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Refinding the Ancient Heritages of Kyoto

Art, Culture, & Historical
Kyoto
Japanese, English
6 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 4 people

This tour has been prepared not only for repeating visitors to Kyoto, but also for first visitors who may like to find out more deeply valued cultural monuments that was missed during the first visit. It covers historical sites such as temples and a shrine, for example, Kinkaku-ji Temple.

Yasuo A.

4.00 / 5
(6 reviews)

Meeting Point

JR Kyoto Station

09:00 AM

JR Kyoto Station

The starting point of the tour

09:30 AM

Kinkaku-ji Temple

One of the main sightseeing spot noted for its historical significance and gorgeousness.

11:00 AM

Ryoan-ji Temple

The famous Zen-Buddhism Temple famous for the dry rock garden symbolizing the peaceful world with rocks and dry sands.

12:00 PM

Gion District

After strolling around the corners of Gion, visitors may optionally experience Japanese art of culture by participating in Japanese art performances such as tea ceremony and Ikebana. Then, you will have lunch.

02:00 PM

Sanju-sangendo Temple

This temple is famous for its long semi gabled hallway building having 1001 Buddhist sculptures.

03:00 PM

JR Kyoto Station

The final destination of the tour for the visitors' departure

Ending Point

JR Kyoto Station

What to Expect

Visitors can view sightseeing spots as well as optionally experience actually participating in events.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

Pick-up fee to meeting place

What‘s not included

Transportation fee (you and the guide)

Lunch, Dinner

Entrance fees

Important Information

I can guide you also in the Inland Sea area in Shikoku.

It is preferable for the visitors to have general knowledge of the history and culture of Kyoto beforehand.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Reviews

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Benjamin C.

1 / 5
Dec 4, 2023

Poor Experience

No disrespect to Yasuo, but my client had a very poor experience with him which caused me to have to issue a refund to the client for poor service, as she was very upset that he was not able to find the location. This did damage to my company's reputation, and my reputation as a travel agent. Again, no disrespect to Yasuo, but this is the experience we had. Nothing malicious happened, but the experience was not good or reliable for the client.

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Rosanne U.

5 / 5
Apr 14, 2023

Delightful day

Yasuo was very prepared and on time for our day in Osaka. We asked to see and experience local flavor and historical sites. We could not be more pleased with the experiences he delivered . He is patient and answered all questions. We highly recommend him as your guide in Osaka .

Yasuo A.

Ms. Rosanne U. Thank you very much for your compliment on the tour you made. Please have a nice trip. Yasuo Tour guide

J

John & audrey M.

4 / 5
Oct 28, 2019

Tour with Yasuo

Our tour with Yasuo was very nice and organized. Yasuo was thoughtful to contact us at our hotel to confirm with us as my internet was not working well. He planned out our route well and it was a good overview for the time we booked with him. He is a very pleasant person to spend time with as a tour guide.

Yasuo A.

Ms and Mr Marks, Thank you very much for your thoughtful message. I was worried if the legs of Mr. Marks were OK in the last stage of your trip as he seemed a little tired. I am glad to hear your kind message. Thank you again and wish you an enjoyable life. Best wishes, Yasuo

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Don W.

5 / 5
Apr 26, 2019

Super day in Kyoto with Yasuo

Yasuo was an excellent tour guide. With an experienced local guide like Yasuo, we were able to see more sights than if we had toured Kyoto on our own...with the additional benefit of Yasuo’s insights about the places we visited. We also had an excellent lunch at a cool restaurant that we would have never found on our own. Also, Yasuo was very responsive to questions prior to our tour date. Feel comfortable that you will have a great tour experience with Yasuo.

Yasuo A.

Mr Don Wind Thank you very much for your kind compliment. I hope you have had and will have a good impression on Japan. Please continue your pleasant trip from now on. I hope we will meet again on your future trips. Thank you. Yasuo

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