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Nara Tours
Book a Private Nara Tour with a Local Tour Guide
Nara Day Trip Tours
Nara and Osaka in One Day
Nara
8 hours
In the morning, we will be visiting Nara, the ancient capital city of Japan before Kyoto. In the late afternoon, we will move to Osaka, the vibrant center of Western Japan. You can feel two different faces of Japan, old and new in one day. Experience ancient history during the day and enjoy vibrant commercial atomosphere of the urban life in the late afternoon / early evening.
FROM$272/ per group
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Toichi N.
4.98 / 5
(56 reviews)
Exploring Nara, Nara Pref
Nara
8 hours
Nara is ideal for those who wish to see not only numerous historical structures but also to touch, feed wild deers roaming freely around in the Nara Park. There are 8 UNESCO heritages in Nara spotted sparsely in the historic regions which have full of rich tales in Nara period (from 710 to 794). Visiting 4 UNESCO heritages (3 temples and 1 shrine) in this tour in addition to one Japanese garden.
FROM$242/ per group
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Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(29 reviews)
Private Tour One day tour for Nara and Osaka
Nara
8 hours
In one day we visit Todaiji Temple and Kasuga shrine in Nara and Osaka castle and Dootonnbori ( famous shoppingnand entertainment place) in Osaka First we visit Nara and from there we go to Osaka by train and visit Osaka castle and dootonbori district.
FROM$306/ per group
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Akira M.
4.38 / 5
(29 reviews)
Full day Nara/Kyoto private guided tour!
Nara
8 hours
We can meet at your hotel, either from Kyoto, Nara or Osaka? The plan would be to start from Nara. We will walk across the Nara park until the monumental Todai ji temple then move up nearby to the Nigatsu-do temple for an amazing view of the city. Then we can have some snack, or lunch at the most famous shopping arcade of the city. See some shops there if you want and then get the train(or train back) to Kyoto until the Fushimi Inari Taisha, the main Shinto shrine of Japan⛩
FROM$238/ per group
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Alex O.
4.86 / 5
(7 reviews)
Full Day Nara tour from Kyoto with a private guide
Nara
7 hours
Nara is a very beautiful and interesting city known by the old name of "Yamato". It was established as the first permanent Japan's capital in the year 710. There are a lot of historical monuments in this ancient city, such as Todaiji Great Buddha Hall, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kofukuji Temple and so on. Nara"deer"park is also one of must-see areas. Let's walk around and play with the lovely deer!!
FROM$204/ per group
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Koichi W.
4.93 / 5
(45 reviews)
Nara Deer Park and a large statue of Buddha
Nara
7 hours
This is a van- ride tour for the aged and disabled using wheelchairs. Their family and friends can accompany them. Each seat is not so large, sometimes cramped for the large except the space for a wheelchair, however. The lift taxi can reach a parking lot close to tourist sites ,or drop you off where you want sometimes when parking lots are so busy.
FROM$374/ per group
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Takehiko O.
4.76 / 5
(34 reviews)
Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Nara Temples
Nara
8 hours
Nothing better than to discover Nara by the explanations from an -almost-local person who is also a certified interpreter-guide! The first fixed capital of Japan, a city of tradition and history. You will discover an ancient capital which became a calm countryside city. Nothing to hurry, nothing to worry!
FROM$258/ per group
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Mouloud H.
4.67 / 5
(9 reviews)
Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kashihara
Nara
8 hours
Kashihara-jingu shrine shows us the long History of Japan from 660BC to 1889. After visiting proto-Japan and Meiji in Kashihara-jingu, we can go to Imai-cho, Japanese traditional town. When we visit Kashihara, we can know more about Japanese History, while having fun and great time.
FROM$258/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.67 / 5
(9 reviews)
Nara Highlights Tours
One Day Tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara
Nara
8 hours
Nara was once the ancient capital of Japan. There are many historical sites, artefacts, relics, temples and shrines. There is a proof that the capital flourished in the 8th century. Nara is also rich in nature. Mountains, primitive forests and parks enhance the attraction of Nara. This tour includes Kofukuji Temple, Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine, which are World Heritage Sites. We will also visit the Nara Park which is famous for deer. Let's enjoy the tour in Nara together !
FROM$204/ per group
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Atsuko T.
4.94 / 5
(33 reviews)
Your most memorable tour to Nara (Kyoto or Osaka departure)
Nara
7 hours
In Nara deer Park, you can feed many cute wild deers. After playing with deers, you will go to Toudaiji Temple. You can see huge buddaha statue. Next, you will go to kasuga shrine After lunch, you will viist Koufukuji Temple and you can see a five-storied pagoda. Morover, based on your request, I will take you to other spots.
FROM$190/ per group
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Kazuhiko G.
4.70 / 5
(142 reviews)
One day trip of Nara Park
Nara
6 hours
-Nara Park is famous and known as Deer Park, and more than one thousand deer roam freely in the park.-Numerous important temples, shrines, gardens and museums are within minutes of one another within the park.-The most famous sites are Todai-ji temple, Kasuga Grand Shrine, and Kofuku-ji temple.-These temples and shrines were originally built in Nara period, 1,300 years ago.
FROM$135/ per group
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Makoto Y.
4.95 / 5
(87 reviews)
Experience Serene Atmosphere of Ancient Capital of Nara
Nara
8 hours
Nara was an acient capital of Japan and still retains serene atmosphere in Nara Park. There are three famous historic sites in Nara city including Todaiji Temple, Kohfukuji Temple and Kasuga-taisha Shrine. Those spots are located in Nara Park. Some buildings are original and some were repeatedly reconstructed after devastation caused by fire in the civil wars.
FROM$218/ per group
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Hiroyuki F.
4.90 / 5
(111 reviews)
Private Tour Half Day Walking Tour In Nara
Nara
5 hours
We visit Nara park, Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Shrine and Koufukuji Temple from 9 a.m. to 13 p.m.Nara was an ancient capital of Japan from 710 to 784 before the capital was moved to Kyoto.Todaiji Temple is famous for the Big statue of Budda and the Budda hall is the biggest wooden structure in the world.In Nara park you see a lot of wild deers.
FROM$238/ per group
Akira M.
4.38 / 5
(29 reviews)
Explore the best of Nara in a one day private tour
Nara
6 hours
The tour includes a pick up from Kyoto city, then heading to Nara by train from Kyoto station. In Nara, we will make a Nara deer park walk, visits to Kofuku-ji temple and Five Storied Pagoda,Todaiji temple and Kasuga Taisha shrine,before stopping for lunch and taking the train back to Kyoto.
FROM$476/ per group
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Ahmed A.
4.84 / 5
(25 reviews)
Nara Yakushi-ji Temple/Toshodai-ji Temple --- UNESCO World Heritage Temples
Nara
5 hours
- Yakushi-ji Temple is located about five kilometer south west of JR Nara station. - Two major UNESCO World Heritage temples(Yakushi-ji & Toushodai-ji) are located here. - After meeting at Nishinokyo station, we walk through Yakushi-ji, and Toshodai-ji Temple. - As an optional tour, we can visit Mausoleum of Emperor Suinin, next to Toushoudai-ji Temple.
FROM$112/ per group
Makoto Y.
4.95 / 5
(87 reviews)
Customized Private Tour in Nara
Nara
8 hours
This is customized private tour in Nara which guests can create easily by selecting any spots from a list of popular tourist destinations. The list consists of 8 tourist destinations (S01-S08) that are very popular especially among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection the guide will arrange best itinerary with tour cost and feedback proper offer to the guest for formal booking.
FROM$354/ per group
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Kenji M.
4.71 / 5
(68 reviews)
Nara Art, Culture, & Historical Tours
Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.
Nara
8 hours
Nara is the most ancient city in Japan. You can see one of the most biggest images of Buddha in Japan called"Daibutu-san", and You also see many dee...
FROM$48/ per person
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Hiroshi Y.
4.65 / 5
(295 reviews)
Explore Ancient Nara with a History Guide
Nara
8 hours
30 years ago, a great discovery was made in the outskirts of Nara. Excavation team found a rock coffin in the burial mound. According to Japan's first national history book "Nihonsyoki," two princes were assassinated over the matter of throne succession in the late 6th century. The scientific resarch revealed that inside the coffin were bones of two adult males. Together with the bones, they found many other treasures. This ancient city has a lot of mysteries.
FROM$340/ per group
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Masaki H.
4.91 / 5
(68 reviews)
Nara Sightseeing & the World of Buddhist Statuary
Nara
7 hours
Through this tour you will be intrigued with the charm of Buddhist statuary, which represents people's wishes and prayers. Figures of statues vary according to the development of eras from Asuka period to Muromachi period. At the same time you can
FROM$194/ per group
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Yoshihisa T.
4.97 / 5
(163 reviews)
Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~
Nara
5 hours
We will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' townscape.
FROM$139/ per group
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Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(35 reviews)
One day tour in Nara
Nara
7 hours
Highlights of the tour are feeding deers in Nara Park and overwhelmed by the great Budha, Daibutu. Tour also visits several historcal sites. As all historical sites are located in the Nara park, we will mainly walk through the park ( 5~8km ) The tour also can customized in line with the customer's interest, historical sites, cultural sites or shopping.
FROM$170/ per group
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Yasuhisa K.
4.89 / 5
(9 reviews)
A traditional handcraft tour ~India ink stick~
Nara
2 hours 30 min
The production of India ink stick started at a monastery in Nara in 14C. Today 95% of India ink sticks are made here in Nara. In this tour, you will experience Japanese calligraphy and enjoy making your own ink stick with the guidance of a traditional craftsman. Then you will walk up one of the main streets called Sanjo street and look around other handcraft shops unique to Nara.
FROM$77/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(35 reviews)
Tour for the East end of Silk Road, Nara
Nara
5 hours
Nara has a long history including the site of the first and large scale capital of Japan in 7 century. However, Japan had reached at the status of national unity before 7 century and had started official envoy to Sui Dynasty of China in AD600. Therefore various new technology and culture had been transferred from China through anciant Korea.Tour will therefore explore the sign of influence of China, Persia or even from Greece transferred through the ancient Silk Road.
FROM$170/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.89 / 5
(9 reviews)
Nara Off the Beaten Path Tours
Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~
Nara
7 hours
Asuka, the ancient political center, has been preserved. Not only historical structure such as Asuka dera, the oldest temple in Japan and "Ishibutai", mysterious huge stone tomb, but also tranquil village landscape must leave deep impression on you. "Tanada", terraced rice field, mountains and streams, old village houses will surely energize busy modern people. In the afternoon, we will explore the beautiful village, experience traditional Japanese natural dyeing,and visit the farmers' market.
FROM$183/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(35 reviews)
Walk along the Japanese oldest road
Nara
6 hours
Yamanobe-no-michi Road, the oldest road in Japan, runs through at the foot of eastern mountains of Nara Basin. In this area, huge burial mounds and oldest shrines blend well with quiet farming villages. This tour might take you back in time to the ancient mythical period. The road is mostly flat and comfortable to walk on.
FROM$165/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(35 reviews)
Walking along historical trail of Nara(3)
Nara
4 hours 30 min
Yamanobe no Michi, "Old trail along the foot of the mountain" from Miwa shrine to Kasuga shrine, has been shown in the Kojiki," Records of Ancient Matters" the Japanese oldest history book ( beginning of 8 century ). The trip is a walking about the half of the trail between Tenri and Yanagimoto JR stations visiting historical spots including shrines and ancient tombs before 6 centuries
FROM$271/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.89 / 5
(9 reviews)
Walking along historical trail of Nara(2):
Nara
4 hours 30 min
Nara area used to be a Capital of Japan for 80 years (Heijyoukyou;A.D.708-810).After transferring the Capital to Kyoto, Nara was remained as a center of Buddhism. Although many temples remained such as Todaiji and Kohukuji, many other temples have been established but abolished in its long history, then only stone Buddha images are remained as an evident of the history.
FROM$271/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.89 / 5
(9 reviews)
Nara Nature & Outdoor Tours
Walking along historical trail of Nara(1):Samurai road
Nara
4 hours 30 min
Walking along historical trail between Nara and Yagyu where was used to be the mecca of swordsmanship "Kenjyutu" during Edo era. As Yagyu family was a leader of Yagyu Shinkage Ryu, one of the stile of Japanese swordsmanships, many samurais visited Yagu to learn the skill through the trail. You can enjoy such old trail thinking about samurai who were eager to improve the skill of swordsmanship.
FROM$271/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.89 / 5
(9 reviews)
Full-Day Guided Tour in a Japanese Mountain: Yoshino, Nara
Nara
8 hours
Come with me, certified interpreter-guide, to discover Yoshino, in the South of Nara prefecture! Surrounded by nature and inside mountains, Yoshino is the place to visit especially during the beautiful sakura season, better between April 13~15. But even out season, Yoshino is a high place of History, mostly with the Southern Imperial Court of Japan (14th century).
FROM$258/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.67 / 5
(9 reviews)
Asuka Walking or Cycling Tour
Nara
5 hours
Asuka is the place where first unified state was established. It was a capital of Japan from 538 to 710. There are a lot of view point including ruins of the Imperial palace, ancient tombs, uniquely shaped stone structures throughout the area. You can enjoy the historical atmosphere and beautiful scenery.
FROM$54/ per group
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Yuri T.
4.32 / 5
(19 reviews)
Walking along historical trail of Nara (4)
Nara
4 hours 30 min
Second part of the "Yamanobe no michi"..The trip is a walking the trail between Sakurai and Yanagimoto JR stations. As the old palace of emperor "Makimuku" ( Some researchers believe that the site might be the old capital of Japan in 3 to 6 century with active trades and communication with Wei Dynasty of ancient China (A.D. 3rd century) , you can enjoy older historical spots along the trail.
FROM$271/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.89 / 5
(9 reviews)
Nara Unique Experience Tours
Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience
Nara
7 hours
First we will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' houses.Then I will take you to an traditional indigo-dyeing studio and help you to experience it.
FROM$190/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(35 reviews)
Experience Hozoin School of spearmanship
Nara
6 hours
Nara is a birth place of the Hozoin-Ryu Sojutu School of spearmanship. It was founded by Kakuzenbo Hoin In-ei who was a Buddhist monk of Kohfukuji Temple in Nara dating back 450 years.It is said that In-ei invented a spear with cross-shaped spearhead inspired by the reflection of the crescent moon on Sarusawa-ike Pond. This tour will take you to the related places to Kakuzenbo Hoin In-ei.
FROM$163/ per group
Hiroyuki F.
4.90 / 5
(111 reviews)
Indigo dyeing experience and Yakushi-ji temple visit
Nara
3 hours 30 min
Ai-zome, or indigo dyeing used to be very familiar with ordinary Japanese people, especially in Edo Period(16C to 19C). The beauty of the color is highly valued as "Japan Blue". You will experience at a studio called "Konya", the fine renovation of an old merchant's house in Yamato-koriyama city, a castle town. After that you will visit Yakushiji Temple. .
FROM$96/ per person
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(35 reviews)
Nara Kids & Family Friendly Tours
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Nara Tour Reviews
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Angel F.
5 / 5
Nov 10, 2023
“ Exciting tour in Nara ”
I would like to recognise Michiko for the excellent and valuable time she spent with us showing the most important places in Nara. She was absolutely amazing, adapting the tour to our interests, explaining details at every spot, facilitating everything for us to enjoy every place visited. Really a wonderful, unique and exciting visit to Nara. Would strongly recommend Michiko if you decide to visit Nara and some other places around. She is just superb! Thanks Michiko for all the time spent with us. Without your help and guidance we would have not been able to make such many things in the hours spent in Nara. All the best!
Michiko T.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm glad to know you enjoyed visiting the highlights of Nara. You are so rich with your fresh sensitivity and the deep insights into Japanese culture, and above all, with consideration for each other. Especially, I liked to see Elena sometimes stop to appreciate the beauty of the places. I hope you'll explore many more beautiful and interesting places and enjoy your stay in Japan!
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Lorraine B.
5 / 5
Nov 5, 2023
“ Excellent Day at Nara with Atsuko ”
Atsuko made our day in Nara more meaningful with her historical information and the best sushi we had in Japan. She didn't rush us and she volunteered to go back to Kyoto with us to take us to another sight along the train route though that put her far out of her way for going home to Osaka. We ended up doing that on our own the next day, but appreciated all the effort and insights Atsuko contributed to making our day great.
Atsuko T.
Hello Ms. Larraine, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I was happy to know you liked sushi in Nara. You were interested in many things in Nara and also Japan. I really enjoyed showing many attractions in Nara and talking with you. It was a memorable day for me too. Thank you for joining my tour. Best regards, Atsuko
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Bill C.
5 / 5
Nov 5, 2023
“ Best of Nara region ”
We had a wonderful day with Michiko exploring the Nara region. She arranged a custom tour for us - starting with a bike ride through Asuka to the beautiful terraced rice paddy fields of Inabuchi. We also visited Asuka-dera - one of the oldest temples in Japan - and then enjoyed a nice lunch nearby. We then traveled to Nara to visit Todai-ji (Great Buddha Hall), other shrines, and finally the Naramachi district. Michiko is a very friendly and knowledgeable guide - and a most gracious host. We enjoyed meeting and spending the day with her. Highly recommend booking a tour with Michiko!
Michiko T.
Thank you for writing the kind review. I enjoyed every moment of the tour. i was lucky to visit Nara and Asuka, two ancient capitals of Japan with such a wonderful couple like you. Especially, I was impressed by your great interest in rice harvest and appreciation of nature. I hope this tour will leave you a colorful impression on Japan. See you again!
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Shireen C.
5 / 5
Nov 4, 2023
“ Tour with Rio ”
The tour with Rio was great. He even took us to one of the Korean areas as we had a bit of time before our train arrived. He was very helpful when I had trouble riding the bike and organised alternate transport for me. His English was also very good and he was able to give some tips for visiting other spots in Osaka. He was very easy to talk to
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