New UNESCO Asuka Heritage and Horyu Ji Highlights Private Tour
Nara, Japanby gotcha
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
・All-Inclusive Value: Admission fees to all historic sites, an authentic local lunch, and traditional Japanese sweets are all included—no hidden on-site costs. ・Exclusive Dual-Staff Comfort: Relax in a premium van while your driver handles navigation and your dedicated guide brings ancient Japanese history to life. Visual & Archaeological Marvels: Begin early at the visually striking octagonal Kengoshizuka Tomb, followed by the immersive Kitora Tomb Experience Hall (Shishin no Yakata). ・Ancient Megaliths & Japan’s Oldest Buddha: Stand before the massive stone structure of Ishibutai Tomb and meet Japan’s oldest dated Buddha statue at Asuka-dera Temple. World Heritage Classic: ・Explore the timeless grandeur of Horyu-ji Temple, home to the world’s oldest surviving wooden structures and priceless treasures like the Kudara Kannon. ・Relaxing Tea & Sweets Break: Conclude your journey with traditional Japanese tea and seasonal sweets at a charming cafe near Horyu-ji.
What's included
- Authentic local lunch and afternoon Japanese tea and sweets
- Private luxury van with hotel pick-up and drop-off
- English-speaking local guide (Separate from driver)
- Dinner
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- 1
Kengoshizuka Tumulus
1 hour
Start your day at this unique octagonal burial mound, famous for its distinct cut-stone architecture and stunning visual appearance in the morning light.
- 2
Kitora Tomb Hekiga Taikenkan Shijin no Yakata
1 hour
(New UNESCO Site) Step inside this interactive museum to discover the sacred four-guardian murals and ancient astrological ceiling charts of the 7th-to-8th-century tomb.
- 3
Asuka-mura
1 hour
Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local specialties at a cozy restaurant nestled in the countryside of Asuka. *Included in price
- 4
Ishibutai Tomb
30 min
Marvel at the impressive megalithic stone chamber of Ishibutai.
- 5
Asuka-dera Temple
30 min
Visit Asuka-dera Temple to view the magnificent Asuka Daibutsu (Japan’s oldest Buddha).
- 6
Horyu-ji Temple
1 hour
Travel to Horyu-ji to explore its awe-inspiring complex, including the Five-Story Pagoda, Main Hall (Kondo), and the world-renowned Kudara Kannon statue inside the Gallery of Temple Treasures. Then, unwind after walking through history with a peaceful break enjoying authentic Japanese green tea and traditional sweets near the gates of Horyu-ji.
Meeting and pickup
We offer hotel pick-up and drop-off to any hotel in the Nara, Kyoto, and Osaka areas.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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