Nara and Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Embark on a captivating journey from Kyoto to Nara. Don't miss Nara's must-see landmarks and experience authentic matcha tea making in Uji, the birthplace of matcha. First, we'll drive past historic Fushimi Castle and Heijo Palace ruins on our way to Nara. Visit Todaiji Temple, home to one of the
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 10 min7:50 Meet up and check in 8:00 Departure from Kyoto station (In front of Tully’s Coffee at Kyoto Avanti) Drive by Fushimi castle, Heijo palace *The allotted time for transportation is not included in the total duration of the itinerary. The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
Stop 2
⏱ 1hAdmission included9:30-10:30 ・Visit the one the world's largest gilt bronze Great Buddha statue ・Explore the Great Buddha Hall - one of the world's largest wooden buildings
Stop 3
⏱ 1hAdmission included11:45-12:45 ・Meet and feed approximately 1,400 friendly deer roaming the park ・Experience the famous "bowing deer" - they bow when you bow to them! Kasuga Taisha Shrine - UNESCO World Heritage Site ・Visit Nara's most celebrated Shinto shrine ・Marvel at over 3,000 magical stone lanterns lining the pathways
Stop 4
⏱ 1hAdmission included2:00-15:00 ・See the famous Phoenix Hall featured on Japan's 10-yen coin ・Explore Omotesando street with various matcha treats and souvenirs
Stop 5
⏱ 45 min15:15-16:00 ・Learn traditional matcha preparation techniques ・Grind premium tea leaves and create your own matcha ・Taste the unique flavor of freshly ground matcha
Stop 6
Pass by16:30 End of tour *The schedule may change significantly depending on traffic conditions. *The allotted time for transportation is not included in the total duration of the itinerary. The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
What to Bring
- •Wheelchair accessible
- •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
- •Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •*The schedule may change significantly depending on traffic conditions.
- •*The allotted time for transportation is not included in the total duration of the itinerary. The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
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