Custom 1-Day Shore Trip from Kobe by Wagon with Local Driver
This is a private one-day tour from Kobe, perfect for city visitors or cruise passengers. Enjoy a flexible, comfortable trip with hotel or port pickup.
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.
Options
BASIC PLAN
Pickup included
What's included in Custom 1-Day Shore Trip from Kobe by Wagon with Local Driver
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
KobePass-by Only
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.
KyotoPass-by Only
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.
OsakaPass-by Only
Osaka is a vibrant city known for its energetic street life, modern architecture, and rich food culture. Landmarks like Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are iconic, but they’re often crowded with visitors. With a private vehicle, you can venture beyond the busy city center to explore quieter, lesser-known areas with local charm. Historical neighborhoods, peaceful riverside parks, and cultural sites such as hidden temples or retro shopping arcades reveal a different side of Osaka. Traveling by car offers flexibility and comfort, making it easier to experience both the city’s lively heart and its more relaxed, authentic surroundings.
Inclusions
- 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.
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
The local guide will pick you up at your hotel or at the port terminal where your cruise ship arrives. Please note: If your hotel does not allow vehicles to stop directly at the entrance, you may need to walk a short distance to a nearby pickup location. The vehicle is a private 6-seater van. There is limited space for luggage, so if your group has more than 4 people, please bring only small or minimal luggage.
