5-Day Kyoto, Osaka & Nara Tour Package Itinerary
Immerse yourself in Japan’s cultural heart with this 5-day journey through Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. Begin in Kyoto, the ancient capital, where serene temples, golden pavilions, and bamboo forests transport you to old Japan. Next, dive into the vibrant energy of Osaka, a food lover’s paradise, where neon lights and bustling markets await. Then, step back in time in Nara, home to friendly deer and some of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples. From tranquil gardens to lively street food scenes, this tour blends tradition and modernity, offering a perfect introduction to the Kansai region’s rich heritage and flavors.
Included / Excluded
This tour includes 4 nights’ accommodation, daily breakfast, private transportation, and entrance fees to major attractions. Exclusions: lunches & dinners, flights, travel insurance, and personal expenses.
Included:
- 4 nights’ hotel accommodation (3-4 star)
- Daily breakfast
- Private transportation & driver (or public transport guidance)
- English-speaking guide (or audio guide)
- Entrance fees to listed attractions
Excluded:
- International & domestic flights
- Meals not mentioned (lunches & dinners)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, etc.)
- Optional activities
Tour Map
This route covers Kyoto → Osaka → Nara, highlighting Japan’s cultural gems in the Kansai region.
Itinerary Overview
Over five days, explore Kyoto’s temples, Osaka’s dynamic streets, and Nara’s historic treasures, blending tradition, nature, and urban excitement.
Arrive in Kyoto and check into your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, explore nearby attractions like Nishiki Market (Kyoto’s “Kitchen”) or Gion, the famous geisha district. Enjoy a relaxed evening soaking in the city’s timeless atmosphere.
Discover Kyoto’s iconic sights:
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion): A stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
Fushimi Inari Taisha: Walk through thousands of vermilion torii gates.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove: A surreal forest pathway.
Optional: Evening tea ceremony or Kiyomizu-dera visit for sunset views.
Travel to Osaka (1h by train):
Osaka Castle: A historic landmark with panoramic city views.
Dotonbori: Neon-lit streets packed with takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and more.
Umeda Sky Building: Futuristic observatory for skyline photos.
Return to Kyoto or overnight in Osaka (optional).
Day trip to Nara:
Todai-ji Temple: Houses the world’s largest bronze Buddha.
Nara Park: Feed friendly wild deer (considered sacred).
Kasuga Taisha: A shrine with thousands of lanterns.
Return to Kyoto for your final night.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Kansai Airport (Osaka) or Kyoto Station. Optional last-minute shopping in Kyoto Station’s underground mall.
