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Private tour in Kyoto Rick I
Summer early bird half day tour of Kyoto
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My nick name is Rick and Japanese name is Ryoichi. I was born and grew up in Kyoto. Kyoto has so many sightseeing spots based on its 1000 year history. I will propose you the "must see" spots from local eyes not only temples & shrines but also alternative side of Kyoto. As Kyoto certified English guide and National Government Licensed English guide, I will assist you with high hospitality for your satisfactory stay in Kyoto. 1. For the first visitors I will prepare the tour with selection out of the spots as Nijo-castle, Imperial Palace, Nishiki-market, Gion amusement quarter, Arashiyama area and some temples and shrines of World Cultural Heritage Sites based on your request and taste. 2. For the visitors who want to see more spots than regular tours I will prepare some unique tours like visiting Fushimi area for Sake brewery and riding classical boat, visiting some traditional handicrafts ateliers, enjoying traditional performing art, etc. Please make any inquiry for your preferred type of Kyoto guiding without hesitation. I would be happy to propose you with the type of tour that makes your visit in Kyoto unforgettable one. National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (EN01767) City of Kyoto Visitors Host - Licensed Guide certified by City of Kyoto (EN00004) 2nd Grade of the licensing examination on knowledge of Kyoto history & culture I do not have a commercial driver's license. I cannot drive during the tours.
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Fresh and less hot tour in the summer morning
Overview of your Kyoto tour
The summer in Kyoto is so hot, especially in the afternoon. This is a 4-hour tour which starts at 7:30 AM (or 8:00) for avoiding the heat in the afternoon. The visiting spots are mainly in forests or indoor. Highly recommended to choose this tour from later July to Mid of September. < A course > Fushimi Inari shrine: Going through the path in the fresh air of the forest Sanjusangendo temple: Visit the temple with spectacular 1, 001 Buddhist statures Gion: Walk through the traditional entertainment area where you might see Geiko(Geisha) or Maiko Kenninji temple: Visit the temple with splendid Zen garden < B course > Bamboo forest: Going through the path with so fresh and clear air Tenryuji temple: Visit Zen temple with beautiful garden Ohi river: Nice & cool view of the emerald green river Nijo castle or Ryoanji temple (choice of either one): Visit real Samurai Palace or Famous Zen rock garden This tour is only for visitors who stay in Kyoto.
Your Kyoto tour itinerary
Please choose one of the courses below. < A course > - Fushimi Inari shrine - Sanjusangendo temple - Gion - Kenninji temple < B course > - Bamboo forest - Tenryuji temple - Ohi river - Nijo castle or Ryoanji temple (choice of either one) The visiting spots may be changed based on the communication with the customer. Note. Both courses require around 4 Km's walking throughout the tour.
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train
Basically subway, local train, bus are used. Taxi may be used depending on the situation. Also the tour includes around 4 Kilometers' walk.
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Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
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- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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