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Customizable Kyoto World Heritage Tour Full Day

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Customizable Kyoto World Heritage Tour Full Day

About this activity

Experience a fully customizable 8-hour private tour of Kyoto's world heritage sites with the flexibility to choose your attractions and set your start time. Explore iconic landmarks such as Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, and Kiyomizudera Temple, while enjoying the company of a knowledgeable guide who shares cultural insights and local tips. Whether you create your own itinerary or seek expert advice, your guide will help craft the perfect schedule for an unforgettable day in Kyoto.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–9
Guide
Chinese, English, Spanish
Operated by
TripGuru

Ages: Adults (2–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Tour Guide with your selected language
  • Included: 8 hours customized tour

Not included

  • Not included: Transportation Fees
  • Not included: Entrance fees
  • Not included: Meals and other drinks
  • Not included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Kyoto

    one hour

    Explore Kyoto's heritage gems on a customizable 8-hour tour with your personal guide. Tailor your itinerary by selecting attractions and setting the tour's start time. Your knowledgeable guide will assist with navigation, cultural insights, and local tips.

    Share your chosen sites during checkout, and include extra options for flexibility. Consider travel distances when planning. The listed itinerary are suggestions.

  2. Kyoto Botanical Garden

    one hour Admission not included

    Kyoto Botanical Garden is a serene oasis showcasing a diverse collection of plants and seasonal blooms, offering a peaceful escape in the heart of the city.

  3. Ota Shrine

    one hour Admission not included

    Ota Shrine in Kyoto is a serene Shinto shrine known for its picturesque iris garden, especially vibrant during the blooming season, and its tranquil, wooded surroundings.

  4. Kamigamo Shrine

    one hour Admission not included

    Kamigamo Shrine, one of Kyoto's oldest Shinto shrines, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its serene setting, traditional architecture, and vibrant annual Aoi Matsuri festival.

  5. Kinkakuji Temple

    one hour Admission not included

    Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a stunning Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, famous for its gold-leaf-covered facade and picturesque setting beside a reflective pond.

  6. Arashiyama

    one hour

    The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Kyoto is a breathtaking natural wonder, featuring towering bamboo stalks that create a serene and otherworldly atmosphere.

  7. Gion

    one hour

    The Gion District in Kyoto is a historic and charming area known for its traditional wooden machiya houses, narrow streets, and vibrant geisha culture, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.

  8. Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    one hour Admission not included

    Kiyomizu-dera is a famous Buddhist temple in Kyoto, renowned for its stunning wooden stage that offers panoramic views of the city, surrounded by lush nature and cherry blossoms in spring.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • For Central Kyoto Tour - Meeting Point: Tully's Coffee at Randen Arashiyama Station. Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign.

  • For Northern Kyoto Tour - Meeting Point: Kita oji Station Exit 1. Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign.

End point

Using your ticket

Customers are free to customize the tour based on their own requirements

What should you bring:

Camera

Comfortable shoes

Cash (for personal expenses)

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%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Central Kyoto in English

    Central Kyoto: The suggested itinerary includes visit to Arashiyama Forest, Tenryu Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, Gion District and Kiyomizudera

    Starting point:

    TULLY’S COFFEE Randen Arashiyama Station Shop, 20-2 Sagatenryūji Tsukurimichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8384, Japan

  • Northern Kyoto in Spanish

    Northern Kyoto: The suggested itinerary includes visit to Kyoto Botanical Gardens, Ota Shrine, Kamigamo Shrine and Kinkaku Temple

    Starting point:

    Kitaoji Station, Koyamakitakamifusacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8142, Japan

  • Northern Kyoto in English

    Northern Kyoto: The suggested itinerary includes visit to Kyoto Botanical Gardens, Ota Shrine, Kamigamo Shrine and Kinkaku Temple

    Starting point:

    Kitaoji Station, Koyamakitakamifusacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8142, Japan

  • Central Kyoto in Spanish

    Central Kyoto: The suggested itinerary includes visit to Arashiyama Forest, Tenryu Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, Gion District and Kiyomizudera

    Starting point:

    TULLY’S COFFEE Randen Arashiyama Station Shop, 20-2 Sagatenryūji Tsukurimichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8384, Japan

  • Central Kyoto in Chinese

    Central Kyoto: The suggested itinerary includes visit to Arashiyama Forest, Tenryu Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, Gion District and Kiyomizudera

    Starting point:

    TULLY’S COFFEE Randen Arashiyama Station Shop, 20-2 Sagatenryūji Tsukurimichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8384, Japan

  • Northern Kyoto in Chinese

    Northern Kyoto: The suggested itinerary includes visit to Kyoto Botanical Gardens, Ota Shrine, Kamigamo Shrine and Kinkaku Temple

    Starting point:

    Kitaoji Station, Koyamakitakamifusacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8142, Japan

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