Activities & Tours: Kyoto Prefecture

Kyoto Nara Private Guided Tour with Pick up

Unlock the secrets of Kyoto with a customized private tour that fits your style! Select a half-day or full-day journey, visiting legendary landmarks or venturing off the beaten path to discover the city's lesser-known treasures. With hotel pickup and flexible drop-off, you'll make the most of your Kyoto adventure.

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See Details → Duration: 10 hours
From £399.00

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. Explore the intriguing wooden buildings and stone alleys (maybe even spotting a geisha or two) in Kyoto’s famed Higashiyama area, all with a knowledgeable local guide and rickshaw driver. This authentic, customizable Kyoto adventure is a fun introduction to this beautiful city.

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based on 161 reviews

See Details → Duration: 30 minutes to 3 hours
From £31.78

Nara 8hr Private Tour - Kyoto DEP. with Licensed Guide

Explore Nara with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of Nara and introduce both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic and ancient Japanese city. Nara's proximity to Kyoto and Osaka, and its rich collection of traditional sites, make it an ideal destination for a day trip from either of its larger neighbors. Your private guide can help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of this ancient Japanese city. You can start your day at your hotel in Osaka, Kyoto. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize Nara day tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

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based on 83 reviews

See Details → Duration: 8 hours
From £153.59

Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience by Tea Master at Local Home

In a traditional tea room with a capacity of 4 people, you may experience something close to meditation. The class is held in the home of a certified instructor born and raised in Kyoto. The elegant Japanese tea ceremony was popularized in Kyoto, making it the ideal place to experience this tradition in Japan’s ancient capital. Join our Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience for a delightful and culturally immersive journey! You’ll learn how to prepare matcha tea using traditional tools, such as the bamboo whisk, under the guidance of a licensed tea ceremony instructor. You will also be introduced to the etiquette of the Japanese tea ceremony and have the chance to put your new knowledge into practice. Enjoy exquisite Japanese sweets from a historical confectionery known for its tea ceremony treats, made from high-quality sugar. These delicacies are completely gluten-free and vegan, allowing almost anyone to participate! Relax and immerse yourself in Japan's traditional culture！

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based on 34 reviews

See Details → Duration: 1 hours
From £64.09

South Kyoto in a Nutshell: Gentle Backstreet Bike Tour!

**Must be 13+ to participate as a rider** Join Cycle Kyoto for a morning bike tour around south Kyoto's most beautiful locations. Stay safe riding on quiet backstreets, explore the mighty Fushimi Inari Shrine as well as a host of specially selected locations. Starts with a visit to the temples of central Kyoto before following the Takase Canal and Kamo River into Gion. After weaving through the backstreets of Kyoto’s famous geisha and teahouse district, we head up to the spectacular Tofukuji Temple for pictures. We then roll down to the other side of the slope and straight into Fushimi Inari Shrine (The most visited attraction in Japan!). After a stroll around the famous orange Torii gates, we head home.

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based on 152 reviews

See Details → Duration: 3 hours to 4 hours
From £58.26

Gion Walking Tour by Night

One of the most popular walking tours in Japan. As the pioneer of such walking tours, it has long been loved by people since 2007, and more than 100,000 guests have joined since then. Gion is Kyoto’s most traditional district where the culture of Kagai, the world of Maiko-san and Geiko-san is still alive. Though many tourists come to Gion, it can be difficult to grasp the magnitude and beauty of Gion completely. Your guide will explain the history of Kagai, the lives of Maiko-san and Geiko-san and even take you to the backstreets of Gion. Walk with a well-experienced knowledgeable, licensed English-speaking guide and discover the depths of the Old Capital, Kyoto.

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based on 390 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 hours
From £15.89

Private Photoshoot Experience in Kyoto ( Gion )

Visiting Kyoto? Make sure to have the best, most beautiful photos while you're touring and exploring the city! We will visit 5 spots within 1 hour About photo *You will be receiving 40 high-resolution, fully edited photos. *You will receive all unedited photos for you to use freely! we will start from the front of Yasaka Shrine gate and will take around 15 minutes there to take some pictures and explain about the Shirne then will move to Yasaka Koshindo which takes 10 minutes to take some pictures and explain about the temple then will move to Hidden Street and will take there around 10 minutes and taking some pictures then we will move to Hōkan-ji Temple will stay there around 15 minutes to take some pictures and explain about the will move to the last spot which is Sannenzaka will stay there 10 minutes to take some pictures and will drop you off at Japanese style Starbucks. ・Yasaka-Shrine ・Yasaka Koshindo ・Hidden Street ・Hōkan-ji Temple ・Sannenzaka

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based on 33 reviews

See Details → Duration: 1 hours
From £69.12

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Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion & Kiyomizu from Kyoto or Osaka

A popular Sunrise Tours plan visiting the renowned sights of Kyoto including several World Heritage sites. This tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter. The tour will visit Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Sanjusangen-do Temple, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. This tour takes participants to famous temples, a shrine, a castle, and other majestic places of interest in Kyoto. This standard tour is recommended for those traveling to Kyoto for the first time. [Only for guests selected Osaka Start & End Option] An assistant will provide support from Osaka to Kyoto. After the tour ends, the assistant will lead the group from Kyoto to Osaka.

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based on 569 reviews

See Details → Duration: 9 hours to 12 hours
From £99.57

Kyoto : Custom Private Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)

Get to know the city through the eyes of a local guide. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it to the local for an enlightening introduction to the city. With our private walking tours, you'll skip the mundane historical tours and experience the city through the eyes of a real local. Our local guides are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and insights. The will offer an authentic and personal experience. By the end of the tour, you will feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. - Private tour for just you and your group - Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality - Get a deeper insight into Kyoto life than possible alone - See Kyoto through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8-hour tour options.

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based on 62 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 hours to 8 hours
From £59.68

Private Japanese Calligraphy Class in Kyoto

As for Japanese words or a phrase for your writing on this occasion, we have a lot of kinds in kanji character in advance for your reference so that you may choose anyone from them that you want to have a try to! Of course,you can take it away your own calligraphy to your home in arranged and covered with beautiful Japanese traditional paper! If you already have your favorite words in mind that you wish to do with, you can also have a chance for it. (*Please contact us before you get to our place)

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based on 32 reviews

See Details → Duration: 1 hours
From £58.26

Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour

-Hike through a secret path into Fushimi Inari Shrine. Even though there is Fushi-inari station, we start the tour from Tofukuji station because we enter Fushi-inari shrine from back side of main entrance. -Journey into a secret bamboo forest We will discover a natural bamboo forest, and a small Inari shrine hidden from tourists. Fushimi Inari's main entrance is hard to navigate due to a lot of people, but by walking through the mountains, we will see Fushimi Inari from a new perspective, away from the crowd. -Return to civilization after a breathtaking view atop the mountains of Fushimi Inari From here on, we will explore tourist areas on the way to the top of the mountain. Tour routes may vary, but it will end somewhere around the main shrine. Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

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based on 1126 reviews

See Details → Duration: 3 hours
From £57.20

The Art of Geisha: Exclusive Show & Traditional Japanese Game

Join our tour to explore the Gion district and witness a captivating Geisha show performed by a Maiko, Geisha Apprentice. You will have the time to ask questions, play a traditional Japanese fan game, and receive a personalized signature from the Geisha Apprentice on your own fan, all included in the tour. This unique chance to obtain a Geisha Apprentice-signed fan is a must-do experience for all visitors!

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based on 7 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 hours
From £148.30

Kyoto Early Bird Walking Tour

Kyoto is the most famous tourist destination in Japan. There are plenty of wonderful sites, but it is always bustling with tourists from all over the world, so it’s hard to enjoy Kyoto's natural beauty quietly and in depth. Here we offer a luxurious tour that enables you to visit three of the most famous tourist attractions in Kyoto with fewer people in half a day till noon. After this tour there is time for you to spend on other activities. This tour is a walking tour. Let us remind you that you'll take about 15,000 steps through this tour.

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based on 318 reviews

See Details → Duration: 5 hours 15 minutes
From £84.21

Sushi - Authentic Japanese Cooking Class - the best souvenir from Kyoto!

Authentic Japanese Cooking Class - the best souvenir from Kyoto! Welcome to Kaori’s kitchen! Would you like to visit a Japanese home? This hideaway is located in a back alley in the center of Kyoto. Why not join our class? It's fun and tasty! A real cultural experience! You will learn: ・ how to cook authentic Japanese dishes in English ・ Japanese table manners ・ the culture of Japanese cuisine ・ and much more! Japanese cooking class Roujiya gives you more than just cooking lessons. We'd like to show Japanese cultures and customs as well. In addition if you know table manners even a little, you can feel much more relaxed in Japanese restaurants! We will be happy to assist you and give some hints and information about variations of the recipes using different ingredients when you return home.

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based on 77 reviews

See Details → Duration: 2 hours
From £50.31

Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide

The ideal pick for time-tight travelers that want to enjoy Kyoto. Avoid the potential confusion of Kyoto’s subway and bus systems; travel comfortably in a private vehicle instead! On this tour, some of the destinations you can choose to visit include the glittering Golden Temple, the architectural masterpiece that is Kiyomizu temple in the Gion Geisha district, and Arashiyama with its towering bamboo forest. You will have the freedom to explore each area on your own as the driver waits to accompany you safely to your next destination. We hope to see you in Kyoto soon! Tour details may change depending on your meeting point. This tour does not include a private guide. Please book one of our guided tours if you need a guide.

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based on 60 reviews

See Details → Duration: 6 hours
From £281.76

Activities & Tours: Kyoto Prefecture

Kyoto Nara Private Guided Tour with Pick up

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Nara 8hr Private Tour - Kyoto DEP. with Licensed Guide

Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience by Tea Master at Local Home

South Kyoto in a Nutshell: Gentle Backstreet Bike Tour!

Gion Walking Tour by Night

Private Photoshoot Experience in Kyoto ( Gion )

Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion & Kiyomizu from Kyoto or Osaka

Kyoto : Custom Private Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)

Private Japanese Calligraphy Class in Kyoto

Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour

The Art of Geisha: Exclusive Show & Traditional Japanese Game

Kyoto Early Bird Walking Tour

Sushi - Authentic Japanese Cooking Class - the best souvenir from Kyoto!

Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide

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