--- title: Tokyo Private Driver-Guided Tour lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 694 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 90 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [zh-TW, ja, en, zh-CN] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 14 of 63 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-private-driver-guided-tour/ --- # Tokyo Private Driver-Guided Tour **Guidekin's take:** A private tour for your party links traditional and modern Tokyo by car, with a route built around your interests. A driver-guide, private vehicle, WiFi, bottled water and snacks are included; pricing is per group. 4.98 from 90 reviews at €694 per group/vehicle for 8h. In our comparison: #14 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview During this tour, you will explore the highlights of the traditional parts of Tokyo, and how they harmoniously intertwine with its most modern parts. We can create and arrange your ideal tour that will perfectly match your interest and your schedule. The main advantage of this tour is the opportunity to enjoy sightseeing in Tokyo while traveling comfortably by car. You will be accompanied by a driver guide who has extensive, expert knowledge of the city. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - 9 start times: between 08:00 and 12:00 - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €694 per group/vehicle - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 90 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: supplied by OUTECH - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Chinese, Japanese, English, Chinese - Start times: 9 start times between 08:00 and 12:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.98 from 90 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 90 of 90. - 5 stars: 88 (98%) - 4 stars: 2 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise tailored routes, knowledgeable guides and comfortable vehicles; the reviews offer little critical feedback **Praised:** - Itineraries adapted to personal interests, family needs and preferred pace - Knowledgeable guides who explain Japanese history and culture - Comfortable private vehicles and careful driving - Efficient routes that help travellers cover their chosen sights - Friendly, attentive service and clear communication in English **Complaints:** - No recurring complaint is described in this review sample Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2024-06-14 to 2026-11-03); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Private vehicle - Driver guide - WiFi on board - Bottled water - Snacks ## Itinerary 1. **Tsukiji Jogai Market** (40m) - However the main Tsukiji Market was replaced in 2018 by the Toyosu Market, the outer market at Tsukiji remains. There are still various restaurants and shops containing numerous interesting items. (Some shops and restaurants are closed on Sundays,Wednesdays, and national... 2. **Hamarikyu Gardens** (40m) - The garden has served many purposes over the centuries. It was originally built as a feudal lord's Tokyo residence and duck hunting grounds between the 17th and 19th centuries. And then it became a garden and an imperial detached palace before eventually being opened to the... 3. **Ginza** (1h) - has eclectic boutiques and galleries, the shops selling Japanese traditional crafts, and incredible selection of restaurants and cutting edge architecture. 4. **Imperial Palace** (30m) - The Imperial Palace used to be the Castle of Tokugawa shogun family from 1603 to 1868. It became The Imperial Palace when the political power returned to the Emperor Meiji. The Imperial Palace grounds have many of the perfectly manicured pine trees and lawns which can be... 5. **National Diet Building** (pass by, no stop) - The National Diet (Parliament) building is one of only a few buildings in Tokyo that survived the air raids of 1945. The building was built in 1936. 6. **Akihabara** (1h) - You can enjoy gaming and anime culture in Akihabara. There are also hundreds of electronics shops, ranging from tiny stalls specializing in a particular electronic component to large electronics retailers. 7. **Senso-ji Temple** (1h) - is the oldest temple in Tokyo. The name Asakusa appeared for the first time in the history of Japan in 628, when a small statue of the Kannon was caught by two fishermen in Asakusa. The people in the village built a small temple for the statue not knowing anything about its... 8. **Omotesando** (30m) - There are various buildings designed by the world’s leading architechts in Omotesando. You can also find every famous brand neme in fashion. 9. **Harajuku will give you some insight into the youth culture of Japan** (30m) - You will see unique fashion trends and outrageous design in fashion and buildings. 10. **Meiji Jingu Shrine** (30m) - Meiji shrine has a pleasant atmosphere and nice break from the busy streets. You might be able to see a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony on Saturdays and Sundays. 11. **Shibuya Crossing** (15m) - Shibuya crossing is the busiest intersection in the world. It makes Times Square seem like a sleepy village. 12. **Daikanyama** (30m) - and Nakameguro are filled with numerous boutiques and cafes. They have a different atmosphere and less hectic pace than more famous places in the city. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 08:00 and 12:00 - 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 - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €694 | €347 | | 4 | €694 | €174 | | 6 | €694 | €116 | 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 Sightseeing & City Tours start at €90 per person. ## Compared with other Sightseeing & City Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #14 of 63** | €694 per group | 8h | 4.98 (90) | private | | [Tokyo Private Discovery Tour / Unique Insights & Must Sees](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-private-discovery-tour-unique-insights-must-sees/?format=md) | €109 | 4h | 5.0 (289) | private | | [Private Tailor-made Akihabara Anime Tour with a Local Otaku Guide](/japan/tokyo/tours/private-tailor-made-akihabara-anime-tour-with-a-local-otaku-guide/?format=md) | €138 | 3h | 5.0 (185) | private | | [Tokyo Customized Private Tour (Must See Places in 1 Day)](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-customized-private-tour-must-see-places-in-1-day/?format=md) | €127 | 2h | 4.95 (2463) | private | Ranked #14 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €7240, median €122; typical length 4h. 48 of 63 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tokyo-city-tours/?format=md ## More in Tokyo - All Tokyo tours: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-private-driver-guided-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/?format=md