Shore Excursion
5 (37)

Cruise stop-over: day trip to Kyoto from Osaka port

8 hours English
5 (37)
100% Personalized

Get picked up at Osaka port and explore Kyoto on a private tour tailored to your schedule and wishes!

Kokoro
Kokoro
Tess
Tess

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

8 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Osaka port or a central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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.

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.
Round trip local train transportation between Osaka Port International Terminal and Kyoto Station
Walking experience in the city center. Your host can suggest transport options if needed (at your own cost)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs other than the ones included in the experience
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Travel to Kyoto from Osaka Port via public transport with your local host leading the way
  • Explore Kyoto and visit its most famous shrines, temples and districts in just one day
  • Discover what makes Kyoto so unique, from its ancient culture to traditional food and drink
  • You could sample sake from a historic brewery in the sake-brewing district.
  • Visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, or explore central Kyoto and its geisha district
  • Your host will reveal a few secret spots you can’t find in a guidebook
  • Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get back well on time… for your peace of mind….

What travelers think of our Japan experiences

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Archie Oct 2025

Our host was superb and taught us so much. She is an asset to your company.

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Rachael Aug 2025

Ai was a great host from start to finish on what was a very warm day in Kyoto. She took great care of us in the heat and gave us salt tablets to keep us hydrated. She was attentive and informative throughout. We loved visiting the fabric dying museum in Arashimaya where it was so calm and peaceful. Going to Arashimaya first also meant we missed the busiest periods in Kyoto’s streets and they were much calmer in the afternoon. We felt this was a great touch. Ai really understood that we wanted to avoid crowded tourist traps and adjusted the itinerary for this.

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Ajit Apr 2024

Mel was an excellent guide who customised the tour to our liking. Took us to buy south sea pearls that we were looking for and also took us to Kobe for the authentic beef experience!

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Emily Mar 2024

Tiana was a wonderful guide for our day trip from Kyoto to Osaka. It was our last day in Japan and we only had the afternoon/evening but she put together the perfect itinerary that gave us just the right mix of attractions, street food, and nightlife. She’s also a fantastic photographer!

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Ana Aug 2023

Kyoto is wonderfull city. In August humid, but we managed. Maha suggested some route according to our plans. And she send us lots of messages via Whatsup. She answered all ours questions.

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Raja Feb 2023

Tess is very nice and friendly. She knows a lot about Kyoto (our chosen tour). She taught and familiarised us with using the train network in Japan. She managed to tailor the itinerary to our interest and personality. She was also very flexible and can adjust the itinerary as we changed our minds on some places due to wanting to spend more time on a certain place. She is always energetic and high spirited and made sure the pace was okay for us. Overall, we had a very fun, enjoyable and fruitful trip. Highly recommend Tess.

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Real Stories, Real Connections

Blossom Moments: A Spring Picnic Under Cherry Trees

Blossom Moments: A Spring Picnic Under Cherry Trees

Friends Amidst the Serenity of the Bamboo Forest

Friends Amidst the Serenity of the Bamboo Forest

Sky Painted in Gold: A Stroll at Dusk

Sky Painted in Gold: A Stroll at Dusk

Joyful Stroll in Japan's Historic Streets

Joyful Stroll in Japan's Historic Streets

Bonds and Beauty at a Historic Site

Bonds and Beauty at a Historic Site

Charmed Moments Beneath the Pagoda

Charmed Moments Beneath the Pagoda

Tranquil Retreat: Guests in a Zen Garden

Tranquil Retreat: Guests in a Zen Garden

Morning Stroll by Tower Bridge: A Timeless Encounter

Morning Stroll by Tower Bridge: A Timeless Encounter

Emerging Through the Wishful Archway

Emerging Through the Wishful Archway

Whispers by the Waterfall: Friends in Nature's Embrace

Whispers by the Waterfall: Friends in Nature's Embrace

Journey Through Kyoto's Timeless Torii

Journey Through Kyoto's Timeless Torii

Bamboo Bliss: Friends Embracing Nature's Majesty

Bamboo Bliss: Friends Embracing Nature's Majesty

Pathway to Serenity: A Hidden Garden Escape

Pathway to Serenity: A Hidden Garden Escape

Harmony in the Cascade's Gentle Murmur

Harmony in the Cascade's Gentle Murmur

Radiant Smiles in the Starlit Evening

Radiant Smiles in the Starlit Evening

Sunlit Smiles in Kyoto's Tranquil Courtyard

Sunlit Smiles in Kyoto's Tranquil Courtyard

Joyful Wanderings in Kyoto's Enchanted Forest

Joyful Wanderings in Kyoto's Enchanted Forest

A Day of Discovery: Embracing Nature's Serenity

A Day of Discovery: Embracing Nature's Serenity

Beneath the Bloom: A Tranquil Escape

Beneath the Bloom: A Tranquil Escape

Capturing Joy: A Serendipitous Smile at the Fushimi Inari Shrine

Capturing Joy: A Serendipitous Smile at the Fushimi Inari Shrine

Smiles in a Bamboo Wonderland

Smiles in a Bamboo Wonderland

Family Adventure by the Golden Temple

Family Adventure by the Golden Temple

A Day of Smiles and History in Kyoto

A Day of Smiles and History in Kyoto

A Dazzling New Year Celebration

A Dazzling New Year Celebration

Captivated by Tradition: A Moment at the Temple

Captivated by Tradition: A Moment at the Temple

Evening Stroll in Enchanting Kyoto

Evening Stroll in Enchanting Kyoto

Family Moments at the Vibrant Torii Tunnel

Family Moments at the Vibrant Torii Tunnel

Family Adventure in Kyoto

Family Adventure in Kyoto

Surrounded by centuries of tradition

Surrounded by centuries of tradition

Night Lights & Lantern Legends

Night Lights & Lantern Legends

Charmed in Gion

Charmed in Gion

Hidden shrines and heartfelt connections

Hidden shrines and heartfelt connections

Golden Hour at Kiyomizu-dera

Golden Hour at Kiyomizu-dera

Ice Cream Break in Old Kyoto

Ice Cream Break in Old Kyoto

Morning Light & Timeless Streets

Morning Light & Timeless Streets

Pagoda Strolls & Smiles All Around

Pagoda Strolls & Smiles All Around

Fushimi Inari, the Insider Way

Fushimi Inari, the Insider Way

Family Roots at Yasaka Shrine

Family Roots at Yasaka Shrine

A Table Full of Stories

A Table Full of Stories

New Friends in Old Streets

New Friends in Old Streets

Tempura & Togetherness

Tempura & Togetherness

The Fox Shrine Crew

The Fox Shrine Crew

Sannenzaka Strolls & Big Grins

Sannenzaka Strolls & Big Grins

Wagyu, Wasabi & Wonderful Company

Wagyu, Wasabi & Wonderful Company

Kyoto’s Rooftops & Reflections

Kyoto’s Rooftops & Reflections

Walking through the iconic Fushimi Inari gates

Walking through the iconic Fushimi Inari gates

Big smiles and even bigger stories

Big smiles and even bigger stories

Soft Steps & Serene Views

Soft Steps & Serene Views

From ancient torii gates to new friendships

From ancient torii gates to new friendships

A wintery evening stroll and some of the best street snacks in the city

A wintery evening stroll and some of the best street snacks in the city

Wandering through a forest of giants

Wandering through a forest of giants

A day filled with culture and laughter

A day filled with culture and laughter

Wandering Kyoto’s shopping arcades

Wandering Kyoto’s shopping arcades

Golden hour, cherry blossoms, and two friends soaking up Kyoto’s quiet charm

Golden hour, cherry blossoms, and two friends soaking up Kyoto’s quiet charm

A Cozy Culinary Moment tucked into a quiet Kyoto alley

A Cozy Culinary Moment tucked into a quiet Kyoto alley

The perfect view to end a perfect Kyoto day.

The perfect view to end a perfect Kyoto day.

Family adventures down Kyoto’s most charming slope

Family adventures down Kyoto’s most charming slope

 Pagoda Postcard Vibes

Pagoda Postcard Vibes

Lunch with a local – and two new ramen lovers officially converted

Lunch with a local – and two new ramen lovers officially converted

Nothing bonds like good food and great company in Kyoto

Nothing bonds like good food and great company in Kyoto

Walking through these thousand torii gates

Walking through these thousand torii gates

A Ryokan-Style Feast

A Ryokan-Style Feast

Tucked away in Kyoto’s Arashiyama bamboo grove

Tucked away in Kyoto’s Arashiyama bamboo grove

Playful Spirits at Fushimi Inari

Playful Spirits at Fushimi Inari

Matcha Dreams Come True

Matcha Dreams Come True

Cocktails with a view

Cocktails with a view

A walk through time

A walk through time

Rural charm and cultural calm

Rural charm and cultural calm

A peaceful pause with Kannon

A peaceful pause with Kannon