Home to serene gardens, ancient temples, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the famous sprawling gardens with its iconic deer, Nara is a must-visit destination when in Japan. And It&rsquo;s just a short train ride from Kyoto! With your friendly TripGuru at your side, go on a full-day adventure and hit up the city&rsquo;s most beautiful spots!

Meet up with your guide at the meeting point and board the express train to Nara to begin the day&rsquo;s adventure. Pass by the Gyoki Statue and explore the Kofukuji Temple grounds as you learn about the history and establishment of the Heijo-kyo imperial capital.

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From there, you&rsquo;ll head to Nara Park where you&rsquo;ll see the friendly, free-roaming Sika deer, considered sacred messengers of the gods in the Shinto religion. Take in the vast, wide-open spaces and lush greenery, and snap a few photos with the deer (considered the symbol of Nara), before heading to Todaiji.

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&ldquo;It was amazing and blew away my expectations, the park is huge and beautiful, and of course, the deer are very friendly! A must-visit location in Japan.&rdquo; &ndash; Andy, Australia

This UNESCO World Heritage Site stands majestically within the park and houses the awe-inspiring Great Buddha (Daibutsu), one of the largest bronze statues of Buddha in Japan. Up next is a traditional lunch at Kotoya Restaurant where you&rsquo;ll get to enjoy some local Nara specialties before you head to Kasuga Taisha shrine.&nbsp;

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Take in the picturesque shrine adorned with thousands of hanging lanterns before taking a stroll in Naramachi and get a glimpse of the narrow lanes lined with well-preserved traditional merchant houses that encapsulate the essence of the Edo period.

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&ldquo;Kasuga Taisha is more than a shrine, it&rsquo;s a mysterious world that involves forest, pathways, lanterns, and semi-wild deer. We were very happy to explore the grounds. It is very calm and peaceful and worth the visit&rdquo; &ndash; Izy, Australia

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Includes: 5 attractions, entrance fees, guide, snacks, water

Nara Adventure from Kyoto: Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara Park & More – Full Day

Go on a Nara full-day adventure from Kyoto and hit up the city’s most beautiful spots, including Nara Park, Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha shrine, Naramachi, and more!