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Nara Park & Kinkakuji Temple Heritage Tour with Tea Ceremony

4.8 / 5
28 reviews
300+ booked
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
Depart from Kyoto
Duration: 4-9.8 hour(s)
08:40-14:15, 08:41-18:30, 14:30-18:30
Guide language
English
Meet-up
Large group (4-40)

Itinerary

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Day 1

Meet-up2 sessions

1

Kasuga Taisha Shrine

45 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

2

Todai ji Temple Great Buddha & Nara Park

1 hr(s) 15 min(s) • Guided • Tickets included

Lunch • Japanese

Japanese-Style Souvenir & Dining

45 min(s)

3

Drop-off at Kyoto Avanti (Morning Tour) / Departure from Kyoto Avanti (Afternoon Tour) (Pass by)
4

Kinkakuji Temple

50 min(s) • Guided • Tickets included

5

Atelier Kyo Baum (Matcha Sweets Factory: Watch matcha baumkuchen being made.)

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

6

Authentic Tea Ceremony in a 150-Year-Old Machiya Townhouse

1 hr(s) • Guided • Tickets included

To drop-off points2 sessions

Know before you go

What's included

  • Live tour guide: English
  • Transport: Bus
  • Meals: Lunch
  • Admission: Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Todai ji Temple Great Buddha & Nara Park, Kinkakuji Temple, Atelier Kyo Baum (Matcha Sweets Factory: Watch matcha baumkuchen being made.), Authentic Tea Ceremony in a 150-Year-Old Machiya Townhouse

Before you book

Additional information

Other Reminders

  • This tour may involve the use of either a bus or a train, or a combination of both.
  • If the minimum number of participants 4 is not met by 14 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be cancelled.
  • Please note that wheelchair is not accessible.
  • This tour involves a lot of walking. If you have trouble walking, we advise you not to book this tour.
  • Please note that some of the buildings and Buddha statues may look different or you may not be able to see them due to constructions.
  • The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
  • Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed.
  • The departure time mentioned in the itinerary is subject to change.
  • In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
  • If you accidentally leave any belongings on the bus, please be aware that they will be disposed of.
  • Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
  • Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book.

Vehicle & luggage info

  • Luggage storage services are not provided

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

How to use

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
  • Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults

Reviews

4.8 / 5
Fantastic
28 reviews
Guide
4.8
Itinerary
4.7
Quality of transfer
4.8
Value for money
4.7
We had an amazing day exploring Nara with our tour guide Hiromi. The bus was clean and comfortable for the drive from Kyoto. Hiromi gave an informative and engaging tour. She was open to all of our questions and was very friendly and helpful. The pace was just right for our large family (ages 5-71). We lucked out with great weather and light crowds. The lunch was traditional set meal with miso soup, Chicken donburi, sashimi, and tempura.
It's incredible how deer have adapted to live among humans. And the temple's size was amazing! Our guide Emiko was very knowledgeable and patient with us photographers who kept slowing the group's pace. You are the best Emiko!
it was a good trip. our guide explained us in detail regarding both shrine and temple. enjoyed feeding dears.
Loved Nara and the beauty it has to offer. We were lucky enough to also have a lovely guide. She thought us some Japanese, showed us how to kake origami and explained many things about Nara
Enjoyable tour. Guide was patient, spoke well. Small group of 6 people. Really nice Van. Water provided. Japanese lunch was reasonable.
Amazing!!!! Highly recommend!!! Our guide Shelley is so friendly and knowledgeable! A really incredible tour!!! Well worth it!!!
We had a great trip to Nara park and got to see some fantastic things. Our guide Mana was really great and very welcoming. He had lots of interesting facts about the temples and it’s clear he is very passionate about it. He kept the itenary on time, without making us feel rushed. We even had plenty of time to explore and feed the Deers. The lunch was authentic and had a nice variety of small things to eat. Transportation to and from Nara Park was great and Mana provided facts throughout to keep everyone entertained. We were glad that we went early as it does get busier throughout the day. We would recommend this tour if you are looking to go to Nara Park from Kyoto.
had a fun trip in Nara with H.I.S and tour guide was very patient with us! lunch was delicious

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