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Kyoto 6h Private Tour Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu, Gion & Hidden Gems

Kyoto, Japan 5h 30m 5.0 · 20 reviews EN 285124P4
Private tour Free cancellation (24h) Mobile ticket
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Tour route
7 stops ~5 km
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Overview

If you have only a half day and want to optimize your experience in Kyoto, this tour is the best for you.
7 must-see spots in east and south of Kyoto, including one hidden gem!!
A professional local guide shows you the most comfortable and convenient way to the spots.
You can enjoy walking along with the beautiful sceneries, paths, and back alleys that only the local people know. Please enjoy the top 7 spots with the beautiful stories of your guide.

*This tour uses both taxis and public transportation to save your time and energy.
*We also welcome Japanese who are studying English and want to visit top 7 must-see points in Kyoto.

Tour at a glance

Duration
5h 30m
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Tour type
Private tour
up to 7 travellers per booking
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Languages
EN
live guide
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Pickup
Meet at start point
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Operates
Every day
Starts 12:00
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Confirmation
Within 48 hours
supplier confirms availability
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Cancellation
Free up to 24h before
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Rating
5.0 / 5
20 verified reviews
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Ticket
Mobile ticket
show it on your phone
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What's included

  • Selected Local Professional Guide

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Public transportation fee: 150 yen per person for public transportation
  • Taxi fee: About 2500~3000 yen per one taxi
  • Admission fee: about 1500 yen per person for all temples
  • Pick up service

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    Fushimi Inari Shrine is the most popular place in Kyoto nowadays. It was selected as No1 place In Japan 5 times by TripAdvisor. You can go through the One thousand Torii gates, where the gods of business are enshrined. It will become a precious experience for you.

    1h Admission free
  2. 2
    Chishaku-in

    This temple is a hidden gem, which has a beautiful Japanese garden. You can sit back and relax, enjoying its very Kyoto atmosphere,

    40 min Admission not included
  3. 3
    Sanjusangendo Temple

    This temple has the largest number of national treasures in Japan. It is very famous for its Japan's longest wooden structure with 1000 Statues of Cannon, the goddess of mercy. It’s so amazing!! You can’t miss it.

    1h Admission not included
  4. 4
    Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    Kiyomizu Temple is also a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. It is very famous for its' huge balcony where you can enjoy the panoramic view of Kyoto.

    1h Admission not included
  5. 5
    Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

    Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka slopes are lined with traditional wooden buildings. They are souvenir shops. Please enjoy finding out the presents for your friends!!

    1h Admission free
  6. 6
    Yasaka Pagoda

    5 story pagoda is the landmark of Kyoto. Don't forget to take pictures here. We just look at it from the outside.

    5 min Admission free
  7. 7
    Gion

    Gion Geisha district has many party- places with Maiko and Geiko.

    20 min Admission free

Meeting & pickup

Everyone meets at the start point.

Your guide meets you in front of “Kyo-Navi”, Kyoto Tourist Information Center. *Please come close to the “West Gate“ of JR Kyoto station. Nearby, you’ll see the main entrance of “Kyoto JR Isetan” department store on the 2nd floor. On the left-hand side of it, you’ll find “Kyo-Navi.”

Schedule

for 4 to 7 people Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 12:00
for 1 to 3 people Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 12:00

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will visit so many places only half day so you can not change the itinerary and starting point.
  • This tour will take you to not only tourist attractions, but also to nice Japanese-style streets and back alleys. Please wear comfortable shoes.
  • Please be sure to have some Japanese Yen ready before joining the tour. Many places in Japan do not accept other but yens, such as entrance fee, cab fare, public transportation, souvenirs, etc.
  • Since there is no time to eat lunch on this tour, it is recommended that you finish your lunch first.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveller reviews

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V8400JRpatricias Jun 2026 · Tripadvisor
A Wonderful Kyoto Experience with Kaori-san

We had an amazing tour with Kaori-san. I joined this tour with my family (2 adults and 3 children). I lived in Japan for 14 years and had visited Kyoto several times, but Kaori explained many things I didn't know in a way that was easy to understand for both adults and my three daughters. The tour included beautiful, must-see temples in Kyoto, and she took us to areas within the temples that were less crowded and more frequented by locals. The timing of the tour was excellent as well, since we started after lunch and ended in the Gion area where, with a bit of luck, you can spot a Geiko san and enjoy the shops and restaurants. I highly recommend this tour and Kaori-san as a guide.

asintas Aug 2025 · Viator
Very good!

Yoshi was such a great guide! Such a nice guy and very informative! The tour was great and we got to see a lot of Kyoto on our first day, especially in regards to the shrines and temples. Great!

annamC9857PZ Jun 2025 · Tripadvisor
First Time in Kyoto.

Kaori-san gave an amazing tour. Making sure we were prepared for the train and taxi ride the whole time. She explained a lot of the history of the shrines and temples we visited, as well as the stories behind places and paintings. We weren’t prepared for the sun and she was kind enough to bring 3 sun umbrellas for us. We ended the tour with some shopping where she showed us what was a specialty of Kyoto. Thank you very much for the tour!

Adrian_D Jun 2025 · Viator
Best Tour in Kyoto!

Kaori went above and beyond our expectations for the private tour of the hidden jems tour in Kyoto! The love that Kaori showed us about Kyoto shined through her explanations and she was so humble and patient. We never felt rushed and spent the perfect amount of time at each location we visited. Kaori was extremely knowledgeable about Japanese and Kyoto culture and traditions and showed us her love of the country. Kaori was so hospitable and she is your friend by the end of the tour! She even had an extra umbrella for us when it started raining. Kaori is a beautiful person and the best tour guide you will ever have! Thank you Kaori! We had a wonderful time on our tour yesterday!

adA4919PV Jun 2025 · Tripadvisor
Best tour in Kyoto!

Kaori went above and beyond our expectations for the private tour of the hidden jems tour in Kyoto! The love that Kaori showed us about Kyoto shined through her explanations and she was so humble and patient. We never felt rushed and spent the perfect amount of time at each location we visited. Kaori was extremely knowledgeable about Japanese and Kyoto culture and traditions and showed us her love of the country. Kaori was so hospitable and she is your friend by the end of the tour! She even had an extra umbrella for us when it started raining. Kaori is a beautiful person and the best tour guide you will ever have! Thank you Kaori! We had a wonderful time on our tour yesterday!

Antonio G Apr 2025 · Tripadvisor
A Must! Loved this tour!

Loved this tour! It was a long day, but our tour guide, Keisuke Yoshinaga was absolutely the best! "Yoshi" was informative, organized, helpful, and made the day fun. The restaurant he chose for lunch was excellent and reasonable. I highly recommend, and would take any other tour he gives.

Susie_F Dec 2024 · Viator
History, Art & Beauty in Kyoto!

While we had been to Kyoto before, we decided to take a private guided tour on this trip and our guide was Kaori-san. Kaori-san was very accommodating in allowing us to customize our tour and also included temples/places that I would have never thought of going to myself, but also taking us to well-known sights in Kyoto that we did want to visit. Kaori-san’s knowledge of Kyoto and its history made this private guided tour even more enjoyable. Arigatou gozaimasu, Kaori-san for helping to make our trip back to Kyoto memorable with your knowledge and taking our photos at every stop. Highly recommend!

Anita_H Jun 2024 · Viator
Private tour with Mutsumi

We had a very enjoyable and comfortable private tour day with Mutsumi. Such a nice lady with humour and always open to suggestions. She adapted quickly to our wishes. Mutsumi has an amazing knowlegde of the history behind the sights and she combined that with sharing her own stories with us. We loved that❣️ Thank you, Mutsumi, for showing us the nicest and best places🙏

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Frequently asked questions

How long does this experience last?

It lasts 5h 30m.

Is hotel pickup included?

Everyone meets at the start point.

Can I cancel for free?

Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.

Which languages is the guide available in?

Guide languages: EN

On which days does it run?

It runs Every day. Starts 12:00

How fast is the booking confirmed?

Within 48 hours, once the supplier confirms.

Is this a private tour?

Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.

Where do I complete the booking?

On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.

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