Nara Park · Todai-ji Temple
Day 1 visits Nara Park and Todai-ji Temple, meeting the deer up close and seeing the Great Buddha Hall, one of the largest wooden buildings in the world.
Kansai · Multi-Day Private Charter
Kansai Classic 6-Day Tour: Nara, Kyoto, Kobe & Osaka
Six days with your own private charter, built around the classic Nara, Kyoto, Kobe and Osaka circuit: the ancient capital of Nara, Lake Biwa and Shiga, elegant Kyoto, cosmopolitan Kobe and Osaka. The itinerary flexes to suit your party and how long you like to linger, ideal for travellers who want to explore Japan in comfort and depth.
Overview
Tour Overview
The beauty of Kansai lies in the rhythm of history and nature woven together. This itinerary hand-picks the old-capital charm of Nara, the lakeside scenery of Shiga, the arts and elegance of Kyoto, the cosmopolitan romance of Kobe and the big-city buzz of Osaka, linking six days of highlights: deer and shrines, Zen temples, harbour views and bustling streets. Whether it is your first visit or a return, you will come away with a real sense of Kansai's depth and variety, and memories to keep.
Kansai has countless faces. This classic itinerary leaves you room to mix and match, so the trip becomes your own Kansai story.
Highlights
Highlights
- Vehicle notes: please mention any extra infant or child safety seats, wheelchairs or pushchairs in the notes when booking your itinerary.
- Private vehicle and driver throughout, with the pace of the itinerary adjustable at any time.
Itinerary
Day by Day
DAY1
Day 1: Nara, the Ancient Capital
Visit Nara Park and Todai-ji Temple, meeting the gentle deer up close and taking in the world's largest wooden building and its Great Buddha. Kasuga Taisha Shrine is solemn and sacred, its vermilion halls and ancient lanterns creating a hush that lets you sink into the calm and cultural depth of the old capital.
DAY2
Day 2: Lakeside Shiga
Omihachiman shows off the charm of a traditional canal town, and you can take a boat along its old waterways. La Collina marries nature with architecture and is a hugely popular stop for sweets and shopping. In the afternoon board a Lake Biwa sightseeing cruise for sweeping views of lake and mountains, wrapped in nature.
DAY3
Day 3: Elegant Kyoto
Stroll Nanzen-ji Temple for the beauty of Zen, then head to Kifune Shrine, approached along a mountain stream, cool and tranquil. The Garden of Fine Arts, Kyoto recreates Western masterpieces on outdoor ceramic panels, blending nature and art in a style all its own.
DAY4
Day 4: Cosmopolitan Kobe
The Kitano Ijinkan district preserves a cluster of Meiji-era Western residences, a window on Kobe's early Western culture. In the afternoon Kobe Harbor and Mosaic offer harbour views, shopping and free time for a meal, with all the romance and foreign flavour Kobe is known for.
DAY5
Day 5: A Fine Day in Osaka
Start at Tennoji Park for a dose of urban greenery, then climb Tsutenkaku Tower to look out over Osaka. Osaka Castle, steeped in history, bears witness to the footsteps of the warlords of the Sengoku era. In the evening explore Shinsekai for authentic local food and a lively atmosphere.
DAY6
Day 6: Homeward with Memories
Spend the morning shopping and taking photos around Dotonbori, Osaka's liveliest district. Then head to Rinku Premium Outlets for a last round of brand shopping before an easy transfer to Kansai International Airport, flying home with memories to spare.
Inclusions
What's Included
Quoted per trip. Tell us your dates and group size and a travel consultant will send a tailored quote within 24 hours.
Included
- Private vehicle and driver throughout (10 hours per day, 08:00–20:00)
- Airport transfers, fuel, expressway tolls and parking
- 5 nights' accommodation (upgradable to suit your budget)
- Daily breakfast
Not Included
- International flights to and from Japan
- Admission tickets and activity fees
- Lunches and dinners (your driver can point you to good options; your choice)
- Child safety seats (the first is free; from the second seat an extra charge applies, quoted per itinerary; please tell us when booking)
- Driver overtime beyond the daily 10 hours, charged per 60 minutes
Japan charter packages include 10 hours of vehicle use per day (between 08:00 and 20:00); overtime is charged in 60-minute blocks, and one-way transfers between cities need to allow for the driver's return journey. Japanese regulations recommend a child safety seat for children under 5 or shorter than 120 cm; please tell us how many you need when booking. If you are travelling with a lot of luggage, we recommend booking a suitably larger vehicle. The final itinerary and quote are confirmed by your travel consultant.
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Stops
Featured Stops
Lake Biwa
On Day 2, after Omihachiman and La Collina, a Lake Biwa sightseeing cruise takes in the lake and the mountains around it.
Nanzen-ji Temple
Day 3 in Kyoto begins at Nanzen-ji Temple, soaking up the atmosphere of a Zen temple before moving on to Kifune Shrine.
Kifune Shrine
Follow the mountain stream up to Kifune Shrine. The same day also includes the Garden of Fine Arts, Kyoto, where outdoor ceramic-panel masterpieces sit within a landscaped setting.
Kitano Ijinkan district
Day 4 explores the Meiji-era Western residences of the Kitano Ijinkan district, then heads to Kobe Harbor and Mosaic for a free afternoon and meal.
Osaka Castle
Day 5 runs from Tennoji Park to Tsutenkaku Tower, then on to Osaka Castle, with an evening in Shinsekai.
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