Kyoto ⇒ Nara (Day Trip / Inbound Tour)
- Day trip
- Inbound tour
Sample fare only. Toll fees, parking fees and other actual costs are extra. On weekends and in peak seasons, expect about 20% more than on weekdays.
About this itinerary
Based on an actual booking for a group of about 23 people (an inbound tour group).
Along the way, it stops at Todai-ji Temple, Kintetsu Nara Station and Futsu Masataka Sword Forge (Odanaka-cho, Tenri City), and at the end, passengers get off at their accommodation or another designated place.
It leaves the meeting point at 8:00 and is scheduled to arrive around 18:00.
With no station transfers or ticket purchases, getting around is easier even for travelers unfamiliar with Japanese public transport.
Itinerary
- 8:00Hotel in Kyoto
- Todai-ji Temple
A temple known for the Great Buddha of Nara. You can see the Great Buddha Hall and the Kongo Rikishi guardian statues of the Nandaimon Gate.
- Kintetsu Nara Station
The terminus of the Kintetsu Nara Line. Walking east from the station brings you to Nara Park, and the station is used as a starting point for visiting Nara's temples and shrines.
- Futsu Masataka Sword Forge (Odanaka-cho, Tenri City)
- 18:00Hotel in Kyoto
Understanding the fare
The sample fare for this itinerary is ¥159,500 (medium bus, 23 people, 10 hours).
The fare covers 1 medium bus with a driver, fuel and vehicle insurance.
Expressway tolls to the Nara area and parking fees at stops such as Todai-ji Temple are charged separately at actual cost.
On weekends, public holidays and in peak seasons, expect about 20% higher than on weekdays as a guideline. You can calculate an estimate based on Kyoto Prefecture rates on our fares page.
Choosing the bus
A medium bus seats 27–33, the right size for this itinerary with 23 people.
The luggage compartment holds about 20 suitcases (a guideline).
If you have a lot of luggage or want more room in the seats, you can also choose a large bus. The fare is higher accordingly.
Depending on the vehicle, a small bus (21–25 seats) may not fit 23 people, so check the number of seats before deciding.
FAQ
- Are there English-speaking drivers?
- In some areas, drivers who can handle English are available. Please ask when you book.
- Is 1 driver enough for long distances?
- As a rule, 1 driver can cover up to 500 km, counted from the depot. Beyond that, 2 drivers are assigned.
- Can we change destinations on a rainy day?
- As a rule, national operating regulations do not allow itinerary changes on the day. Cancelling because of the weather is treated as a customer-side cancellation and is subject to cancellation fees, so it helps to plan a rainy-day itinerary in advance.
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