Nara Park, Osaka Castle, Dotonbori & Kobe Full-Day Tour from Kyoto
by Amigo Tours Japan
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The tour begins with a meeting at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande, where participants board a bus to start a full-day trip visiting Nara, Osaka, and Kobe. The bus ride to Nara takes about one hour. In Nara, the group visits Tōdaiji Temple, which houses the Great Buddha statue, then walks through Nara Park to see and interact with over 1,000 freely roaming deer. There is time for photos and an optional lunch break. After about one hour traveling by bus, the tour continues to Osaka’s Dotonbori district, known for its bright neon signs and busy canal area. Guests have free time to explore the food stalls, try street food such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki, and take in the atmosphere. Next, the bus goes to Osaka Castle with a 30-minute journey. Visitors walk through Osaka Castle Park to view the castle’s exterior, including stone walls, moats, and main tower, but no interior access is included. The gardens around the castle offer a scenic setting. The final stop is Kobe, where the group has free time to explore the city famous for its beef. The tour concludes with a bus ride back to Kyoto, where guests can return to their hotels or continue their evening independently. The whole tour lasts about 10 and a half hours and includes bilingual English and Spanish guide services and transportation from the meeting point. Entrance fees and food are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande
Guests meet the guide at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande to begin the full-day tour covering Nara, Osaka, and Kobe. The group boards a comfortable bus for the day ahead.
30 min
Nara Park
The bus ride from Kyoto to Nara takes about one hour. In Nara, the tour visits Tōdaiji Temple, home to the Great Buddha statue. Afterwards, there is a walk through Nara Park where over 1,000 deer roam freely. Visitors have time to take photos, interact with the deer, and may take a lunch break here.
150 min
Dotonbori, Osaka
After about one hour on the bus, the group arrives in Osaka’s Dotonbori district. Guests have free time to explore the lively food and entertainment area, try local street foods like takoyaki and okonomiyaki, and view the neon Glico sign along the canal.
90 min
Osaka Castle
The bus travels approximately 30 minutes to Osaka Castle. Visitors walk through the castle park to see the castle’s exterior, including stone walls, moats, and the main tower. No entry inside the castle is included. The surrounding gardens provide a scenic area for photos and relaxation.
60 min
Kobe
The tour includes free time in Kobe, a city known worldwide for its beef. Visitors can explore the area independently during this stop.
50 min
Return to Kyoto
After the stops, the bus returns to Kyoto. Guests may return to their hotels or continue spending their evening in the city. The total duration of the tour is about 10 and a half hours.
60 min
Meeting point
Please meet the guide at the meeting point, outside the Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande. The guide will be waiting with a sign of Amigo Tours. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the departure time for the check-in.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Nara Park, Osaka Castle, Dotonbori & Kobe Full-Day Tour from Kyoto
by Amigo Tours Japan
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$178Overview
The tour begins with a meeting at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande, where participants board a bus to start a full-day trip visiting Nara, Osaka, and Kobe. The bus ride to Nara takes about one hour. In Nara, the group visits Tōdaiji Temple, which houses the Great Buddha statue, then walks through Nara Park to see and interact with over 1,000 freely roaming deer. There is time for photos and an optional lunch break. After about one hour traveling by bus, the tour continues to Osaka’s Dotonbori district, known for its bright neon signs and busy canal area. Guests have free time to explore the food stalls, try street food such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki, and take in the atmosphere. Next, the bus goes to Osaka Castle with a 30-minute journey. Visitors walk through Osaka Castle Park to view the castle’s exterior, including stone walls, moats, and main tower, but no interior access is included. The gardens around the castle offer a scenic setting. The final stop is Kobe, where the group has free time to explore the city famous for its beef. The tour concludes with a bus ride back to Kyoto, where guests can return to their hotels or continue their evening independently. The whole tour lasts about 10 and a half hours and includes bilingual English and Spanish guide services and transportation from the meeting point. Entrance fees and food are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande
Guests meet the guide at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande to begin the full-day tour covering Nara, Osaka, and Kobe. The group boards a comfortable bus for the day ahead.
30 min
Nara Park
The bus ride from Kyoto to Nara takes about one hour. In Nara, the tour visits Tōdaiji Temple, home to the Great Buddha statue. Afterwards, there is a walk through Nara Park where over 1,000 deer roam freely. Visitors have time to take photos, interact with the deer, and may take a lunch break here.
150 min
Dotonbori, Osaka
After about one hour on the bus, the group arrives in Osaka’s Dotonbori district. Guests have free time to explore the lively food and entertainment area, try local street foods like takoyaki and okonomiyaki, and view the neon Glico sign along the canal.
90 min
Osaka Castle
The bus travels approximately 30 minutes to Osaka Castle. Visitors walk through the castle park to see the castle’s exterior, including stone walls, moats, and the main tower. No entry inside the castle is included. The surrounding gardens provide a scenic area for photos and relaxation.
60 min
Kobe
The tour includes free time in Kobe, a city known worldwide for its beef. Visitors can explore the area independently during this stop.
50 min
Return to Kyoto
After the stops, the bus returns to Kyoto. Guests may return to their hotels or continue spending their evening in the city. The total duration of the tour is about 10 and a half hours.
60 min
Meeting point
Please meet the guide at the meeting point, outside the Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande. The guide will be waiting with a sign of Amigo Tours. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the departure time for the check-in.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.