[Limited-time Cherry Blossom Season] One-day tour of Nara, Japan | Viewing cherry blossoms at Yoshino Mountain Senbonzakura, Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, and receive a limited-edition cherry blossom bell (departing from Osaka)

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[Limited-time Cherry Blossom Season] One-day tour of Nara, Japan | Viewing cherry blossoms at Yoshino Mountain Senbonzakura, Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, and receive a limited-edition cherry blossom bell (departing from Osaka)

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Next available dates
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26 Mar
Fri
27 Mar
Sat
28 Mar
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Depart from Osaka Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area)

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Children aged 0-3 years old can be carried for free without occupying a seat (please note when placing an order), and please inform us in advance. Children aged 4 years old and above are treated the same as adults.


Each person can carry one piece of luggage for free, regardless of size. Any excess luggage will be charged 2,000 yen per piece and must be noted when placing an order.


From

AUD 87.32

Highlights

  • Limited-time cherry blossom season route | Open for only a few weeks each year, miss it and you'll have to wait another year.


  • A 3-hour in-depth tour of Yoshino Mountain's Thousand Cherry Blossoms | Japan's most famous cherry blossom spot, Yoshino Mountain boasts 30,000 cherry trees, creating a sea of pink blossoms.


  • Two hours of free time at Nara Park | Get up close and personal with the adorable deer and capture the most heartwarming moments.


  • Direct flights to Osaka, saving you time and effort | No transfers required, perfect for first-time travelers to Japan & cherry blossom season visitors.


  • When you book through KKday, each person will receive a cherry blossom bell worth 500 yen (excluding children who do not occupy a seat).


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—Introduction to attractions—


  • Nara Park Area

Feeding the deer at Deer Park: If you want to take photos of cute deer and
beautiful cherry blossoms, this is definitely the best place to take photos! A
leisurely stroll is the best way to visit the park. There is also the largest
concentration of deer here. The cherry blossom season and the cute deer are
also the biggest attractions for tourists.


If you like historical buildings, don't miss the World Cultural Heritage
[Todaiji Temple] right in front of the Deer Park:


Todaiji Temple:


Todaiji Temple was listed as a World Cultural Heritage in 1998 as part of the
"Cultural Assets of Ancient Nara". It is one of the largest wooden structures
in the world, and Todaiji Temple is the highest-ranking main temple. Great
Buddha Statue: In order to protect the happiness of all living beings, about
2.6 million people built the Great Buddha statue now placed in the Great
Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple. When you are face to face with the Great
Buddha, you will feel a spirit far beyond the number, and you will be amazed
by its overwhelming presence. Please pay for the ticket fee by yourself
(reference price admission fee: 600 yen for the Great Buddha Hall, Hokke Hall,
Senju Hall, and Todaiji Temple Miuji Hall, 300 yen for elementary school
students)


Lunch recommendation (please pay for it yourself)


Kasugano: Prepares dishes that change with the seasons, Kasugano Teahouse:
Traditional Japanese cuisine, Mentan-an: The most popular dish is "Kincho
Udon"


  • Cherry Blossom Viewing at Yoshino Mountain

Mount Yoshino is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of a vast national park
in Nara Prefecture. According to ancient legend, in early April, you can see
1,000 cherry trees in any direction. Indeed, there are more than 30,000 cherry
trees here. The spectacular view has been written about in Japanese classical
literature, poetry and songs, and it still inspires visitors today. Mount
Yoshino is home to 30,000 white cherry trees, which bloom from March every
spring, from the foot of the mountain, to the lower, middle, upper and lower
Senbon. During the cherry blossom season, the scenery is known as "one eye a
thousand trees", and tens of thousands of tourists come here every day to
enjoy the flowers.


— Advance notice —


  • Each person can bring one piece of luggage for free, regardless of size (please note when registering)


  • Children under 3 years old can travel for free if they are in their arms and do not occupy a seat; children over 3 years old travel for the same amount as adults


  • If you do not inform the passenger in advance of the number of children under 3 years old who do not occupy a seat and there are not enough seats on the bus, they will be refused boarding and the fee will not be refunded.


  • Driver and tour guide service: small group of 1-13 people; driver + tour guide service: bus group of 14-45 people, the actual number will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on the day.


  • Reference vehicle models: 5-8 seater: Toyota Alphard; 9-14 seater: Toyota HAICE or equivalent; 18-22 seater: mini bus; 22 seater and above: large bus. The above vehicles are for reference only, the actual vehicle model will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on the day.


Itinerary

  • 08:00

    Meet at Exit 2 of Nihombashi Station
  • 08:00

    Depart from Nihombashi Station Exit 2
  • 09:00

    Nara Park area (about 2 hours, including lunch time, self-paid meals, free time)
  • Nara Park has an excellent natural environment, and lively and friendly deer can be seen everywhere in the park.

  • Romantic cherry blossoms in spring

  • You can buy deer biscuits to feed the deer (pay attention to personal safety)

  • Near Nara Park: Todai-ji Temple, a World Heritage Site (entrance fee not included).

  • The big Buddha statue in Todaiji Temple is very spectacular

  • For lunch, you can choose from the following restaurants in Nara Park: Kasugano, Kasugano Tea House, Mentan-an (please pay for it yourself)

  • 13:30

    Yoshinoyama Cherry Blossom Viewing: Japan's Holy Cherry Blossom Site - Yoshinoyama and Thousand Cherry Blossoms (about 3 hours)
  • On Mount Yoshino, the shrines and temples with a history of more than 100 years are even more majestic against the backdrop of cherry blossoms.

  • Mount Yoshino is home to 30,000 white cherry trees. During the cherry blossom season, the scenery is known as "a thousand cherry trees at a glance", attracting tens of thousands of tourists every day to enjoy the flowers.

  • 16:40

    Happy end of the day's tour, start to return
  • 18:00

    Disband in Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori areas (free to move around after disbanding)
  • The above itinerary schedule may be adjusted accordingly due to weather, road conditions, etc. Please understand

What's included

INCLUDED

Service charge
Toll fee
Parking fee
Driver

NOT INCLUDED

Dining expenses
Attraction tickets
Personal expenses
Other expenses not mentioned above

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Additional information

Purchase Notice

[Tourism Conditions]

  • Travel departure point and destination: Osaka and Nara
  • Trip duration: Day trip
  • Transportation: Chartered bus
  • Bus company name: Reisei Tourism Industry Co., Ltd.
  • Meals provided: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times
  • Accommodation facilities: None
  • Minimum group size: 4
  • Team Leader: 1

【Travel Planning/Implementation】

  • Operating Company Name: TuYi Group Japan Co., Ltd.
  • Address: 722 Shuzenji, Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture
  • License exemption number: Registration number Shizuoka Prefecture Governor Registration Travel Industry No. 2-633
  • Name of travel industry association: Japan Travel Industry Association (full member)


Reminders
A minimum of 4 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
This is a fixed route shared by passengers. You will need to share a ride with other passengers throughout the trip. You may not stop at attractions.
The time allotted at each attraction has been optimized; please strictly adhere to the time limits to avoid affecting the overall itinerary.
Depending on the number of participants on the day, a driver-guide car may be used. Please cooperate with the staff throughout the trip. The driver will focus on driving and the explanations will be relatively brief.
Please be punctual for the meeting: If you do not participate in the trip due to personal reasons (being late/getting lost/feeling unwell, etc.), no refund will be given. Please note that no refunds will be issued.
Leaving the group after the trip has started or leaving the group midway will be considered as automatically forfeiting the service, and no refund will be given. You will be responsible for your own safety during the period you are away from the group.
Trip schedules may be adjusted due to force majeure events such as traffic, weather, and crowds. In case of delays or partial changes to the itinerary, we regret that we cannot provide a refund or compensation. We appreciate your understanding of the uncertainties of travel.
Traffic congestion may occur during holidays and peak periods. The driver/guide will adjust the itinerary flexibly as needed. Please be prepared. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
To maintain the cleanliness of the carriage, please refrain from eating or drinking inside. Any resulting soiling will incur cleaning fees according to local standards. Let's work together to create a comfortable travel environment.
Due to factors such as road conditions and weather, the return time of the trip may be delayed. Passengers who need to take a flight or have important business on the same day are advised to carefully consider their registration.
Departure dates for the cherry blossom season are based on the official Japanese cherry blossom forecast. Actual cherry blossom viewing conditions are subject to the local conditions on the day of blooming and natural flowering.
Pre-departure notification: We will send the meeting time, location, and vehicle/guide information to the email address you provided when placing your order before 10:00 PM the day before departure. Please be sure to check your inbox and spam folder. If you do not receive the message, please contact us immediately via the platform chat box or email to avoid delays.
This tour is a group departure only; the tour guide will not contact you in advance. Please follow the instructions in the email on the day of your trip and proceed to the meeting point on your own. Look for staff/tour guides wearing yellow vests or holding yellow "GOGODAY" flags to check in.
Please arrive at the meeting point in advance! If you are late, it will be considered as an automatic abandonment of the trip. In order not to affect the trip of other group members, the vehicle will depart on time. No refund will be given. Thank you for your understanding.
It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes, as some sections of the trail are slopes or stone steps.
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