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Perfect Nara Park Half-Day Bus Tour with English Speaking Guide
Product code 293458P13
From
From JPY 10,000
Dates
Available from Mar 1, 2026
Start times
12:30 PM, 12:35 PM
Travelers
Child ages 6-11, Adult ages 12-99
Options
12:35 Kintetsu Nara Station, 12:30JR Nara Station East Exit
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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 10,000
Perfect Nara Park Half-Day Bus Tour with English Speaking Guide
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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
**Important Notice**If you need to change the participation date or number of participants after making a reservation, please cancel your original booking and place a new one. Changes made without canceling the original reservation will not be accepted. Discover the wonders of Nara on this immersive tour, visiting two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Todaiji Temple, with its impressive Nandaimon Gate and the iconic Great Buddha Hall, and the serene Kasuga Taisha Shrine, known for its beautiful main shrine. Experience the breathtaking views from the summit of Mt. Wakakusa, a grass-covered mountain offering a panoramic vista that will leave you in awe. Our expert English-speaking guide will lead you throughout the day, providing insightful commentary and stories about these historical sites. As a special bonus, you will receive a “Nara-Yamatoji 2-Day Pass,” which allows unlimited rides on local buses within the designated area, along with an exclusive original handkerchief.
Overview
**Important Notice**If you need to change the participation date or number of participants after making a reservation, please cancel your original booking and place a new one. Changes made without canceling the original reservation will not be accepted. Discover the wonders of Nara on this immersive tour, visiting two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Todaiji Temple, with its impressive Nandaimon Gate and the iconic Great Buddha Hall, and the serene Kasuga Taisha Shrine, known for its beautiful main shrine. Experience the breathtaking views from the summit of Mt. Wakakusa, a grass-covered mountain offering a panoramic vista that will leave you in awe. Our expert English-speaking guide will lead you throughout the day, providing insightful commentary and stories about these historical sites. As a special bonus, you will receive a “Nara-Yamatoji 2-Day Pass,” which allows unlimited rides on local buses within the designated area, along with an exclusive original handkerchief.
What's Included
Included
Consumption tax
Nara-Yamatoji 2-Day Pass
English Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Deer fortune fortune-telling paper fee
Deer cracker fee
Temple entrance & Viewing fee
Not included
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Kintetsu Nara Station regular sightseeing bus stop Address: Nakasuji-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture 630-8237 Access: Immediately after getting off at Kintetsu Nara Line Kintetsu Nara Station *Please make sure to arrive at the bus stop 10 minutes before the departure time.
Please meet your tour guide at: JR Nara Station (East Exit) Bus Stop No. 4. *Please make sure to arrive at the bus stop 10 minutes before the departure time. Bus station location:
End point
Kintetsu Nara Station regular sightseeing bus stop Address: Nakasuji-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture 630-8237 Access: Immediately after getting off at Kintetsu Nara Line Kintetsu Nara Station *Please make sure to arrive at the bus stop 10 minutes before the departure time.
Please meet your tour guide at: JR Nara Station (East Exit) Bus Stop No. 4. *Please make sure to arrive at the bus stop 10 minutes before the departure time. Bus station location:
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour 10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
- Todaiji Temple (Nandaimon, Great Buddha Hall)
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 2
Kasuga Taisha Shrine (main shrine) is registered as World Heritage Sites. You can have a memorable sightseeing experience here. *You can visit the main shrine and draw a deer fortune (English version).
Pass by stop 3
Pass by stop 3
The Nara Okuyama Driveway is located in the Kasugayama Primeval Forest, a World Heritage Site.
Stop 4
40 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
At the summit of Mt. Wakakusa, you will have a panoramic view of Nara city. But the real thrill awaits in Nara Park, where you can feed rice crackers to the friendly deer, a unique and exciting opportunity.
Pass by stop 5
Pass by stop 5
- Scheduled to arrive at the Kofukuji at 16:20. (You can choose to leave on-site if you prefer.) - Scheduled to arrive at Kintetsu Nara Station drop-off point at 16:25 - Scheduled to arrive at JR Nara Station drop-off point at 16:30
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
The allotted time for transportation time is already included in the total duration
Other
Notifications for travelers **MUST READ** Service may be suspended if conditions compromise safety. Locations, visit order, times, and fees may change. Traffic delays may happen. During tourist season, allow time change. Children under six travel free if without a seat. Contact the reservation site for cancel inquiries. Proceed to the bus stop and show your boarding pass 10 minutes early.
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 for bad weather.
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
Review Summary
5.0
70 reviews
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