Nara private tour (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)

5.0 (16 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Sarusawa pond — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Deer park — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Nara was an ancient capital of Japan from 710 to 784. You'll explore peaceful shrines, Great buddha hall in Nara park and amazing Japanese garden called Isuien.

Nara has beautiful natural scenery, good traditional food, cultural and historical sites. Several historical sites have been resistered on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

One of the most exciting things is deer in the park. They are so tamed and cute.

Our professional friendly tour guide will show you the best route and some places that is hard to find for the first time visitors. Why don't you have a great day in Nara with us?　（ tour destination might be varied depending on the departure time of cruise ship or the port location)

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: ALL STAR OSAKA WALK

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour
Included: Hotel/port pickup
Included: Professional guide
Included: Lunch
Included: Drop-off at designated area

Not included

Not included: Transportation cost will be around 4,000JPY per person for public transportation.
Not included: Transportation cost will be from around 80,000JPY/party up to 8hrs for a private van
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase)
Not included: Insurance

Itinerary

Todai-ji Temple

one hour Admission included

This temple has the biggest wooden building in the world and is famous for a great Buddha statue. You'll be amazed by the size of them and feel peaceful atmosphere.
Kasuga Grand Shrine

one hour Admission included

Beautiful Shinto Shrine located walking distance of Todaiji temple. You'll see lovely deer roaming around the area.
Nara Park

30 min

Big park including Todaiji temple and Kasuga shrine. You can feed special crackers to deer.
Naramachi

1 h 30 min Admission included

Old town area. You will see old houses, shops and restaurants.

You visit a traditional old house and see the life style of Japanese people. Sake tasting is available in Sake shop.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Alexander Namba
Natural Hot Spring Midosuji Hotel
Swissotel Nankai Osaka
OYO 644 Hotel Art Inn Namba
Kuromon Crystal Hotel
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka-Namba
Hotel Liberal -Adults Only
The OneFive Osaka Namba-Kuromon
Hotel Dans Le Coeur Osaka Umeda
Hotel and Spa Atlantis -Adults Only
Toyoko Inn Osaka Nippombashi Bunraku Gekijo Mae
Red Roof Inn & Suites Osaka Namba Nippombashi

and 623 more pickup points

If you wan to meet guide at port:

Give us your ship name and clarify port name:

Kobe Port Terminal, Nakatottei Cruise Terminal in Kobe or Tempozan Osaka Cruise Terminal

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship