Full Day Private Kyoto Tour
There are so many great places in Kyoto that you probably want to visit but perhaps not enough time. Also, Kyoto is getting very crowded due to a lot of foreigners visiting there. It is best to have a local person guiding you to come up with a plan that suits your preference. Those include not only major places but less known but very authentic temples and gardens. For instance if you are interested in visiting zen/stone gardens, rather than visiting the crowded Ryoanji, I will take you to several sub temples of Daitokuji that has variety of amazing gardens. Plus the aburimochi shop behind it is a true hidden gem of Kyoto which started in year 1000. You can experience the origin of all the Kyoto sweets there! I have lived in the US, UK, and India for approximately 20 years, and I’ve also traveled to about 30 countries. Living abroad for such a long time made me realize Japan’s value and sparked my interest in working as a translator/guide for foreigners.
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Full Day Private Kyoto Tour
What's included in Full Day Private Kyoto Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tenryu-ji Temple
First we visit one of the most famous zen temples in Japan called Tenryuji. We will be able to see the beautiful pond trolling type garden as well as the famed ceiling painting of dragon in the lecture hall.
The Bamboo Forest Trail
After going through Tenryuji temple, behind it we will visit the famed bamboo forest.
Okochi Sanso Garden
Okochi Sanso used to be owned by a famed Japanese movie star. He created a beautiful secluded garden. Though it costs 1,000 yen per person, it is definitely worth visiting there especially in the fall with amazing view of foliage.
Inclusions
- Guide translaiton fee
- Entrance fee for temples and other facilities. Each temple costs about 500 yen per person.
- Cost for you and guide need to be borne by your side
- Transportation cost for the guide has to be borne by your side
- Public Transportation (approx. less than 1500 yen per person)
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining time in itinerary is for the travel time
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We will meet outside of the JR Central Gate at the Kyoto station. The guide will have a VIator signboard. *If you prefer, though depending on the location, I can come and meet at your hotel as well.
End Points
- We will finish the tour just outside the Nishiki Market.
