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PERFECT Kyoto Day – Custom Private Tour by Award-Winning Operator

By MagicalTrip Inc.
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿7,041 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

KYOTO – Timeless Beauty, Tailored for You — with Japan’s No.1 Award-Winning Tour Operator

Step into Kyoto’s living history with a fully customisable private tour designed around your passions. Wander through serene temples, vibrant geisha districts, tranquil gardens, or cosy tea houses—this is your Kyoto, crafted your way.

Operated by MagicalTrip, twice-awarded Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice “Best of the Best” #1 Experience in Japan, this experience is guided by certified local experts who bring centuries of culture and craftsmanship to life.

Choose your preferred travel mode—private car/van or public transport & taxi—and enjoy a seamless itinerary designed around your needs, whether that includes dietary restrictions, mobility assistance, or travel with young children.

With 200+ tours designed across Japan and trusted local partnerships, MagicalTrip ensures your Kyoto journey goes beyond the usual spots—immersive, authentic, and entirely your own.

Activity location
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku
    • 605-0862, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku
    • 605-0862, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Check availability


4hrs (Public Transport + Taxi)
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Duration: 4 hours
by train or bus or taxi
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
฿7,040.73 x 1 Traveller฿7,040.73

Total
Price is ฿7,040.73
Until Fri, 2 Jan
8hrs (Public Transport + Taxi)
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Duration: 8 hours
by train or bus or taxi
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
฿13,075.65 x 1 Traveller฿13,075.65

Total
Price is ฿13,075.65
Until Fri, 2 Jan
4hrs (Private Vehicle)
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Duration: 4 hours
Luxury 8 to 10seater car/van
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
฿15,087.29 x 1 Traveller฿15,087.29

Total
Price is ฿15,087.29
Until Fri, 2 Jan
8hrs (Private Vehicle)
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Duration: 8 hours
Luxury 8 to 10seater car/van
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
฿30,174.57 x 1 Traveller฿30,174.57

Total
Price is ฿30,174.57
Until Fri, 2 Jan
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private air-conditioned vehicle (if by private vehicle)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kyoto
  • What's includedWhat's included
    4 or 8 hours with a certified English-speaking MagicalTrip guide (guide is not a driver)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fuel/Parking/Toll fees

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegan / Vegetarian option available
  • If you select a private vehicle, all related fees — including fuel and parking — are included in the price.
  • After booking, simply answer a short questionnaire and we’ll create your perfect itinerary.
  • Pricing varies depending on your chosen transport type, tour length, group size, and the kinds of experiences you’d like to include. Once we receive your preferences, we’ll provide a clear quotation with no hidden fees.
  • There’s no strict minimum group size—solo travellers, couples, families, and larger groups are all welcome.
  • The maximum number of participants may vary depending on the activities selected, but we always ensure comfort and personalised attention for every guest.
  • In addition to one-day tours within Kyoto, we can also arrange day trips from Kyoto to destinations such as Nara and Osaka. If you’re interested in exploring these areas, simply select your preferred destination in the questionnaire we send after booking.
  • Meals are not included in the base price; guests simply pay for their food directly at the restaurants they visit.
  • We are happy to accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-sensitive options, while keeping the dining experience authentically Japanese.
  • If you have any other questions or special requests, please don’t hesitate to reach out—our team will be delighted to assist and help design your ideal custom tour.
  • If you choose public transport or taxi, transport costs are not included (approximately 1,000–2,000 JPY per person).

Activity itinerary

Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
One of the most popular UNESCO Site in East Kyoto, established 778.
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
  • 1h
Kyoto's Iconic shopping street, you can enjoy shopping and taking photo and seeing beautiful scenery.
Hokan-ji Temple
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Kyoto's Iconic Five-storied pagoda in Eastern Kyoto. This Five-storied pagoda was established 6C originaly, reconstruted 15C. No nails in this Pagoda.
Ninenzaka
  • 1h
We'll stop by for lunch. Your guide will pick a restaurant based on your preference on the tour day.
Nishiki Market Shopping District
  • 1h
This maket is 400years old history in Kyoto. You can enjoy tasting a lot of kinds of local foods in Kyoto.There is a one of the most famous traditional nife's shop called Aritugu here. We will walk through the street and sample local food and snacks.
Yasaka Shrine
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Kyoto's Iconic Shrine in Eastern Area, established 7C originally. The main shrine of Yasaka shrine was estabilished 17C donated by Shogun.
Maruyama Park
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
You can see the one of the biggest cherry bloosoms here.
Sanjusangendomawari
  • 20m
One of the Geiko/Maiko's street in Kyoto. There are 5 Geiko/Maiko streets in Kyoto. You can enjoy seeing the traditional Kyoto's architecture here.
Hanamikoji Street
  • 20m
Walking down Hanami-koji Street offers a captivating experience, particularly in the evening when lanterns create a magical ambiance. Beyond a simple stroll, you can see and do a variety of things in this historic geisha district.
Gion
  • 25m
There are more than 30 Sakura trees in Shirakawa street.You can enjoy seeing the traditional Kyoto's architecture here.
Kyoto
  • 30m
Drive back to your hotel

Location

Activity location
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    Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku
    • 605-0862, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku
    • 605-0862, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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