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Enjoy seeing the main sights of both Kyoto and Nara in one day. This day tour takes you to Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Kyoto Imperial Palace and the Kyoto Handicraft Center in Kyoto, then the Todaiji Temple, Deer Park and Kasuga Shrine in Nara.
Kyoto was Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is now the country's seventh largest city with a population of 1.4 million people and a modern face. Enjoy this morning tour to see some of the main highlights of this wonderful city, steeped in culture.Japan's first permanent capital was established in the year 710 at Heijo, the city now known as Nara. Nara is located in the Kinai plain, less than one hour from Kyoto. Due to its past as the first permanent capital, it remains full of historic treasures, including some of Japan's oldest Buddhist temples.
IMPORTANT: The Imperial Palace will be closed on April 22 and April 30, 2009. The Imperial Palace will be substituted with a visit to the Nishihonganji Temple. The Nishihonganji temple houses several national treasures and is a UNESCO world heritage site.
Nijo Castle The Kyoto Residence of the Tokugawa Shogun built in 1603, Nijo Castle is noted for the contrast of its solemn appearance and gorgeous interiors. On Tuesday's in January, July, August and December when Nijo Castle is closed, the tour will visit Ryoanji Temple instead.
Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) Kyoto's most popular temple is the home of perhaps the world's most authentic and exquisite Japanese Garden, as well as the celebrated Golden Pavilion.
Kyoto Imperial Palace The ancient Imperial Palace clearly shows the Japanese taste for purity, simplicity and calmness. On Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays the Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed, tour will visit Kitano Tenmangu instead. This shrine is known as the god of study.
Buffet Lunch at Kyoto Handicraft Center Enjoy a buffet lunch (soft drinks included, alcoholic drinks not included) and shopping at Kyoto Handicraft Center. Enjoy demonstrations of Japanese traditional arts and crafts.
Todaiji Temple Todaiji Temple, constructed in the 8th century, is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples. In it's huge precincts are various national treasures of Japan. The Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall) is one of the world's largest wooden buildings.
Deer Park Over 1,000 tame deer roam freely in the verdant 1,250 acres peaceful park. If you wish to feed the deer, they will gladly eat from your hand.
Kasuga Shrine The most famous and beautiful Shinto shrine in Nara, it features some 3,000 antique stone and bronze lanterns.
- Join this Kyoto and Nara full-day tour to experience the historic treasures of Japan
- Visit Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple
- Buffet Lunch at Kyoto Handicraft Center
- Feed deers at the Deer Park
- English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup from selected Osaka hotels
- Plenty of photo opportunities
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Kyoto and Nara Day Tour including Golden Pavilion and Todaiji Temple from Osaka
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- 29 December to 5 January
Tour departs from selected Osaka hotels
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Hotel Granvia Osaka
Departure Time:- 7.40am from Hotel Granvia Osaka
- Hilton Osaka: 7.20am
- Swissotel Nankai Osaka: 7.10am
- Nikko Osaka: 7.10am
- New Hankyu Hotel: 7:20am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Duration: 10 hours (approx.) Return details:Tour concludes upon arrival at Kintestu Namba Station (in Osaka) at approximately 6.00pm.
- Hotel pickup (from selected Kyoto hotels only)
- Transportation by Motorcoach, JR Rail and Kintetsu Rail
- Admission Fees
- Buffet lunch
- English speaking guide
- Tax
- Entering Treasures Hall
- Entering Manyo Botanical Gardens at Kasuga Shrine
- Hotel drop off
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- You will be asked for your full name, nationality, gender and age to follow the necessary procedures before entering Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer
- Some parts of pathway on this tour have gravel surface
If you cancel at least 8 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 per cent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 per cent cancellation fee.
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