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A deer grazing in a park with autumn leaves on the ground. 1
A large Buddha statue with a serene expression, set against a backdrop of traditional wooden architecture and intricate carvings. 2
A traditional building with a curved roof and a group of people in front of it. 3
A temple with traditional architecture and a group of people posing in front of it. 4
A person crouching next to a young deer in a park with people in the background. 5

Private Nara with a local guide: Temples, Deer, and Japanese Culture

By Japan tours agency
Free cancellation available
Price is P 9,954 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover Nara at your own pace with a local guide and a private experience
  • Admire the Great Buddha of Tōdai-ji, with admission included
  • Stroll among the deer of Nara and discover their connection with the city
  • Walk through the sacred forest of Kasuga Taisha among hundreds of lanterns
  • Discover the more peaceful side of Nara with a walk through historic Naramachi

Activity location

    • Nara
    • Nara, Nara, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒630-8215 奈良県奈良市西御門町 東向中町29 | We'll meet in front of Kintetsu Nara station. We will send you a photo of the exact meeting point before the sightseeing tour.
    • Nara, Nara, Japan

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Private Nara with a Local Guide: Temples, Deer, and Japanese Culture

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Price details
P 9,953.56 x 1 AdultP 9,953.56
Total
Price is P 9,953.56

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private guide in Spanish or English, depending on the language selected.
  • Inclusions
    Fully private sightseeing tour, just for your group.
  • Inclusions
    Meet your tour guide at your hotel in downtown Nara, JR Nara, or Kintetsu Nara.
  • Inclusions
    Admission ticket to the Great Buddha Hall of Tōdai-ji.
  • Inclusions
    Traditional cookies to feed the deer (shika senbei).
  • Inclusions
    Local recommendations for restaurants, shops, and special spots in Nara.
  • Inclusions
    Flexible itinerary, adapted as far as possible to the pace and interests of the group.
  • Inclusions
    Escort to the station or an agreed drop-off point at the end of the sightseeing tour.
  • Exclusions
    Transportation to and from Nara.
  • Exclusions
    Public transport, taxi, or other transportation that may be necessary during the sightseeing tour.
  • Exclusions
    Lunch, meals, and drinks.
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to monuments or attractions not specified as included.

What you can expect

  • Discover Nara in a relaxed and personal way, accompanied by a local guide. As this is a private tour, you can enjoy the city at your own pace, with time to learn about its history, take photographs, and discover details of Japanese culture that often go unnoticed.

    We'll start at the Todaiji Temple, one of Japan's most iconic landmarks. Admission to the Great Buddha Hall is included. Inside, we'll see the impressive bronze statue of the Great Buddha and learn about the importance of Nara as the ancient capital of Japan.

    Afterwards, we'll stroll through Nara Park, where the famous deer live freely and are part of the city's identity. You can get up close to them and feed them with the traditional deer biscuits included in the sightseeing tour. You'll also have time to take photos and enjoy the surroundings at your leisure.

    Next, we'll walk through the sacred forest that leads to Kasuga Taisha. We'll visit the free-admission areas of the shrine, surrounded by stone and bronze lanterns, while the tour guide shares its history, traditions, and spiritual significance.

    Finally, we'll head to the historic Naramachi district. If you like, we can stop for lunch at a local restaurant, and your tour guide can recommend options based on your preferences. Lunch is not included.

    Afterwards, we'll stroll through its quiet streets, among old merchant houses, small shops, and spots that retain Nara's traditional atmosphere.

    At the end of the sightseeing tour, your tour guide can accompany you on foot to the station or to an agreed-upon location in downtown Nara. As this is a private experience, the pace of the tour can be adapted as far as possible to your interests and needs.

Location

Activity location

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    • Nara
    • Nara, Nara, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 日本、〒630-8215 奈良県奈良市西御門町 東向中町29 | We'll meet in front of Kintetsu Nara station. We will send you a photo of the exact meeting point before the sightseeing tour.
    • Nara, Nara, Japan