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Exploring Nara

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480 minutes (Approx.)
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This tour is a tour using public transportation. 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. See inclusions and excursions for what is included in the price of this tour.

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Things To Know

  • Meeting in the hotel lobby
  • Escort Guiding Service
  • Gratuity, Lunch for Guide
  • Public Transportation Return Tickets between Hotel and tour destination
  • Admission Tickets
  • Souvenirs
  • Food, Drinks, Snacks, Lunch & Dinner
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
  • Remove hats and sunglasses in front of main sanctuary in Shrines and Temples, not to take
  • pictures where prohibited in Shrines, Temples

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Nara Park

Messenger of deity of Kasuga Great shrine, 1,200 deers welcome you all the tour long in Nara national park.

Kofuku-ji Temple

First stop in Kofukuji-temple which was founded by Emperor Shomu in 726 during Nara period where the five-storied pagoda is a symbol of Nara national park viewed over Sarusawa Pond.

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Todai-ji Temple

Next is a short walk to a Japanese garden, called Isui-en (on the way to the Todai-ji temple) is also a must-to-see scenic spot. The third stop is the main attraction in Nara i.e Todai-ji temple, the largest wooden structure in the world, built in 752 and 2.8 million people took part in to construct, houses the 15m tall Great Buddha statue.

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Kasuga Grand Shrine

Forth stop is Negatsudo Hall which stands close to Todai-ji temple where the water-drawing ritual ceremony is being held in every Mach since 752. Last stops is Kasuga Great shrine which is a national shrine founded to protect the Heijyo-kyo, the new capital of Nara (from 710 to 794). 2,000 stone lanterns and 1,000 hanging lanterns are lit in February and August there and it brings you date back the time of the ancients.

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Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

Choose to be picked up from a list of locations

Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

At your hotel in Osaka, Kyoto or Nara

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required

Reviews By Other Travelers

5
Based on 2 reviews

What do other 2 guests say about Exploring Nara

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evann884
5
May 2024
The trip was interesting and very informative. Our guide was very considerate and helpful. His English was excellent but he spoke softly. He spent time determining just what we wanted to see. He helped us with our ICOCA card and took many photos of us which he transferred to my wife's phone even ...
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Adelninno71
5
Aug 2019
We had this trip, “Exploring Nara” carried out. There were some misunderstandings about organizational aspects. To show their attention to the clients, the Agency Fulfilling Inc. completely refunded the fees paid. We greatly appreciated this fair behavior.

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Things to know

Included
  • Meeting in the hotel lobby
  • Escort Guiding Service
  • Gratuity, Lunch for Guide
Not Included
  • Public Transportation Return Tickets between Hotel and tour destination
  • Admission Tickets
  • Souvenirs
  • Food, Drinks, Snacks, Lunch & Dinner
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
  • Remove hats and sunglasses in front of main sanctuary in Shrines and Temples, not to take
  • pictures where prohibited in Shrines, Temples

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
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Accept crypto currencies