Kyoto · KINKAKU-JI GOLDEN PAVILION TOURS
You see the pavilion from across the pond and the route through the garden is one-way, so the visit is short by design. The 11 below pair it with Ryoan-ji, Nijo Castle or the northern hills, priced and timed.
See Kyoto’s top sights in one 10-hour bus tour, including Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari.
“We had a wonderful (and sweaty!) time on this all day tour with Paula and her driver, Nishimura-san. She was a great tour guide and balanced out giving good information with allowing us to explore on our own. I highly recommend going on thiRead more”
See Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion with an English or Japanese guide, peaceful gardens, pond reflections, and optional Ryoan-ji in a small group.
“Hikari-san was extremely bright, curious and superb at explaining the sites we visited. She offered us many useful suggestions for Kyoto beyond the tour. Strong recommendation.”
See Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, quiet Jojakkoji, Tenryuji, Togetsu Bridge, and Arashiyama’s bamboo forest with a private local guide.
“Many thanks to our guide Fuji. She was very knowledgeable of the Kyoto area and super friendly and accommodating. GREAT JOB and thanks again. See you next time.”
Cycle Kyoto by e-bike from Kitano Tenmangu to Kinkaku-ji, Tenryu-ji, and Arashiyama’s bamboo forest with a local guide.
“Wow! What a day with Jody our guide and 2 other fun couples! We biked, walked, dined and learned so much about Kyoto, customs and culture and many details. Jody was the best guide ever! Kind, easy to understand, great sense of huRead more”
Review of Kyoto’s four-hour Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, and Nishiki Market tour with guide Roberto, transport tips, costs, and practical advice.
“Activities were amazing, fantastic insight into the history of the attractions and culture. Value was amazing and 1:1 genuine accomodating attention from Roberto.”
Review of Kyoto’s five-hour private tour to Fushimi Inari, Nijo Castle, and Kinkaku-ji, with early timing, local guides, and practical tips.
“I joined this tour, and it covered all the must-see places in Kyoto. I was very satisfied; the guide, Ryu, was very friendly and entertaining. I recommend it if you want to explore Kyoto efficiently!”
See Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama and Nara’s sacred deer on a long guided day trip from Kyoto.
“The guide was very rude at the beggining of the tour. I wanted to seat in the front, and she told me I couldn´t, and if I didn´t move the seat, she would call the police. It seems she was drunk, since she smelled like alchool. I booked an English Tour, and the lady didn´t speaRead more”
Visit Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion and Ninna-ji with a small-group guide, monk-led chanting, private temple access, and serene gardens.
“Amazing tour with behind the scenes look at Buddhist life and artifacts. Great explanations about Japanese religions.”
Review Kyoto’s private Arashiyama and Kinkakuji walking tour, with monkeys, bamboo, temples, costs, fitness needs, and practical tips.
“We had the best guide ever! He knows who he is. :). His English was excellent, informative history and had a great personality! We were lucky and blessed to have had him show us the ropes and”
See Kyoto’s major sights in one day, from Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera to Gion, Nijo Castle, and the Golden Pavilion.
“Our guide Takashi may probably be the best guide we've ever had. He is exceptionally knowledgeable, kind & thoughtful. The programme is well structured & is a seamless introduction to some of the major sights of Kyoto. We enjoyed walking, catching buses & trains. If you have a limited time in Kyoto you must do this guided tour. We cannot speak more highly of Takashi & the tour.”
Review of a private two-day Kyoto and Nara tour covering Kinkakuji, Arashiyama, Nijo Castle, Gion, Fushimi Inari, Todaiji, and Kasuga Shrine.
“Nick was amazing! Very patient and flexible. We enjoyed our two days with him. He is very knowledgeable and kind”
