Private & Custom Tours in Kyoto

Gain a newfound appreciation for the ancient Japanese practices of Buddhism and Shintoism during this 3-hour private walking tour of Kyoto with a local religious scholar. The ancient Japanese city of Kyoto, home to countless temples and centuries of religious practice, is the perfect setting for your exploration. During the course of your excursion you'll check out the historic neighborhood of Gion, where you'll see Yasaka Shrine and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kiyomizu-dera Temple, learning about the symbols and practices of these two Japanese religions along the way.

Nara is ideal for those who wish to see not only numerous historical structures but also to touch, feed wild deers roaming freely around in the Nara Park. There are 8 UNESCO heritages in Nara spotted sparsely in the historic regions which have full of rich tales in Nara period (from 710 to 794). Visiting 4 UNESCO heritages (3 temples and 1 shrine) in this tour in addition to one Japanese garden.

See the highlights of Hiroshima and nearby Miyajima on this convenient day tour, which is ideal for travelers short on time in this part of Japan. Don't waste time on trains or buses; on this tour you'll be escorted in a private, Wifi-equipped vehicle. Visit some of the most iconic sites in Japan, including the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Itsukushima Shrine. This is a great introduction to Japanese culture and history for first-time visitors to Hiroshima.

A professional photographer documents your time in Kyoto on this private photoshoot and city tour. Walk past classic Kyoto sights such as Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets and Kiyomizu Temple as your photographer guide takes a mixture of posed and candid photos, handing them to you on an SD card at the end of your tour.

A professional photographer guides your to some of Kyoto's most stunning and photogenic sites on this private full-day photoshoot and city tour. Visit the Golden Temple - considered one of the most famous buildings in Japan - as well as the Ryoanji Rock Garden, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and more, all while your guide snaps posed and candid photos in front of these top Kyoto attractions. Take home an SD card full professional-quality photos at the end of the tour.

Discover the Japanese traditions of landscape and garden design on this 3-hour private walking tour of Kyoto with a local scholar. Learn about the principles behind the highly-stylized garden designs of Japan from your guide, a practice which has shaped the intricate outdoor spaces of emperors, nobles and monks for hundreds of years. Then visit some of the best examples of the practice in Kyoto, including the mirror pond at Kinkaku-ji, the Karesansui Garden at Ryoan-ji and the elaborate rock and water creations of Ninna-ji.

A professional photographer documents your time in Nara on this private photoshoot and city tour. Walk past classic Nara sights such as Nara Park and Todaiji Temple (home to one of the world's largest Buddha statues) as your photographer guide takes a mixture of posed and candid photos, handing them to you on an SD card at the end of your tour.

Take control of your Kyoto sightseeing itinerary and visit only the sights you wish to see on this private 7-hour walking tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour offers you the chance to customize your itinerary and tick off numerous Kyoto attractions in only one day. Opt to visit the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) Kyoto Imperial Palace, and Nijo Castle, or to stray from the beaten path to see an alternative side of Kyoto. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Spend three hours tasting your way through the famous Nishiki Market, accompanied by a private guide who shares expertise on Kyoto's renowned culinary arts. Your walking tour takes you into the heart of Kyoto's multi-faceted cuisine, where you sample Kyoto specialties and a range of Japanese cuisine with a food specialist guide. In addition to prepared foods, the vendors at Nishiki Market carry cookware, fresh produce and other goods. Nibble many samples before eating a full lunch during your tour, an ideal excursion for exploring food and culture.

Discover Kyoto's highlights on this private day tour. It'll be a stress-free experience with transport and admission tickets included. It's the ideal way to make the most of your time in Kyoto, and see multiple dispersed attraction in a day. Highlights include Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nishiki Market, Gion District, and Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine. There will be no language barriers as you'll have a guide to translate.