Kyoto Private Tour Like a Local and Not a Tourist

Kyoto, Japan
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Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

A fully private tour with no other guests.
Enjoy Kyoto at your own pace and take your time discovering its charm.

We don’t visit famous tourist spots

Popular tourist areas can be so crowded that it’s difficult to walk around or take photos comfortably.

Experience Kyoto’s history, culture, and daily life

Discover places you wouldn’t normally find on a typical trip, and experience authentic Kyoto life and traditions that are still carried on today.

Discover places with over 1,200 years of Kyoto’s history

Visit historic temples with over 1,200 years of history and feel the culture and traditions that have been passed down through generations.

Visit places where Kyoto locals find peace

Explore places that have been cherished by Kyoto locals for generations, where people come to pray, reflect, and find inner peace.

What's included

  • Guide fee
  • Entrance fee
  • Public transportation

What to expect

  1. 45m
    The admission fee and guide fee are included.

    The Five-Story Pagoda, a symbol of Kyoto, is Japan's tallest wooden tower at approximately 55 meters high. It is a major landmark that can be seen from the bullet train.
  2. Higashi Hongan-ji Temple
    45m · Admission ticket included
    The admission fee and guide fee are included.

    It is a place where local Japanese people still come to pray today.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of 7-Eleven

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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7,000.00 JPY per person
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