Kyoto · FULL-DAY
These are the 15 full-day tours worth a day of the trip, each with its price, its length and the detail that sets it apart. If you only compare a few, compare the top three.
See Kyoto’s four essential sights in one day, with an English guide, air-conditioned coach, optional lunch, and useful temple admissions.
“It was a busy day which meant we saw 4 great locations. Definitely worthwhile puchasing the meal & entrance tickets. Well worthwhile if you only have a short time in Kyoto.”
See Kyoto’s five essential sights in one day by guided bus, with Arashiyama, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera, Golden Pavilion, and Fushimi Inari.
“magnificent, Paola was amazing, thr driver was amazing and me and my kids absolutely thoroughly enjoyed our entire day trip with the most spectacular views at all destinations”
See Kyoto’s five big sights by bike in one day, with an English-speaking guide, lunch, snacks, and an optional e-bike for the 44-kilometer route.
“This was a great all-around bike tour. We did visit some highlights and managed to avoid some crowded touristy spots at the end. Our tour guide Rob was awesome. He knows Kyoto very well and taught us about Japan culture. He even shaRead more”
Cycle Kyoto’s temples, shrines, Gion, the Golden Pavilion, and Fushimi Inari on a full-day small-group tour with lunch included.
“Cycling around the city was really great. Reading reviews from other people I think the experience comes down to the guide. In our case the guide was a bit weird and not really clear in his explanations. Overall, not great value for money based on similar cycling tours done in other cities across the world.”
See Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, bamboo forest, Gion, and Fushimi Inari in one private day, with hotel pickup, local guides, and an optional Nara visit.
“It is a full-day tour that is just over an hour's drive for those on a cruise. It was very helpful that the company picked us up from the cruise terminal. The company should use signage for pick-up at the port as the shore excursion is a busy onRead more”
See Fushimi Inari, Gion, Nara’s deer, and Todaiji on a small-group van tour from Osaka, with guide, WiFi, water, and entry fees included.
“Great day, Fushimi Inare was amazing to see, Gion the real old world Japan and the Nara temple was overwhelmingly impressive. Taka was a great guide, mixing the history and humour!”
See Kyoto’s top temples, torii gates, bamboo paths, and old lanes in one private day tour from Osaka, with an English-speaking guide and comfortable transport.
“We enjoyed the whole experience, Lewis our guide for the day was knowledgeable, he explained everything. We couldn't have done it ourselves as the places were far apart. Glad we just relaxed back.”
Ride the bullet train from Kyoto to Hiroshima and Miyajima for Itsukushima Shrine, the Atomic Bomb Dome, and a guided Peace Museum visit.
“Hiroshima Bomb site and museum. Historical events that I pray will not be repeated. Miyajima- I give respect to this beautiful sacred island ! 🏝️”
See Kyoto’s top temples, shrines, bamboo forest, markets, and neighborhoods by private car with a flexible English-speaking guide.
“Shohei was an excellent guide, he drove us all round Kyoto and guided us round the temples and the bamboo forest. He speaks fluent English, and adjusted the tour around our preferences and train times. It was so much easier than trying to make our own way round the busy city.”
See Kyoto’s bamboo forest, Golden Pavilion, and Fushimi Inari from Osaka in a small-group tour with guides, transport, and entry fees included.
“Taka and Tom were amazing. The experience and tour was fantastic. They were very friendly and very informative. I would highly recommend taking this tour especially with Taka and Tom.”
