Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Hiroshima, Osaka: Port Day Trips

Discover Kyoto’s top attractions on a flexible full-day excursion from Kobe. Explore Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nijo Castle, and more with an expert guide.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gion Shirakawa - Explore the Furukawa Local Market and enjoy a stroll along the Shirakawa Riverside.
  • Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki) - Shoren-in: A devastating fire 300 years ago destroyed much of the city, including the Imperial Palace. The emperor relocated to the east of the Kamogawa River and resided here for several years. Shoren-in…
What's Included
  • Port pickup
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Kyoto is a city that holds a special place in the heart. It serves as a gentle reminder of what can be forgotten in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Time often feels scarce, yet there are cherished spots to visit occasionally. A serene garden embraced by trees and a historic five-hundred-year-old temple offer a warm welcome. These places are often…

Location
Port Terminal Station
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Ann
Aug 7, 2025
Great tour - Mike was a great guide. Had a wonderful experience. Learned a lot about Japanese history and culture along with the sites
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Jacqueline_f
Apr 26, 2025
Great guide, great tour - Mike was a wonderful guide. Our ship arrived at noon so our full day tour was extended to two days. We enjoyed Kyoto, missed the crowds and saw many sites. He shared history and the spiritual side of historic places. A tour we will not forget
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Maria_g
Apr 24, 2025
Full day tour of Kyoto with a knowledgable guide. - We spent a wonderful day with Rieko Ohmura , our tour guide She was patient, instructive and immersed us in the history of the sites that we were able to visit. She helped us navigate the Bullet train back to our destination. Truly a very pleasurable experience and day spent with Rieko. Definitely a way to spend a day in Kyoto.
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Carl_c
Apr 23, 2025
Best of Kyoto in 1 Day - We saw four great sites with Mike--more than you could ever see on a ship tour. Mike was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He also helped us buy our bullet train tickets back to Kobe. Overall a great day (but taxis were expensive due to all the traffic).
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Torsten_g
Apr 17, 2025
Kyoto with Mike - We had an absolutely incredible experience on the Kyoto tour led by Mike! The destinations were thoughtfully selected, highlighting the most breathtaking and culturally rich spots in Kyoto. Mike was an outstanding guide—his deep knowledge, infectious enthusiasm, and impeccable attention to detail made every moment truly special. His passion for Kyoto’s history and culture shone through, creating a memorable and engaging journey. I wholeheartedly recommend Mike’s phenomenal tour to anyone exploring Kyoto!
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John_d
Apr 15, 2024
A great tour of Kyoto with Mike - Mike was the best. He took us around to visit Nijo Castle, Kinkakujiyu Kinkakuji, and Shoren-in Temple. We learned much about Japanese culture, the struggle and harmony between the emperor and shogun and samurai, Shinto and the zen gardens and its five elements. Fascinating! Thanks to Mike for taking care of our senior group of four and myself, and making sure we got back to our ship safely. We highly recommend doing this tour with Mike.
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Brian_d
Nov 9, 2025
What tour? - I can't really review the tour as it didn't happen. According to the guide, he cancelled the tour a week after our booking. I could not find a reference to that. But at any rate, the guide did not inform Viatour, and Viatour continued to inform us of our upcoming tour long after the alleged cancellation. At this point, we are still out approx $500.
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From $470 (Per Group)
up to 6 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).