About This Tour
Experience western Japan on this day trip through Kyoto and Nara. Explore the serene nature of Arashiyama, stroll the gardens of Kyoto's UNESCO-listed Kinkaku-ji, and enjoy feeding deer in Nara Park. ・Visit the gorgeous golden Kinkaku-ji and its immaculate original gardens ・Explore the serene bamboo grove of Arashiyama ・Walk through Nara Park and feed the wild deer ・See the Great Buddha Statue at Todaiji temple
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Todai-ji
Togetsukyo - The Moon Crossing Bridge in Arashiyama.
Walk through the serene Sagano Bamboo forest in Arashiyama.
See Todaiji Temple in Nara, home to one of the 3 Great Buddha statues in Japan!
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Ancient Capital Tour: Kyoto and Nara Highlights from Kyoto/Osaka
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Meeting Point
The meeting point is on the ground floor (1F) JR Namba OCAT Building, near DAISO. Meeting time: 8:50 AM Departure time: 9:00 AM ★If you have trouble finding the meeting point, please contact the emergency call center, available 30 minutes before departure until 6:30 p.m.
Meet at the tourist bus parking area infront of Kyoto AVANTI. Meeting time: 9:05 AM Departure time: 9:15 AM ★If you have trouble finding the meeting point, please contact the emergency call center, available 30 minutes before departure until 6:30 p.m.
Special Instructions
If you face any difficulties while going to the meeting point, dial the emergency call center from 30 minutes before the departure time until 18:30. +816-6131-5340 Link for the call center: https://limonbus.livecall.jp Since we only have 1 line for each language, there's a high possibility that our call center will be busy during the departure time. Please arrive at the pickup location with ample spare time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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