K-16 Excursion to Himeji and Kobe’s White Heron Castle (from Osaka, Kobe, or Kyoto)

Price per person: On request

English-speaking guide.
Start time: 9:00 am
Duration: 8–9 hours
Travel time: From Osaka 30 min / from Kyoto 1 hr

Tour highlights: Himeji Castle – Meriken Park – Kobe Port Tower – Kitano Historical District – Cable Car to Mount Rokko

During the tour you will:

• Explore the majestic Himeji Castle, known as the “White Heron Castle” for its graceful, snow-white appearance, rising at the foot of Mount Hime.
• Stroll through Meriken Park, the iconic symbol of Kobe.
• Capture photos with the 108-meter-tall Kobe Port Tower in the background (observation deck visit optional, ticket purchased on site).
• Walk through the historic Kitano district, home to former Western consulates established after Japan opened its doors to the world.
• See the English House and Kitano Foreigners’ Association (exterior only).
• Ride the cable car up Mount Rokko and enjoy sweeping views of Kobe Bay and the city skyline.

Important notes:

• Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Kyoto/Osaka/Kobe (extra charges apply for hotels outside these areas) or at the Shin-Osaka/Kobe Cruise Port station, and accompany you back at the end of the tour.
• Discounts for children: Ages 0–5 free; ages 6–11 receive a discount of ¥1,500 / USD 15 with private transport plans, and ¥6,200 / USD 62 with the public transport plan.
• Travel time from Kyoto/Osaka: 2–2.5 hours.