Nara & Uji Full-Day Tour From Osaka With Matcha and Deer Park
Get an overview of Nara and Uji's highlights even if you're short on time with this day tour from Osaka. Navigate sprawling Nara Park more efficiently with a guide while ensuring you don't miss any of the highlights, such as the Great Buddha statue. Learn about matcha straight from the source in Uji, a city famous for its green tea farms.
Highlights
- ✓Upgrade to include a traditional onsen experience with your tour
- ✓Enjoy hassle-free roundtrip transfers from Osaka
- ✓See deer up close in Nara Park
- ✓Skip the stress of navigating Japan's public transportation on your own
What you'll see & do
- ✓After meeting your driver and tour guide at meeting point,: 8: 40 am Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area). 9: 50 am Head to Nara Park, home to thousands of freely roaming deer, at the foot of Mt. Wakakusa in Nara City. Get some crackers to feed the deer, take a stroll through the urban park, or grab a snack from one of the many tea houses around.
- ✓Reach the Todaiji Temple . Discover a priceless trove of history and culture at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See one of Japan's most famous and historically significant Buddhist temple complexes. Enter the Daibutsuden to see a 15-meter-tall bronze statue of Buddha.
- ✓Next, head to Uji Matcha Street, a foodie's paradise full of matcha ice cream, matcha cakes, and even soba noodles that are matcha green. Explore the time-honored Matcha stores recommended by your guide at the sacred site of green tea.
- ✓Finally, make your way to the only natural hot spring in Uji, with water springing from 1111 meters underground. Admire the traditional Japanese architecture and enjoy a moment of relaxation and peace.(Entrance fee excluded)
What's included
- ✓Professional multilingual guide (English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese)
- ✓Pick-up from designated meeting point in Osaka
- ✓Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Driver and guide service fees
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Todaiji Temple admission
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
1. Due to traffic, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances, the itinerary may change. We recommend avoiding other evening plans.
2. Guests with tattoos are not permitted in most Japanese hot springs. Bathing is done without clothing in Japan.
3. Vehicle type varies based on group size (10–45 seats). If fewer than 13 participants, the guide may also serve as driver with basic commentary.
4. Look for the guide holding a yellow ‘Gogoday’ flag at the meeting point. Arrive 15 minutes early; no refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.
5. Be cautious when feeding the deer—some may be playful or persistent.
6. If the number of participants is fewer than 13, the tour guide will also serve as the driver and provide only basic explanations.
7. This is a shared group tour with guests from various countries. The guide will provide multilingual explanations.
8. You’ll receive an email the evening before your tour with the guide and driver’s contact details.
9. Bring cash, as some attractions and shops may not accept credit cards.
10. The Uji Onsen shuttle bus runs on a fixed schedule. In case of delays or itinerary changes, it may not be possible to catch the bus.
11. The final image in the product gallery shows the actual meeting point—please review before your tour.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Nara & Uji Full-Day Tour From Osaka With Matcha and Deer Park
Get an overview of Nara and Uji's highlights even if you're short on time with this day tour from Osaka. Navigate sprawling Nara Park more efficiently with a guide while ensuring you don't miss any of the highlights, such as the Great Buddha statue. Learn about matcha straight from the source in Uji, a city famous for its green tea farms.
Highlights
- ✓Upgrade to include a traditional onsen experience with your tour
- ✓Enjoy hassle-free roundtrip transfers from Osaka
- ✓See deer up close in Nara Park
- ✓Skip the stress of navigating Japan's public transportation on your own
What you'll see & do
- ✓After meeting your driver and tour guide at meeting point,: 8: 40 am Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area). 9: 50 am Head to Nara Park, home to thousands of freely roaming deer, at the foot of Mt. Wakakusa in Nara City. Get some crackers to feed the deer, take a stroll through the urban park, or grab a snack from one of the many tea houses around.
- ✓Reach the Todaiji Temple . Discover a priceless trove of history and culture at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See one of Japan's most famous and historically significant Buddhist temple complexes. Enter the Daibutsuden to see a 15-meter-tall bronze statue of Buddha.
- ✓Next, head to Uji Matcha Street, a foodie's paradise full of matcha ice cream, matcha cakes, and even soba noodles that are matcha green. Explore the time-honored Matcha stores recommended by your guide at the sacred site of green tea.
- ✓Finally, make your way to the only natural hot spring in Uji, with water springing from 1111 meters underground. Admire the traditional Japanese architecture and enjoy a moment of relaxation and peace.(Entrance fee excluded)
What's included
- ✓Professional multilingual guide (English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese)
- ✓Pick-up from designated meeting point in Osaka
- ✓Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Driver and guide service fees
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Todaiji Temple admission
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
1. Due to traffic, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances, the itinerary may change. We recommend avoiding other evening plans.
2. Guests with tattoos are not permitted in most Japanese hot springs. Bathing is done without clothing in Japan.
3. Vehicle type varies based on group size (10–45 seats). If fewer than 13 participants, the guide may also serve as driver with basic commentary.
4. Look for the guide holding a yellow ‘Gogoday’ flag at the meeting point. Arrive 15 minutes early; no refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.
5. Be cautious when feeding the deer—some may be playful or persistent.
6. If the number of participants is fewer than 13, the tour guide will also serve as the driver and provide only basic explanations.
7. This is a shared group tour with guests from various countries. The guide will provide multilingual explanations.
8. You’ll receive an email the evening before your tour with the guide and driver’s contact details.
9. Bring cash, as some attractions and shops may not accept credit cards.
10. The Uji Onsen shuttle bus runs on a fixed schedule. In case of delays or itinerary changes, it may not be possible to catch the bus.
11. The final image in the product gallery shows the actual meeting point—please review before your tour.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.