Enjoy a relaxing afternoon trip from Kyoto to Nara, where you’ll visit the famous Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine and meet the friendly deer in Nara Park. Travel in comfort with an English-speaking guide and take in Japan’s rich history and natural beauty.
Take a peaceful afternoon trip to Nara and explore some of Japan’s most special places. This tour includes visits to Todai-ji Temple, where you’ll see the giant Great Buddha statue, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, known for its lovely lanterns and quiet beauty. A professional English-speaking guide will be with you to share interesting facts and make the experience easy to enjoy.
You’ll also walk through Nara Park, where friendly deer walk freely and often come close to visitors. The tour also includes a special area of Kasuga Taisha Shrine with old wooden gates, hanging lanterns, and views of an untouched ancient forest. As you travel from Kyoto, enjoy the peaceful countryside scenery along the way.
English-speaking licensed guide
Entry to Todai-ji Temple
Round-trip travel by bus
Tax and service charges
Meals and drinks
Personal expenses
The tour ends at Kyoto Avanti, across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit.
Your e-voucher will be emailed. Please show it at the meeting location.
Itinerary and arrival times may change due to traffic or crowd levels.
Children aged 5 and under can join for free but will not have a bus seat or meal. Book under the child rate if these are needed.
An English-speaking licensed guide will lead the tour. Drivers do not provide guiding services.
Please check in at the Sunrise Tours Desk in Kyoto Avanti B1F by 13:20.
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Please check in at the Sunrise Tours Desk inside Avanti (B1 floor), just across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit. Make sure to arrive on time so the tour can start smoothly.
See the giant Great Buddha statue inside Todai-ji Temple, one of Japan’s most famous landmarks. Then, take a peaceful walk through Nara Park, where friendly deer roam freely.
Explore the beautiful grounds of Kasuga Taisha Shrine. From January 2025, the tour includes a special visit area with old wooden gates, hanging lanterns, and views of a forest untouched for over 1,000 years.
Visit a local shop for souvenirs and snacks. Please note this stop may be skipped if the shop is closed or if there are delays.
After the visit, the bus will take you back to Kyoto. The tour finishes in front of Kyoto Avanti, near Kyoto Station.
