Private tour in Kobe Eco H

Shore Excursion Kyoto tour

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Eco H.

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We only have one profile, but we are two guides! Eco and Saki working together to give you the best Japan travel experience possible! Would you like to visit Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Kobe, Himeji, Kanazawa, Tokyo, or anywhere else in Japan please send us a message! And we would appreciate if you address it to both of us so we know for sure you read our profile (you would be surprise how many don't...). Eco has called Kyoto his home for the last 8 years, and is now working as a lecturer in International Law at two nearby universities. He completed his Ph.D. in Contemporary Asian Studies here in Kyoto in 2024 and looks forward to sharing all he knows about Japanese history and religion. Therefore, if you are particularly interested in learning more about the history and culture of Kyoto and the wider region he can provide exciting narratives to go along with visiting to various sites, preferably those off the beaten path providing a unique view of the area. Meanwhile, he's now working on a second Ph.D. in Law in Osaka which is expected to be completed in 2027. During our tours we will also be accompanied by Saki, who was not just born and raised Kyoto, but is also officially licensed with Kyoto's Certification of Tourism and Culture. She will provide the backgrounds on Japanese culture from the eyes of someone born into it. Currently, Saki is a Ph.D. candidate at a prestigious private university in Kyoto, as well as an experienced guide who has been working as a part-time guide for over 7 years, having done many tours throughout the city. She's also well versed in popular culture, so if you have any interest in animation, music, fashion, video games, or manga she would be happy to discuss with you. Together we can provide a great mix of knowledge and experience. On our page we have a number of tours listed: - Half or full-day tours of our hometown Kyoto. - Or take the Kyoto evening tour if you are interested in local food and the Gion Geisha district. - Want to visit somewhere special near Kyoto, please consider the Miho Museum tour for beautiful landscapes and architecture (Only in Spring/Summer/Autumn). - Do you like anime and video games? We have a popular culture tour for you! - Just a few hours? Take our quick and concise Imperial Palace tour. - Have multiple days and want to visit somewhere outside of Kyoto? We can take you to Osaka, Nara, Kobe, Himeji, Kanazawa, or even Tokyo with the bullet train!

Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Eco H.

Overview of your Kobe tour

In this shore excursion we first and foremost want to provide a local perspective of Kyoto city. This means combining some of the typical tourist sites listed in the itinerary with more of the beaten path sites to give you a sense of real Kyoto life. Whether by train or car, the one-way trip from Kobe to Kyoto takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes, so please consider that you'll have just under 3 hours for the tour in Kyoto. If you wish to extend the tour time, please consult us in advance.

Your Kobe tour itinerary

We can provide tours based on individual requirements, desires, wishes and interests. A typical tour would include highlights such as: ・The Kyoto Imperial Palace. ・Nijo Castle of the Samurai Government. ・Local Shopping Arcade. ・Local Shinto Shrines and Buddhist Temples. ・The Nanzen-ji temple and incline and surrounding area. ・Ending in the world-famous Gion district. Detours to surrounding popular sights such as Heian-jingu shrine, the Philosophers path, Yasaka-jinja shrine, Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama and Kiyomizudera temple are all possible. However, please let us advise you regarding when and how to visit, as these places are very crowded and we prefer to do tours which are more intimate/personal. Please use the 'message guide' feature to contact for a customised tour.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

Vehicle type depends on the size of the group. Please message us so we can make the proper arrangements based on your group composition. Groups larger than 6 receive an extra charge due to the need for multiple or larger cars.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Tickets
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Kobe Port Terminal building.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
History
Religious Sites
Tour reference number
1407519
Languages
English
Dutch
Japanese
German
Activity level
Moderate
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Who is this private tour in Kobe best suited for?

This private tour in Kobe is ideal for cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion that offers a local perspective of Kyoto. It's also perfect for travellers who want to connect with a local guide for deeper insights into the city, combining popular tourist sites with off-the-beaten-path locations.

Can this private tour in Kobe be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?

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