--- title: Private Kyoto Customizable Day Tour with English Speaking Driver lang: en type: tour city: Kyoto country: Japan price: 356 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.69 reviews: 229 duration_minutes: 480 free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 36 of 36 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/private-kyoto-customizable-day-tour-with-english-speaking-driver/ --- # Private Kyoto Customizable Day Tour with English Speaking Driver **Guidekin's take:** Customise a car route to places such as Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Arashiyama Bamboo Forest on a private tour for your party. It is priced per group and includes a driver and hotel transfers; admission tickets and food are extra. 4.69 from 229 reviews at €356 per group/vehicle for 8h. In our comparison: #36 of 36 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore Kyoto in Comfort and Style! Discover the beauty of Kyoto with a private Kyoto day tour by car with Ashan Global Tours. Enjoy comfortable private transportation and the flexibility to explore the city's most famous attractions at your own pace. Visit Kyoto's iconic landmarks, including Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, and the beautiful Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. With an English-speaking driver and a customizable itinerary, you can plan your day around your interests and travel preferences. Whether you want to discover historic temples, explore traditional streets, or enjoy Kyoto's beautiful scenery, this private tour offers a flexible and convenient way to experience the city. Create your own Kyoto adventure and enjoy a memorable day in Japan! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 08:30, 09:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: Food not included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €356 per group/vehicle - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.69/5 from 229 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ashan Global Tours - Group: Private tour, your party only - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 08:30, 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.69 from 229 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 210 of 229. - 5 stars: 197 (86%) - 4 stars: 13 (6%) - 3 stars: 6 (3%) - 2 stars: 6 (3%) - 1 star: 7 (3%) ## What's included - Pick-up and Drop-off to Hotel - English-Speaking Driver - Air-conditioned vehicle - Private transportation - Pick-up options available from Osaka and Nara charging an additional fee of 20000¥. ## Not included - Food not included - Admission tickets are not included. Travelers can purchase these directly at location. ## Itinerary 1. **Arashiyama** (1h) - , located in western Kyoto, Japan, is a picturesque district renowned for its natural beauty and cultural heritage. It is best known for the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where visitors can walk through a mesmerizing pathway lined with towering bamboo stalks. The area is... 2. **Kinkakuji Temple** (1h) - Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, was originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa for the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. After his death, the villa was converted into a Zen Buddhist temple. The structure reflects a blend of traditional Japanese and Chinese architectural... 3. **Nishiki Market** (1h 30m) - (Nishiki Ichiba) is a narrow, five block long shopping street lined by more than one hundred shops and restaurants. Known as "Kyoto's Kitchen", this lively retail market specializes in all things food related, like fresh seafood, produce, knives and cookware, and is a great... 4. **Gion** (1h) - Experience the charm of Ninenzaka, Sannenzaka, and Yasaka Pagoda (Hōkan-ji Temple), one of the top attractions in Kyoto and a must-visit destination in the historic Higashiyama District. Walk along beautifully preserved stone-paved streets lined with traditional machiya... 5. **Kiyomizu-dera Temple** (1h) - One of Japan's most well-known temples is Kiyomizudera, which translates to "Pure Water Temple". It got its name from the pristine waters of the Otowa Waterfall, which is located on the forested hillsides east of Kyoto, where it was established in 780. The temple established... 6. **Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine** (1h) - Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of Kyoto's most iconic Shinto shrines, dedicated to Inari, the deity of rice, prosperity, and business. Founded in 711 AD, it is famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates(senbon torii) that form tunnels along the trails leading up Mount... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 09:00 - 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 - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - This experience includes an English-speaking driver - Special rides, cruises, and admission tickets aren’t included and can be purchased directly at each location. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €356 | €178 | | 4 | €356 | €89 | | 6 | €356 | €59 | 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 · #36 of 36** | €356 per group | 8h | 4.69 (229) | 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 #36 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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