Private Car Full Day Tour of Osaka Temples, Gardens and Kofun Tombs

Name: Private Car Full Day Tour of Osaka Temples, Gardens and Kofun Tombs
Brand: Pinpoint Traveler
SKU: 0a45e484-ea83-446b-99ef-08266fbd85bf

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Summary

Begin your tour with pickup at your hotel in Osaka. Meet your private guide and climb into your private vehicle, then set off for Osaka Castle, once the stronghold of the city. Then it's on to the grounds of Shitennoji Temple, which dates back to the 6th century. Explore the Japanese garden (at an additional cost) and see the shrines, grand dates, and pagoda. Your next stop is the old entertainment quarter of Shinsekai for a quick walking tour of emblematic landmarks. Then visit the large Shinto complex called Sumiyoshi Taisha, where you'll see the famous arching bridge and note differences in style from the Buddhist temple on your guided tour. Stop for lunch at a kaiten sushi, or 'revolving sushi', restaurant, before continuing to Sakai, a city that borders Osaka to the south. From the Sakai City Hall, get a panoramic view over the city, including its large 'kofun', or tombs. Explore one of the tombs, then explore nearby Daisen Park (tickets not included), home to a modern Japanese garden. Please note: the Shitennoji gardens are closed on the 21st of each month and the Japanese gardens at Daisen Park are closed on Mondays. If Daisen Park's Japanese Garden is closed on the day of your tour, you can choose an alternative activity.

Tour info

Duration

8 hours

Why take this tour?

Osaka is a bustling city chock full of "big city" things to do, but there's another side to it as well. This tour takes you from your hotel to notable temples, a historic entertainment quarter, gardens, and the famous "kofun" tombs in Osaka and south to Sakai City, all in a private, luxury vehicle. Your native or equivalent English-speaking driver/guide will ensure the trip is light and fun, while also keeping it intellectually stimulating and informative in a well-rounded, accessible way. As this is a private tour, discussions about changes to the itinerary are welcome! Depending on your request, additional charges may apply.

What’s included?

Local guide
Transport by private vehicle
Central Osaka hotel pickup
Entrance fees (500 yen/person total)
Food and drinks
Osaka port area pickup and drop off adds 2,500 yen each way. Shin-Osaka adds 1,000 yen each way.
Child seat: 1,000 yen payable on day of tour.
Entry/Admission - Daisen Park

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h
Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

This is a private vehicle tour, so only the guide is not part of your group. The guide will wear a mask in the vehicle and also while touring outside the vehicle.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.

Operator Website

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Pinpoint Traveler

About operator:

Enjoy our popular food and drink cultural tours (more than just eating!), or one of other authentic experiences in Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, or Hiroshima. We focus on providing entertaining narratives provided by excellent (usually native) speakers of your chosen language. Take a tour with us, and see Japan up close in a way that makes you feel special. We can also happily arrange custom itineraries.