Kyoto Private Night Tour with Autumn Illumination (Hotel Pick-up)

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About this activity

【Available exclusively in October and November】

(2026 Autom Light-up Schedule)

Arashiyama 9/30 ~ 11/8

To-ji Temple 10/31 ~ 12/13

Katsuo-ji Temple 11/1 ~ 11/30 (only Sunday & Saturday)

Kiyomizu Temple 11/21~11/30

Experience the Magic Autumn Nights with a local guide.

Light-Up Tour

Historic temples, serene bamboo groves, and majestic waterfalls transform into vibrant landscapes of glowing autumn foliage during this special seasonal night illumination tour.

Merging heritage sites with modern lighting artistry, the journey features Arashiyama's bamboo path, To-ji’s five-story pagoda reflecting on pond waters, Katsuo-ji and Minoh Waterfall, and the panoramic night view from Kiyomizu-dera's famous wooden stage.

Designed for international travelers, this journey offers a seamless way to experience the peak of Japanese autumn aesthetics after dark.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Japan Luxury Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–15 years) · Adults (16–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Booster seat
Included: Emergency Local Assistance (in Japanese and English)
Included: Parking fees: 1000 yen per group
Included: Surcharges on fuel: 2500 yen per group
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Local English and Japanese Speaking Guide
Included: Wi-Fi on Board
Included: Entrance fees: 1800-3000 yen per person
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Dinner
Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

Arashiyama Kimono Forest

30 min Admission included

Experience the magical Arashiyama Tsukitouro, where you can wander through Kyoto's world-famous Bamboo Grove transformed by stunning nighttime illuminations, 1,500 bamboo lanterns, and mystical mist for an unforgettable evening adventure.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

30 min

Visiting Fushimi Inari at night offers a magical, crowd-free experience where you can walk through the glowing vermilion torii gates in peaceful silence while enjoying a mysterious atmosphere and beautiful night views of Kyoto.
To-ji Temple

30 min Admission included

Experience the breathtaking Toji Temple nighttime illumination, where you can admire the iconic five-story pagoda and historic temple grounds beautifully lit up against the autumn leaves, creating a magical reflection in Hyotan Pond that offers an unforgettable evening in Kyoto.
Katsuo-ji Temple

30 min Admission included

Experience the breathtaking autumn illuminations at Katsuo-ji Temple, where vast mountain grounds filled with vibrant red and yellow foliage and thousands of iconic "daruma" wishing dolls are magically lit up against the night sky, creating an enchanting and unforgettable evening landscape.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple

30 min Admission included

Don't miss one of Kyoto's most iconic autumn spectacles. The grand wooden stage of Kiyomizu-dera, perched on a hillside, and the surrounding sea of blazing autumn maples are dramatically illuminated, offering a sweeping, panoramic night view overlooking the twinkling lights of Kyoto city.
Hogon-ji Temple

30 min

Enjoy an off-the-beaten-path adventure that transforms a deep mountain trek into a mystical journey, allowing you to explore the quiet, uncommercialized forest trails of Mount Ushio, connect with the ancient roots of Kiyomizu-dera far away from the crowds, and experience the raw, atmospheric serenity of a historic temple under the moonlight.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hananoie
Business Hotel Sun Royal
Business Hotel Pony
Hanazono Kaikan
Rakurakuso
Senzanso
KIORI Exec Muromachi
KIORI Exec Gojo
Hotel Chronos Kyoto
Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
Shiki Resort Kyoto Kamogawaso
Chikashige

and 740 more pickup points

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

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Katsuo-ji Temple & Minowa Fall

Duration: 3 hours

11/1 ~ 11/30 (Only Sun & Sat)

Pickup included
Kiyomizu & Hogan-ji Temple

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

11/21 ~ 11/30 (Only 10 days)

Pickup included
Arashiyama & Fushimi Inari

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

9/30 ~ 11/8 (Only 40 days)

Pickup included
Kiyomizu & To-ji Temple

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

11/21 ~ 11/30 (Only 10 days)

Pickup included
Arashiyama & To-ji Temple

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

10/31 ~ 11/8 (Only 9 days)

Pickup included
To-ji Temple & Fushimi Inari

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

10/31 ~ 12/13 (Only 44 days)

Pickup included