KYOTO and NARA TOUR with FREE ENTRANCE FEE(DRIVER ONLY)

5.0 (1 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, Filipino, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This is a full day Kyoto-Nara Private Tour. Tour starts in Nara Park then heads towards Todaiji Temple to see the Great Buddha. Then you will proceed to the magnificent Kinkakuji Temple or the great pavilion.
The next stop is the beautiful scenery of Arashiyama Bamboo forest then head to our last stop which is the Fushimi Inari Shrine.
- Explore Nara Park and get to see and experience feeding of the Deers.
-Visit a UNESCO World Heritage site the Todaiji Temple and get to see the 15
meters tall Great Bronze Buddha and the largest wooden structure in the world.
-Pass by the beauty and calmness of Kagami Ike Pond.
-Walk through the cylindrical pillars in a variety colors and patterns in Kimono forest while making your way through the magestical Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.
-Walk through the history of over 10,000 torii gates and see innumerable fox statues in Fushimi Inami shrine. Come and Pray for fruitful harvests, business success and other blessings.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Nara Prefecture
    20m
    Nara is the ancient capital of Japan is a wonderful place to visit, filled with history, nature, and fresh air aplenty. The main sight-seeing area — which has Shintō shrines, some of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, expansive parks, and amazing views. There are also lots of foods stalls and souvenir shops.
  2. Nara Park
    30m
    Still in Nara Park you can see hundreds and hundreds of Deers. In Shinto these deers are sacred-believed to be the messenger og Gods-and allowed to roam free.
    In here, guests can freely feed the deers, take photos, and feel their gentle eyes and family gestures. When you see them they will bow at you. You can also buy deer crackers worth ¥200.
  3. Todai-ji Temple
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Guests will be able to see the great Bronze Buddha and the longest wooden structure in the world. Inside the building, guests will walk around the buddha, admire the golden decorations and statues. Behind the Todaiji's Buddha, there was a thick wood with a tunnel through it that is the size of buddha's nostrils, big enough for a thin child or adult to pass through. To those who passed the tunnel will attain enlightenment.
  4. Kinkakuji Temple
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Also known as the Golden Pavilion.
    Each of the 3 stories of Kinkaku-ji have a specific meaning; the bottom level represents the heian period, the second embodies the samurai warrior spirit in the details, and the third is the Zen floor. Guests are not allowed to go inside the Pavilion but there's a lot more to see outside the pavilion.
    You will see the statues that designate a coin toss to gain luck.
  5. Arashiyama Kimono Forest
    30m
    Kimono forest, it is a collection of gorgeous cylinder-shaped pillars framing the lane. Six hundred brightly poles decorated with kyoto-yuzen designs line the square, making it relaxing place for visitors.
  6. Arashiyama
    1h
    Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

    The bamboo grove is a 400 meter long narrow street surrounded by bamboos.It is one of Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots.
    These bamboos are tall and growing towards the sky, you will feel calm in this peaceful atmosphere.
  7. Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
    1h 30m
    It is one of the most iconic and oldest shrine. It is dedicated to the God of rice and sake in the 8th century, also features dozens of foxes statues.
    Approximately there are 10,000 toriu gates ang guide will accompany guests through halfway at the Yotsusuji intersection and enjoy the panoramic view of Kyoto.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Guest/s can freely tell us where they want to be picked up.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Private tour activity. Only your group can participate
  • This is a 10 hrs duration Day tour that includes travel time.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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