Kyoto Uncovered: One Full-Day Private Experience for First-Timers

Kyoto Uncovered: One Full-Day Private Experience for First-Timers

By Ahmed Abu Tayeh

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
8h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Multiple languages

Overview

Tour itinerary is planned based on hiring a car/van for 8 hours in Kyoto. Transport fee -Cash to the driver in tour day: Up to 5 : ¥100,000 ,if more than 5 please let me know in advance. The tour covers the top sightseeing spots of Kyoto and long enough to cover them all.

1- As you only have 1 day in Kyoto, I can show you the best spots in Kyoto visitors enjoy that others would need at least two days to see.

2- Understanding the culture and life in Japan from a foreign prospective.

Itenerary is shown here, however, you can still customise it in arrangement with the guide.

09:00 Meeting at your hotel in Kyoto
09:30 Fushimi Inari shrine
11:00 Bamboo forest and Nonomiya Shrine
12:30 Kinkaku-ji temple
14:00 Nishiki Market/ Lunch break
15:30 Pontocho and Gion (Geisha district)
17:00 Tour Finish

Activity location

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
- 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi-ku,
- 612-0882, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Port of Kobe
- 5 Chome
- 650-0045, 5 Chome, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Kyoto Uncovered: One Full-Day Private Experience for First-Timers

8h
English

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

€421.74 x 1 Traveller€421.74

Total

What's included, what's not

Transport cost is NOT included. Please carefully review the exclusions listed below.
Tour guiding and management, driver arrangemet
Transport(cash):up to up to 5 travellers: pick up/drop off in Kyoto. Osaka/Kobe, its 20,000 more
Entrance fees
Service charge are always appreciated but never expected (In case your experience was exceptional)
Lunch

Know before you book

Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

1h

Embark on a spiritual journey at Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its thousands of iconic red torii gates that create a mesmerising path through lush forest trails. Discover the beauty and mystique of this ancient Shinto shrine, dedicated to the deity of rice and prosperity, with stunning views and serene surroundings. Perfect for hikers and culture enthusiasts, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage in Kyoto.

Bamboo Forest Street

1h
Admission ticket not included

Immerse yourself in the enchanting Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama, where towering bamboo stalks create a serene and otherworldly atmosphere. Visit the historic Nonomiya Shrine, a hidden gem nestled within the bamboo grove, offering a tranquil escape and a touch of ancient tradition. Complete your journey with a stroll through the stunning gardens of Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where meticulously landscaped grounds provide a perfect blend of natural beauty and Zen serenity.

Kinkakuji Temple

1h
Admission ticket not included

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto's iconic Golden Pavilion, shimmering brilliantly against its serene pond backdrop. Stroll through the exquisite gardens, reflecting the harmonious blend of nature and artistry that defines this UNESCO World Heritage site. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and photographers, this tour promises an unforgettable glimpse into Japan's architectural splendour and tranquil elegance.

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1h

Nishiki Market, located in Kyoto, Japan, is a lively shopping street famous for its wide variety of fresh food and local specialities. Often called “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” it offers everything from sushi and pickles to sweets and handcrafted goods. The narrow, covered market is a must-visit spot for experiencing traditional Japanese flavours and culture.

Gion

1h

After visiting Kiyomizu-dera, stroll through the Gion district, Kyoto’s renowned geisha area. Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional Japanese culture as you wander along narrow streets lined with wooden machiya houses, teahouses, and shops. Gion is one of the few places where you can spot geiko (geisha) and maiko (apprentice geisha) dressed in exquisite kimonos, bringing the past to life. The district offers a perfect blend of cultural elegance and history, making it an essential stop on your Kyoto journey.

Location

Activity location

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
- 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi-ku,
- 612-0882, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Port of Kobe
- 5 Chome
- 650-0045, 5 Chome, Japan
Port of Osaka
- 1 1
- 552-0022, Osaka, Osaka, Japan
Kyoto
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Tokyo Station
- 9
- 100-0005, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan
Kyoto
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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