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Depart from Osaka, visit all the classic attractions in Kyoto and Nara, save the trouble of transfers, and easily experience the charm of Japan's ancient capital
Feed the Nara deer with your own hands, get close to Japan's "messenger of God", full of fun and super photo-taking
Walk into the Fushimi Inari Thousand Torii, feel the mysterious atmosphere of the thousand-year-old shrine, and check in the same secret place as the Japanese drama
Kiyomizu Temple & Nisanenzaka, walk through the traditional streets, explore the ancient Kyoto style, and buy exquisite Japanese souvenirs
Professional tour guides/drivers lead the team, you can travel with peace of mind even if you don't understand Japanese-

Options

Get on the train at Osaka Nihonbashi or Kyoto Station

Inclusions

Chinese-speaking professional driver/guide
English-speaking professional driver/guide
Korean-speaking professional driver/guide
Japanese-speaking professional driver/guide
Parking fees
Fuel fees

Exclusions

Admission to Kiyomizu-dera Temple admission fee: 500 yen for adults, 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students (payment in cash required)
Admission to Reference tickets for Todaiji Temple: Todaiji Temple Main Hall Adults 800 yen, Children 400 yen (elementary school students); Todaiji Temple Main Hall + Museum Adults 1200 yen, Children 600 yen (elementary school students)
Accommodation
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Additional Info

Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Seniors aged 70+ should present a medical certificate before participating
This activity requires a minimum of 1 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund
Attention, passengers! This tour will not pass through Kyoto Station on the return trip, and will end in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka. Please plan your subsequent itinerary and transportation arrangements in advance to avoid delays in your travel plans.
The activity is not recommended: high blood pressure / epilepsy / heart disease / asthma / other serious medical conditions
Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given
Pets are prohibited

From£43.31Per Person

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What's included in Kyoto Nara Panorama Day Tour｜Kiyomizu Temple Ninnenzaka & Fushimi Inari Thousand Torii Gates & Nara Park Deer Feeding (Chinese/English/Japanese/Korean Guide)｜Depart from Osaka

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Departure: Meet the operator at 08:40. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. ・The tour guide will not contact the passengers in advance. If necessary, you can exchange contact information with the tour guide on the day. ・For specific license plate and tour guide information, please refer to the email from the previous day. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest email..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
Departure: Meet the operator at 09:50. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. ・The tour guide will not contact the passengers in advance. If necessary, you can exchange contact information with the tour guide on the day. ・For specific license plate and tour guide information, please refer to the email from the previous day. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest email..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
[Attraction/experience] 10:00, 2 hour(s) 30 min(s), Self-guided, Kiyomizudera Temple, Sannenzaka, Kiyomizu Temple and the Nisanenzaka area. You can explore the area around Kiyomizu Temple on your own (including lunch time and free time).Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
[Attraction/experience] 13:00, 1 hour(s) 10 min(s), Self-guided, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Fushimi Inari Taisha is famous for its Thousand Torii Gates and has been ranked first among the "most popular Japanese attractions for foreigners" in a survey conducted by the world's largest travel website for three consecutive years.
[Attraction/experience] 15:30, 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Self-guided, Nara Park, There are more than 1,000 free-roaming sika deer in Nara Park, and they are regarded as "messengers of God." Here you can experience the fun of feeding the deer with your own hands.
[Return] 18:00, at Osaka Namba Shinsaibashi area, ・ The return trip starts at 17:00. The return time is for reference only. It may return earlier due to smooth travel and good road conditions. ・The actual arrival time at the disbanding place may change according to road conditions. ・In order to avoid losses, please do not arrange other activities that night. Thank you for your understanding.

Kyoto Nara Panorama Day Tour｜Kiyomizu Temple Ninnenzaka & Fushimi Inari Thousand Torii Gates & Nara Park Deer Feeding｜Depart from Osaka

Kiyomizu-dera Temple is one of the most representative Buddhist temples in Kyoto. It was built in 778 and has a history of more than 1,200 years. It is listed as a World Cultural Heritage.

Walking through the tunnel of thousands of red torii gates is like entering a dreamlike scene from the movie Memoirs of a Geisha.

Kiyomizu Stage: A suspended platform made entirely of wood and constructed without nails, it is the best place to take photos and enjoy the view

The cute sika deer are regarded as "messengers of God". In the ancient Japanese Shinto belief, deer are the sacred animals that protect the gods of Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Because of this, the deer in Nara are specially protected and have lived in harmony w

You can buy special Shika Senbei near the park entrance. Once you hold it in your hand, the deer will immediately surround you - they will bow to greet you and then gently ask you for food. It is a super popular interactive experience!

Kiyomizu-dera Temple is built on the hillside of Mt. Otowa and is famous for its wooden "Kiyomizu Stage" towering on the cliff. It overlooks the city of Kyoto and is beautiful in all four seasons.

Walking down from the main gate of Kiyomizu Temple, you will see these two ancient stone streets, which are important paths leading to Gion and Yasaka Shrine. Traditional townhouse-style shops are lined up on both sides, making it one of the most popular

There are many delicious foods in Nisanenzaka, including matcha dessert shops and coffee shops.

Deer will "bow" to exchange for food, super cute

The most famous sight is the “Thousand Torii Gates”** – thousands of vermilion torii gates winding up Mount Inari, forming a dreamlike tunnel, one of Japan’s most iconic photography scenes.

Fushimi Inari: You can draw lots and hang painted horses at the shrine to pray for career, studies and good luck

The symbol of the shrine is the fox (regarded as a messenger of God), and stone statues of foxes can be seen throughout the shrine.

Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of the most representative and popular shrines in Kyoto. It was built in the 8th century AD and has a history of more than 1,300 years. It mainly enshrines the "Inari God" who is in charge of commercial prosperity and harvest.

Near Nara Park: Todaiji Temple, located in Nara Park, is one of the most representative Buddhist temples in Japanese history.

🗿 The world's largest wooden structure: The main hall "Great Buddha Hall" is 48 meters high, and the building itself is an ancient miracle

Nara Park is integrated with nature, and you can often see deer strolling leisurely

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⚠Pre-trip notice: On the day before the trip, between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time, we will send detailed guide and vehicle information by email, please be sure to check it in time. During the peak tourist season, the sending time of the email may be slightly delayed. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please refer to the last one.

This route is the first choice for tourists who come to Kansai for the first time. It combines Japanese culture, nature and history, and easily checks in three classic destinations, and sees the style of the ancient capital in one day! Especially suitable for families, couples, and parent-child tourists.

Fushimi Inari Taisha | Fushimi Inari Taisha One of the most popular shrines in Kyoto, it is famous for its "Thousand Torii" that stretches across the mountains and forests. The Inari God is enshrined here, the god who blesses business and harvest in Japan. Walking in the thousands of red Torii tunnels, it seems to enter the dream scene of the movie "Memoirs of a Geisha". 📸 Photo suggestion: Red Torii is the first choice for Instagram check-in!

Kiyomizu-dera & Sannenzaka/Ninenzaka The world cultural heritage Kiyomizu-dera Temple is built on a cliff and has an excellent viewing platform overlooking the entire Kyoto city. The famous "Kiyomizu Stage" is a holy place for Japanese people to pray. After going down the mountain, stroll along Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka. These two well-preserved stone paths are flanked by teahouses, Japanese confectionery shops, and handicraft shops. It is the best place to experience the ancient capital and buy souvenirs. 🍵 Recommended to try: Matcha ice cream, Yatsuhashi desserts, Japanese and paper products

🔸 Nara Park & Todai-ji Temple｜Nara Park & Todai-ji Nara is one of the earliest capitals of Japan. There are more than 1,000 free-roaming sika deer living in Nara Park, which are regarded as "messengers of God". Here you can feed the deer with your own hands (you can buy deer senbei on the spot) and feel their close and naughty side. 🦌 Warm reminder: Deer will approach you, please keep your food and small items safe

Attention, all travelers! The return trip will not pass through Kyoto Station**, and will end in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka**. Please plan your subsequent trip and transportation arrangements in advance to avoid delays in your travel plans.

Warm reminder

[Regarding license plate and tour guide information] The supplier will inform you of the meeting time, tour guide and license plate information for the next day's trip by email between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time on the day before the trip. If you do not receive the email, please check the spam folder first. If not, please contact the supplier in time! If you receive multiple emails, the latest email received will prevail
[Regarding luggage privileges] Each person can carry one piece of luggage for free, and the extra part can be paid on the spot to the driver and guide at 2,000 yen/piece. Please be sure to make a note when placing an order. If you do not inform in advance, the driver and guide have the right to refuse you to board the bus and the group fee will not be refunded
[Regarding driver and guide services] Driver and guide service: 4-13 people exquisite small group; driver + guide service: 14-45 people bus group, the actual number will be adjusted according to the number of people on the day of the group. The driver and guide mainly drives, supplemented by explanation.
[Regarding force majeure] Due to the traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds of the day, the arrival time of each itinerary may change. In the event of the above or other force majeure factors, the tour guide has the right to adjust and delete the itinerary on the spot. Please understand that you cannot request a refund on this ground.
[Regarding refund for late arrival] Since the one-day tour is a carpooling service, if you are late at the gathering place or scenic spot, you will not be waited for and no refund will be given. Please be aware of this.
[Regarding language service] Depending on the situation of the day, passengers who choose different tour languages will be arranged in the same car. Please be aware of this.
[Regarding attractions] If some attractions are closed on the day, our guide will adjust the attractions according to the situation of the day.
[Regarding maple leaves] Due to climate change, the time when the maple leaves turn red may be advanced or delayed. Once the group is formed, you cannot refund or complain about the itinerary on the grounds that the maple leaves are not red. Please be aware of this.