Kyoto
The ancient capital where tradition breathes in every temple and teahouse.
Kyoto is Japan's cultural heart—home to 2,000 temples, 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites, and traditions that have remained unbroken for over a millennium. Here, geishas still glide through lantern-lit streets and tea ceremonies unfold with the precision of centuries.
March-May (cherry blossoms), October-November (autumn leaves)
4-5 nights recommended
Culture Seekers, Photography Enthusiasts, Spiritual Travelers
Ryokans & Hidden Retreats
Traditional inns where service is an art form.
Aman Kyoto
Forest sanctuary with onsen
- Secret garden
- Private onsen
- Kaiseki dining
Hoshinoya Kyoto
Accessible only by boat
- River arrival
- Tatami suites
- Incense workshops
Tawaraya Ryokan
Three centuries of hospitality
- Historic rooms
- Garden views
- Legendary service
Kaiseki & Tea
- Multi-course kaiseki poetry
- Private tea ceremony with a master
- Nishiki Market exploration
- Sake tasting in a 300-year-old brewery
Temple Dawn
- Fushimi Inari at 5am—ten thousand torii in solitude
- Arashiyama bamboo grove before the crowds
- Zen meditation at a private temple
- Geisha district at twilight
Aurelle Signature Moments
Intimate encounters with art, cuisine, and history—each experience personally arranged by your Aurelle advisor.
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