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From Osaka: Kobe Full-Day Guided Tour

Kobe

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Overview

Join a guided tour of Kobe, exploring the colossal mosaic Ferris wheel, the historic Arima Onsen, stunning night views from Mount Rokko, and more.

Highlights

  • Discover Kobe's iconic landmarks on a full-day tour with an expert guide, enjoying the convenience of round-trip transfers from Osaka.
  • Marvel Kobe Harbor's modern architecture, a key Japanese commercial port, then ascend the Sky on the Mosaic Ferris Wheel for a 360° view of the port.
  • Explore Kitano Ijinkan Street dotted with boutiques and cafes, then relax at the ancient Arima Onsen, one of Japan's three oldest hot spring towns.
  • Immerse in Rokko Mountain's panoramic sunset views of Kobe, Osaka, and Kyoto, then visit the Musical Box Museum and Alpine Botanical Garden.
  • Fun fact: Kobe is renowned for its world-famous Kobe Beef, where cattle receive massages and even beer, enhancing the meat's tenderness and flavor.

Inclusions

  • Full-day Kobe tour
  • Expert guide (English, Japanese, and Chinese)
  • Round-trip transfers from Osaka
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions

  • Entry to attractions
  • Food and drinks

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Set out on an adventure to the enchanting city of Kobe in Japan. Nestled between mountains and the sea, this day trip from Osaka promises scenic drives, expert guides, and the ease of return transfers.

Harbor to heights

Begin at the bustling Kobe Harbor, a cultural melting pot since the Meiji era. Then, ascend the Mosaic Ferris Wheel in Linhai Paradise for a panoramic thrill that'll make you feel on top of the world. It's time to venture to Kitano Ijinkan-Gai, a treasure trove of Western-style buildings from the Meiji and Taisho periods, featuring museums, boutiques, cafes, and flower stores. Take a bite at the historic Starbucks Kitano Ijinkan Store, the first Starbucks in Japan.

Serene spectacle

As the day unfolds, venture to the 1000-year-old Arima Onsen, a captivating ancient hot spring town adorned with shrines and temples exuding ancient charm and mystical smoke. Wrap up your day with an ascent to Mount Rokko, treating yourself to breathtaking panoramic views of Kobe, Osaka, and Kyoto. Explore the Rokko International Musical Box Museum, Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, and the Rotating Ten Countries Observatory before heading back to Osaka.

Itinerary

  • 10:30am: Pick up from Nihonbashi Exit 2

  • 12:00pm: Port of Kobe (Kobe Harbor and Mosaic Ferris Wheel)

  • 2:30pm: Kitano Ijinkan-Gai

  • 4:30pm: Arima Onsen

  • 6:00pm: Mount Rokko

  • 7:30pm: Start to return to Osaka

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