This 5-hour tour is created for those who wish to learn about the historic district of Kyoto but do not have the time to explore in-depth. Everyone is welcome to participate as the tour has a mixture of history, nature, architecture and experiences ( shopping or souvenir browsing, introduction to Japanese sweets and food/drinks, meditative walk).
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)/Kyoto Station
Tofukuji Temple (from Gion-Shijo Station)
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, we are heading to Tofukuji Temple, for a meditative walk. We will go through the wooden Tsutenkyo Bridge to wonder at the beauty of the Japanese maple trees and autumn foliage gardens.
Kiyomizudera Temple
Kiyomizudera Temple is one of the symbols of Kyoto, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site and a sacred place under the protection of Kannon. Visitors enjoy beautiful views of Kyoto city from the hinoki (Japanese cypress) stage supported by pillars.
Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka Streets
These two historical slopes are signatures of the Higashiyama district, abundant in old houses, shops, temples and shrines, inns and museums. As this is a protected cultural area of Kyoto city, visitors can really feel the Japan of long passed times.
Yasaka Shrine
We will arrive at Yasaka Shrine following the Nene-no-Michi street for a bit of historical guidance and traverse Maruyama Park one of the oldest parks in Kyoto to enjoy a quick tea break. After, we will walk on the grounds of the Yasaka Shrine - the protective shrine of the Gion area.
Gion - the home of geiko and maiko ( geisha)
Behind the shopping avenue Shijo, we will explore Gion and walk in the Hanamachi neighbourhoods where geiko (geisha) live and work. With luck, we might encounter maiko (apprentice geiko) on the way from dance or shamisen classes.
Kyoto Station
End of tour.
Ending Point
Kyoto Station
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee
Meet up
Transportation fee between destinations
Entrance fee
Meals
Please have good walking shoes and folding umbrellas as the tour has slopes and stairs, and the weather can be unpredictable.
We will use a train line to reach from Tofukuji Temple to Kiyomizu Temple for efficiency purposes. The train ticket fees are not included in the tour fee. We will take proper necessary breaks during our walk.
Hello everyone!
My name is Ana. I am an experienced tour conductor who guides clients throughout Japan. I am Romanian and have been living in Japan for over 10 years.
I am versed in creating customized on-the-budget one-day and half-day tours for solo travelers, families, or groups.
Please allow me to show you the natural beauty, traditions, history and amazing food of KYOTO and NARA.
Feel free to contact me for a standard package OR a customized trip. I will put my best effort into meeting your needs and creating an amazing journey.
WELCOME TO JAPAN!
Divine L.
“Exceptional Guide! ”
Excellent guide, thank you so much, Ana!
Ana I.
Thank you for your time and patience!
Divine L.
“Exceptional Guide! ”
Excellent guide, thank you so much, Ana!
Ana I.
Thank you Divine for the amazing day in Nara!
Joanna F.
“Thank you Ana for the wonderful tour of Kyoto,”
Ana is an excellent tour guide, she speaks English very well, and her deep knowledge of Japanese history and culture is incredible. She navigates the Kyoto transportation system with great efficiency and is fluent in Japanese. Her organization skills let us visit all attractions on our itinerary, we never felt rushed and she even stayed with us a little longer to help us catch a train back to Osaka. We highly recommend Ana as your tour guide. Jonna & Peter
Ana I.
Dear Joanna and Peter, thank you very much for your time and trust in my services. I had a great time with you both; I loved all our chats. It was my absolute pleasure to show you Kyoto and talk about Japan. I wish you both much health and a great summer!
$167/ per group