Half day in Magical Kyoto Half day
4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!
$138.6 per person
4 hours
(438)
Hi, I’m Esteban
Hi, I’m Esteban
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 4 years
I speak English, Spanish, Japanese
I am Contractor
Hey there! I'm Esteban, your friendly neighborhood host here in Kyoto. What I adore most about Kyoto is its unique blend of big-city energy and small-town charm. From the vibrant festivals that light up the streets to the tranquil moments by the river, there's always something magical happening here. One of my favorite pastimes is cruising past the river on my bicycle, soaking in the beauty that surrounds me. And with my deep knowledge of Kyoto's layout, navigating through the bustling streets or finding a cozy spot in Kiyomizu area or Gion is second nature to me. I thrive on exploring the hidden gems of this enchanting city, where the past meets the present in the most delightful ways. So whether you're here for the first time or the hundredth, let me be your host in this captivating city. I promise that every moment in Kyoto will be an adventure waiting to unfold!
My knowledge & interests
IT
Street food
Local cuisine
Food markets
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Political history
Social history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Department stores
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Second-hand markets
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(18)
My reviews
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He knew tons of lore and small facts that traveling on our own we would not have learned. He read our notes and tailored it accordingly making it a positive experience for all. We were lucky to have him! Highly recommend this tour!
June 2024
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I traveled to Japan for a few days as a vacation with my 8 year old son. We had never visited Japan, and we were very excited to experience Kyoto. Estaben was a great host, helping bridging East and West. He has an amazing story moving to Kyoto and learning Japanese. He was a a great guide, showing us many parts of Kyoto in just a few hours. He was friendly to me and my son. We had great conversation about Japan. He also showed us some off the beaten path areas. Overall, great trip to this bucket-list city!
June 2024
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Had a fantastic tour of Kyoto with our local guide. The day was basically tailored to our likes and desires, and our guide was great. He provided lots of special insight and information for the sites we visited that we would never have discovered on our own. Extremely personable and entertaining. Highly recommend this tour as a way to get to know Kyoto.
June 2024
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Jose was seriously an amazing tour guide. We could not have asked for anyone better to take us around Kyoto. He knew so much about the history of the city as well as the culture. He was such a sweetheart and was so well prepared to answer all of our questions. He was so much fun as well. He can also speak fluent Japanese, english and Spanish which was very impressive. He educated us so much on the history of Kyoto and Japan and we strongly recommend him to anyone looking for a great and fun tour guide :)
June 2024