Kobe Delights: Arima Onsen, Sake Breweries & Kobe Beef VIP Tour
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Kobe's charm in one day! Our tour starts with a convenient hotel pickup, whisking you to Arima Onsen Town. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you stroll through quaint streets, enjoy a soothing footbath, and savor local delicacies! Next, explore Kobe’s sake brewery district. Here, you’ll delve into the art of sake production and sample a variety of exquisite sakes, enriching your palate with this quintessential Japanese experience. Our journey continues to Harborland, Kobe’s premier tourist hotspot. Stroll along the stylish, vibrant port area, soaking in picturesque views and the lively atmosphere that makes this city unique. We'll then visit the revered Ikuta Shrine, offering a serene and culturally enriching experience as you explore its sacred grounds. Cap off your day with a luxurious Kobe beef dinner at a top-tier steakhouse. Afterward, we’ll drive you back to your hotel, or you can opt for a train ride home. This customizable tour is tailored to your preferences.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
What's not
- You can choose your favorite place for lunch in Arima Onsen (soba, udon, curry, kamameshi, etc.). Lunch fee is not included in the tour.
- Dinner reservation is included, but not the dinner itself. Choose your favorite course (¥6,000~¥25,000) on the spot or in advance and pay for your own on the day.
Itinerary
We will pick you up at your hotel by minivan. It takes about 45 minutes by car from Osaka City to Arima Onsen. We will stroll through the scenic Arima Onsen Hot spring town. We will stop at onsen temples and shrines and enjoy foot baths, onsen manju (steamed sake buns), soda crackers, and local food. On weekends, you can also stop at a geisha cafe. The path with the steam rising from the hot spring is very picturesque. We'll have lunch in this area.
There are many sake breweries in the Nada-Gogo area of Kobe. We’ll visit some of these breweries, learn about the sake production process, and taste various types of sake. If you find a sake you like, you can purchase it on the spot. You will also see a variety of products and souvenirs made from sake. You can try yummy Sake soft serve ice cream too! *Sake tastings are available for free or for a fee, but are not included in the guide fee.
This is Kobe's No. 1 popular spot. The fresh sea breeze and stylish openness of this harbor are very pleasant to stroll around. We’ll stay here for about 30 minutes.
Ikuta Shrine is a nationally famous shrine of the god of love fulfillment. After visiting this shrine, we will take you to the long-awaited Kobe Beef Dinner! You can choose your favorite dinner course. You will enjoy the world-famous Kobe beef with a teppanyaki performance! *The dinner fee is not included in the tour fee.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Kazue, Your Japanese Guide
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total duration includes travel time.
- Infants cannot join and is not advisable for this tour.
How it compares in Japan, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 274% above the median of the 106 city tours we list in Japan, outside the cities.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 39 of 106.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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