Private Tour
Custom 1Day Excursion from Kobe by Wagon with Local Driver Guide
Overview
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This private one-day tour by vehicle from Kobe is perfect for both cruise passengers and travelers staying in the city. Enjoy a flexible, comfortable itinerary with convenient pickup from your hotel or the port.
You can explore Kobe or choose a nearby destination such as Osaka, Kyoto, Himeji, or Awaji Island—any place reachable from Kobe within a day.
The itinerary can include several spots within the selected area, or fewer locations for a relaxed pace.
Your driver-guide is a local and know the region well, can suggest efficient routes, highlights, and hidden gems.
You can share your interests in advance via chat, or leave it to the guide on the day.
Transportation is in a private wagon—clean and comfortable, though not large. The driver is a licensed guide certified to operate tours with their own car.
The driver speaks basic English and provides warm, attentive service.
Start and end times are flexible. The private setting helps you 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.
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
Select a pickup point
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.
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.
Options
6 seats Wagon (9 hours)
Pickup included
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Osaka Expo 2025
Kenneth L,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Well 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!
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