KYOTO TOURS · Japan
Kyoto is a city of thresholds — torii, tea house doors, temple steps. These 15 get you through the right ones, with prices, durations and a note on which ask for walking shoes and which stay on the bus.
Kyoto highlights in one day: Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama bamboo, Kinkaku-ji. English guide, admissions included.
“The tour was great and the only thing is that the floor of the temple were cold and you have to take your shoes off. The guide, Mai, was very good and had some good jokes.”
Full-day Kyoto coach tour linking Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji, and the bamboo grove, plus World Heritage stops, with an English guide and Wi-Fi.
“Ciel was great, we enjoyed every second of it, and we were wakuwaku of being taught a lot of new things of history and japan things”
Matcha and a tea master in Kyoto’s Sakaguchian tea house, with serene garden views, hands-on brewing, and a customary sweet.
“This was such a wonderful experience. I highly recommend - small groups, wonderful guide, the view on the gardens is just breathtaking and the matcha is good”
2-hour Gion geisha walking tour with a live English guide. Spot geiko and maiko, visit Kennin-ji and Chion-in, get photo tips.
“Tour and guide was excellent small enough group and lots of interesting facts”
A 70-minute Chanoyu tea ceremony at Jotokuji Temple in Kyoto. Learn matcha, watch the ritual, and try making your own.
“Really enjoyed this, we learnt a lot and the hosts were very kind and very knowledgeable, would absolutely recommend this experience!”
Kyoto’s 45-minute matcha tea ceremony lesson with a licensed Urasenke tea master, two green tea tastings, sweets, and optional kimono photos.
“Very authentic! No phones or videos allowed which was refreshing in Kyoto. Great explanation of how to mix, ceremonies, and why each thing was done. Cheapest one I saw, so great value.”
Night walk through Kyoto’s Gion and Pontocho with a local guide, geisha stories, and chances to spot geiko and maiko.
“Kenji, our guide, provided a tour that was well paced, informative and lots of interesting facts.”
2-hour Kyoto night walk through Gion and Higashiyama with lantern-lit shrines, a glowing pagoda, and respectful geisha culture context.
“Highly recommend this tour. It’s a really beautiful way to see such an incredible part of the city. Karim is the best tour guide I’ve ever had. Very knowledgeable and funny.”
Hop-on hop-off double-decker bus in Kyoto with audio in 7 languages, open-top views, and easy stops at major temples and markets.
“Frederick is a natursl force! Great storyteller and guide!”
Night walk in Kyoto’s Gion with a licensed English guide. Learn geiko and maiko culture, etiquette tips, and maybe spot them.
“Chaco was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable. I will never get to see nor know about the geisha area on my own. We saw 3 geikos walking and a couple in a taxi. I wish we could take pictures of them! It was something I only see in pictures and movies before. Great tour!”
Make ramen from scratch in Kyoto at Ramen Factory, customize noodles, broth, and toppings, then eat your own halal-friendly lunch in a small group.
“WOW-we had the best education and experience ever learning how to make the best ramen from scratch. My family and I enjoyed every part of it and the staff was so very friendly and supportive as well. If you have any interest in learning Read more”
E-bike Kyoto temples and quieter backstreets with a small group, an English-speaking guide, helmets, and water, for less crowd stress.
“An incredible experience! Definitely get to see some lesser known hidden gems. Our guide Yuta was fantastic, really paints the picture for you when you’re at each stop. He was incredibly patient and made sure everyone was taken care of and had a great time!”
Kyoto night food tour in Gion and Pontocho with 9+ dishes and 6 sake tastings, guided walking and a full meal plan.
“Value for money and fun Kyoto experience with our guide Yuma. Highly recommend this food and drink experience - something for everyone.”
Skip crowded trails at Kyoto's Fushimi Inari on a guided hike through bamboo forest, quiet shrines, and castle views.
“This was a great way to see Fushimi Inari! We were there on a super busy day at peak foliage season and National Holiday weekend, and we still felt like we had many of the areas on the upper part of the mountain to ourselves. Shin is a Read more”
A fast, scenic Osaka to Kyoto highlights day: Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama bamboo, Fushimi Inari torii, Nara deer and Todai-ji, plus Kobe lunch.
“Harry went out of his way to accommodate us over and over. He was so enthusiastic and kind! It was a long day, but so wonderful. Thank you!”
Pick the kind of day first. The tour comes second.
