Activities & Tours: Kyoto Prefecture

PERFECT KYOTO 1Day Bus Tour

Discover Kyoto's must-see landmarks and World Heritages with our coach tour in only one day! First adventure starts from Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, enjoying the wealthy nature from the significant terrace. Then say Konnichiwa to one thousand and one Kannon statue at Sanju-San-Gen-Do Temple, then the coach will take you to the most iconic place, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Going under thousands of Torii Red gate tunnels will be a memorable experience. Don’t forget to explore green tunnels, Sagano Bamboo Forest and Kinkaku-ji Temple. Tour includes buffet lunch. ・Discover Kyoto’s must-see landmarks and World Heritages on this full-day coach tour efficiently ・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour ・Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, TH, ID, UK ・Must try this mystical experience going under thousands of iconic Torii Red gate at Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine ・Visit the gorgeous golden temple ・Enjoy strolling at Sagano Bamboo Forest

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based on 3730 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours to 9 hours
From $110.36

Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised

Experience Kyoto like a local with a private, customized walking tour designed just for you. Explore iconic spots like Kyoto Tower, Togetsu-kyō Bridge, and Ginkaku-ji Temple, along with hidden gems tailored to your interests. Your guide will craft an itinerary based on your passions, offering insider tips and uncovering the city's top attractions and cultural secrets. Discover sacred sites like Fushimi Inari Taisha, explore the cultural richness of Gion, or venture into historic neighborhoods off the beaten path. Let your guide reveal Kyoto's true essence and charm. Within 24 hours of booking, you'll receive a questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, we'll assign a like-minded host who will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary and ensure your experience is flexible and tailored to your preferences.

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based on 960 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours to 8 hours
From $88.85

Private Kyoto Day Trip with English Speaking Driver

Explore Kyoto in Style and Comfort! Discover the magic of Kyoto on our exclusive private day trip by car. Your day, your way. We customize the itinerary to match your interests and preferences.The trip showcases a variety of temples and shrines in a day—including Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, and the bamboo forest in Arashiyama. As it’s a private trip, the itinerary can be customized based on your requests. Say goodbye to crowded buses and trains. Our private car ensures a comfortable and efficient journey between sites, maximizing your sightseeing time. No rush, no fixed timetable. You decide how long you want to spend at each stop. We're here to accommodate your pace. Book our Private Kyoto Day Trip by Car today and create unforgettable memories in this enchanting city!

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based on 54 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours to 10 hours
From $506.34

Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

Ramen Factory is the only restaurant in the world where you are able to make original ramen by your hand and enjoy its deliciousness. You will do... -Making Noodles -Draining Noodles -Mixing the Soup -Roasting Chicken After enjoying your genuine ramen, you'll take home a souvenir. You can choose a souvenir " T-shirts", " Ramen bowl" or "J apanese Apron"! Vegetarian, Vegan, Muslim Friendly(No-pork, No-alcohol, Halal-chicken meat) courses are also available.

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based on 501 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $104.43

Kyoto Samurai Experience

Experience Katana and Zen in a historical Samurai house in Kyoto. This is an excellent chance for visitors to try out a REAL Katana (Japanese sword) and Samurai culture. Through this course, you can learn and feel “Bushido” with Katana and Zen.

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based on 771 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $113.93

Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto

Discover Kyoto and nara on a full-day guided tour. Visit the Todai-ji temple, The temple is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara", together with seven other sites including temples, shrines and places in the city of Nara. Experience feeding the deer at Nara Park, and see the famous Golden Pavilion of kyoto, explore the kimono forest , marvel at the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Fushimi Inari.

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based on 45 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours to 10 hours
From $310.13

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Discover Kyoto's captivating Geisha culture with the Kyoto Night Walking Tour. Led by local guides steeped in tradition, this journey unveils the world of Geisha and Maiko. Stroll through Kyoto's night, where elegance and grace come to life. Learn Geisha secrets, their training, and artistry. Encounter Geisha and Maiko en route to appointments, offering a rare glimpse into their world. In an intimate setting, ask questions and engage with this enthralling tradition. The Kyoto Night Walking Tour immerses you authentically, connecting you to Kyoto's Geisha culture. Join us on this enchanting journey to illuminate the captivating world of Geisha, revealing the history and thriving traditions that come alive in Kyoto after dark.

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based on 104 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $35.00

Private Kyoto Tour with Government-Licensed Guide and Vehicle (Max 7 persons)

Kyoto keeps traditional arts and beauty alive, but the busses and subways can be confusing and provide challenges for those with walking limitations. At Japan Guide Agency, we want everyone to experience Kyoto so we are happy to provide this customizable, private guided tour with a vehicle! Join us on a tour of Kyoto to see Kiyomizu Temple as it towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. The bamboo forest of Sagano and the gardens, shrines and temples in Kyoto will provide you with a window into old Japan. Once your reservation is made, a guide will contact you to plan your personalized tour. Choose 4 to 5 spots from ‘Tour Details’ to visit. Whether you are a history buff, love Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you! *Maximum 7 participants per tour. *If you have a child or children in your group, please let us know the number and their age.

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based on 136 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $586.72

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour (up to 7 people)

If you have only one day in Kyoto and want to see all the top 10 must-see spots of Kyoto, this tour is the best for you. A professional local guide shows you the best, comfortable and convenient way to the spots. And you can enjoy walking along with the beautiful sceneries, paths, and back alleys only the local people know. We use taxis 3-4 times to save you time and energy. This tour is a mixture of public transport and taxis. Thanks to taxis and a friendly local professional guide, you can visit the 10 most famous attractions such as the Fushimi Inari shrine (thousands of Torii gate), Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu temple (with huge balcony), bamboo forest, Geisha district, and so on. If you check the spots you can visit on this tour, you can notice that all must-see points in Kyoto are included!! Please enjoy the top ten spots with the beautiful stories of your guide.

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based on 454 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $170.89

KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Daitokuji

・Choose your Favorite kimono, and our professional kimono staff will help you to wear the kimono. ・Learn about kimono patterns and how to wear them for seasonal types and enjoy taking picture time. ・Before starting the tea ceremony, the Tea instructor will teach you about the background of tea culture ・Have Japanese sweets for tea ・Performance Tea ceremony by professional tea master. ・Enjoy to drink Tea and learn about manners. ・Lastly you can experience making tea yourself.

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based on 126 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $75.95

Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour

This is an 8 kilometer E-biking ride that visits famous attractions as well as hidden gems in Kyoto such as the Kinkakuji, Daitokuji Temple Complex in order to visit the Koto-in and Zuiho-in, Imamiyajinja and the Kitanotenmangu Temple.

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based on 973 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 45 minutes
From $88.61

Ninja hands-on 1-hour Lesson in English at Kyoto - Entry level

One hour original and unique training which cannot be found other place. You could learn some ninja techniques by hands-on training in English. Ninja training start with courtesy of the dojo and ninja meditation 'Kuji-kiri'. You could learn breath control of ninja like Yoga. Also basic walking of Japanese martial arts and Ninja walking.

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based on 318 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours
From $85.44

KYOTO Highlights with English Speaking Driver Max 6 pax

Discover the sights of Kyoto that interest you the most on this customizable sightseeing tour. Alongside a private driver-guide, make an itinerary of your desired attractions or get recommendations to create your perfect day. Whether you want to focus on temples, culture, shopping, or Japanese history, this tour has everything covered for you. *Learn about Kyoto’s history and culture from your guide *Get a comprehensive overview of Kyoto in a day *In case of traffic, extra time is given free of charge *A private tour means a personalized experience

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based on 30 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours to 10 hours
From $601.28

Discover Geisha Arts: Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show

Take a tour of Kyoto's famous Gion district and learn all about the mysterious geisha traditions of the area. Your local guide will tell you about the traditions from an insider perspective about Geisha culture. At the same time you'll explore Gion's beautiful streets, temples, shrines, and shops, for a comprehensive overview of historic Kyoto. The mysterious world of Geisha can seem exclusive and challenging to discover, but on my experience ･In the first half we will walk in Gion and discuss the living traditions, their lifestyle and history. ･In the second half we will meet an apprentice geisha, Maiko. First we will talk with and ask her questions. Also we will watch her dancing, having one of these, a cup of tea or lunch or dinner together. *Picture and filming of Geisha is fine but not allowed to post it in public.

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based on 300 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $108.55

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide

Ran by @guidemejapan on instagram. Kyoto is one of the most famous spots to visit in Japan. Therefore, during the day, it is hard to see everything peacefully. In this tour, we start early to beat the crowds! We visit Fushimi-Inari Shrine, Kinkakuji, and Arashiyama. ⬇︎PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY⬇︎ *This is WALKING tour that uses public transportation. This is not a bus tour. This tour requires about 12,000 walking steps. *The tour is APPROXIMATELY 5.5 hours, meaning it can differ by around 30 minutes before or after the estimated time. *Our guide will contact you through what's app so please download what's app prior to this tour. This is to enhance smooth meeting between the guide and the guests. *As we have other groups in the tour, we cannot accept any late guests. If you are late, YOU CANNOT JOIN the tour and will not be given a refund. *This tour has up to 8 people.

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based on 315 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours 30 minutes
From $99.37

Activities & Tours: Kyoto Prefecture

PERFECT KYOTO 1Day Bus Tour

Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised

Private Kyoto Day Trip with English Speaking Driver

Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

Kyoto Samurai Experience

Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Private Kyoto Tour with Government-Licensed Guide and Vehicle (Max 7 persons)

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour (up to 7 people)

KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Daitokuji

Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour

Ninja hands-on 1-hour Lesson in English at Kyoto - Entry level

KYOTO Highlights with English Speaking Driver Max 6 pax

Discover Geisha Arts: Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide

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