These are the 11 best private city tours in Tokyo, Japan we could find on Viator and Get Your Guide.
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1. Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour
Key Details
Cost: From $40.80
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 1,298
Tour Length: 45 minutes
Languages
- English
- Japanese
Tour Description
Gain a new perspective on the Asakusa of Tokyo. See maple and cherry tress and gardens juxtaposed next to soaring skyscrapers and businesses. This experience is customizable according to your interests, and the neighborhood is filled with retro, traditional, religious and cultural influences – enchanting those who pass through. Learn about the region’s history while visiting landmarks such as the Ushijima Shrine and Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden.
- Relax in the Japanese garden to see the Lucky Fortune Cow Shrine
- See the headquarters of the famous Asahi beer
- Take an adventure while riding in a rickshaw
- Experience historic sites and houses that date to the Edo period
What’s Included
- Local rickshaw driver
- Rickshaw ride
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
2. Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Key Details
Cost: From $142.81
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 1,093
Tour Length: 6 hours
Languages
- English
- Japanese
Tour Description
This tour is private to suit your interests and needs: choose from a selection of recommended sights to create your ideal itinerary. Learn about Japanese royalty at the Imperial Palace, take a peaceful stroll at Shinjuku Gyoen, be amazed by the bustle at Shibuya Crossing, and much more. Get to know Tokyo one neighborhood at a time on this tour that’s ideal for first-time or repeat visitors to the city.
- Learn about Tokyo from your government-licensed guide
- Explore this mega-city without the risk of getting lost
- Get local insider tips from a private guide
- Meals and entrance fees cost extra
What’s Included
- Licensed Local Guide
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from ‘What to expect’ list
- Meet up with guide in Tokyo
- The pick up/drop off for this tour is on foot.
What’s Not Included
- Transportation fees: 24 hour Metro Pass Adult: 800 yen, Child: 400 yen
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Private Vehicle
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
3. Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour to Mount Fuji and Hakone guide
Key Details
Cost: From $500.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 864
Tour Length: 10 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Check out one of Japan’s most beautiful, iconic destinations—Mt. Fuji—on this convenient day tour from Tokyo. Visit several places in the Fuji area from where you can get beautiful views of the mountain (weather permitting), including Hakone, Lake Kawaguchi, the 5th Station on Mt. Fuji, and more. As this is a private tour, you can customize the itinerary to suit your own interests.
- The flexible itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs
- See as much or as little as you like during the day, as this is a private tour for you
- An easy and hassle-free way of visiting the Fuji area from Tokyo
- Travelers with a range of interests will enjoy the attractions around Mt. Fuji
What’s Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick Up and Drop off to Hotel
- English speaking guide
What’s Not Included
- Lunch
- Ticket for any activity (ropeway, cruise etc)
- Mt Fuji entrance fee 2100¥ per group
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
4. Private Custom Tour: Tokyo in a Day
Key Details
Cost: From $174.77
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 640
Tour Length: 8 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Discover Tokyo at your own pace on this 4- or 8-hour private, custom tour with guide. Design a tour that’s perfect for your interests. There’s a world of options, including the outer fish market at Tsukiji, the city’s temples and shrines, shopping excursions and food or sake tours. Your private custom tour includes a guide, entrance fees at select attractions, snacks, round-trip transport from your hotel with meet-and-greet and a car (for the private transfer option), or public transport (for the public transfer) and optional lunch (for the full-day tour).
- Let an experienced guide help you create a half-day or full-day sightseeing itinerary
- See city attractions like Meiji Shrine and the Imperial Palace, or discover Tokyo neighborhoods, depending on your interests
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (if full-day tour selected)
- Explore the city by train and subway, or upgrade for transport by comfortable, private vehicle
What’s Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if by private vehicle)
- Meet-and-greet service at hotel (if by public transport)
- Professional guide
- Transport by private vehicle (if by private vehicle)
- Transportation fares (if by public transport)
- Lunch (full-day option only)
- Snacks
What’s Not Included
- Fees for optional tours, activities and lessons
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
5. Tokyo Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Key Details
Cost: From $95.21
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 433
Tour Length: 4 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
This half-day tour is an ideal choice for time-tight travelers visiting Tokyo. Avoid the hassle of navigating by having a private guide to take you around the city. A perk of the tour is that you won’t waste time going to sights that don’t interest you, as the route can be customized. A sample itinerary may include Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Shibuya Crossing, Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Imperial Palace, and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
- Save time and see many top Tokyo landmarks on a half-day tour
- No transport to organize—hotel pickup and drop-off included
- This fully flexible tour allows you to customize the itinerary
- Avoid the stress of getting lost by having a private guide to navigate
What’s Included
- Licensed Local Guide
- Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from ‘What to expect’ list
- The pick up/drop off for this tour is on foot.
What’s Not Included
- Transportation fee (for yourself)
- Entrance fee (for yourself)
- Other personal expenses
- Lunch
- Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
6. Tokyo Private Custom Walking Tour with Local Friendly Guide
Key Details
Cost: From $150.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 385
Tour Length: 4 to 8 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Discover Tokyo accompanied by an experienced, private guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese capital. Navigate the city’s complex, yet efficient, subway system with your guide as you visit famous sites including the outer Tsukiji fish market, the traditional town of Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine. Stroll down Takeshita Street in Harajuku — home to Japan’s youth and pop culture, and indulge in lunch on route (depending on option selected). This private tour can also be customized to suit your interests.
- Travel on foot and by metro to see the best of Tokyo
- Choose between multiple tour times to best suit your travel schedule
- Private tour can be customized to suit your interest
- Receive more personalized attention for your group on a private tour
- Check What To Expect for the popular places to visit
What’s Included
- Professional local guide
- Hotel pickup
What’s Not Included
- Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide, about 1,000JPY per person)
- Entrance fee (for yourself and your guide, it depends where you visit)
- Lunch (for yourself and your guide, normal lunch is 1,000~3,000JPY per person)
- Other personal expenses (depends to the guests)
- Hotel drop-off
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
7. Private Tokyo Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
Key Details
Cost: From $102.79
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 308
Tour Length: 3 to 8 hours
Languages
- English
- Japanese
Tour Description
Understanding Tokyo can seem like an impossible wish for foreign travelers. Take the mystery out of your visit on this guided tour with a local. Before your tour, your guide contacts you to get a feel for what interests you. On your customized tour, they take you to see the city’s must-see sites, as well as underexplored local neighborhoods and hidden gems. Along the way, they share insights into local life giving you a better sense of Tokyo culture.
- Private tour for just you and your party
- Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality
- Get a deeper insight into Tokyo life than possible alone
- See Tokyo through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems
What’s Included
- 100% Private and personalized experience
- 2, 4, 6, or 8 hours with your host – Pick your preferred duration when booking!
- Walking tour, though public transport may be utilized
- Optional meet-up at your central location accommodation
What’s Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
8. 1 Day Private Mt Fuji Tour (Charter) – English Speaking Driver
Key Details
Cost: From $444.65
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 309
Tour Length: 10 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Spend a day exploring Mount Fuji and the area around it with this private, fully customizable tour. Your English-speaking driver will pick you up from your central Tokyo hotel and take you to spots such as the Sengen Shrine Complex, Kawaguchiko Lake, the Kachi Kachi Ropeway, Oshino Hakkai, and a trip up to the Mount Fuji Fifth Station, if weather permits.
- Round-trip transfers from your Tokyo hotel are included
- Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- An English-speaking driver will take you around
- All tolls and fuel fees are included
What’s Included
- Meet & Greet
- Petrol/Gas
- Highway Tolls
- English Speaking Driver
- Aircon
- Modern & Clean Vehicle
- WiFi Hotspot Router (In Vehicle, when available)
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- tour guide service
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
9. From Tokyo: 1-Day Private Mt. Fuji Tour by Car
Key Details
Cost: From $580.94
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 47
Tour Length: 10 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Spend a day exploring the Mount Fuji area on this private, fully customizable tour. Your English-speaking driver will pick you up from your central Tokyo hotel and take you to spots such as the Sengen Shrine Complex, Kawaguchiko Lake, and Oshino Hakkai.
- Travel by private car for a highly customizable tour
- Enjoy the breathaking scenery of Mt Fuji and the surrounding area
- Discover a piece of Japan’s history at the Sengen Shrine Complex
- Savor the views at the photogenic Lake Kawaguchiko
- Choose the guided tour option for a more in-depth experience
What’s Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Central Tokyo
- Meet and greet
- Gasoline
- Highway tolls
- English-speaking driver
- English-speaking guide (If guide option chosen)
- Aircon
- Modern and clean vehicle
- WiFi hotspot router (In vehicle, when available)
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
10. Tokyo: Asakusa Sightseeing Tour by Rickshaw
Key Details
Cost: From $36.57
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 66
Tour Length: 30 to 190 minutes
Languages
- English
- Japanese
Tour Description
Explore one of Tokyo’s most historic, picturesque and enchanting districts on a rickshaw tour of Asakusa. See the amazing cherry trees of Sumida Park, visit the oldest amusement park in Japan, and much more.
- Take an informative rickshaw ride through the Asakusa district of Tokyo
- Pass iconic Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, such as Bentendo Hall
- Explore the quirky neighborhoods of Rokku, Denpoin Street, and Nishi Shitamachi
- See beautiful gardens, glorious trees, and the Sumida River
What’s Included
- Rickshaw ride
- Local guide
What’s Not Included
- Optional gratuities
- Snacks and drinks
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
11. Tokyo: Full-Day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide
Key Details
Cost: From $139.63
Review Score: 4.8
Number of Reviews: 351
Tour Length: 6 hours
Languages
- English
- Japanese
Tour Description
Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guide. Discover both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital.
- Explore Tokyo’s top sights in one day
- Learn about the city from a nationally-licensed and experienced guide
- Discover fascinating insights about Japan’s history and culture
- Enjoy a personal experience on a private tour
What’s Included
- Licensed local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Free photos
What’s Not Included
- Other personal expenses
- Entrance fee (for yourself)
- Transportation fee (for yourself)
- Lunch (for yourself)
- Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
How Much Do Private Tours Cost In Tokyo?
The best private tours in Tokyo cost between $36.57 and $580.94. However, you can always check the listings below for something cheaper or even more exclusive.
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