Car Tour (driving guide) Kyoto Private Car Tours
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Kyoto
6 hours
Kyoto Spiritual Tour! – Half Day by Private Car
Visit 3 special places in Kyoto and feel the spiritual energy. You can relax in a quiet car. This tour is only on weekdays, It’s good to enjoy Kyoto slowly and peacefully. Each place has beautiful nature. The air is very clear and fresh. Your mind can feel calm and clean again. This is for people who want to take care of work, family, and themselves. The car can take 3 adults. If you come with kids, just tell us before!
Kyoto Spiritual Tour! – Half Day by Private Car
FROM$199/ per group
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Michiko N.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Kyoto
8 hours
Private Kyoto Customizable Day Trip With A Local
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.
Private Kyoto Customizable Day Trip With A Local
FROM$358/ per group
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Akira F.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
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Kyoto
6 hrs 30 mins
Kyoto Early Bird Highlights with Car Service
Join me on this tour as we explore five of Kyoto's must-see sights, starting early to beat the crowds. You'll enjoy the convenience of transportation between locations, with your knowledgeable guide driving you to each site. This allows you to save valuable time and energy for fully immersing yourself in the beauty and history of each location.
Kyoto Early Bird Highlights with Car Service
FROM$241/ per group
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Kanae O.
5.00 / 5
(64 reviews)
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Kyoto
6 hours
Comfortable Kyoto Van Tour (4–7 Guests): See All the Must-Sees, Hassle-Free
Kyoto is beautiful, but walking long distances and moving between sights can be tiring. This tour makes it easy. Ride in a van taxi. While crowds can’t always be avoided, you’ll save time and energy between stops. Visit famous spots like Fushimi Inari, Golden Temple, and Bamboo Forests with your guide！
Comfortable Kyoto Van Tour (4–7 Guests): See All the Must-Sees, Hassle-Free
FROM$643/ per group
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Yuta I.
5.00 / 5
(53 reviews)
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Kyoto
12 hours
A trip to Kyoto and Osaka in one day
If you want to visit as many cities as possible during your limited stay in Japan. In such cases, private car tours are recommended. Avoid crowded buses, tedious train transfers, and expensive taxies. I will cover all major sightseeing spots in Kyoto and Osaka in one day in comfort!
A trip to Kyoto and Osaka in one day
FROM$933/ per group
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Yoshiroh N.
5.00 / 5
(12 reviews)
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Kyoto
8 hours
"Discover Kyoto's Hidden Treasures Ⅰ: Let’s explore the traditional culture untouched by tourism"
In this tour, I'll take you on a journey to experience the ancient culture deeply rooted in Kyoto, which only locals can truly appreciate, in my car. Kyoto is a basin surrounded by mountains over 900 meters high in three directions. For most of its 1200-year history, it has thrived on this flat basin. However, once you step into the mountains surrounding the area, you'll discover a world that can only be experienced with my tour.
"Discover Kyoto's Hidden Treasures Ⅰ: Let’s explore the traditional culture untouched by tourism"
FROM$547/ per group
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Ryuichiro M.
5.00 / 5
(10 reviews)
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Kyoto
8 hours
Northern Kyoto driving tour- visiting authentic homes, temples and pristine nature
If you are tired of bustling crowded city life and looking for something calm and peaceful with pristine atmosphere. This is the tour you must join in. In this tour we will soak in sacred temple’s calm, rural charm and old village life before modern technology arrived Japan.
Northern Kyoto driving tour- visiting authentic homes, temples and pristine nature
FROM$347/ per group
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Fuji S.
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Kyoto
7 hrs 30 mins
Whispers of Kyoto
I will guide you to a quiet place with a beautiful garden. In autumn it can be a little crowded, but during other seasons it is relatively peaceful. For this tour, I would especially like to focus on lunch. Please let me know your preferences and budget. If you can make your reservation early, it will be easier to secure a table. Of course, even with a last-minute booking, I will do my best to find a good restaurant. Let’s enjoy the quiet atmosphere with both our hearts and bodies!
Whispers of Kyoto
FROM$322/ per group
Michiko N.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Kyoto
4 hours
Serene Temples with enchanting Gardens Tour
Are you tired of the crowds at all the popular tourist sites in Kyoto? Join me on an excursion to my favorite region, Ohara, located in the northeastern part of the city, where you can experience the tranquil countryside ambiance. In Ohara, I will introduce you to three of the most charming temples, each offering a serene atmosphere and enchanting gardens in every season. Upon request, I can also take you to a local restaurant where you can savor traditional cuisine.
Serene Temples with enchanting Gardens Tour
FROM$199/ per group
Kanae O.
5.00 / 5
(64 reviews)
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Kyoto
4 hours
KYOTO A Sunday Breakfast Tour in Kyoto's Countryside at Ohara
Join us for a simple and peaceful morning in the countryside of Kyoto. We will leave early by car and visit Ohara Morning Market, a local farmers’ market held only on Sundays.And Let's visit beautiful moss Garden.(Sanzen in temple) This is not a busy sightseeing tour. It’s a small trip to feel local life, fresh air, and the slow morning of Kyoto.
KYOTO A Sunday Breakfast Tour in Kyoto's Countryside at Ohara
FROM$161/ per group
Michiko N.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Kyoto
6 hrs 30 mins
Another Side of Kyoto: Exploring Uji and Wazuka – Home of Japanese Green Tea
This tour will show you a different side of Kyoto—peaceful, uncrowded, and surrounded by nature. We will explore the Uji area, often called the 'Kyoto of Green Tea,' where you can admire the breathtaking scenery of tea plantations. Along the way, we’ll visit Byodo-in Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as Shojyuin Temple, a small yet charming gem.
Another Side of Kyoto: Exploring Uji and Wazuka – Home of Japanese Green Tea
FROM$296/ per group
Kanae O.
5.00 / 5
(64 reviews)
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Kyoto
6 hours
First Kyoto! Visit 3 Must-See Spots and a Traditional Sweets Shop
Welcome to my hometown, Kyoto! In this tour, we will visit three famous spots that you should not miss when you come to Kyoto. We will travel by my small but comfortable private car. Along the way, we will stop at a traditional Japanese sweets shop, where you can either enjoy sweets on the spot or buy some as souvenirs. Please enjoy your first Kyoto experience with me!
First Kyoto! Visit 3 Must-See Spots and a Traditional Sweets Shop
FROM$196/ per group
Michiko N.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Kyoto
6 hours
Kyoto with Heart – My Favorite Peaceful Places
Welcome to my hometown, Kyoto. I will take you to the special temples and shrines that I personally think are the most beautiful, among all the many places I have visited in Kyoto. Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth, I’d love to show you the places I personally love — calm, friendly, and peaceful spots where you can truly feel Kyoto’s spirit. Let’s enjoy a relaxing time away from the crowds together.
Kyoto with Heart – My Favorite Peaceful Places
FROM$196/ per group
Michiko N.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Kyoto
9 hours
Kyoto Tour with Private Car
Experience Kyoto’s top attractions on a private full-day tour with comfortable transport. Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, marvel at the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), and explore the historic Gion geisha district. Enjoy panoramic views from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and walk beneath the iconic torii gates of Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine. With a professional driver-guide and a carefully planned route, discover the timeless beauty and culture of Japan’s ancient capital.
Kyoto Tour with Private Car
FROM$386/ per group
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Ali B.