Discover Nara’s iconic sites in one day. Visit Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and more. Immerse in history, culture, and cuisine. Book your private tour now.
- Kofuku-ji Temple - Alongside Todai-ji, this temple is the most renowned in Nara city. Its spacious grounds feature not only a five-story pagoda but also numerous halls. It’s famous for housing many Buddha statues, with the Asura statue, in particular, being a favorite for its melancholic and youthful appearance. You can often witness the unique Nara scene of deer strolling in front of the five-story pagoda within the temple grounds.
- Izasa-Nakatani-hompo Yumekaze-hiroba - This is a small market located in front of Todai-ji’s gate. It features restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy lunch, and you can also purchase souvenirs like Nara Prefecture’s local products. With 11 shops lined up, you can explore a variety of options.
- Todai-ji Temple - This temple is renowned for the towering Great Buddha of Nara. The Great Buddha, constructed 1,300 years ago by the emperor of that time with the aim of peace and salvation for the people, is an awe-inspiring sight. Experience the grandeur created by the colossal wooden structure and the Great Buddha up close.
- Todai-ji Nigatsudo (February Hall) - This suspended temple within the Todai-ji complex is a remarkable architectural feat. It extends out from the cliff, symbolizing the pure land where the main deity, Kannon Bodhisattva, resides. The illuminated temple precinct, adorned with large lanterns, offers a panoramic view of Nara’s town, including the Great Buddha Hall.
- Kasuga Grand Shrine - Located in Nara Park, this shrine is dedicated to the ancestral deities of the Fujiwara clan, one of Japan’s renowned noble families. The deer, a common sight in Nara Park, are regarded as messengers of the shrine’s gods and have been highly respected. After your visit, consider offering senbei (rice crackers) to the deer.
- Private Tour
- Necessary expenses for the tour guide
- Tour Guide
- Estimated Costs of the Tour: 3500 JPY per Person
- Breakdown: Transportation: 0 JPY, Admission Fees: 1800 JPY, Meal costs: 1000 JPY per Person
- Optional Experience Costs: 700 JPY per Person
This tour is recommended for those visiting Nara for the first time, and allows you to fully enjoy the charm of Nara in one day. This tour is a greedy plan that goes around all famous tourist spots in Nara City, such as Todaiji Temple, famous for the Great Buddha, and a historic shrine Kasuga Taisha, in addition to Kofukuji and Naramachi. It condenses various genres such as history, culture, and food, and is definitely a great satisfaction. If you want to spend the best day in Nara, please join this tour! [Standard tour visit spot] ・ Kofuku-ji Temple ・ Toadai-ji Temple ・ Todaiji Temple Nigatsudo ・ Kasuga Taisha Shrine [Customized tour selectable spot] Kofukuji Temple / Toadaiji Temple / Todaiji Temple Nigatsudo / Kasuga Taisha Shrine Tamukeyama Hachiman-gu / Narimachi Region / Shin Yakushiji Temple
- All transportation costs, entrance fees, food and drink costs, etc. incurred at the visited spots, will be borne by the customer.
- If the weather is bad on the day, there is a possibility that the means of transportation, destinations, and routes may be changed.
- Tour finishing spot is different from starting spot. Please let your tour guide know if you would like to change the finishing spot.
- Please wear comfortable clothing as you will be walking a lot.
- Please understand that tour spots might be changed to alternative spots in case of temporary closure.
- Some of the spots we will visit on the day do not accept credit cards. Please remember to bring cash.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
