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Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available

4.9(1,247)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1247 reviews4 h 30 minFree cancellationBy GuideMe Japan
Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available

About this activity

Nara becomes extremely crowded in the afternoon, making photos difficult. In our tour, we visit the main sites—Kofuku-ji, Todaiji, Nara Park, and Kasuga Grand Shrine—before the crowds arrive.

⬇︎PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY⬇︎

* Please arrive 10 minutes early. Late guests cannot be accepted and no refunds will be given.

* For the Kyoto/Osaka Station Pickup option: the one-way train fare to Nara is included. The return ticket is not included.

*This tour has up to 12 guests.

*In this tour, we will walk about 10,000 steps. (stairs and hills included)

*We will be using the public train (not a private vehicle) to go from Kyoto/Osaka to Nara which each takes around 1 hour.

* Tour duration:

　– Kyoto/Osaka Departure: 4.5 hours

　– Kintetsu Nara Station Meeting: 3.5 hours

Please provide a phone number that is reachable in Japan and on WhatsApp so that we have a smooth interaction before the tour date. Travel agents must enter the guest’s phone number, not the agency’s.

What's included

  • ✓Transportation Fee from Kyoto/Osaka to Nara (Only if you select the option)
  • ✓English-Speaking guide

Not included

  • ✕Food and Drinks
  • ✕Transportation Fee for returning from Nara to Kyoto/Osaka
  • ✕Todai-ji Temple

Meeting and pickup

  • Osaka Namba Station Pickup: This is Osaka NAMBA station pickup. Meet us at Tullys Kintetsu Namba Building store and Our guide will be waiting in front, holding a sign that says GuideMe Japan
  • Osaka Station Pickup: Osaka Station Central Gate, as soon as you exit the ticket gate there will be a big sign that says "Osaka Tourist Information Center". Our guide will be waiting in front, holding a sign that says GuideMe Japan
  • Kyoto Station Pickup: Kyoto Station Central Ticket Gate, the big gate of JR lines on ground floor, on the northern side of the station where Kyoto Tower is located. This is NOT the Shinkansen Central Gate.
  • Kintetsu Nara Meet Up: We will meet you at in front of the Gyoki Bosatsu statue near Exit 2 or East Exist of Kintetsu Nara Station. There should be a Lawson nearby and a 7-Eleven right across the street. Please do not go to JR NARA station. It takes about 10 minute walk to Kintetsu NARA station.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We will walk about 10,000 steps during this tour.
  • Not recommended for guests over 75.
  • Guests under the age of 6 cannot join.

Cancellation policy

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

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