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Best of Kyoto with vehicle(private tour)
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Joined 2026
I'll take you to the best of Kyoto! I'll drive you to the Kyoto highlights that are impossible to see by train or on foot in half a day!
I will show you Kyoto's nature, temples, food, and experiences that you have never seen before.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
The hotel where you are staying
- l will pick you up from your hotel. You won't need to walk to the station or wait.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Kinkaku-ji Temple is one of the constituent assets of the World Heritage Site "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto" and is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations. It is the three-story reliquary hall known as "Kinkaku" (Golden Pavilion), which shines with gold leaf. The entire exterior of the second and third stories is covered in gold leaf, and the reflection of Kinkaku in the pond, combined with the scenery of the four seasons, creates a very impressive landscape.
Arashiyama Bamboo forest
A rickshaw ride through the Arashiyama bamboo forest is an experience that lets you fully immerse yourself in the essence of Kyoto. There are plans that take you along a path exclusively for rickshaws, cruising through the quiet bamboo forest. Since you'll be going along a route that's inaccessible on foot, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy the scenery at your own pace.
Nishiki Market and lunch
When you want to enjoy street food and the atmosphere of a market in the heart of Kyoto, Nishiki Market is often the first place that comes to mind.
Taking photos with geisha in Gion
The "Geisha Art Museum" in Gion offers a program where you can enjoy watching geiko and maiko dances and take commemorative photos.
Ending Point
The hotel where you are staying
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 fees
hotel transfers fees
gasoline fees
highway tolls
parking fees
Private transportation (Lexus)
Kinkaku-ji Temple entrance fees
Lunch fees:One person (around $10, including myself)
personal expenses
Tour Important Information
This is a tentative plan and can be changed if you wish. I am also flexible with the tour times! Please make a reservation.
Important message from the supplier
The tour runs from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and I will guide you around Osaka's great spots or the area of your choice in my car. Since we are traveling by car, we will travel efficiently using the shortest route. People with disabilities or those who don't like walking are also welcome.
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 2026
About Tour Guide Tatsuya M.
Nice to meet you! My name is Tatsuya. I was born and raised in Osaka. I love traveling the world and communicating with all kinds of people. I also have a caring personality, so I would love to share the charms of Osaka, its people, and its food with people all over the world!
Reviews
Cesar A.
“Perfect time ”
Tatsuya went above and beyond showing us Osaka. He made sure we had great time and showed us everything we wanted to see in Osaka and even more… he is the person you need to request as your guide, we have a great connection.
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Tatsuya M.
I'm so glad you all had such a great time despite your limited time that evening! I'd love to show you around again. Let's meet again!
William B.
“A Thoughtful and Memorable Day in Kyoto with Tatsuya”
We had a wonderful day touring Kyoto from Osaka with Tatsuya as our guide and driver. He was very accommodating and flexible throughout the day, especially when we made several last-minute adjustments to our itinerary to fit in everything we hoped to see. One member of our group has mobility challenges, and we truly appreciated the extra care Tatsuya took to help make the experience smooth and comfortable for her. He arranged wheelchair assistance at locations that involved more walking and also coordinated an incredible rickshaw ride through the bamboo forest, which became one of the highlights of our entire trip to Japan. Tatsuya was consistently kind, patient, and helpful throughout the day, and it was clear that he genuinely wanted us to have a memorable experience. His thoughtfulness and willingness to help made a real difference, and we are very grateful for the special memories created during our time in Kyoto.
Tatsuya M.
The pleasure was all mine! I'm so glad Barbara enjoyed her birthday celebration! I'm truly happy that she was impressed by the rickshaw ride through the bamboo forest! I hope your family continues to have meaningful experiences in Japan. I'd love to show you more of Osaka next time, so I look forward to seeing you again!
Paolo A.
“Trip around Kyoto”
Lovley trip!! Tatsuya is an amazing tour guide. Had an amazing Japanese lunch and went to a bunch of temples museums and gardens! Will definitely come back with him.
Tatsuya M.
Thank you so much! Let's go to that workshop again. I'm looking forward to seeing you next time!
$374/ per group
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