Description

Nara becomes extremely crowded in the afternoon, making photos difficult. In our tour, we visit the main sites—Kofuku-ji, Todaiji, Nara Park, and Kasuga Grand Shrine—before the crowds arrive.

⬇︎PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY⬇︎

* Please arrive 10 minutes early. Late guests cannot be accepted and no refunds will be given.

* For the Kyoto/Osaka Station Pickup option: the one-way train fare to Nara is included. The return ticket is not included.

*This tour has up to 12 guests.

*In this tour, we will walk about 10,000 steps. (stairs and hills included)

*We will be using the public train (not a private vehicle) to go from Kyoto/Osaka to Nara which each takes around 1 hour.

* Tour duration:
　– Kyoto/Osaka Departure: 4.5 hours
　– Kintetsu Nara Station Meeting: 3.5 hours

Please provide a phone number that is reachable in Japan and on WhatsApp so that we have a smooth interaction before the tour date. Travel agents must enter the guest’s phone number, not the agency’s.

Rates & Schedule

Kintetsu Nara Station Meet Up

Start times: 08:30 ~, 10:30 ~
Participants: Adult (18 - 75), Child (6 - 17) · 1–10 guests per booking

Adult: (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 12,500
(5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 11,000
Child: (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 12,500
(5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 11,000

Kyoto Station Pickup

Start times: 07:05 ~, 09:10 ~
Participants: Adult (18 - 75), Child (6 - 17) · 1–10 guests per booking

Adult: (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 14,000
(5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 12,000
Child: (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 14,000
(5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 12,000

Osaka Station Pickup

Start times: 07:10 ~
Participants: Adult (18 - 75), Child (6 - 17) · 1–10 guests per booking

Adult: (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 14,500
(5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 12,500
Child: (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 14,500
(5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 12,500

What's included?

English-Speaking guide
Transportation Fee from Kyoto/Osaka to Nara (Only if you select the option)

Exclusions

Food and Drinks
Transportation Fee for returning from Nara to Kyoto/Osaka
Todai-ji Temple

Please note

Public transportation nearby

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
We will walk about 10,000 steps during this tour.
Not recommended for guests over 75.
Guests under the age of 6 cannot join.

Cancellation policy

Standard Viator policy

Advanced

We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day(s) or less before the event
No cancellation fee applies if booking is cancelled more than 1 day(s) before the event

More Info

Activity Type

Day tour or activity

Booking in advance

Cut off: 1 day(s)

Duration

4 hours and 30 minutes

Difficulty

Moderate

Know before you go

Minimum age of participants is: 6

Area

Nara

Time

Morning

Experience

Sightseeing Walk, Temples & Shrines

Live tour guide

Guided: English

Itinerary

1

Meeting Point

You can start this experience at the following places. Please note that the meeting point may be subject to minor changes. We will contact you via WhatsApp, phone, or other means after your booking is confirmed.

行基菩薩像

630-8215 Nara Nara

2

Kofuku-ji Temple was established in Nara at the same time as the capital in 710. It is famous for it's five-storied pagoda, the second tallest wooden pagoda in Japan just seven meters shorter than the five-storied pagoda at Kyoto's Toji Temple. See this temple for yourself at sunrise!

48 Noboriojicho, 630-8213 Nara

3

Ukimido is a hexagonal wooden gazebo "floating" over the Sagiike Pond in the Nara Park near Kasuga Taisha Shrine. It's a beautiful resting spot, very refreshing to go early in the morning.

630-8301

4

Nara Park is home to thousands of wild deers. These deers are considered to be sacred because it's said that one of the 4 gods in Kasuga Shrine rode the deer to Nara. The cute thing about these deers is that they bow at you when you feed them! It's an experience that everyone should try!

469 Zoshicho, , 630-8501 Nara

5

Todaiji Temple is famous for its Great Buddha Statue, the biggest Buddha statue in Japan. Until recently, this temple's man hall was the world's largest wooden building. It looks beautiful but once you know the history to why it was built and it's historical significance, you will be shocked!

406-1 Zoushi-cho, , 630-8587 Nara

6

Kasuga Grand Shrine is famous for it's lanterns, which have been donated by worshippers. There are approximately 3000 stone and bronze lanterns, standing as one of Japan's most historical shrines. It holds significance as the sacred grounds that inspired the presence of deer in Nara Park.

160 Kasuganocho, 630-8212 Nara

7

Enjoy the beauty of the traditional Japanese garden.

101 Kasuganocho, 630-8212 Nara

Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available)