Kyoto, Osaka and Nara Customized Private Car tour
Overview
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8 hours
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Take a deep dive into traditional Japanese culture and history during this full-day trip to Kyoto and Nara from the center of Kyoto or Osaka. Enjoy the atmosphere of Kyoto’s Arashiyama district and admire the beautiful grounds of the Kinkaku-ji temple. Then head to Nara and see the wild deer of Nara Park. Multiple pickup points and lunch upgrade options are available.Explore traditional Kyoto and Nara during a day trip from the center of Kyoto or Osaka Marvel at Kyoto sights like the Arashiyama district and Kinkaku-ji templeOptional upgrade with choice of buffet or Beef Shabu Shabu set lunchNo need to organize car transport and schedule; entrance fee included.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Nara Park
Nara Park is a beautiful place where Japan's history and nature blend seamlessly, attracting many tourists. Spanning approximately 660 hectares, the park is home to around 1,200 freely roaming deer, which visitors can feed with special deer crackers. The park features numerous historical buildings, such as the Great Buddha Hall of Todai-ji Temple, the five-story pagoda of Kofuku-ji Temple, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, offering a wealth of sights to explore. Additionally, the park's seasonal natural beauty is captivating, with cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn leaves being particularly popular. Nara Park is a unique place where history and nature harmonize, allowing visitors to fully enjoy Japan's traditional culture and beautiful landscapes. Be sure to visit and experience its charm for yourself.
Nara National Museum
The Nara National Museum Nara Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan), located in Nara Park, is an art museum which primarily displays Japanese Buddhist art. Established in 1889, the museum retains its original building and is joined by a new wing that is connected to the original building by an underground passage. Both wings display the museum's permanent collection, which includes Buddhist statues, paintings, scrolls and ceremonial objects mainly from Japan. The new wing also houses temporary exhibitions, including an annual exhibition every autumn of treasures from Todaiji Temple. A ticket to the museum gives access to both wings, and English explanations are available throughout the museum.
Options
Kyoto, Osaka and Nara Customized Private Car tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Complimentary pickup is available from three cities: Kyoto, Osaka, And Nara.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Parking Fees
Fuel surcharge
Any Special Ride or Cruise not Included in this Package
Pickup points
Nara Hotel
1096 Takabatake-cho, Nara Japan
Kyoto Ryokan Shoei
128 Nishishinyashiki Kaminocho, Shimogyo-Ku Kyoto Japan
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Osaka, dotombori and bamboo forest rainy adventure
Renee j,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Pleasant driver with great patience and high responsiveness. He customized our route quickly and to our needs and took us to Osaka castle, the bamboo forest, Dotombori shopping area and more. It was a very very rainy day and having a car was well worth it.
Great option for people who want to stop in Nara from Osaka/Kyoto
Conor C,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Other guide/transport cancelled on me the night before and Japan Travels worked with me to get something scheduled and executed very late the night before. They were quick to respond and very helpful. Sunny was our driver from Kyoto to Osaka. He was very nice and a good driver. Had a really fun stop at Nara park, temple, and the osaka castle before dropping us off in Osaka.
It was a wonderful car...
Audrey F,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was a wonderful car tour with Ghumman. He was very polite and took us where we wanted to go and skipped some of the touristy sites that we had already seen. (However, It was difficult to get a response from the tour company thru the messages section of Viator. But finally we got a confirmation of meet up time and place thru What’s app)
Great private driver
Ted L,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Talha was a fantastic private driver! His car was clean and comfortable. He expertly navigated my family (including two children) around the sites of Nara and Kyoto. He offered suggestions and helped to maximize our efficiency. We kept him late and his overtime fee was very reasonable. Lastly, he delivered my AirPods back to me the next day for a modest tip. I highly recommend him and would employ him again next time.
Great tour for a family
Madhura G,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Talha was punctual and helped us customize the tour. He went out of his way to make us comfortable. He never rushed us while on the tour.
Fantastic Kyoto and Nara Day!
DavidKalbeitzer,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Talha took us patiently from the Bamboo forest to the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto and then all the way to Nara’s Buddha temples and more! We had a wonderful day!
Nice tour in Kyoto and surroundings
Nicole S,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Thalet was a ver efficient polite driver who knows the area well. We could change the program as we wamted’
Very good!
CLAUDIA N,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really liked the walk! Our driver Anuir was very attentive. Kyoto is beautiful!!! We recommend!
Family vacation
Raymond C,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our family of 6 adults (5 females) experienced a great car tour with guide Talha. He took us to several memorable historical sites providing details of their age and history. Each site had many interesting shops and he was very patient during the shopping adventures. Talha introduced a great restaurant that all enjoyed. Despite running beyond the scheduled tour time, Talha generously added a final stop in Gion for photos that was greatly appreciated. To simplify the touring process and minimize walking, a visit to each historical site door to door, a car tour is definitely the answer. We thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend Talha’s car tour and plan on using his services for our future vacations. RayC
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