Build-Your-Own Kyoto
Build-Your-Own Kyoto
60,000 JPY per group - 8 hours
Welcome to our custom Kyoto private tour services, where your exploration is crafted to your desires. Tailor each moment with our expert guidance, selecting from Kyoto’s myriad treasures: ancient temples like Kinkaku-ji, serene bamboo forests, or cultural districts like Gion. Immerse yourself in Kyoto’s charm, designing a personalized journey that meets your preferences and curiosities.
- Expert advice to build your own private Kyoto tour
- Full days & half-day tours
- Flexible custom tour itineraries
- Tell us your interests
- Top local Kyoto tour guides
- We help you to plan
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Custom Kyoto Private Tours
Prices & Info
PRICE:
- Full-Day 8 Hours
1 – 4 people = 60,000 JPY/group
5 – 10 people = please add 3,000 JPY to the above price for each extra person. - Half-Day 5 Hours
1 – 4 people = 41,000 JPY/group
5 – 10 people = please add 2,000 JPY to the above price for each extra person. - A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.
Our private tours are suitable for up to 10 people in a group with one tour guide. If you have more than 10 people in your group please email us to discuss details. We can give the best advice for your tour group.
START TIME:
- Full-Day 8 Hours = 9 AM at central Kyoto hotels or train stations.
- Half-Day 5 Hours = 9 AM to 12 PM at a time that suits you.
END TIME:
- 8 or 5 hours after your start time at central city locations. If you want to end at your hotel please discuss with your guide on the day so that they can allow time.
TOUR OPERATES: Any dates except for some holidays. Please request availability.
GROUP SIZE: Minimum 1, Maximum 10
INCLUSIONS: Local English-speaking tour guide, central hotel pick-up, bespoke tour planning service
EXCLUSIONS: Transport, lunch and entrance fees. Please pay for these as you go on the day for yourselves and your guide. We will advise you of these costs before you book.
Private Transport Available
Private transport with a car and professional driver can be added to this tour for a more comfortable and efficient experience. All vehicles and drivers are fully government licensed, and tours with private transport include a separate local guide and driver. Simply select the “Add Private Transport” option when completing the tour request form. See the prices below.
PRICE:
8 Hours
- 1 – 4 people = 122,000 JPY
- 5 – 8 people = 132,000 JPY
- A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.
5 Hours
- 1 – 4 people = 85,000 JPY
- 5 – 8 people = 90,000 JPY
- A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.
INCLUSIONS: Local English-speaking tour guide, fully licensed driver, suitable size vehicle, central hotel pick-up/drop-off, bespoke tour planning service.
EXCLUSIONS: Meals, entrance fees and parking fees. Please pay for these as you go on the day for yourselves and your guide. We will advise you of these costs before you book.
Tour Cancellation Policy
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 30 days or more prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 20% of the tour fare.
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 29 days to 7 days prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 40% of the tour fare.
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 6 days to 3 days prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 60% of the tour fare.
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides less than 3 days prior to the starting day of the tour, including no-show, will incur a charge of 100% of the tour fare.
- Any tickets purchased are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
Testimonials
We bring the best experience
See what our past guests say about us. Travelers' Choice Award 2024 & 25!
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Fantastic day tour of Tokyo with Junko from Backstreet Guides - Fantastic tour of Kyoto with Junko. She was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and took us through all the major sights of Kyoto AND encouraged us to take fun detours along the... read more 
Marty M
March 25, 2025
