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From Kyoto/Osaka to Nara: Sacred Deer & Great Buddha Day Tour

By YURAGI
Free cancellation available
Price is €256 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

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

Overview

Before Kyoto and Tokyo, there was Nara — Japan’s first permanent capital and home to some of the country’s oldest temples, traditions, and sacred sites.

Travel from Kyoto or Osaka with your guide by either private car with hotel pickup or public transport, depending on the option selected at booking. In Nara Park, meet the famous sacred deer that have been protected for centuries as messengers of the gods. Visit Todai-ji Temple to see the Great Buddha, one of the world’s largest bronze Buddha statues, and learn how Buddhism shaped ancient Japan. Walk through the lantern-lined paths of Kasuga Taisha Shrine and enjoy panoramic city views from Nigatsu-do Hall, known for its 1,270-year-old fire ceremony tradition.

Perfect for travellers wanting to experience Japan’s spiritual and historical roots in one day.

The itinerary is for reference only. As this is a private tour, the guide tailors the experience within the tour duration based on guests’ interests and requests.

Activity location

  • Nara Park
    • 469 Zoshicho,
    • 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Osaka Tourist Information Center
    • 1 1
    • 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Public_Transportation_Plan

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Public Transport: Transport costs during the tour are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately by guests.

Price details
€240.16 x 1 Adult€240.16
Paid at activity€15.66
Total
Price is €255.82
Until Mon, 1 Jun

PrivateCar_Transportation_Plan

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Car Transport: The luxury vehicle fee is included in the tour price.
Pickup included

Price details
€943.47 x 1 Adult€943.47
Paid at activity€15.66
Total
Price is €959.13
Until Mon, 1 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Photo opportunities throughout
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A Professional Local Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Luxury vehicle fee (for the private car transport plan)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Itinerary planning support
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport costs during the tour (for the public transport plan)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drink expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Todai-ji Daibutsuden admission fee(if guests wish to enter)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Kasuga Taisha Main Sanctuary special visit (if guests wish to enter)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Kasuga Taisha Museum admission (if guests wish to enter)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Kofuku-ji National Treasure Museum admission (if guests wish to enter)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Nara Park

  • 45m
Stroll through the peaceful park alongside Nara’s sacred deer while learning about their role in local beliefs and centuries of coexistence with the city. Enjoy memorable photo opportunities with guidance on respectful interaction.

Todai-ji Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall)

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the iconic Great Buddha Hall and admire one of Japan’s largest bronze Buddha statues. Learn why the Great Buddha was created as a national project and how Buddhism was connected to politics, society, and natural disasters in ancient Japan.

Nigatsu-do Temple

  • 20m
Enjoy panoramic views over Nara from the wooden terrace of Nigatsu-dō Hall. Discover the history of Omizutori and other long-standing prayer rituals while spending a peaceful moment away from the crowds.

Kasugataisha Shrine

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Walk through the shrine approach lined with stone lanterns and surrounded by ancient forest. Learn about the spiritual connection between the sacred deer and Kasuga faith traditions. Guests may also enter the main sanctuary area if desired.

Kofuku-ji Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Explore the historic temple grounds around the famous five-story pagoda and visit the National Treasure Museum to admire Buddhist masterpieces such as the Ashura statue. Learn about the expressive artistry and human-like emotions found in Buddhist sculpture.

Location

Activity location

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    Nara Park
    • 469 Zoshicho,
    • 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Osaka Tourist Information Center
    • 1 1
    • 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Kyoto Tower Building
    • 721-1 Higashishiokōjichō
    • 600-8216, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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