Private tour in Kyoto Khas K

Kyoto Highlights Over Two Days – Ancient Capital Experience

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Private tour for 1-6 people
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Khas K.

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Hello everyone, I’m Khas. Thank you for deciding to come to Kyoto! I’m a passionate local guide, and my tours are built around the hidden beauty of Kyoto, where the charm is found in small details, rather than in a plain sight, and my job is to help you see them clearly and experience Kyoto to its fullest. Although I am new on the platform, I have years of guiding experience, which turned into a passion of meeting and connecting with lots of awesome people around the World. It is always a pleasure to help others “peek into” the local culture and experience it from an insider’s perspective. With my IR background and interests in historical, religious and cultural studies, I focus on explaining the patterns behind what you see, how history, beliefs, and daily life connect. I specialize in Kyoto, Osaka and Nara, taking guests through must-see sights and the quieter streets most guests overlook. But it doesn’t stop there - throughout many years in Japan, I have developed a big interest in all sorts of Japanese foods and help people experience the beauty in Japanese cuisine, finding the best spots for foods such as Okonomiyaki, Gyoza, Katsudon, Seafood and so many others. Every tour is flexible, I adjust the pace to the group, and go deeper or lighter depending on your curiosity and energy. No scripts and no rushing to help you make the most out of your time here in Japan. If you’re curious, and want a tour that feels more like discovering with a local friend who understands Japan rather than being talked at, I’d be happy to show you around.

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Overview of your Kyoto tour

The tour will focus on cultural highlights, scenic areas, and local history, all while having a local friend (me 😄) by your side at all times. The itinerary is thoughtfully planned but remains flexible, allowing us to adapt each day as needed.

Recent Reviews

Gof A.
May 2026

Khas was an excellent guide and made a perfectly planned itinerary for each day based on our must see list. He is very friendly and knowledgeable about the sites and history of the area. Excellent communication as well. We were overnight in Kyoto off of a cruise ship. He helped us navigate to/from Kyoto to maximize our time to tour and ensure that we made it back to the ship in plenty of time. Would highly recommend touring with Khas if you are making a stop in the Kyoto area.

David W.United States
April 2026

We very much enjoyed being with Khas. He was knowledgable and kind and very flexible. He was aware of our goals and worked to make sure we accomplished what we needed to. His English is exceptional and his broad knowledge of Japanese history (as well as world history) was impressive. I would highly recommend him.

Eric B.United States
March 2026

We had a great time visiting the sites of Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka on our two day tour with Khas. Not having visited Japan previously, we tried to cram a lot of sights into a short amount of time, and he did a great job in managing to do that for us. He was easy to talk with, knowledgable, and a pleasure to spend our two days in the Kyoto with. I wouldn’t hesitate in booking a tour tour with him again.

Your Kyoto tour itinerary

Possible visits include: Day 1 - Fushimi Inari Shrine - Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Hokanji Temple - Yasaka Shrine and Gion Area - Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley - Nijo Castle Day 2 - Kinkakuji Golden Temple - Ryoanji Temple with Zen Rock Garden - Arashiyama Bamboo Forest - Monkey Park - A hidden temple/shrine

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Bus

It is a mixture of waking and public transportation (bus or taxi)

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Tickets: Entrance tickets to the sights (500-1000yen)
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Public Transportation
Meeting location

Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting location can be wherever is more convenient for you within Kyoto.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
History
Religious Sites
Architecture
Shopping
Tour reference number
1451500
Languages
English
Russian
Mongolian
Japanese
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Kyoto best suited for?

This private tour in Kyoto is ideal for first-time visitors who want a comfortable and well-paced experience of the city's highlights. It's also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a moderate level of activity. Travellers looking to connect with a local guide for deeper insights into Kyoto's culture and history will find this tour particularly rewarding.

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Hours icon 2 days
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