Private Tour

Kyoto & Nara Private customized tour with English speaking Guide

Overview

Available languages

English

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Discover Kyoto and Nara on a private family tour. Walk through Arashiyama's Bamboo Grove, enjoy a hands-on origami experience, and feed the deer at Nara Park.

Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kyoto, Osaka or Nara by your English-speaking driver-guide. Then head straight to Kyoto's tranquil outskirts for a walk through Arashiyama's Bamboo Grove, where kids can spot monkeys and explore scenic riverside paths.

Continue on to Fushimi Inari Shrine, with its iconic red gates winding up the forested hills - an exciting and walkable adventure. Then enjoy a casual local sweets tasting at a lesser-known Kyoto shop loved by families.

After lunch, journey to Nara, where you can free-roaming deer of Nara Park - always a hit for families.

Throughout the trip, the pace is set around you - whether you need rest breaks, snack stops, or extra time at favorite spots. This tour isn't built for large groups or tight schedules. It's built for you.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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

WiFi on board

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

All Fees and Taxes

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Nara Park

Nara Park is famous for the 1,200 or so wild deer that live freely within the park. Within Nara Park you will find the Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Originated from Kinshozan-ji Temple, which was built in 728 (the 5th year of the Jinki era) to mourn the death of Emperor Shomu's crown prince, Imperial Prince Motoi. Although the present reconstruction of 1692 is only two-thirds of the original temple hall's size, Daibutsuden (Big Buddha Hall), Todaiji's main hall, is one of the biggest wooden structures in the world. The 15 meters tall, seated Buddha represents Vairocana and is flanked by two Bodhisattvas, is residing in this temple. Read more about - Full Day Excursion: Kyoto and Nara Highlights from Kyoto/Osaka - https://www.viator.com/tours/Osaka/Day-Trip-by-Bus-to-Kyoto-and-Nara-from-Osaka/d333-20415P6?mcid=56757

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Arashiyama

Immerse yourself in the enchanting charm of Arashiyama. Visit to the renowned Bamboo Grove, a magical forest of towering green stalks that create a serene and otherworldly atmosphere. Wander through this captivating path, where the light filters through the dense bamboo, creating a unique and tranquil experience. For travelers who choose the lunch option, savor a delicious meal at "Kyoto Wasabi," a historic Kyoto townhouse with a rich legacy of over 120 years. Delight in an exquisite Kyoto traditional meal set featuring Kyoto pork and tofu shabu-shabu, a classic Japanese hot pot dish with thinly sliced pork cooked in a flavorful broth. (50 mins) For travelers who choose the no-meal option, you will have a total of 120 minutes in Arashiyama to explore local dining options and enjoy the picturesque surroundings at your own pace.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Osaka, Nara and kyoto private tour with English speaking Guide

Pickup included

Reviews

4.47

89 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1 day Nara and kyoto Family trip
Curious561783,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Was a nice experience with my family, the flexibility to manage the itinerary and enjoy more the place that we planned before. The driver made an excellent work, advice how to make our visit easier, also always on time .
Khan is excellent tour guide
Friends Z,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Khan, made sure we had a tailor-made experience. The vehicle is luxury and comfortable.He took us to the key places, gave us all interesting information. He was friendly, yet very respectful. Available and supportive without being intrusive or directive. His English is perfect and he speaks Japanese as well. Cherry on the cake, he was driving with assurance, safely and smoothly. We highly recommend this private tour. Really worth the time and cost.
Excellent trip with Bro like Guide. Our family trip started with the smily face of our guide Hamza . He was a nice guy
Shaikh M,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We started quite comfortably with a beautiful car and the cool guide Hamza. He was indeed like family. Very adjustable according to our needs and time zone. Quite knowledgeable also about the places we visited us. We finished with Nara dear park which was so unique experience! I do like to experience more in Osaka and nearby with such a beautiful arrangement.
kyoto nara tour
Jericho P,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
hamza was our driver today. and we did the customized tour . we had a great time and our driver and guide was very helpuful in all our destinations, it was really a customized tour because what we wanted is what we achieved in 10 hours. very reccomendable tour package
Beautiful day in Kyoto
ABAD C,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Nomi our guide in Kyoto was excellent. He is knowledgeable, courteous and was very accommodating to our requests. He expresses himself well in English and is easy to understand.
Fantastic Shore Excursion to see Kyoto and Osaka area!
Jennifer S,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
We got to see all around the Osaka and Kyoto area by car with Hamza as our driver and guide. Hamza picked us up right outside the cruise terminal. We went to Nara Park to see the temple and 1,000's of Nara deer. Be ready for lots of hungry deer if you decide to feed them! Our next stop was Fushimi Inari-taisha. This shrine was amazing with 1,000 torii gates. We didn't have time to go through all of them, but wow! Then we were on to Kinkaku-ji. This golden shrine and gardens we breathtaking. We had a beautiful sunny day. Our last stop was Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. The Bamboo Forest was peaceful and the shopping district was packed! Hamza then drove us through Osaka at night just as it was getting dark. The lights were spectacular. Some of our group got dropped off in downtown Osaka and the rest of us went back to the ship. It was a fun day!
Would recommend
juanfernandot692,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time with Hamzah, he was a great guide, very knowledgeable and we enjoyed our time a lot. He gave us great tips and facts about every spot we visited.
Great time
jesusgili,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hamza was very helpful and made the trip worthwhile. Information about the sites were concise but important. The ride was comfortable. We covered Nara and Kyoto and was able to go back in time for dinner arrangements. Took great pictures too. Highly recommended.
We spent the day with...
Claudia R,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We spent the day with Hazam, our tour guide. From the beginning to the end, he made our tour joyful. He is very knowledgeable, friendly, and polite. Also, we had a great lunch in a place Hazam suggested. We highly recommend this tour and our tour guide.
Hamzah was great
Shirley P,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Hamzah was great, it was a good day, he was polite and professional. Highly recommended. I like the day