Nara City Highlights: Half-Day Guided Bicycle Tour
English
Itinerary
Duration: 10 minutes
Hidden location just south of Nara Park. Peaceful and gorgeous place for a photo spot at the beginning of the tour.
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Duration: 10 minutes
Watch the deer and enjoy the ride through Nara Park between each point of interest during the tour.
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Duration: 15 minutes
This gate leads to the Todaiji temple that lies within Nara Park. You can admire the two fierce guardians that protect the Great South Gate.
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Duration: 40 minutes
The biggest wood structure in the world and one of the most impressive temples in the country. You will admire the "Daibutsuden", the biggest bronze buddha statue in the country.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Visit one of the oldest knife companies in the country, and get an introduction to Japanese Cutlery, its culture, and its history. Possibility to buy knives on-site, with excellent prices for top-notch knife quality.
Duration: 30 minutes
Explore The shrine and its thousand lanterns. Learn about Shinto in general, and more specifically about the spirit of Kasuga, and the reason why the deer are sacred in this region.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour departs at 10 AM and typically finishes between 1 PM and 2 PM.
The tour includes the use of a top-notch quality cross bike, knowledgeable and bilingual local guides, admission fees, a deer cookie, and water refill.
Yes, this experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If the tour is canceled because the minimum number isn't met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
This experience requires good weather. If the tour is canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Experience the thrill of exploring one of Japan's most historic cities with our Amazing Nara City Highlights Tour! Join us on an unforgettable journey as we uncover the hidden gems of Nara, from the grandeur of Todaiji Temple, one of the largest wooden structures in the world, to the serene beauty of Kasuga Grand Shrine, home to a thousand lanterns. Get a taste of Nara's rich history as we visit a traditional Japanese knife manufacturer, Kikuichi, and learn about the ancient art of Japanese cutlery.
Take a leisurely ride through Nara Park, home to the famous Nara deers and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Sagi Pond, the perfect spot for a photo opportunity. Our knowledgeable and bilingual tour guides will make sure you have an informative and enjoyable experience, while riding on top-quality crossbike. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make the most of your time in Nara and book your tour today!
Use of bicycle Helmet and other bike gear All Fees and Taxes
Water refill (For sustainable tourism, we provide paper cups for our guests. You can also refill your own bottles at different spots)
What's not included
Any extra fees such as souvenir, extra food and drinks
We had the best day on our bike tour of Nara. Our guide Christophe was excellent, very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a great way to see Nara. We definitely recommend this tour. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan.
Jacqui A
December 2, 2025
Great full service. Deer were adorable, just listen to your guides instructions
Thank you Elodie fun a great and enjoyable experience. Your instructions on how to safely feed the deer were perfect! And thank you for helping me with arranging my next spot I had to make it to!
Adampr77
February 21, 2025
Jacqui A
December 2, 2025
We had a fantastic time on the bike tour of Nara
We had the best day on our bike tour of Nara. Our guide Christophe was excellent, very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a great way to see Nara. We definitely recommend this tour. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan.
Adampr77
February 21, 2025
Great full service. Deer were adorable, just listen to your guides instructions
Thank you Elodie fun a great and enjoyable experience. Your instructions on how to safely feed the deer were perfect! And thank you for helping me with arranging my next spot I had to make it to!
