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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch

By VIP Japan Tours
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$137 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Begin your journey from Osaka or Kyoto. Starts with a visit to the natural beauty of Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, one of the most picturesque sights in Japan. As you stroll through the towering bamboo stalks, you will feel as though you have entered another world.

Enjoy meal at “Kyoto Wasabi,” a historic Kyoto townhouse with a rich legacy of over 120 years. Relish a traditional Kyoto meal featuring Kobe Beef Shabu-shabu, Pork Shabu-shabu or Vegetarian Curry Rice

Nara, Japan’s ancient capital. Experience the charm of Nara Park, where you can interact w/ friendly deer, and visit Todai-ji Temple, the world’s largest wooden structure and another UNESCO World Heritage site.

Fushimi Inari Shrine, a revered Shinto shrine designated as an Important Cultural Property. Famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates, this iconic shrine creates a stunning tunnel-like pathway up the sacred Mount Inari.

End your day with a flexible return by bus to either Osaka or Kyoto.

Activity location

  • Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • VIP Villa Namba
    • 1 2
    • 556-0011, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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

Check availability


Vegetarian Curry / Osaka Dep.
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Vegetarian Curry Rice
(Meet at 7:50AM) Osaka depart
Starting point:
VIP Villa Namba, 1-chōme-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan

Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
NZ$136.85 x 1 AdultNZ$136.85

Total
Price is NZ$136.85
Until Sun, 19 Oct
Vegetarian Curry / Kyoto Dep.
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Vegetarian Curry Rice
(Meet at 9:00AM) Kyoto depart
Starting point:
VIP Lounge Kyoto, Japan, 601-8417 Kyoto, Minami Ward, Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, 6番地 1F

Starting time: 9:10 am
Price details
NZ$136.85 x 1 AdultNZ$136.85

Total
Price is NZ$136.85
Until Sun, 19 Oct
Pork Shabu / Osaka Departure
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pork Shabu-Shabu
(Meet at 7:50AM) Osaka Depart
Starting point:
VIP Villa Namba, 1-chōme-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan

Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
NZ$148.45 x 1 AdultNZ$148.45

Total
Price is NZ$148.45
Until Sun, 19 Oct
Pork Shabu / Kyoto Departure
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pork Shabu-Shabu
(Meet at 9:00AM) Kyoto Depart
Starting point:
VIP Lounge Kyoto, Japan, 601-8417 Kyoto, Minami Ward, Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, 6番地 1F

Starting time: 9:10 am
Price details
NZ$148.45 x 1 AdultNZ$148.45

Total
Price is NZ$148.45
Until Sun, 19 Oct
Beef Shabu / Osaka Departure
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu
(Meet at 7:50AM) Osaka depart: Choose this option to savour Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu at a 120-year-old traditional townhouse in Kyoto.
Starting point:
VIP Villa Namba, 1-chōme-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0011, Japan

Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
NZ$160.05 x 1 AdultNZ$160.05

Total
Price is NZ$160.05
Until Sun, 19 Oct
Beef Shabu / Kyoto Departure
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu / Kyoto
(Meet at 9:00AM) Kyoto depart: Choose this option to savour Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu at a 120-year-old traditional townhouse in Kyoto.
Starting point:
VIP Lounge Kyoto, Japan, 601-8417 Kyoto, Minami Ward, Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, 6番地 1F

Starting time: 9:10 am
Price details
NZ$160.05 x 1 AdultNZ$160.05

Total
Price is NZ$160.05
Until Sun, 19 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English or Chinese Speaking Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fee to Todaiji temple (Optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel Pick up / Drop off

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour schedule may change without prior notice due to weather, road traffic conditions, and other unforeseen reasons. (There might be delays in returning to the designated location.) The tour schedule may be delayed due to traffic or weather. If the tour is cancelled by the supplier due to extreme weather or natural disaster, you will receive a full refund.
  • This tour will depart regardless of weather or traffic conditions, unless you are notified otherwise by the local operator. Trip Advisor / Viator and your local tour operator will not be responsible for itinerary changes due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Depending on the number of participants, English and Chinese commentary might be given in the same bus.
  • Infants under 3 years old are free of charge without seat. If a seat is required, please book with children's price
  • Please arrive 10mins before at your selected meeting point, as your assigned bus & guide will be based on that specific location. The guide has a list of participants for each bus & may not be able to accommodate guests who arrive at a different meeting point. Late arrival/wrong location will miss the tour, & refund won't be issued. If you'd like to change your meeting point/unsure about the meeting point, pls notify us at least 2 days before departure for assistance.
  • The bus will be departing on time (no exception).
  • Please adhere to the scheduled time. We are unable to accommodate delays or wait for any reason. The tour will depart promptly as scheduled to respect all customers' time.
  • In case of late arrival or arrival at wrong location, regardless of contact prior to the departure time, refunds may not be granted.
  • Please check the photo in the product page & scan the QR code for the meeting point reference.
  • Note: The deer are wild animals—pls don’t disturb them.
  • Contact # may not be responsive outside of business hours, 9:30am~6pm JST (weekdays only)

Activity itinerary

Arashiyama
  • 1h 20m
Tenryuji Temple (Pass by)
Bamboo Forest Street (Pass by)
Jojakkoji Temple (Pass by)
Okochi Sanso Garden (Pass by)
Yusai Kimono Gallery (Pass by)
Arashiyama Kimono Forest (Pass by)
Togetsukyo Bridge (Pass by)
Monkey Park Iwatayama (Pass by)
Nonomiya Shrine (Pass by)
Arashiyama Kimono Forest (Pass by)
Kyoto
  • 50m
Fukuda Art Museum (Pass by)
Nara Park
  • 1h 20m
Manyo Botanical Garden (Pass by)
Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine (Pass by)
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • 1h 20m
Ohashi Family Garden (Pass by)

Location

Activity location

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    Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    VIP Villa Namba
    • 1 2
    • 556-0011, Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    VIP Lounge Kyoto
    • 番地 6
    • 601-8417, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    VIP Villa Namba
    • 1 2
    • 556-0011, Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    VIP Lounge Kyoto
    • 番地 6
    • 601-8417, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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