Passeios por Biwako Valley

The Floating Shirahige Shrine Torii Gate and the Mangetsu-ji Ukimido, floating on Lake Biwa, are quite unique and beautiful. La Collina's grass-roof pavilion in Omihachiman also has a somewhat fairytale-like feel, and their Baumkuchen is worth trying. The only downside was that after several days of heavy rain, the Biwako Valley Ropeway we were supposed to take was under maintenance, so we went to Sanzen-in Monzeki instead. Fortunately, the temple was tranquil and a good place to purify the mind. The guide, Mr. Roman, was a courteous, thoughtful, and responsible person. He maintained accurate time management, provided brief introductions and reminders before reaching each attraction, and thoughtfully catered to the needs of every member of the group. It was a valuable experience.

This is a meaningful tour visiting four locations: Shirahige Shrine, Sanzen-in Temple, Mangetsuji Temple, and La Collina. I chose it to see Shiga Prefecture, which is not well-known in the Kinki region, and it was great to see the magnificent Lake Biwa, which is quite large. Sanzen-in Temple, included as an alternative to the Lake Biwa Terrace during the winter season, unfortunately turned out to be a temple located in Kyoto Prefecture. Personally, I would prefer a schedule that only includes attractions in Shiga Prefecture, excluding Sanzen-in. It seems that an image upgrade is needed for Shiga Prefecture tours. Unfortunately, the tour bus (18-seater) was old and fully booked with no empty seats, so if you ended up in a bad seat, you had to endure the discomfort of a long journey.

This is the very first time we've booked this kind of service. It isn't cheap, but it's worth the money. The driver was professional and on time. He picked us up from our hotel and dropped us off at the same location in the evening. The vehicle was clean and comfortable. We communicated with the driver via Viber. We really enjoyed our day in Kyoto and Nara. I will book this again the next time I have guests who want to visit Kansai.

Sonrika was our driver for the day. He arrived at our hotel promptly, and confirmed the destinations we wanted to visit. He used translation apps to communicate with us, and always remained transparent with us throughout the trip. The driver assisted us with buying tickets for the Ine Boathouse ride and the Amanohashidate cable car/chairlift ride. The commute was 4 hours overall (2 hrs both ways), but it was a smooth journey. Our family had a great experience due to the driver's assistance.

We had an excellent Kyoto–Nara private tour booked through Klook. Everything was smooth from start to finish, and the experience exceeded our expectations. Our driver was truly incredible—professional, punctual, and very courteous throughout the entire trip. He made us feel comfortable and ensured we had a stress-free and enjoyable journey. His knowledge of the routes and flexibility with our schedule really made a difference. The tour itself was well-organized, allowing us to explore Kyoto and Nara at our own pace without feeling rushed. It was the perfect way to experience these beautiful places. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a convenient and memorable trip. We would definitely book again!

Tuvimos una experiencia maravillosa con Carina durante nuestra excursión de un día a Kioto, el lago Biwa y La Collina. Fue increíblemente amable, considerada y profesional durante todo el recorrido. A pesar de las condiciones climáticas inciertas, nos consultó a todos con consideración para ver si aún queríamos continuar con el itinerario, asegurándose de que todos estuvieran cómodos e informados. Carina siempre fue puntual, bien organizada y amigable. Su cálida personalidad hizo que el viaje fuera agradable y relajante, y creó un ambiente acogedor para todos en el grupo. Estuvo atenta a nuestras necesidades, paciente con las preguntas y se preocupó genuinamente por asegurar que tuviéramos la mejor experiencia posible. Gracias, Carina, por tu excelente guía, actitud positiva y dedicación. Hiciste que nuestro viaje fuera memorable, ¡y te recomendamos encarecidamente a cualquiera que visite Kioto!

The best way to experience distant places is by booking a tour. It's hassle-free, and a tour guide manages your time at each visited location. So far, I've enjoyed every place on this tour. Prepare extra cash for the ticket ride to The Biwako Terrace. Their cafes and restaurants accept credit card payments. I didn't regret paying to relax and enjoy my drink in the Infinity Lounge. Summer was really hot in Japan, so I had an umbrella and a portable fan.

¡Un viaje secundario imprescindible a Nara y Kioto desde Osaka! Con nuestro conductor que hablaba japonés, logramos comunicarnos a través de una aplicación de traducción. Fue un viaje muy relajante porque era un coche privado. Nos recogieron en nuestro hotel, llevaron nuestro equipaje y pedimos que nos dejaran en la parada del autobús Airport Limousine. Fue un último día muy satisfactorio en Japón mientras nos dirigíamos de regreso al aeropuerto para pasar la noche en el Hotel Nikko y estar listos para un vuelo temprano a la mañana siguiente.