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Kyoto Private Full Day Tour with English Speaking Driver

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$499
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Experience Kyoto privately, comfortably, and entirely on your schedule. Unlike crowded group tours, this is your day, your pace, your Kyoto.

Your professional English-speaking driver picks you up directly from your hotel, no train navigation, no language barriers, no stress. Over 10 immersive hours, explore 8 of Kyoto's most iconic landmarks in a private air-conditioned vehicle reserved exclusively for your group.

What makes us different:
Truly private: only your group, no strangers
Flexible itinerary: customizable to your preferences
Driver doubles as a knowledgeable local guide
Family-friendly: child seats & wheelchair accessible
Door-to-door hotel pickup & drop-off included
Free in-car Wi-Fi throughout the day

Book today and experience Kyoto like never before!
Kyoto Private Full Day Tour with English Speaking Driver
Duration: 1 hour: For additional hour the cost will be 10,000 JPY
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 9 hours

  • All fuel costs, highway tolls, and parking fees
  • Professional English-speaking driver with local knowledge of Kyoto's history and culture
  • One infant/child safety seat (upon request at time of booking)
  • Free Wi-Fi inside the vehicle throughout the tour
  • Bottled water for all passengers
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for your group only (no shared passengers)
  • Meals

  • Kinkakuji Temple
    Marvel at one of Japan's most iconic landmarks, a Zen Buddhist temple whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf, perfectly reflected in the mirror-like pond surrounding it. Your driver will guide you to the best viewing angles and share the fascinating history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
    Walk through thousands of vermilion torii gates that wind up the forested slopes of Mount Inari. This iconic Shinto shrine is dedicated to the god of rice and prosperity, and the tunnel of gates creates one of the most photographed and awe-inspiring corridors in all of Japan.
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    erched dramatically on the hillside of eastern Kyoto, this magnificent wooden temple offers sweeping panoramic views over the city. Explore its iconic wooden stage, sacred waterfalls, and surrounding forested grounds, a true highlight of any Kyoto visit.
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
    Step into a otherworldly corridor of towering bamboo stalks that filter light into a soft green glow. Located in Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama district, this serene natural landmark is one of the most magical and photographed spots in Japan.
  • Gion
    Stroll through Kyoto's most famous geisha quarter, where traditional wooden machiya townhouses line stone-paved lanes. With luck, you may spot a geiko or maiko (apprentice geisha) gliding between appointments, a rare and unforgettable glimpse into old Japan.
  • Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
    Wander along Kyoto's most charming historic preserved lanes, lined with traditional shops selling matcha sweets, handcrafted ceramics, and local souvenirs. These two connected stone-paved streets date back centuries and lead directly toward Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
  • Kodai-ji Temple
    Explore this beautifully preserved Zen temple founded in 1606, featuring stunning bamboo groves, a tranquil garden, and elegant teahouses. The temple is particularly famous for its atmospheric moss garden and exquisite lacquerwork interiors. The admission fee is around 600 JPY for adult, please keep enough cash to buy tickets on spot.
  • Yasaka Shrine
    Visit this grand vermilion shrine at the eastern end of Shijo Avenue, right in the heart of the Gion entertainment district. Known as "Gion-san" by locals, it is one of the most famous Shinto shrines in Japan and a central landmark of Kyoto's cultural life.
  • Nishiki Market Shopping District
    Pass by Kyoto's legendary covered market street, nicknamed "Kyoto's Kitchen," packed with stalls selling fresh tofu, pickles, skewered snacks, and local delicacies. We may pass by this stop without making a formal stop if time does not permit.
  • Glimpse the iconic canal-side walking path lined with hundreds of cherry trees, famously named after philosopher Nishida Kitaro who strolled here daily in contemplation. (pass by)
  • Admire the striking vermilion torii gate and grand shrine complex built in 1895 to commemorate Kyoto's 1,100th anniversary as imperial capital. (pass by)
  • View the exterior of this stunning 17th-century flatland castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former residence of the Tokugawa shoguns, surrounded by beautiful stone walls and moats. (pass by)

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Kyoto Private Full Day Tour with English Speaking Driver

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $499
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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