Authentic Kyoto Private Tour With A History and Culture Guide in Kyoto
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Authentic Kyoto Private Tour With A History and Culture Guide
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7 July
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8 July
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9 July
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Authentic Kyoto for 8 hours
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Highlights
I love gardens.
Japanese and English gardens are especially my favourite. It's delightful to compare the differences in their sense of nature.
An English garden designer in the 19th century wrote in her book, "There is something religious in Japanese gardens. " She was attracted to landscape gardens and dry gardens.
The first diplomat from the UK travelled extensively to rural villages. There, he saw ideal English gardens.
Kyoto still inherited the old Japan it used to be.
Temples, shrines, and traditional architecture are also indispensable parts of Kyoto culture.
It is special and unique, nowhere in Japan and across the world.
Itinerary
Kinkakuji Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Includedis a world heritage site built in the 14th century by shogun Yoshimitsu—one of Kyoto’s most popular sightseeing spots. The building itself is the second one built 70 years ago, but the whole view of Kinugasayama Mountain behind it still retains the original image. Its landscape garden is a typical example of Japan’s borrowed garden. During your stay, you will come to know about various attractions and its mystery.Nijō Castle
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Includedis one of the 16 World Heritage Sites in Kyoto. It was built 400 years ago by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. As there is no original palace except NIjho Castle, Its value is historically and architecturally priceless. In addition, gorgeous wall paintings and its lord garden attract your attention. It is like a living museum, indeed. In this visit, you come to know about Shogun Ieyasu’s intention of building the palace.Ryoanji Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Includedis also a world heritage site in Kyoto, internationally famous for its dry garden. The garden consists of white sand, moss, and 15 rocks. Through the visit to this temple, you will know why zen attracts people today and also understand why samurai supported zen. Another attraction is maple trees, which heal and relax people throughout the year.Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki)
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Includedis the highlight of this tour. This is not a world heritage site, but it has enormous historical and cultural value. It’s no exaggeration to say that you cannot visit Kyoto without visiting Shorenin. Once you enter the temple, you will instantly notice the difference from other destinations. The essence of Kyoto and Japan is condensed here. This is the authentic Kyoto I’ll invite you to.Gion Shirakawa
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAt the end of the tour, you walk along Shirakawa Riverside. Unlike Gion Shirakawa, it has much fewer visitors. The riverside with willow trees is quiet and serene. You can feel the atmosphere of the traditional townscape.
What's included
INCLUDED
guide fee
NOT INCLUDED
lunch
Kinkakuji 500 yen (ticket)
Ryoanji 600 yen (ticket)
NIjho Castle 1300 yen (ticket)
Syorenin 600 yen (ticket)
Private transportation
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The transfer is already included on the total duration of the product.
Location
Address
1 Kinkakujicho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan 603-8361
Provider
Mike Masaki Hira