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Nara Explore Top Highlights by Private Walking Tour

By Japan Private Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 18,068 per traveler* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Overview

Discover the Timeless Beauty of Nara – Private Walking Tour
Step into Japan’s rich cultural heritage with a fully customized private walking tour of Nara. Whether you're interested in ancient temples, sacred deer, hidden gems, or local food, this experience is tailored entirely to your interests. You’ll enjoy the flexibility of setting your own meeting point and time, and we'll help create the perfect itinerary just for you. From visiting famous landmarks like Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha to strolling through peaceful parks or shopping streets, every moment is designed around what you want to see and do. We’re also happy to assist with advance reservations for lunch or cultural experiences, so you can relax and enjoy a smooth, unforgettable day in Nara. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, or small groups!

Activity location

  • Todai-ji Temple
    • 406-1 Zoushi-cho,
    • 630-8587, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kyoto Station
    • Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho
    • 600-8216, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Nara Explore Top Highlights by Private Walking Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Fri 6:00-19:00
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 18,068.40 x 1 TravelerP 18,068.40
Total
Price is P 18,068.40

What's included, what's not

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    Private Guide
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    Meals
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    Bottled water
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    Snacks
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    Transportation costs depend on meeting/ending location, mode of transportation ....
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    Entrance fee depends on travel destinations and whether clients want to enter into the paid area or not

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Transportation (bus, train, taxi ...)

Activity itinerary

Todai-ji Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Todaiji Temple is a must-see in Nara, famous for housing the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), one of the largest bronze statues of Buddha in the world. This iconic temple, built in the 8th century, is also home to the Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall), once the largest wooden building on earth. Surrounded by lush greenery, it’s a spiritual and historical highlight of Nara.

Nara Park

  • 1h
Nara Deer Park is a spacious and scenic park where over a thousand freely roaming deer—considered sacred messengers of the gods—interact with visitors. You can feed them special deer crackers (shika senbei), bow to them, and enjoy a peaceful walk among these gentle creatures in a setting rich with cultural landmarks.

Higashimuki Shopping Street

  • 1h
Higashimuki Shopping Street is a lively covered arcade near Kintetsu Nara Station, filled with souvenir shops, cafes, local snack stands, and fashion boutiques. It’s a great spot to enjoy street food, shop for local specialties, and take a short break between temple visits in Nara.

Kasuga Grand Shrine

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Kasuga Taisha is Nara’s most celebrated Shinto shrine, known for its hundreds of bronze and stone lanterns that line the paths and hang in the shrine buildings. Founded in the 8th century, the shrine is nestled in a peaceful forest setting and offers a mystical and serene atmosphere, especially during lantern festivals.

Nigatsu-do Temple

  • 1h
Nigatsudō, part of the Todaiji Temple complex, is a quiet and sacred hall perched on a hillside offering one of the best panoramic views of Nara. Famous for its annual “Omizutori” ceremony in March, this hidden gem provides a peaceful atmosphere, wooden terraces, and stunning views of the city and surrounding nature.

Kofuku-ji Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Kofukuji Temple is one of Nara’s oldest and most important temples, originally established in 710. It is famous for its elegant five-story pagoda, the second tallest in Japan, which has become a symbol of Nara. Located near Nara Park, the temple complex includes beautiful halls and a museum housing treasured Buddhist statues and artifacts, offering a glimpse into Japan’s ancient religious and artistic heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    Todai-ji Temple
    • 406-1 Zoushi-cho,
    • 630-8587, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Kyoto Station
    • Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho
    • 600-8216, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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