Kyoto · MORNING
22 bookable options
Kyoto days work best when nearby stops stay together. These choices show where each route goes, how long it keeps you there and what the ticket includes.
Beat Kyoto crowds on a 5-6 hour early tour to Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama bamboo grove, and Kinkaku-ji with an English guide.
“Akari was a wonderful guide who gave us great history. Highly recommend this tour to be able to see 3 famous kyoto area locations in half a day!”
Early-morning guided Kyoto loop with English guide, Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, and Kinkakuji before crowds, finished by lunch.
“We really enjoyed the Tour with Natsuki. She was very helpful and knew a lot about the areas we went to. The pace was really good - not too fast or slow. A really enjoyable morning”
Beat Nara crowds on a small-group early tour visiting Kofuku-ji, Kasuga Shrine, Nara Park, and Todaiji with an English guide.
“Natsuho was wonderful and knowledgeable. I had a lovely half day visiting and learning about Nara. She was energetic, patient, helpful and kind, and went out of her way to stop at places that she thought I might like. I definitely recommend her.”
A 4-hour guided morning in Nara from Kyoto, with Todaiji’s Great Buddha, UNESCO Kasuga Taisha, and deer-filled Nara Park.
“I went with my family and 3 kids on this tour and we really enjoyed our experience. Harry, our guide, made it special by explaining everything very well. It was a good value.”
Kyoto Morning Highlights takes you to Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, and Kyoto Imperial Palace in an efficient guided half-day.
“This tour advertises that it includes a tour of the Imperial Palace, Nijo Temple and Golden Pavilion. I mistakenly thought that the tour would not be offered if the advertised destinations were closed. I carefully read what was included and didnRead more”
Make sushi, tempura, teriyaki chicken, and miso soup in a Kyoto morning bento class. Small groups, English help, and lunch included.
“The class was fun. Small group of 8. The resulting bento box lunch was excellent.”
Early-morning bike tour in Arashiyama: Bamboo Forest, Tenryuji gardens, and Togetsukyo Bridge with an English guide and helmet.
“On a crisp but sunny December morning, we joined Ray for the morning bike tour. Very well organized, easy communication before and during the tour. Ray is very knowledgeable and created a really off the beaten path tour for us, taking us to a shrine and a temple, on top of beautiful views of the outskirts of Kyoto! He also got a true talent for finding the best spots for pictures, that he took for us and sent to us right after the tour. Amazing! Can highly recommend.”
Kyoto morning washi papermaking workshop: learn traditional paper from raw materials, press seasonal flowers, and craft postcards or a lamp.
“It was a lovely experience in a small setting. Great hands on with a lovely souvenir to take back home. They were accomodating and great with kids! Would highly recommend”
A private morning Kyoto e-bike tour with local guidance, rental equipment, and easy stops in Gion, Imperial Palace, and the Kamo River.
“Magnifique tour de vélo. Excellent équilibre entre visite historique et villégiature ! Annie fut une guide extraordinaire , bienveillante, renseignée et généreuse de ses commentaires et de ses services.”
Early morning at Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Taisha without the crush, with torii photo stops, viewpoint time, and an Inari souvenir.
“Maru was friendly and knowledgeable, and we felt honored that he spent so much time teaching us about Japanese culture, history and traditions. He was very warm and kind. We really enjoyed our tour and Maru even helped take a few beautiful photos of us along the way. Thank you so much! ~Chika & Christopher”
Kyoto dawn walk through Gion and Higashiyama with an English guide, early access to Kiyomizudera, Yasaka Shrine, and Sannenzaka.
“Hiro was a great guide & really knew a lot of history about the areas and sites (and sights!) we visited. He has a great sense of humour which made the tour even more enjoyable. I highly recommend doing this tour.”
Kyoto early-morning private tour with a government-licensed English guide. Choose 2 to 3 sites like Fushimi Inari and Arashiyama.
“We had the pleasure of touring Kyoto with our guide, Yoji, yesterday, and I cannot recommend him enough! From the moment we met, his enthusiasm and deep knowledge of the city's history and culture were evident. Yoji's storytelling trulRead more”
Early morning Kyoto e-bike tour with a small group of 6, plus helmet, water, and raincoat. Fushimi Inari, Zen temples, and Gion streets.
“Our family of five (including three teens - 13, 17, 19) all loved this tour. Aki was a very knowledgeable guide and took many family photos of us at various stops. Our kids said this was their favorite activity in Kyoto!”
Early e-bike Kyoto tour with an English guide, temple admissions included, and quiet morning visits to Fushimi Inari, Sanjusangendo, and Kiyomizu-dera.
“I had an amazing time with Rin on the ebike tour - luckily all the other guests dropped out so I was able to pick his brain on all the history at Kiyomizu-Dera, Senbon Torii, and Sanjusangendo. Also Rin is a great photographer so I got a ton of amazing pictures”
Morning Kyoto with an English guide: Fushimi Inari torii, Arashiyama bamboo, Nonomiya shrine, and Iwatayama Monkey Park, small group.
“Our tour guide Liu was very friendly and kind. He was so knowledgeable. He also gave us great recommendations. Highly recommend this tour.”
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