Kyoto & Nara 1-Day Tour



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Duration: 10h
Location: Nara, Japan | Nara, Japan


Category: Day Trips & Excursio

Highlights:
Full-day exploration of Kyoto & Nara’s historic structures
Visiting ancient Kyoto Imperial Palace & Kinkaku-ji
Illustrious temples & sacred shrines in Nara
Scenic walk & feeding tame deer in serene Nara Park
Exposure to Japan’s imperial culture of ages past

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Kyoto & Nara
Admission to Kasuga Grand Shrine
Japanese-style lunch
Roundtrip transportation to and from select Kyoto city center hotels
Live tour commentary provided in English

Description:

Explore the must-see sights of history-rich Kyoto, including the spectacular Nijo Castle, eminent Kinkaku-ji, and grand Kyoto Imperial Palace. In the afternoon, embark for Nara, home of pacific Nara Park and the famous temple of Todai-ji.

Begin your day with a visit to Nijo Castle to admire its charming interior and serene adjacent gardens. Proceed to the exquisite Kinkaku-ji, often called the Temple of the Golden Pavilion, whose own garden is famous for its authentic architecture that incorporates the three styles of shinden, samurai, and zen.

You make your way to Kyoto Imperial Palace for exclusive access to the former residence of the emperor of Japan. Gain a deeper understanding of imperial culture and traditions as your professional guide explains the various functions of this historic facility.

Indulge in a delicious Japanese lunch before making your way to Nara. At Nara Park, you are greeted by many freely roaming deer that call this place home, who are happy to eat right from your hand. Afterwards, head to Japan’s most famous temple—Todai-ji, or the Eastern Great Temple—and observe Japan’s largest bronze statue of the Great Buddha, which took almost 10 years to build.

Stop at the nearby Kasuga Grand Shrine, which features over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns adorning the temple that have all been donated by worshipers. Complete your day with a visit to Nara’s biggest souvenir shop, bustling Nara Nagomikan, with memorable items that are exclusive to Nara.



Cancellation Policy: 4 days
Know before you book: Children 5 and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult, but may not occupy their own seat., If Nijo Castle is closed, you will visit either the Ryoan-ji temple or the Daitoku-ji temple instead.

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