Japan · Walking Tours

2-Hour Private Gion Walking Tour in Kyoto with Higashiyama Views

2 Hours Round trip from Kyoto Easy pace

Japanese Girl in Yukata with Red Umbrella in Gion District

Woman Wearing Japanese Traditional Kimono Walking at Historic Higashiyama in Spring

Gion Shrine also known as the Yukata Shrine

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit a Shinto shrine and learn about the region's culture
02 Explore Higashiyama, famous for its beautiful landscape and Yasaka Pagoda
03 Take in panoramic views of the area from one of the guide's favourite viewpoints
04 Discover the essence of Japan in Kyoto, the country's former capital for more than 1,000 years

Explore Kyoto's traditional Gion District on a private walking tour through the former capital of Japan, where more than 1,000 years of history and culture come to life. Visit a Shinto shrine, stroll through the historic Higashiyama area known for its beautiful landscape and Yasaka Pagoda, and finish at a stunning viewpoint with panoramic views. Along the way, hear enriching stories about Kyoto's history, traditions, and beauty from your guide.

On this tour, you will visit a Shinto shrine and the historic area of Higashiyama, famous for its beautiful landscape and Yasaka Pagoda.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Kyoto

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Explore Gion, Higashiyama, and a Scenic Viewpoint

Meet your guide and experience Kyoto while feeling the essence of Japan. Kyoto was the former capital of Japan for more than 1,000 years, and many important parts of Japanese history and culture unfolded and developed in the city. That is why you can say that Kyoto is the best place to see and feel the essence of Japan.
On this tour, you will visit a Shinto shrine and the historic area of Higashiyama, famous for its beautiful landscape and Yasaka Pagoda.
End the tour at one of the guide's favourite viewpoints, where you will enjoy panoramic views of the area. Your guide has many stories and enriching insights to share about the history, culture, tradition, and beauty of Kyoto.