Nara Private Car Tour - Deer, Great Buddha & Optional Uji

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the best of Nara with a customizable option to visit either Kasuga Taisha Shrine or Uji on a private guided car tour from Kyoto.

What you’ll experience

・ A carefully designed itinerary covering the highlights of Nara, with the option to include either Kasuga Taisha Shrine or Uji

・ Interact with friendly deer in Nara Park and feed them special crackers (shika senbei)

・ Visit Todaiji Temple and see the Great Buddha inside one of the world’s largest wooden buildings

・ Option 1: Explore Kasuga Taisha, known for its thousands of lanterns and peaceful forest setting

・ Option 2: Enjoy an authentic matcha experience in Uji, including hands-on preparation and tasting

Travel comfortably by private vehicle
A smooth, stress-free experience guided by a knowledgeable local
Insightful cultural explanations that bring each place to life

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Private Guide
Matcha Tea Brewing Experience Fee
Todaiji / Byodoin Temple
Food and Drink

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide will be waiting outside the hotel entrance.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Nara Park

    Experience the charm of Nara Park by interacting with freely roaming deer, feeding them special crackers (shika senbei), and enjoying a peaceful walk through its beautiful natural surroundings.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Todai-ji Temple

    Visit Todai-ji Temple to see the Great Buddha and explore the world’s largest wooden building.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Kasuga Grand Shrine

    Kasuga Shrine is one of Nara’s most important Shinto shrines, founded in 768 and set within a peaceful forest. It is famous for its thousands of stone and bronze lanterns, creating a unique and atmospheric setting. A visit here offers a glimpse into traditional Japanese spirituality and refined shrine architecture.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Uji

    Enjoy a hands-on matcha experience in Uji, where you can learn how to prepare matcha and explore the traditions behind Japanese tea culture.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Byodoin Temple

    Discover the beauty of Byodo-in Temple, home to the iconic Phoenix Hall featured on Japan’s 10-yen coin, and enjoy its serene atmosphere and stunning reflection over the pond.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel time is included in the total tour duration
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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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