Private tour in Kyoto Ayumi D

Summer sale! 1 Day_Best of Kyoto or Nara or Osaka with Kyoto-born native guide

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Ayumi D.

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Dear my guests, I am thrilled to be meeting with you and sharing the inspiring moments together. I am a Kyoto-born local guide and coordinator specialist in Kyoto. I have over 20 years of experience in guiding the guests and company executives to amazing moments. Mainly worked as a liaison for companies to connect people and companies. Born, raised and educated in Kyoto. I am living in Kyoto most of my life. I lived in Vail, Colorado in my high school days as an exchange student for an year. Graduated from the national Osaka university majoring language and started to work in Tokyo for companies as a bilingual assistant and coordination specialist. I also run a few art exhibitions yearly to exhibit my air pieces. I was taught by my father and a memory of my grandfather, both great artists in Kyoto painting. As one of the giving projects, I offer cultural events, introducing Kyoto style in quality, tradition and design, connecting everyone to the pleasure of artistic and deeper cultural scenes. It will be my honor to be sharing the inspiring moments with you. I am flexible in schedule the destination during your stay, so please feel free to let me know your preference and what you like to see and experience in Kyoto and surrounding cities. I try my best to find the possible best suggestions. In addition to visiting temples and shrines, there are many options including experiences of Japanese sweet-make, green tea, art studio, hands-on crafts! Please view some photos of the past tours and places to feel the real Kyoto experience. Mingling with the real local artisans or even business people will give you a special experience! I feel grateful to see people happy. I very much look forward to helping your stay more comfortable. My best regards, Ayumi Graduated from the national Osaka university, majoring foreign studies. Finished Simul Academy interpretation course Japan English Foundation 1st class Advanced life-saving certification Driver's license

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Overview of your Kyoto tour

I value the quality time to offer during your stay. 100% tailor-made. The option of a private vehicle & driver arrangement. Especially for the advaced travellers who like to experience the' true experience' and see the local & stylish shops , in addition to a few major sites. knife sharpening class, tea ceremony, food tours, sake tour / brewery / distillery, with kids also! Experience excellent foodies, learn culture, history, and enjoy local arts and crafts and more! Feel the deeper insights of Kyoto in your own way. One of highlights when you travel aboard is to learn and meet locals. With my background of working as a bilingual assistant for managers, I will act as your private secretary to offer you the best of experiences and quality time to organize the limited time of your travel. I am happy to customize the tour for you. The best location to stay is close to Karasuma-Oike station where two subways are crossing, for instance Ace hotel, Park hotel Kyoto Oike, etc.

Your Kyoto tour itinerary

Sample Tour 9:00-12:00 Learn the culture and history visiting a few nice gardens, temple and shrine. 12:00-13:00 Break with lunch or tea 13:00-15:00 Leave the time more flexibly to meet your requests and interests in exploring the deep local things!

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Public transportation and taxi if needed The option of a private vehicle & driver with additional fee.

What's included
Private Guide
Other: Unrecoverable reservation fee if booked and paid (meal reservation, attraction tickets, train tickets, studio, etc.)
What's not included
Tickets
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Public Transportation
Classes Workshop
Other: Bullet or super express train fee for a guide, 8000yen x the number of additional person (kids under 8 is no count) to be paid onsite
Food Drinks Snacks
Services: outside the booked tours
Meeting location

Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8185, Japan

hotel lobby in Kyoto

Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
History
Food And Drink
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
664680
Languages
English
Japanese
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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Who is this private tour in Kyoto best suited for?

This private tour in Kyoto is perfect for advanced travellers who appreciate the true beauty of Japan and want to experience deeper insights into the local culture. It's ideal for those interested in off-the-beaten-path experiences, such as visiting local and stylish shops, participating in a knife sharpening class, tea ceremony, food tours, or a sake tour. Families with kids will also find this tour suitable.

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