Morning:

• Arrive in Kyoto and check into your hotel.
• Breakfast: Start your day with a traditional Japanese breakfast at Kyoto Station’s Isetan Department Store, where you can enjoy a variety of local dishes like kaiseki (Japanese multi-course meal) or tamago (Japanese omelette).

Mid-Morning:

• Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), one of Kyoto’s most iconic Zen Buddhist temples, surrounded by beautiful gardens.
• Head to Ryoan-ji Temple to see its famous Zen rock garden.

Lunch:

• Enjoy a hearty lunch at Ganko Sushi, where you can savor fresh sushi, sashimi, and Kyoto-style dishes.

Afternoon:

• Explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, one of Kyoto’s most picturesque spots.
• Visit Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site near the bamboo grove.
• Take a boat ride along the Hozu River for scenic views.

Dinner:

• Dine at Kiyamachi Takasegawa, offering traditional Kyoto kaiseki meals in an elegant setting.

Morning:

• Breakfast: Start the day at % Arabica Kyoto, a popular coffee shop known for its excellent coffee and pastries.
• Head to Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of red torii gates leading to the mountain.

Mid-Morning:

• Explore the shrine grounds and hike up the mountain for panoramic views of Kyoto.
• Visit the Fushimi Sake District to learn about the region's sake-making traditions.

Lunch:

• Enjoy lunch at Fushimi Inari Sake House, offering traditional Japanese dishes and sake tastings.

Afternoon:

• Visit Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its beautiful gardens and “nightingale floors” that chirp when walked upon.
• Explore Nishiki Market, Kyoto’s famous food market, offering fresh produce, local sweets, and Kyoto specialties.

Dinner:

• Have dinner at Kaiseki Gion Nanba, offering authentic kaiseki (multi-course meal) in a serene traditional setting.

Morning:

• Breakfast: Visit Inoda Coffee, a traditional Kyoto café offering delicious breakfast sets and coffee.
• Visit Kiyomizu-dera, one of the most famous temples in Kyoto, known for its wooden stage offering stunning views of the city.

Mid-Morning:

• Explore Jishu Shrine within Kiyomizu-dera, dedicated to the deity of love and matchmaking.
• Walk along the historic Higashiyama District, known for its traditional wooden houses, tea shops, and beautiful streets.

Lunch:

• Dine at Yudofu Sagano, a restaurant specializing in yudofu (tofu hot pot), a Kyoto vegetarian delicacy.

Afternoon:

• Explore the Gion District, Kyoto’s famous geisha district, and take a walk through the charming Hanami-koji Street.
• Visit the Yasaka Shrine in Gion and stroll through Maruyama Park.

Dinner:

• Experience Kaiseki dining at Gion Karyo, a restaurant serving exquisite multi-course meals.

Morning:

• Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at Riverside Café, a cozy spot by the river offering Western-style breakfasts.
• Visit Silver Pavilion (Ginkaku-ji), a Zen temple surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Mid-Morning:

• Take a walk along the scenic Philosopher’s Path, a stone path lined with cherry trees, leading to Eikan-do Temple.
• Visit Heian Shrine, known for its large torii gate and beautiful gardens.

Lunch:

• Enjoy a light lunch at Saryo Tsujiri, famous for its matcha-flavored desserts and snacks.

Afternoon:

• Visit the Kyoto Imperial Palace and stroll through its beautiful gardens.
• Spend time exploring the Kyoto National Museum or Kyoto International Manga Museum if time permits.

Evening:

• Enjoy a final dinner at Ganko Kiyamachi, known for its classic Japanese dishes and sushi.
• Depart for the airport or your next destination.