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Airport Transfers

Airport Transfers (1)

Start or end your trip smoothly with a pre-booked private transfer, meeting your driver at the airport and travelling straight to your Kyoto hotel.

Arashiyama Tours

Arashiyama Tours (13)

Explore Kyoto's scenic western district, strolling the bamboo grove, Tenryu-ji's Zen garden and the riverside around Togetsukyo Bridge with a local guide.

Bamboo Forest Tours

Bamboo Forest Tours (9)

Wander the towering bamboo paths of Arashiyama with a guide who knows the quietest times and angles, plus nearby temples and gardens.

Bar Hopping Tours

Bar Hopping Tours (2)

Slip into tiny backstreet bars and izakaya with a local guide, sampling sake, Japanese whisky and small plates you'd never find on your own.

Bike & E-Bike Tours

Bike & E-Bike Tours (12)

Pedal along quiet lanes, riverside paths and temple districts with a guide, covering more of Kyoto in a few hours than on foot.

Bus Tours

Bus Tours (6)

Sit back and see Kyoto's headline temples and shrines in one comfortable day, with a guide sharing their history and transport between each stop.

Cooking Classes

Cooking Classes (10)

Roll up your sleeves with a local cook and prepare Japanese favourites, learning techniques and ingredients before sitting down to enjoy your meal.

Cultural Experiences

Cultural Experiences (18)

Step into Kyoto's traditions with hands-on experiences, from preparing matcha and wearing kimono to calligraphy, flower arranging and quiet meditation.

Early Morning Tours

Early Morning Tours (6)

Beat the crowds by exploring Kyoto's most famous sights in the quiet early hours, when shrines and bamboo paths are at their most peaceful.

Featured Tours

Featured Tours (12)

A hand-picked selection of the most popular and highest-rated Kyoto tours, from Fushimi Inari and Arashiyama to geisha districts, food tours and tea ceremonies.

Food Tours & Tastings

Food Tours & Tastings (12)

Eat your way through Kyoto with a local guide, sampling market snacks, delicate sweets, tofu specialities and seasonal dishes at hidden local spots.

Full-Day Tours

Full-Day Tours (16)

Pack Kyoto's highlights into one guided day, from the golden temple and the torii gates of Fushimi Inari to bamboo groves and old streets.

Fushimi Inari Tours

Fushimi Inari Tours (10)

Climb through tunnels of vermilion torii gates winding up Mount Inari, learning the meaning behind the fox statues and shrine rituals with a guide.

Geisha Tours

Geisha Tours (22)

Learn about the world of geiko and maiko with an expert guide, discovering the training, arts and etiquette behind Kyoto's living tradition.

Gion Tours

Gion Tours (22)

Wander Gion's lantern-lit lanes and wooden teahouses with a guide, uncovering the history of Kyoto's most famous entertainment district.

Hiking Tours

Hiking Tours (2)

Escape the city on forested mountain trails with a local guide, passing hidden shrines, temples and viewpoints over Kyoto.

Kimono Experiences

Kimono Experiences (3)

Dress in a beautiful kimono, with help choosing patterns and accessories, then stroll Kyoto's historic streets for an unforgettable look and photos.

Market Tours

Market Tours (4)

Explore Nishiki Market with a guide, tasting pickles, skewers, sweets and seasonal treats while learning about the ingredients behind Kyoto cuisine.

Multi-Day Tours

Multi-Day Tours (3)

See more of Kyoto and the Kansai region over several days, with guided sightseeing, cultural experiences and transport arranged for you.

Nara Day Trips

Nara Day Trips (5)

Head to Nara to meet the bowing deer of Nara Park and stand before the giant bronze Buddha inside Todai-ji's vast wooden hall.

Night Tours

Night Tours (11)

See Kyoto after dark, wandering lantern-lit lanes and quiet shrines, with stories of ghosts, geisha and old customs from a local guide.

Osaka Tours

Osaka Tours (2)

Hop over to Osaka for neon-lit Dotonbori, sizzling street food and the city's famous castle, a lively contrast to traditional Kyoto.

Photography Tours

Photography Tours (1)

Explore Kyoto with a professional photographer, capturing temples, gardens and historic streets while getting tips on light, framing and technique.

Private Tours

Private Tours (23)

Explore Kyoto with a guide just for your group, shaping the day around your interests, from temples and gardens to food and crafts.

Rickshaw Rides

Rickshaw Rides (2)

Ride through Arashiyama in a traditional rickshaw pulled by a guide, who points out hidden corners, temples and photo spots along the way.

Sake Tours

Sake Tours (4)

Visit Kyoto's historic sake-brewing district of Fushimi, touring traditional breweries and tasting different styles of Japan's famous rice wine.

Samurai & Ninja

Samurai & Ninja (10)

Step into the world of Japan's warriors, learning sword techniques and samurai etiquette or ninja skills from experienced instructors.

Tea Ceremony

Tea Ceremony (11)

Take part in a traditional tea ceremony, watching each graceful step and whisking your own bowl of matcha under a tea master's guidance.

Temple & Shrine Tours

Temple & Shrine Tours (10)

Discover Kyoto's spiritual heart, from golden pavilions and Zen rock gardens to vermilion shrine gates, with a guide sharing their history and meaning.

UNESCO Sites

UNESCO Sites (6)

Explore the temples, shrines and castle listed as UNESCO World Heritage, with a guide revealing the stories behind Kyoto's most treasured landmarks.

Walking Tours

Walking Tours (19)

Discover Kyoto on foot with a local guide, from stone-paved Higashiyama lanes and the Philosopher's Path to hidden temples and gardens.

Workshops & Classes

Workshops & Classes (10)

Learn a traditional Japanese craft in a hands-on workshop, creating your own piece under the guidance of skilled local artisans.

Zen & Meditation

Zen & Meditation (2)

Find stillness in a Kyoto Zen temple, learning the basics of seated meditation from a monk in a peaceful, centuries-old setting.

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