One Day Tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara
Joined 2021
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 !
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Osaka or Nara
- Hotel or other places
At your hotel in Nara or Osaka
You can choose any hotel or train station near your accommodation.
If you stay at a hotel in Osaka, we will start the tour earlier.
Kofukuji Temple
Kofukuji Temple is one of the World Heritage Sites in Nara.
It was designated as a place of Historical Monuments of Ancient Nara in 1998.
You can see beautiful structures such as the Central Hall, the Octagonal Halls, the Pagoda, the east hall and the pond in the temple.
You can also learn about the history of the ancient capital and Buddhism here.
Let's enjoy walking in the temple together !
The Nara Park
The Nara Park is famous for a lot of deer.
They have been regarded as messengers of God since ancient times.
They fit well with the scenery of this holy city.
Let's enjoy seeing a lot of deer while walking in a beautiful park.
The Yoshikien Garden
The garden area was a part of the Kofukuji Temple precinct before.
The garden is a landscape garden. It is a relaxing and peaceful garden.
Greeneries, stones and ponds make the garden's serene beauty.
You can see seasonal flowers there.
Let's enjoy walking in the quiet and peaceful garden.
A restaurant
There are some restaurants near the Todaiji Temple.
You can choose your favorite food restaurant. Some of them serve the traditional Japanese cuisine.
Todaiji Temple
Todaiji Temple is one of the World Heritage Sites in Nara.
It was designated as a place of Historical Monuments of Ancient Nara in 1998.
You can see the amazing Great Buddha, the Buddha's Hall which is the biggest wooden structure in Japan, the beautiful south gate, and magnificent scenery from the hall.
You can also enjoy the history of Nara through different structures in this temple.
Let's enjoy visiting temple structures built in different periods.
Kasuga Shrine
Kasuga Shrine is also one of the World Heritage Sites in Nara.
It was designated as a place of Historical Monuments of Ancient Nara in 1998.
The forest behind the shrine is also a world heritage site.
The forest has been preserved well as a sacred place.
This shrine has beautiful orange colored structures, hanging lanterns and 3000 stone lanterns.
The shrine's crest is a wisteria flower so we can enjoy different types of wisteria flowers in the shrine and the shrine garden in May.
The deer is a messenger of God in this shrine. The scenery of deer and lanterns is picturesque.
Let's enjoy visiting the sacred place.
At your hotel in Nara or Osaka
At your hotel or other places that you will choose.
If you stay in Osaka, we will finish the tour later.
Ending Point
At your hotel or other places
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
Guide fee
Hotel pick up in Nara or Osaka
Transportation and admission fees for you
Lunch costs for you and the guide (approx. 1000 to 1500 JPY for each)
Tour Important Information
On this tour we'll visit three world heritage sites, a garden and a park. If you want to visit other places, please feel free to let me know. I will arrange the tour according to your request.
Also, if you want to change the meeting time, please feel free to ask me.
We'll be able to finish the tour at shopping district in Nara or Osaka if you want.
You will be able to enjoy the local food there.
This tour will show you the following;
・ The history of Nara
・The correlation between Shinto and Buddhism for Japanese people.
・The traditional and beautiful gardens
・The important role of deer in Nara
・Special foods in Nara
・Culture and rituals in Nara
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 2021
About Tour Guide Atsuko T.
Hello. My name is Atsuko.I'm a licensed tour guide in Japan.
I have lived in Osaka since I was born.
I have guided many tourists all over the world as a volunteer for 6 years. I like showing my tourists my favorite places in Japan and talking with them. Osaka, where I was born and raised, is famous for foods, modern and ancient cultures. Nara and Kyoto, which are neighboring places, were ancient capitals in Japan. I'm happy to visit those places with you.
Reviews
Tessa E.
“An amazing introduction to Osaka”
Subarashii omotenashio Atsuko-san! We had a fabulous time with Atsuko-san, who took us to visit the impressive Osaka Castle, the bustling Dotonbori area, and the memorable gardens and pagoda at Shitennoji Temple. Atsuko-san was so patient and engaging with our energetic boys, and we all had a great time learning about the sites visited and about life in Osaka, past and present. We highly recommend this tour with Atsuko-san, who helped make our first visit to Osaka and Japan so memorable. Arigatō gozaimasu! The Ewens Family
Atsuko T.
Hello Ms. Tessa, Thank you for your kind review and words for me. I also had a fabulous time with you today. I was happy to hear you enjoyed my tour in Osaka. Today was the first day in Japan. It was hot and humid, especially for you from Australia. Please enjoy your tour in Osaka and the rest of your long journey in Japan. Thank you. Best regards, Atsuko
Reed H.
“Osaka Castle, Shitenno-Ji Temple and nearby garden, and Dotonbori ”
Atsuko was great. She met us at our hotel and showed us all the sights we wanted to see. She was very informative, relaxed and was great to talk to about everyday life in Japan. We highly recommend her.
Atsuko T.
Hello Mr. Reed, Thank you for your kind review and words for me. It was fun for me to do this tour with you. I really enjoyed showing my hometown and talking with you. I am happy to show you a real life in Osaka. Osaka was the 1st place on your trip. Please enjoy the long journey in Japan. Please say hello to Risa. Thank you. Best regards, Atsuko
Glenis G.
“Lovely day with Atsuko ”
We had an amazing day with Atsuko . She was so knowledgeable and put as at ease immediately. She kindly adapted the tour as I was poorly and was unable to meet the 1st day so we felt we didn’t miss out on anything. We visited shrines and temples and Atsuko told us the history and culture and made the whole day very interesting and informative. Thank you so much for helping us create lovely memories
Atsuko T.
Hello Ms. Glenis, Thank you for your kind review and words for me. I am happy to hear you had an amazing day in Nara. I also had a wonderful day with you and your son, Tom. Nara is rich in nature. I like visiting Nara. I think you really enjoyed your birthday and Mother's Day in Japan. Today is Mother's Day in Japan. My children also celebrate it for me. Thank you for joining my tour. Please say hello to Tom. Best regards, Atsuko
$264/ per group
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