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Kyoto Private & Customizable Tour with English-Speaking Driver
(5) Reviews
Kyoto
About
At Kyosaka Tours, we offer more than just a ride — we create a seamless, personalized, and culturally immersive travel experience across Kyoto and beyond. Our mission is to make every journey effortless and memorable, guided by friendly, English-speaking drivers who understand and anticipate the needs of international travelers.
Enjoy the comfort of clean, well-maintained vehicles, flexible itineraries, and door-to-door service that adapts to your schedule and interests. Whether you want to uncover hidden local gems, follow scenic countryside routes, or make spontaneous stops along the way, our team ensures your trip is as smooth, enriching, and enjoyable as possible.
Highlights
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Parking fees and tolls
English-speaking driver with basic assistance (route guidance, and local tips)
Extended Area Pick-Up/Drop-Off (Osaka, Nara, Kobe Port) — Offered as an additional paid service.
Private and fully air-conditioned luxury vehicle (car or van depending on group size)
Fuel surcharge
Admission fee
Entrance fee
Government Fees
unless pre-arranged
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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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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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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Kyoto Private & Customizable Tour with English-Speaking Driver
(5) Reviews
Kyoto
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From
$500.00
Price varies by group size
About
At Kyosaka Tours, we offer more than just a ride — we create a seamless, personalized, and culturally immersive travel experience across Kyoto and beyond. Our mission is to make every journey effortless and memorable, guided by friendly, English-speaking drivers who understand and anticipate the needs of international travelers.
Enjoy the comfort of clean, well-maintained vehicles, flexible itineraries, and door-to-door service that adapts to your schedule and interests. Whether you want to uncover hidden local gems, follow scenic countryside routes, or make spontaneous stops along the way, our team ensures your trip is as smooth, enriching, and enjoyable as possible.
Highlights
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Parking fees and tolls
English-speaking driver with basic assistance (route guidance, and local tips)
Extended Area Pick-Up/Drop-Off (Osaka, Nara, Kobe Port) — Offered as an additional paid service.
Private and fully air-conditioned luxury vehicle (car or van depending on group size)
Fuel surcharge
Admission fee
Entrance fee
Government Fees
unless pre-arranged
Itinerary
1
Arashiyama
Stroll through towering bamboo stalks in a peaceful forest setting, a truly magical and serene experience.
1 hour and 30 minutes
2
Kinkakuji Temple
Admire the stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf, reflected beautifully in its surrounding pond.
1 hour
3
Nishiki Market Shopping District
Known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” this lively market street is about 400 meters long and lined with over 100 shops and stalls.
Highlights:
Local delicacies: pickles, tofu, matcha sweets, fresh seafood, wagyu skewers, and seasonal produce.
Souvenirs like Kyoto-style knives, chopsticks, and handcrafted goods.
Family-run stalls with food samples and traditional snacks.
1 hour
4
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka are two beautifully preserved stone-paved streets in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district. Lined with traditional wooden townhouses, shops, and tea houses, they lead up to the famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Known for their historic charm, local snacks, and souvenir shops, these scenic slopes offer one of the most authentic old Kyoto experiences.
1 hour
5
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most famous temples, known for its grand wooden stage overlooking the city. Founded in 778, it offers stunning views, seasonal beauty, and the sacred Otowa Waterfall, where visitors drink for health, success, and longevity.
1 hour
6
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari-taisha is Kyoto’s most important Shinto shrine, dedicated to Inari, the god of rice and prosperity. It is world-famous for its thousands of bright red torii gates forming paths up Mount Inari, creating one of Japan’s most iconic sights. Visitors can hike through the gates, explore smaller shrines along the way, and enjoy panoramic views over Kyoto.
