Art, Culture, & Historical Kyoto Private Tours
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Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest in Eastern Kyoto
Kyoto
5 hours 30 min
Experience the charm of tranquility in a mountain temple. Seikanji is a temple in Mt. Kiyomizu (242m high), which enables us to look down a fan-shaped view of the Kyoto area from the temple grounds covered with green moss. The temple retains such anecdotes as the emperor’s tragic love and the Waka poem composed by the incarnation of Buddha. We hike along a path at the mountain's edge from the less crowded tiny Seikanji temple to the heavily crowded huge Kiyomizu-Dera temple.
FROM$207/ per group
Yosshi S.
Zen temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari and Bamboo Forest
Kyoto
8 hours
There are a lot of Buddhism temples and Shinto Shrines in Kyoto. This tour focuses on three UNESCO World Heritage temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari Shrine which is famous for a lot of red Torii gates and Bamboo Forest in Arashiyma to feel the profundity of Kyoto. If you are interested in the places which are not listed here, like Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Gion, Nishiki Market, Sanjusangen-do, Kiyomizu-dera and others, just let me know, I will customize a tour for you.
FROM$300/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
Fully customizable your own private tour in Kyoto
Kyoto
8 hours
There are so many great places in Kyoto that you probably want to visit but perhaps not enough time. Also, Kyoto is getting very crowded due to a lot of foreigners visiting there. It is best to have a local person guiding you to come up with a plan that suits your preference. I can create a tour with you which includes not only popular places like the Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari but small temples with Wabi Sabi such as those in Sagano and the oldest Japanese sweet shop in Murasakino.
FROM$347/ per group
Nori I.
5.00 / 5
(44 reviews)
Fushimi Inari Shrine, Zen Meditation, Sake brewery visiting and tasting
Kyoto
8 hours
Fushimi Inari Shrine is a must-see in Kyoto. This tour also includes Zen meditation at a Buddhist temple and a visit to a sake brewery. You'll have an unforgettable experience! ※Please message me before your payment. I need to confirm the availability of the Zen meditation and sake brewery visit in advance.
FROM$300/ per group
Wendy Z.
Private tour Fushimi Inari, Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, Nishiki Market Start form Kyoto or Osaka
Kyoto
6 hours
Kyoto is the ancient and modern blend seamlessly. Join me on a private tour to explore two of Kyoto's most iconic landmarks: Fushini Inari, Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion and Nijo Castle, culminating in a vibrant exploration of Nishiki Market. Enriching journey through Kyoto's past and present, where each moment promises a new discovery.
FROM$200/ per group
Akari Y.
Kyoto’s Cherry Blossom Wonders
Kyoto
6 hours
Enjoy a 5-6 hour tour of Kyoto’s cherry blossoms and culture. Start at Nijo Castle, then have lunch in Gion or a picnic in Maruyama Park. Walk the Philosopher’s Path, visit Kiyomizu-dera, and end at Maruyama Park with its famous shidare-zakura (weeping cherry trees). I’ll share cultural insights throughout the tour. The tour ends with shidare-zakura (weeping cherry trees) at Maruyama Park. Along the way, I’ll share insights into Kyoto’s culture, history, and the significance of sakura.
FROM$200/ per group
Kazue K.
半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）
Kyoto
4 hours 30 min
从您们的宾馆，坐京阪电车。 1首先访问平等院凤凰堂（在宇治车站下车） 走着斜看宇治川过约7，8分钟，到平等院凤凰堂。（世界文化遗产） 2然后再坐京阪电车到黄檗山万福寺（在黄檗车站下车） 走着去约5分钟到黄檗山万福寺，是日本最早的禅宗寺院（中国由来的 ）
FROM$54/ per group
裕治
4.71 / 5
(14 reviews)
Kyoto Alley Walking Tour (Half Day)
Kyoto
3 hours 30 min
Kyoto served as a capital city where the Emperor resided between 798 and 1868. The ancient capital city has been designated as a UNESCO cultural heritage. This walking tour gives you a fun time to experience strolling in the backstreets where few tourists visit. You can walk in the famous Geisya quarter including Miyagawacho and Gion, Keninji Zen Temple and Shirakawa riverside.You have a fun walking in the alley in Kyoto. You can encounter Geiko (Geisya) or Maiko if you are lucky.
FROM$147/ per group
Kenji O.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
One day tour in Kyoto (Higashiyama area)
Kyoto
7 hours
Tour will visit several places in Higashiyama area (east part of Kyoto) including World Heritage sites. As Kyoto is normally crowded, It is strongly recommended to uae a chartered taxi, in order to effectively use the customers' valuable time in Kyoto.
FROM$266/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.97 / 5
(40 reviews)
Fully customizable private half day tour in Kyoto
Kyoto
4 hours
There are so many great places in Kyoto that you probably want to visit but perhaps not enough time. Also, Kyoto is getting very crowded due to a lot of foreigners visiting there. It is best to have a local person guiding you to come up with a plan that suits your preference. I can create a tour with you which includes not only popular places like the Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari but small temples with Wabi Sabi such as those in Sagano and the oldest Japanese sweet shop in Murasakino.
FROM$200/ per group
Nori I.
5.00 / 5
(44 reviews)
Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour
Kyoto
6 hours
This 5-6 hour guided tour offers a deep dive into Kyoto’s rich cultural heritage, starting from the Fushimi Inari Shrine and winding through historic districts, famous temples, and traditional streets. Perfect for first-time visitors and those who want to experience Kyoto’s essence in a day. -Pace: Moderate, with a mix of walking and short train/taxi rides. -Best for: Culture lovers, history enthusiasts, and first-time visitors. -Tour Style: A blend of famous sites, and cultural experiences.
FROM$200/ per group
Kazue K.
The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji
Kyoto
4 hours
The customized must-see tour of an Serene classical Atmosphere of south of Kyoto .Walk through country riverside path and beautiful garden of Byodoin . Visit Sake Brewery. ( watch and taste making Japanese sake. ) Visit Fushimi Inari shrine.This tour not only visits the photogenic Fushimi Inari and Byodoin Temple, but you will also be able to gain more knowledge of the Inari shrine and the brand name of green tea “Uji Cha”.
FROM$107/ per group
Mana F.
4.87 / 5
(97 reviews)
Eastern Highlights in Kyoto for the first time visitor - Full Day Tour -
Kyoto
8 hours
Kyoto is a city full of charm, both ancient and modern such as the stone gardens of Zen temples, orange gates of Shito shrines, traditional cafés, local cuisine loved by Kyoto people, modern art museums and so on. I would like to show you not only major sightseeing spots but also small tips to enjoy the city. Let's explore together and discover the real Kyoto with me!!
FROM$340/ per group
Koichi W.
4.96 / 5
(72 reviews)
Walking tour in Eastern Kyoto
Kyoto
8 hours
Since there are so many beautiful places densely in eastern Kyoto, we can take a walking tour there. Please add or skip some. This is an example of a walking tour in eastern Kyoto, emphasizing history and culture. We will use the train only once or twice.
FROM$334/ per group
Shuji O.
4.94 / 5
(34 reviews)
Kyoto Kiyomizu and Fushimi Tour
Kyoto
7 hours
This tour is designed for the tourist, who is interested in the atmosphere of ancient capital, and cultures. This is walking tour of Kiyomizu area through Yasaka Shrine, where the ancient atmosphere is well remained. We plan to visit Nishimi Food Market street to see the food culture of Kyoto people also.
FROM$154/ per group
Makoto Y.
4.93 / 5
(115 reviews)
One day photogenic Kyoto Kimono Tour
Kyoto
7 hours
Why not enjoy Kyoto in kimono? This tour takes you to the beautiful gardens of Zen temples, the famous World Heritage Site Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Maruyama Park with its beautiful Higashiyama mountains and the Gion Shirakawa River with its Kyoto-style atmosphere, all in a beautiful Japanese kimono. Of course, guests are welcome to come empty-handed. Kimonos, tabi (socks), underwear, sandals and bags can all be chosen and provided on the day.
FROM$240/ per group
Koki N.
5.00 / 5
(16 reviews)
Kyoto Alley Walking Tour (Full Day)
Kyoto
8 hours
Kyoto served as a capital city where the Emperor resided between 798 and 1868. The ancient capital city has been designated as a UNESCO cultural heritage. This walking tour gives you a fun time to experience wondering in the backstreets where a few tourists visit. You can walk in the famous Geisya quarter including Miyagawacho and Gion, Keninji Zen Temple, Shirakawa riverside and more.You have a fun walking in the alley in Kyoto. You can encounter Geiko (Geisya) or Maiko if you are lucky.
FROM$220/ per group
Kenji O.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
Window Hopping at Old Artist Village in Kyoto
Kyoto
5 hours 30 min
Trace the source of unique Japanese Painting and Zen Enlightenment amid the three peaks of Mt.Takagamine. A multi-talented artist built an artist village with his clan and artisans 400 years ago. He formed a painting technique with a gold foil and bold composition. The school was named Rinpa later. The tour goes around the former artist’s residence, and neighboring temples with different-shaped windows for becoming enlightenment: perfect round, incomplete round, and square.
FROM$207/ per group
Yosshi S.
Wabi & Sabi -temples with gardens in Kyoto Higashiyama and more
Kyoto
7 hours
This tour focuses on the Zen temples with Wabi-Sabi gardens in Higashiyama such as Tenju-an, Nanzen-ji and Ginkaku-ji the Silver Pavilion. We will walk on Higashiyama where we can sense the Higashiyama Culture which is a fusion of the samurai, imperial court and Zen.
FROM$300/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
Philosopher's Path Walking Tour; Silver Temple~Nanzenji
Kyoto
5 hours
This tour invites you to walk along one of the most beautiful walkways in Kyoto. You visit several temples along the walkway, Silver Temple (Ginkakuji), Hounenin Temple, and Nanzenji Temple (Headquarter of Rinzai Zen Sect).
FROM$220/ per group
Kenji O.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
Hiking between two power spots, Kurama Temple and Kifune Shrine, and more
Kyoto
7 hours
There are a lot of Buddhism temples and Shinto Shrines in Kyoto. This tour focuses on the Buddhism and Shinto power spots in North Kyoto. We will hike from a power spot Kurama Temple to another power spot Kifune Shrine for an hour. We also visit less-visited a Zen small temple with beautiful garden to feel the profundity of Kyoto. If you are interested in the places which are not listed here, just let me know, I will customize a tour for you.
FROM$300/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
Zen garden tour along Kinugake and the extended road
Kyoto
9 hours
There is a road named "Kinugake" road along the foot of mountain in northern Kyoto. This tour is along the road and extended parts of the road to west and east. The name "Kinugake" means covering with silk. When the Emperor Uta said he wanted to see snow in the summer, he was comforted by covering the Kinugasa mountain with silk. This road named after this story. This tour starts from Tenryu-ji and ends at Daitoku-ji visiting Ryouan-ji and Golden Pavilion. We will visit these good Zen gardens.
FROM$247/ per group
Yoshiharu K.
4.69 / 5
(52 reviews)
Visiting temples and tea ceremony experience in East Kyoto
Kyoto
7 hours
This tour is based on 'A Wonderful Half Day in Kyoto (East Kyoto). You can visit Kiyomizudera Temple, Sanjyusangendo Temple, Kenninji Temple. You can also enjoy tea ceremony experience.
FROM$207/ per group
Tomoe S.
4.94 / 5
(129 reviews)
Katsura Imperial Villa and Fushimi Inari
Kyoto
4 hours
Katsura Imperial Villa is too beautiful to express! In the early Edo period, Prince Toshihito, who excelled in both literature and the martial art from childhood, built the Villa. That is both tasteful and simple. We need to apply for the Imperial Household Agency to get in. I will apply for you by postcard. It takes an hour to see the villa by the special guide of the villa. The fee is free.
FROM$120/ per group
Toshiyo O.
4.69 / 5
(253 reviews)