Kyoto · KYOTO EARLY MORNING TOURS
Before eight the gates are open, the light is low and the coaches have not arrived. The 15 below run one departure a day; they are compared on start time, meeting point and how much ground they cover before breakfast.
See Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, and Kinkaku-ji before the crowds with an English-speaking guide.
“Genki, our Guide (6 November 25) was superb 👌. His knowledge was vast and he politely catered to each of our needs. Thank you so very much. Genki is a first class asset to Kyoto and the tourism industry 👏. Thanks again, Lenny and Vicki Fewtrell.”
See Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, and Kinkakuji before the crowds on a guided Kyoto walking tour using trains and buses.
“The tour was great. It was a bonus to get to the Fushimi-inari shrine first thing so we could take our time enjoying the shrine. Seeing the bamboo forest in the snow was magical! There was a glitch getting to the Kinkaku-ji shrine by bus, but Koi managed it well by getting a taxi for us instead. The Shrine was very busy because of the novelty of the snow, but it was worth the trip. Koi was friendly and helpful and we enjoyed the tour.”
Explore Nara before the crowds on a small-group morning walk to Kofuku-ji, Kasuga Shrine, Nara Park, and Todai-ji.
“It’s a great experience. Our guide Momoka is excellent. She is very good in explanation and showing us around. It’s very leisure and not rush. Really enjoy the trip and would recommend others to take this day trip.”
Beat Kyoto’s crowds on a private early bike tour through Arashiyama’s bamboo forest, Zen gardens, quiet lanes, rice fields, and Togetsukyo Bridge.
“A very enjoyable tour and Milo was a great guide! The tour was early enough that the bamboo forest wasn’t crowded.”
Beat Kyoto’s crowds on a private early morning walk to Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama, with expert local guidance.
“This was a great way to experience beautiful local sites and learn about the history and ask questions. We got much more out of this than if we were doing a self-guided tour. Our guide Akiko was very knowledgeable and great with our young kids.”
Beat Kyoto’s crowds on an early English tour of Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Tenryu-ji, and Togetsukyo Bridge with a small group.
“This tour was a great way to see some of the top highlights of Kyoto! We could have seen these places on our own, but Vincent made the travel so easy and provided us with so much information on these beautiful historic sites. It actually rained quite a lot throughout the tour which meant we got to experience a lot less crowds than normal - a real bonus! Just make sure you check the weather and dress accordingly!”
Beat Nara’s crowds on a small-group morning tour with temples, deer, shrines, train transport from Kyoto, and guides who know the area well.
“amazing tour in an amazing city, with amazing guides. Shuma-kun knows a lot about the city, he knows the right paths and hidden gems. Nara is not just about the deers, there are way more beautiful things, worths to check and worths to walk.”
Start before the crowds on a Kyoto walking tour of Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, and historic streets with an English guide.
“My wife and I did a tour with Ikki and it was FANTASTIC! He was soo polite and knowledgeable, he made the tour soo much fun. If you’re looking for a temple/shrine tour of Kyoto look no further than Ikki!”
Ride Kyoto’s eastern sights by e-bike, from Fushimi Inari to Gion, with temples, lunch, a small group, and a guide-led route.
“We had a fantastic time touring Kyoto with Jay. He kept a great pace and was very accommodating to our specific needs as well as the sites we were interested in. This tour checked all of the boxes. Thank you, Jay!!”
Beat Kyoto’s crowds on an early Fushimi Inari tour with a local guide, quiet torii paths, mountain views, shrine lore, and a unique souvenir.
“Teppei is such a beautiful human being that just radiates light and kindness. we were lucky to have him just for the 2 of us, making this a private 5 star tour. learned a lot about deities and torii, and fended off adversity at the various shrines. Thank you Teppei from the bottom of my heart and my son's bottom too.”
Beat Kyoto’s crowds on a three-hour Gion walk with Kiyomizu-dera, Yasaka Shrine, historic lanes, and guides who bring the city to life.
“Hiro was a superb guide with so much information and great depth of knowledge. Will definitely take this tour again.”
Beat Kyoto’s crowds with a private four-hour tour, a licensed English-speaking guide, and your choice of two or three major sights.
“Yoshi our guide was very knowledgeable and happy to answer all sorts of questions about life in Japan and its culture. Having a local guide means seeing things you might not find by yourself and this was the most memorable part of our two days in Kyoto. Would highly recommend.”
Visit Fushimi Inari, Byodoin Temple, and Ujigami Shrine on a peaceful 5.5-hour Kyoto tour with an English-speaking guide.
“Lovely early morning walk through the beautiful temple!Guide Genki was excellent! Warm, engaging and very knowledgeable and caring”
Ride Kyoto before the crowds on a small-group e-bike tour from Kyoto Station, with Fushimi Inari, Gion, Nanzen-ji, and Heian Shrine.
“I really enjoyed the ride and the beautiful scenery. My guide was very nice and paciente. Highly recommended”
Ride Kyoto by e-bike from Fushimi Inari to Gion, with quiet temple visits, local coffee, lunch, and an English-speaking guide.
“We hadden een fantastische gids, die ons veel wist te vertellen over alle bezienswaardigheden die we gezien hebben!”
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