Kyoto Food & Drink Tour with a Local: Private Custom Izakaya Experience
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About This Tour in Kyoto
Why Visit Kyoto?
Kyoto is Japan's cultural heart, home to thousands of temples and traditional gardens. Explore historic districts, visit serene temples, and experience traditional geisha culture. Kyoto offers a glimpse into traditional Japan with stunning beauty and rich heritage.
Getting to Kyoto
The easiest way to reach Kyoto is by flying into Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM). The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.
What's Included
- Private and personalized experience
- 3 hours with a Local Host
- 1 drink & 2 dishes or 2 drinks & 1 dish at each bar
- Seating charges (table charge-like fees)
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks other than the ones included in the list above
- Drinks that cost more than 1000 yen each
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Join your host and experience Kyoto’s unique bar-hopping nightlife in Gion IMPORTANT: As this(The host will be waiting in front of the shop, under the roof covered area) After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
End Point
Head to a tachinomiya, the unique street-side standing bars for a final drink with your host before the train home (how very local of you) - the best ones(The host will be waiting in front of the shop, under the roof covered area) After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Join your host and experience Kyoto’s unique bar-hopping...
Join your host and experience Kyoto’s unique bar-hopping nightlife in Gion IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Try a couple of the city’s most unique...
Try a couple of the city’s most unique drinking houses like Kyotomi, known as izakaya where you’ll sip drinks and nibble nibbles IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Enjoy a few beers and taste the sake...
Enjoy a few beers and taste the sake that Kyoto is famous for, in cool local spots like Gion Manzara IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Order small plates of bar snacks and try...
Order small plates of bar snacks and try the dishes that go hand-in-hand with drinking in izakaya - we’d recommend gyoza and yakitori at Shouan, but the world is your oyster! IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Head to a tachinomiya, the unique street-side standing...
Head to a tachinomiya, the unique street-side standing bars for a final drink with your host before the train home (how very local of you) - the best ones are hidden near Gion Station would you believe! IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
Click the "Book Now" button on this page to complete your reservation through Viator's secure booking platform. You'll receive instant confirmation via email.
Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.