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Splendor of Japan Under the Sakura

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

10 Days / 9 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 10-day route through Tokyo, Nikko's shrines and waterfalls, historic Kamakura, and the hot springs and lake views of Hakone, timed for cherry blossom season. Adapted from a self-guided rail itinerary, where travelers collect a Japan Rail Pass and navigate between cities independently with a local assistant's help — Voyzo runs this route with your own private driver and vehicle instead of independent trains and rail passes.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Tokyo Haneda Airport.

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Day 1 — Welcome to Japan

Airport arrival, transfer to your hotel, an orientation to getting around Tokyo, and a free half-day to explore.

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Day 2 — Explore Exciting Tokyo

The Imperial Palace and gardens, Hie Jinja Shrine, Shinjuku Imperial Park, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Yoyogi Park, and the Shibuya and Harajuku districts.

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Day 3 — Tokyo's Secrets

Ueno Park, Akihabara, and Asakusa's 1,000-year-old Sensoji Temple with Nakamise Street and the Tokyo Sky Tree.

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Day 4 — Journey to Nikko

The Shinkyo 'Holy Bridge,' Rinno-ji Temple, the ornate Nikko Toshogu Shrine, and the 8th-century Nikko Futarasan Jinja Shrine.

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Day 5 — Adventure Around Nikko

Chuzenji Lake, Japan's highest lake, plus the Ryuzu and Kegon waterfalls in Nikko National Park.

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Day 6 — Discover the Future in Tokyo

Hama Rikyu Garden, the artificial island of Odaiba, the Miraikan science museum, and the Samurai Museum in Shinjuku.

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Day 7 — Discover Captivating Kamakura

Hasedera Temple, the Great Buddha at Kotoku-in (cast in 1252), the Zen temple Meigetsu-in, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.

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Day 8 — Magnificent Views of Mt. Fuji

Hakone Shrine's lakeside torii, a crater-lake cruise on Lake Ashi, and a cable car ride over the steam vents of Owakudani Volcanic Valley.

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Day 9 — Wander Through Hakone

A relaxed morning with options including Gora Park, a Japanese tea ceremony, or a hand-blown glass demonstration, before returning to Tokyo.

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Day 10 — Farewell Japan

A free half-day in Tokyo before your private transfer to the airport.

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Departure

The trip ends back in Tokyo with a private transfer to Tokyo Haneda Airport for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — the source itinerary has travelers navigating between cities independently by train with a Japan Rail Pass and a local assistant's guidance. Voyzo runs it with your own private driver and vehicle instead.
Sakura season in Japan typically runs late March to early April and varies year to year — your Voyzo agent can advise on timing based on the latest forecasts.
Day 8 in Hakone includes views of Mount Fuji from Lake Ashi and the Owakudani Volcanic Valley, weather permitting.
Yes — day 5 covers both the Ryuzu and Kegon waterfalls inside Nikko National Park.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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