Private Kyoto Old Town and Temple Tour with Full-Day Guide

Experience the rich cultural heritage of Kyoto on this exciting full-day private guided tour. Visit the stunning Kiyomizu-dera temple and take in the breathtaking view of Kyoto from its terrace. Explore the charming Gion district and with some luck, spot a geisha. Walk through the iconic torii gates of Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine and make a wish for good fortune. Although food, drinks, transportation, and entrance fees are not included, this tour promises to be an unforgettable adventure. Don't forget to wear comfortable shoes!

Language

English

Location

Explore Kyoto from different perspectives on this full-day private guided tour. Discover the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera, the historic district of Gion, and the Shinto shrine of Fushimi Inari-taisha. These three spots are some of the most important tourist destinations in Kyoto and should not be missed. You will enjoy the magnificent view from Kiyomizu-dera, the traditional charm of Gion's geisha district, and the thousands of torii gates at Fushimi Inari-taisha.

Please note that food and drinks, as well as transportation and entrance fees are not included in this tour.

Key Takeaways

The tour is a private, full-day guided tour that explores Kyoto from different perspectives. The tour visits three main destinations: the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera, the historic district of Gion, and the Shinto shrine of Fushimi Inari-taisha. The tour includes guide fees, but excludes food and drinks, lunch, transportation, and entrance fees to the destinations. The tour is stroller and baby carriage friendly, pets are allowed, and nearby public transportation is available. The tour is not accessible by wheelchair, no child seats provided.
Participants should bring comfortable shoes.

Itinerary

Kiyomizu-dera

1 Chome-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

This temple is famous for its terrace overlooking Kyoto. We will visit the terrace and the surrounding buildings.

Gion District

Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Gion is the traditional district of Kyoto. With luck, we may even spot some geisha.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto

The Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto is famous for its thousands of torii gates, leading to the deities. We will visit the shrine and walk through the gates while wishing for good fortune.