[One-Day Uji Nara Onsen Tour] Nara Park with Deer Crackers + Todai-ji Temple + Uji Byodo-in Temple + Genji no Yu Onsen (Round Trip from Osaka)
Optional hotel pick-up and drop-off within Osaka, eliminating the hassle of complicated transportation. #Nara Park: Known for its deer, Todai-ji Temple, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, it offers beautiful scenery in all seasons and a rich cultural heritage. #Uji Area: Famous for Byodo-in Temple, Uji tea, and tea ceremony experiences, it is a perfect combination of tea tasting and history. #Genji no Yu: Blending classic and modern elements, it provides a comfortable hot spring experience in a unique Japanese atmosphere, making it a great place to relax. In the Uji area, you can freely choose two types of activities: a pure Uji tour or Uji + hot spring.
What to expect
Nara Park: Nara Park is famous for its herds of deer, the Great Buddha of Todai-ji Temple, and the sacred atmosphere of Kasuga Taisha Shrine. The park offers beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, with cherry blossoms in spring and fiery red leaves in autumn, each season possessing unique charm. You can get up close with the deer in the park, experience the tranquility of nature, or immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage at historical sites like Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine.
Uji: Uji is renowned for its World Heritage site Byodo-in Temple, Uji tea, and tea ceremony experiences, making it a perfect blend of tea and history. You can visit Byodo-in Temple to experience the charm of ancient Japanese culture, or participate in a tea ceremony at an Uji tea garden to savor authentic Uji tea, enjoying an immersive experience of tea and history. Uji’s picturesque scenery makes it an ideal place for a deep understanding of Japanese culture and nature.
Genji no Yu: Genji no Yu perfectly blends classical and modern elements, offering a first-class hot spring experience. The hot springs here not only relax the body and relieve fatigue but also allow you to enjoy a rich Japanese atmosphere, providing ultimate relaxation and comfort. Genji no Yu is an excellent destination to experience traditional Japanese hot spring culture, adding tranquility and comfort to your trip.
In the Uji area, you can freely choose between 2 ways to enjoy your visit: 1.Pure Uji Tour: If you love history and tea culture, you can choose to focus on Uji’s classic attractions, such as Byodo-in Temple, Uji tea experience, and tea ceremony, to appreciate Uji’s profound cultural heritage. 2.Uji + Hot Spring Tour: In addition to exploring Uji’s historical and natural beauty, you can also choose to experience the Genji no Yu hot spring, relax your body and mind, and enjoy the healing and tranquility of a Japanese hot spring, adding more comfort and enjoyment to your journey.
▼ Important information for guests going to Genji no Yu for a hot spring experience: On the day, guests need to walk to Keihan Uji Station in advance, which takes approximately 15 minutes. Please take the shuttle bus promptly at 13:30 to Genji no Yu hot spring, which is about a 30-minute ride. The hot spring experience will last for 1 hour at Genji no Yu, allowing for complete relaxation and comfort. After the hot spring experience, you will take the return shuttle bus at 15:10, arriving at Keihan Uji Station around 15:40, concluding your pleasant hot spring trip. Please ensure to arrive at Keihan Uji Station on time to avoid missing the shuttle bus.
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Reviews
The meeting point was easy to find, and the tour guide was friendly and provided detailed explanations. We had lunch on our own at Nara Park, and the udon noodles were quite delicious. The Uji matcha ice cream is also highly recommended! We had plenty of time at both attractions, and our fellow tour members were great and didn't cause any delays. It was a pleasant day!
I joined the Nara Onsen tour today, and the overall experience was fantastic! The tour guide, ViVi, was very thoughtful. From the start of the tour, she clearly informed us of the meeting point, license plate number, and time, so we didn't have to worry about not finding the bus at all. She also led us to the boarding point along the way, providing very attentive service. The overall time arrangement was just right, not too rushed and not boring. The itinerary was very smooth, making it a comfortable and relaxing Nara Onsen trip. Highly recommended!
The trip was great and guide lovely giving lots of info on the bus then just dropped us off to explore on our own. You don't get long at the first site whete there are two sights to see but you only get time for one so need to choose then the second site you get chance to go to an Onsen but if you decide not to you get four hours to have a spot of lunch then wander with not much to go to. Would have preferred more time at the deer park.
Yuri was a great tour guide. I had a lovely trip! highly recommend!!!
The tour guide service and itinerary arrangements were excellent! Very satisfied.
the tour was just paying for the driver and someone who organized when to stay where at what time quite poorly. (It was first time of person, that untertandable he needed to learn but unfortunately I don't want to pay for that experience as I paid for a tour). If you prioritize having a driver and going in group take this experience but other than that you can go yourself to Nara and stay there as much as you want.
Good to know
[Regarding entrance tickets] Entry fees for Byodo-in Temple, The Tale of Genji Museum, Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Genji no Yu hot spring are not included. [Regarding the Uji Area]
In the Uji area, you can freely choose two types of activities: 1. A full Uji tour (4.5 hours) 2. Uji (1.5 hours) + hot spring. Important information for guests visiting Genji no Yu hot spring: On the day of the visit, guests must walk to Keihan Uji Station in advance, which takes about 15 minutes. Please be on time to board the shuttle bus at 13:30 to Genji no Yu hot spring, the ride is approximately 30 minutes. The hot spring experience will last for 1 hour at Genji no Yu, allowing you to enjoy complete relaxation and comfort. After the hot spring experience, you will take the return shuttle bus at 15:10, arriving at Keihan Uji Station around 15:40, concluding the enjoyable hot spring trip. Please ensure you arrive at Keihan Uji Station on time to avoid missing the shuttle bus. [Regarding the tour schedule]
According to Japanese law, Japanese drivers cannot work more than 10 hours per day (including entering and exiting the garage). The tour guide may adjust the tour sequence and duration appropriately based on the traffic and on-site conditions of the day. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. [Pre-trip notification email]
We will send an email between 20:00–21:00 (Japan time) the night before departure, including: tour guide contact information, driver information, meeting location map, and precautions. Please be sure to check your email and spam folder. If you are traveling during peak season, the email may be slightly delayed, please understand. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. [Regarding seating arrangements] This tour is a group tour, and vehicle seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. We will do our best to meet your seating needs. If you have special arrangements, please indicate them in the “Special Needs” column when placing your order. However, the final arrangement will be coordinated and decided by the tour guide based on the actual situation. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. [Regarding group tours]
This tour is a group activity, and there may be guests from different countries or speaking different languages traveling in the same vehicle as you. We hope you can embrace multiculturalism and enjoy the diversity of the journey. [Regarding meeting time]
Please be sure to arrive at the designated meeting point on time. As this tour is a carpool model, we will not be able to wait for latecomers, and no refunds will be given. Any costs and responsibilities incurred due to lateness will be borne by you. Thank you for your understanding. [Regarding force majeure factors]
In the event of tour delays due to weather, traffic, or other force majeure factors, the tour guide will flexibly adjust the tour sequence on-site, or shorten/cancel the stay at some attractions as appropriate to ensure tour safety. We will do our best to provide you with the best experience. Thank you for your understanding. [Regarding luggage]
Each tourist can bring one standard piece of luggage for free. Please note this in the “Special Needs” section when placing your order. If you bring luggage temporarily without prior notice, it may cause insufficient space in the car, affecting the safety and comfort of others. The tour guide has the right to refuse you to board the car, and the fee will not be refunded. Thank you for your understanding. [Regarding vehicle type]
We will arrange a suitable vehicle (such as a van, minibus, or bus) according to the actual number of travelers. We cannot specify the vehicle type. Thank you for your understanding. [Regarding leaving the group midway]
This tour is a group tour and you cannot leave the group midway or depart early. If you leave the group midway on your own, the remaining itinerary will be deemed as automatically forfeited and no refund will be given. Any problems or costs incurred as a result will be borne by you. [Regarding arrangements after the tour]
As the end time of the tour may be affected by uncontrollable factors such as weather and traffic, the above time is for reference only. It is recommended that you do not arrange other tight itineraries (such as flights, performances, appointments) on the same day. We will not be liable for any losses caused by delays. Thank you for your understanding. [Regarding lunch] The tour does not include meals, lunch needs to be arranged by the guests themselves. There are also dining locations at various attractions, or you can prepare your own.
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