Nara Morning Tour: History, Deer, and Sake

Discover Nara’s charm with a private morning tour, feeding deer, exploring Todai-ji, and savoring sake before the crowds.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - Located in Nara, Kofuku-ji Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its iconic five-story pagoda, the second tallest in Japan, and its deep-rooted Buddhist traditions.
  • Todai-ji Temple - As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Todai-ji Temple stands as one of Japan’s most renowned landmarks. It houses the Great Buddha…
What's Included
  • Stunning professional photos will be taken during the tour
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Entrance Fees: Todai-ji Temple (800yen)
  • Deer Crackers for Feeding Deer
  • Passionate Local English-Speaking Guide
What's Not Included
  • Public Transportation Fare: Applicable only for departures from Kyoto.
  • Sake Tasting Fee: Applicable only to those who wish to participate.
Additional Information

Experience the highlights of Nara on an exclusive morning tour, avoiding the crowds at popular attractions! Interact with the charming deer, marvel at Japan’s largest Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple, and indulge in a sake tasting to savor local flavors. Discover Japan’s first capital in an enjoyable, leisurely, and efficient manner — ideal for a…

Location
Kintetsu-Nara Station
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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I5181ugjennyb
Feb 7, 2026
Shintoism, Buddhism and bowing deer - what a great day out! - We had an amazing day visiting Nara with our excellent guide Ikki. His English was perfect and he paced the trip brilliantly. We visited all the famous shrines and temples and of course couldn’t resist feeding the very tame and iconic deer. The train journey from Kyoto was smooth, easy and comfortable and we knew we were in very capable hands. We learned a lot about Japanese culture and would highly recommend!
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Marguerite_o
Jan 10, 2026
Phenomenal day in Nara! - Nara and the Temples were fantastic, fun and super interesting. Having said that the winning factor was our wonderful guide, Ikki. He made every step of the way even more enjoyable and exceeded all expectations!
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Marlowe_b
Dec 25, 2025
Loved Ikki and Nara - Absolutely incredible day with Ikki. Hes bright and so thorough. Learned a ton. Very efficient day and covered a LOT of ground. Recommend him highly.
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Marloweb2018
Dec 24, 2025
Ikki was extraordinary - We loved Ikki! He was efficient, and so well informed. Was a really great morning from stsrt to finish including getting around, sight seeing, an end w a saki tasting. He is so well spoken and knowledgeable about the tour and all questions about Kyoto and Nara. Hignly recommend him.
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Laurenmills2021
Dec 17, 2025
Wonderful day at Nara - We loved our Kyoto walking tour with Ikki-san so much that we booked the Nara tour with him for the following day, and I have zero regrets! This was an awesome way to see Nara, the shrines, temples, deer and sake tasting at the end. The whole family really enjoyed it - including my husband, 10 and 15 year olds. Listening to the history from Ikki was a pleasure and he took so many photos for us! Highly recommend this tour - it was a lot of fun. Thank you again, Ikki!
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261liinas
Dec 1, 2025
Nats Private tour - We did a tour to Nara with Ikki. He was great and shared some interesting facts and information about the sights! Would definitely recommend him!
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Robertlt8357xs
Nov 30, 2025
Effortless, Insightful, and Crowd-Free Day Trip to Nara - Our private tour of Nara with Ikki was excellent from start to finish. He met us right on time at Kyoto Station, and everything ran smoothly from there. In Nara, we consistently stayed ahead of the crowds, enjoyed great conversation, and visited all the key sites at a comfortable pace. The experience wrapped up with a high-quality sake tasting before returning to the station. Before parting ways, Ikki also shared thoughtful tips for the rest of our day, including a perfect stop in Uji on the way back. Polished, well-timed, and genuinely enjoyable.
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X7275qjjuanpabloc
Nov 26, 2025
Friends trip - Very good experience, took pictures with his own camera and shared them with good quality, knew very well the route and explained a bit of everything
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962juanpabloh
Nov 26, 2025
Private tour in Nara - Great tour very interesting and great spots. The tour guide had a lot of knowledge about the city and had very good recommendations on different things
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Marco_b
Nov 20, 2025
Amazing Nara Tour with Ikki – Truly Memorable - We had a fantastic tour of Nara with Ikki, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. He knew exactly where to find the deer, the best spots for photos, and how to avoid the crowds. Thanks to him, the experience felt effortless and incredibly enjoyable. It was also absolutely worth going early in the morning—the atmosphere was peaceful, the deer were calm, and the temples felt even more special at that hour. What impressed us most was how knowledgeable Ikki is. He explained the rich cultural and historical significance of Nara, the temples, and the sacred deer, giving us a much deeper appreciation of the entire experience. A smooth, informative, and unforgettable tour. We couldn’t recommend Ikki more!
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up to 8 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).