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Private Nara Tour and Sake Tasting (Departing from Kyoto/Nara)

5.0(53 reviews)
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Description

Discover the best of Nara on our PRIVATE morning tour, before the popular spots get crowded! Meet the friendly deer, admire Japan’s largest Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple, and enjoy a sake tasting to experience local flavors. Explore Japan’s first capital in a fun, relaxed, and efficient way — perfect for a half-day trip from Kyoto or Osaka!

Highlights

  • New Product
  • Half-day Tours
  • City Tours
  • Short term availability
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Additional fees
  • Private Sightseeing Tours
  • Involves Animals
  • Excellent Quality
  • Public Transportation Tours

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Entrance Fees: Todai-ji Temple (800yen)
  • Passionate Local English-Speaking Guide
  • Professional Photos will be Taken During the Tour/Experience!

Not included

  • Public Transportation Fare: Applicable only for departures from Kyoto.
  • Sake Tasting Fee: Applicable only to those who wish to participate.

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Kofuku-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Nara, is r

    Kofuku-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Nara, is renowned for its iconic five-story pagoda, the second tallest in Japan, and its rich Buddhist heritage.

    15 min
  2. 2

    Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of Jap

    Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. It is home to the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in the world, and its massive wooden hall, the Daibutsuden, is the largest wooden structure of its kind. A symbol of Nara's rich history, the temple offers a profound cultural and spiritual experience.

    30 minAdmission included
  3. 3

    Niigatsudo, part of Todai-ji Temple, offers stunning views o

    Niigatsudo, part of Todai-ji Temple, offers stunning views of Nara and is famous for its Omizutori ceremony, held every March. This ancient tradition, over 1,200 years old, marks the arrival of spring with torch-lit rituals.

    15 min
  4. 4

    Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine loc

    Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located on the eastern side of Nara Park, near Todai-ji Temple. Founded in 749, it was built to enshrine Hachiman, the guardian deity of Todai-ji and its Great Buddha. The shrine has long been associated with samurai and warriors, as Hachiman is considered the god of war and protection. Surrounded by nature, it offers a peaceful atmosphere and is especially beautiful during autumn when the leaves change color.

    15 min
  5. 5

    Nara Park is a beautiful, expansive park famous for its frie

    Nara Park is a beautiful, expansive park famous for its friendly, free-roaming deer. Visitors can enjoy the unique experience of feeding these gentle animals, making it a memorable part of your visit to Nara.

    20 min
  6. 6

    Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one o

    Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of Nara's most important Shinto shrines. Known for its hundreds of stone and bronze lanterns, the shrine is dedicated to the deity of the Fujiwara clan and is a peaceful, spiritual site surrounded by lush forest.

    30 min
  7. 7

    (For those interested, sake tasting is available for 700 yen

    (For those interested, sake tasting is available for 700 yen)Harushika Brewery is renowned for producing high-quality sake using traditional methods. Known for its rich, smooth flavor, Harushika sake is crafted from locally grown rice and pure mountain water, offering a true taste of Nara's brewing heritage.

    30 min

Meeting point

This tour can begin at Kintetsu-Nara Station. If you are staying in Osaka or Nara, we recommend starting here. Your guide will be waiting right in front of the large statue of Gyoki-bosatsu, just outside the station, holding a board with the OTAKU hopper logo.

Useful information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour duration depends on the departure point—around 6 hours from Kyoto and about 4 hours from Nara. If you opt for the sake tasting, please allow an extra 30 minutes.
  • This tour is designed as a WALKING experience, using public transportation and plenty of time on foot to explore Nara.
  • If you are late for the meeting time, you will not be able to join the tour or receive a refund.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • The tour concludes at Kintetsu Nara Station. From there, participants are free to continue sightseeing in Nara or enjoy lunch in the area. For those who wish to return to Kyoto immediately, the guide can accompany you back—simply let them know!

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Bambino0-12 anni
    15,000
  • Adulto13-70 anni
    15,000

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Available options

  • Pick up at Kyoto Station

    Duration: 6 hours: Our private tour offers a personalized experience with flexible schedules and relaxing breaks, letting you enjoy every moment Starting point: Kyoto Station, Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan

  • Meet at Kintetsu Nara Station

    Duration: 4 hours: Our private tour offers a personalized experience with flexible schedules and relaxing breaks, letting you enjoy every moment Starting point: Kintetsu-Nara Station, Japan, 630-8215 Nara, Nishimikadochō, 東向中町29

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