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A Wonderful day in Marvelous Autumn World

Tofukuji-temple

Ginkakuji-temple

Zenrinji-temple

A Wonderful day in Marvelous Autumn World

Day Trip

Joined 2018

Tomoe S.

4.94 / 5

(165 reviews)

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Kyoto

Japanese (Native), English

7 hours

Private tour (only you and Tomoe S.)

Up to 6 people

In this tour, we will visit two famous(so famous!) temples which have gorgeours colored maple leaves early in the morning, and after lunch, we will visit Ginkakuji Temple. Meeting time should be at 7:30~8:00 at your hotel(in Kyoto) or JR Kyoto Station. 'The early bird gets the worm.' We should start early and enjoy the marvelous world before so many people come. (Even if we arrive at Tofukuji Temple at 8:30, we will find many people there!)

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

07:30 AM

Meeting Point

7:30 at your hotel in Kyoto or 8:00 at JR Kyoto station

Eikando(Zenrinji): This temple has another name,'Eikando of autumn leaves'. You can enjoy walking around the garden filled with beautiful as many as 3000 colored maple leaves.

Tofukuji: This temple is one of the 'Five most important Zen temples in Kyoto.' A view from Tsutenkyo bridge is so famous.

Ginkakuji: The two-storied pavillion is modeled after the Golden Pavillion (Kinkakuji), however, no silver is used for this temple. The modest appearance and beautiful sand garden represent traditional Japanese beauty of 'Wabi-sabi.'

Ending Point

the gate of GInkakuji (I will show you how to go back to your hotel)

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick up in Kyoto

What‘s not included

transportation fee (you and guide), lunch (you and guide), entrance fee (you and guide)

Tour Important Information

* I'm very sorry, however, there are many steps inside of Eikando (Zenrinji), so, if you need to use a wheelchair, I recommend you to walk around only in the garden.

* There are many people visiting Kyoto during this period. Please find your hotel and book a room earlier.

*The time when Japanese maple leaves turn into red depends on each year. (Ususally around November 15 to the end of November.)

*This tour is available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday this year. As for tours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, please send me a mail and ask.

This tour is available on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday this year. As for this tour, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, please ask me early.

Important message from the supplier

If you book me early, I can exchange mails with you many times to know what you want to do in details, collect information and prepare a lot for your plan. Please don't hesitate to ask me anything in advance.

I can guide you in the morning almost every day.(from 8:30 or 9:00 AM till 13:00 or 13:30PM)

This year, in case of the full day tour, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, are available.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2018

Tomoe S.

4.94 / 5

(165 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Tomoe S.

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.

Reviews

Jasmin L.

5 / 5

Apr 18, 2026

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