Tokyo Private Car Tour: Kamakura, Enoshima & Yokohama Highlights

Tokyo Private Car Tour: Kamakura, Enoshima & Yokohama Highlights

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About This Tour in Kamakura

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 of Kamakura, 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. Wander along Komachi Street to discover unique souvenirs, traditional crafts, and delicious local street food. Yokohama, with its fascinating 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. Your private tour will be carefully tailored by a qualified guide and accompanied by a skilled driver, ensuring a hassle-free and truly memorable day.

Why Visit Kamakura?

Kamakura, Japan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Kamakura provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Kamakura

You can reach Kamakura, Japan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.

What's Included

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

What's 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
  • Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
  • Kencho-ji Temple
  • Tokeiji Temple
  • Sankeien Gardens
  • Shinyokohama Ramen Museum

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • 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.

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

It is a gigantic bronze statue of Amida Buddha (13 30 minutes

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.)

Rated 3 stars in the Michelin travel guide 30 minutes

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) (20 to 60mn)

It’s known as a temple of flowers 30 minutes

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 pers.) (30 to 60mn)

This Shinto shrine is dedicated to the god of war... 30 minutes

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)

It is a long shopping street near Tsurugaoka Hahchimangu Shrine 20 minutes

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 mameya). (20 to 80mn)

It’s the oldest and the highest ranking zen temple in Kamakura 30 minutes

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.)

It is the second important zen temple in... 30 minutes

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 other drinks on certain dates. (admission fee 300 yen per pers.)

It is famous for blue hydrangeas from late May to late June 30 minutes

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.)

Shinto Shrine where is believed an increase of... 30 minutes

Shinto Shrine where is believed an increase of income by washing cahs with its holy water.

This quiet little temple served as a shelter... 30 minutes

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 June, in gardens stretching back to the wooded hills.(admission fee 200 yen per pers.)

This photogenic railroad crossing having the beautiful blue...

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.

Minato Mirai 21 is a seaside urban area in central Yokohama 30 minutes

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)

It is a traditional and typical Japanese-style garden... 30 minutes

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)

There are various attractions such as a shrine,... 30 minutes

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)

Enjoy the panoramic scenic view of the Yokohama... 30 minutes

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.)

If you feel like strolling in a park... 10 minutes

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

You can get a very beautiful view of the Yokohama Minato Mirai area 10 minutes

You can get a very beautiful view of the Yokohama Minato Mirai area

Another scenic viewing point and landmark of Yokohama... 10 minutes

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.

If you want to try Chinese food while...

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.

Run by Nisshin, the very first company that invented Cup noodles 45 minutes

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 place.(admission fee 500 yen per pers.) (45 to 90mn)

If you are a ramen lover, Shinyokohama ramen museum is a must go place 1 hour

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.)

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