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Explore Gion the iconic Geisha district on a Private Custom Tour
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$133.91
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The world of Geisha is shrouded in mystery, but your host’s personal stories and deep local knowledge will unlock the history, culture, and traditions of Kyoto’s iconic Gion district. This is not just a tour—it’s a personalized journey designed to immerse you in the city’s rich cultural tapestry and hidden corners.
After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests and preferences. Your host will contact you personally to plan the day, ensuring an experience that’s tailored to your pace, passions, and style for an unforgettable Kyoto adventure.
After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests and preferences. Your host will contact you personally to plan the day, ensuring an experience that’s tailored to your pace, passions, and style for an unforgettable Kyoto adventure.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Kyoto Geisha Tour, 2HRS
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
- Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
- Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
- Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.
- Gratuities (optional)
- Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
- Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Meeting point
Your host will be waiting directly in front of the store’s main entrance, under the roof-covered area.
Return details
Your host will be waiting directly in front of the store’s main entrance, under the roof-covered area.
- Immerse yourself in Kyoto’s most iconic and historic district, Gion, where the spirit of the city’s Geisha culture lives on. Explore narrow, lantern-lit streets lined with traditional wooden machiya houses, ancient teahouses, and hidden shrines, all brought to life by your local host’s rich storytelling. Before your adventure begins, you’ll complete a short questionnaire to share your interests—whether you’re curious about geiko and maiko traditions, intrigued by Kyoto’s architecture, or eager to discover lesser-known spots. Your host will design a fully personalized route to match your passions and pace. Here are some highlights you might explore: Important: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences. (pass by)
- Stroll along Gion’s most famous street, renowned for its historic ochaya (teahouses) and well-preserved Edo-period architecture. Your host will point out subtle cultural markers and offer tips on authentic local dining spots that you might otherwise miss. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed, and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences (pass by)
- Visit the revered Yasaka Shrine, a key spiritual landmark nestled between Gion and Higashiyama. With a history spanning over 1,300 years, this Shinto shrine is central to many of Kyoto’s famous festivals. Your host will explain its rituals and the significance of its bright vermilion gates and iconic lanterns. (pass by)
- Wander along Shinbashi Dori, one of Kyoto’s most picturesque streets, framed by willow trees and traditional facades. Pause at Tatsumi Bridge, a beloved photo spot with deep local significance, and hear your host’s stories about its role in Gion’s cultural fabric. (pass by)
- Conclude your tour in Pontocho Alley, a narrow passage famous for its blend of traditional Kyoto charm and vibrant nightlife. Your host will guide you through its maze of intimate bars and restaurants, sharing insider knowledge and recommendations for the best places to continue your exploration after the tour. (pass by)
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Explore Gion the iconic Geisha district on a Private Custom Tour
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$133.91
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!