Full-Day Small-Group
Nara Tea Ceremony and Mt. Wakakusa Sunset 1 Day Tour
Discover the charm of Nara by experiencing a tea ceremony and exploring its historical buildings and natural beauty!
The Highlight :
-Visit Byodoin, a prime example of Heian-period Buddhist architecture, inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1994.
-Visit Horyu-ji Temple, Japan’s oldest wooden structure, inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1993.
-In the tea ceremony room, you can learn how to make and serve tea, as well as how to enjoy traditional tea sweets.
-From the top of Mt. Wakakusa, you can see the Todai-ji Temple, Kofuku-ji Temple, and other views of Nara.
Tea ceremony Experience
In this experience, a tea master prepares tea in front of you and teaches you how to drink matcha and eat tea sweets. You can enjoy the tea ceremony while viewing the various seasonal views of the garden on the grounds. Please enjoy the Japanese tradition through tea.
Byodoin
Byodoin Temple was founded in 1052 and has a long history. It is a significant cultural heritage of Japan, with many national treasures and important cultural properties. Byodoin’s Phoenix Hall is a representative example of Heian-period Buddhist architecture, characterized by its elegant design and exquisite carvings.
Horyu-ji Temple
Horyu-ji Temple, built in 607, is the oldest wooden structure in Japan and is said to be the oldest wooden structure in the world. The five-story pagoda and Kondo are known for their beauty. Horyu-ji Temple is associated with Prince Shotoku, who played a major role in the introduction and development of Buddhism. It is an important place for understanding Japanese history and culture. Horyu-ji Temple has vast grounds, and visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll in a quiet environment. It is an ideal place to calm your mind.
Mt. Wakakusa
Wakakusa offers a spectacular view of Nara City and the surrounding mountains. The view at sunset or on a clear day is especially exceptional.
TRAVEL ITINERARY
DAY EXCURSION :
This is a private tour with the English speaking guide only for your group.
Duration: 8 hours and 30 min
08:50 Meet your guide at JR Uji Station (in front of the teapot post box)
Byodoin Temple (Admission fee is included /around 50 minutes)
Strolling at Omotesando (around 30 minutes)
Byodoin Temple⇒Horyuji Temple Station (Local Bus / around 1h15 minutes)
Lunchtime (60 minutes/ Lunch is not included. Please take lunch by your own)
Horyuji Temple (Admission fee is included / around 25 minutes)
14:00 Tea Ceremony Experience at Taiseian (around 40 minutes)
Taiseian⇒Mt. Wakakusa (Local Bus / around 60 minutes)
Watching nightfall at Mt. Wakakusa (Admission fee is included / 60 minutes)
17:30 Tour ends at Nara Station
Prices :
This is a private tour with the English speaking guide only for your group.
This tour is available from March 2025 every day except Wednesdays.
Price per person:
1 person from £420
2-3 people from £266
4-5 people from £182
6-8 people from £168
Please contact us for more details and exact price.
Tour can be arranged Up to 8 people per tour
What is included in the tour:
●English guide
●Admission Fee of Byodoin Temple
●Admission Fee of Horyuji Temple
●Admission Fee of Tea Ceremony Experience
●Admission Fee of Mt. Wakakusa
●Round-trip transportation
Inquiry & Order for VISIT TO JAPAN
Lately, we have been receiving an increasingly high number of inquiries about traveling to Japan. For this reason, you may find it difficult to reach us by phone. We request that you contact us through our inquiry form if you are not departing soon. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
TEL : 020 7484 3333
Terms & Conditions - Privacy Policy
HIS (HIS-MIKI TRAVEL) in the world
Tokyo | Osaka | Nagoya | France | Italy | Germany | Spain | Netherlands | Switzerland | Austria | Turkey | Egypt | Moscow | America | Korea | Hong Kong | Singapore | Indonesia | Philippines | Cambodia | Vietnam | India | Dubai | Hawaii | Guam | Spain
【お知らせ】U.K.時間で午後3時迄にお受けしたお問い合わせに関しましては24時間以内に回答致しますが、午後3時以降のご予約、お問い合わせに関しましては翌々日以降になる場合もございます。 また、土曜、日曜にお問い合わせ頂きました場合は翌月曜日以降の回答となりますので、予めご了承願います。お急ぎの場合はお電話にてご連絡願います。