New UNESCO Asuka Heritage and Horyu Ji Highlights Private Tour

Nara, Japan
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

・All-Inclusive Value:
Admission fees to all historic sites, an authentic local lunch, and traditional Japanese sweets are all included—no hidden on-site costs.

・Exclusive Dual-Staff Comfort:
Relax in a premium van while your driver handles navigation and your dedicated guide brings ancient Japanese history to life.
Visual & Archaeological Marvels:
Begin early at the visually striking octagonal Kengoshizuka Tomb, followed by the immersive Kitora Tomb Experience Hall (Shishin no Yakata).

・Ancient Megaliths & Japan’s Oldest Buddha:
Stand before the massive stone structure of Ishibutai Tomb and meet Japan’s oldest dated Buddha statue at Asuka-dera Temple.
World Heritage Classic:

・Explore the timeless grandeur of Horyu-ji Temple, home to the world’s oldest surviving wooden structures and priceless treasures like the Kudara Kannon.

・Relaxing Tea & Sweets Break:
Conclude your journey with traditional Japanese tea and seasonal sweets at a charming cafe near Horyu-ji.

What's included

  • Authentic local lunch and afternoon Japanese tea and sweets
  • Private luxury van with hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • English-speaking local guide (Separate from driver)
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Kengoshizuka Tumulus
    1h
    Start your day at this unique octagonal burial mound, famous for its distinct cut-stone architecture and stunning visual appearance in the morning light.
  2. Kitora Tomb Hekiga Taikenkan Shijin no Yakata
    1h · Admission ticket included
    (New UNESCO Site)

    Step inside this interactive museum to discover the sacred four-guardian murals and ancient astrological ceiling charts of the 7th-to-8th-century tomb.
  3. Asuka-mura
    1h
    Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local specialties at a cozy restaurant nestled in the countryside of Asuka.

    *Included in price
  4. Ishibutai Tomb
    30m
    Marvel at the impressive megalithic stone chamber of Ishibutai.
  5. Asuka-dera Temple
    30m
    Visit Asuka-dera Temple to view the magnificent Asuka Daibutsu (Japan’s oldest Buddha).
  6. Horyu-ji Temple
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Travel to Horyu-ji to explore its awe-inspiring complex, including the Five-Story Pagoda, Main Hall (Kondo), and the world-renowned Kudara Kannon statue inside the Gallery of Temple Treasures.

    Then, unwind after walking through history with a peaceful break enjoying authentic Japanese green tea and traditional sweets near the gates of Horyu-ji.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We offer hotel pick-up and drop-off to any hotel in the Nara, Kyoto, and Osaka areas.

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
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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