Private tour in Kyoto Ayumi D

All inclusive:1 Day longer tour with private van and Kyoto-born native guide

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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

This tour is designed specially for those who like to experience a full day tour in Kyoto or Osaka and/or Nara and surrounding cities. Or, for those who like to explorearts, crafts, etc. art galleries and museums to learn about Japanese art and craft. Or, for those who like foodies, the tour takes you to a local kitchen where we Kyoto locals go, speciality food stores and local tasting experiences! Or

Your Kyoto tour itinerary

Sample tour - 9 hours of guiding tour 0830 Meet in the Kyoto hotel lobby 9-1000 Commute to Nara 1000-1200 Tour in Nara 12-1300 Lunch 13-1430 Commute to Osaka 1430-1700 Tour in Osaka 1730 Van& guide to commute back

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

A private van for 10 hours from Kyoto

What's included
Private Guide
Other: Private van fee and Unrecoverable reservation fee if booked and paid (meal reservation, attraction tickets, train tickets, studio, etc.)
Tickets: gardens, temples and castle
Private Transportation
Public Transportation
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Classes Workshop
Tastings
Services: Servieces out of guiding
Accommodation
Other: Bullet or super express train fee of guide, 6000yen x the number of additional person to be paid onsite
Meeting location

Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8185, Japan

Kyoto hotel lobby

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
Food And Drink
Off The Beaten Path
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1192629
Languages
English
Japanese
Activity level
Moderate
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Who is this private tour in Kyoto best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for those who want to explore Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara in depth. It's ideal for art and craft enthusiasts, foodies interested in local cuisine, and anyone looking to experience the cultural richness of these cities with a local guide, Ayumi D.

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Hours icon 8 hours
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