Kyoto Cultural Day Walking Tour with Expert Tour Guide
Explore the heart of Kyoto on a captivating day tour featuring its most iconic landmarks. Start with a visit to Kinkaku-ji, the stunning Golden Pavilion, where intricate Zen history unfolds. Stroll through the tranquil Philosopher’s Path to Ginkaku-ji, the elegant Silver Pavilion, and discover the vibrant Nishiki Market, overflowing with traditional delicacies. Enjoy a leisurely lunch tailored to your preferences, and wander through the historic Higashiyama District, capturing the essence of Kyoto's culture. This tour offers a personalized experience with a private English-speaking cultural expert.
- Visit Kinkaku-ji and Ginkaku-ji, two of Kyoto's UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Explore Nishiki Market and sample local culinary delights
- Enjoy a tailored lunch experience based on your dietary preferences
- Private English-speaking guide ensures an insightful and enriching journey
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Kyoto Cultural Day Walking Tour
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What's included in Kyoto Cultural Day Walking Tour with Expert Tour Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kyoto
Discover Kyoto’s timeless beauty with visits to Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and the Gion district. Stroll through serene bamboo groves in Arashiyama, admire traditional architecture, and experience the elegance of geisha culture, guided by a local expert offering rich historical and cultural insights.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Explore Kyoto’s Imperial Palace, once home to Japan’s emperors, with its elegant gardens, historic gates, and classic architecture. Then continue to iconic sites like Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera, Arashiyama’s bamboo grove, and the Gion district—each offering a deep dive into Kyoto’s imperial past, spiritual heart, and enduring cultural beauty.
Kinkakuji Temple
Marvel at the stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf, set beside a tranquil reflecting pond. Travelers will explore its meticulously landscaped gardens, learn about its fascinating history, and experience the harmony of traditional Japanese aesthetics—all while enjoying one of Kyoto’s most iconic and photogenic sights.
Inclusions
- Support during your time in Japan - before and after your tour!!
- Food and drink
- Private transportation
- All shrines / temples / museums are not included in the basic tour price
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transfering from one place to anothe time is already included on the total duration of the product.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We will meet you wherever you like - just confirm with us on Whatsapp!!
Meeting / End Points
- We will contact you before the tour to confirm everything with you!
