Half-Day Private Walking Tour in Kyoto

5.0 (64 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
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Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

This half-day tour covers 5 of the most visited venues in Kyoto: Kiyomizu Temple, Ninenzaka Sannenzaka, Yasaka Shrine, Gion and Nishiki Market.

The guests will find many unique shops and cafes which they might just walk pass by if they are not with guides. Hear many interesting stories of each place and useful travel tips from knowledgeable guide as they walk past the central area of Kyoto.

What's included

  • Guide fee
  • Entrance fee (Kiyomizu Temple) and transportation cost (hotel to Kiyomizu temple)

What to expect

  1. Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    At the Kiyomizu stage, the guide will ask you what it means to "jump off the Kiyomizu stage". Choose one of the Otowa Falls to visit.
  2. Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
    50m
    See many unique shops and cafes for souvenirs and food tastings
  3. Yasaka Shrine
    10m
    The tour ends in Yasaka Shrine, which locates at the eastern edge of Gion district. Your guide will show you how to pray properly in the Japanese shrine.
  4. Gion
    30m
    Stop by at a local tea shops to find the best matcha for souvenir. Meet the statue of Izumo no Okuni who started kabuki and see the Minamiza kabuki theatre, hear the history and life of maiko and geisha in a quiet street near Gion Shirakawa, and walk the traditional Hanamikoji street. Your guide will also take you to some of the backstreets in Gion where many ochaya (teahouse) stand. You may not meet maiko or geisha in the daytime but you may do so if you come back in the evening.
  5. Pontocho District
    Pass by
    Walk past the Pontocho street where there are nice restaurants and bars. You can come back at night on own to feel the authentic Kyoto atmosphere and enjoy some foods here.
  6. Nishiki Market
    1h
    Walk further to Nishiki Market. Located in downtown Kyoto area, you will see a variety of foods such as seafood, deep-fried foods, Japanese pickles, Karaage, Takoyaki, Japanese spice, ice cream, green tea, egg roll and more. Feel free to stop, buy and taste some of the foods you may want to try. You will also have a chance to see and purchase Japanese knife, tea cup or plates which will make great souvenir for you.

Additional information

  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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