Amanohashidate & Ine Private Tour from Kyoto with English Driver
Description
Private day trip from Kyoto to Amanohashidate & Ine. Escape the city to Kyoto’s coastal beauty: pine-covered sandbars, blue bay views, seaside temples, fishing villages, and traditional boathouses. Start with pickup from Kyoto, then visit Amanohashidate—view the sandbar from a hillside overlook, walk near it, or visit Chionji Temple. Continue to Ine, a peaceful village known for funaya boathouses. Optional boat ride or local seafood at your own expense (weather/time permitting). Great for couples, families, photographers, and repeat Kyoto visitors. MAX6/MAX9 include English-speaking driver-guide (driving, basic assistance, route support). MAX13/MAX18/MAX44 include vehicle & driver only (no guide/English). Contact us 24h ahead with pickup details, group size, luggage, stops, requests. Otherwise, standard route follows. Admission, viewpoint fees, boat rides, meals, drinks, seafood lunch, personal expenses not included.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Amanohashidate, which is known as one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. The 3.8 km long white sand beach land bridge is covered with more than 8,000 dark green pine trees, and there is a quiet shrine among them. The adjacent Kasamatsu Park and Amanohashidate Viewland can also overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Amanohashidate. You can walk into this land bridge, worship the shrine. Also you could get a boat cruise (personal expense) . Even you can go to the View land (personal expense) to overlook the great attraction.
Ine’s Funaya Boathouses. More than 230 houseboats are built around the water, many of which have been renovated into cafes, restaurants and hotels. You can choose to take a boat cruise or walk here, and of course don't forget to taste the delicious seafood.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup is available from hotels, accommodations, stations, or agreed pickup points within the selected Kyoto service area. Please provide the exact pickup address, hotel name, building name, entrance details, pickup time, passenger count, luggage count, and a reachable phone number or WhatsApp after booking. For hotel pickup, please wait in the hotel lobby or at the main entrance at the scheduled pickup time. For station pickup, please provide the station name, arrival time, and preferred exit in advance. For apartments or private accommodations, please provide the full address and entrance instructions. The driver will wait for up to 30 minutes free of charge from the scheduled pickup time. Waiting time beyond the free 30 minutes or tour overtime beyond the selected duration may require an extra fee based on vehicle type: vehicles up to 13 seats cost JPY 5,000 per hour, 18-seat vehicles cost JPY 10,000 per hour, and 44-seat buses cost JPY 15,000 per hour. Please keep your phone or WhatsApp reachable on the tour day. If pickup information is incorrect, incomplete, or we cannot contact you, the tour may not be provided as scheduled. Pickup and drop-off points may be adjusted if stopping or parking is restricted by hotel, station, traffic, or local regulations.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration includes the travel time
- The duration for every attraction is the recommend time
- If you want shorten or extend single attraction duration, you can communicate with driver or guide
Reviews(3)
This was a great day trip!! Lovely fishing villages and a delightful boat ride. I highly recommend this experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the fishing villages and the boat ride. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you on another memorable experience soon!
We are a family of four from the US, and our 3-day private car tour in Kyoto was absolutely the highlight of our Japan trip! From the very beginning, communication was smooth and professional. Our driver-guide was not only punctual every single day but also extremely knowledgeable about Kyoto’s history and culture. He shared so many local stories that made the temples and shrines come alive for us. The car was spotless, comfortable, and spacious — which made a big difference for our kids and my parents. Having air conditioning, cold water, and the ability to adjust our schedule freely was such a luxury compared to group tours. Over the three days, we visited iconic places like Kiyomizu-dera, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and the Golden Pavilion. But what made this tour extra special were the hidden gems our guide introduced us to — small local restaurants, quiet gardens, and even a traditional tea house where we had the most authentic experience. We felt safe, relaxed, and very well taken care of the entire time. It was worth every penny and truly gave us memories for a lifetime. Highly recommend this company to anyone traveling with family or friends — if you want to experience Kyoto in comfort and depth, this is the way to go!
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind review! We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your journey with us. Your satisfaction is our greatest motivation, and we will continue to do our best to provide a comfortable and memorable experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future! Best regards, Kansai Holiday.
We didn’t have great weather but appreciated the chance to see this area of Japan/Kyoto. Note- it is pretty quiet (or maybe that was due to weather) and the fishing village doesn’t have a lot to do other than the boat trips. The area is gorgeous and we had a great lunch at a small sushi restaurant. Glad I went but you should know the area is very low key.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re truly grateful that you chose our service, and it was a pleasure to be part of your journey. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and especially to your driver/guide , who always strives to provide the best experience. We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time, and we sincerely hope to welcome you back again in the future—whether it’s for another trip or simply to say hello. Wishing you all the best on your future travels! Warm regards, Kansai Holidays.
