Private Tour / Nara Kyoto
Private Tour Kyoto and Nara (Driver only / No guide included)
Explorer Tours offers a premium private tour of Kyoto and Nara in a luxury Toyota Alphard, featuring a dedicated English-speaking chauffeur for a seamless, comfortable, and completely independent exploration of Japan's historic and cultural landmarks.
Overview
Discover the timeless beauty of Japan’s ancient capitals, Kyoto and Nara,
in the comfort and privacy of a chauffeured vehicle.
This exclusive private tour is designed for travelers seeking a refined and
relaxing journey, allowing you to fully enjoy Japan’s rich culture and
renowned landmarks.
At Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, admire the breathtaking sight of
thousands of vermilion torii gates winding up the mountainside. In Gion,
Kyoto’s most celebrated geisha district, immerse yourself in the historic
charm of its traditional streets.
In Nara, meet the gentle deer of Nara Park and marvel at the awe-inspiring
Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple.
Explorer Tours offers a premium private service that goes beyond
conventional travel. A dedicated professional chauffeur will accompany you
in a high-end vehicle, ensuring a smooth, comfortable, and personalized journey.
Unlike large-group bus tours, we place the highest priority on your group’s
privacy and comfort, providing thoughtful and attentive service with a
personal touch.
Itinerary
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha, founded in the year 711 to worship the Shinto god of rice, Inari. Consistently listed as one of the most popular places in Japan. It is the most visited shrine in all of Japan. Over 2.5 million Japanese will visit the shrine during the first three days of the new year to pray for good luck, particularly in work and business. Join them and other tourists and locals climbing through the 1,000= torii gates that line the hillside and bask in over 1300 years of history.
Gion
Walk around the Gion area and take in the traditional townscape of Kyoto. You will also have your lunch and free time in this area. Enjoy a bite and you can also shop for souvenirs in some of the traditional old stores in the area. If you are lucky, you might see a Geiko or Maiko (Geisha) walking around the area.
Nandaimon Gate
Walk toward The Great South Gate, or Nandaimon, the main gates of Todai-ji temple, and bask in its size of this great structure. The Nandaimon gate, which stands at the entrance of the approach to Todaiji Temple, is a massive structure with a height of about 25.5m, and the Ni-o guardian statues located in Nandaimon are also a site to behold. Walk through this great gate, and see the magnificent large wooden Ni-o statues. housed in the great Nandaimon Gates.
Todai-ji Temple
Todaiji Temple was built to pray for the peace of the country. The Great Buddha Hall, where the Great Buddha sits, is one of the largest wooden structure in the world, with a width of about 57m, a depth of about 50m, and a height of about 48m. Originally completed in 751, the structure was destroyed in 1181 and 1567. The current building we see today was rebuilt in 1709, and was registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.
Nara Park
Here our tour conductor will talk about the history of Nara and the nearby temples while assisting you in feeding and playing with the famous bowing deer of Nara Park. Vendors sell crackers to feed the deer for 200 yen per pack.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gasoline cost
- Highway tolls
- Parking Fees
- English-speaking Conductor
- Admission fee
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Infants must sit on laps
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Activity Level: This tour involves walking through historic districts and temple grounds. It is not recommended for travelers with mobility challenges.
- Flexibility: While we follow a curated itinerary, the private nature of the tour allows for a more relaxed and flexible pace.
- Meeting Point: If you selected “I’ll decide later,” please send us a message via Viator to finalize your pickup location.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate