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Kyoto Matcha Tour: Nara Park, Uji, and Hot Spring from Osaka/Kyoto

Deer walking along a street in Nara, Japan, with shops and people in the background.
Buddha statue with offerings inside Tōdai-ji Temple, Nara, Japan.
Barista whisking matcha green tea in a bowl.
Man holding a bowl of matcha tea on a wooden coaster.

Duration

10 hr - 11 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

    • Discover Nara and Uji in a day, with deer encounters, Byodo-in Temple, Uji’s matcha culture, and a relaxing soak in a natural hot spring.

    • Feed friendly deer in Nara Park, home to Todaiji Temple’s 15m Great Buddha and Kasuga Taisha Shrine with its lantern-lined forest paths.

    • Explore Uji, Japan’s tea capital, visit the UNESCO-listed Byodo-in Temple on the 10-yen coin, and stroll the streets filled with matcha treats.

    • End your trip at Uji’s Genji Hot Spring, where indoor and outdoor baths fed by natural waters offer the perfect way to unwind.

    • Opt for round-trip transfers from Osaka Namba Shinsaibashi area or hotel pickup in Osaka, avoiding the stress of transit planning.

    • Full-day guided tour of Nara, Uji, and a hot spring retreat.

    • A/C transportation

    • Pickup from Osaka Namba Shinsaibashi area (as per option selected)

    • Pickup from Kyoto Station (as per option selected)

    • Landmarks visited:

      • Nara Park visit

      • Uji (Byodo-in Temple area) visit

      • Hot spring facility visit

    • Lunch

    • Admission to Byodo-in Temple and the hot spring

    • Gratuities

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Bring a towel for the hot spring, or rent one on-site.

    • Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

    • Bring Japanese yen for admission fees, meals, and personal expenses, as these are not included.

    • Carry a valid photo ID for verification if requested.

    What’s not allowed

    • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

    • Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the tour.

    • Smoking is not allowed on the bus or at designated non-smoking areas during the tour.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • Admission fees for Byodo-in Temple and the hot spring are not included in your ticket and must be paid on-site.

    • Lunch is not included; please make your own arrangements.

    • This is a large group tour.

    • Hotel pickup is only available from designated hotels in Osaka for select variants; please check your booking confirmation for details.

    • The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress accordingly.

    • Gratuities are not included and are optional.

    • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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