Tokyo Private Tour by Vehicle & English-Speaking Chauffeur

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Up to 4 per booking · Guide in English, Spanish or Italian09:00, 09:30 and 10:00

Up to 6 per booking · Guide in English, Spanish or Italian09:00, 09:30 and 10:00

Up to 3 per booking · Guide in English, Spanish or Italian09:00, 09:30 and 10:00

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Your own car, your own pace, your own Tokyo

You get a private vehicle and English-speaking driver for the day, picked up from your hotel and dropped back there whenever you finish. Choose from a set itinerary hitting Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo Skytree, Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Shibuya Crossing and Harajuku, or build your own route. Pocket wifi and water are included. Lunch is on you. The pace and stops are yours to decide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Senso-ji Temple1h 5m
2. Tokyo Skytree1h 20m
3. Tokyo Imperial Palacepass by
4. Meiji Shrine1h 20m
5. Shibuya Crossing50m
6. Harajuku1h 5m

Explore Tokyo's iconic landmarks

• Visit Senso-ji Temple
• Explore Tokyo Skytree
• Lunch at Tsukiji Outer Market
• Walk through Imperial Palace East Gardens
• Visit Meiji Shrine
• Shop and stroll in Harajuku
• See Shibuya Crossing

The Experience

"You don't have to rush," the driver said when I asked if we could linger at Meiji Shrine instead of moving straight to the next stop. That's the whole thing right there. A private tour by vehicle in Tokyo means the schedule bends to what you actually want to see, not what fits into a bus route. Hotel pickup happens on your time, and from there the city opens up without the noise of a group or the fixed pace of a tour bus. The driver speaks English and knows the landmarks: he'll talk about what you're passing between stops, so you're learning while you move, not standing in a crowd waiting for someone to finish a speech.

The itinerary is yours to shape. Some people pack it tight: Senso-ji Temple in the morning when it's quieter, then Tsukiji Outer Market for lunch (you choose the restaurant), then up Tokyo Skytree for the 634-meter view before heading to Shibuya Crossing in the late afternoon when the light is better for photos. Others slow down: spend two hours at the Imperial Palace East Gardens, walk through Harajuku's Takeshita Street without watching the clock, sit longer at Meiji Shrine where traditional Shinto weddings sometimes happen and the grounds feel separate from the city. The driver adjusts. You get bottled water in the car, pocket wifi so you can navigate or message people back home, and a vehicle that's yours alone for the day, not shared with strangers.

What you don't arrange is transport between sites, timing, or figuring out which shrine is which. The driver handles the route and the context. Hotel drop-off at the end means you don't navigate back tired. If you have small children, specialized infant seats are available. The whole day works because nothing is locked into a schedule that doesn't fit your energy or interests. You're not following a group through Shibuya Crossing at the exact moment the tour company decided. You're crossing it when you're ready, with someone who knows the city driving you there.

What’s included

Hotel pickup and drop-off, private vehicle for the day, English-speaking driver who provides information about each sight during the drive, bottled water, and pocket wifi. Entry fees to attractions, meals and any optional activities are separate.

Days and timesDaily · 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00

Meeting point and pickupPickup optional · ends where it startsMeeting point, per the operator: “We will pick you up at any hotel or train station within Tokyo`s 23 wards. Please include your pick up location in the "Special requirements" section upon booki…”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Tokyo Grand Tours

Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want to see Tokyo's main landmarks without the rigidity of a group tour or the hassle of navigating public transport and timing themselves. The private vehicle and flexible schedule let you linger where you want and skip what doesn't interest you.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can I customize the itinerary or do I have to follow the set route?

You can customize completely. The tour offers set itineraries as a starting point, but the driver will follow your own plan if you prefer different stops or a different order.

Is lunch included?

No. The tour passes Tsukiji Outer Market, which has excellent restaurants and street food, but you choose and pay for your meal separately.

What time does the tour start?

Hotel pickup happens on your schedule. You decide the start time that suits you.

Is the driver multilingual?

The driver speaks English. The tour may be operated by a multilingual guide depending on availability, so you can ask about other languages when booking.

Are entry fees to temples and attractions included?

No. Entry fees are separate. The driver will take you to each site, but you pay admission at the gate.

Can I visit Fuji, Hakone or Lake Kawaguchi instead of Tokyo?

Yes. The company also offers day packages to the Fuji area, Lake Kawaguchi, Hakone and Lake Ashi if you prefer a day trip outside the city.

Is it suitable for families with young children?

Yes. Specialized infant seats are available, and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. The flexible pace suits families.