Embark on a private tour of Nara’s temples, gardens, and sacred deer with a licensed guide. Discover the religious history of Japan and explore the beauty of this quiet area.
Embark on a private tour of Nara’s temples, gardens, and sacred deer with a licensed guide. Discover the religious history of Japan and explore the beauty of this quiet area.
- Todai-ji Temple - Home to a 15 meter tall Buddha
- Mount Wakakusa - A beautiful small grassy mountain with view of Nara
- Naramachi - The former merchant district of Nara, where several traditional residential buildings and warehouses are preserved and open to the public
- Kofuku-ji Temple - This temple features several buildings of…
- Todai-ji Temple - Home to a 15 meter tall Buddha
- Mount Wakakusa - A beautiful small grassy mountain with view of Nara
- Naramachi - The former merchant district of Nara, where several traditional residential buildings and warehouses are preserved and open to the public
- Kofuku-ji Temple - This temple features several buildings of great historic value, including a five-storied pagoda and a three-storied pagoda
- Yakushi-ji Temple - One of Japan’s oldest temples, Yakushiji has a strictly symmetric layout, with the main hall and lecture hall standing on a central axis, flanked by two pagodas.
- Nara National Museum - An art museum which displays Japanese Buddhist art
- Isuien Garden - A garden founded on water
- Yoshikien - A garden with three unique gardens within: a pond garden, a moss garden and a tea ceremony garden
- Nara Park - A lovely park with many deer that may bow to you!

- Private vehicle
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from ‘What to expect’ list
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Private vehicle
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from ‘What to expect’ list
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
- Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Are you a fan of temples and gardens? If so, Nara is the perfect destination for you! Located near Osaka and Kyoto, this serene area is brimming with beauty…and deer! Why are there so many deer in Nara? These deer are considered heavenly messengers, granting them freedom throughout the city, which is rich in religious significance. Discover Japan’s…
Are you a fan of temples and gardens? If so, Nara is the perfect destination for you! Located near Osaka and Kyoto, this serene area is brimming with beauty…and deer! Why are there so many deer in Nara? These deer are considered heavenly messengers, granting them freedom throughout the city, which is rich in religious significance. Discover Japan’s temples and religious history in Nara!
Once your reservation is confirmed, a guide will reach out to help plan your customized tour. Select 4 to 5 locations from the ‘Tour Details’ to explore. Unsure of where to go? Request recommendations from the guide. We look forward to guiding you soon!
Each tour accommodates a maximum of 7 participants.
- Only one reservation per group allowed. You cannot combine multiple reservations into one group.
- There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.