Kosuke was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable and friendly. He took us to see temples, shrines, the bamboo forest, and monkeys. Highly recommended!!





Experience the best of Kyoto on a fully customizable full-day private tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Visit Kyoto's most iconic attractions, including Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Gion, and Kiyomizu Temple, while learning about the history, culture, and traditions that make Kyoto Japan's cultural heart. Whether it's your first visit or you're returning to discover more, your guide will create an itinerary based on your interests and travel pace, helping you experience both famous landmarks and local hidden gems. ● Get a complete overview of Kyoto in one day ● Visit Kyoto's top attractions, including Kinkakuji, Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari, Gion, and Kiyomizu Temple ● Enjoy a fully customizable itinerary designed around your interests ● Discover Kyoto with your own private local guide and receive personalized recommendations
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $258.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kyoto, is an iconic Shinto shrine renowned for its thousands of vibrant torii gates, creating winding pathways on Mount Inari. A spiritual site dedicated to Inari, the deity of prosperity, it offers stunning views and a unique cultural experience.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, one of Kyoto’s most celebrated temples. Enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto from the famous wooden stage while learning about Buddhist culture, Japanese architecture, and the temple’s fascinating history.
Gion, Kyoto, is a historic district famed for its traditional wooden machiya houses and geisha culture. Narrow streets, tea houses, and Yasaka Shrine characterize this area, preserving Kyoto's elegance and charm. It's a cultural hub where old meets new in a captivating blend.
Explore the beautiful Arashiyama area, one of Kyoto’s most scenic destinations. Walk through the iconic bamboo forest and experience the peaceful atmosphere that has attracted visitors for centuries.
Experience Kyoto’s food culture at Nishiki Market, known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen.” Explore local ingredients, traditional snacks, and specialty foods while discovering the culinary traditions that have shaped Kyoto for centuries.
Maruyama Park is the oldest park in Kyoto, and in early April when the cherry trees start to bloom. In this park, you can enjoy traditional style of Japanese garden as well. You can enjoy photo shooting in the traditional park.
Yasakanoto Pagoda, is one of the Kyoto's most visible and recognizable landmarks. It's also called "5 storied pagoda", and you can see amazing temple here. We take pictures with this Pagoda, and the pictures will be authentic. Also we will explain the history about Pagoda.
Step into Japan’s samurai history at Nijo Castle, built for Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate. Discover the elegant architecture, beautiful gardens, and famous “nightingale floors” designed to protect the shogun.
Visit Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto’s world-famous Golden Pavilion. Admire the stunning golden structure reflected on the surrounding pond and learn about the temple’s connection to Zen Buddhism and Japanese aesthetics.
Stroll through the beautifully preserved streets of Higashiyama, where traditional wooden houses, small shops, and old Kyoto atmosphere remain. Your guide will introduce hidden gems and stories behind this historic neighborhood.
Visit Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Kyoto’s most important Zen temples. Enjoy its famous landscape garden, designed to blend perfectly with the surrounding mountains.
Take a walk across Togetsukyo Bridge, the symbol of Arashiyama. Enjoy views of the Katsura River and surrounding mountains while learning about the area’s history as a retreat for Japanese nobles.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Kyoto Private Custom Tour with Local Guide lasts about 4–8 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
Prices start at $129 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $258. There are 8 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Ryokan Sanga, Ryokan Kinsuikan.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 200 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Travel Japan Together.
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Kosuke was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable and friendly. He took us to see temples, shrines, the bamboo forest, and monkeys. Highly recommended!!
My wife and I had a fantastic time with our guide Kosuke. He was very fun and informative. We would recommend this tour and guide to anyone.
Good experience in kioto I enjoyed if thus place
The culture is Kyoto is amazing!!
The tour guide asoto is very nice and professional. Good memories here.
The photography is great, the photographer is very nice, and the person is very friendly. Have a good day.
Very happy. Tokyo is a very interesting city 🥰🥰 love it!
The local culture is so nice~i love it!
Fun visit with tour guide explaining the history of Kyoto !
The experience in the local area was amazing
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Kyoto Private Custom Tour with Local Guide | 4–8 hours | 4.9 (200) | $129 | |
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