Immerse yourself in the history and culture of ancient Nara on the Nara Todaiji Lazy Bird Tour. Visit the impressive Todai-ji Temple, interact with semi-wild deer in the deer park, and enjoy local sake and food at a traditional Izakaya. A laid-back and immersive experience in the heart of Japan.
Immerse yourself in the history and culture of ancient Nara on the Nara Todaiji Lazy Bird Tour. Visit the impressive Todai-ji Temple, interact with semi-wild deer in the deer park, and enjoy local sake and food at a traditional Izakaya. A laid-back and immersive experience in the heart of Japan.
- Nara Park - In Nara, visitors can witness hundreds of deer wandering freely. These deer often follow tourists, hoping to be fed deer crackers. There will be ample time to interact with them and capture some unforgettable photos.
- Nigatsu-do Temple - Nigatsu-do Hall, featuring a wooden terrace and lanterns hanging from the roof, provides a…
- Nara Park - In Nara, visitors can witness hundreds of deer wandering freely. These deer often follow tourists, hoping to be fed deer crackers. There will be ample time to interact with them and capture some unforgettable photos.
- Nigatsu-do Temple - Nigatsu-do Hall, featuring a wooden terrace and lanterns hanging from the roof, provides a stunning backdrop for photographs. Few tourists venture to this spot, which offers a panoramic view of Nara city.
- Hokke-do - Hokke-do Hall is reputed to be the oldest structure on the Todaiji Temple grounds. It houses many ancient Buddhist statue masterpieces from the 8th century, crafted in a uniquely distinctive style.
- Daibutsuden - After navigating through the freely roaming deer along the lengthy approach, visitors will finally arrive at the Great Buddha Hall. Its immense size, as the world’s largest wooden building, is truly impressive. It reflects the temple’s significant influence in the 8th century.
- Kasuga Grand Shrine - Enjoy a leisurely walk through the serene forest surrounding Kasuga Grand Shrine. The vibrant vermillion buildings, ancient stone lanterns, and hanging lanterns create a picturesque setting. Visitors can also delight in spotting deer peeking out from behind the lanterns.
- Kofuku-ji Temple - The five-storied pagoda of this temple, constructed approximately 600 years ago, is built from thick logs joined together in a magnificent and dynamic manner.
- Guide fee included
- Guide fee included
- Admission fees
- Drink and Food
- Public Transportation fare
- Admission fees
- Drink and Food
- Public Transportation fare
Nara, an ancient capital that predates even Kyoto, is convenient to visit by train from either Osaka or Kyoto. The colossal Main Hall of Todai-ji Temple houses the majestic Great Buddha, and the deer park offers chances to interact with semi-wild deer by feeding them crackers. The atmosphere in Nara is more relaxed and quiet than Kyoto, with less…
Nara, an ancient capital that predates even Kyoto, is convenient to visit by train from either Osaka or Kyoto. The colossal Main Hall of Todai-ji Temple houses the majestic Great Buddha, and the deer park offers chances to interact with semi-wild deer by feeding them crackers. The atmosphere in Nara is more relaxed and quiet than Kyoto, with less tourist traffic. Take a relaxing walk through the expansive temple premises and back into the city where the tour includes a traditional Izakaya standing bar, offering local sake and food. An excellent choice for a relaxed afternoon!
- Animals or pets allowed
- Infant seats unavailable
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- comfortable shoes for walking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
