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Kyoto 6h Private Tour Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu, Gion & Hidden Gems

5.0 (20 reviews) 5 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Kyoto 6h Private Tour Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu, Gion & Hidden Gems

About this activity

If you have only a half day and want to optimize your experience in Kyoto, this tour is the best for you.

7 must-see spots in east and south of Kyoto, including one hidden gem!!

A professional local guide shows you the most comfortable and convenient way to the spots.

You can enjoy walking along with the beautiful sceneries, paths, and back alleys that only the local people know. Please enjoy the top 7 spots with the beautiful stories of your guide.

*This tour uses both taxis and public transportation to save your time and energy.

*We also welcome Japanese who are studying English and want to visit top 7 must-see points in Kyoto.

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At a glance

Duration
5 h 30 min
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–7
Guide
English
Operated by
EE tour

What is included

Included

  • Included: Selected Local Professional Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Public transportation fee: 150 yen per person for public transportation
  • Not included: Taxi fee: About 2500~3000 yen per one taxi
  • Not included: Admission fee: about 1500 yen per person for all temples
  • Not included: Pick up service

Itinerary

  1. Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    one hour

    Fushimi Inari Shrine is the most popular place in Kyoto nowadays. It was selected as No1 place In Japan 5 times by TripAdvisor. You can go through the One thousand Torii gates, where the gods of business are enshrined. It will become a precious experience for you.

  2. Chishaku-in

    40 min Admission not included

    This temple is a hidden gem, which has a beautiful Japanese garden.

    You can sit back and relax, enjoying its very Kyoto atmosphere,

  3. Sanjusangendo Temple

    one hour Admission not included

    This temple has the largest number of national treasures in Japan. It is very famous for its Japan's longest wooden structure with 1000 Statues of Cannon, the goddess of mercy.

    It’s so amazing!! You can’t miss it.

  4. Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    one hour Admission not included

    Kiyomizu Temple is also a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. It is very famous for its' huge balcony where you can enjoy the panoramic view of Kyoto.

  5. Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

    one hour

    Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka slopes are lined with traditional wooden buildings.

    They are souvenir shops. Please enjoy finding out the presents for your friends!!

  6. Yasaka Pagoda

    5 min

    5 story pagoda is the landmark of Kyoto. Don't forget to take pictures here.

    We just look at it from the outside.

  7. Gion

    20 min

    Gion Geisha district has many party- places with Maiko and Geiko.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Your guide meets you in front of “Kyo-Navi”, Kyoto Tourist Information Center.

    *Please come close to the “West Gate“ of JR Kyoto station. Nearby, you’ll see the main entrance of “Kyoto JR Isetan” department store on the 2nd floor. On the left-hand side of it, you’ll find “Kyo-Navi.”

End point

  • Around Gion Area

    Your guide informs you how to get to your next spot after the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • You will visit so many places only half day so you can not change the itinerary and starting point.

  • This tour will take you to not only tourist attractions, but also to nice Japanese-style streets and back alleys. Please wear comfortable shoes.

  • Please be sure to have some Japanese Yen ready before joining the tour. Many places in Japan do not accept other but yens, such as entrance fee, cab fare, public transportation, souvenirs, etc.

  • Since there is no time to eat lunch on this tour, it is recommended that you finish your lunch first.

Options

  • for 4 to 7 people

    including children: Attention! This price is for 4-7 participants.

    If you have 1-3 tour participants, please click on another option.

  • for 1 to 3 people

    including children: This price is for 1-3 participants.

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