Private Tour of Tokyo Traditional and Modern Highlights

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 5 more

Explore Tokyo’s traditional landmarks and modern districts on a private vehicle tour designed for travelers who want to see more of the city without relying on trains or public transportation. Enjoy hotel pickup within central Tokyo and travel comfortably between major sightseeing areas.
The standard route is: Hotel → Senso-ji Temple → Tokyo Skytree exterior → Meiji Jingu Shrine → Shibuya Crossing → Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden → Hotel. Alternative routes focusing on central Tokyo, waterfront areas, shopping, or nightlife may be requested at least 24 hours before departure.
The total service duration is 10 hours, including pickup, driving, sightseeing, meal time, waiting, and drop-off.
For groups of up to 6 or 9 guests, an English-speaking driver-guide provides driving, route communication, and basic sightseeing assistance. This is not a licensed professional guide service. Larger vehicle options provide vehicle and driver service only; an English-speaking driver is not guaranteed.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off within the confirmed Tokyo service area.
Private vehicle service for 10 hours according to the selected option.
Standard parking fees required for the confirmed itinerary.
Basic itinerary and route assistance.
One child seat upon advance request
Fuel fees.
Highway tolls required for the confirmed itinerary.
Vehicle and driver only for the maximum 14-guest and maximum 18-guest options.
English-speaking driver-guide for the maximum 6-guest and maximum 9-guest options only.
30 minutes of free waiting time from the scheduled pickup time.
Meals and drinks.
Personal expenses.
Late-night service fee between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM: JPY 2,000, payable in cash to the driver
Additional waiting beyond the 30-minute free waiting period
Overtime fee for vehicles for up to 9 guests: JPY 5,000 per hour
Overtime fee for 18-seat vehicles: JPY 10,000 per hour
Additional child seat after the first free seat: JPY 2,000 per seat
Admission fee
Licensed professional tour guide service.
Professional guided commentary inside attractions.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup and drop-off are available from hotels, accommodations, stations, or other agreed locations within the Tokyo city area, subject to advance confirmation.

After booking, please provide the exact pickup address, hotel or accommodation name, building name, entrance details, preferred pickup time, total number of passengers, luggage quantity, and a reachable phone number or WhatsApp contact.

For hotel pickup, please wait in the hotel lobby or at the main entrance at the confirmed 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 detailed entrance instructions.

The driver will wait for up to 30 minutes free of charge from the scheduled pickup time. Waiting beyond the free 30 minutes or service exceeding the included 10 hours may require an additional fee based on the selected vehicle.

Overtime charges are:

Vehicles for up to 13 guests: JPY 5,000 per hour.
18-seat vehicle: JPY 10,000 per hour.

Please keep your phone or WhatsApp reachable on the service day. If the pickup information is incorrect or incomplete, or if we are unable to contact you, the service may not be provided as scheduled.

Pickup and drop-off points may be adjusted when stopping or parking is restricted by hotel rules, station regulations, road conditions, traffic controls, or local laws.

This is a 10-hour private vehicle service calculated from the scheduled pickup time until the final drop-off. The itinerary must be completed within the booked service time.

A special cancellation policy applies to 18-seat Coaster minibuses and 44-seat coaches. Cancellations made within 72 hours before the scheduled service start time are non-refundable.

Route A: Hotel – Senso-ji Temple – Tokyo Skytree Exterior – Meiji Jingu Shrine – Shibuya Crossing – Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden – Hotel

Route B: Hotel – Imperial Palace Outer Gardens – Ginza – Tsukiji Outer Market – Odaiba – Tokyo Tower Night View – Hotel

Route C: Hotel – Ueno or Akihabara – Harajuku and Omotesando – Shibuya – Shinjuku Night View – Hotel

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Senso-ji Temple

    Explore Senso-ji, one of Tokyo’s most famous historic temples, and walk through Nakamise Shopping Street. Travelers can admire the Kaminarimon Gate, take photos of the traditional temple buildings, browse souvenir shops, and try local snacks at their own expense.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tokyo Skytree

    Stop near Tokyo Skytree for exterior views and photos. Observation deck admission is not included and is not part of the standard itinerary.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Meiji Jingu Shrine

    Walk through the peaceful forested approach to Meiji Jingu Shrine. Travelers can visit the main shrine area, learn about basic Japanese shrine customs, enjoy the quiet natural surroundings, and take photos of the large torii gates.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Shibuya Crossing

    Experience the lively atmosphere of Shibuya and see its famous pedestrian crossing. Travelers can take photos near the Hachiko Statue, watch the crowds cross from different directions, and enjoy free time in the surrounding shopping and entertainment district.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

    Enjoy a relaxing walk through Shinjuku Gyoen, a spacious garden featuring Japanese, English, and French-style landscapes. Travelers can admire seasonal plants, open lawns, ponds, and peaceful scenery away from the busy city streets.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by kansai holiday

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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