Shore Excursion: Full Day Private Nara Tour from Osaka /Kobe port

5.0 (10 reviews) 6–10 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Exclusively designed for cruise travelers docking in Kobe or Osaka, this customizable Nara tour takes you to iconic sights like Kofuku-ji Temple, Todaiji Temple, and the famous Nara Deer Park. Perfect for families and culture seekers, it offers a seamless, stress-free day with insider knowledge, sacred shrines like Kasuga Taisha, and unforgettable encounters with friendly deer—all while ensuring timely return to your ship

Tour itinerary is designed based on hiring a car/van for 10 hours (Please carefully check the Inclusions & exclusions and the booking and payment options) to provide ample time to visit Nara's most iconic cultural & historic landmarks, ensuring a comprehensive experience of the city's rich heritage.

Itinerary (Customizable):

08:00 Meeting at Osaka or Kobe port (depending on your cruise ship dock time)

09:30 Kofuku-ji Temple

11:00 Nara Deer Park

12:00 Lunch Break

13:30 Todaiji Temple

15:00 Kasuga Taisha Shrine

16:00 Back to the Port

18:00 Drop off at the port

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At a glance

Duration: 6–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Arabic, English, Spanish
Operated by: Japan Experiences and Tours Company

What is included

Included

Included: Transportation cost is NOT included. Please carefully review the exclusions listed below.
Included: Entrance fee
Included: Tour management, Tour guiding, Driver arrangement of pick up and drop off

Not included

Not included: Transportation(cash): up to 5 travelers:¥120,000, up to 8 travellers: ¥140,000

Itinerary

Nara Park

one hour

Nara Park is famous for its hundreds of freely roaming sika deer, considered sacred and protected as national treasures. These friendly deer often approach visitors, especially if offered special deer crackers (shika senbei) sold throughout the park. The peaceful coexistence of wildlife, historic temples, and lush greenery makes it a uniquely charming experience.
Kofuku-ji Temple

one hour Admission included

A historic Buddhist temple in Nara, once the powerful family temple of the influential Fujiwara clan. Known for its striking Five-Story Pagoda (one of Japan's tallest) and elegant Eastern Golden Hall, the temple showcases exquisite examples of Nara-period architecture. As part of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara" UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kōfuku-ji offers a serene atmosphere near Nara Park.
Todai-ji Temple

2 hours Admission included

Todaiji Temple in Nara is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples, known for housing the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), one of the largest bronze statues of Buddha in the world. Originally built in the 8th century, the temple served as the head of all provincial Buddhist temples in Japan. Surrounded by beautiful parkland and friendly deer, Todaiji offers a serene and culturally rich experience.
Kasuga Grand Shrine

one hour Admission included

Kasuga Taisha Shrine is Nara’s most celebrated Shinto shrine, famous for its hundreds of bronze and stone lanterns that line the pathways and hang throughout the grounds. Founded in 768 AD, the shrine is dedicated to the deity responsible for the protection of the city. Nestled within a tranquil forest, it offers a spiritual atmosphere and a glimpse into traditional Japanese architecture and customs.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.
Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.

End point

Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.
Your driver will be waiting exactly at the passenger exit of the cruise port, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

If your required pick-up location is not the cruise port, please specify in advance, and we’ll gladly accommodate your request.