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Design your perfect day in Kyoto with a private guide and full flexibility
Discover Kyoto’s most treasured World Heritage sites on your own terms. This 8-hour private tour allows you to choose the landmarks you want to visit, set your own schedule, and enjoy personalized insights from a knowledgeable local guide.
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- Explore Kyoto’s World Heritage Sites at your own pace with a private guide
- Build your own itinerary — choose the attractions you want to visit
- Enjoy flexible start times that fit your travel schedule
- Gain cultural insights and local knowledge from an experienced guide
- Get help curating a personalized, efficient route to match your interests
Full Description
Experience the beauty and history of Kyoto on a private full-day tour tailored completely to you. With your own English-speaking guide and a flexible 8-hour schedule, you can explore the city’s rich heritage without rushing.
Whether you want to see iconic temples, tranquil gardens, bustling shopping streets, or hidden gems, your guide will assist in creating an efficient and enjoyable itinerary. Simply choose your preferred sites upon booking, and your guide will help optimize the route based on distance, interest, and time.
Popular options include:
- Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) – Kyoto’s iconic gold-leaf-covered Zen temple
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple – A UNESCO site with panoramic views over the city
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove – A stunning natural walkway through towering bamboo
- Tenryuji Temple – A peaceful temple with beautiful Zen gardens
- Philosopher’s Path – A charming canal-side stroll lined with cherry trees
- Toji Temple – Home to Kyoto’s tallest pagoda and weekly flea market
- Nijo Castle – Historic palace with beautiful gardens and “nightingale floors”
Not sure what to see? Let your guide recommend a well-balanced day based on your interests — whether you love history, architecture, nature, or off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Itinerary
Starting point options:
- Tully’s Coffee at Randen Arashiyama Station
- Kitaoji Station
Example Optional Stops:
- Kyoto Botanical Gardens
- Kinkaku-ji
- Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- Tenryuji Temple
- Hōkan-ji Temple
- Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka Streets
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Drop-off options:
- Kiyomizu-dera
- Genko-an Temple
Pricing
From ¥31,500 per person
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What’s Included
- English-speaking private guide
- 8-hour customizable guided tour
- Personalized route planning assistance
Meeting Point
Default Meeting Location:
Tully’s Coffee, Randen Arashiyama Station
20-2 Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto 616-8384, Japan
Your guide will be wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign. Meeting location may vary depending on tour language or area booked (Central or Northern Kyoto, English or Spanish).
Reviews
“Highly recommended!”
“Ceci was a great guide and took us to all the places we asked for. We were able to modify the tour as we went, and she was very patient and knowledgeable.”
“Unforgettable local experience”
“Katz was simply amazing — knowledgeable, kind, and flexible. He showed us hidden gems we would never have found ourselves. A fantastic way to explore the real Kyoto.”
“The best guide we’ve ever had”
“Katsuhiko-san was incredible. He messaged us beforehand, listened to our preferences, and made the day seamless. We felt like we were spending the day with a friend. He even took fantastic photos for us!”
Planning a Group Trip to Japan?
From corporate teams to friends traveling together, we create tailor-made travel packages. Enjoy VIP access, curated itineraries, and full support from our local experts. Tell us your plans, and we’ll handle the rest.
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