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Chemins sacrés : découvrez le chemin du philosophe à Kyoto

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Opérateur: Kyoto Fun
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Excursion d'une demi-journée à Kyoto, comprenant tous les droits d'entrée, guide bilingue et guide urbain numérique. Opérateur : Kyoto Fun, en réservation directe plutôt que via un revendeur.

Chemins sacrés : découvrez le chemin du philosophe à Kyoto: En bref

PriceFrom $76 per person
Duration4 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Choose from 3 available options

Sacred Pathways: Discover the Philosopher's Path of Kyoto

We meet in front of a small curry restaurant at the foot of the small slope that leads to Ginkakuji Temple Departures: ...
4 hours
English
$76
Annulation gratuite

Private Half-Day Tour: Kyoto's Path of Philosophy

Minimum 2 guests. The price covers the full party. We meet in front of a small cafe at the foot of the small slope that...
4 hours
English
$272
Annulation gratuite

Private Half Day Tour: Kyoto's Path of Philosophy

Minimum 4 guests. The price covers the full party. We meet in front of a small cafe at the foot of the small slope that...
4 hours
English
$393
Annulation gratuite

Description complète

Cette expérience de 4 heures se déroule à Kyoto. Votre place est retenue auprès de l'opérateur avant que nous considérions votre réservation comme définitive.

Kyoto fut la capitale du Japon pendant plus de mille ans jusqu'en 1868 et compte 17 sites classés UNESCO parmi environ 2 000 temples et sanctuaires. Les trois grands sont Kinkaku-ji, le Pavillon d'or, recouvert de feuille d'or et meilleur à la lumière du matin ; Kiyomizu-dera, la scène en bois sur les collines orientales avec les allées de Higashiyama, Sannenzaka et Ninenzaka en dessous ; et les portiques de Fushimi Inari. Le château de Nijo a les planchers du rossignol qui grincent contre les intrus, et Ryoan-ji le jardin de pierres. Les temples ouvrent vers 8h00 ou 9h00 et ferment à 17h00, et le bus municipal est lent ; une journée avec un chauffeur ou un guide qui ordonne les arrêts contre les foules fait la différence entre quatre sites et sept.

Le prix comprend tous les droits d'entrée, guide bilingue et guide urbain numérique. Il ne comprend pas nourriture, boissons et pourboires, à prévoir en plus. Tout ce qui est inclus est listé en entier sur cette page ; si quelque chose ne figure pas dans cette liste, considérez que ce n’est pas compris dans le prix.

Le point de rendez-vous et l'heure vous sont envoyés par e-mail dès la confirmation de la réservation. Nous avons besoin d'au moins un jour de préavis et nous confirmons la date avant de considérer votre réservation comme définitive. Si la date ne peut pas être confirmée, nous vous le disons et vous remboursons plutôt que de vous laisser attendre.

Inclus

  • Tous les droits d'entrée
  • Guide bilingue
  • Guide urbain numérique

Non inclus

  • Nourriture
  • Boissons
  • Pourboires

Informations importantes

Point de rendez-vous

Kyoto Fun sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

À savoir avant de partir

  • Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant le début de l'activité

À propos de cette activité

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Avis des voyageurs

4.9/5
based on 33 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Wendy
June 2, 2026

We meet Phillipe and 2 others in the party. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the stories about the places. It rained the whole time but we had umbrellas and so much to see. We found it really interesting and Phillippe was able to add to the tour with lots of knowledge and a clear love of Japan and the area. Beautiful spiritual places. 😊

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Willie
April 27, 2026

This was an excellent guided tour with Niall, he was full of information for us as we walked around the area seeing some amazing sights. Willie & Brenda

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Margaret
April 1, 2026

Kevin M was just right for us. He brought knowledge of culture, history and language to his curation of our walk. It rained today, which is not a problem (perhaps a value add) with an umbrella. I felt like our guide brought his grounded presence to our tour. Bravo!

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Mark
April 25, 2026

This was a perfect Kyoto tour. Kevin was intelligent and very knowledgeable. We felt we learned more about Kyoto and the culture and customs of Japan than perhaps any other tour we have taken. Outstanding!

5
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Vanessa
March 26, 2026

This tour was wonderful. At first, we thought we were unlucky as we had a very rainy day, however this allowed us to enjoy the Silver Pavilion gardens, pretty much for ourselves. We were lucky to have Phillip as our guide this day as well as he is very well versed with Kyoto history and Zen Buddhism. I highly recommend this tour.

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Eric
January 2, 2026

Kevin was super knowledgeable, personable and fun. We learned so much about Kyoto history and Japanese culture. He also gave great recommendations!

5
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Marie
November 17, 2025

Excellent Kevin was 10/10 Pity I had to pay extra $ a lot

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Lisa
April 18, 2025

Loved Craig’s knowledge, easy going approach and sheer pleasure in sharing Kyoto with us. Having lived here for 13 years, he is a committed local but it was so easy for us to ask him lots of questions because he spoke English. It meant we learnt so much more on this gorgeous walk. Totally worth every cent and every step.

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Rebecca
April 12, 2025

Kevin was an excellent guide. He provided us with a lot of new information about the location, the history of Japan and the philosopher’s path. He was excellent at keeping his pace to ours. The philosopher’s Way is a fascinating walk and the information that Kevin gave us increased our appreciation of our time in this area.

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Jacqui
October 26, 2024

We really enjoyed the tour and Kevin's knowledge of Kyoto's history, and the history of its temples. It was a pleasant walk, with natural scenery and without large crowds. Definitely recommend to anyone interested in experiencing the history and beauty of Kyoto.

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Jacqueline
October 2, 2025

We loved this tour! Very relaxed pace, which we really appreciated. Lots of time to take everything in. Kevin was an outstanding host. He had fantastic knowledge of not just what we saw, but the history and culture of Japan. Also wonderful to see things most tourists miss. We hardly saw anyone else about, which was fantastic.

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Margaret
April 12, 2025

Kevin did a great job leading us on a beautiful and informing walk on the Sacred Pathways tour. Kevin was well versed on many topics and easily answered any questions we had. In addition, he seemed interested in who we were and engaged us in conversation. We went slow enough to get some amazing photos along the way. We never would have found all these spots on our own and would highly recommend a guided tour.

Questions fréquentes

Kyoto Fun sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover food, drinks and gratuities. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Tous les droits d'entrée, Guide bilingue, Guide urbain numérique
The duration of the Chemins sacrés : découvrez le chemin du philosophe à Kyoto is typically 4 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, or mid-to-late November for peak autumn foliage. Kyoto sits in a basin and runs hotter in summer and colder in winter than Tokyo, even at a similar latitude. Full month-by-month figures are in our best time to visit Kyoto guide.
Kyoto never built an extensive subway — just two lines (Karasuma and Tozai) — so the city bus network does most of the work, especially for Higashiyama, Kinkaku-ji and Ginkakuji. Fushimi Inari and Arashiyama are best reached by JR rail instead. See getting around Kyoto.
Three days covers the essentials well: a day for Higashiyama and Gion, a day for Arashiyama and Kinkaku-ji, and a day for Fushimi Inari plus a Nara or Uji day trip. Our 3-day Kyoto itinerary has the full route with timing.
Arrive by 6:30-7am — the shrine is open 24/7 and free, and most visitors only walk the first 20-30 minutes anyway. Past that point the crowds thin out fast. Full hike details in our Fushimi Inari guide.
Yes — it's a public path with no entrance fee and no set hours. The trade-off is that it gets shoulder-to-shoulder by mid-morning; arrive before 8am for a nearly empty walk. See the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest guide.
Kyoto restricts photography on certain private alleys in Gion after complaints about tourists chasing and blocking geiko and maiko, with fines for violators. Public streets like Hanamikoji-dori remain open, but never chase, touch or block a real geiko/maiko anywhere. Full etiquette in our Gion geisha district guide.
Yudofu (simmered tofu, best near Nanzen-ji or Arashiyama), kaiseki and shojin ryori temple cuisine, and Nishiki Market's stalls of tako tamago and fresh yuba. Uji, just south of the city, is one of Japan's top matcha-growing regions. See the Kyoto food guide.
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