Discover the beauty of Kyoto on a customized VIP Tour of Kyoto

Kyoto is a place so blessed with places of historic and natural beauty that it's really hard to know where to start.

That is where our years of experience in welcoming travelers to Kyoto comes into play.

​Choose a customized VIP Tour and we can put together the perfect plan just for you, letting you get the most out of your limited time in Kyoto. 

Get a tailor-made itinerary just for you

• We send out a questionnaire and list of popular places letting you be involved in the plan for the day
• We know the best times to see the most famous sites in Kyoto and can help take the guess work out of planning a perfect day in town
• Have your own personal (amateur) photographer and stop for pictures whenever you like
• We will gladly help you plan your other days in the city based on what you enjoyed on tour

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Let the sights come to life

• Enjoy informative and colourful commentary from your bilingual guide bringing the history to life
• Learn about buddhism and it's role in shaping the culture of Japan 
• Visit a Shinto shrine and see how the customs of Shinto are still part of daily life in Japan
• Gain a new appreciation for the beauty of temple construction and art of garden design ​

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Discover the back streets

• Kyoto is not just about the temples. We know plenty of great neighbourhoods that are great for a stroll
• Choose to discover one of the geisha districts of Kyoto and learn all about this hidden world
• Explore the Nishiki Market to try some of the unique tastes in flavours in this kitchen of Japan
• Or go off the beaten path and see what life is like for the locals in the quieter corners of Kyoto​

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Limitless opportunities to truly discover Kyoto

• Add a cultural activity such as tea ceremony, kimono dress up or zen meditation 
• Choose to have a special lunch or just eat street food along the way
• We can even arrange an audience with a real geisha

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6-7hr tours with flexible start times

start as early as 7am to beat the crowds! 

125,000 yen for up to 4 guests ($800 USD)
12,500 yen ($80 USD)for each additional guest
*plus 3% booking fee 

Includes an executive class vehicle and driver and top in class tour guide. We can even pick you up at Kyoto station the day you arrive!

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Hotel pick up and drop off included

We offer concierge services and can book a special restaurant for you during or after the tour.

Want to meet a real geisha? We can arrange appointments both for afternoon tea or for after dinner drinks. Check www.kyotovip.com for more details

​We are a small company and we book up quickly.

Book today to guarantee your place and enjoy an experience you'll remember for years to come!