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NARA - Journey into Shinto and Buddhism
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Joined 2023
The ancient city of Nara hosts 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites with breathtaking architectural examples of the 8th century.
This tour covers the historical sites in the journey of better understanding Buddhism and Shinto, interacting with some of the hundreds of deer in Nara Park, and enjoying walks in old forests.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or at the train station.
- The guide will meet you at your hotel (for accommodations in Kyoto or in Nara) or at JR Nara Station/ Kintetsu-Nara Station.
Fushimi-Inari Shrine -1000-torii gate passage (South-East of Kyoto)
Famous for its beautiful vermillion torii gate passages on Mt. Inari, Fushimi-Inari Shrine will be our first stop on the itinerary and the only one in Kyoto before leaving for Nara. The grounds of the shrine on the sacred mountain are best to be enjoyed before rush hour.
Kasuga Shrine
The journey in Nara will start with visiting Kasuga Shrine, located in old forests and guarded by deer. We will walk in hinoki forests (Japanese cypress) and interact with the local deer considered messengers of God.
Nara Park
This 660-hectare park is renowned for its free-roaming deer and world-famous temples. Feeding the deer with special crackers is an attraction in itself.
Lunch break on Higashimuki Street
*bookings for lunch will be made in advance based on the tour participants' number and food restrictions.
Todai-ji - The Great Eastern Temple
One of the Seven Great Temples of Nara, Todai-ji hosts Japan's tallest Buddha statue. The Main Hall is the world's largest standing wooden structure and represents the peak of 8th-century architecture.
End of Tour
We will say our goodbyes at Kintetsu Nara Station.
Ending Point
Kintetsu Nara Station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guidance Fee
Entrance Tickets (guide + guests): 800 yen/person @Todaiji
Transportation meet up and during the tour (guide + guests): approx. 2700 yen/person with departure from Kyoto.
Meals
Tour Important Information
This tour involves walking and using public transportation.
Please bring appropriate walking shoes ( parts of the paths are cobblestones that can get slippery on rainy days)
If you wish to customize the tour ( e.g. drop the visit to Fushimi-Inari Shrine) please contact me in advance.
Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
On the tour day, if there is a delay of over 40 minutes (no notice from the client; the guide can’t reach the client), the tour will be automatically cancelled. Please check the GoWithGuide cancellation policies when booking a tour.
Thank you in advance!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Ana I.
Hello everyone!
My name is Ana. I am an experienced tour conductor who guides clients throughout Japan. I am Romanian and have been living in Japan for over 10 years.
I am versed in creating customized on-the-budget one-day and half-day tours for solo travelers, families, or groups.
Please allow me to show you the natural beauty, traditions, history and amazing food of KYOTO and NARA.
Feel free to contact me for a standard package OR a customized trip. I will put my best effort into meeting your needs and creating an amazing journey.
WELCOME TO JAPAN!
Reviews
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Rachael S.
“An excellent day exploring East Kyoto”
Ana was a fabulous guide. She is very friendly and very knowledgeable which made our day so much easier. Ana was always looking out for our safety and always gave us a choice in regards to the itinerary. We had an amazing day!!!!
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Ana I.
Dear Rachel, thank you very much for spending your day with me. It was truly a pleasure to guide your family, your energy and enthusiasm were the best. I wish you all a wonderful journey ahead!
Dave P.
“A brilliant trip experiencing Kyoto”
As a group of 8 we wanted a guide who would help us and inform us on the area. Ana met us at the port and guided us to Arashiyama to take in the Bamboo forest, scenic train and river trip. She also found time to take us back to Kyoto to see the Geisha area. At all times Ana was extremely helpful and very informative. We would recommend anyone coming to this area to hire the services of Ana to show them around as she makes the whole thing so easy and enjoyable. Ana, you're a star, thank you once again, the day was the highlight of the holiday
Ana I.
Dear Dave and all you other seven adventurers, thank you very much for trusting me with your only day in Kyoto. I had lots of fun, I've learned a few things, and I enjoyed having you as guests. I wish you all much health and a joyous cruise trip ahead.
Grace S.
“Efficient, Friendly and Flexible”
Ana gave us the impression that she is well-prepared for her tour with us, the moment we met. She gave us information regarding Okayama and especially the castle, without being robotic. Just the right information, nothing more, nothing less. Many tour guides simply gave us too much information, to the point where we do not retain much of it, at the end of the day. Matsuyama was a delight under her guidance. She was wonderfully flexible and her attitude made us feel comfortable and welcomed. I shall certainly ask for her guidance again.
Ana I.
Dear Grace, thank you very much for trusting me to guide and assist you on this occasion. I had a wonderful time as you shared invaluable experiences and very interesting stories. I will cherish your generosity shown on our tour for a very long time. I look forward to meeting you again soon. Have a wonderful rest of the trip, filled with health and hot springs!
$291/ per person
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Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.
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Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.
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Nara Sightseeing & the World of Buddhist Statuary
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