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The standouts, worldwide.
The 12 standout tokyo tours, gathered from across the world. What each one shows you, how long it runs and who leads it, so you can pick the tour that fits the trip.
Walk the Imperial Palace East Gardens and Edo Castle ruins with an English guide, plus Wadakura Fountain Park. Small group, free entries.
Most Popular“Our guide Kenta was very knowledgeable about the history of the Imeprial Palace and the Gardens. He communicated with us very clearly. And he was funny too!”
Private Nikko day trip from Tokyo for up to 6: UNESCO Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, ropeway views, and luxury comfort.
Small-group walk through Meiji Shrine’s forest, big torii, and garden. Learn Shinto and the Imperial system with a local guide.
“Having a guide tell us about Shinto and the rituals and history put context to a beautiful walk. Nana was excellent!”
Private luxury Nikko day trip from Tokyo with door-to-door pick-up, chauffeur driving, and stops at Toshogu, Shinkyo, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji.
“We had a fantastic day with Sarfraz. He was funny, friendly, save driver and told a lot about the activities, He knows the short cuts to the toerist hotspots. He avoid a lot of waiting time. We recommend Sarfraz as your guide to Nikko. Over all we had a great day :-)”
Private day trip from Tokyo to Nikko: UNESCO Toshogu Shrine, Shinkyo Bridge, Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, ropeway views, Edo Wonderland.
Private 10-hour Nikko day trip from Tokyo with Akechidaira Ropeway views, Lake Chuzenji calm, Kegon Falls, and UNESCO Toshogu Shrine.
“Great time with Haroon seeing Nikko! Thank you very much!”
Private Tokyo to Nikko day trip with a luxury driver covering UNESCO Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, Shinkyo Bridge, and Kegon Falls.
Guided Nikko day trip from Tokyo: UNESCO Toshogu, 97-meter Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji views with an English guide.
One long day from Tokyo to Nikko to see Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji, with guided history and easy bus comfort.
“This tour was very interesting. Our guide Toshio was full of facts and information and was a pleasure to listen to his stories about the three sites we visited. All special in their respective ways. Thoroughly recommend this tour but be aware of lots of steps to climb.”
Private English-speaking driver from Tokyo to Nikko with a flexible plan: Toshogu Shrine, Shinkyo Bridge, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji.
“Glad we opted for this. All the other tour options for Nikko from Tokyo had the same 2-3 spots, but for some reason without the popular Shinkyo red bridge. Umer was a very considerate and safe driver, esp in the twisties near Kegon fallsRead more”
Small-group Nijo Castle guided tour in Kyoto with UNESCO access, admission included, koi moats, and the nightingale floor story in 90 minutes.
“It was a really fantastic tour. The guide (Benjamin) was really friendly and he made the tour very interessting with a good mix of knowledge and humour. I can just recommend it. It was a great experience.”
Guided Asakusa walk ending at Tokyo Skytree with included upper and lower deck tickets. Small group, headset for 3+, easy logistics.
“Loved this tour and our tour guide, Taka, was extremely knowledgeable and gave an amazing tour. He was very friendly and answered our many questions while showing us around Tokyo and the Skytree. I would recommend touring with Taka!”
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