Nara Full-Day Tour
A journey into Japan’s first capital, sacred forests, and timeless traditions.
Service Description
Experience a full-day tour to Nara, the first permanent capital of Japan and one of the country’s most important cultural centers. This tour combines historic temples, spiritual sites, and traditional districts into a varied day experience. We explore the charming old town district of Naramachi with its well-preserved merchant houses and gain insights into life in past times. Afterwards, we visit Kasuga Taisha, famous for its numerous stone and bronze lanterns, as well as the impressive Tōdai-ji, which houses the largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan. A walk through the spacious Nara Park completes the tour. Here, we encounter the freely roaming deer, which have been revered as sacred and have symbolized the city for centuries. During the tour, you will learn more about the beginnings of Japanese Buddhism, the religious significance of Nara, and fascinating stories from everyday Japanese life. This full-day tour is ideal for guests who want to experience Japan’s history and spirituality in its original form.
