See both Kyoto and Nara in this great one day tour.

Kyoto was Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is now the country's seventh largest city with a population of 1.4 million people and a modern face. Enjoy this morning tour to see some of the main highlights of this wonderful city, steeped in culture.

Japan's first permanent capital was established in the year 710 at Heijo, the city now known as Nara. As the influence and political ambitions of the city's powerful Buddhist monasteries grew to become a serious threat to the government, the capital was moved to Nagaoka in 784.

Nara is located in the Kinai plain, less than one hour from Kyoto. Due to its past as the first permanent capital, it remains full of historic treasures, including some of Japan's oldest Buddhist temples.

Tour Highlights Include:

• Nijo Castle
• Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
• Kyoto Imperial Palace
• Buffet Lunch at Kyoto Handicraft Center
• Todaiji Temple
• Deer Park
• Kasuga Shrine

Japan's first permanent capital was established in the year 710 at Heijo, the city now known as Nara. As the influence and political ambitions of the city's powerful Buddhist monasteries grew to become a serious threat to the government, the capital was moved to Nagaoka in 784.

Nara is located in the Kinai plain, less than one hour from Kyoto. Due to its past as the first permanent capital, it remains full of historic treasures, including some of Japan's oldest Buddhist temples.

Tour Highlights include:

Todaiji Temple
Todaiji Temple, constructed in the 8th century, is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples. In it's huge precincts are various national treasures of Japan. The Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall) is one of the world's largest wooden buildings. Once of Japan's best-known temples, it enshrines a gigantic bronze statue of Buddha. A wonder of religious architecture.

Deer Park
Over 1,000 tame deer roam freely in the verdant 1,250 acres peaceful park. If you wish to feed the deer, they will gladly eat from your hand. Special food is sold in the park grounds (not included).

Kasuga Shrine
The most famous and beautiful Shinto shrine in Nara, it features some 3,000 antique stone and bronze lanterns. Click here for more information and Booking Details

Upon your arrival in Hokkaido, travel from New Chitose Airport to your hotel in Sapporo or Niseko with a shared transfer service available from 5:00am to 10:00pm, 7 days a week.

Hokkaido is Japan's northernmost and 2nd largest island offering superb skiing and snowboarding in world class winter resorts such as those in Niseko or Furano, vast national parks, cool temperate summers, historic towns and villages, wonderful food and beer, and interesting festivals such as the famous Sapporo Snow Festival, modern art, wild bears and wildish nightlife.

When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your accommodation details. Your transfer will be confirmed immediately and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver.

Vehicle used:

• SHARED - Current model Toyota Hiace Commuter - Air-conditioned

At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details:

• Arrival Flight Number
• Arrival Time
• Hotel Name (where you would like to be dropped off)
• Hotel Address

Don't forget to book your Hotel to Airport transfer!