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Kyoto
Uncover Kyoto's Secrets: Personalized Day Trip with Expert Driver
Overview
The Kyoto Private Day Trip offers immersive experiences beyond standard sightseeing. Enjoy personalized tours with an English-speaking driver, exploring iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Benefit from comfortable, air-conditioned transport with hotel pick-up/drop-off. Experience Kyoto's history and culture in a unique and memorable way, tailored to your interests. 
Highlights
Expert English-Speaking Driver: Benefit from the insights and knowledge of a fluent English-speaking driver, enhancing your understanding of Kyoto's history and culture.
Fully Personalized Itinerary: Enjoy a custom-designed itinerary tailored to your specific interests, ensuring a unique and unforgettable experience.
Comfortable Private Transportation: Travel in style and comfort in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, with convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included.
Hidden Gems and Iconic Landmarks: Discover both famous landmarks and lesser-known treasures, providing a comprehensive and enriching exploration of Kyoto.
Sentiment Analysis
Guests frequently praise the driver's knowledge and ability to navigate Kyoto efficiently.
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Personalization is a key highlight, with tours tailored to individual interests.
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Comfortable, air-conditioned transport enhances the overall experience.
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The convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off is consistently appreciated.
Entry tickets and lunch are not included, requiring additional expense.
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Some guests may find the exclusion of certain rides or cruises limiting.
Review Summary
Customers generally say this private customizable day trip in Kyoto offers a highly enjoyable and personalized experience. Positive feedback highlights the drivers' professionalism, punctuality, English proficiency, and flexibility to accommodate guest interests and special requests. Many guests appreciate the relaxed pacing and the opportunity to visit both iconic landmarks and lesser-known sites guided by local insights. Some travelers note that while the driver offers useful information, this is not a fully guided walking tour, which may be less suitable for those wanting in-depth onsite explanations. Overall, passengers praise the smooth, stress-free transport and the personalized nature of the trip as excellent value for exploring Kyoto.
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Kyoto
¥19488
Kyoto's Best: 1-Day Bus Tour to Top Landmarks
4.9
(12977 reviews)
PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour whisks travelers away on an unforgettable journey through Kyoto's most iconic landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage sites. This expertly planned bus tour offers a convenient and comfortable way to experience the essence of this ancient city in a single day.
What to Expect: The adventure begins at the serene Kiyomizu-dera Temple, where guests can soak in the stunning natural surroundings from its famous wooden terrace. Next, the tour visits Sanjūsangen-dō Temple, home to an awe-inspiring collection of 1,001 Kannon statues. The journey continues to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, where visitors can wander through thousands of vibrant red torii gates. A visit to the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove offers a peaceful escape into nature, followed by a stop at the dazzling Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion). This tour includes a delicious buffet lunch to refuel for the day's adventures. It also includes admission to Tenryuji Temple, Sanjusangendo Temple, Kiyomizu Temple, and Kinkaku-ji Temple.
Travelers can look forward to a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, a professional English-speaking guide, and multilingual audio guidance available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Thai, Indonesian, and UK English. This tour excludes gratuities, food and drinks unless specified, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
Kyoto
¥15700
Kyoto Early Morning Tour: Beat Crowds & See the Best!
4.9
(1359 reviews)
The Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide lets visitors see the best of Kyoto before the crowds arrive. This walking tour uses public transportation to visit famous spots like Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. This is a small group tour, up to 8 people.
Visitors will start their day early to experience Kyoto's beauty in a more peaceful setting. The tour guide will meet the group and lead them through the city using trains and walking. Be ready to walk about 12,000 steps throughout the day. This tour is APPROXIMATELY 5.5 hours, meaning it can differ by around 30 minutes before or after the estimated time.
The tour includes an English-speaking guide who will share information about each location. It excludes public transportation fares (about 1240 yen), food, drinks, and entrance fees. This tour gives a great overview of Kyoto's must-see spots and it is from an operator that has a low supplier cancellation rate and excellent quality.
Nara
¥19488
Kyoto & Nara: Matcha, Temples & Deer Day Trip
4.9
(1485 reviews)
Duration: 510
minutes
Discover the magic of ancient Japan on the World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience. This full-day bus tour takes travelers to must-see cultural landmarks in Nara and Kyoto. See Nara's famous friendly deer, explore ancient temples, and learn to make authentic matcha in Uji, Kyoto, the birthplace of matcha.
What to Expect: The tour begins with a scenic drive passing Fushimi Castle and Heijokyo Palace on the way to Nara. Visitors will be greeted by the Great Buddha at Todaiji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden buildings. Nara Park is home to approximately 1,400 deer, where visitors can interact with and feed them. Kasuga Taisha Shrine features 3,000 stone lanterns, creating a magical atmosphere. The adventure continues in Uji, Kyoto, where participants will learn the art of making Uji matcha tea and admire Byodo-in Phoenix Hall, featured on the back of the 10-yen coin. This tour includes admission to Byodoin and Todaiji Temples, a professional English-speaking guide, multilingual audio guidance, and onboard Wi-Fi.
This experience excludes gratuities, hotel pick-up and drop-off, and additional food and drinks beyond what is specified. Last-minute bookings receive a regular meal, and vegetarian options are available with advance notice.
Kyoto
¥23400
Kyoto's Top 5 Spots: E-Bike Tour - See More, Easily!
5.0
(500 reviews)
The 5 Top Highlights of Kyoto Full Day Bike Tour lets travelers see the best of Kyoto in one day! This epic bike adventure visits five popular spots, creating lasting memories.
Imagine riding through the tall Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and seeing the shiny Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion). The tour takes visitors to the famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple and through Gion District, known for its geishas. Participants will also walk under the bright red gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine. This tour shows off Kyoto's beauty and history.
The tour includes a friendly, English-speaking guide, a bike, helmet, water, snacks, a light lunch, and entrance fees. It does not include hotel pick-up or drop-off, or the e-bike upgrade, which costs extra and needs confirmation.
Nara
¥14900
Nara Half-Day Tour: Deer, Temples & Japanese Culture
4.9
(919 reviews)
Duration: 300
minutes
The Nara Half Day Trip Walking Tour lets people see cool temples and meet friendly deer! This walking tour is great for anyone who wants to learn about Japanese culture in a fun and easy way. It's a small group tour, so everyone can see and hear the guide well.
The tour starts near the shopping place and then goes to Kofuku-ji temple. Here, people can take pictures of the tall, five-story pagoda. After that, the tour goes to Todai-ji temple. Inside, there is a huge Great Buddha statue! The guide tells interesting stories about the temple and Japanese Buddhism.
After seeing the big Buddha, the tour goes to Nigatsu-do temple. It's on top of Todai-ji temple and has a great view of Nara. Then, the tour visits shops with Japanese souvenirs and walks to Kasuga Taisha Shrine through Nara Park, where lots of deer roam freely. The tour includes entrance fees to the temples, a cracker to feed the deer, and lunch, with a vegan option available. Extras like extra food and drinks can be bought along the way. Magical Trip is a local tour company with a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. They are known for small-group tours around Japan.
Kyoto
¥12000
Kyoto Geisha Show: Meet a Maiko for 1 Hour!
4.9
(420 reviews)
1 Hour Geisha Meeting and Show in Kyoto is a unique cultural experience. Watch a real Maiko, an apprentice Geisha, perform up close.
With only about 40 Maikos left in Kyoto, seeing one is very special. Kyoto is the only place to see real Geisha. Don't miss this chance to see a Maiko dance! You'll see her perform traditional dances and even get to play a Japanese game with her. This experience happens in Kyoto's Geisha District (Specific Location Varies).
This special meeting includes traditional Japanese green tea. A professional guide will help you understand everything. Please remember that outside food and drinks are not allowed. This experience does not include extra food or drinks.
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