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Private Kyoto Customizable Day Trip With A Local

Kinkakuji Temple

Kiyomizu and Gion area

Fushimi Inari Taisha

Private Kyoto Customizable Day Trip With A Local

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2025

Akira F.

5.00 / 5

(6 reviews)

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Kyoto

English, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese (Native)

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Akira F.)

Up to 5 people

Discover the wonders of Kyoto in a day, without having to do any research, thanks to this hassle-free private tour. To help you feel like a VIP, the route is customized to suit your interests and preferences—something you wouldn’t get on a bus tour. Potential stops on the tour include some of Kyoto's most well-known attractions such as Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama bamboo groves.Slow down and discover Kyoto at a leisurely pace with a Luxury car tour.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel/accommodation in Kyoto

- - At your hotel/accommodation in Kyoto - Meeting at train station or in other preferred location is arrangeable

09:30 AM

Arashiyama-bamboo forest

Arashiyama is a rural area in Kyoto with a very beautiful nature. Arashiyama is famous for its bamboo forest. Nestled on the western outskirts of Kyoto, Arashiyama offers a blend of historic charm and stunning landscapes that captivate visitors from around the world

11:00 AM

Kinkakuji Temple

Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a revered Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto, Japan. Renowned for its stunning architecture and picturesque surroundings, Kinkaku-ji stands as a testament to the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship and spirituality.

The temple's upper two floors are adorned with shimmering gold leaf, creating a breathtaking sight that is reflected in the tranquil pond that surrounds it.

12:20 PM

Time for Lunch

I will highly recommend a few local Japanese traditional restaurants. let us try Kyoto tastes you will never forget.

01:40 PM

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Kiyomizu Temple is the biggest and the most famous temple in Japan and has been registered as the world heritage in UNESCO. Surrounding Kiyomizu-dera, the Higashiyama district is a treasure trove of traditional Japanese culture. Narrow lanes lined with traditional machiya houses, quaint shops, and artisan studios provide an authentic taste of old Kyoto. The historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka sloping streets are particularly charming and offer opportunities for exploration and discovery. Besides that you can also rent yukata to walk around Kyoto and take great pictures.

03:30 PM

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

Fushimi Inari Taisha, is a sacred Shinto shrine renowned for its iconic torii gates and profound spiritual significance. As one of the most visited shrines in Japan, Fushimi Inari Taisha offers a unique and enchanting experience that captivates visitors from around the world.

The shrine is characterized by its vivid vermillion torii gates that create a mesmerizing pathway through the forested slopes of Mount Inari. This symbolic trail, known as the Senbon Torii, leads visitors on a spiritual journey, representing a passage between the physical world and the divine.

Ending Point

Drop off at the hotel

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

What‘s included

Walking guide fee

Air-conditioned vehicle(Toyota Alphard 7seater)

Gasoline fee

Drink (one bottle 500ml)

What‘s not included

Admission Ticket for guests

- Kinkakuji ( 500JPY / 3USD) per person

- kiyumizutera temple (500JPY / 3USD)per person

Parking Fees ( full day will cost about 3000JPY/ 20USD ).

Lunch

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

Reminder: Cherry blossom season surcharge (March 20–April 20 ): +¥10,000

Important message from the supplier

I can guide you in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka if you pay my transportation fee.

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

Akira F.

5.00 / 5

(6 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Akira F.

Hello, my name is Akira , and I am a private guide based in Kyoto. I specialize in creating customized tours that are tailored to your interests and travel style.

Kyoto is a city rich in history, culture, and hidden beauty, and I would love to share its charm with you. Whether you are interested in famous landmarks like Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari, exploring peaceful temples and gardens, or discovering local food and traditions, I will design a unique itinerary just for you.

My goal is to make your time in Kyoto not only enjoyable, but also meaningful and memorable. I look forward to guiding you and helping you experience Kyoto like a local.

Reviews

Kristyn P.

5 / 5

Nov 4, 2025

Private Kyoto Customizable Day Trip With A Local

Nov 4, 2025

Kyoto

8 hours

“Kyoto day tour with Akira”

what a great day!! Akira was so interesting and gave us a LOT of information that we could never have received from any one else with a lot of local flair and keeping it so interesting and fun!! He really catered to what we were interested in and we saw parts of Kyoto that we did not even know existed! Wonderful day and FABULOUS guide!!!

Akira F.

Thank you very much for your kind review. It was truly my honor to guide you during your visit to Kyoto. I’m very happy to hear that you fully enjoyed the day and were able to discover some of the unique aspects of Kyoto — things that only locals truly understand and appreciate. I hope you will continue to have a wonderful trip and enjoy your time in Osaka as well. Thank you again, and see you next time!

Carolina R.

5 / 5

Oct 29, 2025

Nara historical walking Tours(half day)

Oct 29, 2025

Nara

4 hours 30 mins

“2nd day tour”

It was our 2nd day tour with Akira, and it was as great as the first one. We get to visit a lot of temples and learned about the different types of Japanese gardens. Everything was amazing! Akira is an excellent guide

Akira F.

Thank you so much for your kind review and your support. The time we spent together was truly wonderful, but because we learned and experienced so much, it felt like time passed far too quickly. I wish we could have had a little more time together. I truly look forward to seeing you again next time you visit Japan. Thank you once again!

Carolina R.

5 / 5

Oct 27, 2025

Private Kyoto Customizable Day Trip With A Local

Oct 27, 2025

Kyoto

8 hours

“Spectacular tour!”

If I had to describe the tour in one word, it would be spectacular! Akira was an excellent guide — his deep knowledge and clear explanations of every place we visited helped us truly understand the history and experience much more than just taking pictures. I would highly recommend his tour.

Akira F.

Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m really glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience. It was a pleasure guiding you, have a good evening!