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While visiting famous cherry blossom spots such as the Sewa-tei embankment and Nara Park, you can also see the Great Buddha at Tsubosaka-dera, surrounded by cherry blossoms, as well as the historic Great Buddha of Todai-ji. This course allows you to enjoy cherry blossom viewing while also savoring a healthy buffet lunch made with seasonal vegetables, suitable even for vegetarian visitors from abroad.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Point: Near the H2 Bus Stop in front of Hotel Keihan Grande
Itinerary
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1
A row of Somei Yoshino cherry trees stretches for about 1.4 km. It is one of Japan's most famous cherry blossom spots and was ranked the number one must-visit hanami destination in the Kansai region. Please enjoy the beautiful scenery that comes with spring.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
At the Japan Pavilion of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, they are showcasing the 'Flowing Bridge,' which is designed to reduce damage by allowing bridge girders to be washed away during floods and can be recovered and restored, as a demonstration of disaster prevention and mitigation wisdom. A restaurant that mainly serves healthy and delicious obanzai made with plenty of fresh, safe, and secure vegetables from local farmers! The domestic pork shabu-shabu is also exquisite! At lunchtime, enjoy a buffet and fill up on your favorite dishes.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
The sight of a three-story pagoda and a hall appearing amidst cherry blossoms spreading across the entire temple grounds is breathtaking, and the temple is called the 'Temple of Cherry Blossom Clouds.' The appearance of the Great Buddha enveloped in cherry blossoms, known as the 'Cherry Blossom Great Buddha,' is attracting attention as a new cherry blossom viewing spot in Nara. The temple is also dedicated to Kannon, who is believed to have miraculous powers for eye illnesses.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Todai-ji Temple
Nara Park is located at the foot of Mount Wakakusa and is a historic landmark adjacent to the Great Buddha of Todaiji Temple. About 1,300 wild deer live there, attracting many tourists from both Japan and abroad. The park itself has around 1,700 cherry trees on its flatlands alone and has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom spots. After visiting Todaiji Temple, feel free to enjoy a stroll around Nara Park.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour will be confirmed 14 days in advance. Please note that if the tour is canceled due to insufficient participants, even confirmed reservations will be canceled.
- The bus departs on time. Late arrivals will not be permitted to join, and no refunds will be issued.
- Infants and toddlers (0-5 years) can join free of charge if they sit on a guardian's lap and do not occupy a seat.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour will be confirmed 14 days in advance. Please note that if the tour is canceled due to insufficient participants, even confirmed reservations will be canceled.
- The bus departs on time. Late arrivals will not be permitted to join, and no refunds will be issued.
- Infants and toddlers (0-5 years) can join free of charge if they sit on a guardian's lap and do not occupy a seat.
- Meals for infants and toddlers (ages 0-5) are not included
- Please inform us of any luggage or strollers when booking.
- Please make your own way to the bus terminal.
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure for prompt boarding.
- At each stop, the guide will display the return time. Please confirm it and return to the bus punctually. The bus will not wait for late returnees.
- Though infants may ride along for free, an admission fee of 300 yen is required to be paid on-site if visiting the temple
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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