---
title: Kamakura & Enoshima Private Tour | Licensed Guide & Driver
lang: en
type: tour
city: Tokyo
country: Japan
price: 521
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.96
reviews: 78
duration_minutes: 600
languages: [ru, zh-TW, ko, ja, en, zh-CN, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 10 of 55 (Day Trips from Tokyo)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/kamakura-enoshima-private-tour-licensed-guide-driver/
---

# Kamakura & Enoshima Private Tour | Licensed Guide & Driver

**Guidekin's take:** Choose around four to six sites in Kamakura, Enoshima or Yokohama on a private tour for your party. A licensed guide, driver, private van, water, tolls and parking are included; lunch and Hase-dera Temple entry cost extra. 4.96 from 78 reviews at €521 per person for 10h.

In our comparison: #10 of 55 in Day Trips from Tokyo, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts.

As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Kamakura, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest.

Step into a world where samurai once walked and temples whisper stories of centuries past. Our tour immerses you in the heart of Japan, where history, spirituality, and nature exist in perfect harmony.

Visit the Great Buddha, and stroll through the serene garden of Hasedera Temple, where seasonal flowers bloom and captivate visitors throughout the year.

In the afternoon you may like to feel the sea breeze at Enosima island, steeped in legends and dotted with hidden shrines. 

Yokohama, with its fusion of oriental and occidental cultures, provides a captivating contrast to Kamakura. Explore its highlights, including the panoramic Landmark Tower, Redbrick Warehouse, and Cup Noodle Museum, etc.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 4 start times: between 07:30 and 09:00
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €521 per person
- Duration: 10h
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 78 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Japan Star Travel Agency
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, English, Chinese, French, Spanish
- Start times: 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.96 from 78 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 77 of 78.

- 5 stars: 76 (97%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value tailored itineraries, cultural detail and comfortable transport; weather can require changes to plans.

**Praised:**
- Detailed explanations of temple history, Japanese traditions and local culture
- Itineraries tailored in advance, with flexibility to add or drop stops
- Comfortable vehicles and punctual hotel pickups
- Patient attention to children, older travelers and individual needs
- Restaurant recommendations and help arranging enjoyable lunches

**Complaints:**
- Weather can require changes to the planned date or route

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2024-03-17 to 2026-10-15); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Air-conditioned private vehicle (van) and bottled water
- Fuel, Highway tolls and Parking Fees

## Not included

- Lunch
- Gratuity *5-20%
- Hase-dera Temple
- Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama
- Engaku-ji Temple
- Hokokuji Temple (Takedera Temple)
- Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)
- Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden

## Itinerary

1. **Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura** (30m) - It is a gigantic bronze statue of Amida Buddha (13.5m, 44 ft.) in an open air. It is the only national treasure in Kamakura. You can enter inside the body for only 20 yen. (admission fee 200 yen per pers.)
2. **Hokoku-ji Temple** (30m) - Rated 3 stars in the Michelin travel guide. The temple is famous for having the most beautiful bamboo grove in Kamakura. You can enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweet in a teahouse overlooking the bamboo grove. (admission fee 600 yen per pers. including matcha and sweet)...
3. **Hasedera Temple** (30m) - It’s known as a temple of flowers. You can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring, hydrangeas around late May to late June, and maple leaves in autumn. It’s also famous for 9.18 meter-tall gilded wooden eleven-headed statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. (admission fee 400 yen per...
4. **Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine** (30m) - This Shinto shrine is dedicated to the god of war and the god of the samurai in general. It is a popular site for weddings and is particularly beautiful during cherry blossom or azalea season. (30 to 60mn)
5. **Kamakura Komachidori** (20m) - It is a long shopping street near Tsurugaoka Hahchimangu Shrine. The street is lined up with numbers of restaurants, cafes and shops. Some popular souvenirs are carved lacquerware (Kamakura-bori), pigeon-shaped cookies (Toshimaya Hato sable), and bean snacks (Kamakura...
6. **Kencho-ji Temple** (30m) - It’s the oldest and the highest ranking zen temple in Kamakura. It offers meditation practice on certain dates. Zen t-shirts are sold here. (admission fee 500 yen per pers.)
7. **Engaku-ji** (30m) - It is the second important zen temple in Kamakura, famous for its large temple gate and bell. You can find the grave of famous film director Yasujiro Ozu here. There is a café within the temple compound where you can enjoy lunch, Japanese sweets, and matcha green tea and...
8. **Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)** (30m) - It is famous for blue hydrangeas from late May to late June. Many people queue up to take a picture of the circular window in the main hall which frames the scenery of the garden behind it. (admission fee 500 yen per pers.)
9. **Shinto Shrine where is believed an increase of income by washing cahs with it...** (30m) - Shinto Shrine where is believed an increase of income by washing cahs with its holy water.
10. **Tokeiji Temple** (30m) - This quiet little temple served as a shelter for women who suffered abuse by their husbands and sought a divorce at a time when only men were allowed to ask for a divorce. Visitors can enjoy flowers all year round, such as plums in early spring, iris and climbing hydrangea in...
11. **Kamakura Kokomae Station** (pass by, no stop) - This photogenic railroad crossing having the beautiful blue sea in the background was used in the opening sequence of a famous Japanese anime “Slam Dunk”. A short photo stop is possible.
12. **Yokohama Minato Mirai 21** (30m) - Minato Mirai 21 is a seaside urban area in central Yokohama. Some major attractions are the Landmark Tower (the second tallest building in Japan), Cosmo World amusement park, and the Red Brick Warehouses shopping center. (30 to 60mn)
13. **Sankeien Gardens** (30m) - It is a traditional and typical Japanese-style garden designed by a wealthy businessman. 17 precious buildings transferred from Kyoto and other places are skillfully arranged to match the beauty of the garden. (admission fee 700 yen per pers.) (30 to 90mn)
14. **Enoshima Island** (30m) - There are various attractions such as a shrine, aquarium, botanical garden, observation tower and caves. Mount Fuji can be viewed from various places if the weather permits. (30 to 150 mn)
15. **Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden** (30m) - Enjoy the panoramic scenic view of the Yokohama Bay area and bay of Tokyo from 273m (900f) high. You can also get a good view of Mt. Fuji on a clear day. (admission fee 1000 yen per pers.)
16. **Yamashita Park** (10m) - If you feel like strolling in a park with a coffee in hand, Yamashita Park would be ideal as it is beloved by the locals to come and relax. Street performers are here to entertain on the weekend. A photo stop is possible upon request
17. **Osanbashi Yokohama International Passenger Terminal** (10m) - You can get a very beautiful view of the Yokohama Minato Mirai area
18. **Another scenic viewing point and landmark of Yokohama bay area with it's The ...** (10m) - Another scenic viewing point and landmark of Yokohama bay area with it's The English garden. It is located next to the residential districts of the western people when Yokohama opened as one of the important international ports at the end of the Tokugawa Shogunate.
19. **Yokohama Chinatown** (pass by, no stop) - If you want to try Chinese food while you are in Japan or to have a different feeling, the biggest Chinatown in Japan is in Yokohama. Possible to make a stop or have lunch upon request.
20. **Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama** (45m) - Run by Nisshin, the very first company that invented Cup noodles. You can learn about the story of the instant noodle, topping and making your original noodle, try different tastes from worldwide noodles, and get some original souvenirs only found in this unique...
21. **Shinyokohama Ramen Museum** (1h) - If you are a ramen lover, Shinyokohama ramen museum is a must go place.You can enjoy 8 different type of ramen all in one place (admission fee 310 yen per pers.)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary on the What to Expect is a list, please select around 4 to 6 sites.
- You can ask our guide for advice and suggestions after booking.
- Please advise for any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking, vegetarian option is available.
- The tour will not be cancelled or refunded even if some spots are not fully visible due to weather conditions. The activity schedule is subject to change/cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The price remains the same with or without the vehicle.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €1042 | €521 |
| 4 | €1040 | €260 |
| 6 | €1056 | €176 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Day Trips from Tokyo start at €90 per person.

## Compared with other Day Trips from Tokyo

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #10 of 55** | €521 | 10h | 4.96 (78) | private |
| [Mt Fuji Hidden Gem Custom Car Tour with Licensed Guide & Driver](/japan/tokyo/tours/mt-fuji-hidden-gem-custom-car-tour-with-licensed-guide-driver/?format=md) | €564 | 10h | 4.96 (408) | private |
| [Private Mt Fuji Tour from Tokyo: Scenic BBQ & Hidden Gems](/japan/tokyo/tours/private-mt-fuji-tour-from-tokyo-scenic-bbq-hidden-gems/?format=md) | €255 | 9h | 4.99 (161) | private |
| [Mount Fuji Private Tour With English Guide Fully Customizable](/japan/tokyo/tours/mount-fuji-private-tour-with-english-guide-fully-customizable/?format=md) | €381 per group | 8h | 4.95 (255) | private |

Ranked #10 of 55 in Day Trips from Tokyo by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €865, median €142; typical length 10h. 41 of 55 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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