Nara - Kyoto Tour

About this tour

Experience two of Japan’s most historic destinations in one private day tour, combining the ancient heritage of Nara with the timeless beauty of Kyoto. Begin your journey in Nara Park, where you can meet and feed the city’s famous free-roaming deer. Continue to Todai-ji Temple to see the magnificent Great Buddha, one of Nara’s most impressive cultural landmarks. Travel onward to Kyoto and stroll through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, surrounded by towering bamboo. After lunch, explore the beautifully preserved streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, where traditional architecture, local shops, and views of Yasaka Pagoda create some of Kyoto’s most picturesque scenery. Finish the day at Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates winding through the forested mountainside. With a private guide and comfortable transportation from Osaka, this tour is a convenient way to experience the history, culture, and scenery of both Nara and Kyoto in a single day.