culture such as tea ceremony and flower arrangement. You can also see the beautiful scenery that will take your breath away. Please feel Kyoto, which can be said to be the origin of Japan, with all five senses.

FROM$207/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Kazuhiko G.
Kazuhiko G.
4.74 / 5
(160 reviews)
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Your very own Kyoto Tour!

Kyoto
7 hours 30 min

This tour is the one and only for you. Kyoto was an ancient capital of Japan for over 1200 years. Embedded in centuries of history and culture, it offers too much to see in one visit. Here the ancient world is integrated with the modern. The phenomenal concentration of history and legend coexists with an equally phenomenal concentration of people busily going about their everyday life. Please tell me your interest, and I will make an itinerary exclusively for you!

FROM$421/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Masaki M.
Masaki M.
4.98 / 5
(159 reviews)
Half day special customized tour in Kyotocover image

Half day special customized tour in Kyoto

Kyoto
4 hours

This is a half-day tour for the people who would like to visit Kyoto in a limited time. Please pick one or two sightseeing places from the following list and I will take you there at a reasonable price.

FROM$116/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Toshiyo O.
Toshiyo O.
4.67 / 5
(235 reviews)
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6hour Kyoto exciting private tour

Kyoto
6 hours

概要 You can experience both temples and shrines as well as visit beautiful Japanese bamboo grove and gardens. With my help, you will be able to understand Japanese culture and food. I will take you to these places by public transportation. Such transportation costs about 1000yen for 1 day. It is your own tour. You can stay in the place you like as long as you want to, taking pictures and enjoying

FROM$155/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Toshiyo O.
Toshiyo O.
4.67 / 5
(235 reviews)

New Kyoto Private Tours

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Walking Tour of Kiyotaki to Takao ( hidden course of Kyoto from Arashiyama to north )

Kyoto
6 hours 20 min

This is a guide course of visiting Takao from north part of Arashiyama through Toriimoto and Kiyotaki. We'll start from walking through an area with a historical landscape before heading toward mountainous area to walk on a riverside trail. It is a beautiful combination of history and nature.

FROM$291/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Masayuki I.
Masayuki I.
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Hozukyo Walking Guide Tour to Mizuo ( hidden course of Kyoto north-west of Arashiyama )

Kyoto
8 hours

This is a guide course of visiting Mizuo from north part of Arashiyama through Toriimoto and Kiyotaki. This is the most high-end English guided tour I have. You will have a very unique experience that no others have the same because I am the only one and the very first person who wrote detailed information of this area in English. Even many locals living in Kyoto do not know of this way of visiting Mizuo from a trail. This is a beautiful trail goes along river of Kiyotaki and Hozukyo.

FROM$388/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Masayuki I.
Masayuki I.
Let's visit famous places in Kyoto together!cover image

Let's visit famous places in Kyoto together!

Kyoto
8 hours

Firstly, we visit Fushimi Inari Shrine. If you walk through in the countless Trii-gates in the late evening , you must be feeling getting into a mysterious world. Sanjyu-sangendo temple where you can see the magnificient main statue and one thousand life sized Kannon statues. Every people says " I'ts amazing !" Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka are full of delicious food. Kiyomizudera-temple is one of the most oldest and famous temples in Kyoto. About 5mllion tourists visit this temple every year !

FROM$194/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Kazuyoshi M.
Kazuyoshi M.
Toriimoto walking tour & secret waterfall ( hidden course of Kyoto north of Arashiyama )cover image

Toriimoto walking tour & secret waterfall ( hidden course of Kyoto north of Arashiyama )

Kyoto
6 hours

We will take a walking tour of northern part of Arashiyama district called Toriimoto which has a historical landscape. This tour involves a small hiking to visit a sacred training ground of Buddhism where monks practice Takigyo which is a practice of meditation to stand under a waterfall. We'll also make a stop at a real hidden spot even many locals do not know of.

FROM$239/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Masayuki I.
Masayuki I.
Kyoto Golden Pavilion & Nijo Castle. 2 UNESCO World Heritage. Half day tour.cover image

Kyoto Golden Pavilion & Nijo Castle. 2 UNESCO World Heritage. Half day tour.

Kyoto
4 hours

Join our exclusive tour designed for those eager to explore two major scenic sites in Kyoto: (1.) The Golden Pavilion, a renowned temple adorned with real gold, (2.) and the historically rich Nijo Castle. As we delve into the history of powerful shoguns, samurais, and the struggles for power, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Additionally, we'll visit a charming temple said to be the origin of Kyoto. Get ready to create unforgettable memories as we embark on this immersive journey together.

FROM$161/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Roberto A.
Roberto A.
Kyoto Painting & Marketcover image

Kyoto Painting & Market

Kyoto
4 hours

Enjoy walking Nishiki market, Kyoto's kitchin and painting workshop combining two traditional techniques of Kyoto: Yuzen-zome and Tarashikomi. In this experience, you are provided with a pre-drawn shikishi paper board and color it with pigment produced by Uebae-so. Uebae-so has a long history of more than 270 years.

FROM$116/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Minori U.
Minori U.
BELISSIMA KYOTO Giro Citta'cover image

BELISSIMA KYOTO Giro Citta'

Kyoto
7 hours

Kyoto era l'antica capitale 1200 anni fa, e' veramente bella e affascinante. Vi portera' in alcuni dei luoghi piu' belli e famosi di Kyoto. Il giro citta' e' solo voi, posso farlo come volete.

FROM$342/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Reiko N.
Reiko N.
Zuishin-in Temple: Rain Priest and Poetess Onocover image

Zuishin-in Temple: Rain Priest and Poetess Ono

Kyoto
1 hour 30 min

Zuishin-in temple is located in Yamashina area of Kyoto. This hidden place is quiet and literally hidden that even Kyoto locals may not notice the existence of it. Tour will take you from Ono station to the temple and you'll get to know the story a famous poetess who lived in Heian period (794-1185).

FROM$32/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Minori U.
Minori U.

Popular Kyoto Private Cars

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Kyoto sightseeing with a private chartered van (1-12pax)

Kyoto
8 hours

You can plan to visit several places around Kyoto within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 12 people and our service is available for 24h!

FROM$549/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Van transportation M.
Van transportation M.
4.48 / 5
(153 reviews)
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Kyoto and Osaka sightseeing with a private van (1-12pax)

Kyoto
8 hours

You can plan to visit several places around Kyoto and Osaka within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 12 people and our service is available for 24h!

FROM$549/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Van transportation M.
Van transportation M.
4.48 / 5
(153 reviews)
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Kyoto 8-Hour Tour with a Private Car

Kyoto
8 hours

Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.

FROM$354/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Tr taxi R.
Tr taxi R.
4.86 / 5
(200 reviews)
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Kyoto 4-Hour Tour with a Private Car

Kyoto
4 hours

Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food. Please choose the itinerary from A or B.

FROM$241/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Tr taxi R.
Tr taxi R.
4.86 / 5
(200 reviews)
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Kyoto 1Day Tour

Kyoto
10 hours

Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is a captivating city that boasts a rich history and an abundance of cultural landmarks. With its traditional temples, serene gardens, and picturesque streets, Kyoto offers visitors a glimpse into the country's fascinating past. This enchanting city is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking an authentic Japanese experience.

FROM$484/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Soq J.
Soq J.
4.93 / 5
(15 reviews)
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Kyoto and Nara sightseeing with a private van (1-12pax)

Kyoto
8 hours

You can plan to visit several places around Kyoto and Nara within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 12 people and our service is available for 24h!

FROM$549/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Van transportation M.
Van transportation M.
4.48 / 5
(153 reviews)
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Private Transfer between KIX Airport and hotel in Kyoto

Kyoto
1 hour 30 min

This is a private van transfer service between kansai international Airport and your hotel in Kyoto. Our van can accommodate a group of up to 12 people and our service is available for 24h. If you are looking for a convenient charter service for your tour group, this is the right choice!

FROM$355/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Van transportation M.
Van transportation M.
4.48 / 5
(153 reviews)
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Kyoto 4-Hour Tour with a Private Car

Kyoto
4 hours

Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food. Please choose the itinerary from A or B.

FROM$191/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Tr taxi R.
Tr taxi R.
4.86 / 5
(200 reviews)

Day Trips from Kyoto

Kyoto Tour Reviews

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Susan Z.

5 / 5
Apr 23, 2024

Discover Kyoto Half-day Private Tour

Kyoto
5 hours

Wonderful tour to introduce us to Kyoto

We were very impressed with our half-day tour with Taka. We were able to see major temples and neighborhoods. Taka is an excellent guide. He was informative and provided context for each site without over loading us with information. I highly recommend this tour.

R

Robert K.

5 / 5
Apr 22, 2024

Your most memorable tour in Kyoto

Kyoto
8 hours

Very informative tour

Our tour with Kazu was excellent, his knowledge was very evident as he explained the various traditions etc. about Japan and the Japanese way of life. Highly recommended. The tea ceremony was excellent.

Robert K.

Hello, Thank you for the nice review. I apologize for not having enough time to say goodbye to you after the tour. But I am very happy that you enjoyed the tea ceremony. I had a great time too. I hope this tour will be one of your most memorable tours in Japan. Thank you very much!!

P

Patrick B.

5 / 5
Apr 22, 2024

My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour

Kyoto
8 hours

Very impressive Knowledge about Kyoto‘s history

We had a great day with him. We learnt a lot and are very happy to have him tomorrow again.

Patrick B.

Hi Patrick. Thank you very much for such a quick review for today's tour. I really had a pleasant time guiding and talking with you two. I am glad that I can guide you tomorrow, too. Have a good night! Yoshie

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