Nara - Heart of Nature Cross Bike Tour

Duration5h - 6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, French

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Explore Nara away from all tourists, on a bike, reach the top of Wakakusayama Mountain, explore a lost temple in the forest, and admire hidden Buddhist statues carved in stone... A tour that mixes sport, nature, and Japanese history for a very unique experience and amazing memories.

Pour la demande de guide francophone:
Nous ne pouvons pas garantir la francophonie pour un tour partagée, car mélangeant plusieurs nationalités, la priorité deviendra l'anglais.
Tous nos guides parlent au minimum anglais et japonais, ce qui veut dire que le français sera une langue supplémentaire. Le guide pourra donc alterner entre anglais et français si nécessaire.
Pour garantir la disponibilité du guide francophone à la date souhaitée, veuillez nous contacter à l'avance, afin que nous puissions confirmer qu'un guide francophone est toujours disponible pour votre date de réservation.
Merci pour votre compréhension.

What's included

Water refill available. Please ask your guide. Guests can bring their own bottle. The guide will provide paper cups, as we go for zero plastic waste on the tour.
Bilingual local guide
All Fees and Taxes
Use of bicycle
Bike gear, including helmet, cycling sunglasses

Any shopping extra, souvenirs, snacks, drinks
For safety reason, diet and allergies, lunch is not included. Please bring your own lunch. We will stop by a convenience store before leaving the city if someone needs something, Thank you.

What to expect

Nigatsu-do Temple
20m

This temple, located near Todaiji, is where they celebrate the ritual of water once a year. There, you get to the main balcony for a nice view on Todaiji area and also get a calligraphy expert to sign your "Seal book" if you have one.
Kikuichi Monju Shiro Kanenaga
20m

We will give you info about japanese history in Nara, essentially craft like calligraphy and knives. You'll visit a traditional knife shop with a 750 years history and can even try the blade on paper.
If you wish, you can buy knives and get tax refund directly. Also, you can get your name engraved on the blade in Japanese characters for free as you'll be with us (If the staff is working that day).
15m

We reach the top of Wakakusayama and get a mind blowing vision of Nara for a "one of a kind" picture spot during this tour.
Snack and water refill provided when we reach the top. Go for the reward !
15m

In this long forgotten temple, called "Kyofukuji", in the middle of the forest, you'll admire how nature progressivelly takes the area back. The mix of buddhist architecture and nature provide a unique harmony that is very hard to find.
15m

We will walk a few minutes to reach "Uguisuno Falls", a waterfall with an old and preserved bridge in the middle of the forest. Mind the wild life, as you mind make some new friends (See our adorable 8 legs friend).
Mt. Kasuga Sekkutsubutsu
15m

Discover hidden buddhist statues carved in stone in The forest of Kasugayama. These remains of an old buddhist community are now protected and can be seen by those who are willing to walk or ride in the mountain long enough to reach its location
Sagi Pond
15m

Beautiful and peaceful pond located south of Nara Park, just away from the main touristic spots. Ideal for a last picture and finish the tour with a great smile.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are near "TOICHISHOGAKKO" Bus stop, a few minutes off the city center.
BY BUS  :
Weekday: Buses Number
 62 : 09:00 --> 09:03 --> 09:17 
57 : 09:30 --> 09:33 --> 09:47  
Sat/Sun/Holliday : Bus Number 62
- 09:00 --> 09:03 --> 09:17
- 09:20 --> 09:23 --> 09:37
- 09:40 --> 09:43 --> 09:57

End point

We are near "TOICHISHOGAKKO" Bus stop, a few minutes off the city center.
BY BUS  :
Weekday: Buses Number
 62 : 09:00 --> 09:03 --> 09:17 
57 : 09:30 --> 09:33 --> 09:47  
Sat/Sun/Holliday : Bus Number 62
- 09:00 --> 09:03 --> 09:17
- 09:20 --> 09:23 --> 09:37
- 09:40 --> 09:43 --> 09:57

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
While single travelers can book this tour directly, there is a "2 guests minimum" rule to give the tour a GO. in case of a single guest, the session might be cancelled and the guest will be notify as soon as possible, offering a rescheduling, or a full-refund.
Not recommended for children under 14 years old (please contact us for specific request)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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