Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Kyoto have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Nara and be back in Kyoto the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Kyoto to explore Arashiyama with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Nara have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Kyoto and be back in Nara the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.
Kyoto Day Trip from Osaka (*also OK to start in Kyoto)
97 reviews
5 hours | city highlight tours | Osaka
Planning to visit Kyoto from Osaka? Do not worry about trains and directions anymore! I will take you to Kyoto on a day trip! Let's enjoy visiting popular temples, shrines, geisha district, local markets etc.. in this amazing ancient city.
Pere is a very friendly and welcoming guy who obviously enjoys showing people around his adopted country. We covered a lot of ground on our 8 hour tour, and learned a great deal about Himeji Castle and Kobe itself. I would definitely recommend Pere to guide you.
We have spent the last three days with Sheilina and I can’t say enough good things about her. With her we experienced culture, food, shrines, temples and so much more. We spent time with her in the Shibuya district, the Asakusa district (including the Sensoji Temple), and, my favorite, a day trip to Kamakura. You won’t be disappointed if she is your guide.
Discover the beauty of Kamakura, an ancient city in a day trip!
Ken
About local
Like travelling with your local cousin
Family of four (with 2 late teens sons). We booked an Osaka to Kyoto day trip, and Osaka Highlights and Hidden Gem the next day with Naoki. Our sons commented that Naoki felt like a cousin from overseas taking us around. Apart from Naomi’s local knowledge and experience, his genuine warmth and kindness made this a memorable experience!
Kyoto Day Trip from Osaka (*also OK to start in Kyoto)
Darcy
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Japanese hospitality and Charm
Mako completed our day in Kyoto wirh her charm and grace. She knew so much about the city and highlights, (local short cuts also) our day was flawless. I would highly recommend Mako for your day in Kyoto.
The Greatest Kyoto Bamboo Grove Tour
Katrin
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Recommend Olli and the Tour
Olli was a very nice and courteous guide. he adapted the route to my wishes and was even able to show me a few hidden corners and paths that weren't so crowded. so we had a little more peace. At the end he showed me a very nice café and gave me a few addresses and tips for the coming days.
it was very nice excursion and I recommend it
The Greatest Kyoto Bamboo Grove Tour
Colleen
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Wonderful day trip
Eiji is a lovely guide, taking us to Arashyiyama and then to two wonderful temples. Eiji is well informed and was eager to meet our needs for both sights and restaurants and to see things at a pace that allowed us to appreciate everything. Thank you for a memorable day.
The Greatest Kyoto Bamboo Grove Tour
Haley
About local
Wonderful tour!
Great tour! Shohei was very knowledgeable and accommodating to our party's dietary needs. We say a lot of stuff in a short time and if was great having a guide to help us through the madness and not get too caught up in one place. Definitely recommend.
City Explorer: Nara Day Trip
Angelika
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17 March 2025
Kobe
Thank you for a wonderful tour of Himeji and Kobe. The informations about the castle and the city was amazing. The local lunch in a authentic restaurant and the visit in an izakaya was perfect. Thank you for the reservation in the Kobe-Beef-Restaurant. We can absolutely recommend booking.
Great experience!!
Sebastian is the best guide of Kyoto!!
My wife and myself went with him to all the best places, including all the temples and a tea ceremony.
Ask for Sebastian if you are in Kyoto,
Thank you!!!
