In this tour I will take you to Higashiyama area, the eastern part of the city. Higashiyama is the most traditional area in Kyoto. We will visit Kiyomizudera Temple, Nanzenji Temple and the Geisha quater called Gion.
Your hotel in Kyoto or JR Central Gate of Kyoto Station
World heritage site. On the way to the temple you will walk along the slopes with traditional shops and cafes on both sides. The temple's main hall houses several Buddhist gods. The view from the platform projecting over a cliff is breathtaking.
The highest ranked Zen temple in Kyoto. It has one of the biggest temple gates and a beautiful Zen dry garden.
Traditional area where Geisha and younger Maiko hold court. If you are lucky you may encounter them in beautiful Kimono.
Last destination or your hotel in Kyoto
Guide Fee,
Hotel pick-up in Kyoto
Transportation fees for you and guide,
Entrance fees for you,
Lunch for you and guide
I will pick you up at your hotel in Kyoto or at Kyoto Station. I normally use public transportation, but taxis can be used at your request.
There will be a lot of walking especially around Kiyomizudera. If you prefer to visit Ginkakuji Temple, another world heritage site, I can replace it with Nanzenji Temple.
We will have a lunch break during the tour.
I accept a tour request until 2 days prior to the tour date and a group of 2 persons up to 10 persons.
“Kyoto 9 Hour Tour on April 14”
We recently booked Mari for a shore excursion from Osaka to Kyoto. Despite our numerous questions prior to the trip, she was always very patient in her responses. Through her thoughtful planning, our party of 6 got to experience travelling via a variety of local transportation and navigated the busy tourist areas with ease. We would not hesitate to recommend Mari and would book her again if we visited Osaka/Kyoto/Kobe (her home town) again. Thank you Mari!
Mari N.
(126 reviews)Dear Chris, Thank you so much for your kind review. I had such an enjoyable group and had fun myself. It was my pleasure answering your questions. I hope to see you again in the near future! Mari
“Very pleasant day in Kobe”
Mari knows Kobe well and shared a very pleasant day with us visiting the Nunobiki herb garden, Kitano Foreign Residence Area, lunch at lovely teppanyaki restaurant and a visit to the very peaceful Sorakuen Japanese Garden. Thank you for a lovely day, Hedi and Bruce.
Mari N.
(126 reviews)Thank you so much for taking time to write a Kobe tour review. I also had a wonderful time with you and Hedi. Regards, Mari
“Interesting and enjoyable day in Osaka”
Thank you very much for an interesting and enjoyable day in Osaka. We enjoyed the historical sites of Osaka castle, Shitennoji temple and the Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, as well as Namba and the Dotomnori markets. And your choice for lunch was excellent, thank you. We are very much looking forward to our next visit with you. All the best, Hedi and Bruce.
Mari N.
(126 reviews)Thank you very much for your thoughtful comments. I was so thankful for showing your interest in our history. I’m also happy to know you enjoyed our local food! Best regards, Mari