Kyoto: 4-stündige private Führung durch Gion und Maiko- oder Geisha-Abendessen
Beschreibung
Tauchen Sie ein in den Charme der traditionellen japanischen Kultur mit dieser exklusiven 4-stündigen Tour. Erkunden Sie Gion auf einem 90-minütigen geführten Spaziergang mit einem lizenzierten Guide und erfahren Sie mehr über die reiche Geschichte, Bräuche und Traditionen des Bezirks. Nach der Besichtigung begleitet Sie Ihr Guide, um ein wunderschön präsentiertes Kaiseki-Menü zu genießen und Zeit mit einem Geisha oder Maiko in einer authentischen Kyoto-Umgebung zu verbringen. Im Gegensatz zu anderen Touren mit Shows speziell für Überseebesucher, können Sie bei dieser Tour erleben, wie es wirklich ist, mit einem Geisha oder Maiko zu speisen. Es gibt keine auffälligen Shows oder schnellen Tänze – nur das Wabi-Sabi des echten Kyoto. Sie können Fragen stellen, mit den Geisha/Maiko sprechen und an klassischen Ōashiki-Asobi (traditionellen Geisha-Spielen) teilnehmen. Wichtige Hinweise: 1: Pro lokalem Brauch werden die Gäste gebeten, ein Getränk für den Maiko oder Geisha zu kaufen. 2: Nur ein Maiko oder Geisha wird für Ihre Erfahrung arrangiert; Auswahl ist nicht verfügbar. 3: Bitte beachten Sie, dass Musik voraufgenommen und nicht live aufgeführt wird.
Tour-Optionen
Reiseverlauf
Sie treffen Ihren Reiseleiter am Bahnhof Kyoto oder in Ihrem Hotel am Bahnhof Kyoto. *Wir können Sie nur innerhalb der Stadt Kyoto abholen.
Sie erkunden den Bezirk Gion mit einem lizenzierten und ortskundigen Führer. Ihr Reiseführer erzählt Ihnen etwas über die Geschichte des historischen Geiko-Viertels von Gion und viele Bereiche, die Sie ohne Reiseführer niemals finden würden. Dieser Rundgang dauert 90 Minuten und kann nicht mit einem Fahrzeug absolviert werden. Wir bitten Sie, die Privatsphäre der Geiko und Maiko in der Gegend zu respektieren. Bitte machen Sie keine Fotos ohne Erlaubnis und vermeiden Sie laute Geräusche.
Genießen Sie ein authentisches japanisches Kaiseki-Dinner mit der eleganten Maiko- oder Geiko-Aufführung. *Der Tourpreis beinhaltet Abendessen und Getränke. *Sie haben zwei Stunden Zeit, um Ihre Mahlzeit zu genießen.
Rückkehr zu Ihrem Hotel oder an einer leicht zugänglichen Station
Highlights
Was ist inklusive
Abholorte & -zeiten
Bei dieser privaten Tour handelt es sich um eine Tagestour zu Fuß. Ein Privatfahrzeug ist nicht inbegriffen. Für den Transfer zwischen den Standorten können öffentliche Verkehrsmittel oder örtliche Taxis genutzt werden. Die genauen Transportkosten können nach Abschluss der Reservierung mit dem Reiseleiter besprochen werden. Bitte halten Sie für Ihre Transportkosten japanische Yen bereit.
Bewertungen der Reisenden
Wichtige Informationen
- Rollstuhlgerechter Zugang
- Kleinkinder können in einem Kinderwagen gefahren werden.
- Begleittiere erlaubt
- In der Umgebung sind öffentliche Verkehrsmittel verfügbar.
- Die Transfermöglichkeiten sind rollstuhlgerecht.
- Für alle Fitnesslevel geeignet
- Sie werden für die Mahlzeit auf dem Boden sitzen. Sollten Sie Rückenprobleme haben, informieren Sie uns bitte bei der Buchung.
- Startzeit: Ihre Startzeit für das Erlebnis kann variieren. Die geschätzte Zeit für das Erlebnis beträgt ca. 90 Minuten ab Tourbeginn.
- Bitte beachten Sie, dass Barfüße nicht erlaubt sind. Bringen Sie bitte Socken mit.
Bewertungen(7)
We met our guide. Seiko, at our hotel and walked to the Gion district. On the way she told us a lot of history of the area and traditions. She was well versed on so many topics. At the restaurant Seiko joined us for dinner and translated our questions for the Maiko. Our Maiko was amazingly poised and performed her job so well. At 19 she said she hoped to become a Geiko next year. She started her career at 15! She performed two dances for us. One of the Bird and the Plum which told the story of how a male moves between women. The second dance symbolized spring and summer. Both were intricate and exact. Our Maiko taught us a cup game they play in Japan and she giggled when I messed up the pattern. Too cute. It was a dream come true to meet her and ask her all about her culture. She was one of four children and no one in her family had ever taken that path to become a Geiko. She told us it’s a unique world in which she lives. Apart from her family. No cell phones. 2 days off per month. And they are not permitted to go to familiar places like Starbucks or McDonalds. Her life is dedicated to preserving the culture of Japan and entertaining people. Quite remarkable! I am so grateful for this experience. It was incredible!
Thank you so much for your heartfelt and touching review! I am very happy to hear that you were inspired by the Maiko’s dedication to preserving Japanese tradition and their unique way of life and enjoyed the conversation and the traditional cup game with her. It is my goal to share the depth of our culture as a guide, so hearing that it resonated with you means a lot. Thank you again and I hope to welcome you back to Kyoto someday. - Seiko
My wife and I had a great time on this tour. Yoshi was super knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic about the experience. The restaurant he took us to was very good, and our experience with the Geisha (Katsu-tomo) was very entertaining! During dinner, Yoshi served as translator between my wife and I and Katsu-tomo, and this worked seamlessly. This was a very memorable experience and one we would highly recommend to couples or anyone with an interest in Geisha culture in Kyoto.
Thank you very much for your nice review. I wish you will visit Japan more frequently and enjoy not only art and history & culture but also beautiful nature in countryside. Thank you and best regards Yoshii Kenichi
We booked the Kyoto 4-hour Gion Private Guided Tour with Geiko (Geisha) Dinner and had high hopes for a memorable and engaging cultural experience. While our guide Tomy was very kind and knowledgeable—he gave us a nice walk around Kyoto before dinner—the main attraction, the Geiko interaction, was unfortunately a big disappointment. For nearly $2,000 for four people, we expected something much more immersive and dynamic. The Geiko did perform one short dance and played a single game with us, but the rest of the time felt awkward and unstructured. We were put on the spot to ask questions, and when we didn’t, the room fell uncomfortably silent. There was little effort to guide the conversation or create a lively, entertaining atmosphere, which is what we assumed was part of the experience. To add to the letdown, we were asked if we wanted to end the evening over an hour early. For the price and the promise of an unforgettable cultural exchange, this felt rushed, flat, and far from the rich, engaging evening we were led to expect. This might work for someone simply wanting a brief glimpse of Kyoto’s traditions, but if you’re expecting a meaningful or entertaining interaction with a Geiko, this tour didn’t deliver for us.
Thank you very much for your reply. We understand that you are disappointed in our Geisha/Maiko tour. We would like to clarify that our tour is one that is not like the flashy shows and energetic entertainment that cater to overseas visitors. These are what you often see on Instagram and other sites. They are not a true representation of Geisha/Maiko culture. Instead, our tour is authentic as this is the experience you would have if you really were to call a Geisha/Maiko to dine with you. This can feel slow and uninteresting to some that are not accustomed to with Japan's traditional culture. We hope that you will have other journeys in Japan that suit what you are looking for soon. Sincerely, Japan Guide Agency.
Superb authentic experience. Our guide Shun was wonderful and dinner was top quality. Each dish was beautifully presented and well executed. Our lovely Maiko Yuki was a delight. An unforgettable experience and absolute highlight.
Thank you for your assessment of me. That evening spent with your family was a wonderful memory. And the good drawings your daughter made are still in my mind. If you ever come to Kyoto again, I would love to guide you again. Next time, I will guide you in Kyoto in the daytime. (lol) Shun
Great tour with Ann who was friendly and really knowledgeable. Loved the experience with Maya the Maliki we met she was lovely, and sooo friendly and we learned so much about the geisha culture. Meal was great too Read more about Kyoto Gion Tour Maiko or Geisha Dinner Included - https://www.viator.com/tours/Kyoto/Kyoto-Gion-Tour-Maiko-or-Geisha-Dinner-Lunch-Included/d332-92136P326?mcid=56757
Great tour with Ann who was friendly and really knowledgeable. Loved the experience with Maya the Maliki we met she was lovely, and sooo friendly and we learned so much about the geisha culture. Meal was great too
Thank you for leaving a great review. I am so glad that you had once -in -a lifetime experience with MAIKO ( young apprentice GEISHA). The experience really is the best part of travelling in KYOTO. Thanks for joining the program. From your guide, Anne.
Ensure you book a guide to get the full experience Andy was very knowledgeable and gave us all the information about each location He gave us a wonderful experience of everything that we saw and a delicious lunch. 5 stars to Andy for his patience and professionalism
I really appreciate your high evaluation. It is my great honor as a guide to hear such heartwarming comments from our guests. I am very glad to see you are very interested in Japanese temples and shrines. And I was quite surprised your talent that you can make not only yourself but other people around you enjoy. It was also a wonderful and unforgettable day for me. Thank you again. Sincerely yours, Andy Murao
