Craig's Kyoto Private Luxury Alphard Tour / The Early Riser

Discover Kyoto Before the World Wakes Up - famous and secret spots in the cool, quiet morning—before the crowds. Private tour in a luxury 2025 Alphard.
“Special Opening Offer – For September only, I’m offering a reduced launch price as I introduce Craig’s Kyoto Tours on GetYourGuide. This is a one-time chance to join as one of my first guests and help shape the early reviews of my tours.”


Let me, Craig, guide you through the story and legend of this amazing city I now call home. This is my, Omakase Tour - which means my recommendations. Based on my experience, and the time of year you are visiting. You will deal directly with and only myself, for planning, and the tour itself.

This private early-riser tour lets you experience Kyoto’s most iconic and hidden sights before the heat and crowds arrive. Start your day while the city is still quiet and peaceful, and explore a mix of famous landmarks and off-the-beaten-path gems — all wrapped before lunch. I can even help you find the perfect place to eat after.

Pickup is typically around 5:30/6:00am, when the city is cool and empty, and the light is perfect. This early start allows us to visit places like Fushimi Inari, quiet bamboo groves, riverside temples, and serene gardens before they fill with tour groups. The exact start time will be confirmed after booking, based on your hotel location — but early departures are essential for this experience.

Travel in comfort in a 2025 Toyota Alphard, Japan’s premier luxury van, with your local guide Craig — an Australian who has lived in Kyoto for over 15 years and guided for some of the top hotels. This isn’t a cookie-cutter tour. It’s a personal, flexible experience, tailored to your pace and interests.

Highlights:

-Private early-morning pickup from your Kyoto hotel (~5:30-6:00 am)
-Visit iconic sights like Fushimi Inari before the crowds arrive
-Discover quiet spots and local rituals most visitors miss
-Ride in style in a 2025 Alphard with reclining seats, dual power doors, and icy A/C
-Finish by lunch time (5-6 hours) — perfect for families, jet-lagged travelers, and those avoiding Kyoto’s summer heat

The itinerary is customized based on your location and interests. After booking, Craig will reach out personally to confirm the perfect route for your morning.

उपलब्धता की गारंटी के लिए जितनी जल्दी हो सके बुक करें। जल्दी बुकिंग पर विचार करना विशेष रूप से तब महत्वपूर्ण है जब आप सार्वजनिक छुट्टियों या सप्ताहांत जैसे उच्च सीजन के दौरान यात्रा की योजना बना रहे हों।

इस यात्रा को आप यात्रा शुरू होने से 24 घंटे पहले बिना किसी शुल्क के रद्द कर सकते हैं। यदि आप इसे 24 घंटे बाद रद्द करते हैं या यात्रा पर नहीं आते हैं, तो भी आपको गतिविधि की पूरी कीमत चुकानी होगी। पिक-अप या प्रस्थान में देर से आना यात्रा पर नहीं आने के रूप में माना जाएगा।