From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with lunch

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Kyoto, Japan

5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned bus
Entrance fee of Todaiji
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance Square Sunken Garden
Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
Meet with a guide at Kyoto Station - Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking Area (In Front of KYOTO AVANTI) Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:25 am

Itinerary

Kyoto Station Building (Pass By)

Todai-ji Temple

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Nara

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kasuga Grand Shrine

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a group tour, not a private tour. Please note that we are unable to make any additions to the itinerary based on individual requests, regardless of the number of participants.
If the minimum number of participants 4 is not met by 14 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be cancelled.
Please note that some of the buildings and Buddha statues may look different or you may not be able to see them due to constructions.
Please note that bringing large luggage during the tour is not allowed.
Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
The bus will depart according to the schedule and will not wait for late arrivals.

This tour may involve the use of either a bus or a train, or a combination of both.
The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed
Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book. especially if the tour includes lunch.
Wheelchair is not accessible. This tour involves a lot of walking. If you have trouble walking, we advise you not to book this tour.
Please note that we are unable to accommodate menu changes on the day of the tour.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Susan_G

Had a great day at Nara, our guide Tammie gave us lots of information on route. There is a lot of walking but times allows for steady pace. The Buddha shrine is breathtaking such an immense structure. We had fun feeding the deers they are very used to humans and not shy, Tammie gave us good tips for feeding methods and she was right they do bite! Lunch was a terrific experience, all the staff were very kind. Really enjoyed the tour, ookini 👍

Reviews

4.8

based on 106 reviews

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Good for a short visit to Nara

Natalia_p, Apr 2026

It is a very well organised tour so if you have a very short time yo visit Nara it is good for you . Lunch was good . Our tour guide was very polite , patient and friendly.

Nara Unique.

ALFONSO_I, Mar 2026

A lovely escursion full of interest and variety, from culture tò food. Well organised and enjoyable. The guide was Yoko.

Impressive Nara

Susan_G, Sep 2025

The guide was amazing,...

Ali_N, Jul 2025

The guide was amazing, helpful and very friendly. She was knowledgeable and I am so happy we took the tour.

You meet in front of the...

Isabelle_M, May 2025

We had a lovely time! It was amazing to see all of the deer and the stunning temples and shrines. Our brilliant tour guide, Mana made the experience great too! :)