Essential Kyoto: Half-Day Adventure
Joined 2025
Embark on a journey through Fushimi Inari Taisha where the spiritual Torii gates weave a path through sacred forest trails.
Stroll the streets of Gion District the legendary Geisha Quarter while making way toward the hidden Power Spot and absorb its mystical energy.
Take the plunge atop the Kiyomizu-dera Temple of Pure Water offering breathtaking panoramic views of Kyoto.
Transport back into time through the maze of Historical Whispers and finish at Yasaka-jinja the Guardian Shrine of Gion.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Kyoto Station Central Gate
- JR Kyoto Station Central Gate Look for your tour guide with a sign. Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to allow for introductions.
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Embark on a journey through Fushimi Inari Taisha where the spiritual Torii gates weave a path through sacred forest trails.
Gion District
Stroll the streets of Gion District the legendary Geisha Quarter while making way toward the hidden Power Spot and absorb its mystical energy.
Kiyomizu-dera
Take the plunge atop the Kiyomizu-dera Temple of Pure Water offering breathtaking panoramic views of Kyoto.
Yasaka-jinja
Transport back into time through the maze of Historical Whispers and finish at Yasaka-jinja the Guardian Shrine of Gion.
Ending Point
Yasaka-jinja
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide Fee
Public Transportation
Entrance Fees
Food & Drinks
Souvenirs
Gratuities
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 has limited wheelchair access.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Tour is also available in Spanish
Important message from the supplier
Flexible schedule all week from 10AM to 8PM
Notifications in advance are preferred to adjust time slots accordingly.
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
About Tour Guide Marcelo M.
Maru is from San Diego California. Has been in Japan over a decade. Maru has come for the love of video games and anime. Enticed by the beauty of Japanese art. Maru is happy to share Japanese food and quirky cultural differences to take unique memories back home.
Maru es de San Diego California. Lleva en Japón más de una década. Maru llegó por su amor a los video juegos y el anime. Seducido por la belleza del arte Japonés, está feliz de compartir la comida Japonesa y las peculiares diferencias culturales para que puedan llevarse recuerdos únicos a casa.
$118/ per group
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