Private Nara Ancient Temples & Nature Day Tour from Osaka/Nara

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10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Explore the tranquil beauty of Nara with a private vehicle tour that highlights historic Buddhist temples and serene landscapes. Begin your journey in Osaka or Nara, visiting UNESCO-listed Yakushiji and Toshodaiji Temples, and delve deeper into the countryside to discover either Hasedera Temple, known for its stunning mountain views and seasonal flowers, or Muroji Temple, nestled in a peaceful forest setting. This customizable tour caters to couples, families, and photographers looking for a quieter cultural experience away from the crowds.

- Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites Yakushiji and Toshodaiji Temples
- Choose between Hasedera's beautiful landscapes or Muroji's serene atmosphere
- Ideal for couples, families, photographers, and those seeking tranquility

What's Included

One infant seat per booking free of charge when requested in advance.
One wheelchair may be provided free of charge when requested in advance
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Highway tolls for the arranged route.
30 minutes of free waiting time from the scheduled pickup time.
Meals and drinks.
Personal expenses.
Admission tickets.
The second and subsequent baby infant seat costs JPY 2,000.
Overtime: JPY 5,000/hour for up to 14 seats; JPY 10,000/hour for 18- or 44-seat vehicles.
Night service from 22:00 to 07:00 incurs an additional fee of JPY 2,000 for all services.
Extra stops not confirmed in advance.
Out-of-area pickup or drop-off.
Professional licensed guide service, unless separately booked and confirmed.
Driver-guide’s ticket if guests ask them to enter paid attractions or join paid activities
Long-distance, cross-city, or out-of-area pickup and drop-off fees.
Multiple additional pickup or drop-off locations requiring a separate quotation.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Yakushi-ji Temple

    Visit Yakushiji, one of the Buddhist temples included in the UNESCO-listed Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara. Explore the temple grounds at your own pace and enjoy the elegant temple architecture and traditional atmosphere of Nara's Nishinokyo area. Admission ticket: Not included. Please pay on site. Special exhibitions may require an additional fee.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Toshodai-ji

    Continue to nearby Toshodaiji Temple, another component of UNESCO's Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara. Walk through its historic temple grounds and enjoy a calmer atmosphere surrounded by traditional architecture and greenery. Admission ticket: Not included. Please pay on site. Special exhibitions may require an additional fee.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Hasedera Temple

    travel into the mountains of Sakurai to visit Hasedera, a temple known for its natural setting and seasonal scenery. The approach toward the main hall includes a famous covered stairway with 399 steps. Hasedera is also widely associated with seasonal flowers and changing landscapes, including spring blossoms, summer greenery, autumn leaves, and winter scenery Admission ticket: Not included. Please pay on site. Special exhibitions may require an additional fee.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Muroji offers a particularly peaceful combination of Buddhist architecture, stone steps, cedar trees, and forest scenery. Its five-story pagoda is approximately 16 meters high and is especially picturesque with spring rhododendrons or autumn maple leaves. Admission ticket: Not included. Please pay on site. Special exhibitions may require an additional fee.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by kansai holiday

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Photography Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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