Plan a private visit to one of the most revered temples in Kyoto, the Kiyomizu-Dera. 

You can bypass the crowd and take your time to admire the stunning architecture of the temple, before or after tour bus masses descend. 

Marvel at the towering pillars supporting the building, and be amazed by the fact that not a single nail was used in the construction of this ancient holy site. 

Stop at the Edo-period veranda where pilgrims used to jump off from, and enjoy a panorama that reveals a breathtaking side of Kyoto.