Private Tour
Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a half-day tour of Nara’s rich heritage. Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and interact with the sacred wild deer of Nara Park, believed to be divine messengers for over 1,200 years.
Your tour starts with Kofuku-ji Temple, known for its five-story pagoda, then continues to Todai-ji Temple, where you’ll see the awe-inspiring Great Buddha statue. Your guide will share stories about these historic sites and Japanese Buddhism.
Next, enjoy panoramic views from Nigetsu-do Temple, and walk to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, famous for its lanterns and deer. After exploring Nara Park, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. End the tour with a visit to a traditional old town, contrasting modern Tokyo, and see a merchant’s house to experience Nara’s past.
This tour offers a unique mix of culture, nature, and history in Nara.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Deer Cracker
Local guide
Todai-ji Temple visitation fee
Interaction with wild deer
Kohfuku-ji Temple visitation fee
Private transportation
Lunch
What To Expect
Kofuku-ji Temple
The five-story pagoda and other beauty of the 1,300 year old temple.
Todai-ji Temple
Todaiji Temple is famous for the Great Buddha. Of course, the Daibutsu is very impressive, but there are many other attractions here that will fascinate you, such as the Nigatsudo Hall, which was built to lean out from the cliff.
Options
Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
From Osaka (G-567)
From Osaka (G-567): Travel to Nara from Osaka-Namba Station with your guide.(G-567)
From Kyoto (G-568)
From Kyoto - G-568: Travel to Nara from Kyoto Station with your guide.(G-568)
7h tour (G-566)
7h tour (G-566): The additional option includes deer interaction and a visit to a renowned Japanese garden in Nara.(G-566)
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Maki was a great guide ,...
Tim C,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Maki was a great guide , she was on time and handled all the organising. She knew all about the history , temple dimensions, age , etc
Thanks to our guide...
Suryanarayan C,
May 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Thanks to our guide Yoshi, we had a great time in Nara. Yoshi is a very interesting person. He is a senior marketing professional with extensive international experience in Europe. Upon returning to Japan, he has taken up occupation as a part time tour guide. Being a history buff, Yoshi was very knowledgeable of Japanese history, influence of Buddhist and Shinto religions etc. This was very relevant in Nara given its historical importance as the ancient capital of Japan. Nara is a very interesting place and I would definitely recommend a visit if your travel in Japan takes you to Kyoto and/or Osaka.
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