3 Shore Excursions Tours in Japan, Ranked by Travellers

1.Kyoto private tour (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $237Our pick

A private 8-hour Kyoto day trip from Osaka or Kobe, with a licensed guide, included temple tickets, and lunch plus a flexible route.

“Minako Ando was an excellent guide. Lots of patience and very knowledgeable about the sites visited. Unlike some of the cruise sponsored excursions, we were never rushed and went at our own pace. All the sites Minako took us to were culturally beautiful. We recommend her to anyone doing a Kyoto excursion.”

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2.Private Walking Shore Excursion- Kyoto/Osaka/Nara/Kobe

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $141Best value

Private walking shore excursion from Kobe to Kyoto, Osaka, or Nara, with an English guide using public transport. Customize your day in 6-8 hours.

“Tour was exactly what I wanted- a visit to see the deer in Nara. Alyssa was an attentive guide and accommodated my walking needs. She was friendly and a joy to chat with. It was a great day!”

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3.Kobe private tour from Osaka (Shore excursion available from Osaka or Kobe port)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $195

Private Kobe shore excursion from Osaka or Kobe port with herb gardens, Nunobiki ropeway views, Hakutsuru sake tasting, Kitano Ijinkan houses, harbor time.

“Lovely day with Kaori. We enjoyed this tour very much. Kaori is so nice and friendly. Kobe was one of the best tour in Japon. The garden, flowers, the views and the port were memorable. I recommend Kaori ☺️”

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