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Nara

7 hours

One day tour in Nara

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.

One day tour in Nara

Nara historical walking Tours(half day)

Nara is one of Japan's most-visited destination, small-group tour. Admire landmarks including Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Park, Todaiji - Temple, kasura shrine. And local Conners !

Nara historical walking Tours(half day)

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

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.

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

Full-Day Nara Deear Park and Uji Green Tea Town Tour from Kyoto

On this tour, we will visit Nara and Uji Green tea Town. Nara was established as the first permanent Japan's capital in the year 710. There are a lot of historical sites, such as Todaiji Great Buddha Hall, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kofukuji Temple and so on. Nara"deer"park is also one of must-see areas. On our way back to Kyoto, we will hop off at JR Uji Station and visit the Green Tea Town of Uji. If you have time to spare, taste the finest green tea.

Full-Day Nara Deear Park and Uji Green Tea Town Tour from Kyoto

Nara Sightseeing & the World of Buddhist Statuary

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.

Nara Sightseeing & the World of Buddhist Statuary

Tour of the Great Buddha of Nara

(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.

Tour of the Great Buddha of Nara

Nara Essentials Half-Day Tour: Deer Park, Great Buddha and Sacred Forests

Begin your half-day journey in Nara Park, where you’ll meet Nara’s famous free-roaming sacred deer and enjoy a relaxed walk through nature. Continue into the peaceful forest paths of Kasuga Taisha Shrine, known for its beautiful lantern-lined forest and Shinto traditions. The tour concludes at Todai-ji, home to the iconic Great Buddha and one of the world’s largest wooden halls. Ideal for first-time visitors, families, and culture lovers.

Nara Essentials Half-Day Tour: Deer Park, Great Buddha and Sacred Forests

Nara, Stroll in Nara Park led by Friendly Deer

In the 8th century, Nara became the nation's capital with grid-like streets and a new Imperial Palace. The emperor erected the Great Buddha to pray for peace and stability in the country. Powerful aristocrats invited deities from afar to enshrine them at newly built shrines and pray for prosperity. In the 19th century, this area was opened to the public as Nara(Deer) Park, a unique place where residents and tourists could engage in ritual ceremonies and interact with deer on the grassy plazas.

Nara, Stroll in Nara Park led by Friendly Deer

Nara Beginner’s Tour

This is a Nara tour to visit the highlights. We will meet at Nara Station or at your hotel in Nara. We will stop by: -Nara deer park -Kofukuji temple pagoda -Todaiji great buddha hall -Kasuga taisha shrine -Naramachi old housing area If you like me to pick you up at Kyoto or Osaka Hotel, please ask. Possibly time & price will change.

Nara Beginner’s Tour

Customized Private Tour in Nara

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.

Customized Private Tour in Nara

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

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.

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

Exploring Nara, Nara Pref

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.

Exploring Nara, Nara Pref

Historic Monuments of Ancient Capital of Nara - from Osaka

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.

Historic Monuments of Ancient Capital of Nara - from Osaka

One day trip of Nara Park

-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.

One day trip of Nara Park

Nara Highlights from Kyoto or Osaka

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.

Nara Highlights from Kyoto or Osaka

Asuka Walking or Cycling Tour

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.

Asuka Walking or Cycling Tour

Early Bird Deer Nara Tour

Nara is one of Japan's most-visited destinations, which means it gets crowded during the day. Dodge the biggest crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience of the ancient Japanese capital on this early-morning, private tour. Admire landmarks such as Toudaiji Temple and Nara Park, and Naramachi, home to free-roaming deer, while learning about the rich history of this sacred place.

Early Bird Deer Nara Tour

One Day Tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara

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 !

One Day Tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara

Nara Highlights: Personalized One-Day Private Tour

Embark on our Exclusive One-Day Nara Tour for a personalized and immersive experience. Explore Nara’s highlights, including the grand Todai-ji Temple with its massive Buddha, the serene Kasuga Taisha Shrine with its lanterns, and the charming Nara Deer Park where friendly deer roam. This private tour offers a tailored itinerary showcasing Nara's rich history and culture, with flexibility to match your interests. Ideal for a comprehensive exploration of Nara in one memorable day.

Nara Highlights: Personalized One-Day Private Tour

NARA - Journey into Shinto and Buddhism

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.

NARA - Journey into Shinto and Buddhism

Full-Day Guided Tour in a Japanese Mountain: Yoshino, Nara

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).

Full-Day Guided Tour in a Japanese Mountain: Yoshino, Nara

Tales of Nara; Deer, Bells & Ancient Spells

Discover the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of Nara. Explore ancient shrines, iconic temples, and scenic parks — the highlights of what Nara has to offer! This is a model course and can be customized to your preferences after booking. Pace: Moderate, with a mix of walking and train/taxi. Best for: Culture lovers, history fans, and also first-time visitors. Tour Style: A blend of iconic landmarks mixed with local experiences.

Tales of Nara; Deer, Bells & Ancient Spells

古都奈良 ~ 東大寺,春日大社,奈良公園,興福寺,奈良町（古街）

"奈良"是與京都並駕齊驅,是一個代表日本的古都,已於公曆710年從藤原京遷都至奈良（平城京）後擁有1300年的悠久歷史。到現在仍然保持著"古都"的情調,這裡有很多景點，如"東大寺","春日大社"（神社）與"興福寺"等。 "奈良公園"裡可以看到很多鹿群,約有1200只,遊客可以購買鹿煎餅並喂鹿。该旅游不包含以下费用；・交通費（您，或你們與導遊,導遊從自宅（大阪市內）至會合地點的往返交通費）奈良市內:大約400~600日元／每人。從大阪至奈良的往返交通費:大約1000~1500日元／每人・餐費（您，或你們與導遊）。如果導遊與您，或你們分開吃飯，請交給導遊1500日元現金作為午餐費。・門票:大約500~600日元／每人／次（導遊一般不需要門票,如果需要時,請您，或你們負擔）。・如果價格有更改,恕不另行通知,請諒解。

古都奈良 ~ 東大寺,春日大社,奈良公園,興福寺,奈良町（古街）

Nara History Tour

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.

Nara History Tour

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English Nara Private Tours

One day tour in Nara

One day tour in Nara

Nara historical walking Tours(half day)

Nara is one of Japan's most-visited destination, small-group tour. Admire landmarks including Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Park, Todaiji - Temple, kasura shrine. And local Conners !

Nara historical walking Tours(half day)

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

Full-Day Nara Deear Park and Uji Green Tea Town Tour from Kyoto

Full-Day Nara Deear Park and Uji Green Tea Town Tour from Kyoto

Nara Sightseeing & the World of Buddhist Statuary

Nara Sightseeing & the World of Buddhist Statuary

Tour of the Great Buddha of Nara

Tour of the Great Buddha of Nara

Nara Essentials Half-Day Tour: Deer Park, Great Buddha and Sacred Forests

Nara Essentials Half-Day Tour: Deer Park, Great Buddha and Sacred Forests

Nara, Stroll in Nara Park led by Friendly Deer

Nara, Stroll in Nara Park led by Friendly Deer

Nara Beginner’s Tour

Nara Beginner’s Tour

Customized Private Tour in Nara

Customized Private Tour in Nara

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

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.

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

Exploring Nara, Nara Pref

Exploring Nara, Nara Pref

Historic Monuments of Ancient Capital of Nara - from Osaka

Historic Monuments of Ancient Capital of Nara - from Osaka

One day trip of Nara Park

One day trip of Nara Park

Nara Highlights from Kyoto or Osaka

Nara Highlights from Kyoto or Osaka

Asuka Walking or Cycling Tour

Asuka Walking or Cycling Tour

Early Bird Deer Nara Tour

Early Bird Deer Nara Tour

One Day Tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara

One Day Tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara

Nara Highlights: Personalized One-Day Private Tour

Nara Highlights: Personalized One-Day Private Tour

NARA - Journey into Shinto and Buddhism

NARA - Journey into Shinto and Buddhism

Full-Day Guided Tour in a Japanese Mountain: Yoshino, Nara

Full-Day Guided Tour in a Japanese Mountain: Yoshino, Nara

Tales of Nara; Deer, Bells & Ancient Spells

Tales of Nara; Deer, Bells & Ancient Spells

古都奈良 ~ 東大寺,春日大社,奈良公園,興福寺,奈良町（古街）

古都奈良 ~ 東大寺,春日大社,奈良公園,興福寺,奈良町（古街）

Nara History Tour

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.

Nara History Tour

More Private Tours in Nara

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