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Kyoto Gion Highlights: Geisha, Temples
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13 Ratings
Kyoto
Join us for an incredible stroll through Gion’s historic alleys, where Kyoto’s rich history and lively culture come alive. Discover the timeless allure of this iconic district. Gion TOP 10 HIGHLIGHTS!
Join us for an incredible stroll through Gion’s historic alleys, where Kyoto’s rich history and lively culture come alive. Discover the timeless allure of this iconic district. Gion TOP 10 HIGHLIGHTS!
Duration:
4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
Pontocho District - Pontocho, a narrow alley in Kyoto, Japan, is renowned for its traditional dining and entertainment. Lined with restaurants, ranging from high-end establishments to small izakayas, it’s a popular spot for experiencing authentic Japanese cuisine. The area, especially picturesque at night with its atmospheric lighting, retains an…
Pontocho District - Pontocho, a narrow alley in Kyoto, Japan, is renowned for its traditional dining and entertainment. Lined with restaurants, ranging from high-end establishments to small izakayas, it’s a popular spot for experiencing authentic Japanese cuisine. The area, especially picturesque at night with its atmospheric lighting, retains an old-world charm and is also known for occasional geisha sightings.
What's Included
- Kiyumizudera
- Geisha might be seen, though they’re quite rare.
- Japanese Present
- Kenninji Temple
- Yasaka Shrine - Yasaka Pagoda
- Gion District - Hanamikoji
- Kiyumizudera
- Geisha might be seen, though they’re quite rare.
- Japanese Present
- Kenninji Temple
- Yasaka Shrine - Yasaka Pagoda
- Gion District - Hanamikoji
What's Not Included
- Tips for the guide (appreciated)
- Pick up service (not available)
- Dinner
- Tips for the guide (appreciated)
- Pick up service (not available)
- Dinner
Additional Information
- Geisha might be seen, though they’re quite rare.
- Single travelers can book this tour, but please note there is a “2 guests minimum” requirement for the tour to proceed. If only one guest is booked, the tour may be canceled. In such cases, you will be notified promptly, with options for rescheduling or a full refund.
- Geisha might be seen, though they’re quite rare.
- Single travelers can book this tour, but please note there is a “2 guests minimum” requirement for the tour to proceed. If only one guest is booked, the tour may be canceled. In such cases, you will be notified promptly, with options for rescheduling or a full refund.
Location
105-1 Hashimotochō
We will meet all in front of McDonald's near Kyoto-Kawaramachi station EXIT 1B.
Please arrive 15 MINUTES before the meeting time.
To keep in touch easily, please download WHATSAPP app before you come.
Can't wait to see you all there!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(13 Ratings)
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Herohehoholiday
Oct 30, 2024
Wonderful experience - Aron was a special guide, prepared and nice. We spent a wonderful day in his company and visited special places in the Gion district. We highly recommend this experience!
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Havaholiday
Oct 20, 2024
Exceptional day, seeing the sights and sites in the Gion area and more. - Our tour with Erin was a really exceptional day visiting the Gion highlights and beautiful zen temples and many shrines. Our tour was in mid-September 2024 during very hot weather, and Erin ensured that we were managing this and enjoying the itinerary. His connection to his adopted country and also his knowledge and love of the history and customs made our tour really special. Erin was kind and a great communicator, which enhanced the whole experience. It was a particularly busy day being a public holiday however, Erin ensured that an early start allowed some peaceful visits and also led us through some interesting & welcome shortcuts as we traversed the area as a break from the crowds also finding some quieter options later in the day. I highly recommend this tour to thoroughly cover the highlights around this area, both spiritual and cultural.
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Ianwj7664ie
Oct 15, 2024
A great day with a great local! - A great way to see the Gion and surrounding areas, with a great guide. Aron has been a long term expat here and his knowledge of Kyoto and his humor made the tour seem like taking a stroll with an old friend.
We did ask a lot of questions and he was all too happy to answer them. I am very glad we had him with us as we navigated Kyoto together and he made the day all the more enjoyable. Thank you Aron and thank you Kyoto!
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Yangbeel
Sep 28, 2024
The best walking tour in Kyoto! - Marie was amazing! She is very knowledgeable and fun. We many times stopped to take pictures and Marie was patient and she took nice pictures for us. We learned about and enjoyed the beautiful and unique culture of Japan and Marie was such an amazing storyteller ✨
We highly recommend Marie's walking tour in Kyoto!
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Y6661cptims
Sep 20, 2024
All top - Very great experience for me and my family.I will book again and highly recommend.So far the most beautiful trip in Japan.
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Pascalpp2957wm
Sep 19, 2024
Really interesting and friendly tourguide - It was really an amazing toud and our tour guide was very helpful. We saw many interesting parts of the country and hope to come back as soon as possible. I can truely recommend this friendly tourguide.
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L8728udelenab
Sep 17, 2024
Absolutely recommendable! - The tour with Aaron was absolutely great!
His extensive knowledge of Japanese culture and history and the enthusiasm with which he leads the tour made this experience very special. Every question was answered patiently and there was plenty of time to explore the neighborhood in peace, without haste.
The geisha performance gave us an insight into an art of the past.
For us Aaron directed the tour in German, which we were very happy about, because it is not so easy to find German tours. English, Italian and Japanese are no problem for him either 😀
We have become, even humanly,
very comfortable and would absolutely recommend the tour.
Keep it up!
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Fearless536210
Jul 19, 2024
Fabulous Scenic Gion Tour - Aron was an amazing host and tour guide. We had a wonderful 4 hour scenic tour through the Gion district of Kyoto. We saw several temples, shrines and fascinating buildings along the route. Aron was very friendly and had wonderful stories and information to share. He bought water for us and showed concern for our comfort in the hot weather. He took photos of our group and sent them via What's App. We were so happy that we signed up for this tour, given limited time in Kyoto. Highly recommend if you don't mind a lot of walking.
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Y3754tcsimonep
May 8, 2024
An afternoon around Gion - We spent a truly exceptional afternoon with Aron, our very competent and very nice guide. The afternoon passed without realizing the time. Aron took us to many magical places, giving us experiences of Japanese culture. If you come to these parts we highly recommend you try his tour. Thanks and Great Aron
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132giedred
Apr 11, 2024
Night in Gion - Guide proved our theory, that a foreigner is usually a more knowledhable and enterntainable guide. Fun hat, great conversations and amazing Kyoto after sun down!
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