Kyoto is known as exotic sightseeing places and numerous historic, quaint old monuments are seen all over the town. This tour covers part of Rakutou (East district) and Central district. Visiting Rakutou, Gion, Yasaka-jinja shrine, Kodai-ji temple, Kiyomizu-dera temple are the most famous sightseeing spots in Kyoto. Particularly well known for the deity of love and marriage in Rakutou area.
At your hotel in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Kyoto or Nara)
We take you to Osaka METRO station or JR, private railway station to lead Keihan Yodoyabashi station whichever closer to your hotel. If you stay in Kyoto or Nara, we can save 30 min travel by train to Keihan Shijo station. 50 min train ride from Keihan Yodoyabashi station to Keihan Gion Shijo station. 20 min walk to Yasaka-jinja Shrine from Keihan Gion Shijo station.
20 min walk from Yasaka-jinja Shrine to Kodai-ji Temple, through beautiful Ishibe-Koji Alley (Stone wall alley) , authentic chic side path in Kyoto in absolute tranquility
At your hotel in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Kyoto or Nara)
Included:
*Guide fee, hotel pick-up fee in Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto)
*Travel expense as required for the guide to travel with customers by means of public transportation such as train, subway, bus.
Travel expenses for the guide included herein are limited within Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto)
*Admission fees, tickets as might be incurred for the guide at temples, shrines or the like.
*Meals , drinks or the like for the guide during the tour
*Any tax or the like as might be incurred by the guide in Japan
*Gratuity
Not included:
*Fees to cruise river or sea or the like for the guide
*Tickets for Universal Studio Japan, museum or the like as might be required at private or public entertainment facilities for
the guide
Busy and full of crowds all year round in Nishiki market where you can find various kinds of fresh and traditional Japanese dishes for every day meals. In Gion, the center of Geisha community, you may or may not catch sight of Maiko (junior) or Geiko (Senior) hurrying to teahouses. Yasaka-jinja shrine hosts one of the three most important festivals of the year in Kyoto, Gion Festival in July. Ishibe-Koji alley (Stone wall alley) leads you to Kodai-ji temple from Yasaka-jinja shrine and next stone steps prolonged to Kiyomizu-dera temple through exotic and stunning beautiful Sannei-zaka slope.
- IMPORTANT -
Not suitable for tours with infants, children, wheelchairs and strollers.
Be quiet and respectful in Temple and Shrine complex
Remove hats and sunglasses in front of main sanctuary in Temples, Shrines
Not to touch old buildings, old remains and objects
Not to take pictures where prohibited in Temple and Shrine complex
Take your shoes off before stepping on tatami
Any day or time is available, inclusively long tours extended to more than 10 days across Japan, but please reconfirm guide's availability at time of booking
“Great guide in Kyoto”
Mike was our guide for 2 days in Kyoto. He met our cruise ship in Kobe on the morning of the first day and dropped us back off at the end of the 2nd day so we never felt like we wouldn’t be able to find our way. He worked with us to design the 2 days. We initially thought we’d spend the 2nd day in Nara but decided to stay in Kyoto. He was very knowledgeable and worked very hard to ensure we saw everything we wanted to. In addition to seeing many sights he explained a lot of Japanese culture and religion to us in a way that made the experience very enjoyable. We highly recommend him.
Masahisa M.
(37 reviews)Marybeth Tight schedule as you had limited time in Kyoto. I'm sure Mark must be so tired from walking a long distance. Although Kyoto City is currently in a state of chaos by overtourism, I am glad that I was able to show you at least one that you could feel good old days of Kyoto. Thank again for visiting us from afar beautiful city and quick-stopover here. Thanks Masahisa
Chan-seng L.
Exploring Kyoto in Rakusai (West) and Rakuchu (Central)
“Tour of Kyoto West”
Thank you again for your gracious hospitality in Kyoto. We really enjoyed the tour of Nijo-jo Castle and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Wished we had the energy to walk up the hill and enjoy the monkey park - there's always a next time. You have done a great job promoting tourism in your country and welcoming people from all over the world - please continue doing what has been successful for you. The world needs more people like you! We will always recommend you to our family and friends visiting Japan. All the very best!
Masahisa M.
(37 reviews)Chan-seng L Glad to meet all of your happy families again here and could show you around the Kansai region I was not able to do on your last visit. Look forward to seeing you again. Thanks Masahisa
Yostina T.
Exploring Kyoto in Rakutou (East) and Rakuchu (Central)
“East Kyoto ”
We had the most wonderful experience with Mike! He was so informative and gave us lots of knowledge on each location visited. He was patient with us as we made many stops for food and pictures. He made our tour very personal and gave us a very local feel of Kyoto. We enjoyed spending the day with Mike and recommend him to everyone! Trust me if you’re in Kyoto, you must take a tour with him. He will really make your experience much better.
Masahisa M.
(37 reviews)Yostina Thanks reminding me of my days, lived in your beautiful city, Casa Roma, CN Tower, Toronto Island etc etc. Thanks again visiting us from afar and wish you all safe return home with happy memory. Thanks Masahisa