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Receive the message of the Asuka era! Volunteer Guide and Cycling
Asukamura Village, Nara Prefecture, which still retains its appearance as an ancient capital.
Cycling with a Sightseeing Volunteer Guide
Please spend a wonderful and memorable moment while touching the history and culture of Asuka.
2 model courses
A volunteer guide with deep knowledge will explain historical spots such as archeological sites and tombs that have many mysteries of the Asuka era on the spot in an easy-to-understand manner. For beginners of history and enthusiasts, please ask the volunteer guide for anything.
We offer two recommended courses to visit attractive spots in Asuka Village. If you have a spot you want to go to or a course you want, you can also request a volunteer guide.
Model course. 1
9:00 Meeting with the lobby group and volunteer guide on the first floor of the hotel
Departure at 9:10
Hotel ⇒ Asukaza Shrine ⇒ Asukaji ⇒ Sakefuneishi ⇒ Asukamiya Ruins ⇒ Stone Stage Tumulus ⇒ Kawaharaji Ruins ⇒ Kameishi ⇒ Amagashigaoka ⇒ Hotel
12:00 Dissolution
Model course. 2
13:00 Meeting with the lobby group and volunteer guide on the first floor of the hotel
Departure at 13:10
Hotel ⇒ Toushikozuka Tumulus ⇒ Kawaharaji Temple Ruins ⇒ Ishibutai Tumulus ⇒ Sake Funaishi ⇒ Asuka Shrine Ruins ⇒ Hotel
16:00 Dissolution
How to enjoy activities and recommended points
I feel the breath of ancient times since the Asuka period
Tumulus and archeological sites that appear in textbooks, such as the Ishibutai Tumulus, Takamatsuzuka Tumulus, and Kitra Tumulus, are dotted and are full of highlights. The land of Asukamura Village itself is like a book of history. Why don't you experience the depth of history and culture with your five senses?
The nature of Asuka, where the original landscape of Japan spreads
Asuka Village has a relaxing Japanese Hara landscape, such as the Inabuchi area where Tanada is beautiful, and the Amagashi hill where you can overlook the scenery of Asuka. The highlights are scattered throughout the country, and it is recommended to take a bicycle tour. Enjoy a special time to experience history and nature while feeling the wind.
Basic information
- Reservation period
- Tuesday, July 1, 2025 *Excluded days
- Experience time
- ①From 9:00 to 2 13:00 (about 3 hours)
- Number of people
- 1 to 4 people
- Target age
- 20 years old or older
- Fees
- 1 person participation: 6,000 yen/1 person
2 participants: 3,600 yen/1 person
3 participants: 2,800 yen/1 person
4 participants: 2,400 yen/1 person
＊Change to electric bicycles: 500 yen per person UP
(including consumption tax and service charges) - Meeting place
- 1st floor lobby
- Reservations and Inquiries
- Please contact the hotel by phone.
TEL： 0744-28-6636 - Remarks
- ・If there is an alarm at 7:00 in the morning on the day of the experience, it will be canceled. In case of cancellation, we will inform you at the front desk.
・In case of rain, consultation is required. Only in rainy weather, the bicycle rental can be exchanged for a one-day free ticket for Asuka tour bus. If you wish, please contact us at the front desk.
・The volunteer guide will accompany you up to 3 hours. After that, a separate fee will be charged.
・Please tell us the date and time you would like to experience at the time of booking.
・The reservation will be confirmed by the confirmation of the implementing organization. Thank you for your understanding.
・Application deadline: Up to 7 days ago
・Cancellation fee: Free until 16:00 3 days before, 100% thereafter
※There is no cancellation fee for cancellation due to weather.
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