Evening food tour in Kyoto’s geisha district Gion
Description
Travel back in time and step into the enchanting world of old Kyoto on this unforgettable walking tour through the city’s most iconic and historic geisha districts, Gion and Shirakawa. This walking tour will take you to the most iconic and photogenic areas of Japan. Wander through charming cobblestone streets lined with traditional teahouses and softly glowing lanterns, soaking in the atmosphere of Japan's rich cultural heritage. Along the way, you’ll enjoy delightful local bites and discover hidden alleyways to get a view of the daily life and history of this world-famous city. Learn captivating stories of the mysterious geisha and their traditions, gaining rare insights into their world as you stroll through these picturesque neighbourhoods. The experience culminates with an exquisite kaiseki dinner—Kyoto’s most refined cuisine—a multi-course celebration of seasonal flavours, blending the best of Japanese and international influences. This luxurious dining experience is the perfect finale for a day of exploration and is a must-do for anyone visiting Kyoto. Indulge in the beauty, history, and flavours of Japan on this one-of-a-kind tour!
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Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
