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Kyoto, Japan, has 1,706 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace. Also worth exploring nearby: Otsu, Uji, Nara, Osaka.
01Things to do

Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Buddhist temple

Kinkaku-ji Temple
Japanese garden

Ginkaku-ji Temple
Japanese garden
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Royal palace

Ryōan-ji Temple
Buddhist temple
Tō-ji Temple
Buddhist temple
02Activities to book
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Kyoto has 1,706 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Kyoto Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Geisha », « PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour », « From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour ».
According to traveller reviews: « 10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour » (5.0/5, 1,400 reviews) ; « Award-Winning Authentic Ramen Making Experience in Kyoto » (5.0/5, 2,709 reviews) ; « Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine » (5.0/5, 448 reviews).
Not to be missed in Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Ryōan-ji Temple, Tō-ji Temple.
Usually, yes: 24 of the 24 most popular activities in Kyoto offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.
Close to Kyoto: Otsu, Uji, Nara, Osaka, Kobe.
Duration
8 h
Language
English
Guidance
Guide
Group
Up to 8 pers.
Booking
Instant confirmation
Lead time
Book up to 3 h before departure
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tickets
One per booking
Cancellation
Free cancellation available
Discover Kyoto your way with a 100% personalized private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and travel style. Before your tour, tell us where you would like to go and what you would like to see or experience. We’ll help create a customized itinerary and share it with you in advance for your review and confirmation. Explore Kyoto’s historic temples and shrines, traditional neighborhoods, beautiful gardens, local food, and cultural landmarks. Visit places such as Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, Nishiki Market, and more. You can also request assistance with restaurant reservations, cultural experiences, shopping, or special activities. On the day, your private guide will meet you at the agreed location and accompany you according to your confirmed itinerary. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups who want to explore Kyoto at their own pace. Your interests. Your itinerary. Your Kyoto experience.
Choose your option when you book.
Pickup included
Arashiyama Kimono Forest
We will walk to the bamboo forest, the town.
Temple du Pavillon d’or (Kinkaku-ji)
This is the Golden Pavilion. You will see over 600 years old bonsai tree here. we will reach here by bus or train.
Fushimi Inari-taisha
The whole walking is about 2 hours but we will do the short course which will take about less than 30 minutes
Nishiki Market Shopping District
The market is well-known for Kyoto kitchen. We can have lunch here if you don't mind standing and crowded people.
Gion
After the Nishiki Market, we can walk here and continue walking to Ninenzaka up to Kiyomizudera. Hopefully we can spot some Geisha here
Temple Kiyomizu-dera
To come up here, we need to walk pass Ninenzaka, Sanenzaka area. The area is steep with stairs and shops on both side
Pickup or meet at the departure point.
Pickup points: Hotel, Harbour (1449 stops served).
Pickup about 15 min before departure.
You can specify your pickup location when booking.
Choose a pickup location
We will be picking you up at your hotel, station. Before the tour, we will be reaching you via WhatsApp confirming the pick up location
In front of the Cruise Terminal
The return is at the same place.
Pricing per group (up to 8 people).
1 traveler(s) minimum · 8 maximum per booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 5518930P1
Activity offered by Japan Private Tours via Viator.