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Top 24 Things to do in Kyoto, Japan

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#1Full-Day Bus Tour to Kyoto, Nara & Kobe

Take a journey through the wonders of ancient and modern Japan with a day trip that shows you the historic cities of Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe. With destinations...

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C$123
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Full-Day Bus Tour to Kyoto, Nara & Kobe

#2Kyoto Morning Tour

Wander through the royal gardens and majestic interiors of Kyoto’s famous castles and palaces. Get a glimpse of the historic lifestyles of imperial Kyoto on ...

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C$87
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Kyoto Morning Tour

#3Private Japanese Small Katana Forging Experience

Forge your very own Japanese kogatana (small blade) with an artisan swordsmith. Learn about the traditional blade-forging process, which uses the same materi...

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#4Full-Day Bus Tour to Kyoto with Fushimi Inari&Maiko Meeting

On this full-day bus excursion, get acquainted with Kyoto's cultural landmarks, Fushimi Inari. During a delicious lunch in the famous Gion district, also get...

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C$184
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Full-Day Bus Tour to Kyoto with Fushimi Inari&Maiko Meeting

#5Kyoto - City of Culture Small Group Afternoon Tour

Reflect on the culturally rich history of Kyoto – Japan's capital for more than 1,000 years – on this relaxed, guided stroll through the city. Gaze at the re...

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Kyoto - City of Culture Small Group Afternoon Tour

#6Kyoto & Nara 1-Day Tour

Explore the must-see sights of history-rich Kyoto, including the spectacular Nijo Castle, eminent Kinkaku-ji and grand Kyoto Imperial Palace. In the afternoo...

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C$192
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Kyoto & Nara 1-Day Tour

#7Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in Central Kyoto

Our Izakaya Cooking Class is a great way to immerse yourself in Japanese dining culture as well as learn authentic and popular Japanese foods that are eaten ...

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C$96
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Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in Central Kyoto

#8Customisable Tour of Kyoto by Private Car

Fall head over heels for the former Imperial capital of Japan during this fully customisable tour. A private guide ushers you to sites throughout the city, a...

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C$79
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Customisable Tour of Kyoto by Private Car

#9Kyoto Perfect Tour: 1day bus tour

Discover the 3 World Heritage listed sites (Kiyomizu temple, Tenrryuji temple and Kinkakuji Temple) in Kyoto. Besides, we will visit 2 popular spots: Fushimi...

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C$172
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Kyoto Perfect Tour: 1day bus tour

#10Nara Afternoon Tour

Embark on an afternoon trip from Kyoto to the neighbouring city of Nara, where you explore a temple that contains Japan's largest Buddha. Tame deer greet you...

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C$95
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Nara Afternoon Tour

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Things To Do In Kyoto

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  • Kyoto is popular among sightseers similar to yourself. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to learn about local culture and explore the best things to do, and a good amount of them can't wait to come back. The top things to do can catch the curiosity of even well-versed globetrotters, and one look at our list explains why. Our list includes an impressive range of entertainment and excitement. From one-of-a kind ways to discover the best this area has to give like a Kinkaku-ji, Ginkaku-ji & Kiyomizu-dera Temple Tour to food and wine tours like Scholar-Led Nishiki Market Walking Tour, there are loads of selections to choose from when you browse the finest tours here at Expedia Canada.

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