
KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized
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Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized worth booking?
KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized is a 8-hour experience in Osaka, Japan, from $320 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (11)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $320 per person
This is a personalised Kyoto Tour. The tour itinerary is drafted based on your travel desire. Popular destinations to visit in Kyoto are Arashiyama, Kinkakuji, Nishiki Market, Gion, Ninenzaka, Sanenzaka, Kiyomizydera, Fu
What you get
About this experience
This is a personalised Kyoto Tour. The tour itinerary is drafted based on your travel desire. Popular destinations to visit in Kyoto are Arashiyama, Kinkakuji, Nishiki Market, Gion, Ninenzaka, Sanenzaka, Kiyomizydera, Fushimi Inari Taisha. Please share us information about places you want to visit, food you want to eat. We will draft itinerary and share with you before finalising. The tour could be adjusted during the day based on your pace. What you will get from joining the tour is immersive cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions. The tour is great for adventure seekers, families with children, etc.
What's included
Included
- Tour Guide Fee
- Local English, & Thai Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
- Public Transportation Fees (Train, bus, taxi ...)
- Private Transportation Fees
- Entrance Fees (Kinkakuji 500 JPY, Tenryuji 500 JPY, Kiyomizudera 600JPY)
- Food and Drink
What you'll see and do
Arashiyama Kimono Forest
We will walk to the bamboo forest, the town.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Kinkakuji Temple
This is the Golden Pavilion. You will see over 600 years old bonsai tree here. we will reach here by bus or train.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
The whole walking is about 2 hours but we will do the short course which will take about less than 30 minutes
30 minutes here
Nishiki Market Shopping District
The market is well-known for Kyoto kitchen. We can have lunch here if you don't mind standing and crowded people.
60 minutes here
Gion
After the Nishiki Market, we can walk here and continue walking to Ninenzaka up to Kiyomizudera. Hopefully we can spot some Geisha here
180 minutes here
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
To come up here, we need to walk pass Ninenzaka, Sanenzaka area. The area is steep with stairs and shops on both side
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Osaka
In front of the Cruise Terminal
Meeting point
Osaka
In front of the cruise terminal
Meeting point
Osaka
Centrai gate
Meeting point
Osaka
Central Station in front of ticket gate
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Ends at
In front of the Cruise Terminal
Ends at
In front of the cruise terminal
Ends at
Centrai gate
Ends at
Central Station in front of ticket gate
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- th, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Japan Private Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent Guide
We used a half dozen private guides on our trip to Japan at various ports. They were all good, but our guide in Kyoto was the best. A fountain of information, sweet, caring and flexible.
via Tripadvisor
Our favourite day in Japan
We had a fantastic time in Osaka & Kyoto with Marin. It was a full on day, but we managed to visit Arashiyama, Bamboo Forest, the Golden temple & Kyoto, including the old town & ‘no nails’ temple. Our favourite day in Japan by far. Definitely recommend this tour!
via Viator
Taking in the sites of Kyoto from Kobe cruise terminal
Malin was an excellent guide. She customized our tour to the places we wanted to see. She was able to navigate the trains that took us from place to place in a way that a tourist couldn’t do All of that with a most pleasant personality
via Viator
Kyoto
We saw it all. What an Incredible experience. Kyoto was fantastic. The best part was how sweat and knowledgeable our guide Marin was. We learned so much from her. I highly recommend this tour.
via Viator
Fantastic day!
Senji was a great guide, tailored our experience as requested. He was very helpful in locating a cash machine for us to withdrawal yen (we should have had some prior to the day!)
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Osaka.
How much does KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized cost?
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Prices start at $320 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Osaka usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Osaka is not rushed.
Is KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Osaka, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Osaka can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Osaka and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Osaka within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Osaka?
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On Outty we rank every Osaka experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local, Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour: Castle, Dotonbori, Gems & Lunch, Osaka Castle Walking Tour and Castle Tower Admission. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Osaka?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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