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Himeji Castle Guided Tour and Premium Kobe Beef Lunch Luxury Tour

By LIMON and Yui Olivia
Free cancellation available
Price is S$517 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

*The photos of Himeji Castle are of Courtesy of Himeji City

Experience the king of gourmet, Kobe beef, and the majesty of World Heritage Himeji Castle on this exclusive day tour from Kyoto. Travel in style aboard our deluxe bus, offering the comfort of aeroplane business class. Relax as our professional attendant serves a complimentary selection of premium sake and soft drinks.
For lunch, savour an exquisite Kobe beef meal at a restaurant that raises its own cattle. Afterwards, visit the majestic Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, guided by a local expert.
After a memorable day, we will accompany you by bus to Himeji Station and provide you with a train ticket to return to Kyoto or Osaka on your own (ticket included in the price).

  • Transport by deluxe bus from Kyoto to Himeji
  • Return ticket to Kyoto or Osaka by shinkansen (bullet train)
  • Farm-to-table Kobe beef lunch
  • Himeji Castle with expert local guide

Activity location

  • Nishiwaki
    • Nishiwaki, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti)
    • Higashikujo Nishisannocho
    • 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Check availability

Return train ticket Shin-Osaka
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Return train ticket Shin-Osaka: At the end of the tour we will accompany you by bus to Himeji JR & give you a train ticket to go to Shin-Osaka on your own

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
S$516.53 x 1 AdultS$516.53
Total
Price is S$516.53
Until Thu, 16 Apr
Return train ticket to Kyoto
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Return train ticket to Kyoto: At the end of the tour we will accompany you by bus to Himeji JR Station & give you a train ticket to go to Kyoto on your own

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
S$516.53 x 1 AdultS$516.53
Total
Price is S$516.53
Until Thu, 16 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking service attendant
  • What's includedWhat's included
    USB plugs on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    WiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Selection of complimentary sake, alcoholic and soft drinks on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Amenities
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return Shinkansen (bullet train) ticket : Himeji → Osaka/Kyoto
  • What's includedWhat's included
    High-quality Kobe Beef BBQ.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bathroom on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Himeji Castle's entrance fee and guided tour.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pick up and drop off

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
  • If you are late for the tour start time or for an activity during the tour, you will not be able to join the tour midway.
  • If you decide to leave the tour midway, we will not be able to give you the return Shinkansen (bullet train) ticket
  • Please be aware that Himeji Castle has many steps. Additionally, you will be required to remove your shoes inside the castle, so we recommend bringing a pair of socks.
  • We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 20 years old and above. Minor travellers below 20 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
  • Detailed info about Kyoto meeting point: If you are arriving via JR, please head towards the JR Hachijo East Exit (located near McDonald’s). Please note that this exit is on the south side of the station, which is the opposite side of the JR Central Entrance. If you are on the 1st floor of the JR station, please go up to the 2nd floor and follow the signs for the West Exit (Nishi-guchi). After passing through the West Exit, follow the signs for the Hachijo-guchi West Exit. Go down the stairs and continue straight, keeping the Shinkansen exit on your left. Continue walking straight until you see the sign that says "Group Bus Terminal" and take the stairs on your left. Walk straight past the lockers, and once you are in front of McDonald's, turn right and cross the street. Then, immediately turn left and cross the street again towards the Tourist Bus Terminal. Our bus attendant will be waiting for you in front of our blue bus.

Activity itinerary

Nishiwaki

  • 1h 30m
Restaurant Tatsuki receives fresh meat daily from its meat shop ensuring the best condition for serving. They provide customers with the best Kobe Beef, as they raise the cattle on their farm, sell the meat, and cook it at their own restaurant. The meat they serve is almost 100% Kobe Beef. They focus on the quality and freshness of the meat, and the chef prepares the sauce according to his own recipe. You will enjoy different cuts of excellent Kobe Beef in their Yakiniku-style dining.

Koko-en (Pass by)

On our way to Himeji Castle, we will pass by the majestic Koko-en Garden.

Himeji Castle

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site, with an experienced English guide. Himeji Castle is one of the 12 original castles in Japan that remains untouched by war and natural disasters, preserving its traditional appearance. Explore the same floors that samurai once walked 400 years ago and immerse yourself in the atmosphere while listening to our special guide's castle trivia that even locals don't know.

HIMEJI STATION

  • 15m
After visiting Himeji castle we will accompany you by bus to Himeji JR Station and our attendant will purchase and give you the shinkansen (bullet train) ticket to your preferred end point.

Location

Activity location

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    Nishiwaki
    • Nishiwaki, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti)
    • Higashikujo Nishisannocho
    • 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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