Private Car Tour to KYOTO, OSAKA or NARA | KOBE Shore Excursion
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Kobe, Japan
- 8 to 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicleThe vehicle type and grade vary depending on the option and group size.
- English-speaking guide
- Parking fees, fuel, and highway tolls are included in the tour price.
- MealsMeals are not included, but your guide will do their best to find and take you to a restaurant that suits your taste.
- Admission Fee - 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.¥2,000.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
The local guide will pick you up at Kobe Port Terminal or any places within Kobe city. 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.
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Select your preferred tour option to see hours.
Itinerary
Kobe (Pass By)
Osaka (Pass By)
Kyoto (Pass By)
Nara (Pass By)
Himeji (Pass By)
Awaji-shima (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 21 reviews
Liakat_H, Apr 2026
Excellent itinerary organised by Zac, full day with comfort breaks and a great dinner experience with Kyoto and Wagu beef.
Tommy was a great guide, full of charm and grace with good knowledge.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are grateful that you chose our service and trusted our suggestions.
We are glad you could fully enjoy the charms of the our region. There are still many more hidden gems in this area, so we look forward to your next visit!!
Linda_C, Mar 2026
Zack was super at communicating before our trip and he was very reliable, appearing exactly on time at the cruise port. Zack had a nice clean car with plenty of space.
Nothing was too much trouble for him.
He provided water and traditional treats for our journey. He helped us to navigate the sushi menu at a lovely traditional restaurant. He is a lovely guy, with a well thought out itinerary incorporating all of our preferences and some great suggestions of his own. His command of the English language is exceptional. Out group highly recommends him! Thank you Zack for a very memorable day.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
I am very happy to hear that you liked the tour. I also truly enjoyed talking with your group and listening to your stories. It was a wonderful day for me too.
Thank you again, and I hope to see you all back in Japan!
Alex_B, Mar 2026
We had an amazing time on our full day Kyoto excursion Marie! She was extremely flexible as we were traveling with a one year old baby and made it really fun and enjoyable. She has very good English as well.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We are very happy to hear that you and your family had a great time in Kyoto with Marie. We always try to be flexible for families with little ones. We are glad you enjoyed the trip. We hope to see you in Japan again!
AiHong_L, Mar 2026
It was a well planned tour, Zack giving suggestions and options. He was well organized, very enthusiastic, communicates well and answers messages very promptly. Was also accommodating.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a real pleasure helping you plan the day and exploring together. I'm glad the quick communication and options worked well for you. Hope to see you back in Japan soon!
Stephen_P, Mar 2026
Zack-san understood the assignment of wanting to see the culture and highlights of Kyoto and Kobe that aren't touristy! Somehow, we lucked out and caught a large local market that only happens once a month. It was so great to see local artisans and found very unique souvenirs. He also taught us about the Sake of Kobe as well as Kobe beef! He was very prepared for the longer trip into Kyoto and we really appreciated his flexibility!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind review!
I’m so glad we could visit the local market together—it’s a special place, and I’m thrilled you enjoyed it. It was a pleasure sharing the culture of Kyoto and Kobe with you.
Thank you again, and I hope to see you back in Japan!
Vera_G, Sep 2025
Zack was very helpful and punctual. He arranged the schedule according to our wishes and was very sensitive to our interests and time constraints. He took us to secret streets of Kyoto that were beautiful and uncrowded. He even gave us excellent recommendations where to go during our subsequent weekend in the mountains on Kumano trail. We highly recommend Zack
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you very much for your kind review!
I really enjoyed spending time with you both, and I’m glad you welcomed my suggestions.
I look forward to meeting you again here in Japan someday.
Steve_M, Aug 2025
Full day flexible tour of Kyoto highlights with excellent guide. (Yamazaki Takahisa or "Zack"). Couldn't have been happier- excellent value.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! I also truly appreciate you trusting my suggestions and joining experiences such as the local restaurant, sake brewery, and tea ceremony. I believe these made the day even more enjoyable and memorable.
It was a real pleasure guiding you, and I sincerely look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Japan.
Pamela_Z, Aug 2025
Our driver and guide, Zack, was an absolute gem. Everything about our day with Zack was exceptional - from the welcome with our name on a sign, to the many thoughtful touches (for example the bottles of cold water on a scorching hot day in Japan). Zack's vehicle was spotless, spacious and cool in the blazing sun. He is very knowledgeable about, and proud of, his region of Japan and easily answered our questions. He shared many interesting snippets of Japanese history and explained the significance of things in an engaging manner. Our lunch with him in a local sushi restaurant was very fun and not at all intimidating - he made ordering effortless! And to top it all off, he took some amazing photos of our family throughout the day which he sent to us for free after the excursion ended. We highly recommend Zack for anyone visiting the beautiful Kobe area of Japan, and we would 100% book with him again in future.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review. I’m delighted to hear that your day in Kansai was comfortable, enjoyable, and memorable.
It makes me happy to know that my guiding, local insights, and small touches like water and photos helped make your experience even better.
Your kind words mean a great deal to me, and I truly appreciate your recommendation. I hope to welcome you back to Kobe again in the near future!
Kenneth_L, Aug 2025
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!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We’re glad to hear you found the excursion well organized and our communication helpful.
We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Japan!
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