Osaka to Uji: Culture, Tea, and Hot Springs

Explore Osaka, Nara, and Uji’s cultural gems, savor matcha, and relax in hot springs. Discover Japan’s history and tranquility in one day.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nara Park - Situated in the city of Nara, Japan, Nara Park is a vast public park renowned for its amiable, free-roaming deer, which are revered as sacred and safeguarded as a national treasure. Spanning approximately 502 hectares, the park is home to numerous cultural and historical sites, including the Todai-ji Temple, which houses the Great…
What's Included
  • Multilingual guide and driver
  • Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Round trip transportation from Osaka
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Entry ticket to Todaiji, Kausga Shrine, Byodoin Temple Tale of Genji Museum hot springs (Around 10$)
  • Other Personal expenses
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Japan’s rich history and culture with the Osaka, Nara, Tōdai-ji, Uji Matcha, and Hot Spring Tour. Start in the vibrant city of Osaka, where modern excitement meets traditional charm, offering a perfect blend of sightseeing and culinary experiences. Then, travel to Nara to witness the awe-inspiring Tōdai-ji…

Location
1-chōme-3 Nipponbashi Parking
Meet at 1-chōme-3 Nipponbashi Parking, 1 Chome-3 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Japan. Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before departure time. we will depart at 8:30 AM sharp.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Departure12392086743
May 12, 2025
Wonderful Sites in Japan - This was a great way to experience different popular things in Japan at a great price! We explored Nara park and fed the hungry deer, explored Uji (the matcha capital), saw some cool temples and shrines, and went to a hot spring. The tour guy was very knowledgeable, multilingual (spoke great English), and was accommodating to other guests who spoke Japanese. He allowed us to explore on our own at every stop and gave us more than enough time to enjoy each site! If you book this tour you MUST be on time to every meeting point so plan accordingly!
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John_g
Mar 29, 2025
Great variety and yes,... - Great variety and yes, you do need to wear good footwear...it was a long, but enjoyable day. Some stops were very long and in very cold weather were difficult.
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Tokeb990
Mar 13, 2025
Love anything to do with temple, Buddha and historic building - The tour guide was really friendly great value for money I would highly recommend LU as she was very friendly and answered any question that was asked of her
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Seema_k
Apr 25, 2025
Skip this tour please - I would suggest to skip this , took us to deer park and didnt get the food which was included and they were out of food there the local vendors , asked us to not go to the Buddha temple coz not enough time. Same for the uji temple n Matcha street.You can do Onsen anywhere… Actually felt this viator bus tip was a waste of our time and money.. would highly not recommend to do and would love to get my money back if possible. Wasted my day in hopes of it will get better now.
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From $81
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).