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The journey in short
Four days, four regions,
one guide throughout.
Tokyo, the old capital at Kamakura, the shrines of Nikko, and a final day that is yours to choose: Mt. Fuji or Hakone.
- Four full days, roughly 10 to 11 hours each, with one guide throughout
- Door-to-door pickup and drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards, every day
- Kamakura’s Great Buddha, bamboo grove and Tsurugaoka Hachimangū
- Nikko’s World Heritage shrines, Kegon Falls and Lake Chūzenji
- Day four your choice: Mt. Fuji and the Five Lakes, or Hakone
- Child seats free of charge, and your own Tokyo hotel throughout
Where the journey takes you
The itinerary.
Yours to adjust.
Your guide coordinates the route, timing and photo stops around your interests, the weather and seasonal conditions. Nothing here is fixed.
- Day 1
Tokyo highlights
Old city and new
- 01
Tsukiji Outer Market
Lively market lanes of seafood stalls, food shops and local specialities.
- 02
Imperial Palace East Gardens
Landscaped grounds inside the old castle walls and moats.
- 03
Akihabara
Electronics, anime, manga and gaming, street after street.
- 04
Senso-ji Temple and Asakusa
Tokyo’s oldest temple, and the traditional shops of Nakamise Street.
- 05
Tokyo Skytree
Panoramic views across the city. Admission is optional.
- 06
Meiji Shrine
A forest path leading to one of Tokyo’s most important Shinto shrines.
- 07
Harajuku and Takeshita Street
Colourful street fashion, cafés and youth culture.
- 08
Shibuya Crossing
Finishing under the screens and the neon.
- Day 2
Kamakura
The medieval capital, an hour from Tokyo
- 01
Hōkoku-ji Temple and bamboo grove
Towering bamboo behind quiet temple grounds, with a tea house among the stems.
- 02
Tsurugaoka Hachimangū Shrine
Kamakura’s most important Shinto shrine, at the head of the old ceremonial avenue.
- 03
Hase-dera Temple
Hillside gardens climbing to elevated views over the coast, and the Kannon hall.
- 04
Kōtoku-in and the Great Buddha
Thirteen metres of bronze, sitting in the open air since a tsunami took its hall in 1498.
- 05
Komachi-dōri
A shopping street of local food, cafés and traditional goods. Optional.
- 06
Enoshima
Island viewpoints, shrines and seaside promenades. Optional, and an alternative to Komachi-dōri.
- Day 3
Nikko
Choose the stops that appeal, shrines below and mountains above
- 01
Akechidaira Ropeway and viewpoint
The panorama that puts Lake Chūzenji and Kegon Falls in a single frame.
- 02
Kegon Falls
One of Japan’s three great waterfalls, dropping ninety-seven metres.
- 03
Lake Chūzenji
Japan’s highest natural lake, with an optional sightseeing cruise.
- 04
Tamozawa Imperial Villa
Edo and Meiji architecture together, with gardens that change by season.
- 05
Tōshōgū Shrine
The lavish World Heritage shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu: gold leaf and intricate carving.
- 06
Rinnō-ji Temple
The hall of the three great Buddha images, quiet among the cedars.
- 07
Shinkyō Bridge
The vermilion bridge over sacred water at the entrance to the shrines.
- 08
Kanmangafuchi Abyss
A riverside path lined with rows of Jizō statues.
- 09
Ryūzu Falls
A forest walk beside cascades over volcanic rock. Optional.
- Day 4
Option A · Mt. Fuji and the Five Lakes
Pick one option for the final day
- 01
Chureito Pagoda
The classic view: Mt. Fuji behind a five-storey red pagoda.
- 02
Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station
High on Fuji’s slopes, seasonal road conditions permitting.
- 03
Kitaguchi Hongū Fuji Sengen Shrine
Towering cedars and grand torii gates at the traditional start of the climb.
- 04
Oshino Hakkai
Spring-fed ponds of extraordinary clarity in a village below the mountain.
- 05
Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
Elevated views across Lake Kawaguchiko.
- 06
Lake Kawaguchiko cruise
Time on the water, and a different angle on the mountain.
- 07
Ōishi Park
A lakeside walk among seasonal flowers with Fuji across the water.
- 08
Fugaku Wind Cave
A naturally cool lava cave formed by past volcanic activity.
- 09
Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba
An open-air heritage village of thatched-roof houses.
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Option B · Hakone
Volcanic valley, caldera lake and open-air art
- 01
Hakone Ropeway
A cable car over the volcanic landscape and its steam vents.
- 02
Lake Ashi cruise
Across the caldera lake, with Fuji behind the ridge on a clear day.
- 03
Hakone Shrine
Forest paths to the famous torii gate standing in the water.
- 04
Hakone Open-Air Museum
Sculpture against mountain scenery, with the Picasso Pavilion.
No surprises
What the price
does and does not cover.
The professional guide and the listed transportation costs are included. Attraction tickets, meals and optional activities are paid on the day.
Included
- Professional English-speaking guide on all four days
- Private transportation arranged through licensed commercial partners
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards, each day
- Child seats when requested in advance, free of charge
- Fuel, highway tolls, parking fees and regular restroom stops
- Bottled water and on-board Wi-Fi, subject to vehicle availability
Not included
- Hotel accommodation, since you stay in your own Tokyo hotel throughout
- Temple, shrine and museum admissions
- Ropeway, cruise and observation-elevator tickets
- Meals and additional drinks
- Personal expenses
- Pickups outside Tokyo’s 23 wards, when applicable
- Airport and cruise terminal transfers, which are booked separately
Private group pricing
One price
for your whole group.
Not per person. The price below covers the private vehicle, the professional guide, fuel, highway tolls and parking for everyone travelling with you.
The price covers all four touring days: guide, private vehicle, fuel, tolls and parking. Accommodation is not included, because you keep your own Tokyo hotel throughout. Additional time beyond the confirmed daily duration is charged at ¥5,000 per hour.
Good to know
Before you book.
Everything that affects your journey, in plain language. If anything here is unclear, message us before booking and we will answer properly.
Is hotel accommodation included?+
No, and you will not need it from us. Every day starts and finishes at your own hotel within Tokyo’s 23 wards, so you stay in one bed for four nights and never pack or check out. It keeps the price down and lets you book the hotel you actually want.
On day four, should we choose Mt. Fuji or Hakone?+
Mt. Fuji if you want the mountain itself: the classic pagoda view, the 5th Station, the lakes and the villages beneath it. Hakone if you would rather finish gently: a ropeway over the steam vents, a cruise across the caldera lake, the torii gate standing in the water and sculpture in the open air. Fuji is the photograph; Hakone is the wind-down. You can decide after you arrive.
How long is each day, and what time is pickup?+
Each touring day runs roughly 10 to 11 hours from pickup to drop-off. Pickup is normally between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM, and you can choose a different time for each day. Exact times are confirmed after booking.
That is a very long list of stops. Do we see all of them?+
No. It is a menu, not a schedule. A comfortable day fits five or six stops, and day four is an either/or between two regions. Tell your guide what draws you and each day is built around it.
Do the four days have to be consecutive?+
Most guests book them back to back and that is how the itinerary is designed. If you would rather leave a rest day in the middle, ask us before booking and we will confirm whether your dates work.
Should I tip the guide?+
No. Japan does not have a tipping culture and nothing is expected. Your guide will be slightly embarrassed if you insist. If you want to show appreciation, a review is worth far more to us.
Is there anything I should know about visiting temples and shrines?+
A little respect goes a long way. Modest attire is appreciated, photography is restricted in some halls, and your guide will tell you where. Nothing here requires special clothing, just an awareness that these are working places of worship rather than monuments.
What about luggage, payments and Wi-Fi?+
Small carry-on luggage is fine; tell us in advance about large suitcases so suitable space is arranged. Bring Japanese yen or an IC card, since admissions and smaller establishments are often cash-preferred. On-board Wi-Fi works, though it drops in tunnels and mountain areas.
Are children welcome, and are child seats available?+
Very welcome, and child seats are provided free of charge. Please request them in advance with each child’s age so the right seats are fitted for all four days. Regular restroom stops are built into every day, and extra ones can be asked for at any time.
Where can you pick me up, and are there rules in the vehicle?+
One pickup and one drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards are included each day: hotels, apartments or stations. Pickup from other locations can be arranged for an additional fee depending on the location. Airport and cruise terminal transfers are a separate service, bookable from our Transfers page. For everyone’s comfort and safety, smoking, alcohol, fireworks and hazardous items are not permitted inside the vehicle.
What is the cancellation policy?+
Cancellations 72 hours or more before the start time receive a 95% refund. Cancellations 24–72 hours before receive an 80% refund. Cancellations under 24 hours are non-refundable. These percentages are final and already account for transaction and refund-processing costs. Booking changes are subject to availability.