Kyoto: private and customized tour (walking/public transportation) 4 hr guided tour

Get to know and explore the most beautiful and iconic places of historic Kyoto in a personalized experience, during which we will go by foot/public transportation between the different destinations of your choice.
Discover the most beautiful and iconic places in Kyoto! We have made a selection of the must-see places in the city, from which you can choose only the places that interest you, according to your tastes or expectations.
If you don't know what to choose, we will also help you choose something that suits your taste!

According to your choice and your interests, we will design the route that suits you best, starting from your hotel and ending at a strategic place so you can continue enjoying the city at the end of the tour.

We will visit some of the places on the following list (For example, in general, and depending on the proximity of the places, we recommend that you choose between 2 and 3 places for a 4-hour tour). If you want to extend the time to visit more places (or a shorter tour) consult us.

● Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) dazzling gold-covered Zen temple, surrounded by a serene pond and Zen gardens, declared a World Heritage Site.
● Arashiyama (Bamboo Forest) Area with beautiful bamboo forests and spectacular views of the Katsura River and mountains.
● Tenryuji Temple, a World Heritage Site, this Zen temple is renowned for its landscaped garden, designed to harmonize with the surrounding mountains. Located in Arashiyama.
● Fushimi Inari Taisha (Thousands of Red Torii Gates ) famous for its thousands of vermilion torii that form mystical paths on the slope of Mount Inari.
● Gion (Geisha Quarter)
● Nijo-jo Castle (Former Imperial Villa / residence of the Tokugawa Shogun)
● Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a Buddhist temple known for its majestic wooden terrace with panoramic views of the city and its vibrant natural environment that changes with each season, a World Heritage Site.
● Sannenzaka, Ninenzaka and Yasaka no to Pagoda (Hokanji Temple), one of Kyoto's most iconic landmarks, are two picturesque cobblestone streets in Kyoto, lined with traditional stores and teahouses.
Nishiki Market, the oldest market in the city, where you can shop and sample many local dishes.
● Ryoanji (dry Zen garden) This temple houses one of Japan's most famous Zen rock gardens, a sublime example of Japanese landscape design.
● Toufukuji Temple, a majestic Zen complex famous for its landscaped gardens, impressive Tsutenkyo Bridge and vibrant autumn foliage.
● Ginkakuji Temple (Silver Pavilion) Iconic Zen shrine in Kyoto that combines historic architecture with serene sand and moss gardens, wabi-sabi aesthetics.
● The Philosopher's Path, picturesque canal-side path lined with cherry trees.
● Nanzenji Temple, imposing Zen complex surrounded by gardens, known for its historic brick aqueduct and enchanting atmosphere.
● Heian jingu, a Shinto shrine known for its imposing red torii, extensive landscaped gardens and architecture replicating the style of the Heian period.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.