5 Day Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Tour Package

Visits Kyoto, Osaka, NaraStarts in KyotoAvailable Every day - varies seasonallyClick on 'check availability' to view the calendar
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Now’s your chance to discover Japan’s rich flavors and culture with our 5 Day Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Tour Package. Step into a world of Kyoto wonders, where amazing traditions and icons await you. Explore top sites with your small group, starting from the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and stopping at the Golden Pavilion and the famous bamboo grove along the way. In Nara – where the ancient Todai-ji Temple proudly stands – get lost in natural beauty and befriend the sacred deer. After a free day to explore Kyoto at your own pace, arrive in Osaka via train. Marvel at 16th-century landmarks, the vibrant Namba & Dotonbori district, and wrap up at the Hozenji Temple, a Buddhist marvel.

If you’re a history buff with a craving for unique experiences, our 5 Day Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Tour Package is your answer! Wander across Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara with friendly guides in a small-group setting. In addition to train tickets, you’ll also stay in one of Kyoto’s top-rated hotels for 4 nights. Book your adventure now!

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5 Day Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Tour Package Highlights

  1. Enjoy a small-group setting tour with expert guides at your side
  2. See Kyoto's top sites: Kinkaku-ji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and more
  3. Get lost in Nara Park and befriend the free-roaming sacred deer
  4. Witness the Great Buddha statue in the Todai-ji Temple
  5. Stand in awe of the incredible Osaka Castle, built in the 16th century
  6. Visit Osaka’s retro district and see the Glico Man icon
  7. Relax with seamless train transfers between Osaka and Kyoto
  8. Enjoy 4 nights of comfort in one of Kyoto’s best hotels
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5 Day Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Kyoto
  • Optional shared airport transfer
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 2 - Kyoto & Nara
  • Depart from Kyoto
  • Drive to Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through the many red torii gates
  • Head to the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
  • Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
  • Free time for lunch
  • Arrive in Nara
  • Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha
  • Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer
  • Return to Kyoto
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 3 - Free Day in Kyoto
  • Free day to wander around Kyoto’s Gion district, join a tea ceremony, or visit local museums
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 4 - Osaka
  • Train transfer to Osaka
  • See Osaka Castle, a 16th-century marvel
  • Free time for lunch (not included) and exploring at your own pace
  • Experience the neon energy of Dotonbori along the canal
  • Take photos of the famous Glico Man and Hozenji Temple
  • Train back to Kyoto
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 5 - Departure
  • Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center are available
NB - all timings on 5 Day Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Tour Package are approximate

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Includes
All touring and accommodation
Hand-picked expert tour guide
Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto
Excludes
Anything not mentioned above
Entrance fees Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person)
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
Essential Information
Each day of this tour package will be led by a local guide who opitimizes Tourist Japan's values: to provide you with an authentic, passion-filled tour
Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process
The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience
During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package
During the booking process, it's possible to add airport transfers. Arrival & departure transportation include the Haruka Express which is the most convenient option to reach centralized locations in Kyoto. From there you can reach your hotel easily. For a small fee, you can upgrade to a private airport transfer with hotel pickup/drop off. Please contact us for more information
Osaka Tour: We recommend purchasing your Osaka Metro pass before the tour
Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package
Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points
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