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Nara Day Trip Tours

Historic Monuments of Ancient Capital of Nara - from Osaka

Nara
8 hours

In Nara, eight Buddhism temples and Shintoism Shrines are included in the World Heritage as “Historic Monuments in Ancient Capital of Nara” as those represent close cultural exchanges between Japan and China, and even Hellenism culture in the 8th century. On this tour we will visit three of them in a day from Osaka.

FROM$252/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.96(126) reviews

Exploring Nara, Nara Pref

Nara
8 hours

Nara is ideal for those who wish to see not only numerous historical structures but also to touch, feed wild deers roaming freely around in the Nara Park. There are 8 UNESCO heritages in Nara spotted sparsely in the historic regions which have full of rich tales in Nara period (from 710 to 794). Visiting 4 UNESCO heritages (3 temples and 1 shrine) in this tour in addition to one Japanese garden.

FROM$250/ per group
Masahisa M.
5.00(41) reviews

Full-Day Nara tour from Kyoto with a private guide

Nara
7 hours

Nara is a very beautiful and interesting city known by the old name of "Yamato". It was established as the first permanent Japan's capital in the year 710. There are a lot of historical monuments in this ancient city, such as Todaiji Great Buddha Hall, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kofukuji Temple and so on. Nara"deer"park is also one of must-see areas. Let's walk around and play with the lovely deer!!

FROM$210/ per group
Koichi W.
4.95(61) reviews

Full day Nara/Kyoto private guided tour!

Nara
8 hours

We can meet at your hotel, either from Kyoto, Nara or Osaka? The plan would be to start from Nara. We will walk across the Nara park until the monumental Todai ji temple then move up nearby to the Nigatsu-do temple for an amazing view of the city. Then we can have some snack, or lunch at the most famous shopping arcade of the city. See some shops there if you want and then get the train(or train back) to Kyoto until the Fushimi Inari Taisha, the main Shinto shrine of Japan

FROM$245/ per group
Alex O.
4.90(10) reviews

Full-Day Nara tour from Kyoto and Uji Green Tea Town

Nara
8 hours

On this tour, we will visit Nara and Uji Green tea Town. Nara was established as the first permanent Japan's capital in the year 710. There are a lot of historical sites, such as Todaiji Great Buddha Hall, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kofukuji Temple and so on. Nara"deer"park is also one of must-see areas. On our way back to Kyoto, we will hop off at JR Uji Station and visit the Green Tea Town of Uji. If you have time to spare, taste the finest green tea.

FROM$210/ per group
Koichi W.
4.95(61) reviews

Nara Deer Park and a large statue of Buddha

Nara
7 hours

This is a van- ride tour for the aged and disabled using wheelchairs. Their family and friends can accompany them. Each seat is not so large, sometimes cramped for the large except the space for a wheelchair, however. The lift taxi can reach a parking lot close to tourist sites ,or drop you off where you want sometimes when parking lots are so busy.

FROM$385/ per group
Takehiko O.
4.79(39) reviews

Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Nara Temples

Nara
8 hours

Nothing better than to discover Nara by the explanations from an -almost-local person who is also a certified interpreter-guide! The first fixed capital of Japan, a city of tradition and history. You will discover an ancient capital which became a calm countryside city. Nothing to hurry, nothing to worry!

FROM$266/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.73(11) reviews

Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kashihara

Nara
8 hours

Kashihara-jingu shrine shows us the long History of Japan from 660BC to 1889. After visiting proto-Japan and Meiji in Kashihara-jingu, we can go to Imai-cho, Japanese traditional town. When we visit Kashihara, we can know more about Japanese History, while having fun and great time.

FROM$266/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.73(11) reviews
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Nara Highlights Tours

One Day Tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara

Nara
8 hours

Nara was once the ancient capital of Japan. There are many historical sites, artefacts, relics, temples and shrines. There is a proof that the capital flourished in the 8th century. Nara is also rich in nature. Mountains, primitive forests and parks enhance the attraction of Nara. This tour includes Kofukuji Temple, Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine, which are World Heritage Sites. We will also visit the Nara Park which is famous for deer. Let's enjoy the tour in Nara together !

FROM$210/ per group
Atsuko T.
4.96(54) reviews

One day trip of Nara Park

Nara
6 hours

-Nara Park is famous and known as Deer Park, and more than one thousand deer roam freely in the park.-Numerous important temples, shrines, gardens and museums are within minutes of one another within the park.-The most famous sites are Todai-ji temple, Kasuga Grand Shrine, and Kofuku-ji temple.-These temples and shrines were originally built in Nara period, 1,300 years ago.

FROM$139/ per group
Makoto Y.
4.95(102) reviews

Your most memorable tour to Nara (Kyoto or Osaka departure)

Nara
7 hours

In Nara deer Park, you can feed many cute wild deers. After playing with deers, you will go to Toudaiji Temple. You can see huge buddaha statue. Next, you will go to kasuga shrine After lunch, you will viist Koufukuji Temple and you can see a five-storied pagoda. Morover, based on your request, I will take you to other spots.

FROM$196/ per group
Kazuhiko G.
4.76(172) reviews

Nara & Osaka 1-day Tour

Nara
8 hours

Visit Nara and Osaka must-see sites in one day including Nara "deer" park, Great Buddha at Todaiji Temple, Osaka Castle, and Dotonbori for the evening. Tour itinerary is flexible so you can focus on one of the two areas. Good for those who have a limited time and start to feel you've seen too many shrines and temples in Kyoto.

FROM$294/ per group
Seiko T.
4.98(89) reviews

Nara Highlights: Personalized One-Day Private Tour

Nara
6 hours

Embark on our Exclusive One-Day Nara Tour for a personalized and immersive experience. Explore Nara’s highlights, including the grand Todai-ji Temple with its massive Buddha, the serene Kasuga Taisha Shrine with its lanterns, and the charming Nara Deer Park where friendly deer roam. This private tour offers a tailored itinerary showcasing Nara's rich history and culture, with flexibility to match your interests. Ideal for a comprehensive exploration of Nara in one memorable day.

FROM$490/ per group
Ahmed A.
4.88(32) reviews

Nara Highlights from Kyoto or Osaka

Nara
10 hours

Nara is located about 40km south from Kyoto and 30km east from Osaka. It is an older capital than Kyoto and as old as Osaka. It was about 1300 years ago. There are ancient temples. Most of them are older than Kyoto and are not Zen temple. Nara is quieter than Kyoto and Osaka. More than one thousand friendly deer live with Nara citizens. And also Nara has a lot of local food like Sushi, Ramen and so on. You would be able to have unique experience.

FROM$280/ per group
Yoshiharu K.
4.74(46) reviews

Customized Private Tour in Nara

Nara
8 hours

This is customized private tour in Nara which guests can create easily by selecting any spots from a list of popular tourist destinations. The list consists of 8 tourist destinations (S01-S08) that are very popular especially among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection the guide will arrange best itinerary with tour cost and feedback proper offer to the guest for formal booking.

FROM$364/ per group
Kenji M.
4.71(83) reviews

Nara Yakushi-ji /Toshodai-ji Temple --- World Heritage

Nara
5 hours

- Yakushi-ji Temple is located about five kilometer south west of JR Nara station. - Two major UNESCO World Heritage temples(Yakushi-ji & Toushodai-ji) are located here. - After meeting at Nishinokyo station, we walk through Yakushi-ji, and Toshodai-ji Temple. - As an optional tour, we can visit Mausoleum of Emperor Suinin, next to Toushoudai-ji Temple.

FROM$116/ per group
Makoto Y.
4.95(102) reviews
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Nara Art, Culture, & Historical Tours

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

Nara
5 hours

We will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' townscape.

FROM$144/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00(46) reviews

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

Nara
8 hours

Nara is the most ancient city in Japan. You can see one of the most biggest images of Buddha in Japan called"Daibutu-san", and You also see many dee...

FROM$126/ per group
Hiroshi Y.
4.67(325) reviews

Nara Sightseeing & the World of Buddhist Statuary

Nara
7 hours

Through this tour you will be intrigued with the charm of Buddhist statuary, which represents people's wishes and prayers. Figures of statues vary according to the development of eras from Asuka period to Muromachi period. At the same time you can

FROM$200/ per group
Yoshihisa T.
4.97(210) reviews

古都奈良 ~ 東大寺,春日大社,奈良公園,興福寺,奈良町（古街）

Nara
6 hours

"奈良"是與京都並駕齊驅,是一個代表日本的古都,已於公曆710年從藤原京遷都至奈良（平城京）後擁有1300年的悠久歷史。 到現在仍然保持著"古都"的情調,這裡有很多景點，如"東大寺","春日大社"（神社）與"興福寺"等。 "奈良公園"裡可以看到很多鹿群,約有1200只,遊客可以購買鹿煎餅並喂鹿。 该旅游不包含以下费用； ・交通費（您，或你們與導遊,導遊從自宅（大阪市內）至會合地點的往返交通費） 奈良市內:大約400~600日元／每人。從大阪至奈良的往返交通費:大約1000~1500日元／每人 ・餐費（您，或你們與導遊）。如果導遊與您，或你們分開吃飯，請交給導遊1500日元現金作為午餐費。 ・門票:大約500~600日元／每人／次（導遊一般不需要門票,如果需要時,請您，或你們負擔）。 ・如果價格有更改,恕不另行通知,請諒解。

FROM$168/ per group
北澤
4.71(7) reviews

One day tour in Nara

Nara
7 hours

Highlights of the tour are feeding deers in Nara Park and overwhelmed by the great Budha, Daibutu. Tour also visits several historcal sites. As all historical sites are located in the Nara park, we will mainly walk through the park ( 5~8km ) The tour also can customized in line with the customer's interest, historical sites, cultural sites or shopping.

FROM$175/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.96(24) reviews

Tour for the East end of Silk Road, Nara

Nara
5 hours

Nara has a long history including the site of the first and large scale capital of Japan in 7 century. However, Japan had reached at the status of national unity before 7 century and had started official envoy to Sui Dynasty of China in AD600. Therefore various new technology and culture had been transferred from China through anciant Korea.Tour will therefore explore the sign of influence of China, Persia or even from Greece transferred through the ancient Silk Road.

FROM$175/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.96(24) reviews

Tour of the Great Buddha of Nara

Nara
4 hours

(Highlights) The Great Buddha of Nara is a magnificent structure weighing some 500 tons. Originally built in 752 AD, the stature is 15.9 meters high...

FROM$107/ per group
Tatsuhiro N.
4.50(54) reviews

A traditional handcraft tour ~India ink stick~

Nara
2 hours 30 min

The production of India ink stick started at a monastery in Nara in 14C. Today 95% of India ink sticks are made here in Nara. In this tour, you will experience Japanese calligraphy and enjoy making your own ink stick with the guidance of a traditional craftsman. Then you will walk up one of the main streets called Sanjo street and look around other handcraft shops unique to Nara.

FROM$79/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00(46) reviews
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Nara Off the Beaten Path Tours

Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~

Nara
7 hours

Asuka, the ancient political center, has been preserved. Not only historical structure such as Asuka dera, the oldest temple in Japan and "Ishibutai", mysterious huge stone tomb, but also tranquil village landscape must leave deep impression on you. "Tanada", terraced rice field, mountains and streams, old village houses will surely energize busy modern people. In the afternoon, we will explore the beautiful village, experience traditional Japanese natural dyeing,and visit the farmers' market.

FROM$188/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00(46) reviews

Walk along the Japanese oldest road

Nara
6 hours

Yamanobe-no-michi Road, the oldest road in Japan, runs through at the foot of eastern mountains of Nara Basin. In this area, huge burial mounds and oldest shrines blend well with quiet farming villages. This tour might take you back in time to the ancient mythical period. The road is mostly flat and comfortable to walk on.

FROM$170/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00(46) reviews

Walking along historical trail of Nara(3)

Nara
4 hours 30 min

Yamanobe no Michi, "Old trail along the foot of the mountain" from Miwa shrine to Kasuga shrine, has been shown in the Kojiki," Records of Ancient Matters" the Japanese oldest history book ( beginning of 8 century ). The trip is a walking about the half of the trail between Tenri and Yanagimoto JR stations visiting historical spots including shrines and ancient tombs before 6 centuries

FROM$280/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.96(24) reviews

Walking along historical trail of Nara(2):

Nara
4 hours 30 min

Nara area used to be a Capital of Japan for 80 years (Heijyoukyou;A.D.708-810).After transferring the Capital to Kyoto, Nara was remained as a center of Buddhism. Although many temples remained such as Todaiji and Kohukuji, many other temples have been established but abolished in its long history, then only stone Buddha images are remained as an evident of the history.

FROM$280/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.96(24) reviews
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Nara Nature & Outdoor Tours

Walking along historical trail of Nara(1):Samurai road

Nara
4 hours 30 min

Walking along historical trail between Nara and Yagyu where was used to be the mecca of swordsmanship "Kenjyutu" during Edo era. As Yagyu family was a leader of Yagyu Shinkage Ryu, one of the stile of Japanese swordsmanships, many samurais visited Yagu to learn the skill through the trail. You can enjoy such old trail thinking about samurai who were eager to improve the skill of swordsmanship.

FROM$280/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.96(24) reviews

Full-Day Guided Tour in a Japanese Mountain: Yoshino, Nara

Nara
8 hours

Come with me, certified interpreter-guide, to discover Yoshino, in the South of Nara prefecture! Surrounded by nature and inside mountains, Yoshino is the place to visit especially during the beautiful sakura season, better between April 13~15. But even out season, Yoshino is a high place of History, mostly with the Southern Imperial Court of Japan (14th century).

FROM$266/ per group
Mouloud H.
4.73(11) reviews

Asuka Walking or Cycling Tour

Nara
5 hours

Asuka is the place where first unified state was established. It was a capital of Japan from 538 to 710. There are a lot of view point including ruins of the Imperial palace, ancient tombs, uniquely shaped stone structures throughout the area. You can enjoy the historical atmosphere and beautiful scenery.

FROM$88/ per group
Yuri T.
4.46(26) reviews

Walking along historical trail of Nara (4)

Nara
4 hours 30 min

Second part of the "Yamanobe no michi"..The trip is a walking the trail between Sakurai and Yanagimoto JR stations. As the old palace of emperor "Makimuku" ( Some researchers believe that the site might be the old capital of Japan in 3 to 6 century with active trades and communication with Wei Dynasty of ancient China (A.D. 3rd century) , you can enjoy older historical spots along the trail.

FROM$280/ per group
Yasuhisa K.
4.96(24) reviews
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Nara Unique Experience Tours

Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience

Nara
7 hours

First we will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' houses.Then I will take you to an traditional indigo-dyeing studio and help you to experience it.

FROM$195/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00(46) reviews

Indigo dyeing experience and Yakushi-ji temple visit

Nara
3 hours 30 min

Ai-zome, or indigo dyeing used to be very familiar with ordinary Japanese people, especially in Edo Period(16C to 19C). The beauty of the color is highly valued as "Japan Blue". You will experience at a studio called "Konya", the fine renovation of an old merchant's house in Yamato-koriyama city, a castle town. After that you will visit Yakushiji Temple. .

FROM$99/ per person
Michiko T.
5.00(46) reviews
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Nara Kids & Family Friendly Tours

Organic farm experience in Asuka, Nara

Nara
3 hours

Asuka was the ancient political center of Japan about 1400 years ago. Unlike other parts of Japan, there are neither high-rise buildings nor large commercial complex. Instead, historical remains, rice paddy field, traditional village houses, mountains and streams welcome us as they used to be. You will visit an organic farm and enjoy seasonal activities. This will be happy experience not only for adults but also kids.

FROM$72/ per group
Michiko T.
5.00(46) reviews
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Travel like a real local. With our lineup of varied tours we want to help you customize and realize your ideal tour in Nara. Our guides can arrange for you to visit areas specific to your interests, so there will be no filler in the itinerary! Browse all the tours we offer in Nara, and find the perfect one for you. The tours come in a variety of categories and lengths, so chances are you will be able to find the tour for you. Looking for something you couldn’t find in our lineup? Go ahead and send a message to one of the guides, they will create your tour for you! Teaming up with a local guide and getting their help in planning the itinerary is the smart way to travel, so let them sort everything out for you.