Private Nara Tour with Government Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Osaka Departure)

5.0
(7 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Do you really like temples and gardens? If so, Nara is the place for you! Close to Osaka and Kyoto, this quiet area is full of beauty...and deer! Why so many deer in Nara? Deer are messengers from the heavens, so they have free reign over the city of Nara that is filled with religious importance. Come and learn about Japan’s temples and religious history in Nara!

Once your reservation is made, a guide will contact you to plan your personalized tour. Choose 4 to 5 spots from ‘Tour Details’ to visit. Don't know where to go? Ask the guide to send you their recommendations. We hope to guide you soon!

Maximum 7 participants per tour.

What's Included

Private vehicle
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Meeting and pickup

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

If your hotel or desired pick up point is not on the list, please contact us. Please be at your pick up point 10 minutes before the tour starts. This tour includes an English-speaking and Government licensed guide and a private vehicle with a licensed driver.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Todai-ji Temple

    Home to a 15 meter tall Buddha

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    A beautiful small grassy mountain with view of Nara

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Naramachi

    The former merchant district of Nara, where several traditional residential buildings and warehouses are preserved and open to the public

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Kofuku-ji Temple

    This temple features several buildings of great historic value, including a five-storied pagoda and a three-storied pagoda

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Yakushi-ji Temple

    One of Japan's oldest temples, Yakushiji has a strictly symmetric layout, with the main hall and lecture hall standing on a central axis, flanked by two pagodas.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Nara National Museum

    An art museum which displays Japanese Buddhist art

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Isuien Garden

    A garden founded on water

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Yoshikien

    A garden with three unique gardens within: a pond garden, a moss garden and a tea ceremony garden

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Nara Park

    A lovely park with many deer that may bow to you!

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Japan Guide Agency
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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