9-Hour Nara Tour from Osaka with Nara Park and Todai ji Temple
Highlights
Osaka, Nara
nature, religious, sightseeing
Private Tour
9 Hours
Medium
English, Japanese
Description
Discover the cultural treasures of Nara on this 9 hours private trip from Osaka. Visit Nara Park to meet freely roaming deer, explore Todai ji Temple including Nigatsudo and Sangatsudo halls, and admire the lantern lined paths of Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Stroll through the historic streets of Naramachi, see the serene Ukimido Pavilion and taste traditional mochi. Enjoy insightful stories from your expert guide throughout this immersive journey into Japan ancient heritage.
Itinerary
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9-Hour Nara Trip from Osaka with Native Expert
- Meet your guide at your hotel in Osaka City and travel by train from Osaka Station or Namba Station to Nara, enjoying a comfortable journey of approximately one hour.
- Explore Nara Park, home to around 1500 freely roaming deer, and enjoy time to observe and feed them.
- Visit Tōdai-ji and admire its impressive halls, including the Great Buddha Hall.
- Discover Nigatsudo Hall and enjoy stunning panoramic views over the Nara Basin.
- Explore Sangatsudo Hall, recognised as the oldest building within Todai ji Temple grounds.
- Enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, such as a popular Nara ramen spot or another recommended venue based on your preferences.
- Visit Ukimidō, the serene floating pavilion set over the pond.
- Walk through Kasuga Taisha, a UNESCO World Heritage shrine famous for its rows of stone and bronze lanterns.
- Explore Naramachi, the charming old merchant district with traditional wooden houses and quiet lanes.
- Visit a traditional renovated house museum, a sake brewery, or both depending on your interests and time.
- Stop at Nakatanidō to taste freshly made mochi, or enjoy other traditional Japanese sweets if it is closed.
- Return by train to Osaka and conclude the tour at Osaka Station or Namba Station, or another preferred location.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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