1.Osaka/Kyoto:Kinkakuji,Arashiyama,FushimiInariShrine,NaraPark
Discover Japan’s highlights with this full-day tour visiting Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari, and Nara Park. Includes optional Kobe beef lunch.
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15 Best Nara Day Trips from Kyoto
The Nara add-ons that fit Japan’s first capital into a Kyoto stay: the Great Buddha in his enormous wooden hall and twelve hundred sacred deer who bow for crackers. Forty minutes by train, eight centuries back in time.
2.Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Explore Kyoto, Nara, and Arashiyama on a full-day bus tour featuring iconic sights like Fushimi Inari, bamboo groves, and sacred deer for only $51.
“Jem and Wil were amazing instructors. Kind helpful patient and very knowledgeable about Kintsugi. They gave clear instructions making it easy to complete our Kintsugi! We also met some lovely people who were also taking part in the workshop.I would highly recommend this activity. Can’t…”
3.Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
Experience Kyoto and Nara in one day with this guided tour featuring bamboo forests, deer at Nara, Fushimi Inari gates, and authentic Kobe beef lunch for $61.
4.Kyoto & Nara Day Trip – Golden Pavilion & Todaiji from Kyoto
Discover Kyoto and Nara’s top sights on this full-day tour, including Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle, Todai-ji, and Nara Deer Park with expert guides and hassle-free transport.
“The one day tour is a great way to see a lot in a short period of time. All 5 stops were spectacular and the guide (KC) did a fantastic job of explaining everything. Of course, at each site you could spend many hours, but…”
5.Full Day Guided Tour to Kyoto and Nara from Osaka by Van
Discover Kyoto and Nara in one day with this guided van tour from Osaka. Enjoy seamless transfers, expert guides, and highlights like Fushimi Inari and Nara Deer Park for $104.
“OMG AMAZING TOUR AND GUIDE the places were amazing and beautiful. The tour guide was amazing and friendly great job”
6.Nara Afternoon Tour (Round Trip from Kyoto)
Discover Nara's historic temples and friendly deer on this guided tour from Kyoto, combining cultural highlights with a charming outdoor experience.
“Our tour guide Miyuki was nice and the tour hit all of the stops promised. However, our tour group was too large for my liking and the tour felt a bit rushed. Also, the walk from the bus parking lot to/from the Big Buddha was…”
7.From Kyoto: Nara Guided Morning Tour
Discover Nara’s highlights on a guided morning tour from Kyoto, including Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, with friendly guides and authentic experiences.
“it was amazing, very informative and interesting. the guide Nagomi made us a cool quiz with additional information not only about the tour but in general about traditions etc. i am a solo traveler and she was taking pictures of me for me. the places…”
8.Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto and Nara Customized Private Guided Tour
Discover Kyoto and Nara with a flexible, private guided tour from Osaka or Kyoto. Visit iconic sites like Fushimi Inari, Bamboo Forest, and Golden Pavilion.
“flexibility. we were able to see and visit best tourists sites . pacing of activities is just right. we got enough time to check and enjoy the sites and take photos. Abdullah is very patient and nice. visiting important sites in kyoto and Nara in…”
9.Nara Park, Osaka & Kobe from Kyoto Full Day tour
Discover Japan’s cultural gems on this full-day tour visiting Nara, Osaka, and Kobe from Kyoto. Enjoy historic sites, lively neighborhoods, and authentic local experiences for just $69.
“This was a nice travel day to hit some spots that worked well for our schedule. We traveled with our baby and the driver was super nice about the stroller. Our guide Ele was great - provided really good information and was very nice. Nara…”
10.Kyoto: Historical Nara & Kyoto Bus Tour
Explore Nara and Uji from Kyoto in a full-day guided bus tour visiting UNESCO sites, feeding deers, and making matcha, all with expert guides.
“the guide made the whole trip. she was so knowledgeable and fun! great experience at Nara park and knowing where and how to meet the deer!!”
11.From Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park Sightseeing Day Tour
Discover Kyoto and Nara's highlights on a full-day tour from Osaka, including deer at Nara Park, Fushimi Inari's torii gates, and Arashiyama’s bamboo forest for great value.
“Good day overall well structured, our guide was lively, knowledgeable, and great overall. I’d recommend this route. At the last stop, I opted to hoof it to world class sushi and unagi shops.”
12.Kyoto Full Private Tour (we also have Nara option)
Discover Kyoto’s top sights with this private, flexible tour featuring Kinkakuji, Arashiyama, Gion, and Fushimi Inari. Personalized, comfortable, and insightful.
“Had a great day with Tatsuya visiting all the sights in Kyoto. He is a wealth of information and was very entertaining. He also went out of his way to assist with a lost phone issue. The day was amazing.”
13.From Kyoto: Nara, Osaka & Kobe Day Trip 3 Cities in 1 Day
Discover Nara, Osaka, and Kobe in one day from Kyoto with a well-organized tour. Visit temples, sample street food, and enjoy scenic harbor views—all at a great value.
“Paula and the team were great, Paula was extremely knowledgeable and speaks English, Spanish and Japanese. Me and my husband had a great time with her as our guide! The planning of the trip by the company seemed to be a little lacking, as we…”
14.From Osaka/Kyoto: Private Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Pickup
Discover Kyoto and Nara on a private day trip from Osaka or Kobe, featuring iconic sites like Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji, and Nara Park with expert guides.
“My daughter and I enjoyed our trip to Kyoto and Nara to celebrate my birthday. Benn/Yujiro arrived early and was waiting for us in the lobby of our hotel in Osaka. He had water bottles for us in the car and was an extremely careful…”
15.Nara 8hr Private Tour – Kyoto DEP. with Licensed Guide
Discover Nara with this private 8-hour tour from Kyoto, led by knowledgeable guides. Visit iconic temples, roam Nara Park’s deer, and explore traditional districts.
“Seeing all the deer & enormous Buddha was fascinating. Our guide was very pleasant and informative! I would definitely recommend this day trip!”
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Private Kyoto Nara Tour by Car with Deer, Buddha and More
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Customised Sightseen Tour
Kyoto & Nara Private Tour from Osaka Kyoto Hotel Pick-up
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Private Nara Tour from Osaka Meet at Your Hotel
Kyoto Private Tour Full Day with Local Guide&Nara Option(PerGroup
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Kyoto/Nara/Osaka: Highlights Custom Tour with Hotel Pickup
From Osaka/Kyoto:Kyoto&Nara Private day trip with pick up
Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure
Private Airport Transfer & Adventure within Kyoto Nara Osaka Kobe
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Osaka & Nara: Private Tour with English speaking guide
One-Day Walking Tour of Amazing 8th Century Capital Nara
Kyoto & Nara Private Customized, Guided Tour
Nara Todaiji Kasuga Taisha Private Full Day Tour From Kyoto
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Ten thousand shrine gates, tea poured properly and geisha lanes at dusk.