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Located in the Arashiyama area of Kyoto, Tenryu-ji Temple is one of the five great temples of Kyoto. Make a stop at this sprawling Zen temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates from the 14th century, to experience its traditional Japanese landscape garden.
68 Saga Tenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto Prefecture
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Kyoto Arashiyama & Sagano Walking Food Tour
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Spend some time getting acquainted with the food and culture of two historically important and beautiful districts of Kyoto on this guided walking tour. Stroll over the ninth-century Togetsukyo bridge and make stops to sample local snacks. After a visit to the 14th-century Tenryu-ji temple, head to a beautiful bamboo garden and indulge in some traditional Japanese sweets. This tour of Arashiyama and Sagano is a great way to get to know Kyoto.
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$110.70
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$110.70

Kyoto Private Custom Walking & Sightseeing Tour
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Take control of your Kyoto sightseeing and visit only the sights you wish to see on this private walking tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour lets you customize a half-day or full-day itinerary. Opt to visit the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Nijo Castle, or to stray from the beaten path to see an alternative side of Kyoto. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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$235.50
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Kyoto Arashiyama Insider Walking Tour
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Get an up-close perspective of Kyoto’s Arashiyama district on this small-group walking tour. Learn more about Kyoto’s history and culture as you visit Arashiyama highlights such as the beautiful bamboo grove, the 14th-century Tenryuji Temple, the wide Togetsukyo Bridge over the Katsura River, and more. Get a more intimate look at this rich part of town by exploring on foot for about four hours.
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$69.99
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$69.99

Kyoto Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Explore Kyoto, one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations, accompanied by one of our government-licensed, experienced multilingual guides, who will help you efficiently enjoy a four-hour tour, introducing both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic and ancient city.
Your guide will pick you up at your hotel, or anywhere else at your convenience, and will take you to a number of Kyoto's famous spots.
Let us know what you would like to experience and we will arrange a tour that's best for you!
Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
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$75.75
Price varies by group size
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$75.75
Price varies by group size

Kyoto Arashiyama & Sagano Bamboo Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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This private tour allows you to discover the highlights of the Arashiyama and Sagano districts of Kyoto, without having to do any research. Instead, set off with a private guide to take care of the navigating and teach you about the local area. Along the way, stroll past an abundance of interesting sights, such as Arashiyama’s bamboo groves, Togetsukyo Bridge, Jojakko-ji Temple, and Tenryuji Temple.
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$75.75
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$75.75
Price varies by group size

Kyoto: Descending Arashiyama (Small Group)
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Arashiyama is known for its famous bamboo groves, temples, and stunning nature spots—and this small-group tour is the ideal way to discover it without doing any research. Benefit from having a guide to navigate, so you can put away your map and focus on the sights. Highlights of the route include the 1,200 Buddha statues at Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple, an Edo-period cafe, a pottery studio, and Sagano Bamboo Grove.
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$60.60
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Kyoto from Osaka: Immersive Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari by Private Vehicle
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This private tour makes it easy to visit Kyoto from Osaka for the day. The tour will focus on the beautiful Arashiyama area of Kyoto, with its bamboo groves, ancient temples and shrines, and the impressive Togetsukyo Bridge. You’ll also visit another Kyoto highlight, the Fushimi Inari Shrine, lined with thousands of red torii gates. Save time and hassle by getting around in a comfortable private vehicle.
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$560.00
per group
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$560.00
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Private Kyoto Arashiyama Custom Half-Day Tour by Chartered Vehicle
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Experience a more natural, idyllic, side of Japan during this 4-hour private excursion to the Arashiyama area in western Kyoto. Climb aboard your chartered limo, van or bus for an exploration of Arashiyama attractions like the historic Tenryu Temple, picturesque Togetsukyo Bridge and the tranquil Sagano Bamboo Groves. Best of all this trip is easily customized, allowing you to pick the attractions and itinerary that best meet your interests. A driver, round-trip transport from central Kyoto and private vehicle are included.
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$275.96
per group
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$275.96
per group

Kyoto Arashiyama & Golden Pavilion One day Fulfilling Tour
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This private full-day tour makes it easy to explore some of Kyoto’s highlights without the risk of getting lost. In the morning, head to Arashiyama, a peaceful district in western Kyoto where you can see wild monkeys, cross the Togetsukyo Bridge, and take a stroll in the bamboo forest. In the afternoon, be amazed by the golden Kinkakuji, a must-visit attraction in Kyoto.
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$106.05
Price varies by group size
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$106.05
Price varies by group size

Kyoto: Descending Arashiyama (Private)
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Get away from the crowds and spend a wonderful day in Arashiyama which will undoubtedly stand out in your mind as you think back to your time here in Kyoto.
We begin with a relaxing morning stroll through the lush garden of one of Japan’s first Zen temples dating back over 1,000 years. We then head into the foothills and as we peacefully stroll back to town we visit twelve hundred stone Buddhas on a hillside, an Edo period cafe, an ancient burial ground, a temple founded by two former geisha, a working pottery studio, the villa of a silent film actor, a majestic bamboo grove, and the "shrine of love'. All this as we browse shops filled with handmade goods and enjoy a delicious traditional lunch.
Important Note: Each guest is required to bring an additional 5,500 yen (cash) for admission tickets and lunch.
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$357.39
per group
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$357.39
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The Original Early Bird Tour of Kyoto.
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Discover Kyoto at it's most magical hour as the sun rises over Japan's historic treasure of a city. Take a magical walk through the thousands of red gates at Fushimi Inari shrine and visit a nearly empty temple, then onto the bamboo grove.
This experience is perfect for those who naturally rise in the early morning, or for those who just want to have a unique experience and don't mind getting up early for it. It can also be an amazing way to take advantage of your jet lag!
Along the way, we give you insights about Buddhism, Japanese garden design, history and more. We are also happy to help you with any questions you have about Kyoto or Japan and can even help you plan your days ahead. Beat the crowds on the Original Early Bird Tour of Kyoto.
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$124.31
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$124.31

Kyoto Self-Guided Audio Tour
Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Kyoto
Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour
• It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and locations; skip the content that doesn't interest you and listen longer with content that does interest you.
• Not necessary to download any location tracking apps, Audio guide can be listen it on online (or) offline.
•Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one which you’re more comfortable with.
• It is one of the best option with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide.
•If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries we will answer in your language instantly by message.
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$6.00
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$6.00

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
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If you have only one day in Kyoto and want to see all the top 10 must-see spots of Kyoto, this tour is the best for you.
A professional local guide shows you the best, comfortable and convenient way to the spots. And you can enjoy walking along with the beautiful sceneries, paths, and back alleys only the local people know.
We use the taxies three times to save your time and energy. This tour is a mixture of public transport and taxis.
Thanks to taxis and a friendly local professional guide, you can visit the 10 most famous attractions such as the Fushimi Inari shrine (thousands of Torii gate), Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu temple (with huge balcony), bamboo forest, Geisha district, and so on.
If you check the spots you can visit on this tour, you can notice that all must-see points in Kyoto are included!!
Please enjoy the top ten spots with the beautiful stories of your guide.
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$265.13
per group
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$265.13
per group

The Kyoto VIP Experience!
A fully customized experience for those who are used to the best of the very best. We go out of our way to make your day in Kyoto a very special one indeed. The itinerary in the description is just an idea. Upon booking, you will receive a questionnaire and then once we learn what really makes you tick as a traveller we get to work on planning the perfect day for you and those special to you.
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$326.31
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$326.31

Free Choice of Itineraries Kyoto Private Tour
This is a guided private custom Kyoto tour using by chartered taxi. Pick up at a hotel in Kyoto city.
For the tour destination, choose four places where you are interested in Kyoto from the list below for your tour!
Karesansui Rock Garden, Arashiyama Bamboo Groves, Togetsu Bridge, Kinkakuji Temple,Tenryuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Sanjusangendo.
Enjoy the ancient temples , shrines and wonderful bamboo groves with historical explanations by professional guides.
You will receive an email after booking your tour from this web page. Please reply to the email with the 4 tourist sites you want to visit.
The price for the displayed tour does not include the charter car fares.
The fares is 55000 yen on average. However, it changes with the parking lot and toll road to use on the day. Charter fares will be charged on the day of the tour.
For details of the tour, you can look at inclusions excursions section of this web page.
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$175.20
Price varies by group size
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$175.20
Price varies by group size

Full Day Kyoto Chartered Taxi Tour
This is a guided private custom Kyoto tour using by chartered taxi. Pick up at a hotel in Kyoto city.
For the tour destination, choose four places where you are interested in Kyoto from the list below for your tour!
Karesansui Rock Garden, Arashiyama Bamboo Groves, Togetsu Bridge, Kinkakuji Temple,Tenryuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Sanjusangendo.
Enjoy the ancient temples , shrines and wonderful bamboo groves with historical explanations by professional guides.
You will receive an email after booking your tour from this web page. Please reply to the email with the 4 tourist sites you want to visit.
The price for the displayed tour does not include the charter car fares.
The fares is 40000 yen on average. However, it changes with the parking lot and toll road to use on the day. Charter fares will be charged on the day of the tour.
For details of the tour, you can look at inclusions excursions section of this web page.
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$200.59
Price varies by group size
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$200.59
Price varies by group size

Kyoto Full-Day Private Tour by Public Transportation
You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends.
This is a Kyoto tour using by public transportation.
The destinations of the tour includes Karesansui Rock Garden, Arashiyama
Bamboo Groves, Togetsu Bridge, Kinkakuji Temple and Tenryuji Temple.
Enjoy the ancient temples , shrines and wonderful bamboo groves with historical explanations by professional guides.
For details of the tour, you can look at the what to expect section and inclusions excursions section of this web page.
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$147.10
Price varies by group size
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$147.10
Price varies by group size

Private Early Bird Tour of Kyoto!
Discover Kyoto at it's most magical hour as the sun rises over Japan's historic treasure of a city. Take a magical walk through the thousands of red gates at Fushimi Inari shrine and visit a nearly empty temple, then onto the bamboo grove.
This experience is perfect for those who naturally rise in the early morning, or for those who just want to have a unique experience and don't mind getting up early for it. It can also be an amazing way to take advantage of your jet lag!
Along the way, we give you insights about Buddhism, Japanese garden design, history and more. We are also happy to help you with any questions you have about Kyoto or Japan and can even help you plan your days ahead. Beat the crowds on the Original Early Bird Tour of Kyoto.
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From
$155.39
From
$155.39

Full-Day Private Guided Tour in Kyoto, Arashiyama: Temple and Nature
In this tour, we will visit Arashiyama district in Kyoto and discover its different sides: history, nature and city.
We will walk a while and climb a mount. I hope you like to hike. Old town, temple and nature with bamboo forest then monkeys. You will have everything!
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$194.24
per group
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$194.24
per group

Kyoto All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Full-day Tour - English Speaking Driver
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This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover lots of Kyoto’s highlights in a day. Avoid the potential confusion of Kyoto’s subway and bus systems, and travel comfortably in a private vehicle instead.
Enjoy the flexibility of being able to pick a set itinerary, or customize your own. Potential attractions include all Must-See spots in Kyoto, so please explore at your own pace and visit sights such as Kiyomizu Temple, Gion Geisha District, Kinkakuji Temple and Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.
Your English speaking driver will fully support your six-hours tour.
Note*: Tour details has a possibility of change depending on the place of your meeting point. Please feel free to ask us if you have any special request for your itinerary. We will do our best to meet your request.
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$416.63
per group
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$416.63
per group

Kyoto Stunning Japanese Gardens Tour
Kyoto is the best known sightseeing spot in Japan. As it was the old capital of Japan for over 1,000 years, it offers plenty of fabulous things to see such as venerated temples, shrines, Geisha and Uji matcha town.
One thing we strongly recommend is to visit traditional Japanese gardens which are acknowledged and admired throughout the world. Some of them beautifully harmonize with the surroundings and others provide space to indulge in meditation.
Here we offer a one-day tour introducing splendid gardens in Kyoto including Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
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$113.63
Price varies by group size
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$113.63
Price varies by group size

Discover your Kyoto -Kyoto Walking Tour-
In a day you will be able to visit the historical places of Kyoto. Kyoto has a different atmosphere from Tokyo and you can feel it by the historical vibes and the local people. Come and discovery Kyoto for its beauty with this tour, we are sure that it will be a travel you won't forget.
Spots to visit
1.Nijo Castle
A UNESCO World Hertiage Site, Nijo Castle was castle that was built for the first shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu who ruled Japan from 1603-1616.
2.Kinkakuji
A Zen Temple whose top two floor is covered in gold leaf overlooking a large pond. Though its standing majestically now, this temple has been burned numerous time in the past.
3.Arashiyama
A popular sightseeing spot in Kyoto, the biggest reason for its popularity is due to the beautiful scenery that changes by the season.
4.Tenryuji Temple/Bamboo Forest
Here in this mesmerizing forest is the Tenryuji Temple, a temple which was originally built in 1339 by the ruling shogun Ashikaga Takauji.
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$162.62
Price varies by group size
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$162.62
Price varies by group size

Private Tour - 1Day Chill-Out Tour in a Holiday Home Area in Kyoto
Arashiyama, Kyoto had been the holiday villa area for the authorities for more than a thousand years.
Don’t miss the iconic spots such as the famous bridge: “Togetsukyo Bridge” and the bamboo grove! Those who have visited Kyoto once have surely visited those two spots. Many photographers across the world come to the path in the bamboo grove to take beautiful pictures and there is a new photogenic spot where you can take pictures against a kimono pattern which you should visit!
Have a matcha parfait which is said to be the best in Kyoto at the last spot of this tour and make it an unforgettable tour!
Don’t forget to book your tour to visit Kyoto-ish spots!
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$92.42
Price varies by group size
From
$92.42
Price varies by group size

City Escape: Arashiyama Park Private Day Trip
This is not a typical day trip; this is YOUR day trip!
Step outside of Kyoto and go to Arashiyama Park for a fuller, more extensive experience by exploring the beauty of the region. Sit back and admire the views as you travel through beautiful scenery typical of the region. Make stops along the way to visit classic spots like Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji Temple and Monkey Park Iwatayama and of course, let’s not forget about the hidden gems your host has in store for you. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories and let you connect with their culture in an enjoyable and inspiring way. So get ready and enjoy the ride!
Withlocals City Escape Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
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$180.36
Price varies by group size
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$180.36
Price varies by group size
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