Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)

Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)

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10h
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Multiple languages

Overview

Experience the cultural essence of Japan’s two most historic cities, Kyoto and Nara, all in one day from Osaka.

This tour offers two thoughtfully designed routes to match your travel style:

• ★ Kyoto & Nara + Fushimi Inari ★ • (Mon, Wed, Fri)
Destination: Kasugataisha Shrine, Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Byodoin Temple, Uji Omotesando, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha

• ★ Kyoto & Nara + Arashiyama ★ • (Tue, Thu, Sat)
Destination: Kasuga Taisha, Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, Wakakusayama, Nishiki Market, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Arashiyama (Bamboo Forest, Nonomiya Shrine & Togetsukyo Bridge)

Both adventures begin with a hassle-free departure from Tsurutontan Soemoncho at 8:00 AM, reaching first destination at 9:00 AM and returning back to Tsurutontan Soemoncho at 6:00 PM.

These tours are designed to let you experience the charms of Nara and Kyoto most efficiently, encompassing everything from quick spot visits and leisurely walks to gourmet food and historical exploration.

Activity location

Kasugataisha Shrine
- Nara Prefecture
- Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tsurutontan Soemoncho
- 17 3
- 542-0084, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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Kyoto & Nara + Fushimi Inari

10h
English

Destination: Kasugataisha Shrine, Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Byodoin Temple, Uji Omotesando, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00am

Price details

$55.17 x 1 Adult$55.17

Total

Until Tue, Oct 28

What's included, what's not

English & Korean Speaking Guide
Transportation
Meals
Optional Admission Fees and Activity Charges
Travelers Insurance
Other Personal Expenses

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In compliance with Japanese law, vehicles cannot operate for more than 10 hours. The tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on real-time conditions.
Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.
The stay time for each spot may depend on the season and on-site situation.
Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller.
Infant is free of charge, no seat available.
Not wheelchair accessible
Optional Main Hall Admission: Byodoin Temple 700Yen, Kiyomizu-dera Temple 500Yen, Todaiji Temple 800Yen

Activity itinerary

Kasugataisha Shrine

A sacred Shinto shrine adorned with hundreds of stone and bronze lanterns.

Nara Park

One of Japan’s most famous landmarks, known for its vast green spaces, historical temples, and freely roaming deer.

Todai-ji Temple

30m
Admission ticket not included

Place where the awe-inspiring Great Buddha, one of Japan’s largest bronze statues, resides inside a massive wooden hall.

Wakakusayama Hill (Pass by)

[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] This gentle grassy hill behind Nara Park offers panoramic views of Nara City and its major landmarks, including the great roof of Todai-ji. It’s an ideal short hike with scenic rewards.

Byodoin Temple

40m
Admission ticket not included

[★ Fushimi Inari Course ★ ] A masterpiece of Buddhist architecture and the iconic image on the Japanese 10-yen coin. Admire its golden Phoenix Hall reflecting over the tranquil pond

Byodoin Omotesando

[★ Fushimi Inari Course ★ ] A charming street lined with traditional tea houses. Here, you can enjoy a leisurely lunch at your own expense and indulge in Uji’s renowned Matcha treats. (Include own expense lunch time).

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1h 20m

[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” Nishiki Market is a lively, narrow street filled with over a hundred stalls selling fresh seafood, local snacks, and Kyoto specialties — perfect for food lovers.

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

[★ Fushimi Inari Course ★ ] Famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates winding up Mount Inari. As you walk through this mystical pathway, experience the sacred atmosphere that has drawn worshippers and travelers for centuries.

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

1h 30m
Admission ticket not included

A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its grand wooden stage that offers panoramic views over Kyoto. Take in the seasonal beauty of cherry blossoms in spring or vibrant maple leaves in autumn as you wander through the temple grounds.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Step into a world of tranquility as you stroll through this iconic bamboo forest, where tall, green stalks stretch high into the sky. The sunlight filters through the dense bamboo canopy, creating shifting patterns of light and shadow on the path. The quiet rustle of leaves and the subtle creaking of the bamboo in the wind create a calming soundscape that feels far removed from the city. It’s not just a walk—it’s an experience that feels otherworldly.

Nonomiya Shrine

[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Tucked within the forest near the bamboo grove, Nonomiya Shrine is a small but spiritually significant Shinto shrine with a history dating back over a thousand years. It was once used as a purification site for imperial princesses before they entered service at Ise Grand Shrine. The shrine is surrounded by ancient moss-covered trees, low wooden fences, and sacred stones believed to bring good fortune, especially in love and relationships. Its peaceful, tucked-away location makes it a quiet spiritual retreat.

Togetsukyo Bridge

[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Spanning the Katsura River, Togetsukyo Bridge ("Moon Crossing Bridge") is one of Arashiyama’s most famous landmarks. Originally built in the Heian period and later reconstructed in wood, the bridge offers panoramic views of the surrounding hillsides, which explode into color in autumn. From the bridge, you can see boats gently floating down the river and possibly even spot monkeys from the nearby Iwatayama Monkey Park. Whether viewed from afar or walked across slowly, the bridge is a perfect photo spot.

Location

Activity location

Kasugataisha Shrine
- Nara Prefecture
- Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tsurutontan Soemoncho
- 17 3
- 542-0084, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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