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Kobe Private Day Tour: Scenic Mountains, Gardens & Hot Springs

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8 hours
(9)
Take a private vehicle tour from Osaka or Kobe to see the sights of Kobe, including historic Arima Onsen, Mt. Rokko, and beautiful gardens. This customizable tour allows you to enjoy scenic views, cultural experiences, and relaxation, with pickups available from central Osaka or Kobe.

  • 7-hour private car tour
  • Private vehicle and fuel costs
  • English-speaking guide
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Admissions, cable car, and hot spring fees

Tour Highlights

  • Ride the historic Rokko Cable Car up Mt. Rokko for panoramic views from Osaka to Kobe

  • Visit Arima Onsen, explore the Golden and Silver Springs, enjoy a foot bath, and browse the charming hot spring town

  • Taste sake manju, a traditional Japanese sweet from the region

  • Choose between the Kobe Botanical Garden or the classic Japanese-style Sorakuen Garden

  • Explore Kobe city sights, including high-end shopping, Kobe Steak dining, Chinatown, and the 1995 earthquake memorial

  • Tour Hakutsuru’s restored sake production house and enjoy a sake tasting while learning about Kobe’s sake history

Essentials to Know Before Booking

  • Wear comfortable shoes. Some walking is required.

  • Bring two towels for the hot springs: a small washcloth and a larger towel for drying. Towels can also be bought or rented at the facility.

  • Mountain and hot spring areas may be cooler. Dress accordingly.

  • Itinerary may change due to preferences or traffic.

  • The tour starts at your lodging, port, or a designated location in Osaka or Kobe.

  • A small surcharge applies for pick-ups from the Osaka port or Universal Studios area.

Pickup location where our vehicle will collect you:
Your hotel, port, or chosen location.

  • Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time.

Reviews

Kobe Private Day Tour: Scenic Mountains, Gardens & Hot Springs
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Wonderful!
The trip was relaxing and filled with wonderful views and new and delightful experiences. Our host was excellent company. We really enjoyed ourselves!!
Tanya C
February 12, 2025
Tour guide makes the trip.
Amazing tour guide Kevin. Knowledgable. Funny. Great translator. Very safe driver. It felt like we got a super fun history lesson of the country. Would def recommend and do it again. Ask for kevin when you sign up.
Kevin H
April 24, 2025
Tanya C
February 12, 2025
Wonderful!
The trip was relaxing and filled with wonderful views and new and delightful experiences. Our host was excellent company. We really enjoyed ourselves!!
Kevin H
April 24, 2025
Tour guide makes the trip.
Amazing tour guide Kevin. Knowledgable. Funny. Great translator. Very safe driver. It felt like we got a super fun history lesson of the country. Would def recommend and do it again. Ask for kevin when you sign up.

Itinerary

Enjoy complimentary pickup from any location in central Osaka or Kobe! A small fee applies for those at USJ or the Osaka port, while pickups at Kobe port are also free of charge.

Kobe Port
2

Arima Onsen Station, Arimacho, Kita Ward, Kobe, Hyogo

Start your day with a journey on the historic Rokko Cable Car, ascending to 493 meters for breathtaking panoramic views of Osaka, the bay, and Kobe.

Kobe Cable Car
3

1364-1 Arimacho, Kita Ward, Kobe, Hyogo

Enjoy a flexible visit to Arima Onsen, soaking in its famed healing waters and exploring the charming town, with options for a full bath or a foot soak.

Arima Onsen
4

1 Chome-4-3 Kitano-cho, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo

Explore the vast Kobe Botanical Gardens for a nature immersion or experience traditional Japanese beauty at Sorakuen Gardens, each offering a unique escape.

Sorakuen Kobe
5

1 Chome-5-2 Wakinohamakaigandori, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo

Explore Chinatown, go shopping, and visit the 1995 Hanshin Earthquake Memorial.

Kobe Port Tower
6

4 Chome-5-5 Sumiyoshi Minamimachi, Higashinada Ward, Kobe, Hyogo

Discover the art of sake production at Hakutsuru, featuring a 1920s brewhouse re-creation, modern displays, and complimentary tastings within a 30-45 minute visit.

Sake Tasting

Drop off at your location of choice.

Kobe Port

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, children can join, but consider walking distances and hot springs access.

Yes. Cable car and garden admissions are not included, and hot springs entry is optional and paid separately.

This tour is flexible and can be adjusted based on your interests and external factors. Please inform your guide before the tour starts if you have any specific requests.

Yes. Pickup from central Osaka or Kobe is included. A small fee may apply for USJ or Osaka port pickups, while Kobe port pickups are free. Please provide your pickup location when booking.

No. Lunch and other food or drinks are not included. Your guide can recommend or assist with lunch arrangements.

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