Kyoto Private Customizable Half Day Tour
Overview
This private and customizable tour for Kyoto city (in Kyoto Prefecture) is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.
Discover 2-3 attractions in Kyoto City at your own pace on this fully customizable 4-hour private tour with an English-speaking (or other language) tour guide. Create a dream tour that’s perfect for your interests and preferences.
After booking, you'll receive a form with varied themes, allowing easy selection based on your interests. Whether it's culture, history, cuisine, nature, or special events, you can highlight your preferences and must-see spots, streamlining our planning process.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if the hotel is within city center)
- 4-hour fully customized tour with reservations and bookings made on your behalf
- Choose 2 to 3 sites for a personalized tour of Kyoto
- English-speaking professional tour guide
- Transportation within the city only
✗ Not Included
- Meals, food and drinks not specified
- Fees for optional tours and activities for guests and tour guide
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Fushimi Inari Taisha is the head shrine of the kami Inari, located in Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
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Stop 2
Kiyomizu-dera, formally Otowa-san Kiyomizu-dera, is an independent Buddhist temple in eastern Kyoto. The temple is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Stop 3
Kinkaku-ji, officially named Rokuon-ji, is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the most popular buildings in Japan, attracting a large number of visitors annually.
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Stop 4
Nijō Castle is a flatland castle in Kyoto, Japan. The castle consists of two concentric rings of fortifications, the Ninomaru Palace, the ruins of the Honmaru Palace, various support buildings and several gardens.
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Stop 5
Byōdō-in is a Buddhist temple in the city of Uji in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, built in late Heian period. It is jointly a temple of the Jōdo-shū and Tendai-shū sects.
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Stop 6
Kitasuisan Bridge
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
We meet all the customers at the meeting point. More details will be provided after booking.Please kindly confirm with us again if your tour detail does not have meeting point
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End Point
We meet all the customers at the meeting point. More details will be provided after booking.Please kindly confirm with us again if your tour detail does not have meeting point
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Good to Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Moderate Cancellation Policy:
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event
- PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM:
- After your booking, you will receive a link to the Kyoto Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Kyoto Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date
- Every city in Japan has a lot to offer. There are many aspects to the city and many hidden and local spots that you may not have seen or heard of before. In the Custom Tour form that will be sent to you after your booking, you’ll be able to let us know of any attractions you have already visited and would not like to see again on this tour. We will carefully review your requests and will create an itinerary based on your preferences
- If you cancel the tour any time after we have sent you the custom Itinerary, the service fee of 15% of your total tour cost will be nonrefundable
- Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today
- Mode of transportation: Transportation within the city only (either public transportation or private vehicle, based on your booking)
- Custom Itinerary:
- Organizing and planning a trip requires a lot of time, and if we have made reservations on your behalf, it may be challenging to cancel some booking requests. Once we receive your booking and responses from the Custom Tour form, we’ll begin creating your itinerary and organizing the necessary arrangements for your tour
- How far in advance should I book?
- Preparing a customized tour takes time, especially if restaurant or venue reservations are needed. We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 3 months in advance, or at least 1 month before your travel date. For requests made within 7 days of travel, we may not be able to arrange the tour in time, and your booking request may be canceled with a full refund
- What if I'm late?
- We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time
- Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need help
- Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled
- Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions
- Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour
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