Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Tour w/ Lunch (Halal/Vegan Options)
Explore traditional sites in Gion and Higashiyama, have lunch in Nishiki Market (vegan, halal & vegetarian options available), and see the torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha in this Kyoto tour.
Highlights
Visit Kyoto’s famous landmarks, stroll through the quaint streets of Gion, see traditional shrines and temples in Higashiyama, and enjoy lunch at Nishiki Market with a guide!
Visit the Yasaka-jinja Shrine (where the famous Gion Matsuri takes place each summer), Kenninji Temple (Kyoto’s oldest zen temple) and Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine’s famous row of red torii gates
Enjoy lunch at Nishiki Market, one of Kyoto's oldest gourmet centers. Halal, vegan, and vegetarian options can be accommodated
Navigate the city's busy streets and learn about its famous sights with a local guide who will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in Kyoto.
10 meals
Experience Details
Kyoto's historical sites attract millions of visitors, but navigating its crowded streets without speaking the language can be difficult. On this quintessential tour of Kyoto, you'll comfortably stroll along the capital's streets, visit its famous sights, and enjoy a lunch tailored to your preferences with a knowledgeable guide.
You'll start at Yasaka-jinja shrine, one of the city's main Shinto sites, bustling with worshippers and visitors from the early morning. Next, you'll explore Gion, a well-preserved geisha district that retains its old allure, while learning local stories from your guide. After seeing the famous Hanamikoji street, you'll relax at Kenninji Temple, believed to be the city's oldest zen temple, and enjoy its pristine gardens, striking architecture, and centuries-old works of art.
Lunch will be at Kyoto’s gourmet center, the 400-year Nishiki Market, which has traditional restaurants, food stalls, and shops. When booking, please inform your guide of your dietary restrictions (if any) so they can pick a place suited to your needs. Halal, vegan, and vegetarian options are available.
Your last stop will be the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine, home to hundreds of vermilion torii gates that have become one of Japan's most popular attractions. Take in the spiritual atmosphere of this must-see site before returning to your hotel and bidding your guide goodbye.
Experience flow:
-Hotel pick-up
-Visit Yasaka-jinja Shrine
-Explore Gion and Higashiyama and see the main sights
-Visit Kenninji Temple
-Enjoy lunch at a restaurant picked by your guide to suit your dietary needs in Nishiki Market
-Visit the Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine
-Hotel drop-off
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Hotel pick-up & drop-off within Kyoto and transportation between venues
Entrance to the temples and shrines
Lunch (tempura udon, meat udon, tempura meal, yakiniku meal, and other options available)
Exclusions
Additional food and drinks
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kyoto.
Remarks
The hotel pick-up and drop-off service is within the Kyoto City area. For guests staying in Osaka, this service is available for an additional fee (see Options for more information).
The itinerary can be changed as per guests’ requests. Please inquire about any changes directly with the host upon booking.
You can request to extend the tour duration for an additional fee of ¥6,000 per hour. Please inquire directly with the host.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.
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