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Nara ENGLISH GUIDE, Giant Buddha, Deer free in the park
Product code 456845P1
From
From JPY 21,000
Dates
May 1, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026
Start times
8:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-1, Child ages 2-5, Adult ages 6-100
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Nara ENGLISH GUIDE, Giant Buddha, Deer free in the park
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 21,000
Nara ENGLISH GUIDE, Giant Buddha, Deer free in the park
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Excursion to Nara, an ancient imperial seat from the 8th century. (710-784 AD) Departing from Kyoto, another historical capital of Japan (794-1868), the transfer is made by train to Nara station and by bus to the Buddha Temple. In Nara, in the immense park around the Buddha temple you will find numerous domesticated deer that have coexisted with local citizens since ancient times. Visitors are allowed to give them biscuits for sale at the designated stalls. Judas will illustrate the monuments of the Buddha Temple, especially those declared national treasures of Japan; will provide detailed information on popular Buddhist devotion: secrets to be revealed only to tour participants to learn about the history of the people, not written in tourist guide books.
Overview
Excursion to Nara, an ancient imperial seat from the 8th century. (710-784 AD) Departing from Kyoto, another historical capital of Japan (794-1868), the transfer is made by train to Nara station and by bus to the Buddha Temple. In Nara, in the immense park around the Buddha temple you will find numerous domesticated deer that have coexisted with local citizens since ancient times. Visitors are allowed to give them biscuits for sale at the designated stalls. Judas will illustrate the monuments of the Buddha Temple, especially those declared national treasures of Japan; will provide detailed information on popular Buddhist devotion: secrets to be revealed only to tour participants to learn about the history of the people, not written in tourist guide books.
What's Included
Included
Public transport rates, Temple entrance fee
Not included
No exclusions listed.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
To the outdoor space between the 4 escalators in front of the taxi (not coach) terminal, space located to the east just outside the central entrance to the north of Kyoto Station. (Participants will receive an email with detailed information about the meeting point one day before the tour)
End point
To the outdoor space between the 4 escalators in front of the taxi (not coach) terminal, space located to the east just outside the central entrance to the north of Kyoto Station. (Participants will receive an email with detailed information about the meeting point one day before the tour)
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 1
Japan's largest seated Buddha statue inaugurated in 752 AD. with other national treasures of Todai-ji Temple. (transfer time between Kyoto and Nara: from Kyoto station approx. 50 minutes by train to Nara station, and approx. 15 minutes by bus to reach Todai-ji Temple)
Stop 2
1 hour
Stop 2
Numerous domesticated deer free in the immense park (about a thousand specimens throughout the city of Nara). They ask you for snack biscuits while repeating bows.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
There is a distance of 40 kilometers between Kyoto and Nara, so the return journey by train and bus takes approximately 3 hours.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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