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Fushimi & Uji memorable full day tour from central Kyoto
This tour takes you to the two areas, Fushimi and Uji. Both are a little away from central Kyoto and have the specific atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable away from hustle & bustle in central Kyoto.
Meeting Point
At the lobby of your hotel in central Kyoto
Fushimi classic boat riding
In the past, Fushimi area was a large port town which faced a large lake which does not exist any more. Now you can enjoy riding the classical boat which makes you feel two hundreds years ago through the canal.
Ohkura Sake Brewery museum
You will enjoy visiting classical Sake brewery museum where you might slip back to the good old days when the Sake brewery was in operation. There, you will know the secret how to make nicest Sake.
Lunch
Japanese specialty if you like
Byoudouin temple and Omotesanndo in Uji
Byodouin temple was designated as one of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites. In front of Byodoin temple, you enjoy walking the front street, Omotesando, with the aroma of green tea which is the local specialty.
Ujigami shrine and Nakanoshima
Ujigami shrine was designated as one of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites. The area was the stage of ancient novel, "Tale of Genji", so you may feel the air of tranquility one thousand years ago.
Ending Point
The last spot or your hotel in central Kyoto
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, Hotel pick-up in central Kyoto area
Boat riding fee(1,200JPY), Transportation fee (apx. 1,000JPY), Lunch(apx. 1,500JPY), Entrance fee(apx.1,300JPY)
Tour Important Information
1. This tour is operated from end of Mar. to beginning of Dec. based on boat operation schedule.
2. Mondays from Jun. to Sep. and everyday between Aug.15 and Aug. 31 are off based on boat operation schedule.
3. The tour may not be operated when classical boat is full reserved especially in April. As early reservation as possible is recommend.
Operated from end of Mar. to beginning of Dec.
Important message from the guide
In case you want to book my tour for two or more consecutive days, please send me a message in advance.
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
Alexander R.
Customized tour for Alexander R on Dec. 21, 2023
Customized
“Amazing Kyoto Tour with Rick”
I had an amazing full day Kyoto tour with Rick. We visited Golden Temple, Honnoji temple, Heian Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera temple, Sannen-Zaka, Ninnen-zaka and sutes relating to Ryoma Sakamoto and the Shinsengumi. Rick is very kind, knowledgable and willing to accommodate any changes in the tour. I certainly had a wonderful time in Kyoto thanks to his guidance and I would definitely use him again in future.
Rick I.
(56 reviews)Dear Alex, Thank you very much for the nice review! I'm very glad that you enjoyed the tour. Actually I like Japanese history very much and the sites you requested which relates Ryoma Sakamoto or Shinsengumi were exactly what I wanted to show to the history lovers. So I had enjoyed the tour with you, too and had a very nice time. I hope you will come back to Kyoto sometime in future for enjoying other more historical sites. Best regards, Rick
Cathy W.
Customized tour for Cathy W. on Nov.21, 22, 2023
Customized
“Personal concierge ”
Rick guided us around some of the hidden jewels in Kyoto for 2 full days. He was very flexible as I only gave him our wish list the night before but he planned both days so we would have enough time to see everything on the list. With his expert knowledge of the train, subway and bus systems - we were able to visit four destinations each day with enough time for a delightful lunch in quaint local restaurants. He was knowledgeable about our destinations and shared the history and importance of each one along the way. Rick was so very kind, polite and knowledgeable and made both days most enjoyable. Thank you Rick for being a great guide and helping us learn so much about Kyoto.
Rick I.
(56 reviews)Dear Cathy, Thank you very much for the nice review! I'm glad that you enjoyed the tour. I also enjoyed Sake tasting, Netsuke museum, etc. with all of you who are so nice and friendly. I hope all the places we visited will be your unforgettable memories in Kyoto and you will be back to this city sometime in future. Best regards, Rick
“Full Day in Kyoto”
We had a wonderful day in Kyoto with Rick. We visited some beautiful places including the Golden Pavillion and Nijo Castle and Rick had many interesting stories to tell. He was very knowledgable, friendly, polite and we would recommend him to everyone. Thank you again for such a lovely day! Katie and Andrew.
Rick I.
(56 reviews)Dear Katie and Andrew, Thank you very much for writing a nice review! I'm so glad that you enjoyed the tour. I also had a nice time of talking with you both. I hope Kyoto will be your nice memory and you will come back to this nice city sometime in future. Best regards, Rick
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