Himeji Private Tour from Osaka or Kobe

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Himeji castle is located on a top of a small hill. People also call it egret castle as it looks like a white heron flying over the hill.

There is a beautiful park called Koko-en nearby. Nine different types of Japanese gardens are here with different landscapes. You can experience Japanese tea ceremony here.

Tour guide will meet you at your accommodation and start the tour hassle-free.
As it's a private tour, you can relax and visit sights at your own pace.

We use local trains like locals do. However, if you want to try Shinkansen and get reserved seats, it will cost around 10,000 yen per person including guide's shinkansen ride. JR Rail Pass holder can maximize the use it.

Please make sure to clarify your choice.

What's Included

Entrance Fees
Guide meets you at your hotel / port
National Licensed Guide
Transportation fee: Around 5,000 yen/person using public transportation
Lunch
Gratuities
Insurance

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please let us know your hotel or accommodation. If it's out of Osaka or Kobe, we'll suggest a meeting point.

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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Known also as white heron castle for its beauty and gorgeous look. It's also famous as a castle that was not involved in any wars.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    This park was built as cultural site when Himeji celebrated a centennial anniversary as a city. The area used to be west palace of the castle and samurai mansions etc. Nine different types of Japanese gardens are laid out, so you can enjoy many styles of gardens.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Strolling alongside the street is quite amusing. Small shops are open for souvenir as well

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

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

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