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Nara and Osaka Highlights Private Day Trip with a Chartered Car

Discover the best of Osaka and Nara in a seamless full-day tour with a private car, driver, and expert guide. Visit Osaka Castle and the vibrant Dotonbori district before heading to Nara to explore its historic gems, including Todai-ji Temple, Nara Park, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Horyu-ji Temple. Wi

📍Meeting point: Right in front of the ticket gate of JR Osaka Station Sakurabashi Exit

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What To Expect

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Stop 1

30 minAdmission included

Osaka Castle, formerly known as Osaka Honganji Temple (Ishiyama Honganji Temple), was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, rebuilt by the Tokugawa, used as an army base during the Meiji period, and rebuilt by citizens during the Showa period, all the while being tossed around by the history of each era.

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Stop 2

30 min

The temple is famous for the Great Buddha of Nara. Officially also known as Konkomyo Shitenno Gokokuji Temple [Note 2], the temple was built by Emperor Shomu in the Nara Period (8th century) using all the national resources at his disposal.

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Stop 3

30 min

Kasuga Taisha is a shrine located in Kasugano-machi, Nara City, Nara Prefecture, and is registered as one of the “Cultural Properties of Ancient Nara” on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

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Stop 4

30 min

Relax during a one-hour drive to Nara, where you'll experience the serene beauty of Nara Park.

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Stop 5

30 min

Horyu-ji Temple (formerly known as Horyu-ji Temple) is a temple associated with Prince Shotoku, located within the Horyu-ji Mountains in Ikaruga-cho, Ikoma-gun, Nara Prefecture, and was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (cultural heritage) in 1993 as “Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area.

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Stop 6

1h

Lunch Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-free options are available with advanced request.

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Stop 7

1h

This term refers to the downtown area that stretches along Dotonbori Dori on the south bank of the Dotonbori River. It has become a symbol of the area with its famous signboards and has been the location for many media.

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Stop 8

30 min

End the tour with drop-off at your hotel or a designated location. Wrap up your day in the vibrant energy of Osaka’s Dotonbori, after which you’ll be dropped off at a location of your choice.

What’s Included

  • Entrance fees of all venues (Osaka Castle, Horyu-ji Temple, Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine
  • Hotel Pick-up( Please provide the place to pick up at least 24 hours before the tour starting time.)
  • Lunch (Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-free options are available with advanced request)
  • Tour Photos
  • 10-hour Private Chauffeur Service with a Licensed Japanese Driver
  • 10 Hours of local guide

What to Bring

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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