Explore Nara Park on a comfortable English-guided sightseeing bus. Visit Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and enjoy panoramic city views from Mt. Wakakusa while interacting with Nara’s famous deer.
The tour begins at JR Nara Station, East Exit. Please gather at the designated bus stop in advance to ensure a smooth departure. After boarding, relax in your seat as the bus heads toward Nara Park.
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406-1 Zōshichō, Nara
Duration: 70 minutes
Your first stop is Todaiji Temple, home to the iconic Great Buddha. Enter through the massive Nandaimon Gate and continue to the Great Buddha Hall, where your English-speaking guide will explain the history and cultural importance of this landmark.
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160 Kasuganochō, Nara
Duration: 60 minutes
Next, visit the main shrine of Kasuga Taisha, surrounded by a peaceful forest setting. During your time here, you can explore the sacred grounds and enjoy a unique experience by drawing a deer fortune available in English.
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Zōshichō, Nara
Sit back and enjoy a calm drive along the Nara Okuyama Driveway. This route offers views of forested hills and quiet natural scenery as the bus travels toward Mt. Wakakusa.
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Zōshichō, Nara
Duration: 40 minutes
At the summit of Mt. Wakakusa, take in wide views of Nara City from the grassy mountaintop. You will also receive deer crackers, giving you time to interact with the local deer in a natural setting.
After descending via the Nara Okuyama Driveway, the bus returns to the city. Guests may choose their preferred drop-off point based on their plans.
16:20 Kofukuji Temple (Kenchomae bus stop, optional drop-off)
16:25 Kintetsu Nara Station
16:30 JR Nara Station
16:40 Nara Convention Center
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour may be canceled or adjusted if weather or road conditions are considered unsafe.
Yes, all temple and shrine admission and viewing fees listed in the itinerary are included.
The tour departs from JR Nara Station (East Exit) at the designated bus stop.
It is our first time going Nara and we decided to book a half day trip with a guide. We were glad to be assigned to Masako as our English guide. We learnt more than just reading signs and our session was interactive and informative. For our deer feeding experience, she was also considerate to give us the deer crackers at the base of Mt Wakakusa so that we are not against too many hungry deers 😂. We will definitely consider other tours when we are visiting Japan again.
Joycelyn S
February 8, 2026
Family trip
Masako was truly an amazing guide and very informative. Very helpful with the kids and made the trip very enjoyable . Thanks
Karth Sree
December 26, 2025
Joycelyn S
February 8, 2026
Fuss free, informative experience
It is our first time going Nara and we decided to book a half day trip with a guide. We were glad to be assigned to Masako as our English guide. We learnt more than just reading signs and our session was interactive and informative. For our deer feeding experience, she was also considerate to give us the deer crackers at the base of Mt Wakakusa so that we are not against too many hungry deers 😂. We will definitely consider other tours when we are visiting Japan again.
Karth Sree
December 26, 2025
Family trip
Masako was truly an amazing guide and very informative. Very helpful with the kids and made the trip very enjoyable . Thanks
