Private Tour

Private Custom Day Tour from Kobe by Wagon with Driver-Guide

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

Mobile ticket

This private one-day tour by vehicle from Kobe is perfect for both cruise passengers and travelers staying in the city. Enjoy a flexible itinerary with pickup from your hotel or the port.

You can explore Kobe or choose a nearby destination such as Osaka, Kyoto, Himeji, or Awaji Island—anywhere reachable within a day. The itinerary may include several highlights for an active day or fewer stops for a relaxed pace.

Your driver-guide is local and knows the region well, suggesting efficient routes, sights, and hidden gems. You can share your interests in advance via chat, and together we’ll create a personalized itinerary reflecting your preferences and our recommendations.

Transportation is by private wagon—clean and comfortable, though not large. The driver is a licensed guide certified to operate tours with their own car, speaks basic English, provides warm, attentive service.

Start and end times are flexible. In a private setting, you’ll avoid crowds and explore at your own pace.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Parking fees, gasoline, and highway tolls are all included in the tour price.

Souvenir photo by your guide

A van for family use may feel a bit tight when fully occupied. With more than 4 passengers, luggage space is limited and large suitcases cannot be accommodated.

Meals are not included, but your guide will do their best to find and take you to a restaurant that suits your taste.

If you choose to enter any facilities during the tour, please pay the entrance fee on site. If you would like your guide to accompany you inside, kindly cover the admission fee for the guide as well.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Kobe

Kobe is a scenic port city surrounded by mountains and sea, known for its rich international history and elegant atmosphere. "The Kitano Ijinkan district" features Western-style houses from the 19th century, while "Harborland" offers waterfront views and shopping. "Ikuta Shrine", one of Japan’s oldest, stands in the city center. "The Nada district" is home to many sake breweries, offering insight into traditional brewing culture. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views from "Mount Rokko". Kobe is also famous for its refined "Kobe beef" and a blend of Japanese and Western influences throughout the city.

Admission Not Applicable

Kyoto

Kyoto is a city steeped in history, known for its countless temples, shrines, and traditional wooden townscapes. While famous areas like Gion and Arashiyama attract large crowds, traveling by private vehicle offers a chance to escape the busy tourist spots and discover hidden gems in the surrounding countryside. Quiet gardens, lesser-known temples, and scenic rural landscapes await just a short drive from the city center. With a private car, you can enjoy a more relaxed pace, avoid public transport congestion, and explore places that offer a deeper, more tranquil side of Kyoto away from the usual tourist trail.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Wagon / driver-guide

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Osaka Expo 2025
Kenneth L,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Well organized. Great communication after booking. Great guide! He kept us informed during the booking process/trying to plan excursion of all our options. Seiho san was awesome!