Private Tour
Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
The itinerary is based on hiring a car or a van for 8 hours - Cash to the driver on the tour day: Up to 5 passengers: ¥110,000 ,if more than 5 please let me know in advance.
1- Within a day of your stay in Kyoto, I am going to show you the must-see spots of Nara and Arashimaya.
2- Understanding the culture and life in Japan from a foreign prospective.
3- Tour itenerary is planned to cover the top sightseeing spots of Nara and Arashiyama and long enough to go around the cultural and historic places too, however, I can customize it based on your will.
Itenerary is shown here, however, you can still customize it in arrangement with the guide.
09:00 Meeting at your hotel in Kyoto
10:00 bamboo forest and Tenryu-ji temple garden
11:00 Hozu-gawa river and Togetsu bridge
13:00 move to Nara
14:30 Nara deers park
15:30 Todaiji temple
16:30 Kasuga Shrine
17:30 Back to Kyoto
19:00 Tour finish
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transportation cost is NOT included. Please carefully review the exclusions listed below.
Guiding and management , driver arrangement
Transportation: van rent -Cash : Up to 5 Travelers. If more than 5 please let me know
Entry fees
Gratuities are always appreciated but never expected (In case your experience was exceptional)
What To Expect
Nara Park
Discover the charm of Nara Deer Park on your tour, where friendly deer roam freely in a picturesque setting. This expansive park allows you to interact with the gentle deer, known for their calm demeanor and eagerness to greet visitors. Purchase special deer crackers to feed them and enjoy a memorable, interactive experience. The park’s beautiful landscape, featuring lush green lawns and seasonal blooms, provides a perfect backdrop for a relaxing stroll. Embrace the unique opportunity to connect with these sacred animals in one of Japan’s most beloved natural spaces.
Todai-ji Temple
Experience the grandeur of Todaiji Temple on your tour, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its majestic Great Buddha Hall. Inside, you'll find one of the world's largest bronze Buddha statues, an awe-inspiring sight that exemplifies Japanese Buddhist art and architecture. Explore the temple grounds, where ancient wooden structures and serene landscapes enhance the spiritual atmosphere. Todaiji Temple’s historical significance and architectural beauty make it a must-visit destination, offering a profound glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural and religious heritage.
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Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour for family/kids
GERASIMOS M,
Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely a must see if you're in Kyoto or Osaka. This is a great tour to one of many UNISECO Heritage sights. Our guide was Kingo was fantastic. His knowledge and passion for the rich culture and history of the area was impressive. Deer park is fun for kids, the deer can get a little aggressive if you hide food, but if you bow they bow back which was pretty cool. I highly recommend this tour, and make sure you fit in the Golden Shrine.
Moto was a very...
Cedric P,
Dec 31, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Moto was a very profesional and experienced with this tour. We enjoyed the deer and the monkeys. We had a great time.
Bait and Switch Costing Double the Price
Virginia M,
Sep 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00This is a bait and switch scam. We paid almost $500 for a tour. The booking was paid for and scheduled for a certain time but the tour operator didn’t even have a tour guide available at that hour. He told us to wait while he found one. We waited until finally he said he found someone. Unfortunately, that was not the end. The end was when the tour operator asked if we were okay spending an additional $500 after the credit card payment was processed. He said the private car tour did not include the cost of a driver. What?? The $500 tour would now cost $1000.. I told the tour operator to cancel and asked for a refund. Now, I’ve been told the refund amount is less than $100 out of $500. This is scandalous. The tour description is “The itinerary is based on hiring a car or van for 10 hrs”. Viator needs to refund my money asap.
Must do for people who have short stay in Japan
Flora K,
May 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Very well organized trip We saw very impressive Buddha Temple and Shinto Shrine in Nara. We were fascinated with Bamboo forest. Guide was very attentive, took lots of pictures and even when we had extra time left took us to Kyoto to explore Nijo castle which was not on itinerary that we are very appreciative that otherwise we would not have a chance to see it. Guide also helped us to make dinner reservation for after the trip We were very happy how we spent our time
Great Tour
xcpvx76xvg,
Apr 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time, our tour guide Miyako was awesome, so knowledgeable and kind, highly recommend.
Best tour guide EVER!!!
Pamela F,
Apr 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00wow I have to say my family and I had an amazing time!!!!! this is my second time ever writing any kind of review. my first experience with viator was a miserable one. thanks to my stars I didn't cancel this tour based off of my first experience. this tour cost a bit but it was worth every penny. we got picked up at our hotel. greeted so nicely . doors opened for us, water was offered right away. our tour guide Mike was AMAZING!!! it's our first time in japan so we didn't know anything. mike was very polite, bubbly and funny. mike told us step by step where we were going and as we got to each location he explained about the history and little facts about that location. persons in our group had a bit of a ruff time with walking to quickly but Mike made sure he asked Frequently it we are ok and if we needed to rest for a min. Mike was the best!!! he was like our personal photographer lol . he took pictures in every little spot and at every angle lol that was so sweet of him to do. he also gave use a picture foulder of every place we visited. he also saved every entry ticket we got that day and gave them to us after every stop . he also sent all of the photos to me at the end of the tour . if anyone is looking for a GREAT tour guide ask for Mike on this tour . he seems to love his job so that made the tour more memorable for my family and I. this experience makes me want to come back to Japan to learn more . 100% satisfied
Great tour
Liliya B,
Oct 2, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great day exploring Kyoto and surroundings. Our guide Ahmed was excellent, speaks fluent English and is very knowledgeable about the region. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Kyoto.
Great day
cristinastroe2412,
Apr 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day. The guide was a professional, very punctual and he told us a lot if interesting things.
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