Full Kyoto Magical Experience 1 Day Tour
This is the ultimate tour where you will experience the full essence of Kyoto in 1 day.
Go deep into the most beautiful shrines and find how they are unique in the world. Explore the enchanting temples, dream-like Japanese gardens, must-see samurai castle all with the super knowledgeable, expert guide answering all your questions and providing fun, insightful, and unique commentary only shared on this tour. This tour even includes a "foodie tour" with mouthwatering food samplings included from the historic Nishiki Market!
This is NOT a "go! go! go!" tour quickly hopping from one spot to the next. Imagine you had a nice friend, who is local to Kyoto, take you around the best spots and share with you the love for Japan. This IS that tour, and this is for those who want to experience the "real" Japan, the "magic" of Kyoto making your precious time in Japan a memorable experience.
PRIVATE TOUR
Transportation, a combination of public & taxi (included)
- Itinerary subject to change
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Full Kyoto Magical Experience 1 Day Tour
What's included in Full Kyoto Magical Experience 1 Day Tour
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Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
We will explore the sacred grounds of the "World Heritage" Fushimi Inari Shrine, while the guide will share with you cultural insights and details not available on any other tour.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
After the Shinto shrine, we will experience the most famous Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Kiyomizu Temple. The ancient, traditional architecture is spectacular and the guide will share interesting stories about it's legendary history.
Nishiki Market Shopping District
We will do a fun "Foodie Tour" at the historical Nishiki Food Market. There will be at least 3 tasty food samplings (bought by the guide) included in this portion of the tour. You will get to experience real, Kyoto style food culture.
Inclusions
- at least 3 food samplings at Nishiki Market (chosen & bought by the guide)
- English speaking guide: Expert, top-tier level knowledgeable guide
- ALL admission fees
- Transportation during tour (we will take a combination of train, bus, taxi)
- Tips/Gratuities: never an obligation, but always appreciated (if you enjoyed)
- Extra Food: any food, drinks that you choose on your own (anything the guide buys is included)
- transportation to the meeting spot, transportation from the ending point
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for those with walking issues. The tour requires some mild hiking, and walking throughout the day
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Guide will be waiting for you in front of the main entrance area of the Kyoto Central Post Office Building.
End Points
- Tour will end at the exit gate of Nijo-jo
