From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with lunch
Description
This tour is conducted by an English-speaking guide only. Let's explore the traditional areas of Nara, which include Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine. The Great Buddha at Todaiji Temple is one of the most famous and historically significant landmarks in Nara. It stands at a height of around 15 meters. Todaiji Temple boasts the title of having the largest wooden structure in the world. In Nara Park, you can enjoy the sight of friendly and charming deer. Kasuga Taisha Shrine is an important historical site in ancient Nara. We can visit the main sanctuary for general worship. (Please note that the special worship of the main sanctuary, Kasugataisha Museum, and Botanical Garden are not included.) Let's have a delicious Japanese-style lunch. The restaurant also has a shop where you can buy local souvenirs. After lunch, you can do a little shopping to bring back some mementos or souvenirs to remember your visit!
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Kyoto Station Building, Kyoto, Japan
The Great Buddha at Todaiji Temple, standing about 15 meters tall, is one of Nara's most famous and historically significant landmarks. Todaiji Temple also holds the title of the world's largest wooden structure. In Nara Park, you can enjoy the sight of friendly and charming deer.
Enjoy a delicious Japanese-style lunch at the local restaurant!
Kasuga Taisha Shrine is an important historical site in ancient Nara. We can visit the main sanctuary for general worship. (Please note that the special worship of the main sanctuary, Kasugataisha Museum, and Botanical Garden are not included.)
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a group tour, not a private tour. Please note that we are unable to make any additions to the itinerary based on individual requests, regardless of the number of participants.
- If the minimum number of participants 4 is not met by 14 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be cancelled.
- Please note that some of the buildings and Buddha statues may look different or you may not be able to see them due to constructions.
- Please note that bringing large luggage during the tour is not allowed.
- Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
- The bus will depart according to the schedule and will not wait for late arrivals.
- This tour may involve the use of either a bus or a train, or a combination of both.
- The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
- Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
- Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book. especially if the tour includes lunch.
- Wheelchair is not accessible. This tour involves a lot of walking. If you have trouble walking, we advise you not to book this tour.
- Please note that we are unable to accommodate menu changes on the day of the tour.
Reviews(139)
Wonderful tour to Nara, experience I would recommend 100%. Fully experienced guide always willing to answer our doubts and help us. However, we had difficulty finding the meeting point, as it was poorly marked by the site.
Muito obrigado pela sua avaliação e por recomendar o nosso passeio! > Ficamos muito felizes em saber que você teve uma experiência maravilhosa em Nara e que a nossa guia foi prestativa e atenciosa. Pedimos desculpas pela dificuldade em encontrar o ponto de encontro. Agradecemos muito pelo seu feedback sobre a sinalização no site; já estamos trabalhando para melhorar as instruções e fotos do local para que os próximos viajantes localizem o ponto com mais facilidade. Esperamos ter o prazer de recebê-lo novamente em uma próxima viagem ao Japão!
We had an excellent time at Nara, our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an excellent time in Nara. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Shelley provided a fantastic tour for my wife and me! Since the group was so small, we could easily converse with our guide and ask questions without fear. She was always open and friendly and was always ready to show us everything she knew about Japan's culture. We had a lot of fun with her and can only praise her work! In addition, we were able to learn about temples and shrines and feed many deer. Furthermore, I was encouraged to squeeze through the narrow hole in the Todaiji Temple, which brought me much luck. One could not wish for more! 😁
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you and your wife had such a great time with Shelley. Going through the pillar hole at Todaiji Temple is definitely a highlight, and we are glad it brought you good luck! 😊 We hope to welcome you back to Japan again soon!
Aki was our tour guide for the half day tour to Nara and the trip was fantastic. From guiding us around, being patient when we got distracted to take photos (or dodging the deer), to allowing us some flexibility in the itinerary, the day was thoroughly enjoyable. The tour was informative and we’d highly recommend.
Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so glad to hear that you had a thoroughly enjoyable day in Nara and that the flexibility and information met your expectations. Aki will be really happy to know that you enjoyed your day. We highly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again!
Very best guide for discovery nara
Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so proud to hear that we could be the very best guide for your discovery of Nara. It was a pleasure having you, and we highly appreciate your kind recommendation! We hope to welcome you again in the future! Best regards
A wonderful experience. Learned a lot from guide Sho Kuroda- he was very knowledgeable and politely answered all questions . Tour was managed well - we moved according to schedule. Kudos to all members of the group. Sho also helped me with shopping for souvenirs.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience and that Sho’s knowledge and helpfulness made your tour memorable. She will be really happy to know that you enjoyed the day!We also appreciate your praise for our tour management and the great group dynamic. Thank you for choosing us, we hope to see you again in the future!
The guide was truly very kind and helpful. The trip was really well organized with timely transportation and free time. Highly recommended!
Grazie per la vostra fantastica recensione! Siamo felici di sapere che avete apprezzato il nostro tour e speriamo di rivedervi in futuro!
A very beautiful excursion, the guide was very helpful and clear in the explanations. Highly recommended!
Grazie per la vostra fantastica recensione! Siamo felici di sapere che avete apprezzato il nostro tour e speriamo di rivedervi in futuro!
The tour was really very beautiful; fortunately, there were only four of us, so it was very intimate. Visiting Nara is truly a must if you go to Japan; the guide was very helpful and friendly, and explained everything we saw very well. Highly recommended!
Grazie per la vostra fantastica recensione! Riferiremo le vostre gentili parole anche alla guide. Siamo felici di sapere che avete apprezzato il nostro tour e speriamo di rivedervi in futuro!
We had a wonderful experience in Nara, and a big part of that was thanks to our guide, Sho. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic throughout the tour. Sho shared fascinating insights about Nara’s history, culture, and landmarks, making each stop much more meaningful and interesting. He was patient with questions, ensured everyone was comfortable, and managed the tour smoothly. His warm personality and excellent communication made the day enjoyable and memorable. We especially appreciated his local knowledge and the thoughtful recommendations he shared along the way. Thank you, Sho, for making our visit to Nara such a special experience. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for an informative and enjoyable tour.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience and that Sho’s knowledge and helpfulness made your tour memorable. She will be really happy to know that you enjoyed the day!Thank you for choosing us, we hope to see you again in the future!
