Nara Day Trip from Osaka with a Licensed Guide

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About this activity

Nara is an ancient capital city in Japan and offers a very traditional atmosphere which is different from Kyoto or Tokyo. This city is a very popular destination as an area where you can go on a day trip from Kyoto and Osaka. This tour is led by a National Licensed Guide Interpreter. This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests! This tour is great for any types of travelers , such as adventure seekers, families with children, etc.

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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: 1–8
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: MY Travel Consulting

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup
Included: Public transportation fee
Included: Admission fee
Included: National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.

Not included

Not included: Lunch: apx. 10-20 USD per person
Not included: Personal Expenses

Itinerary

Stop 1

2 hours Admission included

We will take a train to Nara at Osaka station after meeting a guide at your hotel in Osaka.
Stop 2

one hour

Nara Park is one of the most famous areas in Nara City. The vast area covers 660 hectares and is renowned for its free-roaming deer and world famous temples. You can buy special crackers and feed the deer.
Todai-ji Temple Nandai Gate

30 min

The 25-meter-high structure is one of the largest temple gates in Japan. There are guardian kings standing in dark alcoves on both sides of the gate.
Todai-ji Temple

1 h 30 min Admission included

Todaiji is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples of Japan. The temple was built in 752 as the head temple of all Buddhist temples in Japan and became so powerful.
Kasuga Grand Shrine

2 hours Admission included

Kasuga Taisha is considered one of the most sacred shrines in all of Japan. As a place where numerous gods are enshrined, it attracts both locals and tourists seeking an iconic Shinto experience.
Isuien Garden

30 min Admission included

Isuien Garden is a beautiful Japanese garden located in Nara. It is known for its shakkei (borrowed scenery) technique, where the surrounding natural landscape, including Mt. Wakakusa, is seamlessly incorporated into the garden’s design.

This garden closes every Tuesdays, so we go to Yoshiki-en Garden if you book this tour on Tuesday.

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
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
Cinnamon Hotel

and 485 more pickup points

The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby with your name sign.

Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Using your ticket

Please show the ticket to the guide when you meet.

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

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.

Options

Calligraphy Workshop

Calligraphy Workshop: This option includes a Japanese calligraphy lesson

Pickup included
Nara Day Trip from Osaka with a Licensed Guide

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