Kobe
Cruise stop-over: explore the city from Kobe port
Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 8 hours
5.0
(10)
Cruise stop-over: explore the city from Kobe port
Discover Kobe on a shore excursion with a local to reveal the highlights and the hidden gems.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- On a private and personalized shore excursion in Kobe, explore the city and make the most of your time
- Your host, a local insider, will show you the city’s top sights and famous landmarks
- Discover Kobe’s international culture, unique cosmopolitan atmosphere and natural beauty
- Eat and drink in tiny eateries and hidden izakaya bars with only locals!
- Try the cuisine that Kobe is famous for, from Kobe beef to mapo tofu, a spicy, Chinese-Japanese dish
- Discover Kobe secret spots and hidden gems that you won’t find in a guidebook!
- Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get back well on time… for your peace of mind….
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
100% private and personalized itinerary
8 hours with a host (including travel time) - this can be customized, just get in touch to let us know how long you will be docking for.
Kobe Machimeguri 1day pass ( Including Free pass for unlimited travel on trains-excluding JR lines. Bonus Kobe City Fun Pass coupon valued at 700JPY t
Kobe Machimeguri 1day pass ( Including Free pass for unlimited travel on trains-excluding JR lines. Bonus Kobe City Fun Pass coupon valued at 700JPY t
Walking and public transport experience (If required private taxi options. Additional cost will be applied)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs (other than the ones included in the experience)
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
KOBE PORT TERMINAL - The host will be waiting in the arrival lobby.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Make the most of your time in Kobe, with a local insider leading the way and revealing its secrets! As one of the first ports to open to foreigners, Kobe has a uniquely international feel that’s unlike anywhere else in Japan. There’s nowhere better to begin than Kobe Port Town, the city’s cultural hub that’s known for its history, great nightlife and the iconic, twisting Port Tower. You could discover Chinatown, barbecue your own Kobe beef, or pray for love at the Ikuta Shrine. But it’s not just a cosmopolitan vibe that the city is renowned for; you could explore the Mt Rokko mountains to hike pristine forest trails, soak in the famous hot springs or even take the Rokko Cable car to the summit for views all the way to Osaka!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Diane
May 2025
Andy
Mar 2025
Silva is an exceptional guide and gave us a full experience of Kobe and the six of us achieved everything we asked for. We had a real mix of activities including a trip to the 2nd largest suspension bridge in the world! The tour was amazing and that night we sailed under it on our way to the next destination. Thank you for a fantastic day Silva, and he also took some super photos of the group as an added bonus!
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Andy
Mar 2025
Silva provided us with a varied and interesting day in Kobe and we achieved everything we wanted. His knowledge and explanations were easy to follow and the surprises like the train trip to the bridge, we later sailed under, was an added bonus!
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Tracey
Jul 2024
City Unscripted set us up with Angelica. She was just lovely. She shared her Kobe with us and it included everything from the Ikuta Shrine to karaoke. We loved our day and will never forget this experience or Kobe. Thank you Angelica—you were wonderful for our families.
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Philip
Jul 2024
Excellent Tour! We had. Fantastic day at Kobe. Our tour guide “Silva” was great. We looked at all sites in Kobe and enjoyed authentic Kobe beef! It was lot of fun! Having a good tour guide makes a bug difference!
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Tracey
Jul 2024
Angelic was warm, friendly, excellent with children and our families. She gave us an incredible view of her hometown and we enjoyed our day immensely. I can’t say enough wonderful things about our tour. It was a perfect day.
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