Private Tour - Tracing the Quaintness Nature and Traditional Crafts in Kobe

5.0(1)6 hFree cancellationBy OTOMO Travel Guide

About this activity

Kobe is known as an international port city, but it is also known as a place that reminds us of nature and conveys traditions.

This tour will take you to see the craftsmanship and cultures nurtured in Kobe, as well as the nature that shows its expression in each of the four seasons.

First, you will visit Nunobiki Falls, known as one of the three most sacred waterfalls in Japan, where you can feel the majestic activity of nature.

At the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, you can experience and learn about the carpentry techniques that have supported the development of Japan.

At the end of the tour, you will visit the Sorakueb Garden, a quaint place with a perfect blend of nature, tradition, and Japanese and Western culture.

We will provide you with a day to rediscover the charm of Kobe by experiencing the nature and traditions scattered throughout the city.

What's included

✓Private Tour
✓Necessary expenses for the tour guide
✓Tour Guide

Not included

✕Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own
✕Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own
✕Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✕The use of private van

Meeting and pickup

JR Sannomiya Station central exit, in front of the Ticket Office

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If it rains on the day of the tour, we will not visit Nunobiki Falls for safety reasons.
The tour end location will differ from the start location. If you would like to change the end location, please consult with your tour guide.
The travel expense is not included in the tour fee. Please bring extra money to experience this tour to its fullest. (Entrance fees, transportation fees, activity fees, etc. - at least about JPY4,100 /person)
If you do not arrive at the specified starting place after 60 minutes from the agreed meeting time, the tour will be considered canceled.

Cancellation policy

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

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