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Nara UNESCO World Heritage Sites Slow Cycling Tour
Nara, Nara Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$140.49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Nara was the capital of Japan before the capital was moved to Kyoto, where the Heijo Palace was located. In addition to the Heijo Palace ruins, Todaiji Temple, Kohfukuji Temple, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites as “Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara”, and are fascinating places that are essential for understanding Japanese history and culture. This tour will take you on a leisurely tour of these fascinating towns on a BROMPTON bicycle with a navigator who knows the local area inside and out.
・The tour is a great way to visit places that are otherwise inaccessible by riding with a navigator who knows the local area inside out.
・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part.
・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything.
・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes.
・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.
・The tour is a great way to visit places that are otherwise inaccessible by riding with a navigator who knows the local area inside out.
・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part.
・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything.
・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes.
・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.
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Nara UNESCO World Heritage Sites Slow Cycling Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Exclusive navigator fee
- Bicycle rental fee
- Bicycle equipment such as helmets, Bags for wheeled transport, etc.
- English Guide
- Todaiji Temple Entrance Fee
- Insurance fee (option 500 yen)
- For refreshments during the tour, the accompanying navigator will suggest restaurants according to the customer's wishes.
Meeting point
Navigator will be waiting with BROMPTON bicycles in front of the old JR Nara Station building, located outside the east exit of JR Nara Station.
Return details
Navigator will be waiting with BROMPTON bicycles in front of the old JR Nara Station building, located outside the east exit of JR Nara Station.
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Nara Palace Site Historical ParkThe palace ruins of Heijo Palace, the center of the Heijo-kyo Capital, which is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara".
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Kofuku-ji Temple 3 Storey TowerOf the seven major temples in the southern capital, this temple has developed the closest connection with the city of Nara. At its peak, the temple was lined with numerous pagodas and monks' quarters.
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Nara ParkIt is a magnificent park suitable for the ancient capital that is integrated with Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and the National Museum, and also incorporates the Kasuga Mountain primeval forest. In the park, about 1,300 wild deer herd and play in harmony with the rich nature, including beautiful lawns and a 1,000-year-old pine tree grove, and many people visit the park as a tourist spot symbolizing Nara, the ancient capital of Japan.
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Kasuga Grand ShrineThe shrine was built in 768 during the Nara period (710-794) to pray for the protection of Heijo-kyo and the prosperity of the people, and enshrines the deities of the Nakatomi and Fujiwara clans. The main deity, Takemikazuchi no Mikoto, is said to have ridden a white deer to the shrine, and the deer is used as his messenger.
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Todai-ji TempleTodaiji Temple is a Buddhist temple that is the head temple of the Kegon sect of Buddhism, and its principal image is Rushanabutsu, also known as the Great Buddha of Nara. The temple grounds are vast, and numerous historical buildings remain, including Nigatsudo Hall.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Nara UNESCO World Heritage Sites Slow Cycling Tour
Nara, Nara Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$140.49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!