Half-day Highlight of Kyoto
Joined 2017
The tour visit two major spots, Golden temple and Arashiyama bamboo forest.
In Cherry blossom season, we visit another cherry blossom spot ( Hirano shrine or Ninnaji temple).
Other season, we visit Ryoanji temple or another spot along Randen railroad line.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Kyoto city or other convenient station in Kyoto city
Golden temple (Kinkakuji)
Arashiyama (inc. Bamboo forest)
Nijo-castle (or Imperial Palace)
Ending Point
JR, Hankyu or Randen Arashiyama station
Want to personalize this tour?
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
transportation fee (you and guide), Golden temple entrance fee(400JPY per adult ), etc... ,
If you would like to other temples or facilities, entrance fee is required respectively.
Tour Important Information
During the tour you walk in and around the sites you visit, so wearing sneaker shoes are recommended
In April (usually until mid-April), you can also enjoy Hanami(cherry viewing).
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 2017
About Tour Guide Kay F.
Hi, I'm a National licensed guide living in OSAKA.
Raised between KYOTO and OSAKA, I've got two different unique cultures, customs and dialects.
So called Bilingual??
I can guide you both cities from Major tourist spots to Off-the-beaten paths. Throughout the tour, I'll show you unique local cultures and history !!
Since I got the license in 2015, I've guided foreign tourists to OSAKA, KYOTO and NARA and really enjoyed meeting with foreign guests. And also experienced Mt.KOYA, HIMEJI and KOBE.
Based on your request, I suggest the best memorial tour just for you !!
Reviews
Winston H.
“Customised tour”
Had 2 days in Kyoto visiting the popular sites as well as the lesser known sites such as Mt Kurama. Kay is easy going, friendly and knowledgeable. She made my stay in Kyoto most memorable. Thank you. Winston
Kay F.
Hi, Winston. Thank you for taking time and sending me kind feedback. I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the 2-days tour. I also had a great time with you such as a quiet coffee shop you found and Mt. Kurama. Kyoto has a lot of off-the-beaten spots with their seasonal beauty other than Mt. Kurama. See you soon. Kay
Mayu D.
“Great experience”
Great experience with very friendly and great knowledge guide. Thank you
Kay F.
Thank you for your feedback. Thanks to your help, we conducted a great tour. See you soon. Kay
Mark E.
“Personalized excursions to Nara and Wakayama”
I enjoyed two customized long days trips organized by Kay travelling from Kyoto to lesser visited temples, shrines and nature sights in Nara and Wakayama prefectures. My wishes for the trips were fulfilled thanks to Kay’s care and guiding input.
Kay F.
Thank you for your attending the tour. I'm very happyto hear you are satisfied with Nara and Wakayama tour. Kansai area has still a lot of beautiful places to visit , so I hope you travel again and enjoy the area.
$203/ per group
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