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Visiting Historical Monuments in Kyoto in Half a Day
Make a brief tour for visiting major places significant in historical events. The places include the Old Imperial Palace Nijo Castle and the Heian Shrine. The first place was the ancient center of administrative power and the royal culture in the Heian Era (from 794 AD). The second is the location where the returning the power from the Tokugawa shogunate to the then Emperor took place. The last one was built in commemoration of the transfer of the Japanese capital from Nara to Kyoto, in 1895.
Meeting Point
JR Kyoto Station
JR Kyoto Station
Starting point for the tour its design being also noted for its unique and novel design.
Kyoto Old Imperial Palace
This site is surrounded with green trees to be a tranquil and soothing place for the general public in Kyoto. It is in the center of the city while being convenient for transportation as well as for refreshing souls of Kyotoites and visitors.
Heian Shrine
As described before, this shrine was built for commemorative events and later advancement of Kyoto's culture and industry. In the neighborhood, there are also other cultural facilities such as a library, museums, and a concert hall.
JR Kyoto Station
Ending point for the tour convenient for the next destination for travelers to various places by using JR trains, the Kyoto subway, and local trains.
Ending Point
JR Kyoto Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, guide's fee to the meeting point (JR Kyoto Station), free photographing with the tourer's camera
Transportation fee (you and the guide), lunch (if to be wished), entrance fee, etc.
Tour Important Information
The guests need some walking to see the gardens, the precincts of the shrine, etc. So please be prepared for strolling around the locations.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you also in the Inland Sea area in Shikoku.
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
Kyoto Tour Reviews
“Poor Experience”
No disrespect to Yasuo, but my client had a very poor experience with him which caused me to have to issue a refund to the client for poor service, as she was very upset that he was not able to find the location. This did damage to my company's reputation, and my reputation as a travel agent. Again, no disrespect to Yasuo, but this is the experience we had. Nothing malicious happened, but the experience was not good or reliable for the client.
“Delightful day”
Yasuo was very prepared and on time for our day in Osaka. We asked to see and experience local flavor and historical sites. We could not be more pleased with the experiences he delivered . He is patient and answered all questions. We highly recommend him as your guide in Osaka .
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(6 reviews)Ms. Rosanne U. Thank you very much for your compliment on the tour you made. Please have a nice trip. Yasuo Tour guide
John & audrey M.
Osaka Custom Booking : 2019-10-26
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Our tour with Yasuo was very nice and organized. Yasuo was thoughtful to contact us at our hotel to confirm with us as my internet was not working well. He planned out our route well and it was a good overview for the time we booked with him. He is a very pleasant person to spend time with as a tour guide.
Yasuo A.
(6 reviews)Ms and Mr Marks, Thank you very much for your thoughtful message. I was worried if the legs of Mr. Marks were OK in the last stage of your trip as he seemed a little tired. I am glad to hear your kind message. Thank you again and wish you an enjoyable life. Best wishes, Yasuo
