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Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
Product code 174545P48
From
From JPY 34,000
Dates
Nov 14, 2024 to Jun 30, 2025
Start times
11:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 0-99
Options
From Osaka (G-567), 7h tour (G-566), From Kyoto (G-568), Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From JPY 34,000
Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Embark on a half-day tour of Nara’s rich heritage. Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and interact with the sacred wild deer of Nara Park, believed to be divine messengers for over 1,200 years. Your tour starts with Kofuku-ji Temple, known for its five-story pagoda, then continues to Todai-ji Temple, where you’ll see the awe-inspiring Great Buddha statue. Your guide will share stories about these historic sites and Japanese Buddhism. Next, enjoy panoramic views from Nigetsu-do Temple, and walk to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, famous for its lanterns and deer. After exploring Nara Park, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. End the tour with a visit to a traditional old town, contrasting modern Tokyo, and see a merchant’s house to experience Nara’s past. This tour offers a unique mix of culture, nature, and history in Nara.
Overview
Embark on a half-day tour of Nara’s rich heritage. Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and interact with the sacred wild deer of Nara Park, believed to be divine messengers for over 1,200 years. Your tour starts with Kofuku-ji Temple, known for its five-story pagoda, then continues to Todai-ji Temple, where you’ll see the awe-inspiring Great Buddha statue. Your guide will share stories about these historic sites and Japanese Buddhism. Next, enjoy panoramic views from Nigetsu-do Temple, and walk to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, famous for its lanterns and deer. After exploring Nara Park, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. End the tour with a visit to a traditional old town, contrasting modern Tokyo, and see a merchant’s house to experience Nara’s past. This tour offers a unique mix of culture, nature, and history in Nara.
What's Included
Included
Deer Cracker
Local guide
Todai-ji Temple visitation fee
Interaction with wild deer
Kohfuku-ji Temple visitation fee
Not included
Private transportation
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
If you choose the Kyoto departure option, the meeting point is in front of the ticket gates at Kintetsu Kyoto Station. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
If you choose the Osaka departure option, the meeting point is in front of Lawson Namba 2-chome. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
In front of the Kintetu-Nara Station, In front of the statue of "Gyoki" . The guide will be holding the yellow sign.
End point
The tour ends at Kintetsu Nara Station. From here, you can easily travel by train to destinations such as Kyoto and Osaka. Located in the heart of Nara, it’s also a convenient spot for continuing your sightseeing.
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
The five-story pagoda and other beauty of the 1,300 year old temple.
Stop 2
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
Todaiji Temple is famous for the Great Buddha. Of course, the Daibutsu is very impressive, but there are many other attractions here that will fascinate you, such as the Nigatsudo Hall, which was built to lean out from the cliff.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 3
One of the most historic shrines in Japan. The precincts have been maintained as a sanctuary, and virgin forests remain. Enjoy the mysterious space.
Stop 4
50 minutes
Stop 4
Enjoy lunch recommended by the guide during the tour. Let your guide know at the beginning of the tour what you would like to eat.
Stop 5
15 minutes
Stop 5
Visit a Japanese house built over 100 years ago in the Naramachi district.
Stop 6
15 minutes
Stop 6
There are many old-fashioned buildings remaining in Naramachi. The Japan you have not yet seen is hidden at the end of the narrow alleys.
Pass by stop 7
Pass by stop 7
Nara Park is world-famous for its friendly, free-roaming deer, considered messengers of the gods in Shinto tradition. Visitors can interact with over 1,200 deer, feed them special crackers, and even witness their polite bows. These gentle creatures make the park a unique and unforgettable experience.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
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 Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
18 reviews
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