• Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point
  • Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point

Kyoto: Guided Tea Ceremony, Garden, and Castle Tour Private Tour with Entrance Fees with Meeting Point

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ID: GYG1234814-O-1894023
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Country: Japan

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Discover Kyoto's culture and history on a guided tour. Experience a traditional tea ceremony, stroll through Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, and visit the UNESCO-listed Nijō Castle.
Begin your morning near Kyoto Kawaramachi Garden corner, in front of the big black world map and walk to an intimate tea session at Tea Ceremony. Learn the basics of matcha preparation, understand the meaning behind each gesture, and enjoy freshly whisked tea paired with seasonal sweets.

Next, stroll through Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. Once the setting of Imperial court life, today it’s a peaceful green space in the city center. Your guide shares historical context so you understand what you’re seeing, not just walking through it.

Continue to Nijō Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former Tokugawa shogun residence. Step inside to experience the famous nightingale floors and detailed interiors that reflect Japan’s feudal era.

Highlights

  • Experience a traditional tea ceremony and learn to prepare matcha
  • Stroll through Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and learn about its history
  • Visit Nijō Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore its interiors
  • Discover Kyoto's history and culture with a knowledgeable local guide
  • Enjoy a relaxed 3-hour tour that blends tea culture and political history

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is relaxed and not rushed
Suitable for all ages
Culturally grounded experience
Meet outside Kyoto Kawaramachi Garden corner, in front of the big black world map Look for a guide wearing a green TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign. Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ah4KViWVefo65zBx6
INCLUDED
  • English-speaking guide
  • Walking tour
  • Tea ceremony
  • Entrance fees
NOT INCLUDED
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Public transportation
  • Meals and other drinks
  • Personal expenses

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.