3 Hour Private Bar Hopping Experience at Kyoto City

Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife offers a unique opportunity to explore the city’s distinct drinking culture. This 3-hour private bar hopping experience promises an immersive journey through a curated selection of local bars and pubs, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. Participants can savor Japanese snacks as souvenirs and enjoy a personalized adventure in the heart of the city. With a convenient pickup and drop-off location, this highly-rated experience provides a thoughtful and intimate way to discover Kyoto’s nightlife. But what makes this tour truly exceptional…

This experience made our list of the 20 Best 3 Hour Tours and Experiences in Kyoto.

Key Points

• Comprehensive 3-hour private bar hopping tour exploring Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife and unique drinking culture, with a curated selection of local bars and pubs.
• Convenient pickup and drop-off at the centrally located Kyoto Kawaramachi Garden, allowing easy access to the tour.
• Inclusion of traditional Japanese snacks (Dagashi) as souvenirs, providing an authentic cultural experience.
• Personalized and intimate group setting, with a private tour guide, ensuring a tailored and immersive exploration of Kyoto’s nightlife.
• Flexible cancellation policy, with full refunds available for cancellations up to 24 hours prior, and option to rebook on an alternative date if the minimum number of travelers is not met.

Overview of the Experience

This 3-hour private bar hopping experience allows visitors to explore Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife, guiding them through a curated selection of local bars and pubs.

With a rating of 5.0 based on 2 reviews, this tour promises an engaging and memorable outing.

Participants will be picked up and dropped off at the Kyoto Kawaramachi Garden, ensuring a seamless start and finish to the experience.

Along the way, they’ll receive traditional Japanese snacks (dagashi) as souvenirs to take home.

While the cost of food and beverages isn’t included, the average expenditure is estimated at 8,000 yen.

This private tour ensures a personalized experience, with only the participant’s group participating.

Meeting and Pickup Details

The meeting point for this 3-hour private bar hopping experience is the Kyoto Kawaramachi Garden, where you will be picked up.

The tour will end back at the same meeting point.

This convenient location in the heart of Kyoto makes it easy for guests to start and finish their bar-hopping adventure.

From the Kawaramachi Garden, the group will set out to explore Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife, visiting several local bars and seeing the city’s unique drinking culture.

With the meeting and pickup logistics taken care of, participants can focus on enjoying the lively atmosphere and sampling the diverse array of beverages and snacks that Kyoto has to offer.

Inclusion and Pricing

The private bar hopping experience includes Japanese snacks (Dagashi) as souvenirs for participants, though the price of food and beverages during the tour is not covered, with an average cost of 8,000 yen expected.

Inclusions	Exclusions
Japanese snacks (Dagashi)	Food and beverages
Souvenirs	Transportation
Guided tour	Entry fees
Private experience	Tips

The tour operator provides the Japanese snacks as a thoughtful way to immerse guests in the local culture. Participants can expect to pay around 8,000 yen on average for food and drinks during the 3-hour bar hopping adventure in Kyoto City.

Confirmation and Accessibility

Confirmation is provided at the time of booking for the 3-hour private bar hopping experience in Kyoto City.

The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but it’s located near public transportation, allowing most travelers to participate.

Guests will meet at the Kyoto Kawaramachi Garden and end their experience at the same location.

This private tour ensures your group will be the only participants, providing a personalized and intimate bar hopping adventure through Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife.

With a wide range of bars and pubs to explore, you’ll discover the city’s unique drinking culture and learn about the local atmosphere.

Transportation and Participation

As the experience isn’t wheelchair accessible, individuals with mobility challenges should consider their ability to participate.

The tour is conveniently located near public transportation, making it accessible for most travelers.

Group size is limited to ensure a personalized bar hopping adventure through Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife.

Participants will join a private group, exploring the city’s bars and sampling local snacks.

The tour provides a unique opportunity to take in Kyoto’s lively nightlife, meeting new people and discovering hidden gems.

With the average cost of food and beverages estimated at 8,000 yen, guests can indulge in the authentic flavors of the city.

Cancellation Policy

Guests can cancel their reservation up to 24 hours prior to the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour aren’t eligible for a refund. Plus, any changes requested within 24 hours of the start time won’t be accepted. This policy ensures fairness and allows the tour operator to plan effectively.

There is a minimum number of travelers required for the tour to proceed. If this minimum isn’t met, the tour may be canceled, and guests will receive a full refund or the opportunity to rebook on an alternative date. This flexibility allows the operator to provide a high-quality experience while respecting guests’ schedules.

Refunds and Alternatives

Travelers can receive a full refund if they cancel their reservation up to 24 hours before the tour’s start time. However, cancellations made within 24 hours aren’t eligible for a refund. Similarly, any changes requested less than 24 hours prior to the start time won’t be accepted. This policy ensures that the tour operator can effectively manage their schedule and resources.

If the minimum number of travelers required for the tour isn’t met, the operator will either provide an alternative date or experience, or issue a full refund. This flexibility allows travelers to plan their Kyoto city adventure with confidence, knowing that their experience is guaranteed.

Group Size Requirements

The tour requires a minimum number of travelers to operate, ensuring an engaging and enjoyable experience for all participants.

This private bar hopping experience in Kyoto City is designed for a small group setting, with only your group participating. The tour operator has set a minimum requirement to ensure the tour runs smoothly and provides a personalized experience.

If the minimum number of travelers isn’t met, the tour may be canceled, and you will receive a full refund or the opportunity to reschedule for an alternative date.

The intimate group size allows for more interaction with the local guides and a deeper exploration of Kyoto’s vibrant bar scene.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Type of Alcoholic Drinks Are Included?

The tour doesn’t include any alcoholic drinks. It’s a private bar hopping experience, so you will need to purchase their own alcoholic beverages at the bars visited during the 3-hour tour.

Is the Tour Guide Fluent in English?

The tour guide is fluent in English, allowing for clear communication throughout the experience. This ensures participants can fully engage and understand the local insights provided during the private bar hopping tour.

Can I Bring My Own Snacks and Drinks?

No, bringing your own snacks and drinks is not allowed on this private tour. The tour includes Japanese snacks as souvenirs, but the price of food and beverages during the bar hopping experience is not included in the tour cost.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for Participants?

According to the information provided, there are no age restrictions for participants on this private tour. The experience is suitable for most travelers, though it may not be wheelchair accessible.

What Is the Dress Code for the Bar Hopping Experience?

There is no specified dress code for the bar hopping experience. Participants can wear comfortable, casual attire suitable for a night out exploring local bars and trying Japanese snacks. The focus is on enjoying the experience, not on adhering to a particular dress code.

Recap

This 3-hour private bar hopping experience in Kyoto offers an immersive exploration of the city’s vibrant nightlife.

Participants can discover a curated selection of local bars and pubs, accompanied by a guide who provides insights into Kyoto’s unique drinking culture.

With convenient pickup and drop-off, this personalized experience allows for a thoughtful and intimate adventure in the heart of the city.