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Experience the BEST of Kyoto!
For 8 hours, we will cover the symbolic places of Kyoto city and marvel at its over 1100-year-old history, culture, traditions and food. This trip is perfect for those who want to experience this wonderful former capital of Japan with only a day or two to spare for travelling in the region.
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Higashiyama District
Let's walk in the historic district of Kyoto. We will stop at Kiyomizudera Temple → Sanenzaka & Ninenzaka slopes→ Nene-no-michi Street→Yasaka Shrine (or Gion Shrine).
Gion - home of the Geiko (Geisha)
We will take our time to enjoy the Gion area where professional artists and entertainers called geiko (geisha) and the maiko (apprentice geiko) live and work. We will get to know more about this one-of-a-kind profession in the world.
Lunch break at Nishiki Market & Teramachi Street
It is time for some delicious street food and original souvenirs from Nishiki Market and Teramachi Street! I will guide you based on your preferences to the best shops for lunch and a shopping break before continuing the journey.
Nijo Castle - Former Imperial Villa
We will enter this UNESCO World Heritage Site composed of Honmaru and Ninomaru palaces and gardens. Our visit will be mainly at Ninomaru - the palace that was the residence of the 1st Edo-period shogun - Tokugawa Ieyasu - during his rare visits to Kyoto. We will have the chance to see his private quarters, office, waiting and audience rooms for the feudal lords.
Kinkakuji- Temple of the Golden Pavilion
No matter the season, the Golden Pavilion is a symbol of Kyoto. Its breathtaking beauty and wonderful gardens offer visitors the chance to experience and learn about Zen culture.
End of the tour / At the Golden Pavilion
Ending Point
Kyoto Station/Your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide Fee
Hotel Pick-Up
Transportation Fee
Entrance Tickets (Kiyomizudera Temple, Nijo Castle, The Golden Pavilion)
Meals (lunch)
Tour Important Information
The entrance at Nijo Castle - Ninomaru Palace requires taking off our shoes.
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
Kyoto Tour Reviews
“Kyoto Tour”
Our family of 4 had a wonderful day in Kyoto with Ana. She is knowledgeable, professional and very considerate. We highly recommend her tours! Thank you, Ana!
Ana I.
(14 reviews)Thank you Svetlana for choosing me to guide you in Kyoto and for your generosity and kindness on the day. I enjoyed my time with your family greatly!! I wish you all happy days ahead :)
Katie S.
Rise&Shine, walk in historic Higashiyama District at SUNRISE
“One of favorite experiences in Japan! ”
We loved our tour with Ana! Seeing Kyoto in the early morning hours was definitely the way to go. We really got a sense of serenity in the historic temples and shrines she took us to. We also got some great pictures without the crowds. Ana was very knowledgeable about the sites she took us to. We would recommend her tour.
Ana I.
(14 reviews)Dear Katie, thank you very much for the kind review. It was a pleasure showing you Kyoto in the early hours. I will keep all the feedback in mind and work to improve the tour. It was a lovely morning with you and the family. Thank you for choosing me!!
Marisa K.
Kyoto - 5-hour tour of the historic Higashiyama District!
“Best walking tour ever. ”
The tour was amazing ,informative and interesting. Ana was absolutely amazing. She was knowledgeable and a joy to be with. We were a group of nine and we were all happy with the tour Ana made it extra special. She knew history anecdotes and helped with restaurant suggestions. We would give her ten stars if it was an option
Ana I.
(14 reviews)Dear Marisa, thank you all for spending a few hours with me in Kyoto. Everyone questioned about Japan which made my time together with this group very enjoyable. Thank you for the kind review! I wish you all sunny days ahead and safe travels!
