Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 79 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto worth booking?
Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto is a 6-hour experience in Kyoto, Japan, from $14600 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 79 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (79)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $14600 per person
Discover Kyoto and nara on a full-day guided tour. Visit the Todai-ji temple, The temple is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara", together with seven other sites includin
What you get
About this experience
Discover Kyoto and nara on a full-day guided tour. Visit the Todai-ji temple, The temple is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara", together with seven other sites including temples, shrines and places in the city of Nara. Experience feeding the deer at Nara Park, and see the famous Golden Pavilion of kyoto, explore the kimono forest , marvel at the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Fushimi Inari.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Toll Fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- Parking Fees
- English Speaking Driver /Host
Not included
- Lunch
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
What you'll see and do
Todai-ji Temple
Todaiji temple, "Eastern Great Temple" is a Buddhist temple complex that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples, located in the city of Nara, Japan. Though it was originally founded in the year 738 CE, Tōdai-ji was not opened until the year 752 CE. The temple has undergone several reconstructions since then, with the most significant reconstruction (that of the Great Buddha Hall) taking place in 1709. The temple also serves as the Japanese headquarters of the Kegon school of Buddhism. The temple is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara", together with seven other sites including temples, shrines and places in the city of Nara.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Nara Park
Alongside Naramachi and Nishinokyo, Nara Park is one of the must-see areas in Nara City. The vast area covers 660 hectares and is renowned for its free-roaming deer and world famous temples. Feeding the deer is an attraction in itself and special crackers are on sale all around the park. For human refreshments, there are traditional tea houses as well as kiosks selling snacks and souvenirs.
30 minutes here
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha. Designated as an Important Cultural Property, the main shrine building contains five shrines together, these five pillars of Fushimi Inari Taisha are named for the great virtues of Inari Okami that they embody. Inari Okami is known as a deity of business prosperity, the prosperity of industries, the safety of households, safety in traffic and improvement in the performing arts. The 'Senbon Torii' or 1000 tori gates are donations by individuals and companies, and you will find the donator's name and the date of the donation inscribed on the back of each gate.
90 minutes here
Kinkakuji Temple
Its famous Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku)—actually a pagoda made to house the sacred relics of the Buddha—has given this temple the popular name of Kinkaku-ji (“Temple of the Golden Pavilion”), however the official name of this branch temple of the Rinzai-sect Zen temple of Shokoku-ji is Rokuon-ji. The temple was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Arashiyama Kimono Forest
The Kimono Forest is an art installation around the Arashiyama terminal station of the Keifuku Randen Tram Line. Kimono Forest is composed of 600 clear, acrylic cylinders standing 2 meters tall. Within each cylinder is an example of kimono fabric design. There are a total of 32 different traditional Kyo-yuzen designs, Kyo-yuzen being the name for a style of fabric dyeing developed in Kyoto during the Edo Period.
30 minutes here
Arashiyama
The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto is a popular attraction known for its spectacular scenery. With gentle breezes rustling the leaves as they blow through the bamboo, it's a great place to escape the heat of summer while taking gorgeous photos as memories of your travels.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- fil, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Unemoto LLC
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 79 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
79 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Best Tour Ever
This tour with Yoskue was the best tour we did on our trip. He came out with and explained everything. Was super accomodating and informative. We loved our day so much and got to do everything. We did alot of other tours on our trip but nothing compared to the way Yoskue conducted the tour.
via Viator
Highly recommend/great time
We had such a great tour with Henry. He was kind, knowledgeable, and made everything feel easy. There’s no way we could’ve seen this much in just 8 hours on our own, he took us to all the must-see spots in Kyoto and Nara and knew exactly where to go for the best photos and quickest routes. Highly recommend!
via Viator
Nara and Kyoto private tour
Great private tour of Kyoto and Nara. Guide was fantastic and it saves a lot of time. Aldo, guide and driver help avoid crowds.
via Viator
Nara Park & Kyoto site seeing
We really enjoyed our day trip seeing Nara Park, KinkaKuJi, other local temples, Arashiyama area, local suggested lunch and the pretty garden area we saw during our site seeing tour. Yoshimura was an excellent 👌🏼 guide. Nice ride and pleasant day for us.
via Viator
Not worth the price
The other traveler’s should know is the private trip is way too expensive, my honest opinion… is not worth paying MORE THAN $1000 there’s no excitement like the bus tour where you enjoy the journey with others and more organised the only convenient of private tour is the hotel pick up… other than that private tour is a bit depressing, Bus tour is the way to go …we have soo much fun in our last tour with bus and most of all way cheaper than private. We learned our lesson in a very expensive way, I would like to say thank you to our Driver Yoshimura San and I would give 4 stars just because he is nice man.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $14600 to $98000
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kyoto.
How much does Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto cost?
+
Prices start at $14600 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kyoto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto take?
+
Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kyoto is not rushed.
Is Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 79 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kyoto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto?
+
Around 28 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kyoto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kyoto and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kyoto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kyoto?
+
On Outty we rank every Kyoto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kyoto : Gion Make Your Own Chopsticks with Engraving Option, Award-Winning Authentic Ramen Making Experience in Kyoto, Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
+
Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kyoto?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Private Tour Kyoto-Nara w/Hotel Pick Up & Drop off from Kyoto.
Pick your date
