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One day tour of "off the beaten track" in Kyoto
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Joined 2025
On this tour, you can enjoy the autumn foliage depending on the season.
Kyoto is very popular with tourists, so most tourist attractions are usually crowded with people. While that can be lively and fun, some people might occasionally want to visit a less crowded place. This tour is perfect for those people. On this tour, you will spend a full day walking through Sagano, visiting Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple, Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple, Gio-ji Temple, Jojakko-in Temple, and Seiryo-ji Temple.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel lobby
Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple
Hundreds of statue of “Rakan”, the followers of Buddha are waiting you.
Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple
You can enjoy a bamboo path.
Gio-ji Temple
You can see quiet Japanese garden with moss.
Lunch
You can enjoy Japanese food.
Jojakko-in Temple
It is known for its beautiful sloping road surrounded by trees.
Seiryo-ji Temple
The magnificent architecture is impressive.
End of the tour
Ending Point
At your hotel or a certain location we agreed (sending back to your hotel or finishing around the market area)
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
- Interpreter / guide fee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Kyoto
-Transportation
(approximately ¥2,000/person, varies depending on your hotel location)
-Lunch
(approximately ¥2,000-¥3,000/person)
-Admission Fee
(approximately ¥2,000/person)
-Taxi fare, if needed
(approximately ¥3,000-¥5,000, varies by location)
The guide's transportation and lunch costs are also the responsibility of the guest.
However, guide has guide pass, so admission to many locations is free.
Tour Important Information
*This course will involve public transportation such as buses, subways, and trains, but we may use taxis depending on the situation.
*Please wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be walking a lot in and around the visited locations during the tour.
*The order in which you visit the spots may change depending on the location and time of your hotel.
*This tour is not recommended for people with severe back or knee problems, also not wheelchair accessible.
*Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
Please provide at least 7 days' notice prior to booking.
Some tours may not be available every day due to facility or store closures. Please send us a message before booking to check availability.
*The guide cannot be held responsible for any damage or loss that occurs during the tour, so we recommend that you take out overseas travel insurance.
*Also, please be aware that some restaurants and taxis may not accept credit cards, so please bring enough Japanese yen with you. Thank you.
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 2025
About Tour Guide Ken Y.
Hello. I‘m Ken.
I’m a certified guide for the city of Kyoto.
I live just in between Kyoto and Osaka. My hobbies are tennis, swimming, and windsurfing in the summer.
Kyoto is a city with over 1,000 years of history and so many attractions that it‘s difficult to see everything in one day. My tour includes highlights of Kyoto's popular spots making the most of your time. However, all of these can be customized based on your requests. I'll suggest spots to see based on your preferences, such as quiet areas away from the crowds.
I'd love to work with you to create a plan that will be wonderful memories.
I look forward to seeing you!
$289/ per group
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