Private tour in Kyoto Tess L
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Tess L.
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Hello and welcome to Kyoto! My name is Tess and I am an experienced tour guide with 6 years of experience showing visitors around Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. As a self-proclaimed foodie, I am always on the lookout for the most delicious street food and the coziest Izakaya in town. I have extensive knowledge of Japanese wine, and I can point you in the direction of the best restaurants and special cuisine that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Whether you are a connoisseur or simply enjoy trying new things, I can guarantee you an unforgettable culinary experience. In addition to my love for food, I also have a strong passion for Japanese history and culture. Having worked at the Samurai and Ninja museum, as well as a kimono and teahouse for three years, I have gained a wealth of knowledge about the customs and traditions of Japan. Whether you're interested in learning about the history of the samurai or the art of the tea ceremony, I can offer you an insightful and engaging tour. As your tour guide, I am committed to making your visit to Kyoto as enjoyable and memorable as possible. With my enthusiasm, positive attitude, and insider knowledge, I can help you discover the best that this city has to offer. So why not let me show you around and introduce you to the wonders of Kyoto? I'm looking forward to meeting you! 3 years - Samurai and Ninja museum tour guide 1 year - Maikoya tea house Kimono and hairdresser. I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences.
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Discover Kyoto's historical sites, favorite local spots, and hidden gems on a private walking tour with a local guide. ．Arrange your trip to manage your time efficiently ．Company with a knowledgeable guide to share Japan's history and culture ．Visit the MUST-SEE sights and attractions in Kyoto ．At your own walking pace ．Only for your group, PRIVATE! ．Pick up at the hotel / Kyoto city only 【More than 5P is available, please contact me】 After you book, you will receive a form to design your ideal itinerary based on your preferences.
Tess was an excellent guide for a day in Kyoto. She had a well-planned, perfectly-paced itinerary. Tess knew the best times and places to visit and where to get the best photographs. We arrived at the Geiko district before the crowds arrived. She gave us some good suggestions for the days following our tour with her. We really enjoyed our time with Tess and would definitely recommend her if you are visiting Kyoto.
We had a great day with Tess! In advance she asked us what we wanted to see and then she had a whole day planned specifically for us. And at the end we changed our last stop as she had several ideas and would describe the options and let us choose. She was so kind and knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend this for anyone!
Tess was an amazing guide. She was friendly and knowledgable. She made it a memorable day in Kyoto. I highly recommend booking a tour with her!
This was the second time that we had Rick as our tour guide, He is OUTSTANDING, professional and VERY customer service oriented as well as very knowledgeable about Kyoto, A+ guide
A perfect tour! It was raining so Tess modified our itinerary to accommodate places inside in the morning and then outside later in the day. She related history to current concepts which made it very easy to understand. Lots of personality and very vivacious. Our "family" had a wonderful day
Tess is the best! She gave us a 2 Day Guided Tour of Kyoto, and was very helpful in our pre-tour research and organization. She was very flexible, and her communication was great. She not only knows Kyoto, but the important shrines and temples, so we got what was essentially a private tour of those sites. Would highly recommend!
- Pick up at hotel / Kyoto city only - - Depends on your walking pace, visit 3-5 spots - Recommend Topics 【Must See in Kyoto】 - Thousand red gates -Fushimi Inari Shrine / Bamboo Grove / Golden pavilion - Kinkakuji 【History n Castle lover】 - 400 yrs old well reservation Castle - Nijo castle / 1200yr old Imperial Palace -Kyoto Imperial Palace 【Architecture】 - Gion distric / Higashiyama Area 【Culture n Activities】 - Tea ceremony / Monkey Park / Geisha Performance / Animal cafe / Kimono Rental / Rickshaws 【Japan Craft Shopping / Street Food】 - Nishiki Market / Kiyomizu-Dera Area 【Garden lover】 - Moss garden / Rock garden / Bonzai garden / Flowers / Hidden Gems tess.in.kyoto
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We use public transportation such as trains, subways, and buses. It is sometimes advisable to use taxis to save time and energy. For private van, extra JPY45,000/1day. Toyota Alphad max for 7P
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