Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the rich history of Kyoto on a gentle 2km, 2 1/2-hour walking tour through the enchanting Gion district. This private tour invites groups of 1-5 to explore hidden gems like the Ebisu and Yasui-Konpira-gu Shrines and Kennin-ji Temple, Kyoto's oldest Zen temple, away from the bustling crowds. Led by an English-speaking guide, delve into the lesser-known stories of Japan's past, including the origins of the Emperor and samurai traditions, and gain an understanding of the difference between Shinto and Buddhism. Perfect for travellers seeking a personal and insightful experience in Japan's cultural heart.
- Explore two serene shrines and Kyoto's oldest Zen temple - Ideal for wheelchairs...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
2 1/2 hour guided walking tour with historical background
Meals
The meeting place is at Keihan Gion Shijo Station
Meeting Points
Departure
Donguri-bashi Park
Exit 1 from Keihan, Gion-Shijo station. The exit is down a long tunnel--80m--from the station and then up some stairs. When you leave this exit, turn right and a small park is immediately in front of you. The tour leader will meet you there.
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Gion Kyoto Walking Tour
Kyoto
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Discover the rich history of Kyoto on a gentle 2km, 2 1/2-hour walking tour through the enchanting Gion district. This private tour invites groups of 1-5 to explore hidden gems like the Ebisu and Yasui-Konpira-gu Shrines and Kennin-ji Temple, Kyoto's oldest Zen temple, away from the bustling crowds. Led by an English-speaking guide, delve into the lesser-known stories of Japan's past, including the origins of the Emperor and samurai traditions, and gain an understanding of the difference between Shinto and Buddhism. Perfect for travellers seeking a personal and insightful experience in Japan's cultural heart.
- Explore two serene shrines and Kyoto's oldest Zen temple - Ideal for wheelchairs...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
2 1/2 hour guided walking tour with historical background
Meals
The meeting place is at Keihan Gion Shijo Station
Meeting Points
Departure
Donguri-bashi Park
Exit 1 from Keihan, Gion-Shijo station. The exit is down a long tunnel--80m--from the station and then up some stairs. When you leave this exit, turn right and a small park is immediately in front of you. The tour leader will meet you there.
Here we'll go into the shrine and learn more about Shinto and Buddhism. There are many sub-shrines inside that are of interest. There is also a special connection between this shrine and Kennin-ji Temple.
40 minutes
2
Kennin-ji Temple
We'll look around the grounds and inside the temple buildings, and we'll think about how the first samurai government gained power from the Imperial Court. There are many important cultural artefacts in the temple grounds and buildings.
1 hour
3
Yasui-Konpiragu
We'll go into the shrine and learn more about how the Imperial Court lost power to the first samurai government. There are many sub-shrines inside and a special ceremony that visitors can carry out.
