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How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

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Nara Private Tour Nature Temples Beyound Tourist Spots

8 hours

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Overview

Discover the tranquil beauty of Nara's mountains on a private tour that immerses you in nature's wonders.
Stroll through the serene Murou Art Forest, where art and nature blend harmoniously.
Visit Hasedera Temple, renowned for its breathtaking views and wooden staircase that leads to serenity.
Explore the stunning Soni Kōgen Highlands, a picturesque plateau that transforms with the seasons, offering perfect photo opportunities.
Conclude your day by unwinding in a rejuvenating hot spring, surrounded by fresh mountain air.
This tour is especially enchanting during cherry blossom season when Yoshinoyama dazzles with thousands of sakura trees.

- Private car transport from Osaka ensures comfort and convenience
- Visit key attractions like Murou Art Forest and Hasedera Temple
- Enjoy seasonal views at Soni Kōgen Highlands, a photographer's dream
- Relax in a natural hot spring to unwind after a day of exploration

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What's Included

✓ Included

Entrance fee for attractions
Driver, Car, Highway toll, gas, parking fee
Guide Fee

Itinerary

Stop 1

Hasedera Temple is a large mountainside temple in Sakurai, known as the “Temple of Flowers.” Guests walk up its famous covered staircase toward panoramic valley views and a beautiful main hall. Seasonal scenery is a highlight: peonies in late spring, hydrangeas in early summer, cherry blossoms, and vivid autumn colors. The spacious grounds, five‑story pagoda, and calm atmosphere make it one of Nara’s most scenic and photogenic temple visits.

Stop 2

Murou Art Forest is a peaceful outdoor art park in the mountains of Uda. Guests walk through quiet cedar woods, ponds, and open lawns while discovering large contemporary sculptures integrated into nature. It’s a relaxing, photo‑friendly stop that combines art, architecture, and forest scenery in one calm setting.

Stop 3

Soni Highlands Onsen (Okame‑no‑Yu) is a popular hot spring near the Soni grasslands, known for its open‑air baths with panoramic mountain views. The sodium‑bicarbonate spring water is praised for its smooth, skin‑softening feel, and guests can relax in either the stone or wood bath areas, which alternate weekly between men and women. The facility offers indoor and outdoor baths, a sauna, local cuisine, and easy access from Soni Kogen Farm Garden.

Stop 4

Soni Highlands is a wide, open grassland in the mountains of Nara. The rolling hills, big sky, and seasonal colors make it one of the region’s most scenic viewpoints. Guests can enjoy an easy walk along the ridge, take photos of the sweeping landscape, and experience a calm, rural side of Japan that feels far from the city.