Exploring Nara
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About This Experience in Nara
Why Visit Nara?
Nara, Japan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Nara provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Nara
You can reach Nara, Japan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.
What's Included
- Meeting in the hotel lobby
- Escort Guiding Service
- Gratuity, Lunch for Guide
What's Not Included
- Public Transportation Return Tickets between Hotel and tour destination
- Admission Tickets
- Souvenirs
- Food, Drinks, Snacks, Lunch & Dinner
Cancellation Policy
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
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Messenger of deity of Kasuga Great shrine, 1,200... 1 hour
Messenger of deity of Kasuga Great shrine, 1,200 deers welcome you all the tour long in Nara national park.
First stop in Kofukuji-temple which was founded by... 1 hour
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.
Next is a short walk to a Japanese... 1 hour
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.
Forth stop is Negatsudo Hall which stands close... 1 hour
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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
