From Kyoto’s iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine to the welcoming deer of Nara, set out on a full-day discovery of Japan’s 2 cultural gems. With a small group and expert guide, explore sacred temples, encounter roaming deer, and uncover Kyoto & Nara’s enduring history.
Kyoto & Nara Tour from Osaka – Small Group
Summary Description
Highlights
- Walk through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and the Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Admire the dazzling Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple) reflected in its pond
- Travel in a small group with the insights of a knowledgeable local guide
- Stand before the awe-inspiring Great Buddha of Todai-ji Temple
- Meet the gentle, free-roaming deer of Nara Park
- Enjoy a bus pick-up from Osaka and return by train at the end of your tour
Description
Spend a full day uncovering the beauty of Japan’s 2 cultural capitals with our Kyoto & Nara Tour from Osaka – Small Group. In Kyoto, wander beneath the endless vermilion gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine, lose yourself in the whispering stalks of Arashiyama’s Bamboo Grove, and admire the Golden Pavilion shimmering across its pond. Then continue on to Nara, where friendly deer greet you in the park and the colossal Great Buddha awaits inside Todai-ji Temple. With an expert guide leading the way in an intimate small-group setting, you’ll experience centuries of history, timeless architecture, and spiritual traditions that define these iconic cities. Return to Osaka with a smooth and comfortable transfer via high-speed train.
Included / Excluded
- Hand-picked expert tour guide
- All transportation
- Train: Nara-Osaka
- Meals & drinks
- Entrance fees Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person)
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Kintetsu Namba Building, 4 Chome-1-17 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Japan
Start Location Notes: Meet your guide in front of the Tully's Coffee, Kintetsu Namba Building, Osaka
End Location: Kintetsu Namba Building, 4 Chome-1-17 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Japan
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Duration: 11h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
- You will be picked up by bus in Osaka
- You will return to Osaka from Nara by train (ticket is included), accompanied by a guide
- While we aim to visit all scheduled locations, some sites are subject to availability due to weather or other factors. In such cases, we will visit alternative sites or adjust the order of the itinerary
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a 95% refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Options and Pricing
| Passengers | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Passenger (0 - 99 years) | $149.00 |
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
https://www.touristjapan.com/terms-and-conditions/
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
At Tourist Japan, we design and deliver complete travel experiences. These include curated tours, authentic activities, handpicked accommodations, and seamless transportation, thoughtfully connected into journeys that flow effortlessly from start to finish.
Japan is overwhelming to plan. We simplify it. Backed by years of experience, deep local knowledge, and smart in-house technology, we make flexible, real-time travel in Japan a reality, even at the last minute. We believe everyone should be able to experience Japan. That's why we design trips around your style, schedule, and budget.
Our team is made up of passionate travelers and Japan-lovers. We've been where you're going and only offer experiences we believe in. Whether it's your first trip or your fifth, we help you go deeper, with personal service, cultural insight, and journeys that just work.
Because Japan isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither are you.
Japan is overwhelming to plan. We simplify it. Backed by years of experience, deep local knowledge, and smart in-house technology, we make flexible, real-time travel in Japan a reality, even at the last minute. We believe everyone should be able to experience Japan. That's why we design trips around your style, schedule, and budget.
Our team is made up of passionate travelers and Japan-lovers. We've been where you're going and only offer experiences we believe in. Whether it's your first trip or your fifth, we help you go deeper, with personal service, cultural insight, and journeys that just work.
Because Japan isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither are you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 11 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 15
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
Operating hours
Sep 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026
| Sun | 06:55 AM |
| Mon | 06:55 AM |
| Tue | 06:55 AM |
| Wed | 06:55 AM |
| Thu | 06:55 AM |
| Fri | 06:55 AM |
| Sat | 06:55 AM |
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