Shore Excursion: Full Day Private Nara Tour from Osaka /Kobe port

5.0 (11 reviews) Osaka, Japan
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Duration6h - 10h
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LanguagesArabic, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Exclusively designed for cruise travelers docking in Kobe or Osaka, this customizable Nara tour takes you to iconic sights like Kofuku-ji Temple, Todaiji Temple, and the famous Nara Deer Park. Perfect for families and culture seekers, it offers a seamless, stress-free day with insider knowledge, sacred shrines like Kasuga Taisha, and unforgettable encounters with friendly deer—all while ensuring timely return to your ship

Tour itinerary is designed based on hiring a car/van for 10 hours (Please carefully check the Inclusions & exclusions and the booking and payment options) to provide ample time to visit Nara's most iconic cultural & historic landmarks, ensuring a comprehensive experience of the city's rich heritage.

Itinerary (Customizable):
08:00 Meeting at Osaka or Kobe port (depending on your cruise ship dock time)
09:30 Kofuku-ji Temple
11:00 Nara Deer Park
12:00 Lunch Break
13:30 Todaiji Temple
15:00 Kasuga Taisha Shrine
16:00 Back to the Port
18:00 Drop off at the port

Options

Transport for 5 pax included

Hired 7 Seats Van
Pickup included

Transport for 12 pax included

Hired 14 Seats Van
Pickup included

Shore excursion: Full Day Private Nara Tour From Osaka/Kobe Port
Transport for 8 pax included

Hired 10 seats Van
Pickup included

What's included

  • Transportation cost is NOT included. Please carefully review the exclusions listed below.
  • Entrance fee
  • Tour management, Tour guiding, Driver arrangement of pick up and drop off
  • Transportation(cash): up to 5 travelers:¥120,000, up to 8 travellers: ¥140,000

What to expect

  1. Nara Park
    1h
    Nara Park is famous for its hundreds of freely roaming sika deer, considered sacred and protected as national treasures. These friendly deer often approach visitors, especially if offered special deer crackers (shika senbei) sold throughout the park. The peaceful coexistence of wildlife, historic temples, and lush greenery makes it a uniquely charming experience.
  2. Kofuku-ji Temple
    1h · Admission ticket included
    A historic Buddhist temple in Nara, once the powerful family temple of the influential Fujiwara clan. Known for its striking Five-Story Pagoda (one of Japan's tallest) and elegant Eastern Golden Hall, the temple showcases exquisite examples of Nara-period architecture. As part of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara" UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kōfuku-ji offers a serene atmosphere near Nara Park.
  3. Todai-ji Temple
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Todaiji Temple in Nara is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples, known for housing the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), one of the largest bronze statues of Buddha in the world. Originally built in the 8th century, the temple served as the head of all provincial Buddhist temples in Japan. Surrounded by beautiful parkland and friendly deer, Todaiji offers a serene and culturally rich experience.
  4. Kasuga Grand Shrine
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Kasuga Taisha Shrine is Nara’s most celebrated Shinto shrine, famous for its hundreds of bronze and stone lanterns that line the pathways and hang throughout the grounds. Founded in 768 AD, the shrine is dedicated to the deity responsible for the protection of the city. Nestled within a tranquil forest, it offers a spiritual atmosphere and a glimpse into traditional Japanese architecture and customs.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.

Meeting point

Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.

End point

Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.

End point

Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.

Pickup details

Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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