Private Car - Experience Kobe City's Best Gems in a private car

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: Japanese, English
4 or 7 hours with a local host
Native English Speaking host
100% Private and Personalized Experience
Private Car

Food and drinks
Gratuities (if applicable)
Parking fees (when applicable)

Overview

Private Car and walking tour. Perfect for the hot and humid summer months, or the cold winter times. Also to simply see more too. A private tour - to maintain the unique energy of your group. Have any special interests or requests? We can add it into your Kobe experience...just let us know. A Great Mix of the Old & New of Kobe City... oh yeah! Have a local, native English speaking host. Spend time enjoying the city, (and not spending time getting lost in train stations or lost in translation)....another Oh yeah! Once you have booked your experience, we will be in touch with you within 48-hours to plan your personalized experience, and finalize our meeting point. For tours less than 48-hours, we will contact you sooner.

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APA Hotel Kobe sannomiya Ekimae 2-11-26 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0011
Business Hotel Tomoe 5-4-19 Kotonoocho, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 651-0094
Candeo Hotels Kobe Tor Road 3-8-8 Sannomiyacho, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0021
Daiichi Grand Hotel Kobe Sannomiya 2-1-23 Nakayamatedori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0004
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kobe Sannomiya Premier 1-2-2 Sannomiyacho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0021
Dormy Inn Kobemotomachi 2-5-1 Sakaemachidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0023
Hana Hotel 4-2-7 Nunobikicho, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 651-0097
Hotel Dormy Inn Kobe Motomachi 2-5-1 Sakaemachidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0023
Hotel Konigs-Krone Kobe 2-3-10 Sannomiyacho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0021
Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland 7-2 Hatobacho, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0042
Hotel Monte Hermana Kobe Amalie 2-2-28 Nakayamatedori, Chuo-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0004
Hotel Monterey Kobe 2-11-13 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0011
Hotel Okura Kobe 2-1 Hatobacho, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-8560
Hotel Viamare Kobe 67 Kyomachi, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0034
Hougetu 5-5-15 Shimoyamate-Dori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0011
Kitagami Hotel 4-8-19 Kanocho, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0001
Kobe Gajoen Hotel 8-4-23 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0011
Kobe Kitano Hotel Yamamotodori 3-3-3-20, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0003
Kobe Motomachi Tokyu REI Hotel 1-2-35 Sakaemachidori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0023
Kobe Plaza Hotel 1-13-12 Motomachidori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0022
Kobe Plaza Hotel west 3-4-7 Motomachidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0022
Kobe Port Tower Hotel 6-1 Hatobacho, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0042
Kobe Port Tower Hotel Annex 6-1 Hatobacho, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0042
Kobe Tor Road Hotel Sanraku 3-1-19 Nakayamate Dori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0004
Koko Hotel Kobe Sannomiya 63 Naniwamachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0035
Lasse Hall 4-10-8 Nakayamatedori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0004
Oriental Hotel 25 Kyomachi, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0034
Peare Kobe 7-3-18 Nakayamatedori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0004
R&B Hotel Kobe Motomachi 3-3-1 Sannomiyacho, Chuo-ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0021
Remm Plus Kobe Sannomiya 4-2-1 Kanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0001
Smile Hotel Kobe Motomachi 2-5-8 Motomachidori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0022
The B Kobe 2-11-5 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-Ku, , Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0011
The Royal Canvas Kobe Sannomiya 2-3-1 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0011
Toyofuku 23-18 Hanakumacho, Chuo-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 650-0013
Toyoko Inn Kobe Sannomiya-eki Shiyakusho Mae 4-1-3 Hachimandori Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, JP, 651-0085

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Meeting points

Kobe Station
3-chōme-1-1 Aioichō, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0025, Japan

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JR line. Right outside of the ticketing gate. We will provide you with the guide's photo in advance.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Chinatown (Nankinmachi)

China Town nestled on the side of Motomachi. You will feel like you are in a totally different area from when you step into this street.

15 minutes
Venus Bridge

Beautiful skyline view of Kobe. Where couples write their names or short message on locks, attaches is it to the sculpture on top, and throw away the keys. Telescopes are available to look around.

1 hour
Meriken Park

We will be passing through Harbor land and Meriken Park. This is a beautiful port area for both locals and travelers alike. In Meriken there are many eateries and shops to browse.

1 hour
Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street

The place where locals love to shop. Closer to Daimaru store, the shops are more so cosmopolitan, and going towards the Kobe Station side, you see a mix of new, and old (many generations owned stores).

1 hour
Suma Beach

Seasonal - during Summer and early Fall months. Although quiet on many of the months of the year, the summer gets fun with the pop up restaurants with music playing, stroll some through the warm waters, and people watch as some are perfecting their selfies.

1 hour
Minatogawa Shrine

One of the two most popular shrines in Kobe City. It is a shrine, and for this one, it is more muted... without the famous orange/red every where. Very popular for many different important celebrations for locals.

30 minutes
Kitanocho Hiroba

Kitano area of Kobe. When Japan opened its borders once again, many foreign settlers from around the world built in this Kitano area. International feel, and unique buildings to see.

1 hour
Ikuta Shrine

One of two most popular shrines in Kobe City. Vibrant colors, old history, and getting to this shrine is fun because you go through the entertainment part of Kobe.

15 minutes
Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Street

Sannomiya is a main entertainment area of Kobe. Izakayas, Karaoke box, niche bars, sake tasting, and Kobe Beef.

45 minutes

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund

February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

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Terrific Kobe tour!

Published on May, 2024

Excellent tour of the sites and shopping areas of Kobe, including Chinatown and Motomoshi. Michelle was a fun, knowledgeable guide with very high energy!

A Fantastic Day in Kobe

Published on May, 2024

Michelle gave us a very comprehensive view of Kobe and an excellent referral for dinner . We learned so much about Japanese culture and life in Kobe . Well done Michelle

Wonderful half day in Kobe

Published on Oct, 2023

We had a wonderful half day tour with Michelle. She loves Kobe and showed us the beauty of the city, the lifestyle of the people and shared the history. She is a lively guide, speaks perfect English and not only made us feel very welcome, but left us wishing we had more time to explore this vibrant city. Hire Michelle! You will not be disappointed!

Driving tour was perfect for pacing our energy.

Published on Sep, 2023

Such a great experience, our host was great. Majority of the tours in Japan are walking tours, and to have the option of a driving tour was perfect! We were starting our 2-week travels in Japan through Kobe, so didn’t want to wear ourselves out too soon. Not only did we get to pace our energy, we also got to see more of Kobe. Our host Michelle was funny and personable too. Highly recommend.

Amazing top pick guide. We loved our tour.

Published on Aug, 2023

Our guide Michelle took us to all of our top choices, and added other sights for us to enjoy! It was great to have an enthusiastic guide who’s love and knowledge for Kobe just flowed out of her. Top pick guide for sure.