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Top 15 Full-Day Tours in Kyoto

31 tours  ·  from $58

Good full-day tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

5 Top Highlights of Kyoto Full Day Bike Tour (E-bike option) - Arashiyama starts the morning with bamboo and open space
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5 Top Highlights of Kyoto Full Day Bike Tour (E-bike option)

1.5 Top Highlights of Kyoto Full Day Bike Tour (E-bike option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 511 reviews · from $172Our pick

Start at Saga-Arashiyama Station for a 7 to 8-hour ride covering up to 27 miles. Guides such as Rob, Cass, Peter, and Ray combine Kyoto’s famous temples with quieter streets, river paths, gardens, and local neighborhoods. Choose a standard bike or request an e-bike for an extra fee.

“We loved being guided around the city by bicycle. Peter was informative, patient, knowledgeable and a joy to be with.”

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Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto - Nishi Honganji, a huge wooden temple with few crowds
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Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto

2.Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 498 reviews · from $119

Spend 7 to 8 hours cycling Kyoto with a guide and up to seven other riders. Visit Nishi Honganji, Kinkaku-ji, Gion, Tofuku-ji, Fushimi Inari, Kitano Tenmangu, and the Imperial Palace grounds. Bikes, helmets, bottled water, and lunch are included.

“Had an amazing day cycling all through Kyoto with Jay. Learned a lot about Japan, temples, shrines, Geishas and more. Jay made the day so much fun and took us to a very cool and delicious lunch place in Gion. He also was always there to take lots of pics of our entire group. Best day and best tour of our trip! Thank you!!”

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Full Day Guided Tour to Kyoto and Nara from Osaka by Van - Gion gives you lunch and a taste of old Kyoto
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Full Day Guided Tour to Kyoto and Nara from Osaka by Van

3.Full Day Guided Tour to Kyoto and Nara from Osaka by Van

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 420 reviews · from $106

Travel from Osaka to Kyoto and Nara in an air-conditioned van for up to 11 people. Guides such as Taka, Woody, Jin, and Andy lead you through Fushimi Inari, Gion, Nara Park, and Todai-ji, with bottled water, WiFi, and temple admission included.

“Take, our guide, was wonderful. He gave us the highlights of each location and gave us the space to contemplate each one. I also really appreciated the driver, who always made sure the van was ready (air conditioned!!!) before venturing on to next location. Both Taka and our driver were professional and extremely considerate - unscheduled stops to use restrooms. Tour itself was well worth it.”

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Nara Park, Osaka & Kobe from Kyoto Full Day tour - Nara Park and Todaiji Temple: the day’s best stretch
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Nara Park, Osaka & Kobe from Kyoto Full Day tour

4.Nara Park, Osaka & Kobe from Kyoto Full Day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $90

This early-start bus tour links Nara, Osaka, and Kobe in one day. You’ll see Todaiji Temple and Nara’s deer, eat or browse around Dotonbori, visit Osaka Castle, and have free time in Kobe. English and Spanish guides, including Heli, Montse, Alex, and others, lead groups of up to 30.

“This was a nice travel day to hit some spots that worked well for our schedule. We traveled with our baby and the driver was super nice about the stroller. Our guide Ele was great - provided really good information and was very nice. Nara waRead more”

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Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option - Arashiyama, bamboo, and optional rickshaw time
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Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option

5.Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · from $170

Spend about eight hours with an English-speaking guide such as Riku or Tatsuya, traveling by private air-conditioned car between Kyoto’s major sights. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the day can be adjusted for children, mobility needs, food requests, rain, or an optional visit to Nara.

“We had a wonderful day trip, thanks to our friendly and knowledgeable driver and guide, Riku. We visited Nara and Arashiyama. He was very accommodating of our itinerary with our children (4 & 7 years old) and suggested great activities and explained interesting facts for us all.”

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Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Tour by Bullet Train from Kyoto - Starting at Kyoto Station before 7:30am
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Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Tour by Bullet Train from Kyoto

6.Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Tour by Bullet Train from Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · from $399

Travel from Kyoto to Hiroshima by reserved Shinkansen, cross by boat to Miyajima, visit Itsukushima Shrine, then explore the Peace Memorial Park, Museum, and Atomic Bomb Dome with an English-speaking guide. Lunch is on your own, and the day ends back in Kyoto around 9pm.

“This tour is worth the time and money. Very knowledgeable tour guide and very friendly staff. I’m glad I booked it as this was an add on tour.”

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Kyoto: Private Full-Day Tour by Car - Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto’s Old Streets
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Kyoto: Private Full-Day Tour by Car

7.Private Full-Day Tour by Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 109 reviews · 10 hours

Spend 10 hours exploring Kyoto by private car for up to five people. Your English-speaking guide meets you at your hotel and can arrange a flexible day around Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkakuji, the Bamboo Forest, Gion, and more. Shohei and Kyohei are among the praised guides.

“Shohei was amazing! He accommodated us (group of 5 adults) and helped us visiting many temples & shrine! He let us tour on our own pace. He also took us to have very delicious Japanese style lunch. We couldn’t be happier!”

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Full-Day Sightseeing to Kyoto Highlights - Kinkakuji and the Golden Pavilion
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Full-Day Sightseeing to Kyoto Highlights

8.Full-Day Sightseeing to Kyoto Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $165

Start at Kyoto Station at 8:30 am and travel by train, bus, and on foot to Arashiyama, Kinkakuji, Shijo Kawaramachi, Gion Shirakawa, and Fushimi Inari. With a maximum of seven people, guides such as Indra, Maureen, and Toshi add cultural context, photo help, and practical Kyoto tips.

“This tour was an amazing experience that we won’t forget! Our guide, Indra, was incredible, taking us to all the must-see spots like Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari, Gion, and Arashiyama, while providing rich historical context and fascinating stories alRead more”

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Kyoto: Full-Day City Highlights Bike Tour with Light Lunch - Starting in Arashiyama and the bamboo grove
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Kyoto: Full-Day City Highlights Bike Tour with Light Lunch

9.Full-Day City Highlights Bike Tour with Light Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 8 hours · from $167

Spend eight hours cycling Kyoto with an English-speaking guide such as Rob, Cass, Peter, or Ray. You’ll visit the bamboo grove, Fushimi Inari, Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, and Kinkaku-ji, using quiet lanes and city streets. Expect about 44 km of riding, a light lunch, and a small group of up to eight.

“Rob our guide was very knowledgeable & gave a great perspective to living in Japan. This tour is not for the faint hearted as it is literally all day and a lot of riding - the extra cost for an e-bike is definitely worth it!”

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Kyoto: Full Day Bike Tour - Starting at Toji and Nishi Honganji
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Kyoto: Full Day Bike Tour

10.Full Day Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 39 reviews · 7h 30m · from $116

Spend about 7.5 hours cycling Kyoto with an English-speaking guide, visiting Toji, Nishi Honganji, Kinkaku-ji, the Imperial Palace, Gion, Tofukuji, and Fushimi Inari. Comfortable Giant and Trek bikes, lunch, and the Golden Pavilion admission are included. E-bikes are available on request.

“In additional to the tour we visited a festival that happened that day. And we saw an important temple which is hardly visited by tourists. Got Lots of interesting information.”

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Tailored Full Day Private Experience of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors - Arashiyama and the bamboo grove
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Tailored Full Day Private Experience of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors

11.Tailored Full Day Private Experience of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews

Spend about nine hours exploring Kyoto with a private guide and a tailored plan covering Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle, Nishiki Market, Fushimi Inari, and Gion. Guides such as Keiko, Ahmed, Yuka, Noriko, and Kazz have adapted routes for families, children, and cruise passengers. Transportation costs are extra, so confirm the arrangement before booking.

“We were able to see all the main attractions in Kyoto. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. She was able tailor our tour for our family needs. Highly recommend.”

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Kyoto & Nara Full Day Customised Tour - Arashiyama: bamboo, temple gardens, and a busy first stop
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Kyoto & Nara Full Day Customised Tour

12.Kyoto & Nara Full Day Customised Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 33 reviews · 1 day

You’ll cover Kyoto and Nara in one private day, with stops at Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji, Nishiki Market, Nara Park, and Tōdai-ji. Drivers such as Febbaha, Khan, Ashid, and Sammad Ayaz have earned praise for flexibility, though the experience may feel more like private transport than a guided history tour.

“Faced with a bit of a challenge the guide was resourceful and helpful and confident he could help. Did an excellent job solving the issue.”

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Kyoto Private & Personalized Full-Day Tour with a Local Guide - Kitano Tenmangu and a shrine with a local rhythm
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Kyoto Private & Personalized Full-Day Tour with a Local Guide

13.Kyoto Private & Personalized Full-Day Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · from $253

Build an eight-hour private Kyoto day with a local guide around your interests, pace, and must-sees. You might visit Kyoto Station, Kitano Tenmangu, Kinkaku-ji, Higashiyama, and Kiyomizu-dera. Guides such as Alex, Eko, Vanessa, and Juraj have led past tours, with transport and admission paid separately.

“Vanessa was fantastic. Highly recommend a private tour. Custom itinerary was well thought out. Vanessa shared valuable information and brought meaning to the gardens and temples. We look forward to returning and booking Vanessa again. Thanks !”

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Kyoto & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto - Kiyomizu-dera brings history, views, and uphill walking
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Kyoto & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

14.Kyoto & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $57Best value

Spend about nine hours with a guide visiting Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu-dera, historic hillside streets, and Uji’s river, shrine, Byodo-in, and tea street. Air-conditioned transport links the stops, while temple admission and lunch cost extra. Guides may include John, Jone, or Cave.

“Great tour, great tour guide! Perfect day and great planning allowed us to enjoy all the sights without rushing. Our Guide, Jone, was friendly and helpful, making the trip a truly memorable experience. Highly recommend this tour. Definitely worth it!”

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Discover Kyoto by Bike Full Day Tour - Nishi Honganji and the modern city beside it
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Discover Kyoto by Bike Full Day Tour

15.Discover Kyoto by Bike Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $128

Ride about 32 kilometers through Kyoto with guide Jaime, using an e-bike to connect Toji, Nishi Honganji, Heian Shrine, Nanzen-ji, Honen-in, the Silver Pavilion, Gion, and quieter Miyagawacho. Expect a full 7 to 8 hours, narrow paths, photo stops, and lunch at your own cost.

“Great way to see Kyoto sites. Some areas are crowded but majority of ride is through less busy areas. Jaime was very friendly and knowledgeable. Lunch was great also. It is definitely a full day that we enjoyed. We will rest well tonight.”

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Explore Kyoto

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The lanes

GionHigashiyamaWalking ToursNight WalksRickshaw Rides

Temples and shrines

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Tea and food

Tea CeremoniesMatchaNishiki MarketCooking ClassesSake Tastings

Out of town

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