Activities & Tours: Kyoto Prefecture

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Full Day Guided Kyoto Cultural Tour

This guided cultural tour of Kyoto stands out for its meticulous curation, blending iconic landmarks with immersive cultural experiences and culinary delights. What sets it apart is the careful selection of destinations, each offering a profound insight into Kyoto's rich history and traditions. From the awe-inspiring beauty of Kinkaku-ji and the meditative tranquility of Ryoan-ji to the bustling energy of Nishiki Market and the refined elegance of a traditional tea ceremony, every stop on this itinerary provides a unique window into the soul of Kyoto. Additionally, the opportunity to explore the enchanting Gion District, both during the day and under the magical glow of lanterns at night, adds a layer of authenticity and charm to the experience. Culminating in a kaiseki dinner and, optionally, a geisha performance, this tour promises an unforgettable journey through the cultural heart of Japan, leaving travelers with cherished memories.

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See Details → Duration :9 to 10 hours
From $70

Nishiki Market Lunch Tour

Explore “Kyoto’s kitchen,” where even local restaurant chefs come and buy ingredients! Eat and sip your way through the market while learning about Kyoto’s unique food culture through multiple food tastings. Lunch with 7+ Japanese food tastings at the Nishiki Market. Taste local foods and learn restaurants’ history and Kyoto’s food culture. Walk through the downtown Kyoto to explore another side of Kyoto that you would not have found by yourself. Discover hidden restaurants and bars to try for the rest of your trip in Gion, Pontocho, and Kiyamachi around the Nishiki Market.

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See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $72.24

Private Guided Culinary and Cocktail Tour in Kyoto

The tour takes you to three local Kyoto stores, with more than 100 years of history of creating and refining their own unique products. The tour begins with a miso and soy sauce tasting at their local breweries. You will then visit a vinegar shop where you can create your own ponzu and have it bottled to take home as a souvenir. Finish the tour at "The Corner" bar, where you can enjoy three signature cocktails with soy sauce, miso and ponzu. Please note that the legal drinking age in Japan is 20. We can modify the itinerary to accommodate all ages, so please contact us before booking.

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See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $260.98

Embark on an Exciting Journey to Osaka and Kyoto by Private Car

There are many attractive spots in Osaka and Kyoto. What if you only have 1 day in Kansai region? You can visit Osaka and Kyoto in this tour in 8 hours. You can learn Japanese Samurai history at Osaka castle, enjoy local foods at Shinsaibashi street, and feel spiritual atmosphere at Fushimi inari shrine. This tour is led by National Licensed Guide Interpreter. This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests!

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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $1480

Shimogamo Shrine & Nishiki Market Bus Tour Kyoto

Immerse yourself in a sensory journey through Kyoto with our meticulously curated tour. Feel the tranquility of ancient shrines and the vibrant pulse of the Gion district, where the sight of traditional geisha culture enchants the eyes. Listen to the subtle rustle of silk kimonos and the distant chime of temple bells that carry through the air. Taste the rich flavors of local delicacies at Nishiki Market, known as "Kyoto's Kitchen," where each bite offers a story of the city’s culinary heritage. Smell the incense wafting through ancient corridors and the fresh aroma of street food that fills the bustling lanes. Touch the centuries-old wood of temple gates and the delicate craftsmanship of local artisans. This tour is designed for those eager to experience the profound cultural tapestry and sensory delights that have defined Kyoto for centuries.

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See Details → Duration :10 hours
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Traversing Kyoto's Scenic West - Arashiyama to Kinkakuji

Kyoto is undoubtedly one of the most famous cities in Japan. Unlike the urban and modern atmosphere of Tokyo and Osaka, Kyoto is an iconic image of traditional Japan for most tourists. Not only being symbolic, Kyoto is one of the oldest municipalities in Japan, the capital of Japan, and the residence of the Emperor from 794 to 1868, is home to countless temples, shrines, and other historically significant structures that still stand today. With so much to explore and experience, it is worth spending a few days traveling here in Kyoto. This tour will focus on the western part of the prefecture. The west side of Kyoto is full of fascinating sights and hidden treasures. There are many natural landscapes, world heritage sites, and ancient temples. It takes several days to visit them all. Time is of the essence when traveling. We truly understand how valuable that time is. Therefore, we will take you to our carefully selected must-see spots in one day.

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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $150.38

[Private] Kyoto Tailored Tour (Guide + Private Transport)

Visiting Kyoto would be easier if you join this Kyoto City Tour! With an English speaking guide who is willingly to accompany you wherever you want, this tour will be 100% more fun than others! Enjoy the incredible views of cherry blossoms while getting on the Kyoto Hozu River Boat. Or, you can rent the kimono and walk around the city enjoying the views of the locals' life. Visiting various interesting places in Kyoto, it woul be better if you book a photographer in Kyoto to take your photos there. Get a lot of photos and upload them on social media. Have fun!

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See Details → Duration :8 to 11 hours
From $755

Full Day Private Walking Day Tour in Kyoto with Tea

This comfortable way is highly recommended for seniors who are looking for peace and tranquility. This is a guide course of visiting my own home town of Murasakino area. I know the most efficient way to move around. We are starting our tour from Daitokuji Temple to Imamiya shrine where you can enjoy at one of the oldest tea house. Later on, move on to Kamigamo by a bus which is never crowded from this point. I'll be showing you to a town-scape of historic Kyoto. Let's travel in a peace. In this adventurous course, we will follow the historical footsteps of ancient Zen & Tea masters. Despite how we avoid crowded traffics to keep the tour decent, you will get to see world heritage sites during the tour.

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See Details → Duration :7 to 8 hours
From $315.22

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Exploring Kyoto - (Rakusei) Northwest

This tour is a tour using public transportation. Kyoto is known as exotic sightseeing places and numerous historic, quaint old monuments are seen all over the town. This tour covers part of Rakusei (Northwest district) and Central district. Visiting Rakusei , Tenryu-ji temple represents the Kitayama culture. Nijyo-jyo castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace in Rakuchu (Central district) are the cultural center during Heian, Momoyama and Edo periods. See inclusions and excursions for what is included in the price of this tour.

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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $262.68

Private Full Day Kyoto Tour by Public Transport/Private Transport

Experience the essence of Kyoto's rich heritage with our meticulously crafted one-day walking tours by cab, trains & buses with Licensed English speaking guide, native Japanese. ■ Pls give a valid mobile No. to use in Kyoto ■ Give correct country code ( eg : +61 or +1) phone No. ■ Mobile No. can't have alpha code UAE/AF/AE ■ We cannot call back any alpha code mobile with alpha code ■ Pls use pocket WIFI best or SIM card for easy texting & call in Tokyo ■ Pls install LINE chat App for contact purpose in real time ** For the admission fees estimate, please pay on the spot ** See the fees estimation at the exclusion clause Plan 1 (See Display route) Plan 2 09:00 Kyoto Hotel meet Kiyomizu- Dera ** Philosopher Path Nanzenji ** Suirokaku Water Bridge Walking Keage Incline Railway Walking 17:00 Downtown Tour End Plan 3 09:00 Kyoto Hotel meet Arashiyama Higashiyama District/Gion Temples visit: Daitokuji & Seiryo-ji with dry garden Wet Gardens Architecture-Ryoan-JI 17:00 Tour End

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Kyoto Gion Festival and Lake Biwa Lunch Cruise Bus Tour

Join one of Japan's most famous festivals, the Gion Matsuri Festival, and enjoy a Lake Biwa Cruise with a lunch buffet, visit the famous Yasaka Shrine, including tickets to view the Gion Matsuri Festival Procession in 2024, stroll through the nicely preserved old town of Omi Hachiman, and visit La Collina Omihachima, which offers beautiful green landscapes and unique places including cafes and bakeries.

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See Details → Duration :10 hours
From $144.47

Goshuincho Making and Temple Tour

Visit a cafe that used to be a famous painter's house. In a private room you will draw and decorate your own Goshuincho cover while enjoying a cup of green tea served with sweets.Now that your Goshuincho is complete, you can take it to the nearby Zen temple to collect your first temple stamp. You can use your stamp book to collect temple stamps from all over Japan and relive memories of your trip anytime!

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See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $248.86

Amanohashidate and Miyama Kayabuki no Sato 1 Day Tour from Osaka

The recommended point of this product is ・ You can see the beautiful and emotional scenery of the boathouses lined up along Ine Bay from the sea. ・ You can see the scenery of Amanohashidate, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. ・ You can see the village of Kayabuki in Miyama-cho, where you can meet the original scenery of Japan.

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See Details → Duration :12 hours
From $543.75

Authentic Kyoto Private Tour With A History and Culture Guide

I love gardens. Japanese and English gardens are especially my favourite. It's delightful to compare the differences in their sense of nature. An English garden designer in the 19th century wrote in her book, "There is something religious in Japanese gardens. " She was attracted to landscape gardens and dry gardens. The first diplomat from the UK travelled extensively to rural villages. There, he saw ideal English gardens. Kyoto still inherited the old Japan it used to be. Temples, shrines, and traditional architecture are also indispensable parts of Kyoto culture. It is special and unique, nowhere in Japan and across the world.

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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $341.49

Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen In Temple Day Tour

The Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen In Temple Day Tour offers a distinctive blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and spiritual exploration. Participants are treated to the breathtaking scenery of Arashiyama, including its famous bamboo groves and serene riverbanks. The tour provides access to Sanzen In Temple, a historic and lesser-known temple in the area, where visitors can engage in traditional Buddhist practices and gain insights into Japanese spirituality. Led by knowledgeable guides, the experience offers valuable local insights and opportunities for customization, ensuring a memorable and enriching journey through the cultural and natural wonders of Kyoto's Arashiyama district.

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See Details → Duration :8 to 9 hours
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Activities & Tours: Kyoto Prefecture

Full Day Guided Kyoto Cultural Tour

Nishiki Market Lunch Tour

Private Guided Culinary and Cocktail Tour in Kyoto

Embark on an Exciting Journey to Osaka and Kyoto by Private Car

Shimogamo Shrine & Nishiki Market Bus Tour Kyoto

Traversing Kyoto's Scenic West - Arashiyama to Kinkakuji

[Private] Kyoto Tailored Tour (Guide + Private Transport)

Full Day Private Walking Day Tour in Kyoto with Tea

Exploring Kyoto - (Rakusei) Northwest

Private Full Day Kyoto Tour by Public Transport/Private Transport

Kyoto Gion Festival and Lake Biwa Lunch Cruise Bus Tour

Goshuincho Making and Temple Tour

Amanohashidate and Miyama Kayabuki no Sato 1 Day Tour from Osaka

Authentic Kyoto Private Tour With A History and Culture Guide

Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen In Temple Day Tour

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