Village to village walk: Japan's oldest road, Yamanobe ancient trail (Private)

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8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Nara's charm is not only deers but also its traditional country lifestyle, which has been inherited from generations to generations.Half a day off-the-beaten walk to an oldest road "Yamanobe no michi" will lead you to deep cultural understanding on satoyama villages. You will come across small farm stands and people's life.

What's Included

Tasting local farm products
Private Guiding Service (English Speaking Guide)
Transportation (Train from Nara to Sakurai station, and on the way back)
Lunch
Entrance fee of temples

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of a jet water fountain beside ground floor of Kintetsu Nara station (Please note that Kintetsu Nara station is 15 min. away from JR Nara station).

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    There are many traditional shops in the ancient capital of Nara, mochi pounding, green tea, sweets stores, linen clothe weaving stores, knives, traditional medicine, and so on.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Lunch at O-miwa shrine. Miwa somen noodole is recommended.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Yamanobe-no-michi the oldest walking path

    4 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Village to Table Tours - Off-the-Eaten Path Food Experience in Japan

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
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