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Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

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Joined 2025

Yuka M.

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Kyoto

English, Japanese (Native)

4 hours

Private tour (only you and Yuka M.)

Up to 15 people

This private half-day tour is fully customized to your interestsーwhether you'd like to visit iconic landmarks, explore charming local neighborhoods, or discover hidden gems known only to residents.

Send me a message, and I'll create a personalized itinerary based on your preferences, ensuring a seamless and meaningful experience in a limited time.

Perfect for travelers who want an intimate curated introduction to Kyoto's culture, history, and everyday beauty.

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your Hotel/Accommodation in Kyoto

- Your Hotel/Accommodation in Kyoto - I'll meet you at your hotel/accommodation, if there's no preference on meeting place.

09:30 AM

Golden Pavilion(Kinkaku Temple)

Kinkaku Temple, or the Golden Pavilion, is a stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.

It reflects beautifully in the pond and is one of Kyoto's most iconic sights.

11:00 AM

Ryoan Temple

Ryoan Temple's garden is one of the most famous Japanese garden in the world. This Zen garden is made of only white pebbles, stones, rocks, and moss. It represents nature without using any water.

12:00 PM

Arashiyama area: Bamboo Forest

Arashiyama is a scenic area in western Kyoto known for its beautiful riverside views and lush mountains.

The Bamboo Forest is the most famous spotーwalking through the tall, swaying bamboo feels magical.

Western Kyoto was a peaceful cottage country for the aristocrats and priests. Even today, it's a peaceful place that shows a very natural side of Kyoto.

Ending Point

Your Hotel/Accommodation or any places on your request

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

What‘s not included

Public Transportation fee(460yen per person)

Taxi fare(if you prefer a taxi)

Admission fees to temples or sights if necessary(400~1000yen per person)

Meals during the tour

Tour Important Information

This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

For groups of seven or more guests, your tour will be hosted by me and additional support guide to ensure a smooth and fully personalized experience.

My schedule varies often but I'm flexible.

Please send me a message when dates on calendar don't work for you, I might be able to adjust.

Important message from the supplier

My schedule varies often but I'm flexible.

Please send me a message when dates on calendar don't work for you, I might be able to adjust.

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 2025

Yuka M.

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Yuka M.

Hello! I'm Yuka.

I was born and raised in Kyoto through and through. I know Kyoto inside and out.

I am a Kyoto City Certified Interpreter Guide. I want visitors to truly experience and understand the city where I was born and raised.

With many years in customer service, I take pride in my communication skills and hospitality.

Having studied in U.S.,I enjoy cultural exchanges and connecting with people from different backgrounds.

I also love sharing Japanese cuisine-how to make it and the culture behind it-so I can guide you through Kyoto's groumet scene in depth.

Come and enojoy Kyoto through the eyes of a local!