Morning Wonder World Heritage Nara Guided Tour

5.0 (3 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, Ukrainian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 38 travelers

Overview

Join us for an unforgettable half-day deluxe coach tour through Nara’s most iconic landmarks! On your journey, you’ll pass historic sites like Fushimi Castle and Heijokyo Palace, before arriving at Nara Park, where you can interact with over 1,400 friendly deer! Then head to Todai-ji Temple, home to the awe-inspiring Great Buddha and one of the world’s largest wooden structures. The tour culminates at the stunning Kasuga Taisha Shrine, where 3,000 mystical stone lanterns illuminate your path.

・Make the best of your morning at Nara with us!
・A Professional English-speaking guide leads this tour
・On top of that, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK
・Greet large Buddha at Todaiji Temple
・Enjoy cute deer at Nara Park

What's included

  • A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Multilingual Audio Guidance (Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Ukrainian)
  • Admission for Todaiji Temple
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

  1. Kasuga Grand Shrine
    30m
    Marvel at the iconic vermilion gates and the enchanting stone lanterns that line the pathways. Surrounded by lush forests, the shrine offers a peaceful retreat, steeped in history and spiritual significance. Travelers will also enjoy the serene atmosphere and learn about the shrine's role in protecting the region’s cultural heritage. A truly unforgettable experience on your day tour!
  2. Nara Park
    30m
    Enjoy free time at Nara Deer Park, where friendly wild deer roam freely throughout the grounds. It’s a unique opportunity to experience these gentle creatures in a picturesque setting, surrounded by lush greenery and historic landmarks.
  3. Nandaimon (great South Gate)
    5m
    At Nandaimon Gate, travelers will be greeted by the impressive, towering gate that marks the entrance to Todaiji Temple. The gateway is a stunning example of traditional Japanese architecture, with intricate carvings and guardian statues.
  4. Todai-ji Temple
    50m · Admission ticket included
    Get amazed by the Great Buddha Hall (Daibutsuden), home to one of the world’s largest bronze Buddha statues. The stunning architecture and peaceful surroundings offer a glimpse into Japan's rich cultural and spiritual history. Explore the temple grounds, marvel at the intricate details of the hall, and take in the beauty of the surrounding.
  5. Kintetsu Nara Station General Tourist Information Center
    5m
    Tour ends at Kintetsu Nara station at around 12:00pm

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

【MEETING POINT】In front of Kyoto Avanti building at Tully’s Coffee side
★Outside the main entrance of the building
【Meeting time】7:50am
【Departure time】8:00am
★Look for the green and white "Japan Panoramic Tours" flag
★No refunds for latecomers/no-shows

End point

The tour shall end at Kintestu Nara station around 12:00PM on the day.

★For customers wishing to go back to Kyoto station after the tour, it takes about 40minutes to an hour on train from here.
★Okay to end the tour at Nara park itself as well.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour. Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available on the bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Germany, Portuguese, Ukrainan
  • Please​ let​ us​ know​ your​ booking​ numbers​ and​ total​ number​ of​ people​ before​ the​ tour​, if​ you​ have​ several​ bookings​ or​ if​ you​ have​ booked​ separately so that we can arrange same bus for you..
  • If any of the visiting places is closed, we will try to attend an alternative place.
  • Customers will walk including stairs and hills in each places
  • Due to the weather conditions, traffic conditions, or suspension of operation, we may have a possibility not to achieve all the activities. The tour will be attending to alternative place or giving out a gift as a compensation, depending on the situation at that time. There will not be any refunds for these changes.
  • Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and operation.
  • Late arrivals will not be entertained and joining midway is not feasible for the tour. Please arrive the meeting point on time.
  • We do not supply any extra pick up & drop off service.
  • Not recommended for travelers who can not walk long distance. This tour includes lots of walkings.

Cancellation policy

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

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