6-Hour Private Nara Heritage Tour from Kyoto with Wild Deer
About This Tour
Discover Nara's cultural heritage on a private day trip from Kyoto, visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kōfuku-ji, Tōdai-ji, and Kasuga Taisha. Admire t...
Duration: 6 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Kyoto, Nara · Languages: English
Know before you go: If travellers do not have a JR Pass, they must pay for their transportation expenses.; The traveller will also need to pay for the guide's lunch and transportation.
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What's Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
Not Included
- Entrance tickets, if any
- Tips and gratuities
- Transportation
- Lunch
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Private Nara Heritage Tour from Kyoto
Begin your day by meeting your guide at the designated meeting point. From there, embark on your journey to Kōfuku-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend the next hour and a half exploring this historic site, marvelling at several designated National Treasures, including the Buddhist sculpture masterpiece, the Statue of Ashura. Following your visit to Kōfuku-ji Temple, head towards Tōdai-ji Temple, Nara's most famous landmark. Admire the impressive statue of Kongō Rikishi at Nandaimon Gate and Japan's largest Great Buddha statue housed within the temple complex. Take your time to soak in the spiritual atmosphere of this revered site. Afterward, take a lunch break to recharge before continuing your exploration. Once refreshed, stroll through Nara Park, known for its wild deer species. Engage in the popular activity of feeding the deer and enjoy the park's verdant natural setting as you interact with these gentle creatures. As the afternoon progresses, visit Kasuga Taisha Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the temple grounds and admire the impressive red main shrine. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Kasuga-Taisha National Treasure Hall, where you can view valuable works of Buddhist art. Reflect on your experiences and bid farewell to your guide as the day draws to a close. Conclude your tour of Nara's iconic landmarks, taking home memories of a day filled with history, culture, and natural beauty.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Kyoto Railway Station · Tour start: Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
