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Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park

Discover the rich history of Nara on a guided walking tour with a local guide. Visit the Todai-ji Temple, the Great Buddha statue, and the Kasuga Taisha Shrine.

Itinerary

Gyoki at Kintetsu Nara Station
Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park

In front of the statue of Gyoki at Kintetsu Nara Station. The guide will be holding the yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.

Additional Tour 7h

The meeting point for the tour is in front of the Gyoki Bosatsu Statue at Kintetsu Nara Station. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for details.

From Osaka

If you choose the Osaka departure option, the meeting point is in front of Lawson Namba 2-chome. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for details.

From Kyoto

If you choose the Kyoto departure option, the meeting point is in front of the ticket gates at Kintetsu Kyoto Station. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for details.

1
Kōfuku-ji
Guided tour (25 minutes)
2
Nara Park
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour
3
Tōdai-ji
Guided tour (2 hours)
4
Nara
Lunch, Guided tour (45 minutes)
5
Kasuga-taisha
Guided tour (20 minutes)
6
Naramachi
Guided tour (20 minutes)
7
Finish at
Naramachi

Plan

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Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park

5 hours

<Inclusions>
Local guide
Entrance to Todai-ji Temple
Entranve to Kohfuku-ji Temple
Deer Cracker
Interaction with wild deer

<Plan Code>
G-149

217.66USD~

Additional Tour 7h

The additional option includes interacting with deer and visiting one of Nara's representative Japanese gardens as part of the itinerary.
7 hours

<Inclusions>
Local guide
Entrance to Todai-ji Temple
Entranve to Kohfuku-ji Temple
Deer Cracker
Interaction with wild deer

<Plan Code>
G-566

302.96USD~

From Osaka

An option where you meet your guide near a convenience store close to Namba Station, one of Osaka’s main stations, and travel together to Nara before starting the tour.
7 hours

<Inclusions>
Local guide
Entrance to Todai-ji Temple
Entranve to Kohfuku-ji Temple
Deer Cracker
Interaction with wild deer

<Plan Code>
G-567

274.19USD~

From Kyoto

An option where you meet your guide at Kyoto Station, travel together to Nara, and begin the tour right away.
6 hours

<Inclusions>
Local guide
Entrance to Todai-ji Temple
Entranve to Kohfuku-ji Temple
Deer Cracker
Interaction with wild deer

<Plan Code>
G-568

277.57USD~

Highlights

Discover the history of Nara on a guided walking tour with a local guide
Visit the Great Buddha statue and the Todai-ji Temple on a half-day tour
Explore the Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Feed the sacred wild deer of Nara Park, believed to be divine messengers
Enjoy a traditional Japanese lunch in a local restaurant

What's Included

Local guide
Entrance to Todai-ji Temple
Entranve to Kohfuku-ji Temple
Deer Cracker
Interaction with wild deer

Experience details


Embark on a half-day journey through lesser-known spots in Nara, delving into its rich heritage and culture. Visit the revered Todaiji Temple and the enchanting Kasuga Taisha Shrine, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, offering insights into Japan's unique religious traditions. Interact with and feed the sacred wild deer of Nara Park, creatures believed to be divine messengers for over 1,200 years.

After meeting your local guide in front of the statue, it's time to start the Nara historical walking tour. Upon entering the shopping arcade, your first stop will be the iconic Kofuku-ji Temple, renowned for its stunning five-story pagoda. After capturing some memorable photographs, your journey will lead you to the impressive Todai-ji Temple.

As you approach, you'll be greeted by two imposing guardian statues known as Kongo Rikishi. Beyond them lies the grand Great Buddha statue, a sight that never fails to awe visitors. Throughout this experience, your local guide will regale you with captivating tales and fascinating insights into Japanese Buddhism and the significance of these historic temples.

After seeing the Great Buddha statue, enjoy viewing Nara on the Nigetsu-do temple. At the top of Todai-ji temple, there is the Nigetsu-do temple where you can enjoy the great view of Nara. After that, visit some traditional souvenir shops and walk toward Kasuga shrine where many wild deer gather.

Walk inside Nara park and interact with cute wild deers. Explore the beautiful red shrine housing hundreds of lanterns. After a nice walk, visit a good old restaurant for lunch. After that, check a Japanese old town that is extremely different from what you know of metropolitan Tokyo. Walking between the historical buildings, go inside a merchant's house and see how the people around here lived.

Meeting Place

Gyoki at Kintetsu Nara Station:

  • <Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park>

    In front of the statue of Gyoki at Kintetsu Nara Station. The guide will be holding the yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.

  • <Additional Tour 7h>

    The meeting point for the tour is in front of the Gyoki Bosatsu Statue at Kintetsu Nara Station. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for details.

  • <From Osaka>

    If you choose the Osaka departure option, the meeting point is in front of Lawson Namba 2-chome. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for details.

  • <From Kyoto>

    If you choose the Kyoto departure option, the meeting point is in front of the ticket gates at Kintetsu Kyoto Station. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for details.

Important information

Not suitable for
・People with mobility impairments
・Wheelchair users

What to bring
・Comfortable shoes
・Hat
・Sunscreen
・Water

Not allowed
・Smoking
・Flash photography

Know before you go
・The tour includes walking, so wear comfortable shoes.
・Please bring water, especially during hot days.
・Be prepared for varying weather conditions, bring a hat and sunscreen.
・Respect the wild deer and follow the guide's instructions for safe interaction.

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