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Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama, Nara from Osaka Hotel Pickup

Kyoto10 hours
  • Hotel pickup

About this experience

Start your Kyoto and Nara adventure with convenient hotel pickup from Osaka and explore some of the Kansai region’s most iconic destinations in one unforgettable day. Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha and walk beneath its thousands of vibrant red torii gates, discover the peaceful bamboo groves and traditional charm of Arashiyama, including highlights like Nonomiya Shrine, Tenryu-ji Temple, and Togetsukyo Bridge, and meet the friendly deer at Nara Park.

This full-day tour is the perfect choice for travelers staying in Osaka who want to experience Kyoto’s famous cultural landmarks and Nara’s historic atmosphere without the hassle of planning transportation.

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What’s included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All taxes, parking, fuel, and handling fees
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet-up location

Not included

  • Food and beverages
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

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    Tour itinerary

    Please note: The schedule may be adjusted due to weather or traffic. You may choose to disembark in either Osaka or Kyoto at the end of the tour. Just let us know your drop-off preference when booking. Departure: 8:00 AM from Osaka with hotel pickup Nara Park (1 hour) Home to over 1,000 friendly, free-roaming deer considered sacred messengers of the gods. You'll have time to feed, pet, and take photos with these gentle creatures in a serene park setting. Fushimi Inari Taisha (1 hour 10 minutes) Kyoto's most iconic shrine. Walk through the breathtaking tunnel of thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates winding up the mountainside —a spiritual journey believed to bring prosperity and success. Arashiyama (2 hours 30 minutes), one of Kyoto's most picturesque districts, with many natural scene. Arashiyama Bamboo Forest A peaceful stroll through the legendary Bamboo Grove, where towering stalks create a soothing, otherworldly atmosphere. Nonomiya Shrine A historic sanctuary once used by imperial princesses. Tenryu-ji Temple (Optional, extra fee) Entry to Tenryu-ji Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site),famed for its Zen rock garden and masterful "borrowed scenery" landscape design. Togetsukyo Bridge: Panoramic views from the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge over the Hozugawa River. Kimono Forest: an illuminated art installation featuring 600 glowing pillars wrapped in Kyoto's traditional Kyo-Yuzen silk patterns. You'll also have free time to enjoy local street food,relax at the Arashiyama footbath,or snap cheerful photos at the Rilakkuma Tea House. Arashiyama station Foot Bath(optional, extra fee) Finally, we'll return you comfortably to your preferred city Either Osaka or Kyoto. Just let us know your drop-off preference when booking!

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Difficulty
Easy
Languages
British English, German, Portuguese, Bulgarian, Lithuanian, French, Latin American Spanish, Chinese (Hong Kong SAR China), Chinese (Taiwan), Indonesian, Swedish, Korean, Greek, English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Czech, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, American English, Japanese, Danish, Dutch, Turkish

Know before you go

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Umbrella
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothes

Cancellation policy

This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.

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From AED 224 per person
Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama, Nara from Osaka Hotel Pickup — Holidayys