Kyoto Private Car Tours - Optional Nara or Osaka Add-Ons
Start your day in Kyoto and choose from three private sightseeing tour options: * Kyoto 1-Day Highlights Tour * Kyoto & Nara Tour * Kyoto & Osaka Tour For sample itineraries, please see photos 4, 5 and 6. Each tour is a fully private car experience for your group only. I’m a Japanese local, born
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 45 minWe will explore Japan’s most famous bamboo forest. If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day ” option when making your reservation.
Stop 2
⏱ 45 minWe will visit Golden Temple "Golden Pavilion". If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day tour option” option when making your reservation.
Stop 3
⏱ 45 minThis shrine is included in all options. Start the day at Kyoto’s famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of red torii gates create one of the most photogenic spots in Japan. Walk through the tunnels of gates while your local guide shares fun stories and hidden facts. After soaking up the peaceful vibe, we’ll head out to Nara by private car.
Stop 4
⏱ 1hIf you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour ” option when making your reservation. Meet Nara’s most famous residents—friendly deer that roam freely in the park. Feed them, take cute selfies, and enjoy some relaxed time under the trees. This part of the tour is free time, so feel free to explore, take photos, or simply enjoy the peaceful vibe. You can join the guide for lunch or choose a local restaurant on your own. It’s a great moment to slow down and enjoy Nara at your own pace.
Stop 5
⏱ 40 minIf you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour ” option when making your reservation. Visit Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. Step inside the world’s largest wooden building and come face to face with Japan’s Great Buddha, a giant bronze statue standing over 15 meters tall. Your guide will explain the temple’s rich history, how it was built in the 8th century, and its spiritual meaning in Japanese Buddhism. We’ll also show you some fun hidden details—like the famous “healing pillar”—and help you find the best angles for impressive photos.
Stop 6
⏱ 30 minIf you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto Nara Private Tour ” option when making your reservation. Take a peaceful walk through a forest path lined with mossy stone lanterns to reach Kasuga Taisha Shrine, one of Nara’s most sacred places. With its quiet atmosphere and thousands of lanterns, this shrine offers a glimpse into Japan’s ancient spiritual traditions. Your guide will share the story behind the shrine, its connection to nature, and how it remains an active place of worship. It’s also a great chance to take atmospheric photos surrounded by greenery and light.
Stop 7
⏱ 45 minWe will visit Kiyomizu temple. If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day tour option” option when making your reservation.
Stop 8
⏱ 45 minWe will visit Tenryuji Temple. If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day tour option” option when making your reservation.
Stop 9
⏱ 1hWe will visit Nishiki Market. If you would like this itinerary, please select the “Kyoto one day tour option” option when making your reservation.
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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| Cancellation | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable |
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