Too much time in the coach
Posted Date: 2025/11/01
yes the weather was bad and the traffic also, however it felt like trying to cram too much into the day especially when doing two pick ups and drop offs an hour apart
Kyoto & Nara Day Tour with Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, and Nara Park from Kyoto
Highlights
- Enjoy full English guidance — perfect for international visitors
- Visit Kyoto’s iconic Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), a shining symbol of Kyoto
- Walk through the stunning red torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Explore Arashiyama’s bamboo grove and scenic Togetsukyo Bridge
What to expect
Explore Kyoto and Nara’s top attractions in one day from Kyoto, including Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, and Nara Park. Enjoy English guidance throughout and discover the charm of Japan’s ancient capitals.
What's included
- English-speaking guide
- Bus fare
- Highway tolls
- Admission Fee (Kinkaku-ji)
About this experience
The tour price does not include the admission fee for Todai-ji Temple. If you wish to visit during your free time in Nara Park, please pay the entrance fee on site.
Schedule
- —Meet at Kyoto VIP Lounge for check-in
- 09:10DepartureCheck-in closes 10 minutes before departure.
- 09:50Check-in closes 10 minutes before departure.Visit the world-famous Golden Pavilion, a symbol of Kyoto’s Kitayama culture. The temple’s upper floors are covered in gold leaf, beautifully reflected in the mirror pond below.
- 11:00ArashiyamaStroll through the famous bamboo grove and enjoy the view of Togetsukyo Bridge. Arashiyama’s seasonal beauty, from cherry blossoms to autumn colors, offers endless photo opportunities.
- 13:50Fushimi Inari ShrineVisit the head shrine of over 30,000 Inari shrines in Japan. Walk through the iconic “Senbon Torii,” thousands of vermilion gates forming one of Kyoto’s most mesmerizing sights.
- 16:00Nara ParkNara Park is a spacious 660-hectare area home to Todai-ji, Kasuga Taisha, and many friendly deer. Enjoy a pleasant stroll in this historic park. (Admission to Todai-ji is not included and should be paid on site if you wish to enter.)
- —Tour Ends at Kyoto VIP Lounge
Location and Directions
Check-in
Kyoto VIP Lounge
Terada Building 1F, 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Japan, 〒601-8417
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Restrictions
- Infants up to 3 years old can join for free but must sit on a parent’s lap as no seat is provided.
- One infant (aged 0–3) can join for free per adult. A child fare will be required for any additional infants.
- Please note that children cannot participate without being accompanied by an adult.
Other requirements
- Please check in and be ready at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure.
- Please review the travel terms and conditions before applying.(In Japanese)
- Please review the terms and conditions before applying.(In Japanese)
Additional notes
- There will be an English speaking guide for this activity.
- Due to weather conditions or heavy crowds, the duration of stay at each location may be shortened or the visit may be canceled. The order of the itinerary may also vary depending on the bus. Please note that in case of a delay upon return, any additional transportation or accommodation costs will not be covered.
- Please note that the vehicle size may be adjusted depending on the number of participants and conditions on the day.
- Depending on the number of participants, both English and Chinese commentary may be provided on the same bus.
- Commentary will be provided on the bus. Upon arrival at each spot, guests can explore the area at their own pace.
- Please note that the color of the leaves and scenery may vary depending on the season.
- This tour may operate together with a Chinese-speaking group.
- This tour is designed for international visitors to Japan, and guidance will be provided in English. Please note that depending on the number of participants, both English and Chinese commentary may be given on the same bus.。
- [Planning and Operation]
Heisei Enterprise, Inc.
HEG Building 5F, 5-22-26 Honcho, Shiki-shi, Saitama 353-0004, Japan
Registered Travel Agency No. 2095 (Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency)
Certified Travel Service Supervisor: Takao Yanamoto
Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) - [Authorized Sales Agent]
VELTRA Corporation
Nihon Seimei Nihonbashi Building 5F (Reception 4F),
2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027, Japan
Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) - [Tour Conditions]
Departure / Return Location:
Villa Namba / Osaka VIP Lounge
Tour Type: One-day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Operating Bus Company: Heisei Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Meals Included: Breakfast 0 / Lunch 0 / Dinner 0
Accommodation: Not included
Minimum Number of Participants: 1 people
Tour Conductor: Included
Operated by
HEISEI ENTERPRISE,Inc.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.
- 8-11 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 20%
- 2-8 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 30%
- 1-2 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 40%
- After 5:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%
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Guide (Nick) was kind and fun. Thank you.
Posted Date: 2025/07/10
On June 26, I participated in the English tour with three others. "Thank you, Nick. It was fun."
Overall, it was good. Here are some points of concern:
1) We gathered more than 30 minutes early for the 9:00 AM departure from the Kyoto VIP Lounge (check-in ended 10 minutes prior), but the bus actually arrived and started at 9:30 AM.
2) I wanted more time at Nara Park. Playing with the deer was the main reason for participating, but we had no time at all after visiting Todai-ji.
3) The tours from Osa… On June 26, I participated in the English tour with three others. "Thank you, Nick. It was fun."
Overall, it was good. Here are some points of concern:
1) We gathered more than 30 minutes early for the 9:00 AM departure from the Kyoto VIP Lounge (check-in ended 10 minutes prior), but the bus actually arrived and started at 9:30 AM.
2) I wanted more time at Nara Park. Playing with the deer was the main reason for participating, but we had no time at all after visiting Todai-ji.
3) The tours from Osaka and Kyoto should be separated. The driver was too concerned about their working hours, which made it difficult for the guide. If there wasn't a 1 to 2-hour round trip from Osaka, the tour could have been more relaxed, allowing customers to enjoy it more leisurely (especially for foreign tours). This way, we could allocate an additional 30 minutes at each point. 6/26 英語ツアーに4名で参加の村中。「Nickさん、ありがとう。楽しかったです。」
全体的には良かった。気になる点だけ箇条書きで。
1）京都VIPラウンジ9時出発⁽10分前受付で終了）ということで30分以上前に集合したが、実際BUSが来てスタートしたのが09:30だった。
2）奈良公園でもっと時間が欲しかった。鹿と遊べるのを参加の最大の理由だったが、東大寺に行ったら全く時間がなかった。
3）大阪発着と京都発着を分けるべき。ドライバーの勤務時間を気にし過ぎて、その調整でガイドが気の毒。大阪の往復1時間～2時間の移動距離がなければ、ツ… 6/26 英語ツアーに4名で参加の村中。「Nickさん、ありがとう。楽しかったです。」
全体的には良かった。気になる点だけ箇条書きで。
1）京都VIPラウンジ9時出発⁽10分前受付で終了）ということで30分以上前に集合したが、実際BUSが来てスタートしたのが09:30だった。
2）奈良公園でもっと時間が欲しかった。鹿と遊べるのを参加の最大の理由だったが、東大寺に行ったら全く時間がなかった。
3）大阪発着と京都発着を分けるべき。ドライバーの勤務時間を気にし過ぎて、その調整でガイドが気の毒。大阪の往復1時間～2時間の移動距離がなければ、ツアーにもっと余裕が出来てお客もゆっくり楽しめるはず。（特に外国人ツアーは）
そうすると各ポイントで＋30分は時間を取れるはず。
Overall, it was good. Here are some points of concern:
1) We gathered more than 30 minutes early for the 9:00 AM departure from the Kyoto VIP Lounge (check-in ended 10 minutes prior), but the bus actually arrived and started at 9:30 AM.
2) I wanted more time at Nara Park. Playing with the deer was the main reason for participating, but we had no time at all after visiting Todai-ji.
3) The tours from Osa… On June 26, I participated in the English tour with three others. "Thank you, Nick. It was fun."
Overall, it was good. Here are some points of concern:
1) We gathered more than 30 minutes early for the 9:00 AM departure from the Kyoto VIP Lounge (check-in ended 10 minutes prior), but the bus actually arrived and started at 9:30 AM.
2) I wanted more time at Nara Park. Playing with the deer was the main reason for participating, but we had no time at all after visiting Todai-ji.
3) The tours from Osaka and Kyoto should be separated. The driver was too concerned about their working hours, which made it difficult for the guide. If there wasn't a 1 to 2-hour round trip from Osaka, the tour could have been more relaxed, allowing customers to enjoy it more leisurely (especially for foreign tours). This way, we could allocate an additional 30 minutes at each point. 6/26 英語ツアーに4名で参加の村中。「Nickさん、ありがとう。楽しかったです。」
全体的には良かった。気になる点だけ箇条書きで。
1）京都VIPラウンジ9時出発⁽10分前受付で終了）ということで30分以上前に集合したが、実際BUSが来てスタートしたのが09:30だった。
2）奈良公園でもっと時間が欲しかった。鹿と遊べるのを参加の最大の理由だったが、東大寺に行ったら全く時間がなかった。
3）大阪発着と京都発着を分けるべき。ドライバーの勤務時間を気にし過ぎて、その調整でガイドが気の毒。大阪の往復1時間～2時間の移動距離がなければ、ツ… 6/26 英語ツアーに4名で参加の村中。「Nickさん、ありがとう。楽しかったです。」
全体的には良かった。気になる点だけ箇条書きで。
1）京都VIPラウンジ9時出発⁽10分前受付で終了）ということで30分以上前に集合したが、実際BUSが来てスタートしたのが09:30だった。
2）奈良公園でもっと時間が欲しかった。鹿と遊べるのを参加の最大の理由だったが、東大寺に行ったら全く時間がなかった。
3）大阪発着と京都発着を分けるべき。ドライバーの勤務時間を気にし過ぎて、その調整でガイドが気の毒。大阪の往復1時間～2時間の移動距離がなければ、ツアーにもっと余裕が出来てお客もゆっくり楽しめるはず。（特に外国人ツアーは）
そうすると各ポイントで＋30分は時間を取れるはず。
Machine translated from Japanese
Participated with friends in Hawaii.
Posted Date: 2024/06/22
It seems to be a tour starting in Osaka, and the bus arrived in Kyoto 20 minutes late, which delayed the start. However, the stays at the subsequent sightseeing spots were just the right length, allowing me to show my friend the things I wanted them to see. I was really satisfied to show them Fushimi Inari and Kinkaku-ji, which I really wanted them to see. The lunch with hot pot was delicious too!
At the end in Nara, we were told that we might not have time to see the Great Buddha at Todai-ji be… It seems to be a tour starting in Osaka, and the bus arrived in Kyoto 20 minutes late, which delayed the start. However, the stays at the subsequent sightseeing spots were just the right length, allowing me to show my friend the things I wanted them to see. I was really satisfied to show them Fushimi Inari and Kinkaku-ji, which I really wanted them to see. The lunch with hot pot was delicious too!
At the end in Nara, we were told that we might not have time to see the Great Buddha at Todai-ji because we were running late, and I was disappointed. However, the guide quickly took all the participants to the front of Todai-ji, so we were able to see the Great Buddha safely.
Thank you very much. If you want to take your time to look around, you might feel a bit rushed, but I think it's a good tour for those who want to cover the main sightseeing spots in a short amount of time. 大阪スタートのツアーのようで、京都には20分遅れでバスが来たので、スタートが遅れましたが、その後の観光地でもちょうどいい長さの滞在で、友人に見せたかったものを見せることができました。伏見稲荷と金閣寺は、本当に見せたかったので大満足でした。お昼の鍋も美味しかったです♪
そして最後の奈良では時間が押して東大寺の大仏を見る時間がないかもと言われたのですが、がっかりしていたら、ガイドさんが、東大寺の前まで参加者全員を連れて早歩きで連れていってくださったので、無事大仏さんも見れました。
ありがとうございました。
… 大阪スタートのツアーのようで、京都には20分遅れでバスが来たので、スタートが遅れましたが、その後の観光地でもちょうどいい長さの滞在で、友人に見せたかったものを見せることができました。伏見稲荷と金閣寺は、本当に見せたかったので大満足でした。お昼の鍋も美味しかったです♪
そして最後の奈良では時間が押して東大寺の大仏を見る時間がないかもと言われたのですが、がっかりしていたら、ガイドさんが、東大寺の前まで参加者全員を連れて早歩きで連れていってくださったので、無事大仏さんも見れました。
ありがとうございました。
ゆっくり見たいなら少し時間が足りないと感じるかもしれませんが、メインの観光地を短い時間で抑えたい方には良いツアーだと思います。
At the end in Nara, we were told that we might not have time to see the Great Buddha at Todai-ji be… It seems to be a tour starting in Osaka, and the bus arrived in Kyoto 20 minutes late, which delayed the start. However, the stays at the subsequent sightseeing spots were just the right length, allowing me to show my friend the things I wanted them to see. I was really satisfied to show them Fushimi Inari and Kinkaku-ji, which I really wanted them to see. The lunch with hot pot was delicious too!
At the end in Nara, we were told that we might not have time to see the Great Buddha at Todai-ji because we were running late, and I was disappointed. However, the guide quickly took all the participants to the front of Todai-ji, so we were able to see the Great Buddha safely.
Thank you very much. If you want to take your time to look around, you might feel a bit rushed, but I think it's a good tour for those who want to cover the main sightseeing spots in a short amount of time. 大阪スタートのツアーのようで、京都には20分遅れでバスが来たので、スタートが遅れましたが、その後の観光地でもちょうどいい長さの滞在で、友人に見せたかったものを見せることができました。伏見稲荷と金閣寺は、本当に見せたかったので大満足でした。お昼の鍋も美味しかったです♪
そして最後の奈良では時間が押して東大寺の大仏を見る時間がないかもと言われたのですが、がっかりしていたら、ガイドさんが、東大寺の前まで参加者全員を連れて早歩きで連れていってくださったので、無事大仏さんも見れました。
ありがとうございました。
… 大阪スタートのツアーのようで、京都には20分遅れでバスが来たので、スタートが遅れましたが、その後の観光地でもちょうどいい長さの滞在で、友人に見せたかったものを見せることができました。伏見稲荷と金閣寺は、本当に見せたかったので大満足でした。お昼の鍋も美味しかったです♪
そして最後の奈良では時間が押して東大寺の大仏を見る時間がないかもと言われたのですが、がっかりしていたら、ガイドさんが、東大寺の前まで参加者全員を連れて早歩きで連れていってくださったので、無事大仏さんも見れました。
ありがとうございました。
ゆっくり見たいなら少し時間が足りないと感じるかもしれませんが、メインの観光地を短い時間で抑えたい方には良いツアーだと思います。
Machine translated from Japanese
I had a great time.
Posted Date: 2025/03/29
I was a bit anxious before participating in the tour to Kyoto and Nara because it was only available in English, and I don't speak English very well. However, the guide was kind and helpful, which made the experience very enjoyable. I'm glad I signed up for it.参加日の京都、奈良に行くツアーが、英語ツアーしかなく、そんなに英語が喋れたりもしないので、参加する前は少し不安でしたが、ガイドさんが優しく、親切に対応してくれた事もあり、大変楽しく参加する事が出来ました。申し込んで良かったと思っています。
Machine translated from Japanese
Good places for sightseeing.
Posted Date: 2026/05/31
Tour guide Mr. Mike narration is good.
The trip itinerary slip with brief details was missing.
The trip itinerary slip with brief details was missing.
