Kyoto and Nara Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

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Overview

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Consumption tax
  • Kinkakuji Temple admission ticket
  • Transportation

✗ Not Included

  • In-person Guide (this tour has a written guide)
  • Personal expenses
  • Other expenses not mentioned
  • Todai-ji Temple admission ticket (JP¥600 per person)
  • Lunch

Itinerary

1
Stop 1
The departure point for the itinerary offers a comfortable and exclusive starting point for your day of exploration. We will greet the Guests from Osaka at VIP Villa Namba. We will depart at 08:00 AM from VIP Villa Namba.
2
Stop 2
The departure point for the itinerary offers a comfortable and exclusive starting point for your day of exploration. We will greet the Guests from Kyoto at Kyoto VIP Lounge. We will depart at 09:00 AM from VIP Villa Namba. Then proceed and visit Kinkakuji Temple and admire its architecture for approximately 40 minutes, after this Explore Arashiyama for 60 minutes, or 120 minutes for those not joining the lunch option. Enjoy a Kobe beef shabu shabu lunch at a century-old traditional restaurant (available for meal-included package only)
3
Stop 3
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine in Kyoto is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that create picturesque trails through Mount Inari's forest. In 80 minutes, visitors can explore the main shrine, walk partway up the scenic trails, and enjoy the serene atmosphere.
4
Stop 4
Kinkakuji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a stunning Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto. Famous for its top two floors covered in gold leaf, the temple reflects beautifully on the surrounding pond, creating a picturesque scene.
5
Stop 5
Nara Park, located in Nara City, Japan, is renowned for its serene natural beauty and friendly Sika deer that roam freely throughout the park. These deer are considered sacred messengers of the Shinto gods and are protected as national treasures. Visitors can interact with the deer, feeding them specially-made deer crackers (shika senbei), which are available for purchase within the park.
6
Stop 6
Return to the elegant Kyoto VIP Lounge, where you can relax and reflect on the day's adventures.
7
Stop 7
Arrive back at the VIP Villa Namba in Osaka, concluding your day of exploration.

Meeting & End Point

📍
Meeting Point
Kyoto VIP Lounge Address: 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto 601-8417, Japan (Terada Building 1F) Meeting Time: 09:00 Departure Time: 09:10
🏁
End Point
Kyoto VIP Lounge Address: 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto 601-8417, Japan (Terada Building 1F) Meeting Time: 09:00 Departure Time: 09:10

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Good to Know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please arrive at the designated location 10 minutes before departure, as the tour will start promptly.
  • The itinerary is subject to change based on weather and transportation conditions.
  • The type of vehicle used will depend on the number of travelers.
  • Location1: VIP Villa Namba Address: VIP Villa Namba, 1-chōme-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan
  • Location2: Kyoto VIP Lounge Address: 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8417, Japan (Terada Building 1F)
  • Children under 3 years old receive free admission but must not occupy a seat. Please notify us in advance.
  • @ 08:00 Depart from VIP Villa Namba and @ 09:10 Depart from Kyoto VIP Lounge
  • 09:50 Visit Kinkakuji Temple and admire its architecture for approximately 40 minutes
  • Explore Arashiyama for 60 minutes, or 120 minutes for those not joining the lunch option
  • There is a traditional local restaurant nearby where you can enjoy an authentic meal. You can pay directly at the restaurant and have your lunch at your convenience

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Special Instructions

Please arrive at designated location 10 mins prior to departure, as tour will depart on time.

Location1: VIP Villa Namba
Address: VIP Villa Namba, 1-chōme-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan
Meeting Time-07:50
How to Get There
・Take a 3-min walk from Namba Station Exit 7 (Osaka Metro Midōsuji Line)

Location2: Kyoto VIP Lounge
Address: 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8417, Japan (Terada Building 1F)
Meeting Time-08:50
How to Get There
・Take a 5-min walk from Kyoto Station Hachijo West Exit

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