Nara

World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience

4.9(1,834 reviews)
8h 30minFree cancellation

Description

Discover Nara's must-see landmarks on the deluxe coach tour and try to make Matcha tea at Uji in Kyoto, the birthplace of matcha. We will drive pass Fushimi Castle and Heijokyo Palace on the way to Nara. We will visit Todaiji Temple, a house of the Great Buddha of Nara and it is one of the world’s largest wooden buildings. Meet about 1,400 deer at Nara Park, you can even feed them rice crackers. Then we visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine where 3000 magical stone lanterns enlighten you. After lunch, we go to Uji area in Kyoto and try making Uji matcha tea! Spot the Byodo-in Phoenix Hall depicted on the back of the 10-yen coin at Uji. ・Cover Nara's must-see destinations and 3 World Heritages in a day! ・A Professional English-speaking guide leads this tour ・On top of that, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK ・Greet large Buddha at Todaiji Temple ・Enjoy cute deer at Nara Park ・Learn about Authentic tea while making it yourself in Uji, famous for matcha

Highlights

  • Bus Tours
  • Private and Luxury
  • Culture
  • Curated Catalog
  • Kid-Friendly
  • Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
  • Best Conversion
  • Day Trips
  • Excellent Quality
  • Full-day Tours

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Audio guide

Tedesco, Portoghese, UK, Inglese, Italiano, Francese, Spagnolo

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Last-minute bookings will receive reguler meal
  • A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
  • WiFi on board
  • Uji Macha making experience
  • Admission for Byodoin Temple
  • Please note that vegetarian meal arrangements can be made up to 2 days before the tour date
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Japanese style Lunch(If selected)
  • Admission for Todaiji Temple
  • Multilingual Audio Guidance

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Nara's most celebrated shrine

    Nara's most celebrated shrine

    30 min
  2. 2

    There are 1,400 deer living around vast Nara Park

    There are 1,400 deer living around vast Nara Park

    30 min
  3. 3

    The magnificent South Gate (Nandaimon) is a stunning example

    The magnificent South Gate (Nandaimon) is a stunning example of traditional Japanese architecture. Its impressive structure and historic significance make it a must-see, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of Japan’s past.

    5 min
  4. 4

    Todaiji Temple housing the Great Buddha of Nara and it is on

    Todaiji Temple housing the Great Buddha of Nara and it is one of the world’s largest wooden buildings.

    40 minAdmission included
  5. 5

    The palace site is included as one of the World Heritage Sit

    The palace site is included as one of the World Heritage Sites of Nara

    Pass by, no stop
  6. 6

    【Lunch】 ・Enjoy a traditional Japanese set meal at a restaura

    【Lunch】 ・Enjoy a traditional Japanese set meal at a restaurant along the beautiful Uji River. ・Vegetarian option available. (If you prefer a vegetarian meal, please indicate this in the notes when making your reservation. Please note that the soup contains fish broth.)

    50 min
  7. 7

    It is very famous because the Phoenix Hall is depicted on th

    It is very famous because the Phoenix Hall is depicted on the 10 yen coin

    40 minAdmission included
  8. 8

    【Matcha Making Experience】 Enjoy a matcha-making experience

    【Matcha Making Experience】 Enjoy a matcha-making experience at a historic tea shop with over 500 years of tradition. You will prepare your own bowl of matcha and learn the proper traditional way to drink it.

    30 min
  9. 9

    Let's walk around and taste matcha sweets

    Let's walk around and taste matcha sweets

    30 min

Meeting point

【MEETING POINT】 in front of Tully’s Coffee in Kyoto Avanti 【ADDRESS】31 Nishi-Sanno Cho, Higashi-kujo, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 【Meeting time】7:50am 【Departure time】8:00am ★Look out for green and white flag "Japan Panoramic Tours" ★No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows

Useful information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour. Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available on the bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Germany, Portuguese, Ukrainan
  • Vegetarian meal options are available. (some of the products contain fish-based broth)
  • We are unable to accommodate vegan, gluten-free, or wheat allergy requests. We are also unable to accommodate other specific allergies such as fish or soy. If you have any other dietary restrictions or allergies, please be sure to inform us at least 2 days prior to the tour date. We may not be able to accommodate any requests made after this deadline.
  • Please let us know your booking numbers and total number of people before the tour, if you have several bookings or if you have booked separately so that we can arrange same bus for you..
  • Please make sure to bring cash with you. Deer crackers can only be purchased with cash, and some shops also accept cash only, so having cash will be necessary and convenient.
  • We do not supply any extra pick up & drop off service.
  • The lunch/restaurant may change due to operational reasons.
  • If any of the visiting places is closed, we will try to attend an alternative place.
  • Customers will walk including stairs and hills in each places
  • Due to the weather conditions, traffic conditions, or suspension of operation, we may have a possibility not to achieve all the activities. The tour will be attending to alternative place or giving out a gift as a compensation, depending on the situation at that time. There will not be any refunds for these changes.
  • Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and operation.
  • Late arrivals will not be entertained and joining midway is not feasible for the tour. Please arrive the meeting point on time.
  • Not recommended for travelers who can not walk long distance. This tour includes lots of walkings.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-3 anni
  • Bambino4-11 anni
    14,359
  • Adulto12-99 anni
    19,488

Review distribution

  • 5
    2,374
  • 4
    99
  • 3
    19
  • 2
    3
  • 1
    3

Available options

  • From Kyoto(No Lunch)

    ★: You may have lunch by yourself

  • From Kyoto (Lunch)

    ★: The tour with lunch Vegetarian lunch Avalable Please request up to 2 days before the tour date

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