3 Day Tour from Tokyo – Kyoto, Osaka & Nara

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Visits Kyoto, Nara, OsakaStarts in TokyoAvailable Every day - varies seasonallyClick on 'check availability' to view the calendar
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Prepare yourself for a fun-filled adventure with our 3 Day Tour from Tokyo – Kyoto, Osaka & Nara. Begin with your small group in Kyoto, unlocking the secrets of Gion’s geisha heritage. Stroll through Pontocho Alley and Hanamikoji Street, and visit the stunning Yasaka Shrine. Reach Osaka by train and experience the 16th-century castle, as well as getting lost in the neon lights of Namba & Dotonbori. Back in Kyoto, walk through the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Fushimi Inari Taisha. Then, pay a visit to the world-renowned Golden Pavilion before heading to Nara. Feel the sacred energy of the Todai-ji Temple and meet with the free-roaming deer of Nara Park.

Nature lovers and history buffs must join our 3 Day Tour from Tokyo – Kyoto, Osaka & Nara. This enriching adventure promises local guides, top sites, bullet train transfers, and hotel accommodations – all in a small-group setting. Before spots fill up, book your unforgettable tour today!

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3 Day Tour from Tokyo – Kyoto, Osaka & Nara Highlights

  1. With expert guides and a small-group setting, go on a 3-day adventure
  2. See Kyoto’s Gion district on an evening walking tour
  3. Explore the retro neighborhoods of Osaka and its majestic castle
  4. Discover Kyoto’s top landmarks, from the Golden Pavilion to the bamboo forest
  5. Befriend the famous deer of Nara Park and visit the giant Great Buddha statue
  6. Spend 2 nights in a beautiful Kyoto hotel and enjoy comfortable train transfers
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3 Day Tour from Tokyo – Kyoto, Osaka & Nara Itinerary

Day 1 - Morning Bullet Train to Kyoto & Evening Tour
  • Take the bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto
  • Wander the famous Pontocho Alley
  • See the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni and learn how she popularized kabuki
  • Enter Gion - the geisha district - and admire the culture and tea houses
  • Quick stop at Gion Corner
  • Discover the Yasaka Shrine
  • Stroll down Hanamikoji Street
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 2 - Osaka
  • Train transfer to Osaka
  • See Osaka Castle, a 16th-century marvel
  • Free time for lunch (not included) and exploring at your own pace
  • Experience the neon energy of Dotonbori along the canal
  • Take photos of the famous Glico Man and Hozenji Temple
  • Train back to Kyoto
  • Overnight in Kyoto
Day 3 - Kyoto & Nara
  • Drive to Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through the many red torii gates
  • Head to the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
  • Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
  • Free time for lunch
  • Arrive in Nara
  • Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha
  • Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer
  • End your tour in Kyoto, or head back to Tokyo or to Kansai Airport
NB - all timings on 3 Day Tour from Tokyo – Kyoto, Osaka & Nara are approximate

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Important Details

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All touring and accommodation
Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto
Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto
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Anything not mentioned above
Entrance fees Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person)
Personal travel insurance
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Essential Information
Each day will be led by an expert local guide to provide an enhanced experience along Tourist Journey's values
Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process
The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience
During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package
During the booking process, it's possible to add a shared airport transfer. For a small fee, you can upgrade to a private airport transfer with hotel pickup/drop off. Please contact us for more information
Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package
Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points
Osaka Tour: We recommend purchasing your Osaka Metro pass before the tour
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