Customizable Private Day Trip by Car from Kyoto to Hikone, Omi

Kyoto, Japan
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Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

With the flexibility to choose your departure time and itinerary, this tour is perfect for those who want to explore specific locations at their own pace or for those who want to explore at their own pace.
Enjoy a personalized experience on this private tour.
Explore hidden spots and local alleyways that tourists won't find.
Enjoy a private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Options

Groups of 1-9 people

Driver: The driver speaks Japanese, can communicate in basic English, and can use WhatsApp in English.
Toyota Hiace
No tour guide: The driver will not accompany you into the scenic area.
Pickup included

English-speaking tour guide

English-speaking tour guide: An English-speaking tour guide will accompany you throughout the trip.
Payment is required for the guide's ticket.

Toyota Alphard or Toyota Hiace: A dedicated car and driver will be available to serve you throughout the entire trip.
Pickup included

Groups of 1-5 people

Driver: The driver speaks Japanese, can communicate in basic English, and can use WhatsApp in English.
Toyota Alphard: Group of 5, no luggage allowed
No tour guide: The driver will not accompany you into the scenic area.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • highway toll
  • Parking Fees
  • Tickets are not included in the price, but we can help you purchase them.
  • Snacks

What to expect

  1. Hikone Castle
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Admission fees are not included and must be purchased separately.

    Regular Admission Fee: Adults: 1,000 yen, Elementary and Junior High School Students: 300 yen

    Hikone Castle is known for its beautiful backdrop of Lake Biwa, its National Treasure keep, its castle walls that remain almost completely intact, and its charming seasonal scenery. Construction took approximately 20 years and was completed in 1622, making it one of Japan's most famous castles. The keep is a National Treasure, and the castle grounds are home to many Important Cultural Properties, including the Tenbin Yagura (balcony tower) and Taikomon Yagura (drum gate tower).
    Tickets: Adults: ¥1,000, Elementary and Junior High School Students: ¥300
    Tickets are not included in the price, but we can assist you in purchasing them.
  2. La Collina Omihachiman
    1h
    La Collina Omihachiman is the flagship store of Taneya, a long-established Japanese confectionery shop, and Club Harie, a Western confectionery shop famous for its Baumkuchen. La Collina means "hill" in Italian. The site is an astonishing 120,000 square meters, roughly the size of three Koshien Stadiums! The main shop is a grass-covered building with a thatched roof.
  3. Omihachiman
    3h
    Hatayama, a 271.9m-high mountain, is the site of Hachimanyama Castle, built by Toyotomi Hidetsugu in 1585 (Tensho 13). It is believed to have been a massive fortress with the Honmaru (main keep) at the very top of Hachimanyama, and the Ninomaru (second bailey), Nishinomaru (west bailey), Kitanomaru (northern bailey), and Demaru (outer bailey). While only the stone walls remain, the remains of the Murakumo Palace Zuiryuji Temple Monastery stands on the site of the Honmaru. The Hachimanyama Ropeway takes you from the base of the mountain to the summit in approximately four minutes, offering views of Lake Biwa and the former castle town of Omihachiman.
    Omihachiman City is famous for its Hachimanbori moat and waterfront sightseeing trails. With its white-walled storehouses, mansions built by wealthy merchants, and stone walls, the charming streets seem as if time has stood still for centuries, making it a tourist attraction that is a delight to stroll through.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your driver-guide will pick you up from the lobby of your Kyoto hotel or Airbnb 5 minutes prior to the scheduled start of your tour. If you are arriving at Kyoto Station, please wait at the Hachijo Exit at the designated time.

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

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