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Osaka and Kyoto Biwako and La Collina Full-Day Guided Tour

4.7 / 5
72 reviews
600+ 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), In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund, Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
Depart from Osaka, Kyoto
Duration: 10.5 hour(s)
08:00-18:30
Guide language
Chinese, English
Meet-up
Large group (1-49)

Itinerary

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Day 1

Meet-up2 sessions

1

Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

2

Lake Biwa Observation Deck - Visit from May 1, 2026 to November 23, 2026

3 hr(s) • Guided • Pay on site

Sanzen-in -- November 24, 2026 to April 30, 2017 visit
3

Day Collina Ōmi-Hachiman

1 hr(s) • Guided • Free entry

To drop-off points2 sessions

Know before you go

What's included

  • Live tour guide: Chinese, English
  • Transport: Car
  • Admission: Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine, Day Collina Ōmi-Hachiman
  • Toll fee
  • Parking fee
  • Fuel fee
  • Meals
  • Admission
  • Extra fees
  • Insurance
  • Attraction tickets: Biwako View Terrace package ticket 5000 JPY, person (round-trip cable car, chairlift, Biwako Terrace admission ticket), Sanzen-in Temple admission ticket (700 JPY, person)
  • Other personal consumption

Before you book

Additional information

Other Reminders

  • 【About License Plate and Guide Information】We will inform you of the meeting time, guide, and license plate information for the next day's itinerary via email before 21:00 Japan time on the day before your departure. If you do not receive the email, please check your spam folder first. If it's not there, please contact us promptly! If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one.
  • Biwako Cable Car (closed for maintenance, itinerary changed to Sanzen-in Temple during closure) ① June 29, 2026 to July 3, 2026 ② September 7, 2026 to September 11, 2026 ③ November 24, 2026 to December 18, 2026
  • 【About Late Refunds】As the one-day tour is a carpooling service, if you are late at the meeting point or attraction, we will not wait and no refund will be given. Please be aware.
  • 【About Driver-Guide Service】Driver-guide service: 4-13 people for a small group; Driver + Guide service: 14-45 people for a bus group. The actual arrangement will be adjusted according to the number of participants on the day of departure. Driver-guides primarily focus on driving, with commentary as a secondary role.

Prohibitions & Limitations

  • The activity is not recommended: high blood pressure / epilepsy / heart disease / asthma / other serious medical conditions / pregnant women / PWDs (persons with disabilities)
  • Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given

Terms & Conditions

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Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, 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)
  • In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
  • Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all

How to use

Usage validity

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

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
  • Children aged 0-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Fantastic
72 reviews
Guide
4.8
Itinerary
4.7
Quality of transfer
4.8
Value for money
4.7
This is a meaningful tour that visits four locations: Shirahige Shrine, Sanzen-in Temple, Mangetsuji Temple, and La Collina. I chose it to see Shiga Prefecture, a lesser-known area in the Kinki region, and I was happy to see the large and magnificent Lake Biwa. Sanzen-in Temple, which was included as a substitute for the Lake Biwa Observatory in the winter season, was unfortunately a temple located in Kyoto Prefecture. Personally, I think it would be better if the schedule only included Shiga Prefecture's attractions, excluding Sanzen-in Temple. It seems like the Shiga Prefecture tour needs an image upgrade. Unfortunately, due to the old bus (18 seats) being fully booked with no empty seats, you have to endure the discomfort of a long journey if you end up in a bad seat.
the best way to experience long distance places is by booking a tour. a hassle free and having a tour guide managing your time in each places visited. so far i enjoyed every places from this tour. prepare extra cash for ticket ride to The Biwako Terrace. their cafe’s and restaurants accepts CC payment. i did not regret paying to relax and enjoy my drink in the Infinity Lounge. summer was really hot in Japan so i had umbrella and a portable fan.
Thanks to our Tour guide Ms CC, the whole journey was pleasant. Even though the scenic spots are far from Osaka, the travel distance between each of them is within 30-40mins. What’s more, the view is gorgeous and breathtaking, making every minute spent on travelling worth it. Apart from that, Ms CC is considerate enough to offer recommendations and take photos for us in each spot. All in all, I would definitely suggest this package to prospective visitors.
Our Tour guide lends a hand always(needed or not). Btw, as much as I want to gatekeep the Lake Biwa tour, But this wqs a surprise! I didn't expect much, Voila! IT WAS SO GOOD!
It was truly a delightful day trip. The large tour bus was clean and comfortable, and the driver handled it smoothly and steadily. Of course, the most important thing was meeting an excellent tour guide, Xiao Du. He could explain and communicate in three different languages, which was superb! He was gentle, meticulous, and very attentive. He even gave us a bonus (a recommendation for a hidden gem), which added even more color to an already rich itinerary. I'm incredibly grateful. Thumbs up, thumbs up, thumbs up!
Casper was wonderful and very approachable. She shared the history of the places that we are going, many helpful tips, dos and don’ts to save time (and even a song!), and constantly reminded us to be punctual — even calling and waiting for anyone who was running late. The bus driver for today was also experienced and adjusted the routes to ensure a smooth journey. The itinerary was well-paced, allowing for a peaceful and reflective experience. Thank you Casper, for your contagious positive energy! :)
Got lucky and the weather was really good during our trip, and photos turned out brilliant. Our guide, Mr Wu was attentive and very helpful as well. The itinerary can improve a bit to include other options for guests that didn’t want to do onsen (e.g. shopping, fruits picking etc).
This was my first time joining a KLOOK one-day tour, and from the start, I was impressed by our guide Liu Du's professionalism. He seamlessly switched between Chinese, English, and Japanese for the tour commentary (speaking with a gentle and refined local charm). Throughout the trip, he was very attentive and caring towards the group members, providing detailed explanations. He was also very clear about pick-up/drop-off points and time management. At the Lake Biwa observation deck, he recommended we take the second cable car up to the very top to enjoy 360-degree views, and also suggested trying Omi beef steak, among other things. All of these experiences left us with wonderful memories of Kyoto. Thank you, Liu Du, and thank you, KLOOK, for such a fantastic tour. We look forward to seeing you again next time!

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