KYOTO and NARA TOUR with FREE ENTRANCE FEE(DRIVER ONLY)
This is a full day Kyoto-Nara Private Tour. Tour starts in Nara Park then heads towards Todaiji Temple to see the Great Buddha. Then you will proceed to the magnificent Kinkakuji Temple or the great pavilion. The next stop is the beautiful scenery of Arashiyama Bamboo forest then head to our last st
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 20 minNara is the ancient capital of Japan is a wonderful place to visit, filled with history, nature, and fresh air aplenty. The main sight-seeing area — which has Shintō shrines, some of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, expansive parks, and amazing views. There are also lots of foods stalls and souvenir shops.
Stop 2
⏱ 30 minStill in Nara Park you can see hundreds and hundreds of Deers. In Shinto these deers are sacred-believed to be the messenger og Gods-and allowed to roam free. In here, guests can freely feed the deers, take photos, and feel their gentle eyes and family gestures. When you see them they will bow at you. You can also buy deer crackers worth ¥200.
Stop 3
⏱ 40 minGuests will be able to see the great Bronze Buddha and the longest wooden structure in the world. Inside the building, guests will walk around the buddha, admire the golden decorations and statues. Behind the Todaiji's Buddha, there was a thick wood with a tunnel through it that is the size of buddha's nostrils, big enough for a thin child or adult to pass through. To those who passed the tunnel will attain enlightenment.
Stop 4
⏱ 1hAlso known as the Golden Pavilion. Each of the 3 stories of Kinkaku-ji have a specific meaning; the bottom level represents the heian period, the second embodies the samurai warrior spirit in the details, and the third is the Zen floor. Guests are not allowed to go inside the Pavilion but there's a lot more to see outside the pavilion. You will see the statues that designate a coin toss to gain luck.
Stop 5
⏱ 30 minKimono forest, it is a collection of gorgeous cylinder-shaped pillars framing the lane. Six hundred brightly poles decorated with kyoto-yuzen designs line the square, making it relaxing place for visitors.
Stop 6
⏱ 1hArashiyama Bamboo Grove. The bamboo grove is a 400 meter long narrow street surrounded by bamboos.It is one of Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots. These bamboos are tall and growing towards the sky, you will feel calm in this peaceful atmosphere.
Stop 7
⏱ 1h 30mIt is one of the most iconic and oldest shrine. It is dedicated to the God of rice and sake in the 8th century, also features dozens of foxes statues. Approximately there are 10,000 toriu gates ang guide will accompany guests through halfway at the Yotsusuji intersection and enjoy the panoramic view of Kyoto.
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- •Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •Private tour activity. Only your group can participate
- •This is a 10 hrs duration Day tour that includes travel time.
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