From Kyoto/Osaka: Private Sanzen-in & Lake Biwa Tour No Guide – Osaka/Kyoto Pickup & Drop-off

Discover Kyoto and Lake Biwa, from Sanzen-in to Shirahige Shrine, Mangetsu-ji Ukimido, and more, on a private 10-hour tour with hotel pickup and drop-off. Choose driver-only or guided.
✨ Discover Lake Biwa Your Way

Explore Lake Biwa's scenic western shore and Kyoto's peaceful Ohara countryside on a customizable 10-hour private tour. Discover lakeside shrines, mountain panoramas, moss gardens, and historic temples in a vehicle reserved exclusively for your group. Sightsee independently with a driver, or choose a professional guide in an available language.

• Your itinerary, your pace
Select the sights you love, adjust the order, and explore without a fixed group schedule.

• Flexible Kyoto/Osaka pickup and drop-off
Enjoy pickup and drop-off within our designated service areas, with different locations if you prefer.

• Lakeside scenery and timeless gardens
Discover Lake Biwa's floating landmarks, mountain views, and tranquil temple gardens.

• All-inclusive private transportation
Vehicle, driver, fuel, standard highway tolls, parking, and taxes are included.

✨ Lake Biwa Highlights to Inspire Your Tour

• Former Chikurin-in Garden
Admire an elegant Japanese garden with moss, seasonal foliage, and beautiful reflections in the historic temple town of Sakamoto.

• Mangetsu-ji Ukimido
Discover a graceful Buddhist hall standing over Lake Biwa, surrounded by peaceful water and distant mountains.

• Biwako Terrace
Ride the ropeway to panoramic views over Japan's largest lake. Operation and visibility depend on weather and seasonal conditions.

• Shirahige Shrine
See the iconic torii gate rising from Lake Biwa, framed by open water and beautiful mountain scenery.

• Sanzen-in Temple
Wander through serene moss gardens, cedar groves, and historic temple halls in Kyoto's charming Ohara village.

• Hosen-in Temple
Relax with matcha while admiring a picturesque framed garden view from a traditional temple hall in Ohara.

• Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine
Explore sacred forest paths, traditional shrine buildings, and vibrant autumn foliage at the foot of Mount Hiei.

✨ Suggested Itinerary

[ Former Chikurin-in Garden → Mangetsu-ji Ukimido → Biwako Terrace → Shirahige Shrine ]

This is a suggested route, not a fixed itinerary. If the weather is poor, the ropeway is closed, or visibility is limited, we recommend replacing Biwako Terrace with another suitable stop.

✨ Comfortable Vehicles for Every Group Size

• Premium Minivan
Toyota Alphard or equivalent (up to 6 guests)
Typical capacity: 4 guests + 4 suitcases / 6 guests + 2 suitcases

• Comfortable Van
Toyota Hiace or equivalent (up to 13 guests)
Typical capacity: 9 guests + 9 suitcases / 13 guests + 1 suitcase

• Spacious Minibus
Toyota Coaster or equivalent (up to 18 guests)
Typical capacity: 18 guests + 12 suitcases

• Large Bus
Hino or equivalent (up to 45 guests)

- For minivan and van, a guide occupies one passenger seat: up to 5 guests in the minivan or 12 in the van.
- Luggage capacity is based on 28-inch suitcases as a general reference.
- Minibus and Large Bus are not available with every service option.

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