Kyoto & Nara Private Customised Tour with English Speaking Guide
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Overview
Discover Kyoto and Nara on a private family tour. Walk through Arashiyama's Bamboo Grove, enjoy a hands-on origami experience, and feed the deer at Nara Park.
Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kyoto, Osaka or Nara by your English-speaking driver-guide. Then head straight to Kyoto's tranquil outskirts for a walk through Arashiyama's Bamboo Grove, where kids can spot monkeys and explore scenic riverside paths.
Continue on to Fushimi Inari Shrine, with its iconic red gates winding up the forested hills - an exciting and walkable adventure. Then enjoy a casual local sweets tasting at a lesser-known Kyoto shop loved by families.
After lunch, journey to Nara, where you can free-roaming deer of Nara Park - always a hit for families.
Throughout the trip, the pace is set around you - whether you need rest breaks, snack stops, or extra time at favourite spots. This tour isn't built for large groups or tight schedules. It's built for you.
Activity location
- Nara Park
- 469 Zoshicho,
- 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Osaka Station
- 1 1
- 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan
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What's included, what's not
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
Know before you book
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Transport options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Activity itinerary
Nara Park
- 1h
Nara Park is famous for the 1,200 or so wild deer that live freely within the park. Within Nara Park you will find the Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Originated from Kinshozan-ji Temple, which was built in 728 (the 5th year of the Jinki era) to mourn the death of Emperor Shomu's crown prince, Imperial Prince Motoi. Although the present reconstruction of 1692 is only two-thirds of the original temple hall's size, Daibutsuden (Big Buddha Hall), Todaiji's main hall, is one of the biggest wooden structures in the world. The 15 metres tall, seated Buddha represents Vairocana and is flanked by two Bodhisattvas, is residing in this temple.
Read more about - Full Day Excursion: Kyoto and Nara Highlights from Kyoto/Osaka - https://www.viator.com/tours/Osaka/Day-Trip-by-Bus-to-Kyoto-and-Nara-from-Osaka/d333-20415P6?mcid=56757
Arashiyama
- 1h
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 travellers who choose the lunch option, savour a delicious meal at "Kyoto Wasabi," a historic Kyoto townhouse with a rich legacy of over 120 years. Delight in an exquisite Kyoto traditional meal set featuring Kyoto pork and tofu shabu-shabu, a classic Japanese hot pot dish with thinly sliced pork cooked in a flavourful broth. (50 mins) For travellers 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.
Todai-ji Temple
- 1h
- Admission ticket not included
Tōdai-ji is a Buddhist temple located in Nara, Japan. It was founded in the early 8th century during the Nara period and is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples. The temple's main hall, known as the Daibutsuden, is one of the largest wooden buildings in the world, and houses a giant bronze statue of the Buddha known as the Daibutsu or Great Buddha. The statue is over 15 metres tall and weighs around 500 tonnes, making it one of the largest bronze statues in the world. Tōdai-ji also features a number of other important structures, including the Hokke-do Hall, which houses important Buddhist scriptures, and the Nigatsu-do Hall, which is known for its beautiful views of Nara city. The temple is surrounded by a large park, which is home to many wild sika deer, which are considered sacred in Japanese culture. Visitors can feed and interact with the deer in the park.
Tenryuji Temple
- 30m
- Admission ticket not included
Located in the Arashiyama area of Kyoto, Tenryu-ji Temple is one of the five great temples of Kyoto. Make a stop at this sprawling Zen temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates from the 14th century, to experience its traditional Japanese landscape garden.
Kinkakuji Temple
- 40m
- Admission ticket not included
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.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
- 1h
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 endeavours.
Location
Activity location
- Nara Park
- 469 Zoshicho,
- 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Osaka Station
- 1 1
- 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan
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