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

Duration10h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesKorean, Chinese, English

Group sizeUp to 49 travelers

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.

Options

Fushimi Inari Route, Soemoncho

Destination: Kasugataisha Shrine, Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Byodoin Temple, Uji Omotesando, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha
Pick-Up Point: Tsurutontan Soemoncho. Please check your booking voucher for pickup point details.
Starting point:
Tsurutontan Soemoncho, 3-17 Souemonchō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0084, Japan

Arashiyama Route, Soemoncho

Destination: Kasuga Taisha, Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Wakakusayama, Nishiki Market or Maruyama Park, Kiyomizudera Temple, Arashiyama Area
Pick-Up Point: Tsurutontan Soemoncho. Please check your booking voucher for pickup point details.
Starting point:
Tsurutontan Soemoncho, 3-17 Souemonchō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0084, Japan

What's included

English & Korean & Chinese Speaking Guide
Transportation

Meals
Optional Admission Fees and Activity Charges
Travelers Insurance
Other Personal Expenses

What to expect

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.
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
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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please be in front of Tsurutontan Soemoncho before 7:50am. Jtourstory staff will be there for you.

End point

Please be in front of Tsurutontan Soemoncho before 7:50am. Jtourstory staff will be there for you.

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In compliance with Japanese law, vehicles cannot operate for more than 10 hours. The tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on real-time conditions.
Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.
The stay time for each spot may depend on the season and on-site situation.
Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller.
Infant is free of charge, no seat available.
Not wheelchair accessible
Optional Main Hall Admission: Byodoin Temple 700Yen, Kiyomizu-dera Temple 500Yen, Todaiji Temple 800Yen
During the cherry blossom season , Nikishi Market in 'Kyoto & Nara + Arashiyama Tour' will be replaced by Maruyama Park and the order of stops will be adjusted

Cancellation policy

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

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