South to East Kyoto Tour
Joined 2018
You will enjoy visiting some of Kyoto's historic and popular sights such as a shrine, temples and a district, from south to east. The route is planned well to be efficient by public transportation.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel or JR Kyoto Station
- At the main lobby of your hotel or in front of the north main entrance of JR Kyoto Station
Fushimi Inari Shrine
The most popular shrine in Kyoto
Worshiped as the deity of agriculture
Featuring its thousands of religious red Torii gates
Rengeo-in (Sanju Sangendo) Temple
Featuring its main hall which is the largest wooden building in Japan and literally awesome sight of 1001 Buddha images there
Kiyomizudera Temple
UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage Site
One of the most popular temples in Kyoto
Featuring a great view of Kyoto City from its famous Stage of Kiyomizu
Also lunch at a local restaurant
Gion
Via stone-paved Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka Slopes, Yasaka Pagoda and the grounds of Kenninji Temple
Stroll through Kyoto's most famous kimono-clad Geiko and Maiko traditional entertainment district
End of Tour
In Gion
Ending Point
In Gion or any other place at your request
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 only
Public transportation (600~900JPY per person) (you and guide)
Entrance fees (1,000JPY person) (you)
Lunch (1,000~1,500JPY per person) (you and guide)
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Important message from the supplier
Please kindly note the following:
I basically conduct walking tours using public transportation.
Transportation, entrance fees and lunch for you and the guide are not included in the guide 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 2018
About Tour Guide Hiroko D.
Hi, I'm Hiroko. I was born in Kyoto and currently live in its suburb. My parents are also from the ancient capital city, so some of its historic places were like my playgrounds when I was a child. Now, as a national certified tour guide, I would like to show you around not only Kyoto but also Osaka and Nara enjoyably and time-effectively. For your reference, I lived in New York, U.S.A. for about 20 years and worked there for about 17 and a half years, so I believe that I will be able to communicate and speak well with you in English. My motto as a guide: If you are happy, I'm happy. Please don't hesitate to ask me to customize your tour. I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!
Reviews
Yo A.
“Amazing Guide”
We spent two full days with Hiroko. The first day was spent in Kyoto. The second day was Arashiyama and Nara. Hiroko was exceptional. We had the best time touring beautiful places, learning about history and culture, and experiencing new things. We couldn’t have asked for better service. Hiroko, thank you very much.
Hiroko D.
Yo, I am truly honored by your kind and generous review. You and your friend are nice, intelligent and full of curiosity, and I really enjoyed your company as a guide here. I only wish deer crackers had not been sold out in Nara. Please send my warmest regards to Irene (I am sorry if I spell her name wrong) for me. All the best, Hiroko
Katia L.
“Wonderful tour guide ”
Hiroko is a very wonderful lady, very respectful and a master when it comes to Kyoto exploration. Very accommodating, she explained us everything about the traditions and the customs, she translated all of our transactions and helped us explore Kyoto in almost 6 hours. I would highly recommend her for your Kyoto trip.
Hiroko D.
Katia, I am extremely grateful for your kind, generous and very quick review. You make such a beautiful family. You and your husband are so kind and considerate, and your adorable children are very nice and well-mannered. I really enjoyed your company as a guide in Kyoto. Please send my warmest regards to your family for me. All the best, Hiroko
Flurina T.
“Amazing two days in Kyoto with Hiroko!”
Hiroko was an excellent guide, showing us many interesting and beautiful places in Kyoto. She was extremely considerate of our interests and capabilities. The tour was tailored exactly to our suggestions and Hiroko was able to tell us many interesting facts about every single sight she showed us. We had an amazing time with you Hiroko, thank you very very much!
Hiroko D.
Flurina, Thank you so very much for your kind, generous and quick review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your tours in Kyoto. You and your parents are nice and intelligent, and I really had a great time with all of you as a guide over here. Wishing you a lot of success in your new career and many more. Please send my warmest regards to your parents for me. All the best, Hiroko
$160/ per group
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