Kyoto · HIGASHIYAMA DISTRICT TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 8 higashiyama district tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride a private rickshaw through Kyoto’s Gion and Higashiyama, with local stories, temple views, photo stops, and flexible tour lengths.
“Hina was the best. energetic fun and informative. he not only was our Rickshaw driver but he also was our guide. and photographer. he was patient and helped customized our route. highly recommend.”
Walk Kyoto’s Higashiyama from Fushimi Inari to Kiyomizu-dera, with Gion, Kodaiji, local stories, temple access, and a small group.
“We really enjoyed the tour. Our guide, Lito was excellent. Not only did he tell us about the places that we have visited but also shared the links of places to eat and other useful information. This tour was a great overview of some mos fascinating attractions of Kyoto. It was a great walk and somehow we avoided the crowds and managed to get wonderful photo shots. My kids, 11 & 18 y.o, loved he tour as much as I did as our guide Lito got them very much engaged with the stories of the temples, making wishes, finding luck and other interesting traditional rituals.”
Explore Kiyomizudera, Kodaiji, Yasaka Shrine, and Kyoto’s old lanes on a three-hour small-group walking tour.
“I have been able to do a few tours in Japan and have to say the Katz was by far the best guide I have had the pleasure of touring with! He was so much fun, energetic and so knowledgeable and passionate about his city and country! He went out of his wag to answer all of my silly questions and I learned so much from him. He was the cherry on the top of my time in Japan! I highly recommend this tour!”
Walk Kyoto’s Gion and Higashiyama with a private guide, visiting temples, shrines, geisha districts, and old streets in three focused hours.
“One of the best tours I’ve ever been, Dominic was excellency! Extremely friendly and knowledgeable throughout the entire tour. He made the tour both fun and informative, answering any question and adding great local insights. Highly recommend him if you want a guide who goes above and beyond. Worth every penny.”
Explore Gion and Higashiyama early with an English-speaking guide, temple visits, quiet streets, Kyoto views, and professional photos.
“Had an amazing time on the Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Morning Tour with Ikki. We went early in the morning before the crowds showed up, the photos turned out amazing. Ikki was patient, explained everything in detail and was very knowledRead more”
Cycle Kyoto’s quiet waterways and temples on a four-hour Brompton tour with a local navigator, small groups, and a flexible route.
“Cycling is a great way to explore Kyoto. So many tiny laneways, quiet streets and bike paths along the rivers and streams. Great local knowledge for finding hidden gems and tranquil alternatives when some places were way too crowRead more”
Walk Kyoto’s Higashiyama with a local guide, from Gion and Yasaka Shrine to Sannenzaka and Kiyomizu-dera, in a private three-hour tour.
“A great introduction to Kyoto by guide Akari. Her local knowledge really shines through as she takes you through key sites. Some great tips for food and coffee along the way.”
Ride through Kyoto’s Higashiyama and Gion during cherry-blossom season, with a private guide, photo stops, and an optional Kiyomizu-Dera walk.
