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Private Arashiyama Highlights And Bamboo Forest From Kobe

Day Trip, Private Tour

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Explore the serene beauty of Arashiyama, starting at Okochi Sanso villa with its stunning gardens and traditional teahouses. Stroll through the enchanting bamboo grove, immersing yourself in its tranquility. If time allows, visit the sacred Nonomiya Shrine and the UNESCO-listed Tenryuji Temple, renowned for its Zen architecture and rich history. A memorable journey through Japan's natural and cultural heritage awaits!

Private Arashiyama Highlights and Bamboo Forest from Kobe

Experience the enchanting beauty of Japan with our exclusive private shore excursion from Kobe, where you'll uncover the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of Arashiyama. This meticulously curated tour takes you through stunning gardens, serene bamboo groves, and historic temples, offering a memorable journey that captures the essence of traditional Japan.

Your adventure begins with a seamless transfer from the Kobe port to the exquisite Okochi Sanso Villa. Renowned as one of the most picturesque villas in the region, Okochi Sanso features meticulously designed gardens, serene teahouses, and a Zen meditation hall. Here, you'll have the chance to savor a cup of authentic Japanese green tea while immersing yourself in the tranquility of this beautiful setting (cost of tea not included). The harmonious blend of nature and architecture makes this stop a true highlight of your day.

Next, prepare to be mesmerized by the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a must-see in the Land of the Rising Sun. As you stroll along the pathways flanked by towering bamboo stalks, you'll feel a deep sense of peace envelop you. The gentle rustling of the bamboo leaves creates a soothing symphony that perfectly complements the stunning visual display, making this experience a delightful escape into nature.

If time allows, we'll visit the revered Nonomiya Shrine, a sacred site historically significant for Imperial unmarried princesses preparing to become High Priestesses at the Grand Shrine of Ise. While it may not be a large site, its spiritual essence and historical importance offer a profound connection to Japan’s royal traditions.

The journey concludes at Tenryuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the premier Zen temple in Arashiyama. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich history, this temple was built on the site where, according to legend, a priest dreamt of a dragon rising from the river. The temple's stunning gardens and serene atmosphere provide a perfect ending to your day of exploration.

This private tour not only showcases the beauty of Arashiyama but also offers personalized attention and unique insights from our knowledgeable guides. With everything from transportation to entrance fees included, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in this unforgettable experience. Book now to discover the magic of Japan in one spectacular day!

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Tour Type
Private
 
Group Size
Private
 
Activity Type(s)
Private Sightseeing
 
Tour Duration
7 Hours
 
Activity Level
Easy
 
Tour Leaves From
An approximate 5 to 10-minute walk from the cruise ship pier is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Not Included
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing comfortable seasonal clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. A hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent are also suggested.
 
Restrictions
Participants must be able to step in and out of vehicles on their own. This tour is wheelchair accessible if the guest has a companion to assist. Motorized scooters are not allowed.
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About Shore Excursions Group
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.