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Explore Kyoto | Private Tour - Local English Driver(guide option)

By Gozentrip Co.,Ltd
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $220 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

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!

Activity location

  • Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Check availability

Kyoto pickup– Standard(Driver)
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

English-speaking driver: Travel smoothly between sights with a professional driver. Ideal for independent travelers who want flexible support.
Pickup included

Price details
$213.99 x 2 Adults$427.98
Paid at activity$11.68
Total
Price is $439.66
Osaka pickup– Standard(Driver)
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

English speaking driver: Travel smoothly between sights with a professional driver. Ideal for independent travelers who want flexible support.
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
$239.93 x 2 Adults$479.86
Paid at activity$11.68
Total
Price is $491.54
Kyoto pickup–Premium(Guide)
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Premium (Driver + Guide): Upgrade to a premium experience with a dedicated guide who accompanies you into sites, shares stories, maximizes your visit.
Pickup included

Price details
$337.20 x 2 Adults$674.40
Paid at activity$11.68
Total
Price is $686.08
Osaka pickup–Premium(Guide)
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Premium (Driver + Guide): Upgrade to a premium experience with a dedicated guide who accompanies you into sites, shares stories, maximizes your visit.
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
$369.63 x 2 Adults$739.26
Paid at activity$11.68
Total
Price is $750.94

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Petrol/Gas
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English Speaking Driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Parking Fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Walking Guide. (Driver will remain with the vehicle)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Kinkaku-ji Temple
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Time for transportation and lunch is already included in the total duration.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
  • Walking Guide is not included. The driver doesn't leave the car.(All relevant information on each sight is given while in car between destinations)
  • The operator will contact you via WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Activity itinerary

Arashiyama
  • 1h 30m
Arashiyama is a rural area in Kyoto with a very beautiful nature. Arashiyama is famous for its bamboo forest. Nestled on the western outskirts of Kyoto, Arashiyama offers a blend of historic charm and stunning landscapes that captivate visitors from around the world.
Kinkakuji Temple
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a revered Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto, Japan. Renowned for its stunning architecture and picturesque surroundings, Kinkaku-ji stands as a testament to the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship and spirituality. The temple's upper two floors are adorned with shimmering gold leaf, creating a breathtaking sight that is reflected in the tranquil pond that surrounds it.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Kiyomizu Temple is the biggest and the most famous temple in Japan and has been registered as the world heritage in UNESCO. Surrounding Kiyomizu-dera, the Higashiyama district is a treasure trove of traditional Japanese culture. Narrow lanes lined with traditional machiya houses, quaint shops, and artisan studios provide an authentic taste of old Kyoto. The historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka sloping streets are particularly charming and offer opportunities for exploration and discovery. Besides that you can also rent yukata to walk around Kyoto and take great pictures.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • 1h 30m
Fushimi Inari Taisha, is a sacred Shinto shrine renowned for its iconic torii gates and profound spiritual significance. As one of the most visited shrines in Japan, Fushimi Inari Taisha offers a unique and enchanting experience that captivates visitors from around the world. The shrine is characterized by its vivid vermillion torii gates that create a mesmerizing pathway through the forested slopes of Mount Inari. This symbolic trail, known as the Senbon Torii, leads visitors on a spiritual journey, representing a passage between the physical world and the divine.

Location

Activity location

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    Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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