From Osaka, 1-day Private Guided Tour
- 8.5 Hours guided private tour
- Transportation: Train or subway – I’ll meet you and escort you back to the port
- Visit: See the list below
Kyoto and Nara are rich with UNESCO World Heritage sites and national treasures—two days simply aren’t enough to see it all. I’ve selected these highlights for you, but if there’s anywhere else you’re interested in, just let me know and I’ll tailor the tour to your preferences. - Guests: 4 people
$140/psn if 4 guests
$180/psn if 3 guests
Day 2. Kyoto
Kyoto blends ancient temples, traditional culture, and seasonal beauty—Japan’s timeless heart and former imperial capital.
8:30AM
Osaka Harbor (大阪港)
Meet up at the harbor
Take a train (about 1 hour) to Kyoto, then take a taxi to the next stop.
10
-11:30AM
Kiyomizu-dera (清水寺)
Perched on a hillside, Kiyomizu-dera offers sweeping city views and centuries of spiritual devotion in every beam and stone.
Admission: 500JPY
11:30AM
-2PM
Gion Stroll & Lunch (祇園)
Walk through Gion’s historic streets, where geisha traditions and wooden tea houses keep Kyoto’s old soul alive.
Lunch at a traditional tea house.
2-3:30PM
Kennin-ji (建仁寺)
Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple, Kennin-ji invites quiet reflection beneath soaring dragons and serene rock gardens.
Admission: 800JPY
Head back to Osaka by taxi and train
5PM
Osaka Harbor (大阪港)
*Tour end time is based on your cruise itinerary (6PM).
Alternative Destination: Kinkaku-ji (金閣寺)
Shining in gold across a tranquil pond, Kinkaku-ji captures the elegance and stillness of Japan’s Zen aesthetic.
Additional Information
Cancellation
Full refund if cancelled 48+ hours before the meet-up time
Included
Transportation (train/taxi fare), bottled water and gratuity
NOT Included
Admission fee
Food or drinks purchased during lunch or breaks
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