- Overview
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- Experience the picturesque beauty of Arashiyama, from the tranquil waterfront to the atmospheric bamboo forest
- Travel back to the 8th century with a visit to the imperial capital and UNESCO World Heritage site of Nara
- Have the chance to feed the tame 'nodding' deer of Nara Park
- Learn about the rich history of this ancient area from English speaking tour guides
- Enjoy a delicious Japanese lunch (optional) and comfy roundtrip transport included
- What to expect
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Embark on a comfortable ride through Japan's ancient capitals of Nara and Kyoto to see the Sagano Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama, the glimmering Golden Pavilion, and Nara's famous deer park. We'll make our way to Arashiyama, where we'll enjoy a traditional Japanese lunch of seasonal Kyoto specialties before exploring the area. The Sagano Bamboo forest has been a popular nature-viewing destination since the Heian Period. Drive through Kyoto proper and arrive at the Golden Pavilion. True to its name, the gold-leaf covered temple dazzles in the sunlight, reflected in the mirror-like pond it overlooks. Take a short walk through Nara Park, famous for the 1,200 or so wild deer that live freely within the park. Todai-ji Temple, home to one of the three titanic Great Buddha Statues of Japan.
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