Kobe: all 18 tours and excursions for your cruise

Upon arrival in Kyoto, it is easy to see why this refined city on the island of Honshu is among the most beautiful and historic in Japan. Once the imperial capital, Kyoto is home to thousands of classical Buddhist temples, tranquil gardens, Shinto shrines, palaces, and traditional wooden houses, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. During your one-night overland adventure, immerse yourself in the city’s timeless spirit through its landmarks, traditions, and cuisine. Visit the...

For those guests interested in touring Kyoto independently, we are pleased to provide this opportunity for a full day's discovery of the city and its surrounding areas at your leisure, in the comfort of your own private van. Enjoy the flexibility of creating your own itinerary in which to explore this fascinating region of Japan with friends and family, if you wish.Your full-day outing includes an air-conditioned van with a driver and an English-speaking guide. Participation is limited for comfort...

Spend a half day exploring Kobe at your leisure. In the comfort of your own private van, discover the city and its surrounding areas with a knowledgeable guide. Create your own itinerary, see sights at your own pace with friends and family if you wish, and learn about this fascinating part of Japan.Your half-day outing includes an air-conditioned van with driver and an English-speaking guide. Participation is limited for comfort to up to 4 guests per van. Price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees...

For those guests interested in touring Kyoto independently, we are pleased to provide this opportunity for a full day's discovery of the city and its surrounding areas at your leisure, in the comfort of your own private van. Enjoy the flexibility of creating your own itinerary in which to explore this fascinating region of Japan with friends and family, if you wish.Your full-day outing includes an air-conditioned van with a driver and an English-speaking guide. Participation is limited for comfort...

Spend a half day exploring Kobe at your leisure. In the comfort of your own private car, discover the city and its surrounding areas with a knowledgeable guide. Create your own itinerary, see sights at your own pace with friends and family if you wish, and learn about this fascinating part of Japan.Your half-day outing includes an air-conditioned van with driver and an English-speaking guide. Participation is limited for comfort to up to 2 guests per car. Price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees...

Visit one of Japan's most famous castles, which played a major role in the unification of Japan during the 16th century. The castle compound contains thirteen structures, designated as Important Cultural Assets by the Japanese government.Osaka CastleAfter collecting your luggage in the terminal, board your coach for a scenic 60-minute drive to see the impressive landmark, Osaka Castle. One of Japan's most famous castles, it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the 16th century....

Explore the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites and important cultural properties of Kyoto during this panoramic, full-day, Silver Shore Privato sightseeing tour via private van. Kobe, Kyoto Depart the pier with your driver and guide in a private, air-conditioned van and begin your Silver Shore Privato tour with a scenic, approximately two-hour drive to historic Kyoto. Once the ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto is a sophisticated city on the island of Honshu with thousands of classical Buddhist...

Osaka Castle, After collecting your luggage in the terminal, board your coach for a scenic 60-minute drive to see the impressive landmark, Osaka Castle. One of Japan's most famous castles, it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the 16th century. Built on a plot of land almost one square mile, the castle compound contains thirteen structures, designated as Important Cultural Assets by the Japanese government. The central castle building is five stories on the outside and eight stories...

Explore the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites and important cultural properties of Kyoto during this panoramic, full-day, sightseeing tour via private car. Kobe, Kyoto Depart the pier with your driver and guide in a private, air-conditioned coach and begin your tour with a scenic, approximately two-hour drive to historic Kyoto. Once the ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto is a sophisticated city on the island of Honshu with thousands of classical Buddhist temples. It is also home to many gardens,...

Explore a trio of spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this captivating, full-day sightseeing excursion with lunch. Kobe, Nara, Todaiji Temple, Great Buddha Image, Free-Roaming DeerDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Todaiji Temple. The temple is famous for its great copper image of Buddha, the symbol of Nara. With a height of approximately 59 feet (about 18 metres) from the ground, this Buddha image was the largest in the world at the time of its completion...

Discover the splendid beauty and landmarks of bustling Kyoto at your leisure during this full-day, self-guided sightseeing excursion. Osaka, Kyoto Station & City, Self-Guided Visit, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, National TreasuresDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to Kyoto Station. Upon arrival, your guide gives you a map of Kyoto with instructions about how to explore Kyoto City on-foot. Afterward, depart Kyoto Station and begin your self-guided tour of the city....

Savour a delicious Japanese Kobe beef dinner during this unforgettable, half-day epicurean excursion. Kobe, Teppanyaki Restaurant Depart the pier for the short drive to a renonwned Teppaniyaki restaurant. Kobe beef is one of several breeds of Wagyu which are bred throughout the country, and often associated with the area in which they are raised. The Wagyu served here is produced from pedigreed Tajima breed cattle which were born and slaughtered in the Hyogo Prefecture. Despite popular rumour,...

Explore the most beautiful feudal castle in Japan and its beautiful, adjacent garden during this picturesque, full-day sightseeing excursion to Himeji. Kobe, Himeji Castle, Huge, Central Pillars, Castle Top, Spectacular ViewsDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Himeji Castle, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Himeji Castle’s white appearance is nicknamed Shirasagi-jo (white heron). The castle features huge, central pillars to support, and it remains a mystery...

Experience UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Japanese traditions during this scenic, full-day sightseeing excursion to Kyoto via bullet-train with lunch. Kobe, Shin-Kobe Station, Bullet-Train to KyotoDepart the pier for the short drive to the Shin-Kobe Station. Upon arrival, board the high-speed Shinkansen bullet-train for the short ride to historic Kyoto. Once the ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto is a sophisticated city on the island of Honshu with thousands of classical Buddhist temples. It is...

Explore the highlights of Japan's third-largest city during this intriguing, full-day sightseeing excursion to Osaka. Kobe, Osaka, Shitennoji TempleDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Osaka, Japan’s third-largest city. One of the gateways to ancient Japan for traders from China, Korea, and the Asian continent, Osaka played a vital role in the introduction of new technologies in ceramics, forging, construction, and engineering. Today, this modern port city...

Experience the unique culture and flavours of Kobe during this immersive, half-day sightseeing excursion. Kobe, Nada District, Sake Brewery, Guided Tour & Tasting, Exhibition Hall, Shopping Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Nada District, Japan's top sake-producing region. Upon arrival, head to one of the best sake breweries in Kobe for a guided tour and sake tasting. Sake means ‘alcohol’ in Japanese, but also refers to a local speciality...

Uncover the serene elegance of Kobe on this half-day exploration that blends tranquil gardens, panoramic mountain vistas, and the timeless craft of sake-making. Sorakuen Garden: A Mayor’s Legacy in BloomBegin your journey with a scenic drive through Kobe’s charming cityscape en route to Sorakuen Garden, a hidden gem of Japanese horticultural artistry. Once the private residence of Mayor Kodera Kenkichi, this early 20th-century garden invites quiet contemplation amid its manicured...

Discover a pair of magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion to Nara. Nara, Todaiji Temple, Great Buddha Image, Free-Roaming DeerDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 90-minute drive to the Todaiji Temple. The temple is famous for its great copper image of Buddha, the symbol of Nara. With a height of approximately 59 feet (about 18 metres) from the ground, this Buddha image was the largest in the world at the time of its completion in...