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Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots) 1
A bridge over a river with a forested hill in the background. 2
A bamboo forest with a wooden pathway. 3
A narrow street lined with traditional Japanese buildings, cherry blossoms, and a clear sky. 4
A cherry blossom tree in full bloom by a river, a bridge in the background, and a hilly landscape. 5

Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7~9 spots)

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9.4 out of 10
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Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,403 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Experience the cultural essence of Japan’s two most historic cities, Kyoto and Nara, all in one day from Osaka.

This tour offers two thoughtfully designed routes to match your travel style:

• ★ Kyoto & Nara + Fushimi Inari ★ • (Mon, Wed, Fri)
Destination: Kasugataisha Shrine, Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Byodoin Temple, Uji Omotesando, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha

• ★ Kyoto & Nara + Arashiyama ★ • (Tue, Thu, Sat)
Destination: Kasuga Taisha, Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, Wakakusayama, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Nonomiya Shrine & Togetsukyo Bridge, Nishiki Market, Kiyomizu-dera Temple
(During the cherry blossom season , Nikishi Market will be replaced by Maruyama Park and the order of stops will be adjusted)

Both adventures begin with a hassle-free departure from Tsurutontan Soemoncho at 8:00 AM, reaching first destination at 9:00 AM and returning back to Tsurutontan Soemoncho at 6:00 PM.

Activity location

  • Kasuga Grand Shrine
    • 160 Kasuganocho
    • 630-8212, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tsurutontan Soemoncho
    • 17 3
    • 542-0084, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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Arashiyama Route, Soemoncho

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Destination: Kasuga Taisha, Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Wakakusayama, Nishiki Market or Maruyama Park, Kiyomizudera Temple, Arashiyama Area
Note: During the cherry blossom season , Nikishi will be replaced by Maruyama Park and the order of stops will be adjusted.
Starting point:
Tsurutontan Soemoncho, 3-17 Souemonchō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0084, Japan

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 3,403.11 x 1 AdultP 3,403.11
Total
Price is P 3,403.11
Until Wed, Jul 29

Activity itinerary

Kasuga Grand Shrine

  • 30m
A sacred Shinto shrine adorned with hundreds of stone and bronze lanterns.

Nara Park

  • 30m
One of Japan’s most famous landmarks, known for its vast green spaces, historical temples, and freely roaming deer.

Todai-ji Temple

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Place where the awe-inspiring Great Buddha, one of Japan’s largest bronze statues, resides inside a massive wooden hall.

Wakakusayama Hill (Pass by)

[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] This gentle grassy hill behind Nara Park offers panoramic views of Nara City and its major landmarks, including the great roof of Todai-ji. It’s an ideal short hike with scenic rewards.

Byodoin Temple

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
[★ Fushimi Inari Course ★ ] A masterpiece of Buddhist architecture and the iconic image on the Japanese 10-yen coin. Admire its golden Phoenix Hall reflecting over the tranquil pond

Byodoin Omotesando

  • 50m
[★ Fushimi Inari Course ★ ] A charming street lined with traditional tea houses. Here, you can enjoy a leisurely lunch at your own expense and indulge in Uji’s renowned Matcha treats. (Include own expense lunch time).

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

  • 50m
[★ Fushimi Inari Course ★ ] Famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates winding up Mount Inari. As you walk through this mystical pathway, experience the sacred atmosphere that has drawn worshippers and travelers for centuries.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

  • 25m
[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Step into a world of tranquility as you stroll through this iconic bamboo forest, where tall, green stalks stretch high into the sky. The sunlight filters through the dense bamboo canopy, creating shifting patterns of light and shadow on the path. The quiet rustle of leaves and the subtle creaking of the bamboo in the wind create a calming soundscape that feels far removed from the city. It’s not just a walk—it’s an experience that feels otherworldly.

Nonomiya Shrine

  • 30m
[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Tucked within the forest near the bamboo grove, Nonomiya Shrine is a small but spiritually significant Shinto shrine with a history dating back over a thousand years. It was once used as a purification site for imperial princesses before they entered service at Ise Grand Shrine. The shrine is surrounded by ancient moss-covered trees, low wooden fences, and sacred stones believed to bring good fortune, especially in love and relationships. Its peaceful, tucked-away location makes it a quiet spiritual retreat.

Togetsukyo Bridge

  • 25m
[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Spanning the Katsura River, Togetsukyo Bridge ("Moon Crossing Bridge") is one of Arashiyama’s most famous landmarks. Originally built in the Heian period and later reconstructed in wood, the bridge offers panoramic views of the surrounding hillsides, which explode into color in autumn. From the bridge, you can see boats gently floating down the river and possibly even spot monkeys from the nearby Iwatayama Monkey Park. Whether viewed from afar or walked across slowly, the bridge is a perfect photo spot.

Nishiki Market Shopping District

  • 1h
[★ Arashiyamai Course ★ ] Known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” Nishiki Market is a lively, narrow street filled with over a hundred stalls selling fresh seafood, local snacks, and Kyoto specialties — perfect for food lovers.

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

  • 1h 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its grand wooden stage that offers panoramic views over Kyoto. Take in the seasonal beauty of cherry blossoms in spring or vibrant maple leaves in autumn as you wander through the temple grounds.

Location

Activity location

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    Kasuga Grand Shrine
    • 160 Kasuganocho
    • 630-8212, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Tsurutontan Soemoncho
    • 17 3
    • 542-0084, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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