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Kobe Highlights Tour with Arima Onsen or Akashi Bridge

9 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Kobe Highlights Tour with Arima Onsen or Akashi Bridge

About this activity

Discover Kobe’s most spectacular coastal and mountain scenery on a private sightseeing experience designed for travelers who love beautiful views and flexible travel.

Enjoy historic western-style architecture, panoramic ropeway views, Mount Rokko’s famous observation areas, the impressive Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and Kobe’s picturesque waterfront districts — all in one comfortable private tour.

This tour focuses on Kobe’s iconic landscapes, scenic drives, and photo opportunities, making it an excellent choice for couples, families, photographers, and cruise travelers seeking a memorable Kobe experience beyond the typical tourist route.

Private Drivers Additional fees Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

At a glance

Duration
9 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Chinese, Japanese, English
Operated by
JST

What is included

Included

  • Included: Expressway tolls
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Kobe Kitano Ijinkan admission fees (Admission Included option only)
  • Included: Nunobiki Herb Gardens admission fees (Admission Included option only)
  • Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge
  • Included: Parking Fees

Not included

  • Not included: Snacks
  • Not included: Kitano Ijinkan Admission fees for guests selecting the Guided Tour Only option
  • Not included: Nunobiki Herb Garden Admission fees for guests selecting the Guided Tour Only option

Itinerary

  1. Kobe Kitano Museum (Ijinkan)

    one hour Admission not included

    Admission fees are included only for guests who select the “All-Inclusive Admission & Tour” option. Guests selecting the “Guided Tour Only” option will pay any applicable admission fees separately.

    Kitano Ijinkan District is one of Kobe’s most picturesque areas, known for its elegant western-style buildings, charming hillside streets, and unique international atmosphere.

    Enjoy a relaxing walk, take memorable photos, and experience a different side of Japan. Guests may admire the historic architecture from outside or choose to visit selected museums and heritage houses.

    Admission fees are not included and are payable on-site. Entrance fees vary by attraction and generally range from ¥550 to ¥1,500 per person.

  2. Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens

    one hour Admission not included

    Admission fees are included only for guests who select the “All-Inclusive Admission & Tour” option. Guests selecting the “Guided Tour Only” option will pay any applicable admission fees separately.

    Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens is one of Kobe’s most popular sightseeing attractions, featuring beautiful seasonal flowers, European-style gardens, scenic terraces, and charming cafés. Guests can enjoy a relaxing walk, take memorable photos, and experience the unique combination of nature and city views from the mountainside.

    Please note that ropeway and garden admission fees are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately on the day.

    The round-trip ropeway ticket with garden admission is approximately ¥2,500 per adult and ¥1,250 per child. Prices may change without notice, and the actual fee on the day will apply.

  3. Mt. Rokko

    1 h 30 min

    Mount Rokko is one of Kobe’s most famous scenic destinations, offering breathtaking panoramic views over Kobe city, Osaka Bay, and the surrounding mountains.

    Guests can enjoy relaxing mountain scenery, fresh air, seasonal nature views, and some of the best photo spots in the Kobe area.

    The area is especially popular for its beautiful daytime scenery and romantic evening atmosphere.

    Admission Fee

    General scenic areas and observation spots may be visited without an admission fee depending on the chosen location.

    Please note that optional facility fees, café expenses, parking, meals, and other personal expenses are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately on the day if used.

  4. Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

    1 h 30 min

    The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is one of the world’s longest suspension bridges and one of Kobe’s most iconic seaside landmarks.

    Guests can enjoy beautiful ocean views, relaxing coastal scenery, seaside walking areas, and photo spots overlooking the bridge and Osaka Bay.

    The Maiko area is especially popular for its peaceful atmosphere, scenic drives, and sunset views.

    Admission Fee

    No admission fee is required for the general coastal sightseeing area.

    Please note that optional attraction fees, meals, café expenses, parking, and other personal expenses are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately on the day if used.

  5. Kobe Harborland

    one hour

    Kobe Harborland & Mosaic

    Kobe Harborland and Mosaic are popular waterfront areas known for beautiful seaside scenery, shopping, restaurants, cafés, and relaxing harbor atmosphere.

    Guests can enjoy walking along the waterfront, taking photos of Kobe Port Tower and the harbor night views, or spending free time shopping and dining by the sea.

    Admission Fee

    No admission fee required for the Harborland waterfront area.

    Please note that personal expenses such as meals, shopping, attractions, parking, and optional facilities are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately by guests on the day if used.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Alexander Namba
  • Natural Hot Spring Midosuji Hotel
  • Swissotel Nankai Osaka
  • OYO 644 Hotel Art Inn Namba
  • Kuromon Crystal Hotel
  • Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka-Namba
  • The OneFive Osaka Namba-Kuromon
  • Hotel and Spa Atlantis -Adults Only
  • Toyoko Inn Osaka Nippombashi Bunraku Gekijo Mae
  • Hotel the I Adult Only
  • Red Roof Inn & Suites Osaka Namba Nippombashi
  • Cinnamon Hotel

and 857 more pickup points

Hotels, Airbnb listings pickup is available within Osaka and Kobe city.

Please provide your hotel or Airbnb name and address after booking.

Our driver or guide will contact you via WhatsApp or email by the evening before departure to reconfirm the pickup time and tour details.

The itinerary can be adjusted flexibly on the day according to traffic and guest preferences within the tour duration.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • 1-9 Guests (All-Inclusive)

    Driver: The driver speaks Japanese, can communicate in basic English, and can useWhatsApp in English.

    Duration: 9 hours

    Toyota Hiace

    Without tour guide: The driver will not accompany you into the scenic area.

    Pickup included

  • 1-5 Guests (All-Inclusive)

    Driver: The driver speaks Japanese, can communicate in basic English, and can useWhatsApp in English.

    Duration: 9 hours

    Toyota Alphard

    Without tour guide: The driver will not accompany you into the scenic area.

    Pickup included

  • 1-8 Pax With Guide & Admission

    Driver&Guide: The driver speaks Japanese, can speak basic English, and can use WhatsAppin English.And the guide can speak fluent English.

    Duration: 9 hours

    Toyota Alphard or Toyota Hiace

    With Tour Guide: The guide’s entrance fees are already included in the tour cost.

    Pickup included

  • Private Charter -English Guide

    Driver&Guide: The driver speaks Japanese, can speak basic English, and can use WhatsAppin English.And the guide can speak fluent English.

    Duration: 9 hours

    Toyota Alphard or Toyota Hiace

    With Tour Guide: If guide entry is required at paid attractions, guests will cover the guide's ticketfee.

    Pickup included

  • Private Tour (1-9 Guests)

    Driver: The driver speaks Japanese, can communicate in basic English, and can useWhatsApp in English.

    Duration: 9 hours

    Toyota Hiace

    Without tour guide: The driver will not accompany you into the scenic area.

    Pickup included

  • Private Tour (1-5Guests)

    Driver: The driver speaks Japanese, can communicate in basic English, and can useWhatsApp in English.

    Duration: 9 hours

    Toyota Alphard

    Without tour guide: The driver will not accompany you into the scenic area.

    Pickup included

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