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Kansai Tourism Bureau Certified Tour

EXPO 2025 & Beyond: Osaka, Kyoto, Nara

11

Days

10

Nights

From USD
$2,890caution
per person

Tour Period

Mid-April to Mid-October 2025

Included

  • Accommodations: 9 nights in Western-style hotels, 1 night at Mt. Koya temple

  • Meals: Daily breakfast, Buddhist cuisine dinner at Ekoin

  • Tickets: 2-day pass for EXPO 2025

  • Transfers indicated in the itinerary

Not Included

  • International Airfares

  • Alcohol and soft drinks not included.

  • Travel Insurance

  • Personal expenses (e.g., phone, laundry)

Explore EXPO 2025 and Kansai on a customized private tour.

Discover innovations at EXPO 2025 Osaka and explore Kyoto, Nara, and Mt. Koya's rich heritage, blending modern technology with timeless tradition.

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EXPO 2025 Kansai
EXPO 2025 Kansai
Kyoto
Kyoto
Nara
Nara
Deer Park
Deer Park

Itinerary

day-1
Kansai international Airport
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day-2
OSAKA
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day-3
EXPO2025 Day 1
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day-4
EXPO2025 Day 2
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day-5
OSAKA - KYOTO
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day-6
KYOTO
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day-7
KYOTO - NARA
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day-9
NARA - Mt.Koya
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day-10
Mt.KOYA - OSAKA
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Tour Ends
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day-1

Kansai international Airport

Welcome to Japan! Make your own way to your hotel in Osaka by train or Airport Limousine Bus, we will provide full instructions in advance.


Hotel iconZentis Osaka or similar
day-2

OSAKA

Enjoy a Day in Osaka

A free day for your chosen activities. Sightseeing examples include:

- Dotonbori cruise (strolling on water guided tour) 
- Visiting Sake Breweries near Osaka
- THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA
- Samurai and Ninja Experience

*An English-speaking guide and vehicle can be arranged upon request.



Hotel iconBreakfast
Hotel iconZentis Osaka or similar
day-3

EXPO2025 Day 1

Visit Yumeshima Island, an artificial waterfront site with stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea. Experience the Expo's global theme with programs inspired by the surrounding sea and sky.

Learn more: Explore Expo 2025 Osaka.


Hotel iconZentis Osaka or similar
day-4

EXPO2025 Day 2

Continue exploring Yumeshima, discovering exhibits highlighting sustainability and innovation amidst pavilions, waterfronts, and green spaces.

Photo: Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition


Hotel iconZentis Osaka or similar
day-5

OSAKA - KYOTO

Travel from Osaka to Kyoto (30 min)

A day of free activities, with optional “Kyoto Experience” arrangements:

- Private tea ceremony
- Water garden “Suikeien” tour & Zen garden creation
- Lantern making
- Tango Crepe Factory Tour
- Private wagashi making, and more!


Hotel iconBreakfast
Hotel iconTHE THOUSAND KYOTO or similar
day-6

KYOTO

Kyoto Private 6-Hour Tour: English-Speaking Driver (No Guide)

Perfect for independent travelers exploring Kyoto with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver. An English-speaking guide is available for an extra fee.

Sightseeing Examples: Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nijo Castle, Nishiki Market, Arashiyama (Bamboo Grove/Togetsukyo Bridge), Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, and more!


Hotel iconBreakfast
Hotel iconTHE THOUSAND KYOTO or similar
day-7

KYOTO - NARA

Morning: Explore Kyoto at your own pace.

Afternoon: Travel from Kyoto to Nara on the Sightseeing Limited Express Train “Aoniyoshi.”



Hotel iconBreakfast

*Half board plan is available.

Hotel iconKasuga Hotel or similar
day-8

NARA

Day of Free Activities

We can arrange a "Nara Experience" for you.

Examples of Sightseeing & Experiences:

- Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara Park
- Sake brewery visit
- Asuka Period History Cycling Tour
- Gourmet soy sauce tasting and Mitarashi Dango making, and more!


Hotel iconBreakfast

*Half board plan is available.

Hotel iconKasuga Hotel or similar
day-9

NARA - Mt.Koya

Morning: Free time

Afternoon: Transfer to Mt. Koya by private car.

Optional activities: Experience "Ajikan" meditation and enjoy "Shojin Ryori" dinner at a temple lodging (shukubo).


Hotel iconHalf board

Meals are served in the guest room, featuring Shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine). Gluten-free options available. Shojin ryori uses traditional methods (raw, boiled, baked, fried, steamed) and flavors (soy sauce, vinegar, salt, sugar, spicy). Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Hotel iconShukubo Ekoin
day-10

Mt.KOYA - OSAKA

7:00 am: Religious service in the main hall.
7:30 am: Goma Fire Ritual at Bishamondo, open to overnight guests.
Afternoon: Transfer to a hotel near Kansai International Airport via private car service.


Hotel iconBreakfast
Hotel iconHotel: Star Gate Hotel Kansai Airport or similar
day-11

Tour Ends

After check-out, make your own way to Kansai Airport for your departure flight.


Hotel iconBreakfast

If you wish to stay extra nights, please contact us to book hotel accommodations.

Accommodations

Stay at hand-selected deluxe accommodations throughout your journey!

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Zentis Hotel

Kita Ward, Dojimahama, Osaka

Zentis Osaka or similar

Encounters of a New Kind

The place where serendipitous encounters lead to unexpected acquaintances and where inspiring experiences reveal a new perspective.

Contemporary and refined, Zentis is a new hotel in Dojimahama, Osaka mere minutes from picturesque Nakanoshima and trendy Kitashinchi.

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THE THOUSAND KYOTO

570 Higashi Shiokoji cho, Kyoto

THE THOUSAND KYOTO or similar

Enjoy a personalized stay at THE THOUSAND KYOTO, a luxury hotel near Kyoto Station. Close to attractions like Maruyama Park and Kyoto Tower, it offers modern guestrooms, a serene garden, two restaurants, a tea bar, spa treatments, and a fitness center. Experience "Deep Kyoto" for a unique stay.

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Kasuga Hotel Nara

40, Noborioji-cho, Nara-city, Nara

Kasuga Hotel or similar

Kasuga Hotel is located at the most convenient spot, near the gateway to Nara Park, to access major sightseeing places.

We are sure you will enjoy our open-air bath overlooking a landscaped garden and also delighted with our Kaiseki Cuisine adopted from local delicacies.

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Ekoin Garden

Koyasan, Wakayama

Shukubo Ekoin

Shukubo Koya-san Eko-in, a 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple, offers Japanese-style rooms, a garden, and access to morning services, the Goma fire ritual, and meditation. Rooms have tatami flooring, futon bedding, an LCD TV, and shared bath facilities. Nearby is Kongobu-ji Temple.

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Star Gate Hotel Kansai Airport

Osaka

Hotel: Star Gate Hotel Kansai Airport or similar

5 minutes to Kansai International Airport(the next station)and directly adjacent to JR/Nankai Rinku-town Station.

The ocean. Wide open skies. Greenery. A great resort location.

The hotel is close to Rinku Premium Outlet ® where you will find around 200 shops selling brand goods from Japan and overseas. Rinku Park and Marble Beach are also nearby.

Notes

Please review the following important details. Contact us for any questions.

Price

  • Based on twin/triple room occupancy. Single supplement applies for solo travelers supply. Prices may vary due to exchange rates and availability.

Deposit

  • $200 per person required at booking; final payment due 2 months before departure.

Transport

  • Transfer between Nara - Mt.Koya - Osaka via private car. The price may vary depends on car size.

  • Day 1: Optional private transfer to your Osaka hotel available.

Customize Your Kansai Tour

Create your perfect Kansai experience, including EXPO 2025 and beyond.