From Osaka-Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1Day Bus Tour | 10 hours to 11 hours

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No Meal / Kyoto 9:00 Meet up
2 Adults x $71.40
$142.80
Approx Total
$142.80
No Meal / Osaka 7:50 Meet up
2 Adults x $71.40
$142.80
Approx Total
$142.80
Beef Shabu / Osaka 7:50 Meetup
2 Adults x $90.87
$181.74
Approx Total
$181.74

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • English or Chinese Speaking Guide
  • Entrance fee to Kinkakuji temple
  • Optional
  • Hotel Pick up / Drop off
  • Entrance fee to Todaiji temple (Optional)

Overview

Begin your day from VIP Lounge in Osaka or Kyoto. Your journey starts in Nara, Japan's ancient capital. Explore Nara Park, where friendly, free-roaming deer welcome you, embodying the city's charm. Stroll through this historic park before visiting Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the 15-meter-tall Great Buddha statue in the worldā€™s largest wooden structure. Next, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Walk amidst towering bamboo stalks and enjoy the calming atmosphere as sunlight filters through the trees. Free time for lunch (note that lunch may shift to Fushimi Inari depending on traffic). Continue your exploration at Kinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. Marvel at its gold-leaf exterior and serene garden. Finally, visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates leading up Mount Inari. Each gate represents a prayer to Inari Okami, the deity of prosperity and safety. At dayā€™s end, return to Osaka or Kyoto.

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Itinerary

  • Nara Park

    Nara, Japanā€™s historic capital. Experience the magic of Nara Park, where you can mingle with friendly deer, and visit Todai-ji Temple, the largest wooden structure in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Be awed by Japanā€™s colossal Buddha statue, towering 15 meters high.

    1 hour 20 minutes

  • Kyoto

    For Travelers Who Have Selected the Lunch Option (Departure from Osaka Only): You will enjoy a delightful Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu, accompanied by an informative explanation of the world-famous Kobe beef, renowned globally for meeting the strictest standards among Japanā€™s three major Wagyu breeds. Its finely textured, tender meat features intricate marbling that melts during cooking, creating a soft, velvety texture that delights the palate. Lunch will be served at Kyoto Shokujidokoro Wasabi, located on the historic grounds of Jurakudai, the site of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's renowned Golden Castle. This traditional townhouse, with a history spanning over 100 years, provides a unique and memorable dining experience. For Travelers Who Have Selected the Lunch Option: 50 minutes for lunch, followed by 60 minutes in Arashiyama. For Travelers Who Have Selected the No Lunch Option: No scheduled activities here, with 120 minutes to explore Arashiyama.

    50 minutes

  • Arashiyama

    Immerse yourself in the enchanting charm of Arashiyama. Visit to the renowned Bamboo Grove, a magical forest of towering green stalks that create a serene and otherworldly atmosphere. Wander through this captivating path, where the light filters through the dense bamboo, creating a unique and tranquil experience. For travelers who choose the no-meal option, you will have a total of 120 minutes in Arashiyama to explore local dining options and enjoy the picturesque surroundings at your own pace. For Travelers Who Have Selected the Lunch Option: Enjoy 50 minutes for lunch at Kyoto Shokujidokoro Wasabi, followed by 60 minutes for Arashiyama.

    2 hours

  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    Fushimi Inari Shrine, a revered Shinto shrine designated as an Important Cultural Property. This iconic shrine is renowned for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates, which create a stunning and immersive tunnel-like pathway up the sacred Mount Inari. As you walk through the gates, youā€™ll pass through a series of shrines, each representing a different aspect of the deity Inari Okami, who is worshipped for prosperity in business, household safety, and success in various endeavors.

    1 hour 20 minutes

  • Kinkakuji Temple

    Visit to Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Golden Pavilion, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its dazzling golden exterior and serene gardens. Your ticket is included!

    40 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour schedule may change without prior notice due to weather, road traffic conditions, and other unforeseen reasons. (There might be delays in returning to the designated location.) The tour schedule may be delayed due to traffic or weather. If the tour is cancelled by the supplier due to bad weather or natural disaster, you will receive a full refund.
  • This tour will depart regardless of weather or traffic conditions, unless you are notified otherwise by the local operator. Trip Advisor / Viator and your local tour operator will not be responsible for itinerary changes due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Depending on the number of participants, English and Chinese commentary might be given in the same bus.
  • Infants under 3 years old are free of charge without seat. If a seat is required, please book with children's price
  • Please be present at the right meeting point 10 minutes before the departure.
  • The bus will be departing on time (no exception).
  • Please adhere to the scheduled time. We are unable to accommodate delays or wait for any reason. The tour will depart promptly as scheduled to respect all customers' time.
  • In case of late arrivals or arrival at wrong location, regardless of contact prior to the departure time, refunds may not be granted.
  • Contact number may not be responsive outside of business hours, 9:30am~6pm JST (MON-SAT)

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  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experienceā€™s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If itā€™s canceled due to poor weather, youā€™ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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108 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    40
  • 4 stars
    15
  • 3 stars
    22
  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 40 reviews with 5 stars

Excellent one day tour

Published on Nov, 2024

Golden Pavilion and Nara park, one breathtaking and another close to wild animals. No worries about traveling and scheduling.

Great Tour with Harry!

Published on Nov, 2024

Harry was wonderful - so friendly & helpful. Knowledgeable & great about answering questions. He even offered extra help with a show for the evening. Four amazing locations in one day with enough time at each one to see a lot. Definitely recommend this tour & most of all - Harry!

Kyoto Nara is a special place

Published on Oct, 2024

It was a great experience seeing the Nara deer! The bamboo forest was beautiful! The shops of Kyoto were special. Wish w had more time there. It was a very rainy day so pack umbrella! Mike - your guide was wonderful!

Love it!!

Published on Jun, 2024

Mike was our guide in this trip. He was very nice and helpful . The most I like itā€™s was to have lunch in a traditional Japanese restaurant. It was a good experience

Great day tour

Published on Mar, 2024

We had a great day, got to see lots of sites in a short time. Our guide Tracy was fantastic ! He was very helpful, explained a lot about the sites we would see and kept us on schedule. Itā€™s a great way to travel to Nara to see the dear as well as many popular sites in Kyoto. Highly recommend!

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