Private Tour / Kyoto
Private Tour Arashiyama Kinkaku-ji Inari (Driver only / No guide included)
Indulge in a premium journey to Kyoto in a lavish Toyota Alphard, accompanied by a dedicated English-speaking chauffeur. Revel in elegance, absolute privacy, and seamless comfort as you explore Japan’s timeless beauty and iconic landmarks entirely at your own pace.
Overview
Unlike crowded bus tours, it provides a premium, personalized journey
tailored to your group’s pace.
Step into a spacious chauffeured vehicle and enjoy a comfortable ride
from Osaka to Kyoto.
Your private vehicle ensures a smooth and relaxing ride between
Kyoto’s three most iconic landmarks.
Wander through the soaring Arashiyama Bamboo Forest,
marvel at the golden reflection of Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion),
and hike through the mesmerizing red gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine.
This is a private day trip designed to transport you into the heart of
Japan’s timeless beauty with elegance and ease.
Itinerary
Togetsukyo Bridge
Arrive at Togetsukyo bridge, and enjoy the scenery and natural beauty of the surrounding mountains and river valley. Cross Togetsukyo bridge and walk through the town of Arashiyama, and head towards Arashiyama Bamboo forest.
The Bamboo Forest Trail
This area has been culturally significant for over 1000 years. The bamboo cultivated by the nobles of the Heian era still remains. Walk through and enjoy the beauty of the bamboo forest.
Arashiyama
Walk around the town of Arashiyama and enjoy your lunch break in the area. Enjoy some local cuisine, or grab a bite from one of the food stalls in the area. You can also shop for souvenirs for you and your family. This area offers various souvenirs great for everyone.
Kinkakuji Temple
Depart Arashiyama on board our private vehicle and drive 25 minutes to the beautiful and iconic Golden Pavilion, also known as Kinkakuji Temple. Both the pavilion and its surrounding garden were designed to be a paradise on earth. It’s beauty alone has inspired whole branches of Japanese arts and culture.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Depart Arashiyama, and drive 50 minutes to the amazing Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, founded over 1300 years ago for the god Inari Okami, who exists in the peaks of Mt. Inari. The red gates are donated by worshipers who have had their prayers answered by the shrine.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gasoline cost
- Highway tolls
- Parking Fees
- English-speaking Conductor
- Admission fee
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Infants must sit on laps
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Activity Level: This tour involves walking through historic districts and temple grounds. It is not recommended for travelers with mobility challenges.
- Flexibility: While we follow a curated itinerary, the private nature of the tour allows for a more relaxed and flexible pace.
- Meeting Point: If you selected “I’ll decide later,” please send us a message via Viator to finalize your pickup location.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate