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    Matcha and Byodoin Kyoto Private Tour

    By 株式会社357観光Product code 5571523P33
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    Duration

    8 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

    8 hoursMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Uji is a relaxed and culturally rich day trip close to Kyoto, known for matcha, riverside scenery, historic temples, and a calmer atmosphere than central Kyoto. It is ideal for travelers who want a slower day with tea culture, light walking, and flexible private transport. This is a self-guided private car day trip. Your driver handles transport from your Kyoto hotel to Uji and between practical pickup points, while you explore independently. The route can be kept very relaxed or paired with additional nearby areas, depending on guest interest and pacing.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Kyoto accommodation pickup and drop-off

    Other

    Professional driver

    Other

    Private green-plate vehicle (Commercially Licensed)

    Not included

    Other

    Formal Guiding

    Other

    Meals and drinks

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup details

    Pickup available
    Custom traveler pickup may be available

    Itinerary

    Standard8 hours
    1

    Stop 1

    1 hour 30 minutes

    Travelers can visit Uji’s most famous temple, known for the Phoenix Hall and its reflection pond. Guests explore independently and may also visit the museum if they wish.

    2

    Stop 2

    45 minutes

    Travelers can enjoy a relaxed riverside walk, take photos, and experience Uji’s slower atmosphere. This is a good light walking stop between temple and tea areas.

    3

    Stop 3

    1 hour

    Travelers can walk along Uji’s tea shop street, browse matcha products, sweets, and cafes, and choose their own tea break or lunch. This is one of the main reasons travelers visit Uji.

    4

    Stop 4

    45 minutes

    Travelers can visit a quiet shrine area near the river, often paired with Byodoin and the riverside walk. It is a calm cultural stop with lighter crowds.

    5

    Stop 5

    1 hour

    If time allows, travelers may add a short final stop on the way back to Kyoto, such as Fushimi or another nearby area. This depends on traffic and the pace of the Uji visit.

    Additional Info

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Pets Welcome

    Service animals allowed

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infant Seats Available

    Specialized infant seats are available

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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