Nara Hidden Gems: Deer, Tsubosaka-dera, Kasuga & Naramachi

Discover Nara's hidden gems on a private tour with hotel pickup from Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, or Nara. Visit Deer Park, Tsubosakadera Temple, hike Mount Kasuga, and explore Naramachi and Yoshikien Garden.
Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup from Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, or Nara. Travel comfortably with your professional guide, who will share stories about the history, traditions, and culture of each destination throughout the day.

Start the tour with a visit to the peaceful mountain temple Tsubosakadera Temple, known for its beautiful hillside views and impressive Buddhist statues. Continue your adventure with a refreshing nature walk on the trails of Mount Kasuga, where you can experience the serene forests surrounding Nara’s sacred mountains.

Step back in time while exploring Naramachi, a charming historical district filled with preserved merchant houses, traditional streets, and small cultural shops. Nearby, enjoy the quiet beauty of Yoshikien Garden, a hidden Japanese garden featuring moss landscapes, tea ceremony spaces, and seasonal flowers.

For lunch, relax at the rustic teahouse Mizuya Chaya, a traditional spot known for delicious udon noodles and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by nature.

Later, visit Heijō Palace Site Historical Park, the former imperial palace of Japan’s ancient capital, where grand reconstructions and wide open spaces reveal the scale of Nara’s historic past.

This tour is fully customizable, allowing you to adjust the itinerary according to your interests. Whether you prefer more cultural sites, scenic walks, or relaxing exploration, your guide will help design the perfect day for you.
Please Note:
Pickup from Kobe cruise port terminal is not available (Free alternative for Kobe Port guest: pickup from Sannomiya Station is possible).

Om de beschikbaarheid te garanderen, dient u zo snel mogelijk te reserveren. Vroegboekkorting is het overwegen waard, vooral als u de reis plant tijdens het hoogseizoen, zoals op feestdagen of in het weekend.

Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.