Kyoto & Nara Day Tour from Osaka: Wagyu Kobe Beef Lunch

Walk beneath thousands of vermilion torii gates, then lunch on Wagyu Kobe Beef in Arashiyama

A full-day guided tour from Osaka that covers five major sites across Kyoto and Nara, including Fushimi Inari Taisha with its iconic torii gates, Tenryu-ji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, the Golden Pavilion, and Nara Park with its free-roaming deer. The itinerary includes a Wagyu Kobe Beef lunch and round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Nara Park1h 20m · entry included
2. Tenryu-ji Temple40m
3. Togetsukyo Bridge20m
4. Golden Pavilion50m · entry included
5. Fushimi Inari Shrine1h 20m · entry included

Explore Kyoto and Nara landmarks

• Visit Nara Park and see deer
• Explore Tōdai-ji Temple and Great Buddha
• Enjoy Wagyu Kobe Beef lunch in Arashiyama
• Visit Tenryū-ji Temple and garden
• Walk across Togetsukyō Bridge
• See Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion
• Tour Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine

The experience

The tour starts in Nara Park, where hundreds of friendly deer roam freely among Japan's most treasured temples. You'll spend time at Tōdai-ji Temple, home to the Great Buddha: one of the world's largest bronze Buddha statues and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The peaceful atmosphere and photo opportunities here set the tone for the day before you head to Kyoto.

After exploring Nara, you'll break for lunch at Kyoto WASABI Arashiyama, where you'll savor premium Wagyu Kobe Beef in the charming surroundings of the Arashiyama district. From there, the tour moves through Kyoto's most iconic landmarks: Tenryu-ji Temple, a 14th-century Zen Buddhist site with a landscape garden that harmonizes with the surrounding mountains; Togetsukyo Bridge, the historic wooden span across the Katsura River; and the Golden Pavilion, covered in gold leaf and reflected in a tranquil pond. Each stop is timed to fit the full itinerary into a single day.

The tour concludes at Fushimi Inari Taisha, where you'll walk beneath thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates winding through the sacred forest of Mount Inari. This is one of Japan's most visited cultural sites and a photographer's landmark. Round-trip transportation from Osaka is included, along with an English-speaking guide who leads the entire route. Note that during year-end and New Year holidays, traffic restrictions may occasionally affect the Fushimi Inari stop.

What’s included

• Professional English-speaking guide.
• Wagyu Kobe Beef lunch at Kyoto WASABI Arashiyama.
• round-trip air-conditioned transportation from Osaka.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by TREVOPEDIA

Is this one for you?This tour suits groups and solo travelers making their first trip to Kyoto and Nara, since the fixed itinerary covers the major landmarks in a single day without requiring separate bookings for each site. The inclusion of Wagyu Kobe Beef lunch and all transportation means you're not arranging meals or transfers between attractions.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What is the Great Buddha at Tōdai-ji Temple like when you get there?

Tōdai-ji Temple houses one of the world's largest bronze Buddha statues, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The statue is housed inside the temple, and the peaceful atmosphere of the site makes it a memorable part of the Nara Park experience.

How much time do you spend at Tenryu-ji Temple?

Tenryu-ji Temple is allocated 40 minutes in the itinerary. This gives you time to admire the temple's Zen architecture, explore the landscape garden with its pond and rock formations, and experience the tranquil atmosphere that has been preserved for centuries.

Can you walk the torii gates at Fushimi Inari, or is it just viewing from a distance?

Fushimi Inari Taisha is designed for walking. You'll walk beneath the thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates that wind through the sacred forest of Mount Inari, discover peaceful shrines, and take photographs throughout the site.

Is the Wagyu Kobe Beef lunch included in the tour price?

Yes, lunch at Kyoto WASABI Arashiyama featuring Wagyu Kobe Beef is included in the tour. It's served in the charming Arashiyama district and gives you time to recharge between morning and afternoon sightseeing.

What's included in the transportation from Osaka?

Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is included, along with an English-speaking guide for the entire day. The vehicle type depends on the number of travelers. You'll be picked up from your designated location in Osaka and returned at the end of the tour.