5-Day Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Cherry Blossom tour Package
Cultural Heritage & Scenic Highlights
Experience Japan’s springtime magic on a 5-Day Private Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Cherry Blossom Tour. Wander through Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine, the Golden Pavilion, and the Philosopher’s Path draped in pink petals, and enjoy a romantic rickshaw ride through Arashiyama’s Bamboo Forest. Visit Nara Park to see the Great Buddha and friendly deer beneath blooming trees, and marvel at Osaka Castle Park’s thousands of cherry blossoms surrounding its moat. With private guides, comfortable transfers, and handpicked scenic spots, this tour offers the perfect blend of beauty, culture, and comfort during Japan’s most enchanting season.
- Day 1: Arrival in Kyoto – Gateway to Japan’s Spring Beauty
- Day 2: Kyoto & Nara Highlights – Temples, Torii, and Cherry Blossoms
- Day 3: Kyoto Discovery – Culture, Craft, and Sakura Charm
- Day 4: Osaka Excursion – Flavors of Modern Japan in Bloom
- Day 5: Departure – Farewell to Japan’s Blossoms
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🌸 5-Day Private Kyoto, Nara & Osaka Cherry Blossom Tour
Discover the World's Hidden Gems in Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka in Springtime
Experience Japan’s Springtime Magic with Private Guides and Transfers
Discover Japan in full bloom with this 5-day private cherry blossom journey through Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka. Enjoy the elegance of hanami (flower-viewing) under pink petals, serene temples surrounded by sakura trees, and picturesque walks along rivers and castle moats — all with expert local guides and private transfers.
Day 1 – Arrival in Kyoto: Welcome to Japan’s Spring Splendor
Your private driver greets you at Kansai or Osaka Itami Airport for a comfortable transfer to your Kyoto hotel. Depending on your arrival time, begin your cherry blossom journey with an evening stroll through Gion Shirakawa, where traditional tea houses glow softly beneath arching cherry trees reflected in the canal.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 2 – Kyoto Highlights & Arashiyama Blossoms
Start your morning at Fushimi Inari Taisha, exploring its thousands of vermilion torii gates framed by early-blooming sakura. Continue to Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), where the golden reflection contrasts beautifully with pink cherry blossoms in the surrounding gardens.
In the afternoon, head to Arashiyama, one of Kyoto’s most scenic districts during spring. Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, then enjoy a private rickshaw ride along the riverside lined with blooming cherry trees. Cross the Togetsukyo Bridge, a famous spot where mountains, river, and sakura form a postcard-perfect view.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 3 – Kyoto Hanami Trail: Temples & Blossom Views
Today focuses on Kyoto’s most iconic cherry blossom spots. Begin at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, where sweeping views of the city unfold beneath a canopy of blossoms. Walk down Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka, lined with weeping cherry trees and traditional shops.
Continue to the Philosopher’s Path, a stone walkway following a canal bordered by hundreds of sakura trees — one of Kyoto’s most beloved hanami locations. Visit nearby Heian Shrine, whose vast gardens and weeping cherries reach full bloom in early April. End the day with a peaceful tea ceremony surrounded by spring scenery.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 4 – Nara & Osaka Cherry Blossom Highlights
After breakfast, travel to Nara, where Nara Park bursts into pink around Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha Hall. Stroll beneath the blossoms, feed the friendly deers, and enjoy this uniquely peaceful spring experience.
Continue to Osaka, visiting Osaka Castle Park, one of Japan’s most famous cherry blossom sites with over 4,000 trees framing the historic castle and surrounding moats. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, illuminated by spring colors and festive lights. Return to Kyoto in the evening.
Overnight: Kyoto
Day 5 – Farewell to Japan’s Blossoms
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Kyoto. If time allows, visit Maruyama Park, the city’s oldest and most famous hanami spot, home to the magnificent weeping cherry tree (shidarezakura). Your private driver will transfer you to Kansai or Osaka Airport for departure.
Bid farewell to Japan with unforgettable memories of cherry blossoms, ancient temples, and the warmth of springtime hospitality.
Expedition in your style
Gold Package
Included:
- A private car.
- A private English-speaking driver or Mandarin-speaking driver.
What you'll get:
- Dedicated and full-hearted service to you.
- Basic generic guidance or introduction of the destination with limited English.
- Freedom and privacy when touring on your own.
- More flexibility of your tour schedules.
- Significant saving of the tour cost.
What's not covered:
- Walking with you in the attractions.
- Professional commentary.
- Lunch.
Platinum Package
Included:
- A private car.
- A private English-speaking tour guide or a Mandarin-speaking guide.
- Entrance fees.
What you'll get:
- Dedicated and full-hearted service to you.
- Detailed commentary of the attractions.
- Flexibility of your tour schedules.
What's not covered:
- Lunch.
optional activities
Kaiseki Dinner with Geisha Dance
Kaiseki Dinner with Geisha Dance
Kaiseki Dinner with Geisha Dance
Enjoy an elegant Kaiseki dinner with a traditional Geisha dance performance, where exquisite seasonal dishes and graceful artistry blend to offer an unforgettable taste of Kyoto’s refined culture.
Private Kimono Tea Ceremony
Kaiseki Dinner with Geisha Dance
Kaiseki Dinner with Geisha Dance
Experience the award-winning tea ceremony guided by an expert tea master. Learn the history, tools, and etiquette as you whisk your own cup of premium matcha — a true taste of Kyoto’s culture.
Ninja Experience
Kaiseki Dinner with Geisha Dance
Osaka: Sumo Show & Experience
Train like a ninja for a day at the Samurai Ninja Museum Kyoto, Japan’s top-rated and most affordable hands-on ninja experience for all ages!
Osaka: Sumo Show & Experience
Osaka: Sumo Show & Experience
Osaka: Sumo Show & Experience
Enjoy an English-guided Sumo show and hands-on experience, try on or purchase kimonos, and savor a hearty Chanko Nabe hot pot, the traditional meal of sumo wrestlers.
Sagano Romantic Train
Osaka: Sumo Show & Experience
Sagano Romantic Train
Ride the Sagano Romantic Train, a scenic railway through Kyoto’s Arashiyama mountains offering breathtaking views of rivers, forests, and cherry blossoms in spring.
Osaka Sakura Cruise
Osaka: Sumo Show & Experience
Sagano Romantic Train
Enjoy a 25-minute Okawa River cherry blossom cruise, passing Osaka Castle and the Mint Bureau for stunning spring views of Osaka from the water.