Gion Tour & Maiko or Geisha Dinner with Licensed Guide

4.7 (7 reviews) 4 hours Private tour

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Gion Tour & Maiko or Geisha Dinner with Licensed Guide — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The picture shown is for illustrative purposes only. One Maiko or Geisha will be arranged for your tour, selection is not available. Please note that music is pre-recorded and not performed live. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional Japanese culture with this exclusive 4-hour tour. Explore Gion on a 90-minute guided walk with a licensed guide and learn about the district’s rich history, customs, and traditions.

After sightseeing, your guide will accompany you to enjoy a beautifully presented Kaiseki meal and spend time with a Geisha or Maiko in an authentic Kyoto setting. Unlike other tours with shows made specifically for overseas visitors, this tour lets you experience what it’s really like to dine with a Geisha or Maiko. There are no flashy shows or fast dances—just the wabi-sabi of real Kyoto. You can ask questions, speak with the Geisha/Maiko, and join in classic ozashiki asobi (traditional Geisha games).

Important Notes:

1: Per local custom, guests are asked to purchase one drink for the Maiko or Geisha.

2: Only one Maiko or Geisha will be arranged for your experience; selection is not available.

3: Please note that music is pre-recorded and not performed live.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Japan Guide Agency

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Kaiseki dinner at Gion Hayakawa
Included: Meet up with guide on foot at Kyoto Station or local Kyoto Hotel
Included: Maiko or Geisha performance
Included: Licensed English-speaking guide
Included: The first 2 drinks
Included: 90 minutes guided tour *walking tour

Not included

Not included: Date cannot be changed post booking
Not included: Any meeting place outside of Kyoto city (Osaka, Nara, Tokyo, etc.)
Not included: First two drinks are included in the tour price, but the third onward, there is a charge
Not included: Any other personal expenses

Itinerary

Kyoto Station Building

Passing by

You will meet your guide at Kyoto station or your hotel in Kyoto station. *We can only pick you up within Kyoto City.
Gion

1 h 30 min

You will look around Gion District with a licensed and local guide. Your guide will teach you about the history of the historical Geiko district of Gion and many areas that you would never be able to find without a guide. This walking tour is 90 mins long and cannot be completed with a vehicle.

We ask that you respect the privacy of the Geiko and Maiko in the area. Please do not take photos without permission and refrain from making loud noises.
Stop 3

2 hours

Enjoy an authentic Japanese Kaiseki dinner with the elegant Maiko or Geiko performance.

*The tour price includes dinner and drinks.

*You’ll have two hours to enjoy your meal.
Kyoto Station Building

30 min

Return to your hotel or at an easily accessible station

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Tune Stay Kyoto
Almont Hotel Kyoto
Azumaya Ryokan Kyoto
Hifumi Ryokan
Kyoto Plaza Hotel
Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Tower Hotel
Owariya Ryokan
Rokan Ginkaku Kyoto
Rinn Kyoto Station West
Uoiwa Ryokan
Hotel Kuu Kyoto

and 114 more pickup points

This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will be seated on the floor for the meal. Should you have back problems, please inform us at the time of booking.
Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 90 mins from the tour start.
Please note that bare feet are not permitted. Kindly bring socks.