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Biwako Valley
No. 2 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Shiga Prefecture

Biwako Valley

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4.8/5
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Otsu · 22km from downtown
FromAED 104.27
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Shiga tour: Lake Biwa valley · Lake Biwa observation + Shirahige Shrine, Omihachiman 1-day tour
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Shiga tour: Lake Biwa valley · Lake Biwa observation + Shirahige Shrine, Omihachiman 1-day tour

4.7/5
295 reviews919 booked
Departs from Osaka and other locations
Free cancellationInstant confirmationBook now for tomorrowDuration: 8.6 hrsEnglishLimited-time sale
8% off
FromAED 196.53AED 213.63
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6D5N • Chubu cultural & scenic tour: Nagoya, Otsu, Ise shrines, Toba pearls & Nabana no Sato

Level 3
6D5N • Chubu cultural & scenic tour: Nagoya, Otsu, Ise shrines, Toba pearls & Nabana no Sato

Try Wakasa chopstick making, autumn leaves at Otsu Saikyo-ji, cruise Ago Bay, Mikimoto Island, Ama show. Visit Meotoiwa, Ise Jingu, Gozaisho Ropeway, Korankei, Nabana no Sato. | Stay in Nagoya, Otsu and Ise. Hotels follow the route for easy rest, so you can enjoy Otsu's temple atmosphere, Ise's sacred shrine charm and Nagoya city energy, no long transfers. | Chubu Airport pick-up and drop-off included. Private car connects Nagoya, Otsu, Toba, Ise, blending traditional crafts, sacred shrines, pearl culture, autumn foliage smoothly.
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From AED 5,880
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7D6N • Japan + Shirahama + Kushimoto + Nachikatsuura + Ise + Kyoto

Level 3
7D6N • Japan + Shirahama + Kushimoto + Nachikatsuura + Ise + Kyoto

Private small group tours with authentic travel experiences. All-inclusive, no shopping or forced consumption. Dedicated driver and 24/7 support for a relaxing trip, favored by repeat guests. | Premium stays with optional upgrades. Choose from carefully selected top hotels for a restful and pleasant journey. | Discover countless scenic spots for your enjoyment, or let us customize an exclusive itinerary for you. Freely blend attractions to craft your own tailored journey.
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From AED 11,303
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Featured Day tours in Otsu

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[Guaranteed Departure] Biwako Valley Ski Resort Day Tour from Osaka (English Guide, 5 Various Options)
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[Guaranteed Departure] Biwako Valley Ski Resort Day Tour from Osaka (English Guide, 5 Various Options)

3.0/5
· 2 reviews· 35 booked
Duration: 11.5 hrs
English
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30% off
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FromAED 133.88AED 191.26
Lake Biwa 1-day tour, hidden gem in the mountains by Lake Biwa, check in Shirahige Shrine floating torii | pure sightseeing group
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Lake Biwa 1-day tour, hidden gem in the mountains by Lake Biwa, check in Shirahige Shrine floating torii | pure sightseeing group

4.7/5
· 36 reviews· 242 booked
Duration: 8 hrs
English
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91.7% of travelers recommend
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FromAED 228.90AED 269.3
[Autumn Colors Shiga] Hachiman-bori, Hiyoshi Taisha & Metasequoia Tour from Osaka
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[Autumn Colors Shiga] Hachiman-bori, Hiyoshi Taisha & Metasequoia Tour from Osaka

Duration: 9.1 hrs
English
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FromAED 175.06AED 250.09
Kansai Shiga Tour: MIHO MUSEUM + Old Chikurin-in + Shirahige Shrine, Enjoy the Scenic Views of Lake Biwa
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Kansai Shiga Tour: MIHO MUSEUM + Old Chikurin-in + Shirahige Shrine, Enjoy the Scenic Views of Lake Biwa

4.8/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 7.4 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromAED 281.24
[Guaranteed Departure] Nagoya Highlight Day Tour with Osu Street & Osu Kannon from Osaka
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[Guaranteed Departure] Nagoya Highlight Day Tour with Osu Street & Osu Kannon from Osaka

5.0/5
· 5 reviews
Duration: 11 hrs
English
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FromAED 185.37AED 264.82
1-day tour to lake biwa, bei lvming art journey, shirahige shrine and floating torii gate (pure sightseeing with no shopping)
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1-day tour to lake biwa, bei lvming art journey, shirahige shrine and floating torii gate (pure sightseeing with no shopping)

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 7.7 hrs
English
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1-day tour to Nagoya Castle + Osu Shotengai shopping street + Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology from Osaka to Nagoya
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1-day tour to Nagoya Castle + Osu Shotengai shopping street + Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology from Osaka to Nagoya

Duration: 5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromAED 340.05

Featured Food & drink in Otsu

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Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY PREMIUM Nightlife Experience + Set Meal | Dinner Show & LIVE Show & Nightclub & Hookah
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Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY PREMIUM Nightlife Experience + Set Meal | Dinner Show & LIVE Show & Nightclub & Hookah

4.9/5
· 30 reviews· 119 booked
Duration: 8 hrs
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FromAED 115.86
Osaka Umeda: OWL OSAKA nightclub admission ticket with drinks (foreign passport)
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Osaka Umeda: OWL OSAKA nightclub admission ticket with drinks (foreign passport)

109 booked
Duration: 4 hrs
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Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY PREMIUM LIVE Show & NIGHTCLUB Admission Ticket with Drinks|Karaoke & Hookah [Exclusive for Foreign Travelers]
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Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY PREMIUM LIVE Show & NIGHTCLUB Admission Ticket with Drinks|Karaoke & Hookah [Exclusive for Foreign Travelers]

4.7/5
· 10 reviews· 105 booked
Duration: 2 hrs
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Osaka, Japan - restaurant reservation service
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Osaka, Japan - restaurant reservation service

42 booked
Duration: 6 hrs
English
FromAED 71.78
Mochimatsuri | Japanese rice cake making and matcha performance
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Mochimatsuri | Japanese rice cake making and matcha performance

5.0/5
· 1 review· 37 booked
Duration: 25 mins
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FromAED 69.52
Kansai Gourmet Enjoyment Pass 1 Week Free Pass (Choose 3 Facilities)
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Kansai Gourmet Enjoyment Pass 1 Week Free Pass (Choose 3 Facilities)

5.0/5
· 2 reviews· 42 booked
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Nagoya 2-day attraction pass | Visit Nagoya Castle, Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium and other attractions
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Nagoya 2-day attraction pass | Visit Nagoya Castle, Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium and other attractions

5.0/5
· 1 review· 33 booked
Duration: 2 days
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FromAED 104.27
All-You-Can-Eat [Standard Yakiniku Course] - Yakiniku 8
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All-You-Can-Eat [Standard Yakiniku Course] - Yakiniku 8

5.0/5
· 2 reviews· 29 booked
Duration: 100 mins
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FromAED 80.64

Featured Culture & history in Otsu

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Kyoto + Lake Biwa observation deck + Miho Museum + Ukimido Temple private charter 1-day tour
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Kyoto + Lake Biwa observation deck + Miho Museum + Ukimido Temple private charter 1-day tour

Duration: 6 hrs
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FromAED 2,012.77
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
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Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

4.9/5
· 524 reviews
Duration: 10 hrs
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60 consecutive positive reviews
FromAED 187.76
Japan Nara Park & Kyoto ancient capital & Fushimi Inari Taisha 1-day tour, adorable deer interaction
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Japan Nara Park & Kyoto ancient capital & Fushimi Inari Taisha 1-day tour, adorable deer interaction

4.7/5
· 359 reviews· 3.6k booked
Duration: 10.1 hrs
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93% of travelers recommend
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Kyoto's ancient charm: A day trip to Fushimi Inari Shrine and Nara to feed the deer, with optional small group tours including hotel pick-up and drop-off.
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Kyoto's ancient charm: A day trip to Fushimi Inari Shrine and Nara to feed the deer, with optional small group tours including hotel pick-up and drop-off.

4.8/5
· 864 reviews· 4.1k booked
Duration: 9.6 hrs
English
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Kyoto in a Day: The Ultimate Top 4 Highlights Tour (From Osaka/Kyoto)
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Kyoto in a Day: The Ultimate Top 4 Highlights Tour (From Osaka/Kyoto)

4.8/5
· 535 reviews· 1.1k booked
Duration: 5.5 hrs
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97.4% of travelers recommend
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Free matcha experience! Katsuo-ji + Arashiyama + Ninenzaka (Depart from Namba/Osaka)
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Free matcha experience! Katsuo-ji + Arashiyama + Ninenzaka (Depart from Namba/Osaka)

4.8/5
· 43 reviews· 813 booked
Duration: 9.6 hrs
English
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95.3% of travelers recommend
50% off
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FromAED 110.06AED 220.12

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1-day tour to Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three scenic views & Ine no Funaya in the sea of Kyoto
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1-day tour to Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three scenic views & Ine no Funaya in the sea of Kyoto

4.9/5
· 66 reviews· 1k booked
Duration: 12.7 hrs
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97% of travelers recommend
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FromAED 166.83AED 333.66
Kyoto, Japan|Kyoto Sky Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus
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Kyoto, Japan|Kyoto Sky Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus

4.9/5
· 7 reviews· 256 booked
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[Late Departure] Kobe Night View Tour:Rokko Garden Terrace + Kitano Ijinkan-Gai from Osaka
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[Late Departure] Kobe Night View Tour:Rokko Garden Terrace + Kitano Ijinkan-Gai from Osaka

4.9/5
· 15 reviews· 116 booked
Duration: 8 hrs
English
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FromAED 162.20
[SKY HOP BUS] KYOTO Open-top Sightseeing Bus | 1-Day/2-Day Options Available
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[SKY HOP BUS] KYOTO Open-top Sightseeing Bus | 1-Day/2-Day Options Available

29 booked
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Osaka Sightseeing Bus 'OSAKA SKY VISTA' and 'NANI-wonder' (with multilingual audio guide, departing from Osaka Station)
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Osaka Sightseeing Bus 'OSAKA SKY VISTA' and 'NANI-wonder' (with multilingual audio guide, departing from Osaka Station)

26 booked
Duration: 60 mins
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Private Tours in Otsu

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5D4N • Private car for your group only, no shared rides. Explore fall foliage away from crowds and admire Kyoto's stunning autumn scenery

Level 45D4N • Private car for your group only, no shared rides. Explore fall foliage away from crowds and admire Kyoto's stunning autumn scenery

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Enjoy a private tour for your group only, with no shared rides, an exclusive chartered vehicle, and a flexible itinerary. · Stay at a hotel in the prime downtown area, with convenient access to the subway, a comfortable environment, and plenty of great food nearby. · On this Kansai autumn leaves trip, explore Kibune Shrine, Ine Funaya, Lake Biwa and Amanohashidate. Feed seagulls on a boat, ride a sea-view cable car and admire stunning red maples at a relaxed pace.
From AED 3,842
6D5N • Japan + Osaka + Wakayama City + Kobe + Nara City + Kyoto

Level 46D5N • Japan + Osaka + Wakayama City + Kobe + Nara City + Kyoto

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Kansai Airport pick-up and drop-off included. Private car connects Kobe, Miyama, Kyoto, Nara, Wakayama, Osaka, blending harbor, villages, temples and coast for a smooth Kansai trip. · Stay in Kobe, Nara and Osaka. Hotels are placed along your route, so you can rest easy and soak in Kobe's harbor views, Nara's temple charm and Osaka's city energy. · Stroll Kobe's Harborland, discover thatched-roof Miyama-cho, wander Kyoto's temples, feed deer in Nara Park, explore Wakayama's coast, then enjoy two free days in Osaka.
From AED 4,356
7D6N • Japan + Shirahama + Kushimoto + Nachikatsuura + Ise + Kyoto

Level 37D6N • Japan + Shirahama + Kushimoto + Nachikatsuura + Ise + Kyoto

EnglishGuaranteed departureFree cancellationArr. & dep. transfers incl.Choose your hotelMultiple car types availablePrivate Tours
Private small group tours with authentic travel experiences. All-inclusive, no shopping or forced consumption. Dedicated driver and 24/7 support for a relaxing trip, favored by repeat guests. · Premium stays with optional upgrades. Choose from carefully selected top hotels for a restful and pleasant journey. · Discover countless scenic spots and mix and match attractions to create your own personalized journey.
From AED 10,037
5D4N • Private car for your group only, no shared rides. Explore fall foliage away from crowds and admire Kyoto's stunning autumn scenery

Level 45D4N • Private car for your group only, no shared rides. Explore fall foliage away from crowds and admire Kyoto's stunning autumn scenery

EnglishGuaranteed departureOptional transferChoose your hotelExcellent accommodationPrivate Tours
Enjoy a private tour for your group only, with no shared rides, an exclusive chartered vehicle, and a flexible itinerary. · Stay at a hotel in the prime downtown area, with convenient access to the subway, a comfortable environment, and plenty of great food nearby. · On this Kansai autumn leaves trip, explore Kibune Shrine, Ine Funaya, Lake Biwa and Amanohashidate. Feed seagulls on a boat, ride a sea-view cable car and admire stunning red maples at a relaxed pace.
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6D5N • Japan + Osaka + Wakayama City + Kobe + Nara City + Kyoto

Level 46D5N • Japan + Osaka + Wakayama City + Kobe + Nara City + Kyoto

EnglishGuaranteed departureArr. & dep. transfers incl.Choose your hotelMultiple car types availablePrivate Tours
See Kobe Harborland, Kayabuki No Sato, Mt. Hiei, Enryaku-ji, Nitama Cat Station, Wakayama Castle, Kuroshio Market, Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori, Gion, Nishiki Market and Fushimi Inari. · Stay in Kobe, Nara and Osaka. Each hotel sits along your route for easy rest, so you can enjoy harbor views, temple towns and city nightlife without long transfers. · Airport pick-up and drop-off are included. A private car connects all spots, with a free day built in for shopping or relaxing at your own pace.
From AED 5,039
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You can give Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY PREMIUM Nightlife Experience + Set Meal | Dinner Show & LIVE Show & Nightclub & Hookah and Osaka Umeda: OWL OSAKA nightclub admission ticket with drinks (foreign passport) a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include [Guaranteed Departure] Biwako Valley Ski Resort Day Tour from Osaka (English Guide, 5 Various Options), Lake Biwa 1-day tour, hidden gem in the mountains by Lake Biwa, check in Shirahige Shrine floating torii | pure sightseeing group, and [Autumn Colors Shiga] Hachiman-bori, Hiyoshi Taisha & Metasequoia Tour from Osaka. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 5 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Otsu is around AED 133.88 – AED 340.05. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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