Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
Embark on a half-day tour of Nara’s rich heritage. Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and interact with the sacred wild deer of Nara Park, believed to be divine messengers for over 1,200 years.
Your tour starts with Kofuku-ji Temple, known for its five-story pagoda, then continues to Todai-ji Temple, where you’ll see the awe-inspiring Great Buddha statue. Your guide will share stories about these historic sites and Japanese Buddhism.
Next, enjoy panoramic views from Nigetsu-do Temple, and walk to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, famous for its lanterns and deer. After exploring Nara Park, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. End the tour with a visit to a traditional old town, contrasting modern Tokyo, and see a merchant’s house to experience Nara’s past.
This tour offers a unique mix of culture, nature, and history in Nara.
Options
7h tour
7h tour: The additional option includes deer interaction and a visit to a renowned Japanese garden in Nara.(G-566)
What's included in Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kofuku-ji Temple
The five-story pagoda and other beauty of the 1,300 year old temple.
Todai-ji Temple
Todaiji Temple is famous for the Great Buddha. Of course, the Daibutsu is very impressive, but there are many other attractions here that will fascinate you, such as the Nigatsudo Hall, which was built to lean out from the cliff.
Kasuga Grand Shrine
One of the most historic shrines in Japan. The precincts have been maintained as a sanctuary, and virgin forests remain. Enjoy the mysterious space.
Inclusions
- Deer Cracker
- Local guide
- Todai-ji Temple visitation fee
- Interaction with wild deer
- Kohfuku-ji Temple visitation fee
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- If you choose the Kyoto departure option, the meeting point is in front of the ticket gates at Kintetsu Kyoto Station. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
- If you choose the Osaka departure option, the meeting point is in front of Lawson Namba 2-chome. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
- The tour ends at Kintetsu Nara Station. From here, you can easily travel by train to destinations such as Kyoto and Osaka. Located in the heart of Nara, it’s also a convenient spot for continuing your sightseeing.
End Points
- The tour ends at Kintetsu Nara Station. From here, you can easily travel by train to destinations such as Kyoto and Osaka. Located in the heart of Nara, it’s also a convenient spot for continuing your sightseeing.
