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Historic Monuments of Ancient Capital of Nara - from Osaka
Nara
8 hours
In Nara, eight Buddhism temples and Shintoism Shrines are included in the World Heritage as “Historic Monuments in Ancient Capital of Nara” as those represent close cultural exchanges between Japan and China, and even Hellenism culture in the 8th century. On this tour we will visit three of them in a day from Osaka.
FROM$250/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(155 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$282/ per group
Koichi W.
4.95 / 5
(66 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$256/ per group
Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(47 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$352/ per group
Alex O.
4.92 / 5
(12 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$218/ per group
Atsuko T.
4.97 / 5
(59 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$127/ per group
Makoto Y.
4.93 / 5
(111 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$211/ per group
Kazuhiko G.
4.78 / 5
(188 reviews)
Nara Highlights from Kyoto or Osaka
Nara
10 hours
Nara is located about 40km south from Kyoto and 30km east from Osaka. It is an older capital than Kyoto and as old as Osaka. It was about 1300 years ago. There are ancient temples. Most of them are older than Kyoto and are not Zen temple. Nara is quieter than Kyoto and Osaka. More than one thousand friendly deer live with Nara citizens. And also Nara has a lot of local food like Sushi, Ramen and so on. You would be able to have unique experience.
FROM$256/ per group
Yoshiharu K.
4.69 / 5
(52 reviews)
Nara Art, Culture, & Historical Tours
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$160/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.97 / 5
(34 reviews)
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 deer roaming freely around in Nara park. We visit Kasuga-Taisya Shrine ,founded to protect the Heijyokyo, which is also the deity of Fujiwara family is enshrined.
FROM$115/ per group
Hiroshi Y.
4.67 / 5
(329 reviews)
Tour of the Great Buddha of Nara
Nara
4 hours
(Highlights) The Great Buddha of Nara is a magnificent structure weighing some 500 tons. Originally built in 752 AD, the stature is 15.9 meters high excluding the pedestal and its face 4.8 meters long. Subsequently, it was damaged by natural disasasters, fires and wars and was repaired several times. It was completely rebuilt in the Edo period (1603-1867). You will be amazed at the splendid image of the Great Buddha calmly seated on the pedestal with the look of a perfect repose and passionless calm. His right hand shows mercy and left hand, the wisdom of the universe. The building housing this huge image, The Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple, is the largest existing wooden structure in the world, having an area of 54 meters by 49 meters and a height of 45 meters. It was burned down by a fire twice, but was rebuilt in the Edo period. (How to enjoy) You will be amazed at how huge the Buddha image is. Immerse yourself in the solemn atmosphere it creates amid the odor of burning incense, wonder at the ancient technology and the wisdom and the devotion of people. After all, you will never end up not being deeply impressed with the aura the "Daibutsu-sama" Great Buddha emits. Everywhere around the Great Buddha Hall, in the meantime, you can enjoy mixing with tame deer which do you no harm but ask you for food, "shika-sembei", which is being sold at the nearby stalls for 150 yen a pack containing some 50 grams of the deer food. You will feel very happy feeding, stroking and hugging the cute animal whose number exceeds, perhaps, 100. (Others) The transportation fare between Kyoto and Nara on a Kintetsu train is 620 yen (plus 510 yen if you take a limited express train). The entrance fee to Todaiji temple is 600 yen.
FROM$98/ per group
Tatsuhiro N.
4.54 / 5
(59 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 visit Nara Park, where you can feed deer. Also you can visit a nice sake tasting place after the tour if you like.
FROM$224/ per group
Yoshihisa T.
4.97 / 5
(230 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$172/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(59 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$255/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.97 / 5
(34 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$155/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(59 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$255/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.97 / 5
(34 reviews)
Nara Nature & Outdoor Tours
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$112/ per group
Yuri T.
4.48 / 5
(27 reviews)
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$255/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.97 / 5
(34 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$255/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.97 / 5
(34 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$416/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.73 / 5
(11 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$179/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(59 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$90/ per person
Michiko T.
5.00 / 5
(59 reviews)
Nara Kids & Family Friendly Tours
Nara Tour Reviews
“Tour of Nara and Osaka”
Kazu did an amazing job organizing a tour for our group. He met us in Kyoto and helped us navigate to Nara. We spent time with the deer and explored the temple with great explanations. He then got us to Osaka and spent time showing us highlights. It was a busy and amazing day! Kazu was kind and very accommodating as we had young kids with us. Highly recommend him as a guide.
Kazuhiko G.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm sorry I made your group walk a lot in the crowded streets. I had a fun day too. Thank you very much. However, it was a shame for the children that the Pokémon Center was closed. I hope this tour will be a memorable one for your group in Japan. Thank you !!
“Great Tour of Nara from Kyoto!”
We had a wonderful day with Mike on his Exploring Nara tour! He met us bright and early at our hotel and took us straight to Nara, where we learned so much about the area’s history and landmarks. His friendly personality and extensive knowledge made the day really special, and he took a lot of great photos that we’ll enjoy for years to come. He packs in a lot, so be ready for an active day with plenty of walking and public transport. The detailed information he shared before and after the tour was incredibly helpful and will come in handy for our next visit to Japan. Highly recommend Mike if you’re looking for a top-notch guide in the Kyoto area!
Masahisa M.
Sean Thank you very much for coming all the way from active city I loved. How was your trip from Kyoto to Hiroshima ? I am relieved to hear that everyone has returned safely. Wishing you all a wonderful New Year. Thanks Masahisa
“Lovely guide Yui”
Yui was a warm and friendly guide for our first day in Japan. She took us to many places and we thoroughly enjoyed our day. She even suggested places to try in our upcoming days and helped streamline our shinkansen tickets to our IC cards. She showed us the traditions when entering temples so that every temple we go to, we know what to do now! Thank you for making wonderful memories for us Yui! Highly recommend guide.
Yui M.
Thank you for the reviews. I enjoyed to introduce the places to you and glad to hear that you enjoyed that. Hopefully I can introduce other places at the other areas next time. Thank you again to choose me for your guide. Take carex
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