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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI

Why choose this tea ceremony experience in Kyoto? ・ Cool Shore Excursions Travelers’ Choice Award winner for 4 consecutive years ・Hosted in an authentic traditional …More

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4.9 (1,032)

Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI

Why choose this tea ceremony experience in Kyoto? ・ Cool Shore Excursions Travelers’ Choice Award winner for 4 consecutive years ・Hosted in an authentic traditional...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,032)
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$52
Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Garden & Secrets

Explore Arashiyama on a small-group walking tour with an English-speaking guide. Walk through the Bamboo Forest, visit Tenryu-ji’s garden, cross Togetsukyo Bridge and see the …More

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5.0 (1,923)

Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Garden & Secrets

Explore Arashiyama on a small-group walking tour with an English-speaking guide. Walk through the Bamboo Forest, visit Tenryu-ji’s garden, cross Togetsukyo Bridge and see the...

5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,923)
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$52
Hiroshima and Miyajima Full Day Tour by Bullet Train from Kyoto

Embark on a full-day guided tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima, two of Japan’s most iconic destinations. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Itsukushima Shrine, …More

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4.6 (147)

Hiroshima and Miyajima Full Day Tour by Bullet Train from Kyoto

Embark on a full-day guided tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima, two of Japan’s most iconic destinations. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Itsukushima Shrine,...

13 hours 20 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (147)
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$392
Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. Explore …More

5.0 (188)

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. Explore...

30 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (188)
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$39
Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Kyoto Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Kyoto from a unique perspective! Get to know Kyoto on a city tour …More

4.9 (122)

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Kyoto Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Kyoto from a unique perspective! Get to know Kyoto on a city tour...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (122)
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$54
Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto

For those short on time and high on energy, join us for a one day all-you-can-Kyoto bike tour! Experience the tranquility of one of world's …More

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4.9 (542)

Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto

For those short on time and high on energy, join us for a one day all-you-can-Kyoto bike tour! Experience the tranquility of one of world's...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (542)
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$116
Kyoto Private & Personalized Full-Day Tour with a Local Guide

Discover Kyoto in a truly personal way on this full-day private walking tour with a local host who knows the city inside out. This isn’t …More

4.8 (31)

Kyoto Private & Personalized Full-Day Tour with a Local Guide

Discover Kyoto in a truly personal way on this full-day private walking tour with a local host who knows the city inside out. This isn’t...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (31)
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$96
Kyoto Day Tour: Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji & Kiyomizu

Kyoto's best sites in one stress-free day — no trains, no ticket queues, no getting lost. Board the bus from Osaka or Kyoto Station and …More

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4.8 (995)

Kyoto Day Tour: Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji & Kiyomizu

Kyoto's best sites in one stress-free day — no trains, no ticket queues, no getting lost. Board the bus from Osaka or Kyoto Station and...

10 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (995)
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$61
Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)

Winner of Cool Shore Excursions's "Best of the Best 2025" (Top 3 in Japan). Don't just take a photo with a crowd—experience the true silence …More

5.0 (1,956)

Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)

Winner of Cool Shore Excursions's "Best of the Best 2025" (Top 3 in Japan). Don't just take a photo with a crowd—experience the true silence...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,956)
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$49
Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch

Combine the fun and freedom of cycling with the discovery of a new city as we explore Kyoto's best known site alongside some of our own favourite …More

4.9 (1,114)

Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch

Combine the fun and freedom of cycling with the discovery of a new city as we explore Kyoto's best known site alongside some of our own favourite...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,114)
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$104
Private Kyoto Tour: Temples, Hidden Alleys & Local Stories

Experience Kyoto with a private walking tour shaped around your interests and pace. This experience combines Kyoto’s most iconic sights with quieter local corners, creating …More

4.9 (1,628)

Private Kyoto Tour: Temples, Hidden Alleys & Local Stories

Experience Kyoto with a private walking tour shaped around your interests and pace. This experience combines Kyoto’s most iconic sights with quieter local corners, creating...

2 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,628)
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$59
Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

This tour covers every part of the bamboo forest. By rickshaw and on foot! The first stop after cruising through the bustling main street is …More

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5.0 (342)

Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

This tour covers every part of the bamboo forest. By rickshaw and on foot! The first stop after cruising through the bustling main street is...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (342)
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$85
Kyoto: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Experience Japan in a Traditional Kimono at WARGO Step into Japanese culture by wearing a beautiful kimono and exploring the streets around any WARGO store …More

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4.9 (137)

Kyoto: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Experience Japan in a Traditional Kimono at WARGO Step into Japanese culture by wearing a beautiful kimono and exploring the streets around any WARGO store...

1 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (137)
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$31
South Kyoto in a Nutshell: Gentle Backstreet Bike Tour!

**Must be 13+ to participate as a rider** Join Cycle Kyoto for a morning bike tour around south Kyoto's most beautiful locations. Stay safe riding …More

5.0 (273)

South Kyoto in a Nutshell: Gentle Backstreet Bike Tour!

**Must be 13+ to participate as a rider** Join Cycle Kyoto for a morning bike tour around south Kyoto's most beautiful locations. Stay safe riding...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (273)
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$78
Kyoto & Nara Full-Day Tour: Kinkaku-ji, Todai-ji & Nara Park

Accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter, this tour efficiently covers the highlights of Kyoto and Nara in one day. Visit famous sites …More

4.5 (477)

Kyoto & Nara Full-Day Tour: Kinkaku-ji, Todai-ji & Nara Park

Accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter, this tour efficiently covers the highlights of Kyoto and Nara in one day. Visit famous sites...

10 to 11 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (477)
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$191
Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Sagano Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji

Discover Kyoto’s timeless charm on a guided morning walk through Arashiyama’s scenic wonders. Stroll the iconic Sagano Bamboo Grove, visit Tenryu-ji Temple’s Zen gardens, and …More

4.6 (100)

Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Sagano Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji

Discover Kyoto’s timeless charm on a guided morning walk through Arashiyama’s scenic wonders. Stroll the iconic Sagano Bamboo Grove, visit Tenryu-ji Temple’s Zen gardens, and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (100)
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$78
Kyoto Early Bird Walking Tour

Kyoto is the most famous tourist destination in Japan. There are plenty of wonderful sites, but it is always bustling with tourists from all over …More

5.0 (384)

Kyoto Early Bird Walking Tour

Kyoto is the most famous tourist destination in Japan. There are plenty of wonderful sites, but it is always bustling with tourists from all over...

5 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (384)
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$67
Kyoto Tour by Car from Kyoto Osaka Kobe

Kyoto is an old capital of Japan. Kyoto had been the capital of Japan for more than 1, 000 years until 1868. Kyoto is exactly …More

4.8 (14)

Kyoto Tour by Car from Kyoto Osaka Kobe

Kyoto is an old capital of Japan. Kyoto had been the capital of Japan for more than 1, 000 years until 1868. Kyoto is exactly...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$311

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