Close enough to Kyoto to do alone, Uji gets stacked with Nara or Fushimi Inari on most of these tours. If you want to linger, the tea shops on the approach to Byodo-in serve matcha soba and green tea parfaits that justify a slow lunch.
Visit Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Uji on a guided Kyoto day trip, with bus transfers, free time, and temple admission paid separately.
Most Popular★ 4.9“The tour guide explained things in great detail and was very friendly. Highly recommended!”
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2,375 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $44.85
Delve into the captivating blend of cultural treasures and tea rituals that await in the heart of Japan's historic Kansai region on this immersive one-day tour.
★ 5.0“Amazing tour! We loved our guide, Den. She was super friendly and knowledgable. It was a great combination of historical spots, great food, meeting the deer in Nara, and a very nice bento lunch and memorable matcha experience in Uji. Den is fantastic. Don’t hesitate!”
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1,573 reviewsFrom $129.25by Japan Panoramic Tours
See Nara’s deer, Todaiji, Uji’s matcha quarter and Fushimi Inari in one day, with transfers and an English or Chinese-speaking guide.
★ 4.8“Guide so friendly, fast service”
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1,116 reviews9 hoursFrom $46.65
Visit Byodoin, Uji’s matcha streets, Fushimi Inari and Katsuoji in one day, with round-trip bus transport and time to explore each stop yourself.
★ 4.9“Tour guide Akira is wonderful and very kind! The explanations were also very detailed! The recommended restaurants were delicious too! Aside from the rainy weather 🌧️, everything else was fantastic -w-”
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279 reviews10 hoursFrom $44.85
Build a private 10-hour Osaka day around Nara, Kyoto, Uji, Kobe, or city sights, with hotel pickup and a flexible route.
★ 4.7“The driver was on time, drove smoothly, and the car was clean and tidy. A very good experience.”
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198 reviews10 hoursFrom $227.35
Discover Uji’s rich tea and religious culture with a private guided tour, including temple visits, tea tastings, and local stories—an authentic Japan experience.
★ 4.8“Our guide, Ferdinand, was exceptional, making the entire experience truly wholesome and deeply enriching. I gained a much greater understanding of Uji and Japan as a whole, including the cultural nuances and serene nature of its people. The selection of temples and the tea experience…”
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75 reviews4 hoursFrom $159by Pinpoint Traveler
Visit Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera and Uji in one day, with round-trip transport, a bilingual guide and free time for temples and matcha.
★ 4.9“Awesome! The itinerary was very diverse, and the timing was perfectly arranged, so it never felt rushed. Theodore Chen is amazing at switching between languages and communicating in multiple languages!”
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54 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $46.85
Visit Nara, Uji and Fushimi Inari in one day, with deer, the Great Buddha, matcha stops and transport from Osaka or Kyoto.
★ 4.8“The tour was great, and we visited all the sights we wanted to see.”
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45 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $44.85
Dive into the cultural wonders of Japan's historic landmarks, from the iconic Kinkakuji Temple to the friendly deer of Nara Park, on this comprehensive day tour.
★ 4.5“Highly motivated tour guide Evy. ! I am still under the lasting impression from the insights. Thank you!”
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39 reviewsFrom $67.00by F Trip
Visit Byodoin, make Uji matcha, and see Nara’s Great Buddha and deer on a guided day trip with lunch and hotel transfers.
★ 4.7“besides from the weather being too hot, the tour was great! Japan is such a beautiful country! Amy our tour guide was very friendly and informative. she was constantly checking in on us to make sure we were doing ok with the heat and humidity.”
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36 reviews9 hoursFrom $323.69
Discover Uji's finest green tea with a hands-on matcha grinding workshop, historical temple visits, and local sweets in this enriching 4-hour Kyoto tour.
★ 5.0“Vincent is such a great guide! We learned a ton about the Uji area and the local history. We loved the tea workshop and were very satisfied overall with the whole tour. Uji is such a nice little town and we're glad to have explored…”
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26 reviewsFrom $130.46by Tomodachi Tours
Journey through the cultural and historical landscapes of Kyoto and Uji, uncovering the secrets and serenity that await on this full-day sightseeing tour.
★ 5.0“Tour guide (John) spoke in three languages - English, Mandarin and Japanese. He was insightful and clearly explained meeting check-in/return times. He provided meet up details and area maps via WhatsApp. The so-so: the bus driver did Read more”
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25 reviewsFrom $57.90by F Trip
Discover Kyoto’s highlights early in the morning with this small-group tour visiting Fushimi Inari, Byodoin Temple, and Ujigami Shrine — packed with insights and fewer crowds.
★ 5.0“Lovely early morning walk through the beautiful temple!Guide Genki was excellent! Warm, engaging and very knowledgeable and caring”
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18 reviewsFrom $55.18by GuideMe Japan
Discover the serenity of Kyoto's tea culture and ancient temples on our private guided tour. Immerse yourself in Uji's beauty and savor the essence of Japan in 2023.
★ 5.0“David was a knowledgeable guide who spoke English and Japanese. Tea drinking can be a complex event! Also visited a temple.”
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17 reviewsFrom $162.41by Pinpoint Traveler, Inc
Experience the ultimate cultural journey on our Kyoto and Nara Golden Route 1-Day Bus Tour. Explore stunning temples, sacred deer parks, and ancient wonders. Book now!
★ 4.5“Navigating the subway from Osaka to Nara. I wouldn't have done it on my own. Great day trip. Enjoyable locations. Lot of walking, have good walking shoes. Great lunch included. Visiting the shrines was captivating.”
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13 reviewsFrom $103