Private Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha & Arashiyama from Kyoto/Osaka

Private Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha & Arashiyama from Kyoto/Osaka

Duration

10 hours

Departure City

Kyoto, Osaka

Activity Level

Easy

Tour Destination

Nara, Kyoto

Discover the highlights of Kyoto and Nara on a private day trip, combining historic temples, scenic landscapes, and memorable cultural experiences.

Meet the friendly deer at Nara Park, wander through the bamboo groves of Arashiyama, and visit local highlights such as Nonomiya Shrine, Tenryu-ji Temple, and Togetsukyo Bridge. Continue to Fushimi Inari Taisha to walk beneath its famous red torii gates, one of Kyoto’s most recognizable sights.

Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and enjoy a more flexible sightseeing experience tailored to your schedule and interests.

What's included?

English-speaking tour guide (optional)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions

Food and beverages
Personal expenses

Please note

Private Tour & Transfers: Fully private experience with an English-speaking guide and hotel transfers. Provide exact hotel details at booking.
Itinerary Adjustments: The schedule may change or shorten due to weather, traffic, or closures; the guide will arrange alternative stops.
Traffic & Evening Plans: Delays are common during peak times. Avoid booking evening flights, Shinkansen, or fixed events after the tour.
Luggage & Strollers: Specify at booking if bringing strollers or large luggage to ensure adequate space in the private vehicle.
Payment Methods: Bring cash, as many local shops and vendors do not accept credit cards.
Health, Age & Insurance: Guests 70+ must sign a waiver upon arrival. The tour excludes personal insurance; arrange your own if needed.
Vehicle Options: Standard vehicle is a Toyota HiAce (10-seater). Please specify at booking if you prefer a different vehicle type or have extra luggage.

What do I need to bring?

Comfortable shoes
Umbrella
Water
Comfortable clothes

Cancellation policy

Refund if cancelled at least 1 day before the event

More Info

Tour Type Private Tour

Guide Language English

Activity Level Easy

Tour Itinerary

8:00 AM Hotel Pickup in Osaka
9:00 AM Hotel Pickup in Kyoto

Please note: The schedule may be adjusted due to weather or traffic. If you have special requests, please let us know when you book.

Private Transfer(1.5 Hour)

Nara Park (1 hour)

Home to over 1,000 friendly,free-roaming deer considered sacred messengers of the gods. You'll have time to feed,pet, and take photos with these gentle creatures in a serene park settings.

Fushimi Inari Taisha (1 hour 10 minutes)

Kyoto's most iconic shrine. Walk through the breathtaking tunnel of thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates winding up the mountainside a spiritual journey believed to bring prosperity and success.

Arashiyama (2 hours 30 minutes)

Walk through the world-famous Bamboo Grove and cross the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge. Enjoy a stroll through the Kimono Forest, featuring 600 vibrant fabric pillars, followed by free time to explore Arashiyama’s local boutiques at your leisure

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

A peaceful stroll through the legendary Bamboo Grove, where towering stalks create a soothing, otherworldly atmosphere.

Nonomiya Shrine

A historic sanctuary once used by imperial princesses.

Tenryu-ji Temple (optional)

(UNESCO World Heritage Site),famed for its Zen rock garden and masterful "borrowed scenery" landscape design (optional).

You'll also have free time to enjoy local street food,relax at the Arashiyama footbath,or snap cheerful photos at the Rilakkuma Tea House.

Togetsukyo Bridge

Panoramic views from the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge over the Hozugawa River.

Kimono Forest

It is an illuminated art installation featuring 600 glowing pillars wrapped in Kyoto's traditional Kyo-Yuzen silk patterns. You'll also have free time to enjoy local street food,relax at the Arashiyama footbath,or snap cheerful photos at the Rilakkuma Tea House.

Arashiyama station Foot Bath(optional, extra fee)

Return Trip(1.5 hours)

Finally, we'll return you comfortably to your preferred city either Osaka or Kyoto.Just let us know your drop-off preference when booking!

Custom Pickup

We offer pickup to the following places for this experience.

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