Tokyo to Kyoto & Nara 2-Day Tour with Kiyomizu-dera and Nara Deer Park
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Description
Hop in on a two-day guided tour of Kyoto and Nara. Round-trip bullet train tickets and lovely hotel accommodations meet top-class guiding for a fun and informative adventure. See the iconic Kiyomizu Temple, meet the deer at Nara Deer Park and more. Get straight to exploring Kyoto's temples and shrines after hopping on the swift bullet train from Tokyo and reaching the historic capital in about 2 hours. Check out Nara, home to huge Todaiji Temple, where the world's largest bronze Buddha statue sits. Play with the 1,200 deer at the Nara Deer Park, said to be the celestial messengers of the gods, then follow the path through gardens to the Kasuga Grand Shrine. After a full day of sightseeing relax at your Kyoto hotel. The next morning begins at Nijo Castle, continues at stunning Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, and even takes you to the famous Kyoto Imperial Palace. After a refreshing lunch, continue on to the Fushimi Inari Shrine and other sights!
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after the booking confirmation date will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 2 business days (18:00 local time) to 1 business days (18:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 1 business days (18:00 local time) to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Tours
Karasuma Kyoto Hotel
The Karasuma Kyoto Hotel is a centrally-located business hotel on Karasuma-dori, a few minutes' walk from downtown Kyoto. With the Karasuma Subway Line and Hankyu Line nearby, getting around is easy.
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Maximum 3 tickets can be booked
Inclusion
- Ordinary Car shinkansen (bullet train) tickets
- Meal (refer to the details in the schedule)
- Admission
- Bus fare
- Accommodation fee
- English-speaking guide
Start Timings
09:20
Duration
- 11 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 09:10:00 |
Check-in at Tokyo City i
Day: Day1 |
| 09:20:00 |
Depart
Day: Day1 |
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09:40-10:20 Tokyo Station
Board the Nozomi Shinkansen bullet train for Kyoto. This fast and comfortable trip provides great opportunities to see Japan's countryside. Day: Day1 |
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11:55-12:40 Arrival at Kyoto Station and Lunch
Start off your tour of Kyoto with a delicious buffet-style lunch at the elegant New MIyako Hotel. Day: Day1 |
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Todaiji Temple and Nara Park
Todaiji is a World Cultural Heritage Site home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in the world. and is the largest wooden building in Japan. Nara Park is a place of scenic beauty, with over 1,200 deer roaming freely throughout the park. Day: Day1 |
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Kasuga Taisha Shrine
This historical Shinto shrine dates back to 768 and is known for the numerous bronze and stone lanterns on the grounds. Day: Day1 |
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Nara Nagomikan
Visit the largest souvenir shop in Nara. Enjoy yourself in this spacious shop and look for the perfect souvenir for yourself and your loved ones. Day: Day1 |
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18:30-19:30 Drop-off at Hotels and Check-in
Day: Day1 |
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7:50-8;45 Depart from Your Hotel
Day: Day2 |
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Nijo Castle
The grounds of Nijo Castle consist of two concentric rings of fortification, the Honmaru (main circle of defense) and the Ninomaru (secondary circle of defense), along with beautiful gardens and various support buildings. Day: Day2 |
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Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
A gorgeous zen temple, the top two floors of Kinkaku-ji are completely covered in gold leaf. The Golden Pavilion is surrounded by one of the most exquisite Muromachi Period gardens in the area. Day: Day2 |
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Kyoto Imperial Palace (All Days Except Mondays*)
Located within the beautiful gardens of Kyoto Gyoen, this architectural beauty was the residence of the Emperor of Japan until 1869. *Mondays, Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday, May 14-17 for the Aoi Festival, New Year's holidays and whenever there is an Imperial Household event Day: Day2 |
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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Mondays and Days when Imperial Palace is Closed)
This shrine's main hall is a designated national treasure and is famous for housing the god of scholarship. The shrine is especially beautiful during the plum blossom and autumn foliage seasons. Day: Day2 |
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Lunch
Enjoy a Japanese set meal to fuel up for the afternoon. Vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, and other meal requests are not available. Day: Day2 |
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Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
Stroll through the thousand red torii gates as you make your way to the famed shrine. You will be able to spot many fox statues, symbols of the messenger of Inari (the god of grains), as you explore the shrine which was dedicated by the Hakata Clan to the god of rice and sake in the 8th century. Day: Day2 |
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Sanjusangendo Temple
This Buddhist temple received the name of Sanjusangendo (Hall of 33 spaces) because of the architecture of its 120-meter long hall. The hall holds 1,000 statues of the Thousand Armed Kannon, one of the most important Buddhist deities in Japan. Day: Day2 |
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Kiyomizudera Temple
Offering sweeping views of Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a Buddhist temple famous for its architecture where not a single nail was used in its construction, and its waters, which are supposed to grant wishes! Day: Day2 |
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18:00 - 19:00 Kyoto Station
Board the bullet train headed for Tokyo. Relax and reminisce about your fantastic journey through famous and historic shrines and temples. Day: Day2 |
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Tour Ends at Tokyo / Shinagawa / Shin-Yokohama Station
Day: Day2 |
Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto (Superior Twin Room)
Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto is a luxury hotel conveniently located near Shijo-Karasuma. It has received 3 Michelin Guides black pavilions for five consecutive years (2014 to 2018).
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Maximum 3 tickets can be booked
Inclusion
- Ordinary Car shinkansen (bullet train) tickets
- Meal (refer to the details in the schedule)
- Admission
- Bus fare
- Accommodation fee
- English-speaking guide
Start Timings
09:20
Duration
- 11 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 09:10:00 |
Check-in at Tokyo City i
Day: Day1 |
| 09:20:00 |
Depart
Day: Day1 |
|
09:40-10:20 Tokyo Station
Board the Nozomi Shinkansen bullet train for Kyoto. This fast and comfortable trip provides great opportunities to see Japan's countryside. Day: Day1 |
|
|
11:55-12:40 Arrival at Kyoto Station and Lunch
Start off your tour of Kyoto with a delicious buffet-style lunch at the elegant New MIyako Hotel. Day: Day1 |
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|
Todaiji Temple and Nara Park
Todaiji is a World Cultural Heritage Site home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in the world. and is the largest wooden building in Japan. Nara Park is a place of scenic beauty, with over 1,200 deer roaming freely throughout the park. Day: Day1 |
|
|
Kasuga Taisha Shrine
This historical Shinto shrine dates back to 768 and is known for the numerous bronze and stone lanterns on the grounds. Day: Day1 |
|
|
Nara Nagomikan
Visit the largest souvenir shop in Nara. Enjoy yourself in this spacious shop and look for the perfect souvenir for yourself and your loved ones. Day: Day1 |
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|
18:30-19:30 Drop-off at Hotels and Check-in
Day: Day1 |
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7:50-8;45 Depart from Your Hotel
Day: Day2 |
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Nijo Castle
The grounds of Nijo Castle consist of two concentric rings of fortification, the Honmaru (main circle of defense) and the Ninomaru (secondary circle of defense), along with beautiful gardens and various support buildings. Day: Day2 |
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Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
A gorgeous zen temple, the top two floors of Kinkaku-ji are completely covered in gold leaf. The Golden Pavilion is surrounded by one of the most exquisite Muromachi Period gardens in the area. Day: Day2 |
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Kyoto Imperial Palace (All Days Except Mondays*)
Located within the beautiful gardens of Kyoto Gyoen, this architectural beauty was the residence of the Emperor of Japan until 1869. *Mondays, Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday, May 14-17 for the Aoi Festival, New Year's holidays and whenever there is an Imperial Household event Day: Day2 |
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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Mondays and Days when Imperial Palace is Closed)
This shrine's main hall is a designated national treasure and is famous for housing the god of scholarship. The shrine is especially beautiful during the plum blossom and autumn foliage seasons. Day: Day2 |
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|
Lunch
Enjoy a Japanese set meal to fuel up for the afternoon. Vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, and other meal requests are not available. Day: Day2 |
|
|
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
Stroll through the thousand red torii gates as you make your way to the famed shrine. You will be able to spot many fox statues, symbols of the messenger of Inari (the god of grains), as you explore the shrine which was dedicated by the Hakata Clan to the god of rice and sake in the 8th century. Day: Day2 |
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|
Sanjusangendo Temple
This Buddhist temple received the name of Sanjusangendo (Hall of 33 spaces) because of the architecture of its 120-meter long hall. The hall holds 1,000 statues of the Thousand Armed Kannon, one of the most important Buddhist deities in Japan. Day: Day2 |
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Kiyomizudera Temple
Offering sweeping views of Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a Buddhist temple famous for its architecture where not a single nail was used in its construction, and its waters, which are supposed to grant wishes! Day: Day2 |
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18:00 - 19:00 Kyoto Station
Board the bullet train headed for Tokyo. Relax and reminisce about your fantastic journey through famous and historic shrines and temples. Day: Day2 |
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| 20:30:00 |
Tour Ends at Tokyo / Shinagawa / Shin-Yokohama Station
Day: Day2 |
Activity Detail
Restrictions
- Participants under the age of 20 may travel alone with written consent from a parent or guardian. Participants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- This tour is offered for travelers from overseas only. Residents of Japan may not take part in this tour.
- Children ages 0-5 will not have their own seat, meal or bedding at hotels. If you would like a seat, meal and bed for a child aged 0-5, please book them as a child (ages 6-11).
Additional Notes
- The Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed on the following days: Mondays, Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday, May 14-17 for the Aoi Festival, New Year's holidays, and whenever there is an Imperial Household event. On these days, the tour will proceed to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine instead.
- The tour does not include entrance to areas requiring admission at Kasuga Taisha Shrine.
- Nara Nagomikan may be omitted from the itinerary if it is closed on the day of the tour or as a result of traffic congestion.
- The tour will visit Nishi Hongan-ji Temple instead of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine on May 25th.
- Nijo Castle is closed on Tuesdays in January, July, August, and December. It is closed on the following day if Tuesday is a holiday. On these days or if the tour is during the year-end/New Year's holidays, Ryoan-ji Temple will be visited instead.
- Please note that due to repair and restoration work, part or all of the Kiyomizu-dera Temple Main Hall will not be visible.
- Vegetarian menus are available with advance notice on the first day.
- Pick-up and drop-off from hotels in Tokyo, meals, and other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary are not included in the tour fare.
Dressing & Items to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes. Participants will walk to and from Todaiji for 15 minutes one way.