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Tours and Excursions in Kyoto

123 tours in Kyoto, from €90 to €463 per person, average rating 4.9 based on 53930 reviews.

Viator lists 1,702 tours for Kyoto. We screened all of them and kept 123: rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers, real tours only.

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5.0 Excellent 33 reviews
2h 30m
#10 of 17 · Samurai, Ninja & Craft Experiences

Private Pewter Sake Cup Experience with a Kyoto Artisan

This workshop is led by the owner of Craft Gallery SALUK, a skilled pewtersmith, who will guide you as you create your own pewter sake cup. Pewter ha...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 32 reviews
3h
#4 of 11 · Geisha & Gion Tours

Gion & Higashiyama with a private Tour Guide in German or English

Come with me on a captivating journey through the cultural heart of Kyoto as we explore the timeless Gion and Higashiyama districts. Wander down ancie...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 32 reviews
3h
#11 of 17 · Samurai, Ninja & Craft Experiences

Nijo Castle Samurai Inside Story — Top-Rated Guide (Max 8)

What most visitors miss is exactly what we focus on. This is a top-rated, small-group tour for travelers who want the real, unrushed story behind the ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 32 reviews
5h
#5 of 9 · Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours

Private Kyoto Morning Tour: Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama & Monkey

Start your morning with two of Kyoto’s most iconic sights — the peaceful torii gates of Fushimi Inari and the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. By begi...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 31 reviews
1h
#5 of 11 · Tea Ceremony & Matcha

Stunning Private Tea Ceremony: Camellia Garden Teahouse

Camellia Garden’s striking surroundings make ours one of the most beautiful locations to experience tea ceremony in Kyoto. The traditional Japanese ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 370 reviews
8h
#3 of 15 · Nara Day Trips

Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option

Planning a trip to Kyoto can be exciting, but also overwhelming. Which places are truly worth visiting? How do you get around? And how do you choose t...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 41 reviews
4h
#20 of 36 · Sightseeing & City Tours

Enjoy Kyoto in Style with a Minivan & Guide!

Enjoy Kyoto, whatever the season, with a nice comfortable minivan & an experienced, interesting guide. You'll be taken to the 3 most popular spots in ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 51 reviews
8h 10m
#21 of 36 · Sightseeing & City Tours

Kyoto: Private Highlights Tour with English Guide & Hotel Pickup

The tour is designed to give travelers more than just sightseeing — We offer a true local experience that is personal, cultural, and unforgettable. In...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 116 reviews
3h 30m
#3 of 9 · Food & Night Tours

Kyoto Food Tour of 10 Tastings with Wagyu, Mochi & More Secrets

Kyoto is known to have about 2000 temples and shrines but did you know that Kyoto has about 12000 restaurants among which 110 are Michelin Stars. In K...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 85 reviews
4h–8h
#9 of 11 · Bike & E-Bike Tours

Kyoto: Private E-Bike Adventure: Highlights? or Serenity?

#The Kyoto Privilege: Glide with a Young Local Friend Founded by Kiyoto—a local with 40 years of roots—our hand-picked, energetic team brings a fresh ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 60 reviews
8h–10h
#7 of 15 · Nara Day Trips

Kyoto and Nara Private Tour With English Guide and Hotel pickup

Discover Japan Like a Local! Join me for an unforgettable journey through Kyoto and Nara’s most iconic and hidden spots. Whether it’s walking beneath ...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 52 reviews
3h 45m
#7 of 11 · Bike & E-Bike Tours

Discover Kyoto at Night by Bike

Imagine exploring the historic streets of Kyoto under the soft glow of lanterns and moonlight, with the gentle sound of your bicycle wheels accompanyi...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 127 reviews
8h–10h
#32 of 60 · Private Tours

Kyoto Private Customizable Tour with English Guide & Hotel Pickup

Discover the timeless allure of Kyoto on a private day tour tailored just for you. Explore iconic sites like Fushimi Inari Shrine and the serene Arash...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 119 reviews
8h
#6 of 15 · Nara Day Trips

Nara Day Trip from Kyoto: Customized Tour, Licensed Guide

Explore Nara with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full-day walking tour of Nara...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 36 reviews
2h 30m
#8 of 11 · Geisha & Gion Tours

Treasures of Kyoto: Geishas & Traditions Private Tour

To truly experience a city, you must deep dive into its culture, and there's no better cultural tradition to explore in Kyoto than through geishas and...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated November 8, 2026

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Top rated
5.0 Excellent 251 reviews
2h

Ninja 2-hour Hands-on Lesson by Japanese master in Kyoto -Medium

Two hour original and unique training which cannot be found other place. You could learn some ninja techniques by hands-on training in English. Ninja...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 191 reviews
1h

Private Tea Ceremony and Sake Tasting in Kyoto Samurai House

Become truly immersed in traditional Japanese culture as you and your party members will enjoy the entire 300-year old historic property to yourselves...

Top rated
5.0 Excellent 147 reviews
7h

Private car tour in Kyoto (up to 4)

Hi I'm Kosuke Let me show you around my home town. Feel free to contact me and let me know dates and places of your interest. Please book me two da...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 144 reviews
1h 10m

Become a Samurai Movie Star in Kyoto by Filming with a Real Actor

Myokaku-ji Temple, a historic main temple of the Nichiren sect once visited by the legendary warlord Oda Nobunaga, provides the majestic setting where...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 132 reviews
3h 30m

Kyoto: Zen Garden, Zen Mind (Private)

The Japanese garden defies quick and easy understanding. As we move in awe through one of these masterpieces we can feel that there is something deepe...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 114 reviews
4h

Near Fushimiinari: Kyoto Home Cooking Class & Supermarket tour

Join us for an authentic Kyoto cooking experience and local market tour that feels like visiting a friend's home. Small & Cozy: Maximum 6 participant...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 100 reviews
1h 30m

Shamisen Experience in Kyoto 【Private】

You'll receive direct lessons from a professional Shamisen player with 20 years of experience. It’s extremely rare to find Shamisen lessons in Englis...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
5.0 Excellent 1441 reviews
8h

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour

If you have only one day in Kyoto and want to see all the top 10 must-see spots of Kyoto, this tour is the best for you. A professional local guide s...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 597 reviews
4h 30m

Kyoto Zen Meditation & Garden Tour at a Zen Temple with Lunch

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professio...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 590 reviews
7h–8h

Bike Kyoto's Grand Loop: Full-Day Kyoto Bike Tour (E-bike option)

Experience the Grand Loop. See more of Kyoto. The Kyoto Grand Loop is a 44 km cycling adventure linking five iconic sights: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest,...

Free cancellation
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Frequently Asked Questions

123 tours are available for booking in Kyoto on Guidekin. The top-rated is 10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour with 4.98/5 from 1,441 reviews.

Prices range from €90 to €463 per person. The most affordable option is Explore Hidden Alleyway with a Local Expert (Morning tour) at €90. The premium choice is Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Site Private Tour with a Premium Van at €463.

Based on 53930 traveler reviews across 123 tours, 10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.98/5 (1,441 reviews).

Duration ranges from 50 min to 13h 20m. The shortest is Kyoto Photo Shoot by Professional Photographer (77K Followers) at 50 min. The longest is Hiroshima and Miyajima Full Day Tour by Bullet Train from Kyoto at 13h 20m.

Browse 123 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Most tours in Kyoto offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.