Product Description
Explore Kyoto and Nara’s cultural treasures in a single unforgettable day. Stroll through the magical Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, interact with friendly deer in historic Nara Park, and pass through the iconic vermilion torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine. Enjoy a premium Japanese lunch featuring Kobe beef shabu-shabu, Kyoto pork, or a vegetarian curry—all in a beautifully preserved 120-year-old Kyoto townhouse.
Highlights
- Walk through the breathtaking Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- Savor a traditional lunch featuring Kobe beef, pork shabu-shabu, or vegetarian curry
- Get up close with the sacred deer of Nara Park
- Visit Todai-ji Temple, home of the Great Buddha and the world’s largest wooden building
- Experience the mystical tunnel of 1,000 red torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine
- English- or Chinese-speaking guide and round-trip transportation included
- Flexible departure and drop-off points in Osaka or Kyoto
Full Description
Start your journey at your selected meeting point—VIP Villa Namba (Osaka) or VIP Lounge Kyoto—and set off in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach.
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest (Approx. 80 mins)
Begin the day immersed in nature as you walk through one of Kyoto’s most photogenic sites, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Towering bamboo stalks sway gently overhead, creating a serene and otherworldly atmosphere.
Traditional Japanese Lunch in a Historic Townhouse (Approx. 50 mins)
Enjoy a meal at “Kyoto Wasabi”, a 120-year-old Kyo-Machiya (traditional Kyoto townhouse). Choose from:
- Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu: World-famous wagyu, tender and rich in flavor
- Kyoto Pork Shabu-Shabu: A flavorful and fragrant Kyoto specialty
- Vegetarian Japanese Curry: A hearty and satisfying plant-based option
Optional Add-on (on-site): Kobe Beef Aburi Sushi
Nara Park & Todai-ji Temple (Approx. 80 mins)
Head to Nara, Japan’s ancient capital, and spend time in Nara Park, where over 1,000 free-roaming deer await. Feed the deer and explore Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to Japan’s largest bronze Buddha statue.
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (Approx. 80 mins)
End the tour with a visit to one of Japan’s most iconic locations—Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates. Walk the sacred paths up Mount Inari and take in views of Kyoto’s spiritual and natural landscape.
At the end of the day, return comfortably by coach with a drop-off option in either Kyoto or Osaka.
Itinerary Overview
Departure Options:
- VIP Villa Namba (Osaka) – 7:50 AM
- VIP Lounge Kyoto – 9:00 AM
Main Stops:
- Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- Lunch in Kyoto
- Nara Park & Todai-ji Temple
- Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
Return Options:
- VIP Villa Namba (Osaka)
- VIP Lounge Kyoto
Pricing
From ¥9,100 per person
Includes
- Traditional Japanese lunch (choice of Kobe beef, pork, or vegetarian curry)
- English- or Chinese-speaking guide
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach
- All taxes and handling fees
Meeting Points by Plan
- Osaka Departure (7:50 AM)
- Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu
- Pork Shabu
- Vegetarian Curry
- Kyoto Departure (9:00 AM)
- Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu
- Pork Shabu
- Vegetarian Curry
Exact meeting point details will be sent by email before departure.
Reviews
“Our guide Tracy met us at the pick-up point and explained everything clearly. The bamboo forest was a refreshing escape from the heat, and lunch in a traditional restaurant was an absolute treat. Thank you, Tracy!”
“Really enjoyable trip. The guide was helpful and friendly. Fushimi Inari was definitely the highlight for me!”
“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, and we had plenty of time to enjoy each destination. A well-paced and well-organized day!”