Kyoto and Nara Day Trip with cute deer
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Experience Highlights
Experience a day trip to Nara Park from Osaka and discover some of Japan's most iconic sights. Lasting approximately 10 hours, you'll tour temples, shrines and unique landscapes in a comfortable and carefree journey.
The itinerary includes visits to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and the famous Nara Park, home to the friendly sika deer that live freely with visitors.
- Book your place and discover three jewels of Japan in one day.
- Enjoy comfortable, chauffeur-driven, hassle-freetransport.
- Experience walking among the deer in the wild at Nara Park.
What’s included
- Transport
- Professional guide
- Complete tour with visits to Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari Taisha and Nara Park.
- Food and beverages
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Step by Step
If you are looking for a complete tour from Osaka, this day tour is the perfect choice. In one trip you will discover the spirituality of Kyoto and the magic of Nara, with private transport and professional chauffeur accompaniment.
The first stop is the Kiyomizu-dera temple area, where you will have about 2.5 hours of free time to explore this World Heritage temple, stroll through its traditional streets and enjoy lunch (on your own).
You will continue to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, famous for its thousands of red toriis winding their way up the mountain. You will have 70 minutes to enter this sacred place and capture the best photos of one of Japan's most iconic landscapes.
Then comes the most awaited moment: Nara Park, where you will spend 1.5 hours meeting the friendly sika deer, symbol of the city, and visiting its temples and gardens. A unique experience that combines culture and nature in an unforgettable setting.
The tour concludes in the lively neighbourhood of Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori, where the bus will drop you off at the end of the day to enjoy Osaka's nightlife.
This tour is designed to make the most of your time, with comfortable and safe transport, well-organised stops and the flexibility to move around at your leisure at each destination. Whether you're travelling with family or friends, you'll have an authentic and hassle-free experience.
Reviews
- KK.Very good first impression of Japan in one tour. Highly recommended.
- CC.Visiting temple, shrine and park in one day was a great experience. Everything went very smoothly.
- LL.Attentive guide and ideal pace. Very good first contact with Kyoto and Nara.
- NN.A final stop in Dotonbori is the perfect way to end the day.
Meeting point
- You can start the tour in Osaka at 08:40, at Exit 2 of Nippombashi Station (look for the yellow GOGODAY flag), or in Kyoto at 09:50, at the tourist coach park at the Hachijō exit of Kyoto Station.
Other Things You Should Know
- First meeting point: 08:40 – Osaka, Nippombashi Station, Exit 2 (Namba–Shinsaibashi area) Address: 1-3-6 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka. Look for the yellow “GOGODAY” flag.
- Second meeting point: 09:50 – Kyoto: Kyoto Station, Hachijō exit (Hachijo-guchi), tourist coach park
- End point of the tour in the Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori area (Osaka)
- Those aged 70 or over must provide a medical certificate and travel accompanied by a family member or friend aged 22 or over
- Not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart conditions or those prone to vertigo
- Not wheelchair accessible
- It is not recommended to bring suitcases. Each passenger may bring 1 item; additional luggage is charged at ¥2,000 per item (subject to prior notification)
- The final tour details will be sent to the participant’s email address between 20:00 and 21:00 Tokyo time on the evening before departure.









