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One-Day Trip to Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens and átoa Aquarium in Osaka

4.3 / 5
9 reviews
200+ booked
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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
Depart from Osaka
Duration: 9.5 hour(s)
11:30-21:00
Guide language
Chinese, English, Japanese
Meet-up
Large group (4-45)

Itinerary

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Day 1

Meet-up11:30

1

Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens

3 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

If the Herb Garden cannot be visited due to cable car maintenance or bad weather, it will be changed to [Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-gai (Foreigner's Residences)].
2

átoa

1 hr(s) 30 min(s) • Self-guided • Pay on site

Meriken Park
3

Mount Maya

1 hr(s) 20 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

If it is not possible to go to the Mount Maya observation deck due to winter road closures or road conditions, the destination will be changed to [Mount Rokko].

To drop-off points20:30 - 21:00

Know before you go

What's included

  • Driver: Chinese, English, Japanese
  • Transport: Bus
  • Admission: Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, If the Herb Garden cannot be visited due to cable car maintenance or bad weather, it will be changed to [Kobe Kitano Ijinkan-gai (Foreigner's Residences)]., Mount Maya, If it is not possible to go to the Mount Maya observation deck due to winter road closures or road conditions, the destination will be changed to [Mount Rokko].
  • Highway tunnel toll
  • Parking fee
  • Fuel fee
  • Meals
  • Admission
  • Insurance
  • Nunobiki Herb Garden Ropeway Fees
  • ATOA Art Aquarium Admission Fee
  • Kobe Port Mosaic Ferris Wheel Admission Fee
  • Mount Rokko Cable Car Fare
  • Mount Rokko Tenran Observatory admission fee
  • Other personal consumption
  • Maya Mountain Cable Car Fee

Before you book

Additional information

Other Reminders

  • Pre-departure notice: The day before your trip, between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time, we will send you detailed guide and vehicle information via email, so please be sure to check it promptly. During peak tourist seasons, the sending time of the email may be slightly delayed. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please use the last one as the final version.
  • The Nunobiki Ropeway is closed for maintenance. In case of inclement weather, consider visiting the Kobe Kitano Ijinkan district instead.
  • When Mount Maya is inaccessible due to winter or road conditions, consider viewing the night scenery from Mount Rokko instead.
  • The ATOA Art Aquarium will be closed from Tuesday, June 30, 2026, to Thursday, July 2, 2026. During this time, we will be visiting the Meriken Park & BE KOBE cultural landmark, and the Kobe Harborland Mosaic Ferris Wheel.
  • This itinerary is a fixed route for international group tours. Travelers will share a vehicle with other passengers. Please understand that temporary stops cannot be made in non-scenic areas during the trip.
  • Please be sure to gather at the designated location on time. If you are unable to participate in the itinerary due to personal reasons such as being late, getting lost, or feeling unwell, it will be considered an automatic forfeiture of the trip, and related fees will not be refunded.
  • Depending on the number of participants on the day, a small car service with a driver also acting as a guide may be arranged. In the small car mode, the itinerary will be more flexible, but the driver will primarily focus on safe driving, and the commentary along the way will be relatively brief. Please be aware of this.
  • This tour is an international group tour, with passengers from diverse backgrounds on the vehicle. The guide will provide services and communication in Mandarin/English bilingual or simple multilingual formats. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated.
  • The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather changes, or other force majeure factors. No refunds or compensation will be provided for delays or partial changes. If you need to catch a flight or have other arrangements on the same day, please be sure to allow ample time.
  • Each passenger may carry one piece of luggage free of charge. For any excess luggage, a fee of 2,000 JPY per piece must be paid to the driver/guide on-site. Please be sure to note the number of luggage pieces when placing your order. If not informed in advance, the guide reserves the right to refuse boarding based on vehicle space availability, and related fees will not be refunded.
  • Seniors over 70 or pregnant women who register for a trip must contact staff no later than one day before departure to request and sign a waiver, and return it to us, to ensure travel safety.
  • The duration of stay at each attraction has been planned according to the overall itinerary. Please adhere to the meeting times to avoid affecting the overall schedule.
  • Itinerary times may be adjusted due to uncontrollable factors such as traffic, weather, or crowd flow. In the event of delays or partial changes, refunds or compensation cannot be claimed on this basis. We appreciate your understanding.
  • Traffic congestion may occur during holidays or peak tourist seasons, and the tour guide will flexibly adjust the itinerary sequence according to the actual situation.
  • To maintain the cleanliness of the carriage, please do not eat or drink inside the vehicle. If any damage or soiling occurs, a cleaning fee will be charged according to local standards.
  • If you leave the group or depart midway after the itinerary begins, it will be considered an automatic waiver of subsequent services, and related fees will not be refunded. During this period, the traveler must bear full responsibility for their personal and property safety.

Prohibitions & Limitations

  • This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility
  • This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
  • Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given
  • Pets are prohibited

Accessibility

  • Child seats are not available
  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount

Vehicle & luggage info

  • The operator has the right to refuse a reservation if the group size or luggage exceeds the capacity of the reserved vehicle. In this case, no refunds will be issued

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation 72 hours before the departure date. If you didn't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

How to use

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • This activity has no age limit
  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
  • Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults
  • Seniors aged 70+ should present a medical certificate before participating

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Great
9 reviews
Guide
4.3
Itinerary
4.4
Quality of transfer
4.3
Value for money
4.3
This tour is a must if you love city lights and nature. Starting the day at the Herb Gardens was so peaceful, and the ropeway ride up offered some of the best views of the city. We chose the ATOA aquarium stop, which was very "Instagrammable" and unique. Ending the night at the Mt. Rokko observatory was the perfect finale. The city lights stretching all the way to Osaka are something you have to see in person. Our guide was friendly and shared great tips about the area.
We had the best experience on my one-day tour of Kobe. From the pick-up to the drop-off, everything was smooth and stress-free. Our driver and guide, NickLee, was amazing. He was so helpful, showed us exactly where to go, and guided us through the city with ease. NickLee pointed out different buildings, shared stories, took us through the mountains, and taught us so much about Kobe’s history and culture. Thank you for making our Kobe tour so amazing — from showing us around with so much knowledge and enthusiasm, to sharing stories and pointing out all the cool buildings and mountain views. You made the whole day a fun, memorable adventure. We really appreciate you, NickLee! Kobe itself was incredible—beautiful views, great atmosphere, and such a fun experience overall. We honestly had the best day. Highly recommend this tour!
Our driver and guide, Nick, was very professional and provided excellent service. Since it was just our family on this trip, Nick flexibly arranged the pick-up and drop-off locations according to our needs. Kobe's mountains and sea are beautiful. We suggest adding a city shopping stop in the future, as an alternative option to the nighttime view.
A beautiful Valentine’s Day celebration at Kobe Herb garden. Keisuke was very professional and friendly. We had an amazing time.
A great Kobe tour with a very friendly guide who made the experience relaxed and memorable.
Had an amazing day with our tour guide Mr Kangfu.
nice and approachable driver. good service
Good , effecient driver guiide atleast he speak good english

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