Nara Half-Day Bus Tour from Kyoto

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5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour is conducted by an English-speaking guide only.

Let's explore the traditional areas of Nara, which include Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine.

The Great Buddha at Todaiji Temple is one of the most famous and historically significant landmarks in Nara. It stands at a height of around 15 meters. Todaiji Temple boasts the title of having the largest wooden structure in the world.

In Nara Park, you can enjoy the sight of friendly and charming deer.

Kasuga Taisha Shrine is an important historical site in ancient Nara. We can visit the main sanctuary for general worship. (Please note that the special worship of the main sanctuary, Kasugataisha Museum, and Botanical Garden are not included.)

Let's have a delicious Japanese-style lunch. The restaurant also has a shop where you can buy local souvenirs. After lunch, you can do a little shopping to bring back some mementos or souvenirs to remember your visit!

What's Included

Lunch
Entrance fee of Todaiji
Air-conditioned bus

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet with a guide at Kyoto Station - Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking Area (In Front of KYOTO AVANTI) Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Kasuga Taisha Shrine is an important historical site in ancient Nara. We can visit the main sanctuary for general worship. (Please note that the special worship of the main sanctuary, Kasugataisha Museum, and Botanical Garden are not included.)

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The Great Buddha at Todaiji Temple, standing about 15 meters tall, is one of Nara's most famous and historically significant landmarks. Todaiji Temple also holds the title of the world's largest wooden structure. In Nara Park, you can enjoy the sight of friendly and charming deer.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Enjoy a delicious Japanese-style lunch at the local restaurant!

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a group tour, not a private tour. Please note that we are unable to make any additions to the itinerary based on individual requests, regardless of the number of participants.
  • If the minimum number of participants 10 is not met by 14 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be cancelled.
  • Please note that some of the buildings and Buddha statues may look different or you may not be able to see them due to constructions.
  • Please note that bringing large luggage during the tour is not allowed.
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