The Art of Slow Travel: Private 8-Hour VIP Kyoto Immersion

Bespoke 8-hour journey through Kyoto with your private guide and driver. Fully customize your itinerary to include cultural immersion (Zen, Tea, Artisan) and iconic landmarks with ultimate comfort.
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kyoto, Osaka, or Nara. Meet your professional driver and expert English-speaking guide, and hop into a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. This experience is all about "your" Kyoto.

While the tour is fully customizable, a recommended route blends the "Must-See" with the "Deeply Cultural."

Start your journey at the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Walk through the towering stalks in the morning light for a mystical experience. Explore the surrounding Tenryu-ji Temple gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with insights from your guide.

Next, proceed to Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Pavilion), the symbol of Kyoto’s elegance. Your guide will help you find the perfect photo angles away from the crowds. For lunch, reserve a table at a hidden gem—be it a traditional Kaiseki ryotei, a Michelin-starred establishment, or a local favorite for Kyoto-style tofu (lunch cost not included).

This is where your tour becomes truly unique. Instead of just rushing to the next temple, pause and immerse yourself. Choose to incorporate one of the following exclusive experiences into your 8-hour day (subject to availability and customization):

- Private Zazen Meditation: Find inner peace at a serene sub-temple, guided by a monk, far removed from the tourist noise.
- Authentic Tea Ceremony: Experience the spiritual "Way of Tea" in a historic tea room, tasting the finest matcha and wagashi sweets.
- Artisan Atelier Visit: Step inside a private workshop. Whether it is Kiyomizu pottery (ceramics) or Kyo-Yuzen dyeing, witness the master craftsmanship that has supported the Imperial court for centuries. You can even try your hand at creating your own masterpiece.

Conclude your day at the majestic Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Perched on a hillside, it offers panoramic views of the city. Wander through the historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka preserved districts, perfect for finding high-quality traditional crafts and souvenirs.

Forget the stress of train maps and crowded buses. Sit back, relax, and let your guide show you the real Kyoto.

Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.

Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.