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Private Kyoto Highlights Day Tour from Osaka with Hotel Pickup

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Description

Private day trip from Osaka to Kyoto — hotel pickup in Osaka, private car, flexible itinerary. Spend a relaxed, fully customizable day exploring Kyoto’s must‑see sights on this private 10‑hour tour from Osaka. We provide pickup and drop‑off in Osaka (hotel or major station), a private air‑conditioned vehicle and an experienced driver; you choose the stops and pace. Typical highlights include Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu‑dera and the historic Higashiyama streets, Arashiyama bamboo grove and Togetsukyo Bridge, and Kinkaku‑ji — but the itinerary is flexible to match your interests (temples, photography, food, or family‑friendly stops). For deeper local insight, add a licensed English/Chinese guide at booking; the driver will still handle navigation and logistics. Please note standard tour time is 10 hours — admission fees, meals, and optional experiences are not included unless you select an add‑on. Overtime may apply if your group extends beyond the booked duration.

Tour Options

Day Tour with Driver&Guide
  • Sedan/Minivan/Minibus: We will arrange the car type according to the number of passengers English Guide+Local Driver: 1 English speaking guide and 1 local driver. Pickup included
Day Tour with Driver Only
  • Sedan/Minibus/Minivan: We will arrange the car type according to the number of passengers 1 local driver: 1 local driver who can only speak limited English Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included180 min

Kinkaku-ji, officially named Rokuon-ji, is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the most popular buildings in Kyoto, attracting many visitors annually.

90 min

Kiyomizu-dera is a Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto, Japan. The temple is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage site.

90 min

Yasaka Shrine, once called Gion Shrine, is a Shinto shrine in the Gion District of Kyoto, Japan. Situated at the east end of Shijō-dōri, the shrine includes several buildings, including gates, a main hall and a stage.

120 min

Hanamikoji is located in the Gion district of Kyoto and is well known for its old streets. As night falls, you will have a good chance of encountering one of Japan's living national treasures flitting past. The area has remained a stylish place ever since the Edo period, and it is one of the few places where geisha can still be seen.

120 min

Sannenzaka, or Sannen-zaka, is a stone-paved pedestrian road and tourist attraction in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan. The road is lined with traditional buildings and shops, and is often paired with the similar road, Ninenzaka.

Highlights

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
English Tour Guide(Optional)

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
English Tour Guide(Optional)
Not included
Admission ticket (Kinkaku-ji: 4 USD)
Overtime fee (without guide: 42 USD per hour)
Overtime fee (with guide: 67 USD per hour)
Kinkakuji Temple

Pickup Locations & Times

Please provide your Pickup address in advance! This service is only available for properties in Osaka City Center. We may contact you regarding additional charges if the pick-up location is outside our service area. Please provide your contact phone number or WhatsApp account when confirming the booking. We will contact you to confirm the pick-up details in advance. And we will arrange the driver one day in advance. We provide 7*24 customer service, Please feel free to contact us by email, WhatsApp, or phone.

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Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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