--- title: Kyoto Private Car Tour with Local Japanese Guide – 3 Options lang: en type: tour city: Kyoto country: Japan price: 169 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 78 duration_minutes: 360 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 8 of 36 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-private-car-tour-with-local-japanese-guide-3-options/ --- # Kyoto Private Car Tour with Local Japanese Guide – 3 Options **Guidekin's take:** Choose a Kyoto itinerary or combine it with Nara or Osaka on a private tour for your party. A guide accompanies you inside temples and shrines, with a car and Kyoto City hotel pickup included; admission fees and lunch cost extra. 5 from 78 reviews at €169 per person for 6h–8h. In our comparison: #8 of 36 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview No rush. No public transport. No other groups. Explore with a local Japanese guide born and raised in Kyoto. I’ll accompany you inside the temples and shrines, sharing their history and culture along the way. Choose from 3 private tours: • Kyoto 1-Day Highlights • Kyoto & Nara • Kyoto & Osaka →Sample itineraries for each tour are shown in photos 5, 6, and 7. All tours start and finish in Kyoto. Select your preferred option when booking. • Your own private car and English-speaking guide • A flexible route planned around your interests and the time available • A comfortable pace, with breaks when needed • Photos of your group along the way • My personal list of recommended Kyoto restaurants, shared before your tour • Kyoto City hotel pickup and drop-off included You don’t need to have every detail planned before booking. Once you’ve booked, we can discuss your preferences, pickup details, and itinerary by message. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 10 start times: between 07:00 and 11:30 - Food not included: Breakfast, Lunch - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €169 per person for the Kyoto One Day Tour Option option; other options up to €226 - Duration: 6h–8h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 78 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: japa-kon - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 10 start times between 07:00 and 11:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 78 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 78 of 78. - 5 stars: 78 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Kyoto One Day Tour Option | €169 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Kyoto 1-day Private Car Tour : This is the 1-day private car tour in Kyoto. We will take you around very flexibly from famous highlights to quiet local spot Pickup included | | Kyoto & Nara Tour Option | €169 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Kyoto Nara Private Car Tour Pickup included | | Kyoto & Osaka Tour Option | €226 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Kyoto Osaka Private Car Tour: We will visit some places in Kyoto and mainly spend our time in Osaka. Pickup included | ## What's included - Private English-speaking guide, including guided visits inside temples and shrines - Hotel pickup and drop-off within Kyoto City - Private air-conditioned vehicle - Personal list of recommended Kyoto restaurants, shared before your tour ## Not included - Breakfast - Lunch - Bottled water - Admission fees to temples and shrines are not included ## Itinerary 1. **Arashiyama** (45m) - We will explore Japan’s most famous bamboo forest. If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day ” option when making your reservation. 2. **Kinkakuji Temple** (45m) - We will visit Golden Temple "Golden Pavilion". If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day tour option” option when making your reservation. 3. **Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine** (45m) - This shrine is included in all options. Start the day at Kyoto’s famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of red torii gates create one of the most photogenic spots in Japan. Walk through the tunnels of gates while your local guide shares fun stories and hidden facts.... 4. **Nara Park** (1h) - If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour ” option when making your reservation. Meet Nara’s most famous residents—friendly deer that roam freely in the park. Feed them, take cute selfies, and enjoy some relaxed time under the trees. This... 5. **Todai-ji Temple** (40m) - If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour ” option when making your reservation. Visit Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. Step inside the world’s largest wooden building and come face to... 6. **Kiyomizu-dera Temple** (45m) - We will visit Kiyomizu temple. If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day tour option” option when making your reservation. 7. **Nishiki Market** (1h) - We will visit Nishiki Market. If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day tour option” option when making your reservation. 8. **Sannenzaka Ninenzaka** (pass by, no stop) - A charming historic street lined with traditional wooden houses, small shops, and cafés near Kiyomizu-dera. 9. **Hanamikoji Street** (30m) - Geisha Gion district : A historic geisha district known for traditional wooden machiya houses, teahouses, and atmospheric streets. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10 start times between 07:00 and 11:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - • Please let us know in advance if you need a child car seat. - • Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring a walker or other mobility aid. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €338 | €169 | | 4 | €476 | €119 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Sightseeing & City Tours start at €91 per person. ## Compared with other Sightseeing & City Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 36** | €169 | 6h–8h | 5.0 (78) | private | | [10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour](/japan/kyoto/tours/10-must-see-spots-in-kyoto-one-day-private-tour/?format=md) | €168 | 8h | 4.98 (1441) | private | | [Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide](/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-early-morning-tour-with-english-speaking-guide/?format=md) | €91 | 5h | 4.95 (2124) | shared | | [Private car tour in Kyoto (up to 4)](/japan/kyoto/tours/private-car-tour-in-kyoto-up-to-4/?format=md) | €261 per group | 7h | 5.0 (147) | private | Ranked #8 of 36 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €463, median €139; typical length 5h 38m. 31 of 36 are private. 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