This garden tour through Kyoto's Heian Jingu, Eikando and Nanzenji offers an escape into some of Japan's most beautiful landscapes. Starting at Heian Jingu, visitors are greeted by the tranquil ponds, picturesque bridges, and vibrant seasonal blooms. We then proceed to Eikando, where we wander through the temple's peaceful gardens, enjoying the serene ponds and the calming atmosphere. We end at Nanzen-ji, where the Zen temple's lush grounds feature rock gardens and moss-covered pathways.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Heian Jingu
- *In front Heian Jingu main entrance (not torii gate).
Heian Jingu
Tour the expansive Shin'en Garden, with its tranquil ponds, picturesque bridges, and vibrant seasonal blooms.
Eikando
Known for its stunning autumn foliage, we wander through the temple's peaceful gardens, enjoying the serene ponds, vibrant maple trees, and the calming atmosphere that invites reflection and relaxation.
Nanzenji
Walk the Zen temple's lush grounds which feature meticulously designed rock gardens, moss-covered pathways, and the iconic aqueduct that harmoniously blends natural and man-made beauty.
Ending Point
Nanzenji
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide service is included in the price of this tour.
*Guests should bring ¥2,200 in cash for admission tickets to temples and transportation.
*Guests should bring additional cash for food and souvenirs.
Hello, my name is Maricel. I'm from the Philippines and I've been living in Kyoto Japan for 17 years now. I am an experienced Kyoto tour guide with a deep passion for showcasing the city’s rich cultural heritage and history and landmarks. I am dedicated to providing engaging and informative guided tours tailored to the interests and preferences of each visitor. Committed to creating unforgettable experiences that capture the essence of Kyoto’s tranquility and beauty, I am looking forward to guiding you while you are here.
Rachel S.
“Maricel is a great tour guide”
We booked Maricel for our first day in Tokyo, in order to learn more information about the things we were seeing. We went with Maricel to the Fushimiinari Shrine, Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka Slopes and the Kiyomizu Temple. Maricel was friendly and kind, and provided detailed explanations about everything we were seeing, including background history and other cultural aspects. We would have no hesitation recommending Maricel.
Maricel E.
Thank you so much for your nice review , I am so glad that you like the tour. It was an honor to meet your beautiful family. I wish you all the best and hope to see you again someday.
Paul C.
“Half Day Tour”
Maricel met us at our hotel lobby early. She was very friendly and knowledgeable about the city's history and landmarks. She even spent extra time with us. Thank you Maricel, for a great start to our time in Kyoto!
Maricel E.
Thank you so much, It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife ate Marylou. Im so glad that you enjoyed your tour with me, I hope to see you again with your whole family. Stay happy and healthy.
Anthony L.
“Great time in Kyoto”
Experienced confident and patient guide. Maricel was fantastic and made sure we had a great time. Hope she shows us around some new sites when we visit again next year!!
Maricel E.
Thank you so much for entrusting me your tour in Kyoto. It was nice meeting you all! Hope to see you all again in the near future.
$215/ per group