Nara Day Trip from Kyoto with a Local: Private & Personalized

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540 minutes (Approx.)
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Travel to Japan’s 8th century capital and immerse yourself in Nara’s ancient heritage and leafy green surroundings. With one of our hosts by your side, you will make the short journey from Kyoto to this city, which plays home to some of the most significant Zen temples and Shinto shrines in all of Japan. When lunch rolls around (which it inevitably does), you can enjoy authentic Kansai cuisine at a tranquil spot. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

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Things To Know

  • Tickets to Isui-en Garden, Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga-Taisha Shrine, Kofuku-ji Temple and other
  • Private and personalized experience
  • Walking experience once in Nara (other transportation can be arranged)
  • 9 hours with a host (including travel time from Kyoto)
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to attractions other than the ones listed above
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Transportation costs (Japan Rail Pass holders can travel free on the JR)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Kyoto Station Building (Pass-by Only)

Take a train from Kyoto Station with your host who will eliminate any travel stress by organizing your tickets - no one likes looking at train timetables when they’re on holiday IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Todai-ji Temple (Pass-by Only)

The head temple of all provincial Buddhist temples. The main hall, the Daibutsuden houses one of Japan's largest bronze statues of Buddha (Daibutsu), 15 meters tall. Another popular attraction is a pillar with a hole in its base that is the same size as the Daibutsu's nostril. It is said that those who can squeeze through this opening will be granted enlightenment in their next life. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Nara Park (Pass-by Only)

See the iconic deer roaming through the city’s streets and parks like Nara-koen Park. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Isuien Garden (Pass-by Only)

This garden, stretched between Todai-ji and Kofuku-ji temples is so quiet that you will feel almost outside the world in your little bubble of zen-peace. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Nara’s most celebrated shrine, it was also the tutelary shrine of the Fujiwara, one of Japan's most powerful family clans.
Kasuga Taisha had been periodically rebuilt every 20 years for many centuries until Edo period. Kasuga Taisha is famous for its lanterns, which have been donated by worshippers. The lanterns are only lit twice a year during two Lantern Festivals (February and August). IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Kofuku-ji Temple (Pass-by Only)

Don’t miss the astonishing five-storied pagoda (Japan’s second tallest wooden pagoda) and three-storied pagodas, historical landmarks of Nara. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • (The host will be waiting in front of the Mister Donut) After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required


Reviews By Other Travelers

5
Based on 6 reviews

What do other 6 guests say about Nara Day Trip from Kyoto with a Local: Private & Personalized

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David_L
5
Apr 2024
Alex was an incredible guide! We had a wonderful time exploring Nara and learning about Japanese culture. Alex was patient enough to wait for us arriving quite late due to a mix-up in my notes. Such an amazing day! Highly recommend this tour and Alex!
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MehmetMurat_e
5
Nov 2023
Kenya was so kinda and we had a great experience with his knowledge!! He was so helpful and knows what we expect! Thank you!!
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Murray_L
5
Oct 2023
We had a wonderful day in Nara Our guide Taiga was funny, knowledgeable and professional He was wonderful with our kids, they loved him I highly recommend this trip and in particular our guide Taiga

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Things to know

Included
  • Tickets to Isui-en Garden, Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga-Taisha Shrine, Kofuku-ji Temple and other
  • Private and personalized experience
  • Walking experience once in Nara (other transportation can be arranged)
  • 9 hours with a host (including travel time from Kyoto)
Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to attractions other than the ones listed above
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Transportation costs (Japan Rail Pass holders can travel free on the JR)
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
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alipay_hkCreated with Sketch.
Accept crypto currencies