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Nara’s Heritage and Sake: A Guided Cultural Walking Tour

By Nara Insight
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $110 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Enjoy a one-day private tour that explores Nara’s rich history, culture, and sake. Set in the charming Naramachi district, this guided tour moves at your pace, offering a relaxed and immersive experience.

Start at the World Heritage Site Kōfuku-ji, visiting the Central and Eastern Golden Halls and the National Treasure Hall. Then stroll through Naramachi and stop at the historic Imanishi Residence for Japanese tea and sake lees sweets.

Next, visit Harushika Brewery for a sake tasting. Nara, known as the birthplace of Japanese sake, has long been famous for its quality rice and water.

In the afternoon, explore the peaceful grounds of Kasuga Taisha Shrine, surrounded by forest and tradition. End your day at Nara Izumi Yūsai with a curated sake tasting from local breweries.

The tour is fully private and customisable—a perfect way to experience the taste and spirit of Nara.

Activity location

  • Nara Park
    • 469 Zoshicho,
    • 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nara City Tourist Information Center
    • 1082 1
    • 630-8122, Nara, Nara, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Nara’s Heritage and Sake: A Guided Cultural Walking Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • Opening hours: Sat 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
CA $109.92 x 2 AdultsCA $219.84

Total
Price is CA $219.84

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    ガイドからのおみやげ
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee/Admission fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Smile
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drink expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses for souvenirs
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport costs between your hotel and the meeting point
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Ttransportation expenses incurred during the tour (optional)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Nara Park
  • 30m
Todai-ji Temple
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Kasuga Grand Shrine
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Imanishike Shoin
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Nara Prefecture
  • 40m

Location

Activity location

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    Nara Park
    • 469 Zoshicho,
    • 630-8501, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Nara City Tourist Information Center
    • 1082 1
    • 630-8122, Nara, Nara, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Starbucks Coffee - JR Nara Station Former Building
    • 1082 1
    • 630-8122, Nara, Nara, Japan

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