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

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

By Japan Experiences and Tours Company

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
10h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

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

Activity location

Nara Park
- 469 Zoshicho,
- 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tempozan - Osaka Cruise Terminal
- 8 11
- 552-0021, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Shore excursion: Full Day Private Nara Tour From Osaka/Kobe Port

10h
English

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

RM 1,973.82 x 1 TravellerRM 1,973.82

Total

Until Wed, 8 Apr

Transport for 8 pax included

10h
English

Hired 10 seats Van
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

RM 7,653.58 x 1 TravellerRM 7,653.58

Total

Until Wed, 8 Apr

Transport for 12 pax included

10h
English

Hired 14 Seats Van
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

RM 9,264.86 x 1 TravellerRM 9,264.86

Total

Until Wed, 8 Apr

Transport for 5 pax included

10h
English

Hired 7 Seats Van
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

RM 6,646.53 x 1 TravellerRM 6,646.53

Total

Until Wed, 8 Apr

What's included, what's not

Transportation cost is NOT included. Please carefully review the exclusions listed below.
Entrance fee
Tour management, Tour guiding, Driver arrangement of pick up and drop off
Transportation(cash): up to 5 travelers:¥120,000, up to 8 travellers: ¥140,000

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Nara Park

1h

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

1h
Admission ticket 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

2h
Admission ticket 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

1h
Admission ticket 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.

Location

Activity location

Nara Park
- 469 Zoshicho,
- 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tempozan - Osaka Cruise Terminal
- 8 11
- 552-0021, Osaka, Osaka, Japan
Port of Kobe
- 5 Chome
- 650-0045, 5 Chome, Japan

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