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Nara History Tour

Art, Culture, & Historical
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You can go in blind and simply learn as much as possible about this phenomenal city, where you will be provided with a good encapsulation of the wonders of Nara.

09:00 PM

Meeting Point

Nara station (JR Nara or Kintetsu-nara stations). Please let me know if you would like hotel pickup instead.

09:30 AM

The Nara Deer Park

Find out about the connection between these majestic animals and the foundations of Buddhism.

11:00 AM

Todaiji Temple and the Daibutsu statue

This site would deserves the label of world wonder, as one of the largest wooden structures in the world housing one of the largest buddhist statues, it is a true marvel to behold. Meanwhile, this site has a history with goes far beyond its mere religious significance.

12:00 AM

Lunch break

We can go to local shopping arcades for a unique lunch, products, and knick-knack.

01:40 AM

The Nara Imperial Palace, as well as the palace museum and archeological site

One of the highlights of Nara is the palace archeological site. Learn about the advent of the Japanese state in its first permanent capital.

03:30 PM

A visit to a temple founded by a Chinese Tang Dynasty monk and hence called the 'tang temple'

In pre-isolationist Japan, cultural exchange flourished. At this site we can learn about one of the many embassies sent back and forth between ancient China and Japan.

Ending Point

Return to Nara station (JR or Kintetsu).

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What‘s included

Guiding fees, guide's transportation expenses from Kyoto to Nara. Hotel pick-up if you are staying in Kyoto.

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What‘s not included

Please note that any additional expenses such as food, drink or souvenirs are not included as part of the tour expenses.

Transportation is also not included, though I can arrange a number of options. Public transportation is also fast, efficient and clean. I can help you purchase a one-day pass for all your needs.

Tour Important Information

Subject to opening times of the various temples, museums and the palace archeological dig.

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I can guide you in other areas around Kansai as well, such as Kobe or Wakayama, if you pay my transportation fee.

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