Kyoto
Japanese (Native), English
4 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 7 people

Half-day Highlight of Kyoto

Highlights

The tour visit two major spots, Golden temple and Arashiyama bamboo forest.

In Cherry blossom season, we visit another cherry blossom spot ( Hirano shrine or Ninnaji temple).

Other season, we visit Ryoanji temple or another spot along Randen railroad line.

Kay F.

4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Kyoto city or other convenient station in Kyoto city

Golden temple (Kinkakuji)

Arashiyama (inc. Bamboo forest)

Nijo-castle (or Imperial Palace)

Ending Point

JR, Hankyu or Randen Arashiyama station

What to Expect

Visit two major must-see spots and have a lot of photos.

Gold coated golden temple beautiful scenery of Arashiyama

In April (usually until mid-April), you can also enjoy Hanami(cherry viewing).

Other season, you can enjoy your customized spot along Randen railroad area.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

What‘s not included

transportation fee (you and guide), Golden temple entrance fee(400JPY per adult ), etc... ,

If you would like to other temples or facilities, entrance fee is required respectively.

Important Information

In April (usually until mid-April), you can also enjoy Hanami(cherry viewing).

During the tour you walk in and around the sites you visit, so wearing sneaker shoes are recommended

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

Reviews

Winston H.

5 / 5
Sep 18, 2023

Customised tour

Had 2 days in Kyoto visiting the popular sites as well as the lesser known sites such as Mt Kurama. Kay is easy going, friendly and knowledgeable. She made my stay in Kyoto most memorable. Thank you. Winston

Kay F.

Hi, Winston. Thank you for taking time and sending me kind feedback. I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the 2-days tour. I also had a great time with you such as a quiet coffee shop you found and Mt. Kurama. Kyoto has a lot of off-the-beaten spots with their seasonal beauty other than Mt. Kurama. See you soon. Kay

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Mayu D.

5 / 5
Apr 8, 2023

Great experience

Great experience with very friendly and great knowledge guide. Thank you

Kay F.

Thank you for your feedback. Thanks to your help, we conducted a great tour. See you soon. Kay

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Mark E.

5 / 5
Jan 8, 2020

Personalized excursions to Nara and Wakayama

I enjoyed two customized long days trips organized by Kay travelling from Kyoto to lesser visited temples, shrines and nature sights in Nara and Wakayama prefectures. My wishes for the trips were fulfilled thanks to Kay’s care and guiding input.

Kay F.

Thank you for your attending the tour. I'm very happyto hear you are satisfied with Nara and Wakayama tour. Kansai area has still a lot of beautiful places to visit , so I hope you travel again and enjoy the area.

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Vivian W.

4 / 5
Jun 10, 2019

1 day Kyoto tour

Kay was very nice and kind. Showing us around Kyoto and we had a good time :)

Kay F.

Hi,Vivian. Thank you very much for your review. I also had a good time with you at Fushimi Inari, Bamboo forest, Nijo castle and Fire Ramen. I hope the rest of your Japan's trip will be a great joy :) Kay

$175/ per group