Explore ancient Nara through paved and forest trails – the walks are typically moderate, but strenuous at times, with days of up to 5 hours of hiking.
Nara Ancient Capitals self-guided walking 5 days
Nara Ancient Capitals self-guided walking 5 days
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June 2024
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Tour details
Nara Ancient Capitals self-guided walking 5 days
x1 traveller
USD 0
Single room additional charge
USD 280
TOTAL
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- Duration: 5 days
- Trip level:Active
- Availability: Recommended from January to December
- Type:Self-guided
- Price: USD 1,280(Price per person, based on 2 travellers sharing a room)
Highlights
- Walk the Yamanobe-no-Michi, said to be the oldest road in Japan
- Marvel at the historic treasures of the ancient capital of Nara
- See Ōmiwa Shrine, famous among sake brewers all across the country
- Cycle around the beautiful terraced rice fields of Asuka
- Glimpse at the many ancient burial mounds from the Kofun Period
- Visit Tanzan Shrine, tucked away on Mount Goharetsu and boasting a unique 13-storey pagoda
The Kansai region, situated at the centre of Japan's main island of Honshu, is home to three historic capitals: Kyōto, Nara and the smaller, lesser-known Asuka. All three have rich and varied histories. Our tour includes scenic and culturally significant hiking trails, as well as overnight stays in charming Japanese guesthouses, allowing you to experience the rural lifestyle of the Japanese countryside in Asuka. Learn about this historic area of Japan and discover its cultural heritage on these less familiar walks.
You may wish to upgrade to a traditional machiya in Nara. Machiya are beautiful wooden townhouses that have seen a resurgence in recent years thanks to younger craftsmen and designers realising the cultural significance of such majestic and historic buildings.
We happily welcome younger walkers on our trips with an accompanying adult. We offer a 10% price reduction for children (6-11) and an 80% price reduction for infants (0-5). Please contact us for specific hiking, meal or bedding enquiries.
What is included
 | 4 nights at Japanese-style or Western-style accommodation |
 | 4 breakfasts and 2 dinners |
 | Round-trip train tickets from Kyōto or Ōsaka |
 | Detailed day-by-day itinerary and walking directions |
 | Detailed maps |
 | Local support by telephone |
 | Our Preparing for Your Trip and Travelling in Japan guidebooks |
What is not included
 | Flights |
 | Airport transfers |
 | Drinks and meals not included in itinerary |
 | Local bus journeys which must be paid directly to the bus driver |
 | Rental bicycles |
 | Single room supplement(s) for solo occupancy |
 | Daily luggage transfer |
Itinerary
Tour itineraries are subject to change. We will inform you of any amendments as soon as we become aware of them.
Day 1: Arrive in Asuka
Day 2: Hike to Tanzan Shrine
Day 3: Hike the Yamanobe-no-Michi in Nara
Day 4: Hike the Yagyū Kaidō in Nara
Day 5: Enjoy sightseeing in Nara