Hiroshima Shore Excursion Private Car Tour – Peace Park & Highlights (4 Hours)
Make the most of your limited time in Hiroshima with a worry-free shore excursion. Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, powerful symbols of peace and history. Travel comfortably by private car with guaranteed return to your cruise ship on time. This tour is designed specifically for cruise passengers, offering a smooth, efficient, and meaningful experience.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Pickup at Hiroshima Cruise Port
- Your guide will meet you at the Hiroshima cruise port in the Ujina area, just outside the terminal. After a warm welcome, you will begin your journey comfortably in a private car, ensuring a smooth and stress-free start to your shore excursion.
Drive to Hiroshima City
Enjoy a short and comfortable drive into the city center while your guide introduces Hiroshima’s history, culture, and local insights. This is a great opportunity to get oriented and ask any questions.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Walk through this meaningful park dedicated to peace and remembrance. Your guide will share the story of Hiroshima before and after 1945, helping you understand the city’s resilience and message to the world.
Atomic Bomb Dome (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Visit the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, preserved in its original state as a powerful symbol of peace. This UNESCO World Heritage Site stands as a reminder of the past and a call for a better future.
Peace Memorial Monuments
Explore important memorials within the park, including the Children’s Peace Monument, the Cenotaph, and the Peace Flame. Each site carries a deep message of remembrance and hope.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
For those who wish to deepen their understanding, the museum offers a powerful and educational experience through exhibits and personal stories. This visit can be adjusted depending on your time and interest.
Lunch at Okonomiyaki Village
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant to try Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, a savory pancake layered with noodles and fresh ingredients. Your guide will assist with ordering and recommendations.
Return to Cruise Port
Relax on the return drive to the port, arriving with ample time before your ship’s departure. The itinerary is carefully planned to ensure a safe and punctual return, giving you peace of mind throughout the tour.
Ending Point
Return to Cruise Port
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guide (Driver)
- Port Pick-up
- Private Car Transportation (Toyota Copen GR for solo travellers, Toyota Harrier for 2, Toyota Alphard luxury minivan for 3 or more travellers.)
- Gasoline, toll and parking fees
- Origami paper crane folding experience
- Lunch (Around $10 USD per person)
- Entrance tickets (Around $5 USD per person)
- Personal expenses
Tour Important Information
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
*Other itinerary options available upon request such as Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, hiking Mt. Misen, observation deck, Hiroshima castle, Ground Zero, Orizuru Tower, Shukkeien Garden etc. Please send me a message!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Kate M.
Hello! My name is Kate, and I’m a local guide based in Hiroshima.
I grew up in both Japan and Australia and fluent in both English and Japanese.
I offer comfortable car tours, allowing us to explore more locations at a relaxed pace, perfect for discovering both famous highlights and hidden gems.
I have a deep love for Hiroshima and its unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. My goal is to share this special place with you in a way that feels personal, meaningful, and unforgettable.
I’m also happy to fully customize your tour based on your interests, whether you’d like to focus on history, local cuisine, scenic spots, or off-the-beaten-path experiences.
I look forward to welcoming you to Hiroshima and creating a memorable journey together!
Reviews
Sharon B.
“Hiroshima Peace Park”
Kate was an excellent guide. Her planned 4 hour itinerary was just right. She had volumes of knowledge and was open to any suggestions. She even took the time to teach us oldsters how to fold an Origami paper crane. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
Belinda P.
“Exceptional guide for Hiroshima & Miyajima”
Kate was an exceptional guide and made our day in Hiroshima and Miyajima incredibly special. She had extensive knowledge of the history, culture and significance of the places we visited, and was always generous with her time and happy to answer all of our questions. She was warm, kind and welcoming from the moment we met her, and made the whole day feel very personal rather than like a standard tour. Our daughters especially loved that she showed them how to pray at the shrine and helped them have their fortunes read. Visiting the Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Museum was deeply moving, and Kate helped us understand the history with sensitivity and respect. What stayed with me most was not only the devastation, but the hope, resilience and commitment to peace that came through so strongly. We had an excellent day and would absolutely recommend Kate to anyone visiting Hiroshima and Miyajima. If we return to Hiroshima, we would love to see her again.
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Rowena S.
“Smooth Transaction”
Kate is a professional guide, it was a last minute booking yet she provided an excellent service. She's easy to reach to and provides update, a very smooth transaction. We will definitely get her service for our future bookings. Thanks, Kate!
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Kate M.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so glad the communication felt smooth and reliable. Thank you for trusting me with your booking, and I'd love to help again with any future trips! Kind regards, Kate
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