Private Nara Tour: Explore Temples, Gardens, and Sacred Deer with a Licensed Guide

Embark on a private tour of Nara’s temples, gardens, and sacred deer with a licensed guide. Discover the religious history of Japan and explore the beauty of this quiet area.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Todai-ji Temple - Home to a 15 meter tall Buddha
  • Mount Wakakusa - A beautiful small grassy mountain with view of Nara
  • Naramachi - The former merchant district of Nara, where several traditional residential buildings and warehouses are preserved and open to the public
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - This temple features several buildings of…
What's Included
  • Fuel, Highway, & Parking Fees included
  • Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Customize your own Private Tour with 3 - 4 sights
  • Expertise of a Government Licensed Guide
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Additional Information

Are you a fan of tranquil temples and captivating gardens? Then Nara awaits your visit! Nestled close to Osaka and Kyoto, this serene locale abounds with scenic beauty… and yes, deer too! The abundance of deer in Nara has a divine reason; they are considered as heavenly messengers and thus enjoy unrestricted freedom in the spiritually significant city…

Location
Todai-ji Temple
406-1 Zoushi-cho,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Richardmw2475bt
Sep 19, 2024
Nara was amazing!!! - Nara was amazing!! We enjoyed the beautiful KasugaTaisha Shrine and fed the friendly deer in Nara Park. We had a delicious lunch and then ended at Yakushi-ji Temple. Our guide, Ichiro Fujita, was so knowledgeable and accommodating. He made our day very easy and enjoyable.
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Jrsleepers
Mar 24, 2024
Amazing private tour for my family in NARA with YUKA - Yuka provided an unforgettable experience during our day in Nara. From the bustling Mi・Nara shopping building to the serene Sarusawa Pond, every moment was expertly curated. Yuka's patience, organization, and understanding of our family's needs ensured a seamless journey through Nara's treasures. Her guidance through Nara Park, Todaiji Temple with its majestic Big Buddha, and the cultural delights of Kofukuji Temple left us in awe. Lunch at Yumehiroba was a culinary delight, perfectly complementing our exploration. The visit to Nara Karakuri Omocha no Yakata and Nakatanido for delicious mochi cake added unique and delightful layers to our day. Yuka's dedication to ensuring our satisfaction made this tour truly exceptional. We wholeheartedly recommend her for an enriching and fulfilling Nara experience.
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Carven_s
Dec 14, 2023
Grateful for the great experience - Great experience with JGA tour agency providing professional driver and tour guide. Our tour guide Ichiro was very professional and friendly. We had a last minute request to adjust the itinerary due to some family members not feeling well, and Ichiro was very understanding and tried his best to offer the alternative that works best for the rest of the group. Truly appreciate the personal touch. Thank you.
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Elizabeth_h
Sep 22, 2023
Magical visit to Nara - My son and I had a fabulous time on our tour of Nara. It wouldn’t be the same without our guide Taku. He was friendly and knowledgeable and made it an experience we won’t forget.
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Tour07929056466
Apr 8, 2023
10/10 - Great tour of the city. Saw lots of interesting things and learned about the history of the town. Hirofumi was our tour guide and was awesome!
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