Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Duration
9 - 10 hours
Free cancellation
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience's start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Last Minute Availability
Live Tour Guide
Highlights
- Feed, pet, and play with cute deer, the divine messengers at Nara Park
- Step into a vibrant vermillion torii gates and feel the mysterious atmosphere
- Seek flourishing careers and endless prosperity at Fushimi Inari Taisha
- Wander the serene bamboo forest, where towering stalks whisper with Zen calm
- Discover Arashiyama’s scenic beauty and its famed World Heritage landmarks
Included
- English Speaking Tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All taxes, parking fees, gas fees and handling charges
Excluded
- Food and beverage
- Additional personal expenses
Meeting Point
Full Description
Discover Kyoto & Nara: A Perfect Blend of Culture, Nature & Timeless Beauty
Join us on a memorable one-day journey through Japan’s cultural heart, where ancient traditions meet peaceful natural landscapes. From sacred shrines and friendly deer to bamboo groves and historic temples, this tour offers a truly immersive experience of Kyoto and Nara.
Tour Itinerary
(Schedule may vary depending on weather and traffic. Please inform us in advance if you have special requests. Thank you!)
🚌 Departure
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8:00 AM – Depart from Osaka
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9:00 AM – Depart from Kyoto
Nara Park (1 hour)
Start your day in Nara, home to over 1,000 free-roaming sacred deer, believed to be messengers of the gods. Feed them special shika senbei (deer crackers) and enjoy delightful photo opportunities with these gentle animals.
⛩ Fushimi Inari Taisha (1 hour 10 minutes)
Walk through the iconic tunnel of more than 10,000 vermilion torii gates at this legendary shrine dedicated to the god of prosperity. The mystical atmosphere has inspired countless visitors and even appeared in films like Memoirs of a Geisha and Detective Conan.
Arashiyama (2 hours 30 minutes)
Explore one of Kyoto’s most scenic districts:
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Bamboo Forest – Wander through towering bamboo paths filled with serenity.
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Nonomiya Shrine – A historic shrine from the Heian Period, known for blessings in love and academics, featuring a rare unpainted torii gate.
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Tenryu-ji Temple (optional, extra fee) – A UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its stunning Sogenchi Garden and Zen ambiance.
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Togetsukyo Bridge – Enjoy panoramic views of Arashiyama and spot traditional rickshaws passing by.
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Kimono Forest – A colorful art installation showcasing 600 illuminated pillars decorated with Kyo-Yuzen textile patterns.
Arashiyama also offers a wide selection of local street food and charming cafés. Don’t miss the popular Rilakkuma Tea House for fun photos, or relax your feet at the Arashiyama footbath.
After a fulfilling day, return to your chosen drop-off point in Kyoto or Osaka.
Please let us know your preferred drop-off location when making your reservation.
Know Before You Go
- The itinerary may vary due to weather, traffic, and other unforeseen factors potentially impacting return times.
- Upon completion of your booking, please advise your preferred drop-off location—Osaka or Kyoto. In the absence of such notification, the drop-off will default to the same point as the pick-up.
- Please indicate when booking if you're traveling with infants, strollers, or large luggage. This helps us arrange suitable transportation. Note that Japanese traffic laws count babies as passengers, so accurate information is essential to avoid overloading.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The bus will depart right on time to honor the schedules of all our guests.
- Customers who are pregnant or aged 70 and above are respectfully requested to sign a travel waiver upon arrival.
What to bring:
- Comfortable shoes
- Umbrella
- Water
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed:
- Smoking
Not suitable for:
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
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