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Nara Half Day Small Group Tour from Kyoto

Kyoto, Japanby Tourist Japan

  • 5.3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 20 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Experience Nara’s timeless beauty on this half-day small-group tour from Kyoto, perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike. Begin your day with a seamless ride from Kyoto to Nara, offering convenient access to the city's famous temples, shrines, and deer park. Marvel at the awe-inspiring Great Buddha inside Todai-ji Temple, one of the largest bronze statues in the world. Stroll through Nara Park, where deer roam freely, offering magical photo opportunities and a peaceful connection with nature. Finish your day with a convenient drop off in Kyoto. Looking for an immersive introduction to Nara’s sacred sites, rich history, and natural charm? Don’t miss this short but unforgettable Nara experience, where you’ll have a chance to commune with the city’s past and nature in ways that every traveler dreams!

What's included

  • Hand-picked expert tour guide
  • All Transportation
  • Meals & drinks
  • Entrance fees will be paid directly at the entrance to the attractions
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    45 min

    12:50 - Depart from Kyoto and head to Nara

  2. 2

    Todai-ji Temple

    2 hours

    Arrive in Nara. Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha

  3. 3

    Nara Park

    2.3 hours

    Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    Pass by

    18:00 - The tour ends in Kyoto

  5. 5

    Osaka Station City

    Pass by

    18:00 - The tour ends in Osaka - the return to Osaka will be by train

Meeting and pickup

Meet your guide at the Great Red Torii Gate at Fushimi Inari Shrine. The Great Torii Gate is located in front of the INARI Station. Your guide will have our orange company banner sign.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour begins only in Kyoto and ends in either Kyoto (by bus) or Osaka (via train - train ticket included)
  • While we aim to visit all scheduled locations, some sites are subject to availability due to weather or other factors. In such cases, we will visit alternative sites or adjust the order of the itinerary

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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