Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train
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Is Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train worth booking?
Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train is a 7-hour experience in Kyoto, Japan, from $16000 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $16000 per person
Looking for hassle free & smooth travel from Kobe port to Kyoto? This tour will offer you reasonable private ride service for entire day. After tour finish in Kyoto, I will drop you off at bullet train station and I wil
What you get
About this experience
Looking for hassle free & smooth travel from Kobe port to Kyoto? This tour will offer you reasonable private ride service for entire day. After tour finish in Kyoto, I will drop you off at bullet train station and I will help you to buy train ticket back to Kobe port. Do not worry. I have organized shore excursion trip nearly 30 times and it's 100% guarantee for the guest to be back in the ship by agreed time. Itinerary can be arranged based on the guest's request. Duration of this tour include the trip from Kobe to Kyoto station which takes about 90mins by car. Recommended number of guest are up to 3 with adult or 4 with one small children as rear seat has space limitation.
What's included
Included
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Trip from Kobe port to Kyoto
- Tour with Private Car in Kyoto
- guide service
- Pick up service from Kobe port
Not included
- Parking fees
- Lunch
- Ticket back from Kyoto station to Kobe port (one way) by bullet train and taxi (40USD per person)
What you'll see and do
Higashi Hongan-ji Temple
Higashi Honganji (East Honganji) was built only eleven years after and a few street blocks east of Nishi Honganji as the head temple of the Otani faction of Jodo-shin Buddhism. Its main hall, the Goeido is Kyoto's largest wooden structure and dedicated to Shinran, the sect's founder. Next to it and almost as large is the Amidado Hall, dedicated to the Amida Buddha.
40 minutes here
Entoku-in
A sub-temple of Kodaiji Temple and Kenninji Temple known as the "Temple of Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Nene". Nene spent 19 years at this cosmetic castle (restored from Fushimi Castle) before her passing. The enshrined three-sided Daikokuten statue is a "Nenjibutsu", a Buddha to remember Hideyoshi. The ink painting by Hasegawa et al. on the 32 sliding doors has been designated as an Important National Cultural Property. Currently a digital replica stands in its place. The North Garden has also been designated as a Special Site of Scenic Beauty. The beautiful, Ikeizuma-style (garden focusing around a pond) front garden of Fushimi Castle was changed to a dry landscape garden by Masakaza Kobori when was it was moved here.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Saga Toriimoto Traditional Buildings Preservation Area
Saga Toriimoto Preserved Street is a must-visit for those seeking a traditional Japanese experience. Its historical significance and beauty make it a standout attraction in Kyoto. Sagano is northwest of downtown Kyoto, and Toriimoto is located at the far end of Sagano. The conservation area of the Saga Toriimoto is about 600 meters along Atago Kaido Highway leading to Atago Shrine via Kiyotaki. There you find the approach to the Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple. The first torii gate of Atago Shrine stands at the back. Along the street, there is a mixture of farmhouse-style buildings with thatched roofs and townhouse-style buildings with two-story, tiled roofs. Here, the old atmosphere of Sagano, which constitutes a rustic historical landscape outside of Kyoto, particularly well remains.
60 minutes here
Arashiyama
A sprawling area in western Kyoto centered around the Katsura River and surrounding mountains, Arashiyama is an extremely popular tourist spot visitors to Kyoto won’t want to miss. Any given day you’re likely to see people in kimono or yukata enjoying local food, shopping, and pilgrimages to the local temples. Rickshaw drivers wait to carry you to your destination, whether it be the natural beauty of the bamboo forest or the man-made temples that have stood in Arashiyama for hundreds of years.
120 minutes here
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari is the most important of several thousands of shrines dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice. Foxes are thought to be Inari's messengers, resulting in many fox statues across the shrine grounds. Fushimi Inari Shrine has ancient origins, predating the capital's move to Kyoto in 794. At the very back of the shrine's main grounds is the entrance to the torii gate-covered hiking trail, which starts with two dense, parallel rows of gates called Senbon Torii ("thousands of torii gates"). The torii gates along the entire trail are donations by individuals and companies, and you will find the donator's name and the date of the donation inscribed on the back of each gate.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kyoto
We are meeting at JR Kyoto station Hachijoguchi exit (south side of the train station) on the ground floor where MacDonald is located.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
I will drop the guest off at Kyoto station. Then I will help the guest to purchase the tickets for the train back to Kobe.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- TonTon Travel
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Strongly recommended weeks beforehand topp communication with Hiroki by email
First of all: Hiroki was a brilliant guide. Perfect from pick up to finale for Shinkansen to Kobe, pleasant entertainment, very informative, individual tour according to our wishes and supplemented by his insider tips without tourist crowds. Nevertheless, everything important for us seen. Grandios. It was worth every penny. Thank you very much
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $16000 to $70000
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
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Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kyoto.
How much does Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train cost?
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Prices start at $16000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kyoto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kyoto is not rushed.
Is Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kyoto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kyoto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kyoto and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kyoto; Shore Excursion from Kobe by Private Car and Bullet Train start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kyoto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kyoto?
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On Outty we rank every Kyoto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kyoto : Gion Make Your Own Chopsticks with Engraving Option, Award-Winning Authentic Ramen Making Experience in Kyoto, Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kyoto?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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