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Transportation & Transfers
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Popular Kyoto Private Tours
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![1 day special customized tour in Kyoto]()
1 day special customized tour in Kyoto
(142) Reviewsby ToshiyoKyoto has many beautiful places to visit. I especially would like to take you to the most exciting spots in Kyoto in 1 day. Please pick a few of the option...7h US$ 234 up to 15 people -
![Kyoto and Osaka sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)]()
Kyoto and Osaka sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)
(113) ReviewsYou can plan to visit several places around Kyoto and Osaka within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 18 people and...8h US$ 703 -
![My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour]()
My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour
(95) Reviewsby YoshihisaThis tour is designed for those who would like to visit major scenic sites in Kyoto and off-the-beaten spots as well in a single day. The route is the one...8h US$ 300 up to 5 people -
![KYOTO - A Tailor-Made experience for you]()
KYOTO - A Tailor-Made experience for you
(21) Reviewsby MariKyoto was Capital city for almost 1200 years and is still highly reputed and popular today. Little city with more than 1,500,000 inhabitants, Kyoto is wel...8h US$ 331 -
![Hilights in Kyoto & Nara]()
Hilights in Kyoto & Nara
(29) Reviewsby ERICWe will visit three highlights in Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Bamboo Grove & Tenryuji Temple in Arashiyama and Kinkakuji Temple and visit two highlights ...9:30h US$ 287 up to 8 people -
![Kyoto and Nara sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)]()
Kyoto and Nara sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)
(113) ReviewsYou can plan to visit several places around Kyoto and Nara within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 18 people and ...8h US$ 703 -
![Kaleidoscopic Kyoto w/Award-winning+magazine-cover Photographer]()
Kaleidoscopic Kyoto w/Award-winning+magazine-cover Photograp...
(17) Reviewsby AiAncient Artistic Kyoto Highlights Tour! An award-winning+magazine-cover photographer and an MBA candidate who major in tourism & hospitality management ...6h US$ 920 up to 3 people -
![６hour Kyoto exciting private tour]()
６hour Kyoto exciting private tour
(142) Reviewsby Toshiyo概要 You can experience both temples and shrines as well as visit beautiful Japanese bamboo grove and gardens. With my help, you will be able to understand ...6h US$ 197 up to 8 people
Popular Kyoto Private Guides
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Richard
(119) ReviewsI have been an Interpretive Tour Guide for over 20 years. I have lived in Japan for nearly that amount of time broken up by a 12 years stint in Hawaii for ...US$ 44 Hourly rate -
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Yoshihisa
(95) ReviewsHi. My name is Yoshihisa. Call me "Yoshie", please. It means good or O.K. in Japanese. I live in Joyo City, Kyoto Prefecture, located just in between...US$ 37 Hourly rate -
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Kazuhiko
(107) ReviewsHello, I’m Kazuhiko Goto. Please call me “Kazu”. I'm a national-licensed tour guide. I have a wife and 4 children. I was born in Osaka city near Kyoto, ...US$ 39 Hourly rate -
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Kaori
(87) ReviewsHello! My name is Kaori. When I was young I was interested in tourism. I was studying and working as tour conductor around Kanto area in Japan. I li...US$ 39 Hourly rate -
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Rick
(42) ReviewsMy nick name is Rick and Japanese name is Ryoichi. I was born and grew up in Kyoto. Kyoto has so many sightseeing spots based on its 1000 year history. I ...US$ 37 Hourly rate -
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Masaki
(128) Reviews*Please note that we use public transportation for regular tours. If you need a private transportation, please contact me. Hi! I'm Masaki Mori. Please c...US$ 58 Hourly rate -
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Toshiyo
(142) ReviewsI was born and raised in Kyoto.Kyoto has a lot of things to see and experience. Kyoto is an ancient city with a lot of world heritage. I am happy to show ...US$ 29 Hourly rate -
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Mari
(21) ReviewsHello everyone, welcome to Japan! I am Mari, a Japanese friendly woman- English fluent speaker - enjoying life to discover hidden gems in KYOTO and rece...US$ 36 Hourly rate
Kyoto Private Cars & Transfer
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![Kyoto and Osaka sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)]()
Kyoto and Osaka sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)
(113) ReviewsYou can plan to visit several places around Kyoto and Osaka within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 18 people and...8h US$ 703 -
![Kyoto sightseeing with a private chartered van (1-18pax)]()
Kyoto sightseeing with a private chartered van (1-18pax)
(113) ReviewsYou can plan to visit several places around Kyoto within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 18 people and our servi...8h US$ 750 -
![Private Transfer between OSAKA CITY and central KYOTO CITY (one way)]()
Private Transfer between OSAKA CITY and central KYOTO CITY (...
(20) Reviewsby EFG CARS ...Please choose either of the two options below and tell us upon booking: 1. One way transfer from OSAKA CITY to central KYOTO CITY 2. One way transfer fro...1:30h US$ 281 -
![Kyoto and Nara sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)]()
Kyoto and Nara sightseeing with a private van (1-18pax)
(113) ReviewsYou can plan to visit several places around Kyoto and Nara within a limited time with our van. Our commuter can accommodate a group of up to 18 people and ...8h US$ 703 -
![Private Van Transfer between Kansai International Airport and your hotel in Kyoto (1-18pax)]()
Private Van Transfer between Kansai International Airport an...
(113) ReviewsThis is a private van transfer service between kansai international Airport and your hotel in Kyoto. Our van can accommodate a group of up to 18 people a...1:30h US$ 469 -
![Kyoto Day Tour with a Private Car (Non English-speaking driver)]()
Kyoto Day Tour with a Private Car (Non English-speaking driv...
(59) Reviewsby TR TaxiExperienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local foo...4h US$ 267 up to 4 people -
![Tasty Central KYOTO ,even in your wheelchair]()
Tasty Central KYOTO ,even in your wheelchair
(27) Reviewsby TakehikoNishiki Market has more than 130 shops,which is called ‘Kyoto's Kitchen‘.It is located in the middle of Kyoto city,extending from east to west. Pontocho ,...6h US$ 469 up to 6 people -
![Exciting Eastern Kyoto ,even in your wheelchair]()
Exciting Eastern Kyoto ,even in your wheelchair
(27) Reviewsby TakehikoThe most popular sightseeing spot in the world in 2014 ,Fushimi-Inari Shrine ,is located a little south to Kyoto city. It is said to be dedicated to God o...6h US$ 469 up to 6 people
Popular Kyoto Activities
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![KYOTO - Calligraphy Workshop in a traditional Japanese house]()
KYOTO - Calligraphy Workshop in a traditional Japanese house
(21) Reviewsby MariThanks to the popularity of Zen Buddhism and its famous quotes written on hanging scrolls, Calligraphy Art has started to attract attention from all over t...1:30h US$ 55 -
![Koto Lesson in Nijo,Kyoto]()
Koto Lesson in Nijo,Kyoto
(1) Reviewsby HarumiLet's learn Japanese instrument Koto at cozy Kyo-machiya house! Koto, Japanese traditional instrument, seems difficult to play and try for beginners. Howev...1:30h US$ 61 per person -
![Samurai Kembu Performance in Kyoto - Evening -]()
Samurai Kembu Performance in Kyoto - Evening -
(1) Reviewsby Hanami[Price] Adult: 3,000 Yen Child(5-11yrs old): 2,000 Yen [Schedule] 17:00 Theater open 17:15 Show start 18:15 Finish [Additional info] Please arr...1h US$ 28 per person -
![Experience Japanese Calligraphy and Make Kanji T-shirt]()
Experience Japanese Calligraphy and Make Kanji T-shirt
(2) Reviewsby KoichiExperience Japanese calligraphy, write your favorite kanji by yourself, and finally make an original kanji t-shirt as a permanent personalised souvenir of ...2h US$ 40 per person -
![Sake Brewery & Fushimi-Inari Shrine]()
Sake Brewery & Fushimi-Inari Shrine
by TJ ToursThis tour is a half day tour exploring Fushimi-Inari shrine and strolling through the town of sake cellars and tasting sake.3:30h US$ 147 -
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Kimono Dressing & Strolling Historic Temple Complex
(1) Reviewsby TJ ToursTake a stroll through the ancient capital Kyoto elegantly dressed in a gorgeous kimono. Commemorate your trip by taking photos at the scenic spot. Our gove...3:30h US$ 200 -
![Feel the Spirit of Bushido]()
Feel the Spirit of Bushido
by TJ ToursA private tour guided by our government licensed guide to show you around attractions and shows including Ninja mystery House, Ninja Show and Ninja Café.3:30h US$ 171 -
![Best Calligraphy experience in Kyoto]()
Best Calligraphy experience in Kyoto
by RyokufuThis experience is not only about drawing calligraphy. You'll also learn about its background and the history of the Japanese language. After that, I'll gi...1h US$ 47
