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Tokyo Private Tour by Car with English-Speaking Driver (Premium)

Recommended by 93% of travelers
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Tokyo, Japan
High interest
Booked 2 times today.
  • 9 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8
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· Michael_A ·
Jul 2026
Outstanding tour. We booked the same tour for two days in a row and had the same guide, David, for both days. Over the two days we were abel to see everything on the list, go up in the Tokyo SkyTree and even visited the National Museum. David shared wonderful information and was highly informative. This is an outstanding way to see Tokyo. I would highly recommend this tour.
· Jennifer_T ·
Jun 2026
I booked this tour for my parents during their long layover, and it was an amazing experience. David was their guide, and he was awesome! Communication with the company was smooth from beginning to end, making the entire process easy and stress-free. I highly recommend this tour company to anyone visiting Tokyo. My parents had a wonderful time and truly enjoyed their trip!

Overview

    What's Included

    • Fuel/ Parking/Toll fees
    • Private air-conditioned vehicle
    • Walking guide (insights are given mostly while in car between destinations)
    • if pick-up or drop-off is at Haneda/Narita/Yokohama - 10,000¥ surcharge
    • Admission Fee - Attraction tickets are not included

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Pickup & Drop-off Information: We offer FREE pickup and drop-off services at hotels and locations within all 23 wards of Tokyo. For pickups or drop-offs outside Tokyo’s 23 wards, an additional fee applies: Haneda Airport – ¥10,000 per way (pickup or drop-off) Narita Airport – ¥10,000 per way (pickup or drop-off) Kanagawa/Yokohama – ¥10,000 per way (pickup or drop-off) Important: If your pickup or drop-off location is outside Tokyo’s 23 wards, please let us know in advance by mentioning it in the “Special Requirements” section when booking. Communication Before the Tour: One day prior to your tour, we will create a WhatsApp group chat to: Introduce your driver-guide Share pickup details and important tour information Please make sure to: Use your registered phone number for WhatsApp, or Provide us with your WhatsApp number in advance

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    Meeting points

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    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    Tsukiji Fish Market

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    Senso-ji Temple

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    Meiji Shrine Imperial Garden

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    4

    Shibuya Crossing

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    5

    Takeshita Street

    40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    6

    Tokyo Tower

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

    7

    The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace - Edo Castle Ruin

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

    8

    Tokyo Skytree

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

    9

    Ginza

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Imperial Palace East Gardens (Closed on Mondays and Fridays. On these days, this stop will be replaced with a nearby alternative attraction.)
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    4.8
    based on 92 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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    Tokyo tour

    BruceM, Aug 2026
    Very nice day! Abee was a wonderful guide. We are an older couple with limited walking ability. But he customized the day to our needs. We were VERY pleased with our day.

    Have it our way!

    Paul_M, Aug 2026
    Abi was an excellent and courteous driver. He provided incredible insights at every stop and allowed us to customize our 9-hour day.

    Awesome tour. Our driver...

    Tim_S, Aug 2026
    Awesome tour. Our driver went out of his way to accommodate our 80 year old mother. They tailored the experience to match her capabilities.

    Outstanding tour

    Michael_A, Jul 2026
    Outstanding tour. We booked the same tour for two days in a row and had the same guide, David, for both days. Over the two days we were abel to see everything on the list, go up in the Tokyo SkyTree and even visited the National Museum. David shared wonderful information and was highly informative. This is an outstanding way to see Tokyo. I would highly recommend this tour.

    Excellent tour

    Judy_B, Jul 2026
    This was an excellent tour with Caffrey being a superb driver/guide. He was very knowledgeable and allowed flexibility for our day. We were very impressed with Caffrey.

    We had a definite...

    Kathryn_T, Jul 2026
    We had a definite itinerary in mind. Our driver made sure that we got to each place. We missed nothing. So convenient when you only have a short time. Driver was knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time!!!

    Abisek was a great driver...

    Yash_A, Jul 2026
    Abisek was a great driver and tour guide across Tokyo. He took us inside the temple and explained Japanese culture thoroughly. We were able to see a lot of great landmarks. Would 100% recommend this tour to others.

    Great, Efficient Visit

    Ernie_W, Jul 2026
    We visited all of the places on the itinerary. Our driver, David, provided a lot of information on the day before our trip as to what we were to see. The order seemed excellent, starting west of the train station and moving eastward towards our hotel. David kindly explained the differences between Temples and Shrines while informing us of proper decorum and respect. He took us to the Fish Market and had a wonderful lunch meeting our various dietary requirements. And we had a FABULOUS melon in the market. We had time to go shopping. And we were went up in the Tokyo SkyTree. Despite being overcast, it was great. We would like to thank David for his great kindness in meeting our needs and wishes. It was a great day!

    The Best Tokyo Tour

    Beryl_H, Jul 2026
    Beautiful experience!!! We saw the major highlights iof Tokyo in one day. The tour guide, David, was excellent and experienced. He was very friendly, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and patient with explaining about Tokyo.

    A Great Overview of Tokyo!

    Cynthia_F, Jul 2026
    Abi customized our tour according to our preferences for history and the older area of Tokyo. He was a great driver and terrific guide.

    Birthday Bummer

    Holly_R, Jul 2026
    We booked for my 50th birthday and were told lunch would be a stop at the Fish Market. The driver dropped us off at the market at 2pm - just as most stalls were closed or closing so the atmosphere was dull/after party versus lively and fun. Right before we arrived at the market we were told the Imperial Gardens (my personal tour highlight) were closed. As they are every Monday. I feel like this should have been mentioned on the website when booking so we could have planned accordingly. The “tour” ended up being overpriced taxi rides. A birthday bummer.

    We had an outstanding...

    Jeremy_T, Jul 2026
    We had an outstanding private tour of Tokyo with David. He was knowledgeable, professional, and incredibly friendly throughout the day. His passion for Tokyo’s history, culture, and local traditions made every stop interesting and enjoyable. David tailored the tour to our interests, shared excellent local recommendations, and helped us navigate the city with ease. He was patient with our questions and made sure we had plenty of time to enjoy each location without feeling rushed. If you’re visiting Tokyo and want a guide who is personable, informative, and truly cares about providing a memorable experience, I highly recommend David. He made our time in Tokyo unforgettable, and we would gladly book another tour with him on our next visit.

    This is the only way to...

    Karen_K, Jul 2026
    This is the only way to see a lot of Tokyo in 1 day. Our driver, David, was very knowledgeable, answered all our questions, and spoke excellent English. He had an itinerary ready, but easily adapted it to include what interested us. This was the best experience and an excellent value. I would highly recommend!!

    Exciting All Day Tour

    Rodney_R, Jul 2026
    We had a great time on our all day tour. We saw some amazing sites. Our tour guide David was very nice and very knowledgeable.

    Tokyo in a rainy day

    Heidi_D, Jun 2026
    Best option for a rainy day. David was very kind and take us everywhere. He cater for all of us, taking us practically door to door to each attraction, David is the best!!!!!

    Great experience. David...

    Stephen_C, Jun 2026
    Great experience. David was awesome. Very knowledgeable, very safe driver, made our experience extra special.

    An awesome trip!

    Jennifer_T, Jun 2026
    I booked this tour for my parents during their long layover, and it was an amazing experience. David was their guide, and he was awesome! Communication with the company was smooth from beginning to end, making the entire process easy and stress-free. I highly recommend this tour company to anyone visiting Tokyo. My parents had a wonderful time and truly enjoyed their trip!

    Great tour with David

    Lindsay_C, Jun 2026
    Great, customizable tour of the city. David was a wonderful guide. Recommend doing a 1pm time for sky tree if you opt to buy tickets.

    A day in Tokyo

    Carol_D, Jun 2026
    David was great and very knowledgeable. We did some of the prearranged sites and other places we wanted to to see. He was very accommodating and helpful. He found a great spot for lunch and took us to buy gifts at a specialty shop . We covered a lot of the city and enjoyed the day.

    This tour allowed us to...

    Michel_C, Jun 2026
    This tour allowed us to visit the major attractions we were looking for. Caffery was outstanding and answered all of our questions.

    It’s a great time, a sort...

    Satyaki_B, Jun 2026
    It’s a great time, a sort of “greatest hits” of quite a few things in Tokyo, it can also act as a guideline for any future activities you might want to do.

    DAVID was superb 👏 👌

    Dave_L, Jun 2026
    DAVID - Our driver was astonishing !!! He was knowledgeable, courteous and friendly... very very patient did not rush us and we were able to see everything we were promised we experienced 9 hours of an amazing tour of Tokyo. Highly clarity in his speaking of the English language. Highly recommend David as you tour guide and driver.

    5 stars

    Edna_A, Jun 2026
    The driver was so kind! He let us change our schedule to other locations we wanted to go to and the pick ups and drop offs were very easy. Would definitely recommend.

    David was an excellent...

    Donny_C, Jun 2026
    David was an excellent tour guide—professional, patient, and knowledgeable about Tokyo. The private tour was flexible and tailored to our interests, helping us see a lot of the city efficiently. What stood out most was David’s dedication. He even drove us to find a melon pan vendor we wanted to try. His local expertise made a big difference. I highly recommend this tour. It was a great value and far more enjoyable than a crowded tour bus. For a personalized local experience, this is a great way to see Tokyo

    Tokyo tour

    Michael_S, Jun 2026
    I highly recommend Adnan. He was conscientious and went the extra mile to explain things. He was very personable and very informative.

    Comprehensive Day Tour of Tokyo

    Barry_O, Jun 2026
    Quick and comprehensive tour of Tokyocomprehensive mini tour Tokyo.Picked up at Cruise Terminal at 9:30; and did a tour of major sites over the next 9 hours. Stopped for lunch at Tokyo Fish Market, toured Shrine and park, stopped at Tokyo Tower, drove around Imperial Gardens, Skytree, Temple, Gonzalo and major tourist spots

    Private tour in Tokyo

    Sameer_K, Jun 2026
    Great guide Adnan, he was amazing, patient and knowledgeable! He took time to take is around and so flexible with our family

    It was a very convenient...

    Yongjin_K, Jun 2026
    It was a very convenient way to see major attractions in Tokyo one day. The driver was friendly and accommodating.

    Tokyo tour

    George_K, Jun 2026
    Sights were great. David picked us up at the hotel and we adjusted the schedule to what we wanted to see with his suggestions, everything went great

    Tokyo June 2026

    Paul_R, Jun 2026
    I thought maybe the tour would be too long but it was packed with stops and activities. Great way to see all the main sights and neighborhoods of Tokyo and then decide which ones you want to explore longer later. Adnan went above and beyond what was expected to make sure we would see all that Tokyo has to offer and you could see his passion for the culture and history of the city. He is also a great driver so the ride was very comfortable and he also had great advice about places to visit and the "unseen" aspects of Japanese life.

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    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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