Private Kyoto Early Bird English Tour: Gion(Geisha) & Higashiyama

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| Kyoto, Japan

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

3 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Private tour

Passionate Local English-Speaking Guide
Professional Photos will be Taken During the Tour/Experience!
Entrance Fees: Kiyomizu-dera Temple (500yen)
Professional Photos will be Taken During the Tour/Experience!

Admission Fee: Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Food and Drinks

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour is designed as a WALKING experience, plenty of time on foot to explore Kyoto.
If you are late for the meeting time, you will not be able to join the tour or receive a refund.
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Join us and experience Kyoto at its most peaceful, creating unforgettable memories before the city awakens!
Guided by a knowledgeable local, you’ll journey through two of Kyoto’s most iconic areas: Gion, the historic district famed as the home of the geisha, and Higashiyama, where charming streets lead to the breathtaking...

Duration 3 Hours
Private Tour

1
Gion
Gion is Kyoto’s most famous geisha district, known for its traditional wooden machiya houses, teahouses, and preserved historic streets. It’s a place where visitors can experience the charm of old Kyoto and sometimes catch a glimpse of a geisha or maiko on their way to an evening engagement.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
2
Hanamikoji Street
Hanami-koji is a famous street in Kyoto's Gion district where you may have the chance to encounter geisha and maiko. Known for its traditional teahouses, historic ambiance, and wooden machiya houses, it offers a glimpse into Kyoto's elegant past and geisha culture.
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Yasui-Konpiragu

Yasui Konpira Shrine in Kyoto is known as one of Japan's most powerful shrines for severing bad relationships. Visitors come to the shrine to pray for the end of negative ties and to find new, positive connections.

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Yasakanoto

Yasaka Pagoda(Hokanji temple) is one of the oldest wooden structures in Japan. Its overwhelming scale makes it hard to believe that it was built without using nails. It is undoubtedly a symbol of Kyoto.

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

Sannen-zaka and Ninen-zaka are charming stone-paved streets lined with souvenir shops and restaurants nestled in historic wooden buildings. Strolling through them feels like stepping back in time.

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Kiyomizu-dera Temple is the most popular place for tourists and a must visit when in Kyoto. Located on top of a mountain, it commands a panoramic view of Kyoto City. Because of its history and scenery, it is one of the few temples recognized as a World Heritage Site by...

Duration 1 Hour•
Admission Ticket Not Included

Yasaka Koshin-Do

Yasaka Koshindo is a mysterious temple of unknown date of construction. The colorful decorations here are astonishing, as many temples are of subdued colors. The beauty of the colors makes it a popular photo spot for young people.

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Yasaka Shrine

Our final destination is Yasaka Shrine, the headquarters of 2,300 related shrines throughout Japan. This historic shrine, dedicated to the gods of prosperity and protection, has been a vital part of Kyoto's cultural heritage for centuries.