Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour from Osaka/Kyoto Tour from VIP Villa Namba, Osaka - 8 AM
ID: GYG179654-276494
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Be amazed by visiting the former capital cities of Japan, Kyoto and Nara! Depart from Osaka or Kyoto, heading to Fushimi Inari Taisha, the perfect spot to get in touch with Kyoto’s spirit.
Depart from the exclusive VIP waiting rooms of Osaka or Kyoto, heading to Fushimi Inari Taisha. Designated as an Important Cultural Property, the main shrine building contains five shrines together, these five pillars of Fushimi Inari Taisha are named for the great virtues of Inari Okami that they embody. Inari Okami is known as a deity of business prosperity, the prosperity of industries, the safety of households, safety in traffic and improvement in the performing arts. The 'Senbon Torii' or 1000 torii gates are donations by individuals and companies, and you will find the donator's name and the date of the donation inscribed on the back of each gate.
Then you will head to Arashiyama, which changes with the seasons and you can enjoy the scenery any time of year, with cherry blossoms in the spring, boat festivals in the Summer, red leaves in Autumn and snow white mountains in the winter. Arashiyama is also filled with temples and shrines including the match-making Shrine you can visit, during your walk through the famed Bamboo grove. There are a variety of restaurants to choose right near the Togetsukyo bridge, including vegan and Halal.
Proceed to the symbol of Kyoto, Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion, also named Rakuon-ji: one of the most popular buildings in Japan. Finally, move on to Japan’s old capital, Nara: you will have the time to explore its park, cuddle the worldwide famous deer and enter the biggest wooden building of the planet, Todai-ji Temple, another UNESCO world heritage site. Here you will find yourself in front of Japan’s biggest Buddha statue, 15 meters tall.
Highlights
- Experience 2 UNESCO world heritage sites
- Feel the beauty of nature in Arashiyama bamboo forest
- Experience interaction with the deer at Nara park
- Marvel at the famous 1000 vermilion gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Admire Kinkaku-ji, the golden pavilion temple
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour schedule may be delayed due to traffic or weather. If the tour is cancelled by the supplier due to bad weather or natural disaster, you will receive a full refund.
• Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to departure. Late-shows will not be able to join the tour.
• Please be aware the deer are wild animals; please do not irritate them
• Depending on the number of participants, English and Chinese commentary might be given in the same bus
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Vip Villa Namba at (8:00am): 1-2-1 Namba-naka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka city, Osaka JAPAN
Access info: 3 minutes walk from subway Midosuji Line Namba Station Exit 7
and
Vip Lounge Kyoto at (9:00am): 6 Nishikujo Toriiguchi-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto city, Kyoto JAPAN
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
