Your most memorable tour in Kyoto

Day Trip

Kazuhiko G.

4.76 / 5
(172 reviews)
Kyoto
English
8 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 15 people

Kyoto is an ancient capital that has existed for over 1000 years.

There are many shrines and temples, and you can also see traditional Japanese culture such as

tea ceremony and flower arrangement.

You can also see the beautiful scenery that will take your breath away.

Please feel Kyoto, which can be said to be the origin of Japan, with all five senses.

Meeting Point

Pre-determined location (At your Hotel Lobby etc.)

At your Hotel Lobby

Fushimi Inari Shinto Shrine

Arashiyama area (Bamboo Forest etc.)

Kinkakuji Temple

Ryo-an ji Temple

Kiyomizu Temple

Sanjyu-san- Gendo Temple

Nijyo-jyo castle

Kyoto Imperial Palace

Ending Point

The location requested by the customer.

Want to personalize this tour?

  • Our tours can be customized according to your needs and preferences
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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee, Pick-up at your designated location

What‘s not included

・Transportation fee (you and guide)

Total is less than about 1000 yen each.

・Entrance fee

Total is less than about 2000 yen each.

・Lunch fee (you and guide)

Important Information

Please feel free to contact me!!

*You will know following items.

・Japanese garden style and architecture

・Differnce between Shinto (Japanese original religion) and Buddhism

・The meaning of Torii gate etc.

・The type of Buddha statue

・How to pray at Shinto shrine and Buddhist temple

・Japanese history

・Japanese traditional cuisine

・Others

*This rate is for groups of 3 or more. For two people or less, the fee is 30000 yen (231 USD *130 yen per USD)

*No additional fee will be charged if the tour time exceeds the scheduled 8 hours.

*Based on this page, I will prepare an invoice according to your requirements.

*This is a flexible tour and you can change the itinerary and destinations at any time.

*Those coming to Kyoto for tours from other areas, such as Osaka, will also be guided to

 Kyoto from the nearest station or hotel.

 For example, if you are coming from Osaka, we will guide you from your hotel.

*However, train fare and time to Kyoto will be required.

 Train fare (Osaka →Kyoto : 4.4 USD (Adult)/2.2 USD (Child) *130 yen per USD

  Time (Hotel in Osaka →Kyoto : about 1 hour)

*Each customer has different requirements, so I will prepare invoices according to each customer's needs.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main features of this tour?

I don't just guide you. I will do my best to make your trip more memorable by responding to your various requests.

Is it possible to change the itinerary?

Yes, at any time. I will adapt to your requests.

Can you guide me to spots outside of Kyoto?

Yes. I can also guide you to following spots, so please feel free to contact me.

Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Himeji (National Treasure Castle), Hikone (National Traesure Castle),

Takayama & Shirakawa-go

Reviews

M

Mai Anh

5 / 5
Sep 14, 2024

Your most memorable tour in Osaka

Hello , we did have a great time with Kazu , really nice and friendly tour guide. It was lovely to know the Japan history and understand the culture. Pleased to send our compliments and give a great score to Kazu!!!

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thanks for the nice review. I apologize for making you walk a lot in the heat. Have you recovered from your fatigue? I had a great time too. I hope this tour will be a memorable tour for you in Japan. Thank you!!

Sian W.

5 / 5
Sep 1, 2024

Family 3 Day Tour with Kazuhiro

Kazuhiro was everything we hoped for. Professional, prepared, thoughtful, knowledgeable and accommodating. I would highly recommend him as your guide. I had no worries as he took good care of us. His handouts and binder of information was very informative. He took great care in sharing his knowledge with us. His English is very good and we had no communication challenges. Thanks for a wonderful 3 days!!

Kazuhiko G.

Thank you for the nice review. I apologize for making you walk a lot in the hot weather. I apologize for any inconvenience caused by train delays. I hope you will recover from your fatigue soon. I was also happy to have spent three enjoyable days with your family. I hope this tour will be a tour to remember. Thank you!!

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E L.

5 / 5
Aug 26, 2024

Best of Kyoto

Kazuhiko was a fabulous guide that managed to guide us to four sites in eight hours. Navigating public transit was a breeze with his leadership, and I felt like I was really a local. He is knowledgeable and very happy to take our photos. I would recommend him to anyone wanting a whirlwind tour of the most important sites in Kyoto.

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you for the nice review. I had a great time as well. Sorry for making you walk a lot in the very hot weather. I hope this tour will be one of the most memorable tours in Japan. Thank you !!

Adam K.

5 / 5
Aug 8, 2024

Most memorable tour in Kyoto

Dear Mr. Kazuhiko, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the wonderful guided tour of Kyoto's historic landmarks. Your extensive knowledge and passion for the city's rich history truly enriched our experience. Your ability to convey the significance of each site, from the serene beauty of Kinkaku-ji to the profound spirituality of Fushimi Inari Shrine, left a lasting impression on us. Moreover, your anecdotes and insights provided invaluable context, making the tour both educational and engaging. I especially appreciated your patience and willingness to answer our questions, which further deepened our understanding of Kyoto's cultural heritage. Your professionalism and warmth made the tour not only informative but also enjoyable. Thank you once again for a memorable experience. I will certainly recommend your services to anyone visiting Kyoto in the future. Warm regards, Beata & Adam

Kazuhiko G.

Dear Beata & Adam, Thank you for the nice review. I am sorry for making you walk a lot in the hot weather. Have you recovered from the fatigue? I had a great time too. Thank you very much!! I hope this tour will be a memorable one in Japan, and I hope you will come back to Japan again. Best regards, Kazuhiko Goto

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