Tours and Trips in Kyoto

Kyoto is the previous capital of Japan for more than one thousand years and still preserves old traditional atmosphere of Japan. In the tour you can visit must -see places of Kyoto efficiently. Kiyomizu temple, famous for its platform of the main hall projecting over a cliff, Nijo castle which was the residence of the Tokugawa family when they visited Kyoto in the Edo period, and Fushimi Inari shrine with thousands of Torii gates are all World Heritages. At Nishiki market try some traditional Japanese food. If you are lucky, you happen to see Maiko at Gion district.Please choose 2 destinations out of Activity details 3,4 ,5 and 6.

Visit the enchanting district of Arashiyama, renowned for its thick bamboo groves, resident monkeys, and well-preserved sacred shrines. On this personalized excursion, you'll join a local guide to explore the stunning region, which lies at the foothills of the Arashiyama Mountains. Tours include admission tickets to four local temples as well as Okochi Sanso Villa, a traditional Japanese home and garden inscribed as national cultural properties.

Leave Kyoto and travel by private vehicle to the Miho Museum in a tranquil area of the Shiga Prefecture. The museum has two claims to fame: first, its striking I.M. Pei-designed architecture and second, its hoard of Japanese artwork. The portfolio of art was amassed by Koyama Mihoko, the head of the Shinki Shumeikai faith, and includes Japanese porcelain, textiles and relics alongside ancient Egyptian antiquities and more. Learn all about the art and its owner as you explore independently.

When visiting the beautiful island of Miyajima, you'll see women walking around in authentic kimono. If you want to try wearing kimono yourself, this tour is for you. Choose your favorite print from a wide selection of silk and designer kimono. Experienced staff help you dress in traditional style. You'll then be able to wear your kimono to appreciate Miyajima's historical sights and take photographs.

Stroll the back alleys of Kyoto, missed by many visitors, as dusk falls and they are at their most atmospheric on this private guided tour. In the company of just a guide and your party, see how ancient tradition blends with contemporary culture as you explore the enchanting wooden alleyways lit with traditional paper lanterns in the historic Gion district and the picturesque streets of old Pontocho, where, with luck, you might spot a geisha or two.

Design the perfect multi-city day trip to visit Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara thanks to this customizable, 8-hour or 10-hour private tour. Enjoy access to a private vehicle and English-speaking driver as you create the ultimate day-long excursion, picking among top-tier highlights like Kyoto's Kinkaku-ji Temple and Nara's Great Buddha statue.

Depart Kyoto to see UNESCO World Heritage Sites or other top attractions in either Kyoto, Nara, or Osaka during this private tour with the flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences. Depending on your group size, you'll ride comfortably in a climate-controlled mid-sized passenger car or a mini-van equipped with convenient Wi-Fi.

If you've got limited time in Hiroshima, ensure you tick off all of the city's top attractions on a private 8-hour tour, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off. In a small group limited to six people, you'll visit the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, and Kintaikyo Bridge. Opt to take a ropeway to Miyajima's highest mountain (own expense) and spend time reflecting at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.

If you have a short time in Hiroshima and want to make the most of it, a comprehensive tour is the way to go. Visit Hiroshima's most iconic sights by private car; don't waste time waiting or navigating. From Miyajima's floating vermilion tori gate to the Peace Memorial Park, you will get a thorough picture of this historic city before return to your hotel.

The historic cities of Kyoto and Nara are two of the most visited in Japan, and home to numerous UNESCO-listed monuments. This full-day tour from Osaka explores both in one day and visits some of the most popular sights. Admire the Todai-ji Temple and watch the wild deer in Nara Park, then continue to Kyoto to visit Heian Jingu Shrine and stroll around the Gion geisha district.

Experience more of Japan without the hassle of advance planning on a 3-day tour that covers Tokyo and Mt. Fuji. Traveling with a guide means you'll receive insight into local culture and discover places that you won't find in the guide book. Plus, included accommodation, and pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points make for a seamless experience.

Get an excellent introduction to the cuisine of Kyoto with this small-group guided tour of the city's best food spots. Start at the deliciously vast 400-year-old Nishiki Market, nicknamed 'Kyoto's Kitchen,' where over 130 food shops and stalls beckon your taste buds. Stroll through the market with the guide, learning about the history of food in the city and taste many dishes unique to Kyoto, including pickled vegetables, fried fish cakes, Japanese pike conger eel, mochi and Japanese omelet. After the market, visit a shrine dedicated to the god of education.

This personalized full-day Kyoto tour with a local is ideal for first-time visitors to the "City of Temples". You won't waste a moment visiting places that don't interest you as this tour is fully customizable based on your interests. Choose the neighborhoods you'd like to visit, and see many of Kyoto's top sites. Exploring the city with a guide means you won't get lost, and you'll learn lots of local tips that you wouldn't discover otherwise.

Make the most of your time in Kyoto by booking a customized private tour with an expert guide. Create your own sightseeing itinerary, choosing from among dozens of cultural and historic landmarks, including 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Nijo Castle or Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion), and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Choose either a half-day or full-day itinerary and travel via public transport accompanied by your guide. Transportation and lunch is included on this comprehensive and flexible Kyoto tour.

Visit ancient shrines and temples of Kyoto-- Nanzen-ji Temple, Kiyomizudera Temple, and Yasaka Shrine. Your guide shows you how to respectfully cleanse yourself and offer prayers before entering the sacred places. This small group tour includes information about each stop and history of the area going back 2,677 years. Lunch is included, and the tour ends with shopping and sake tasting in the Gion district, where you may see Geisha and Maiko (apprentice Geisha).

Discover the historic environs of Nara, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as you explore its temples, shrines and famous deer park on this 6.5-hour excursion from Osaka. Visit Todaji Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, before seeing Kasuga Shrine, which features over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. Then stop by Nara Park, a 1,250-acre reserve that's home to more than 1,000 free-roaming deer. Your Nara excursion also includes pickup from select Osaka hotels, rail tickets between Osaka and Nara, a guide and all entrance fees.

Get a deeper insight into Japanese history than would be possible independently on this private guided tour of Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace. As you explore the historic buildings, enjoy the undivided attention of your guide who introduces you to Japan's Edo period when it was under the control of a shogunate, and the establishment of Kyoto, the ancient capital.

See the best of Hiroshima with the help of a private guide thanks to this 8-hour group trip for up to 6 participants. Learn about the solemn events of Hiroshima's atomic bomb attack at Peace Memorial Park, enjoy the idyllic surroundings of Mitaki-dera Temple, and check out Hiroshima-jyo Castle and Shukkei-en garden. All entrance fees are also covered.

Personalize your sightseeing itinerary on a Muslim-friendly sightseeing tour of Kyoto, including a Halal Japanese lunch. A great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves, this sightseeing tour covers Nishiki Food Market, the historic district of Gion, Kiyomizu Temple, and many more. Plus, you'll receive tailored attention from your guide in a small group limited to 10 people.

Become a sushi chef for the day, and then enjoy your creations for dinner, during this small-group, 90 minute sushi-making lesson with instructor in Kyoto. Join your professional instructor inside a traditional Japanese townhouse as you immerse yourself in the techniques for 'makizushi,' a rolled form of sushi made with dried seaweed. After a short demo, try your hand at making this uniquely Japanese cuisine, using your choice of ingredients. This small group class, limited to no more than 7 guests, also includes an English-speaking guide to help with translation.