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Kyoto's must-see attractions and World Heritage sites in one day.

Perfect for those with limited time, this well-organized tour allows you to experience Kyoto’s most iconic sights efficiently. The itinerary includes the Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama, Tenryu-ji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and ends in the historic Gion district. While these popular spots can be crowded, we utilize taxis and public transport to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey through this culturally rich city.

Kyoto's must-see attractions and World Heritage sites in one day.

Hilights in Kyoto & Nara

We will visit three highlights in Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Bamboo Grove & Tenryuji Temple in Arashiyama and Kinkakuji Temple and visit two highlights in Nara, Todaiji Temple and Nara Deer Park. You will fully enjoy these places and get in touch with feelings of Kyoto and Nara cultures.

Hilights in Kyoto & Nara

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Shall we explore some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Kyoto while most tourists are preparing for their tour? I would also like to take you some hidden gemes in Kyoto. Beat the crowds!

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Perfect Trip in Kyoto

Do you want to visit the most popular places in Kyoto in 1 day? If your answer is “YES”, this is the tour for you ;) We will visits the famous temples and shrines and enjoy the nature around and learn the history and legends behind them. Let’s explore the old capital of Japan Kyoto and learn more about Japan!!

Perfect Trip in Kyoto

Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialities

This tour covers 4 must-see sites and Nishiki Market. You visit the most renowned sites such as the Golden Pavilion, Ryo-an-ji temple where you may find an elegant beauty in its simple rock garden Nijo-castle ,the luxurious palace of the Tokugawa Shoguns. Sanjyu-sangendo temple, where the thousand life-size statues and the Principal statue make you feel like you are in a forest of Buddha! says " It's amazing ! Lastly visit Nishiki Market, where you can enjoy eating Kyoto’s cuisine.

Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialities

My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour

This tour is designed for those who would like to visit major scenic sites in Kyoto and off-the-beaten spots as well in a single day. The route is the one that has been favored and admired by many of my guests for the past few years. The itinerary mainly consists of three areas; Kitayama, Arashiyama and Fushimi areas. You will surely have unforgettable memories through the tour with me.

My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour

Premium tour of Kyoto (1) : Arashiyama, Nijo-jo Castle & Kinkakuji temple

Why not enjoy your holidays in Kyoto? You can certainly get in touch with many things Japanese that we are proud of. They are old temples and shrines, cultural assets and the beautiful natural surroundings. You can also enjoy dropping in at souvenir stores and buy exquisitely made products, such as folding fans, porcelain and traditional Japanese cakes. I would like to take you to the following places, which are the three representative tourist destinations in this city: (1) Arashiyama It is the place where all the traditional natural beauties of Japan are combined together. They are Togetsukyo bridge, bamboo grove and the old temples. If you go up to the observation spot, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the gorge below. You can also see rickshaws of the olden times drawn by young people with smiling passengers on board. There are souvenir shops selling variety of goods and products. (2) Nijo-jo Castle (World Cultural Heritage Site) This castle was built in the early 17th century by the Tokugawa Shogunate government for the purpose of protecting the Kyoto Imperial Palace and as the accommodations when Tokugawa Shogun was in Kyoto. It was subsequently enlarged by successive Shogun. It is the castle as well as the palace, where you can see the powerful structures and beautiful gardens. You can learn, in addition, how great the power of Tokugawa Shogun was. (3) Kinkakuji temple (the Golden Pavilion) (World Cultural Heritage Site) The history of this temple began when the third Shogun of the Muromachi period acquired a tract of land in this area from a powerful statesman in 1397 and built a villa of his own to entertain the Emperor and members of the nobility. The upper two levels of the temple are covered with pieces of gold foil and are shining brilliantly against the background of the rich greenery. The pond in the foreground reflects the golden structure. It looks like the materialization of Pure Land of Buddha in this world. In addition, on the top of the golden structure is the shining phoenix.

Premium tour of Kyoto (1) : Arashiyama, Nijo-jo Castle & Kinkakuji temple

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Departing from Kyoto City Subway’s Keage Station, we will pass by Himukai Daijingu Shrine before making our way towards Mt. Daimonjiyama. As we ascend to the mountain's peak, you'll be greeted with panoramic views of Kyoto, stretching as far as Osaka. After descending towards Imadegawa Street, our journey will conclude at a charming local ramen restaurant.

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Kyoto highlights (Kyoto departure)

This Kyoto highlight tour includes the most popular destinations in Kyoto, Arashiyama Bamboo trail, Golden Pavilion, Gion (Geisha district), Fushimi-Inari shrine(Hundreds of Shrine gates) in one day. I believe this tour is suitable for beginner of Kyoto travelers.

Kyoto highlights (Kyoto departure)

Timeless Kyoto: A Day of Walking and Wonder

Step into Kyoto’s heart on this unforgettable walking tour. Begin at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, then stroll through historic lanes like Sannen-zaka and Ninen-zaka. Admire Yasaka Pagoda, relax at Chion-in Temple, and end at Fushimi Inari Shrine with its iconic red torii gates. Along the way, I’ll share hidden gems and local stories. Having lived in Kyoto for over five years and with my wife’s local roots, I’m your personal guide to the city’s best-kept secrets. Don’t miss this unique Kyoto experience!

Timeless Kyoto: A Day of Walking and Wonder

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Do you want to see the most relevant in Kyoto? This is your tour. We'll be visiting the best and most famous places and locations in Kyoto, and you know? I prefer to keep it close and personal, so we'll adapt the itinerary according to your special needs, meaning that depending on time we may be adding other great, astonishing places to the established itinerary.

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Golden Temple, Bamboo Forest, Nostalgic Tram Ride Tour

Keifuku Tram is beloved as "Randen" by Kyoto local. You can enjoy the nostalgic tram ride that takes you the Bamboo forest path in the precinct of Tenryuji temple. This tour takes you to Ryoanji temple that is famous for its rock garden and the Golden temple (Kinkakuji). This tour also includes strolling in the Geisya district of Kamishichiken.

Golden Temple, Bamboo Forest, Nostalgic Tram Ride Tour

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

One day bike tour to southern part of Kyoto, Uji and Fushimi

In this tour, we can visit all the must-see places in the southern part of Kyoto together. Fushimi, known for the Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousand torii gates and sake breweries, and Uji, famous for its matcha and the Phoenix Hall, each hold a unique position in Kyoto. During this tour, I, who have lived in Uji for three years and now work in Fushimi, will share the charm of these two towns from a local's perspective, as we explore by bicycle.

One day bike tour to southern part of Kyoto, Uji and Fushimi

Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

Experience the charm of tranquility in a mountain temple. Take a 3km walk around the foothills of the Higashiyama Mountain Range, visiting shrines and temples along the path. Starting at Seikanji Temple on Mt. Kiyomizu (242m height), follow the Uta-no-Nakayama Road to Kiyomizu-dera. Then, go through Sanneizaka and Nene-no-michi, and reach Maruyama Park and Yasaka Shrine. Along the way, we can feel old stories of tragic love while enjoying panoramic views of the Kyoto cityscape.

Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

Discover Kyoto’s rich cultural heritage on this full-day guided tour (6-7h). Explore shrines, temples, traditional streets, and even local hidden spots if you’d like. Perfect for first-time visitors and anyone wanting to experience the true spirit of Kyoto. This model course can be customized to your preferences after booking. Pace: Moderate, with walking, bus and train (or taxi if you'd like) Best for: Culture lovers, history fans, and first-time visitors

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

This is customized private tour in Kyoto which guests can create easily by selecting any spots from a list of popular tourist destinations. The list consists of 16 tourist destinations (S01-16) that are very popular especially among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection the guide will arrange best itinerary with tour cost and feedback proper offer to the guest for formal booking.

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Kyoto had been the capital of Japan for 1000 years and has many wonderful places to visit. Please choose a few places among the following sightseeing spots, as you like. If you have any other preferable spots, please let me know. I'll guide you as many places as possible. Please note that some places are located in a little far away from the center of the city and it may need some time to go and come back.

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

This tour covers the most popular spots in Kyoto with scenic beauty.The spots are selected from Fushimi area, Arashiyama area, and Kitayama area of Kyoto.From the point of scenic beauty, you will see Fushimi Inari Grand Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo grove, and Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, whereyou can take memorable pictures. You will visit the major scenic sites in one day effectively. These three areas are apart from each other, but can be travelled by JR-train and bus in relatively short time.

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

A Full Day In Kyoto: Food, Geishas, Temples

A perfect blend of taste and tradition—start with a delicious food tour at Nishiki Market, featuring 7 types of Japanese food (included in the price). Then stroll through the historic Gion district and visit iconic landmarks like the Yasaka Pagoda, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and Kodaiji Temple. Ideal for first-time visitors who want to experience Kyoto’s culture, scenery, and flavors in one memorable day!

A Full Day In Kyoto: Food, Geishas, Temples

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

This course has four choices. Please select one of the four courses shown below. Rick will guide you deep inside the Kyoto history, culture, tradition and nature in each course. Each course can be customized upon your request as far as possible. Every course has spectacular spots which will satisfy you with visiting Kyoto!

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

Kyoto was the ancient capital of Japan from 794 over one thousand years. I would like to introduce you Nijo Castle, Arashiyama bamboo Forest, Tenryuji Temple, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden pavilion), and Fushimi Inari Taisha. Fushimi Inari Taisha has 1,000 shrine gates, It had been ranked top among most popular scenic spots in Japan by foreign tourists for 6 years in a row. Your entrance fee is 2,300 yen /person..

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

South part of Kyoto

This tour covers the most popular spots in South Kyoto. We will visit Fushimi Inari Shrine(available to do hiking) and Sanjyu sangendo. I will meet at your hotel lobby. The itinerary can be customized according to your request.

South part of Kyoto

Experience the BEST of KYOTO!

For 8 hours, we will explore Kyoto's symbolic places and marvel at its over 1100-year-old history, culture, traditions, and food. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience this wonderful former capital of Japan with only a day or two to spare for traveling in the region.

Experience the BEST of KYOTO!

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More Private Tours in Kyoto

Japanese Kyoto Private Tours

Kyoto's must-see attractions and World Heritage sites in one day.

Kyoto's must-see attractions and World Heritage sites in one day.

Hilights in Kyoto & Nara

We will visit three highlights in Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Bamboo Grove & Tenryuji Temple in Arashiyama and Kinkakuji Temple and visit two highlights in Nara, Todaiji Temple and Nara Deer Park. You will fully enjoy these places and get in touch with feelings of Kyoto and Nara cultures.

Hilights in Kyoto & Nara

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Shall we explore some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Kyoto while most tourists are preparing for their tour? I would also like to take you some hidden gemes in Kyoto. Beat the crowds!

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Perfect Trip in Kyoto

Perfect Trip in Kyoto

Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialities

Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialities

My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour

My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour

Premium tour of Kyoto (1) : Arashiyama, Nijo-jo Castle & Kinkakuji temple

Premium tour of Kyoto (1) : Arashiyama, Nijo-jo Castle & Kinkakuji temple

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Kyoto highlights (Kyoto departure)

This Kyoto highlight tour includes the most popular destinations in Kyoto, Arashiyama Bamboo trail, Golden Pavilion, Gion (Geisha district), Fushimi-Inari shrine(Hundreds of Shrine gates) in one day. I believe this tour is suitable for beginner of Kyoto travelers.

Kyoto highlights (Kyoto departure)

Timeless Kyoto: A Day of Walking and Wonder

Timeless Kyoto: A Day of Walking and Wonder

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Golden Temple, Bamboo Forest, Nostalgic Tram Ride Tour

Golden Temple, Bamboo Forest, Nostalgic Tram Ride Tour

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! *This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! *You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

One day bike tour to southern part of Kyoto, Uji and Fushimi

One day bike tour to southern part of Kyoto, Uji and Fushimi

Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

A Full Day In Kyoto: Food, Geishas, Temples

A Full Day In Kyoto: Food, Geishas, Temples

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

South part of Kyoto

This tour covers the most popular spots in South Kyoto. We will visit Fushimi Inari Shrine(available to do hiking) and Sanjyu sangendo. I will meet at your hotel lobby. The itinerary can be customized according to your request.

South part of Kyoto

Experience the BEST of KYOTO!

For 8 hours, we will explore Kyoto's symbolic places and marvel at its over 1100-year-old history, culture, traditions, and food. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience this wonderful former capital of Japan with only a day or two to spare for traveling in the region.

Experience the BEST of KYOTO!

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Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!