Discover Kyoto’s unique blend of history and culture with a private tour. Explore temples, shrines, and traditional gardens with an expert guide.
- Nijō Castle - is one of the 16 World Heritage Sites in Kyoto. It was built 400 years ago by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. As there is no original palace except NIjho Castle, Its value is historically and architecturally priceless. In addition, gorgeous wall paintings and its lord garden attract your attention. It is like a living museum, indeed. In this visit, you come to know about Shogun Ieyasu’s intention of building the palace. - Ryoanji Temple - is also a world heritage site in Kyoto, internationally famous for its dry garden. The garden consists of white sand, moss, and 15 rocks. Through the visit to this temple, you will know why zen attracts people today and also understand why samurai supported zen. Another attraction is maple trees, which heal and relax people throughout the year. - Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki) - is the highlight of this tour. This is not a world heritage site, but it has enormous historical and cultural value. It’s no exaggeration to say that you cannot visit Kyoto without visiting Shorenin. Once you enter the temple, you will instantly notice the difference from other destinations. The essence of Kyoto and Japan is condensed here. This is the authentic Kyoto I’ll invite you to. - Gion Shirakawa - At the end of the tour, you walk along Shirakawa Riverside. Unlike Gion Shirakawa, it has much fewer visitors. The riverside with willow trees is quiet and serene. You can feel the atmosphere of the traditional townscape. - Kyoto City Nakagyo Area Gymnasium - Food is one of the attractions you can enjoy in Kyoto. This lunch place is the best. Delicious, reasonable price, friendly atmosphere. All my clients get happy after eating here.
- guide fee
- lunch
- Kinkakuji 500 yen (ticket)
- Ryoanji 600 yen (ticket)
- NIjho Castle 1300 yen (ticket)
- Syorenin 600 yen (ticket)
- Private transportation
Kyoto boasts numerous attractions, including culture, history, temples and shrines, scenic beauty, museums, and culinary delights. Among these, the gardens stand out. Exploring these gardens brings a sense of relaxation and tranquility. The landscape gardens, dry gardens, and moss gardens each reflect different historical periods. On this tour, you’ll visit three highlights: Shorenin, Nijo Castle, and a samurai temple featuring a dry garden. Japan has had three capitals throughout its history. Nara showcases Chinese influences, Tokyo embodies Western influences, and Kyoto, the capital for 1,000 years, represents original Japanese civilization. To truly appreciate Japan’s essence, understanding Kyoto is essential. This tour will deepen your understanding of Japan’s core.
- The transfer is already included on the total duration of the product.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
