Shiga Lake Biwa Day Tour|Shirahige Shrine・Observation Deck or Sanzenin Temple・Mangetsuji Temple Ukimido・Omihachiman|Optional Osaka or Kyoto Pick-up and Drop-off

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Kyoto, Osaka, Shiga
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Duration

10 hour(s)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

  • Traveling through the past and present, visiting ancient temples in Kyoto, and having a romantic encounter at Shirahige Shrine
  • Climb high and see far, unlock the beautiful sunset at Lake Biwa Observation Deck
  • Visit the historical scenery of Omihachiman and enjoy the dreamlike beauty of the lake and water

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—Reference price of self-paid tickets—

Biwako Observation Deck Cable Car Fee: 3,500 yen/person/round trip

Sanzenin: 700 yen/person, high school and junior high school students 400 yen/person, elementary school students 150 yen/person

Mangetsu-ji Temple: 300 yen/person

—Important Notes—

  • Each person can bring one piece of luggage for free, with no limit on the size of the luggage (please inform us in advance when registering. If you fail to inform us in advance and the carriage is crowded, the driver has the right to refuse you boarding and the fee will not be refunded). The excess luggage will be charged 2,000 yen/piece on site.
  • Children aged 0-2 years old can be carried in the arms without occupying a seat, and children aged 3 years old and above can be carried with an adult. If you are traveling with a child who does not occupy a seat without informing us, we have the right to refuse boarding and the fare will not be refunded.
  • The tour guide will not contact the passengers in advance. On the day of the tour, passengers need to go to the meeting place on their own and report to the tour guide or staff wearing a "yellow vest or holding a GOGODAY yellow flag". Please understand and cooperate with each other and follow the tour guide's arrangements.
  • Reference vehicle types: 5-8 seater: Toyota Alphard; 9-14 seater: Toyota HAICE or equivalent; 18-22 seater: mini bus; 22 seater and above: large bus. The above vehicles are for reference only and will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on the day.
  • Driver and tour guide service: small group of 1-13 people; Driver + tour guide service: bus group of 14-45 people, the actual number will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on the day.

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Included/Excluded

  • Service charge
  • Parking fee
  • Toll fee
  • Fuel cost
  • Driver
  • Personal expenses
  • Dining expenses
  • Attraction tickets
  • Other expenses not mentioned above

Itinerary

<span class='tour-time'><strong>1 Day</strong></span>

  • 08:00 Depart from Exit 2 of Nippombashi Station (Namba-Shinsaibashi area) on time. Please understand that we will not wait for you if you are late.

<span class='tour-time'><strong>09:20</strong></span>  Depart on time from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Station Sightseeing Bus Stop. Please understand if you are late.

<span class='tour-time'><strong>10:20</strong></span>  Shirahige Shrine: Omi's oldest shrine (about 30 minutes)

  We recommend taking photos of the large torii gate of Shirahige Shrine at the Blue Lake Shirahige Terrace, a dedicated observation deck for photography.

<span class='tour-time'><strong>11:30</strong></span>  From May 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025, go to the Biwako Observation Deck. If the cable car is not in service during this period, go to Sanzen-in Temple (about 120 minutes, free time, lunch is available here, lunch is at your own expense)

  Japan's fastest cable car, 360-degree glass cabin, with breathtaking views

  March 19, 2025 - April 30, 2025 Go to Sanzen-in Temple (about 120 minutes, free time, including lunch time, please pay for your own expenses)

  Kyoto's hidden gem Ohara: Enjoy the four seasons' beauty at the moss-covered Sanzen-in Temple

<span class='tour-time'><strong>14:00</strong></span>  Man Yue Temple (about 30 minutes, free time, ticket fee at your own expense)

  Mangetsu-ji Temple floating on Lake Biwa, a historic sight listed in the Eight Views of Omi

<span class='tour-time'><strong>15:10</strong></span>  La Collina Omihachiman (about 60 minutes, free time)

  Fairy Tale Thatched Cottage, Beautiful in All Seasons (Autumn)

  Fairy Tale Thatched Cottage, Beautiful in All Seasons (Winter)

  The first Baumkuchen specialty store in Shiga Prefecture. The signature product is of course the freshly baked Baumkuchen.

  The dorayaki is made to order. In addition to the traditional red bean paste, butter is added to make the overall taste smoother.

Durations

10 hour(s)

Languages

English

Cities

Kyoto
Osaka
Shiga

Countries

Japan

Categories

Half-Day & Full-Day Tours

Product Category Codes

Day Trip

Frequently asked questions

The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Please present the e-voucher on-site

Designated handling fee
Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 2 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.

  • A minimum of 4 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
  • In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
  • High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women
  • Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
  • This is a fixed carpooling itinerary. Please be sure to abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the arrangements of the driver and guide.
  • Please note that no refund will be given if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal issues, lateness, etc.
  • If you leave the group on your own during the trip, the transaction will be deemed invalid and no fees will be refunded. If personal or property safety is affected as a result, the consequences will be borne by you.
  • The arrival time of each itinerary may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. Please forgive us if the itinerary is delayed or cancelled due to the above or other force majeure factors. We cannot request a refund on this basis.
  • In case of a small number of people, the driver and tour leader will be used for operation. Please be aware that this product is a carpooling service, and there will be other guests riding together. Parking is not allowed outside the scenic spots.
  • Traffic jams and other force majeure factors may occur during weekends and national holidays. The driver will also adjust the itinerary based on the specific situation. Please be sure to prepare your psychological expectations before placing an order.

Tour's Location

215 Ukawa, Takashima, Shiga 520-1122

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