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Bus Tours in Kyoto

44 tours · €90–€463 per person · ★ 4.9

Bus tours are the easiest way to see the main sights without the walking. Hop-on hop-off routes let you explore at your own speed, while guided coach tours take you to places outside the city center that are hard to reach on your own.

Bus Tours in Kyoto: 44 tours, all from the 123 we kept after screening every one of the 1,702 tours Viator lists for Kyoto, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

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4.9 Excellent 370 reviews
8h
#16 of 44

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 92 reviews
6h 30m–7h 30m
#17 of 44

Osaka & Nara in 1-Day by Private Van with Local Expert Guide

Have your best and most unforgettable day trip in Japan, guided by a local specialist to tour two unique cities, ancient Nara and urban Osaka, efficie...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 54 reviews
5h 30m
#18 of 44

Scenic Green Tea Fields of Hidden Kyoto & Local Tea Exp (Private)

Journey into the "Otherworldly" landscapes of Kyoto’s hidden tea country. This private tour takes you to Wazuka, the magical village supplying the fin...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 39 reviews
9h
#19 of 44

Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Site Private Tour with a Premium Van

Discover Kyoto’s UNESCO Treasures with Ease! Explore Kyoto’s UNESCO sites stress-free on this private one-day tour! With a personal driver and guide, ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 127 reviews
8h–10h
#20 of 44

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
#21 of 44

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 51 reviews
8h 10m
#22 of 44

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
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 41 reviews
4h
#23 of 44

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 461 reviews
4h–8h
#24 of 44

Kyoto Customized Private Tour See Top Attractions in 1 Day

Take control of your sightseeing itinerary by booking this customised tour. Whether its a minimum of 4-hour or a full day trip consisting of 8 hours, ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 60 reviews
8h–10h
#25 of 44

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
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 159 reviews
6h–8h
#26 of 44

Kyoto Luxury Private Car Tour with Local Guide-Nara&Osaka Options

This private tours are all for yours! Discover the best of Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara with an ultimate VIP service with inclusion of hotel pickup and dro...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 38 reviews
8h
#27 of 44

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
In high demand
4.9 Excellent 69 reviews
6h–8h
#28 of 44

Kyoto and Nara Customizable Private Tour (Local Licensed Guide)

Limited to **2 Groups per Day** We only provide **Local English-Speaking Guides** We have experience guiding Hollywood actors, including **Lance Gross...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.8 Excellent 78 reviews
10h
#29 of 44

Kyoto Private Car Charter with English Driver Flexible Itinerary

Explore Kyoto comfortably with a private vehicle and English-speaking support driver. Skip crowded buses and trains while enjoying a flexible itinerar...

Private tour
4.8 Excellent 58 reviews
6h
#30 of 44

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Sagano Tour with Licensed Guide

Accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide, explore the area of Arashiyama and Sagano, where aristocrats once unwound in ...

Free cancellation

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

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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
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 116 reviews
6h–9h

Osaka and Nara Day Tour with Private Transportation

Discover the best of Osaka and Nara in just one epic day with your Osaka and Nara Day Tour Starter Pack! Perfect for travelers who want to experience ...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 677 reviews
3h 30m

Kyoto Foodie Night Tour

- 7+ mouth-watering Kyoto-style Japanese food tastings, enough for a full dinner meal, served from locally-owned restaurants (Menu may vary every time...

Bestseller
5.0 Excellent 2124 reviews
5h–6h

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide

Kyoto is one of Japan’s most popular destinations, so sightseeing can be very crowded during the day. In this tour, we start early to beat the crowds ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 476 reviews
8h–10h

Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation

This exclusive experience, tailored with private transportation, allows you to explore Kyoto’s most iconic sites in comfort and style, ensuring a day ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 393 reviews
5h 15m

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 the ...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 2933 reviews
8h 30m

World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience

Discover Nara's must-see landmarks on the deluxe coach tour and try to make Matcha tea at Uji in Kyoto, the birthplace of matcha. We will drive pass F...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 17853 reviews
8h–9h

PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

【All-inclusive】 ・All admission fees and a Japanese buffet lunch are included. ・Discover Kyoto's must-see landmarks and World Heritages in one day eff...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 1737 reviews
4h–8h

Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Walking around this beautifu...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 505 reviews
6h

Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

Kyoto keeps traditional arts and beauty alive, but the busses and subways can be confusing and provide challenges for those with walking limitations. ...

Free cancellation
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