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 $75.23
$150.46
Approx Total
$150.46
No meal Option
Kyoto Departure (9:10 am)
Starting point:
VIP Lounge Kyoto, Japan, 601-8417 Kyoto, Minami Ward, Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, 6番地 1F
No Meal / Osaka (7:50 Meet up)
2 Adults x $75.23
$150.46
Approx Total
$150.46
No meal Option
Osaka Departure (8:00 am)
Starting point:
VIP Villa Namba, 1-chōme-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan
Beef Shabu/Osaka (7:50 Meetup)
2 Adults x $95.75
$191.50
Approx Total
$191.50
Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu Lunch: ※Only Available for Osaka Departure Option
Osaka Departure (8:00 am)
Starting point:
VIP Villa Namba, 1-chōme-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan

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 world’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 day’s end, return to Osaka or Kyoto.

Itinerary

  • Nara Park

    Nara, Japan’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 Japan’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 Japan’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, you’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 adult’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)
  • Please check the photo in the product page & scan the QR code for the meeting point reference.

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

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  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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3.5

112 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    42
  • 4 stars
    16
  • 3 stars
    22
  • 2 stars
    15
  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 42 reviews with 5 stars

Highly recommend!!! 3 days worth of sightseeing done in 1 day!

Published on May, 2025

This is a must to do if you don’t want the hassle of planning a day trip. The tour was on a very strict schedule. So keep that in mind. It was very fast paced! No time to shop or sight see on your own. First stop, Nara Deer Park. Cute deer and then you can head towards the shrine to see the Buddha statue. You need to purchase ticket for that. ¥800. Not overly crowded here. Second stop, (if purchased, highly recommend, shabu shabu lunch). DELICIOUS!!! Next stop, Bamboo Forest. OMG!!! Crowded streets, pathway and everywhere else. Couldn’t walk without bumping into everyone there. Nothing really special here. Could have skipped this and maybe offered to see something better. Next stop, the golden temple. We only had 40 minutes there. So quickly take your picture of the Kinaku temple. One way traffic. This is where you can get the matcha soft serve ice cream before getting back on bus. We had 20 minutes to spare so we were able to enjoy our ice cream. Last stop, Fushimi Inari-taisha. Wow! Beautiful!!! Again, overcrowded and lots to see with limited time. The trip has lots of walking so be prepared. Overall, great experience. Just prepare yourself for the crowds. We were there on May 4, 2025, and Veggie Lin was our tour guide and she was great!

Great day, great food, great guide (Harry)

Published on Apr, 2025

Although was a busy day with walking and time frames my guide (Harry) was nice, polite and very informative in regards to History. I liked that Harry gave us his whatsapp on the bus and any questions we had he responded ASAP. Best guide and the tour allowed for just the right amount of time at each location. I opted for lunch and the lunch was so nice and a great cultural experience. I do wish that I had more time at the Bamboo Forest, but happy I choose the lunch option.

Awesome trip with lunch

Published on Mar, 2025

Great overall experience with the service and lunch offerings. The trip was completely comfortable and a great value.

We had a very full day -...

Published on Mar, 2025

We had a very full day - despite quite heavy rain at Miyajima. The history of Hiroshima was very interesting and painful .Our guide Masa was perfect and gave us a lot of insights in Japanese culture.

Not one to miss

Published on Feb, 2025

We wanted to see Arashiyama , Fushimi Inari Taisha and Nara Park all in one day . If visiting Osaka for a short time , this is a great day tour to visit all 3 places . It was a seamless trip with Gary as our tour guide . Very knowledgeable and organized with details . Would recommend him as a guide if booking this tour .

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