Kobe Shore Excursions
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Locating on a hillside overlooking the sea surrounding Honsu Island, Kobe is one of the most popular port-city in Japan. This city is home to hills and narrow winding roads that creating a breathtaking natural backdrop for the city skyline. Just 30 minutes by train from Kobe port to Osaka, travelers can hop on Kobe shore excursions to visit many cultural cities including Osaka, Himeji, Nara, and especially the former capital Kyoto. Same as the rest of Japan, the best time to visit Kobe and cities nearby is in spring and autumn. The perfect weather during this time with mild temperature and lack of rain help creating fantastic experiences. On the other hand, Kobe is hot and humid during summer, and coldly covered with snow in winter.
Take a first step to the city, you can see an iconic landmark, 108-meter high Kobe Port Tower. The tower shines brightly against the illuminated skyline at night, offering a sensational rooftop-panoramic view over the city. Best attractions to visit in shore excursions to Kobe, Kyoto, Osaka, Himeji, and Nara are:
- Himeji Castle – the most elegant castle in Japan with a perfect white appearance
- Kinkakuji Temple – the Golden Pavilion
- Nijo-Jo Castle – the residence of the first shogun from the Edo Period
- Kiyomizu-Dera Temple – Pure Water Temple
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove – the most beautiful bamboo forest
- Dotonbori shopping area
- Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine – a historical treasure
- Hakutsuru Sake Museum – taste the best Japanese wine
Asia Shore Excursions offers many exciting Kobe shore excursions for cruise ship passengers who stop at Kobe port in Japan. Please contact us to get the best Kobe day tours or enjoy the flexibility to tailor the tour to fit your needs.
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Takamatsu Highlights
Explore the top highlights of Takamatsu city with Asia Shore Excursions, first, head to the Takamatsu Castle, one of the well-preserved built along a waterfront, always be the must-see place when travelling to Japan…
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Nara City Tour
Mesmerized by the stunning view of Osaka Castle, stroll around and feed the friendly deer in Nara Deer Park, they must leave lots of nice memories…
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The Best of Kobe with Traditional Rituals
Shigisan is blessed richly with both nature and stunning views. Take part in Buddhist sutras, sermons, and meditation, and experience it for yourself.
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Kyoto Sightseeing, Maiko Lunch & Doll Making Experience
Tasting Japanese culture with authentic local experiences is what you will enjoy by spending a day in Kyoto. Visit the famous splendid Kiyomizu-dera Temple and impressive Nijo-jo Castle, sample Japanese cuisine with Maiko at Jinmatsuan traditional teahouse, and hands-on making your favorite doll costumes…
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Ultimate Kyoto Sightseeing Tour
This ultimate Kyoto shore excursion covers all worth-visit attractions from Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Nijo Castle, and Kinkakuji Temple to Arashiyama Bamboo Forest…
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Kyoto Highlight Tour
This Kyoto shore excursion will lead you to many cultural and religious places such as Kinkakuji Temple, Nijo Castle, and Kiyomizu-Dera Temple..
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Nara Park & Osaka Castle
After docking at Kobe port, hop on this shore excursion to explore the cities of Nara and Osaka. Witness the splendid view of Osaka Castle, feed the adorable deer in Nara Deer Park, and be mesmerizing at the spectacular architecture of Osaka Castle…
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Kyoto – Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine & Sake Brewery
This Kyoto shore excursion from Kobe port delivers you to one of the most sacred shrines in Japan – Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine. Then enjoy a glass of sake in Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum…
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Himeji Castle & Arima Onsen
Different from other Kobe shore excursions, along with bringing you to explore the highlights of Himeji city including splendid Himeji Castle and elegant Kokoen Garden, this trip also provides a valuable chance to experience the hot spring bath in Arima Onsen…
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Essence of Arashiyama – Fushimi Inari Taisha
Arashiyama – the second important district of Kyoto – is a land of various wonderful places waiting to be discovered. Sample the traditional Japanese green tea…
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Himeji Castle & Maiko Marine Promenade
This shore excursion start from Kobe or Osaka port delivers you to taste the peaceful and beautiful attractions of Kobe and Himeji. Get a glimpse of Edo-style architecture at Himeji Castle and park surrounding, gaze at Kokoen Garden, and take the spectacular view over the huge bridge in Maiko Marine Promenade…
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Kyoto Highlight Tour & Lunch with Maiko
This Kyoto shore excursion is highlighted by a lunch and tea ceremony with Maiko, a sightseeing time at Nijo-jo Castle, and learn about Japanese traditional religion in Kiyomizu-dera Temple…
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The Best of Kyoto & Arashiyama
This one-day tour offers us an overview of one’s favorite city in Japan as well as a chance to visit the highlights in Kyoto such as surreal Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, symbolic Kinkakuji Temple, magnificent Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, and vibrant culinary Nishiki Market…
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Himeji – Kobe – Osaka Grand Discovery
Experience completely different scenery of Himeji Castle & Kokoen Garden or spend time discovering professional Kobe Sake Brewery. Live the hustle and bustle moments in Sannomiya-Motomachi and Dotonbori areas. All in one tour will give you the fascinating trip ever…
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Kobe Highlight Tour
This half-day Highlight Kobe shore excursion offers us a chance to visit the most of Kobe attractions from cruise port including Kobe Sake brewery, Old Foreigner Residence, China Town, Sannomiya Shopping Arcade…
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