Todaiji Temple is a Buddhist temple that is the head temple of the Kegon sect of Buddhism, and its principal image is Rushanabutsu, also known as the Great Buddha of Nara.

Nara UNESCO World Heritage Sites Slow Cycling Tour

Small Group
Digital
360 minutes
English

Nara was the capital of Japan before the capital was moved to Kyoto, where the Heijo Palace was located. In addition to the Heijo Palace ruins, Todaiji Temple, Kohfukuji Temple, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites as “Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara”, and are fascinating places that are essential for understanding Japanese history and culture. This tour will take you on a leisurely tour of these fascinating towns on a BROMPTON bicycle with a navigator who knows the local area inside and out.

・The tour is a great way to visit places that are otherwise inaccessible by riding with a navigator who knows the local area inside out.

・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part.

・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything.

・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes.

・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.

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Nara UNESCO World Heritage Sites Slow Cycling Tour

From$111.61Per Person

What's included in Nara UNESCO World Heritage Sites Slow Cycling Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Nara Palace Site Historical Park

The palace ruins of Heijo Palace, the center of the Heijo-kyo Capital, which is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara".

Kofuku-ji Temple 3 Storey Tower

Of the seven major temples in the southern capital, this temple has developed the closest connection with the city of Nara. At its peak, the temple was lined with numerous pagodas and monks' quarters.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Nara Park

It is a magnificent park suitable for the ancient capital that is integrated with Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and the National Museum, and also incorporates the Kasuga Mountain primeval forest. In the park, about 1,300 wild deer herd and play in harmony with the rich nature, including beautiful lawns and a 1,000-year-old pine tree grove, and many people visit the park as a tourist spot symbolizing Nara, the ancient capital of Japan.

Inclusions

  • English Guide
  • Bicycle equipment such as helmets, Bags for wheeled transport, etc.
  • Bicycle rental fee
  • Exclusive navigator fee
  • For refreshments during the tour, the accompanying navigator will suggest restaurants according to the customer's wishes.
  • Insurance fee (option 500 yen)
  • Todaiji Temple Entrance Fee
  • 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • Navigator will be waiting with BROMPTON bicycles in front of the old JR Nara Station building, located outside the east exit of JR Nara Station.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

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Operator

BROMPTON SLOW CYCLING TOURS