Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka
Embark on an enchanting day tour through Nara and Uji, perfect for culture enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Begin your adventure at Nara Park, where you can feed and interact with the friendly deer amidst stunning autumn foliage. Explore the historical Todai-ji Temple with its towering Great Bud
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 1h 30mAfter meeting your driver and tour guide at meeting point,: 8: 40 am Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area). 9: 50 am Head to Nara Park, home to thousands of freely roaming deer, at the foot of Mt. Wakakusa in Nara City. Get some crackers to feed the deer, take a stroll through the urban park, or grab a snack from one of the many tea houses around.
Stop 2
⏱ 40 minReach the Todaiji Temple . Discover a priceless trove of history and culture at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See one of Japan's most famous and historically significant Buddhist temple complexes. Enter the Daibutsuden to see a 15-meter-tall bronze statue of Buddha.
Stop 3
⏱ 1h 30mNext, head to Uji Matcha Street, a foodie's paradise full of matcha ice cream, matcha cakes, and even soba noodles that are matcha green. Explore the time-honored Matcha stores recommended by your guide at the sacred site of green tea.
Stop 4
⏱ 1hFinally, make your way to the only natural hot spring in Uji, with water springing from 1111 meters underground. Admire the traditional Japanese architecture and enjoy a moment of relaxation and peace.(Entrance fee excluded)
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- •Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •1. Due to traffic, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances, the itinerary may change. We recommend avoiding other evening plans.
- •2. Guests with tattoos are not permitted in most Japanese hot springs. Bathing is done without clothing in Japan.
- •3. Vehicle type varies based on group size (10–45 seats). If fewer than 13 participants, the guide may also serve as driver with basic commentary.
- •4. Look for the guide holding a yellow ‘Gogoday’ flag at the meeting point. Arrive 15 minutes early; no refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.
- •5. Be cautious when feeding the deer—some may be playful or persistent.
- •6. If the number of participants is fewer than 13, the tour guide will also serve as the driver and provide only basic explanations.
- •7. This is a shared group tour with guests from various countries. The guide will provide multilingual explanations.
- •8. You’ll receive an email the evening before your tour with the guide and driver’s contact details.
- •9. Bring cash, as some attractions and shops may not accept credit cards.
- •10. The Uji Onsen shuttle bus runs on a fixed schedule. In case of delays or itinerary changes, it may not be possible to catch the bus.
- •11. The final image in the product gallery shows the actual meeting point—please review before your tour.
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