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Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

By Japan Visionary Tour
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 203 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Feed, pet, and play with cute deer, the divine messengers at Nara Park
  • Step into a vibrant vermillion torii gates and feel the mysterious atmosphere
  • Seek flourishing careers and endless prosperity at Fushimi Inari Taisha
  • Wander the serene bamboo forest, where towering stalks whisper with Zen calm
  • Discover Arashiyama’s scenic beauty and its famed World Heritage landmarks

Activity location

    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 1-chōme-3-3番11 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan | Meeting point: Exit 2 of Kintetsu Nippombashi Station in Osaka, under the '播磨屋' sign. Important Notice: Meeting Point Instructions • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. • Your guide will be waiting with a branded guide flag/doll for easy identification. • Look for an email sent by 18:00 the day before your tour containing: Guide's contact information Photos of the meeting point and identification markers
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

8:00 Departure: Osaka → Kyoto

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Meet at Osaka meeting point / End at Kyoto meeting point

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
RM 203.32 x 1 AdultRM 203.32
Total
Price is RM 203.32

8:00 Departure: Osaka → Osaka

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Meet at Osaka meeting point / End at Osaka meeting point

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
RM 203.32 x 1 AdultRM 203.32
Total
Price is RM 203.32

9:00 Departure: Kyoto → Kyoto

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Meet at Kyoto meeting point / End at Kyoto meeting point

Starting time: 9:00
Price details
RM 203.32 x 1 AdultRM 203.32
Total
Price is RM 203.32

9:00 Departure: Kyoto → Osaka

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Meet at Kyoto meeting point / End at Osaka meeting point

Starting time: 9:00
Price details
RM 203.32 x 1 AdultRM 203.32
Total
Price is RM 203.32

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English Speaking Tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All taxes, parking fees, gas fees and handling charges
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and beverage
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Smoking
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Discover Kyoto & Nara: A Day of Tradition, Nature & Charm

Join us on a captivating one-day journey through Japan’s cultural heartlands — where sacred shrines whisper ancient tales, bamboo forest breathe tranquility.

Tour Itinerary
(Tour schedule might be subject to change based on weather and traffic conditions. If you have some special requirements, please inform us in advance. Thank you!)

Please be advised that we have two pick-up locations and two drop-off locations. Kindly check the option name carefully when placing your order.

8:00 Departure: Osaka → Osaka
9:00 Departure: Kyoto → Kyoto
8:00 Departure: Osaka → Kyoto
9:00 Departure: Kyoto → Osaka

❣ Nara Park (1h)
Begin your adventure in Nara, where over 1,000 sacred deer roam freely as revered messengers of the gods. Feed them special shika senbei (deer crackers) and capture unforgettable moments with these gentle creatures.

⛩ Fushimi Inari Taisha (1h10mins)
Step into a tunnel of vermilion torii gates at this legendary shrine honoring the god of prosperity. Over 10,000 gates wind up the mountainside, creating an otherworldly atmosphere that has captivated visitors for centuries.
It has also inspired filmmakers, featuring in 'Memoirs of a Geisha' and 'Detective Conan'!

❣ Arashiyama (2h30mins)
►Bamboo Forest
Stroll through the famed bamboo forest, where sunlight filters through swaying stalks, creating a tranquil escape.
►Nonomiya Shrine
Nonomiya Shrine, dating back to the Heian Period (1,000+ years), is famed for love and academic blessings. Its rare Kuroki Torii (unpainted gate) rises quietly within Arashiyama’s bamboo forest.
►Tenryu-ji Temple (Extra fee)
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s renowned for the breathtaking Sogenchi Garden, which beautifully incorporates borrowed scenery and vibrant autumn hues. Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance and soak in the historic significance of this esteemed Zen Buddhist temple.
►Togetsukyo Bridge
From this historic bridge, admire sweeping views of Arashiyama—where passing rickshaws offer a nostalgic glimpse into old Japan.
►Kimono Forest
A dazzling fusion of tradition and modernity, this art installation features 600 vibrant pillars adorned with Kyoto’s exquisite Kyo-Yuzen textile patterns—perfect for a whimsical photo stop!
Arashiyama also boasts a delightful array of local street food and charming restaurants - feel free to explore and indulge. Don't miss the Rilakkuma Tea House where you can snap photos with the beloved childhood character, or unwind at the Arashiyama footbath to soak away your fatigue.

After enjoying your day, return to the Kyoto/Osaka meeting point.

Join us, have a wonderful day!

Location

Activity location

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    • Osaka
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 1-chōme-3-3番11 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan | Meeting point: Exit 2 of Kintetsu Nippombashi Station in Osaka, under the '播磨屋' sign. Important Notice: Meeting Point Instructions • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. • Your guide will be waiting with a branded guide flag/doll for easy identification. • Look for an email sent by 18:00 the day before your tour containing: Guide's contact information Photos of the meeting point and identification markers
    • Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan | Meeting Point: JR Tokai Kyoto Station Hachijo East Exit, proceed straight for 110 meters - (Kyoto Station Hachijoguchi Ekimae Square Sankun Garden) Important Notice: Meeting Point Instructions • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure. • Your guide will be waiting with a branded guide flag/doll for easy identification. • Look for an email sent by 18:00 the day before your tour containing: Guide's contact information Photos of the meeting point and identification markers
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan