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Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
1-Full Day Private Experience of Culture and History of Kyoto for First timersrs
1-day Kyoto Itinerary for 1-day visitors
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
1-Full Day Private Experience of Culture and History of Kyoto for First timersrs

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

By Ahmed Abu Tayeh
8.8 out of 10
Price is AU$754 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Tour itinerary is planned based on hiring a car/ van for 9 hours to cover (cash to the driver):5 passengers: ¥100, 000, 7 passengers: ¥125, 000,more than 7 please let me know in advance)

Tour covers the top sightseeing spots of Kyoto. Itinerary is shown here, however, you can still customise it in arrangement with the guide.

08:30(In case of Tokyo station meeting, extra ¥50,000, please notify the guide 2 days before the tour about the meeting point wether Tokyo or Kyoto) Tokyo Station (Gin-no-Suzu Square -Silver Bell Square-, the best-known meeting place in Tokyo Station), help you to buy the bullet train tickets and heading to Kyoto using bullet train (Shinkansen)
11:00 Arriving Kyoto station and meeting the van rented
11:30 Bamboo grove and Tenryuji temple garden
12:30 Kinkaku-ji temple
14:00 Nishiki Market-Lunch break with Pontocho walk
15:30 Gion area and Geisha spotting streets
17:00 Fushimi Inari shrine
18:00 Back to Kyoto station, and take bullet train to Tokyo

Activity location

  • Bamboo Forest Street
    • Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo-Ku
    • 616-8394, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bamboo Forest Street
    • Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo-Ku
    • 616-8394, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h9h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 10:00 am
Price details
AU$753.72 x 1 TravellerAU$753.72
Total
Price is AU$753.72

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport cost is NOT included in the price here, it is an extra cost
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour guiding and management, driver arrangement
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport(cash): up to 5 travellers:¥100,000,more than 5: let me know
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGuide extra expenses from Tokyo: ¥50,000 (In case of Tokyo station pick up,cash to the guide).
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport fee (from Tokyo to Kyoto and back): You pay your own pullet train tickets.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch , entrance fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge are always appreciated but never expected (In case your experience was exceptional)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Bamboo Forest Street
  • 1h
Explore Kyoto’s natural and cultural treasures with our tour featuring the Bamboo Forest, Nonomiya Shrine, and Tenryu-ji Temple Garden. Begin your journey in the Bamboo Forest, where towering green stalks create a tranquil and otherworldly atmosphere, perfect for a peaceful walk. Next, visit Nonomiya Shrine, a historic Shinto shrine known for its serene setting and ancient traditions. Discover its beautiful architecture and lush surroundings.
Kinkakuji Temple
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto's iconic Golden Pavilion, shimmering brilliantly against its serene pond backdrop. Stroll through the exquisite gardens, reflecting the harmonious blend of nature and artistry that defines this UNESCO World Heritage site. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and photographers, this tour promises an unforgettable glimpse into Japan's architectural splendour and tranquil elegance.
Nishiki Market Shopping District
  • 1h
Known as "Kyoto's Kitchen". Dive into the culinary heart of Kyoto at Nishiki Market, a bustling five-block marketplace brimming with over a hundred vibrant stalls and shops. Savour the flavours of fresh seafood, local delicacies, and unique snacks while exploring traditional Japanese ingredients and gourmet treats. Perfect for food lovers and cultural explorers, this tour offers an unforgettable taste of Kyoto's rich culinary heritage.
Pontocho District
  • 20m
Pontocho Alley is one of Kyoto's most atmospheric streets, known for its narrow lanes lined with traditional wooden buildings and vibrant nightlife. This historic area runs parallel to the Kamogawa River and is famous for its many intimate restaurants and teahouses. Visitors can experience authentic Kyoto cuisine, including kaiseki and yakitori, in a charming, old-world setting. In the evening, the alley comes alive with glowing lanterns and the possibility of spotting a geisha or maiko making their way to an appointment. Pontocho offers a glimpse into Kyoto’s rich cultural past while providing a modern culinary experience.
Gion
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Stroll through the Gion district, Kyoto’s renowned geisha area. Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional Japanese culture as you wander along narrow streets lined with wooden machiya houses, teahouses, and shops. Gion is one of the few places where you can spot geiko (geisha) and maiko (apprentice geisha) dressed in exquisite kimonos, bringing the past to life. The district offers a perfect blend of cultural elegance and history, making it an essential stop on your Kyoto journey.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Embark on a spiritual journey at Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its thousands of iconic red torii gates that create a mesmerising path through lush forest trails. Discover the beauty and mystique of this ancient Shinto shrine, dedicated to the deity of rice and prosperity, with stunning views and serene surroundings. Perfect for hikers and culture enthusiasts, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage in Kyoto.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBamboo Forest Street
    • Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo-Ku
    • 616-8394, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBamboo Forest Street
    • Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo-Ku
    • 616-8394, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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