A nine-day private tour of Japan’s Golden Route for two travellers: Tokyo, Mount Fuji and Hakone, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka, with a private seven-seat vehicle, the Shinkansen to Kyoto and eight nights with breakfast.
The route4 cities.
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9 days, 8 nightsDuration
4 citiesWhere you sleep
Eight nights of hotel accommodation with daily breakfastMeals
Twin share · land only, flights extra
Why this journey
This is the Golden Route taken slowly and privately. Nine days is enough to give Tokyo three nights, sleep a night in the hills at Hakone, spend two nights in Kyoto with a day out to Nara, and finish in Osaka — without the pace of a coach tour.
A private seven-seat vehicle with a driver covers the sightseeing days and the run out to Mount Fuji and Hakone; the Tokyo–Kyoto leg is by Shinkansen, which is faster and more comfortable than the road. English-speaking assistance is arranged throughout.
The rate quoted here is for two adults travelling together. It suits couples, honeymoons and small families who want the route covered properly, at their own speed, with someone local handling the logistics.
Trip highlights
01Nine private days along the Golden Route, at your own pace
02A night in the hot-spring hills at Hakone, above Lake Ashi
03Mount Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes by private vehicle
04Kyoto for two nights, with a full day out to Nara
05The Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto, and a private seven-seat vehicle elsewhere
Day-by-day itinerary
What's included
Included in your trip6 items covered in this fare
Hotels1
Eight nights of hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
Transport3
Private seven-seat vehicle with driver on the touring days
Shinkansen tickets from Tokyo to Kyoto
Private airport transfers on arrival and departure
Services1
English-speaking assistance throughout
Meals1
Eight breakfasts
Plan and pay separately6 items not covered by this fare
Not included6
International flights
Lunches and dinners unless named as included
Optional activities, personal expenses and shopping
Travel insurance
Tips for drivers, guides and hotel staff
Visa fees, where your nationality requires a visa
Your hotels
Hotels are named on your confirmation — all are of the stated category.
Meeting & drop-off
You're met atTokyo airport, arrivals hallReport by On arrival, timed to your inbound flight
You're dropped atOsaka or Kansai airportBy about Timed to your outbound flight
You leave from a different place than you arrive — book an open-jaw flight, not a return.
Airport transfers are included and matched to your flight times.
Attractions we visit
7 go inside0 walk through0 exterior only
On the route7 places
TokyoEntrance included in the fare
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Mount FujiEntrance included in the fare
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HakoneEntrance included in the fare
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Lake AshiEntrance included in the fare
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KyotoEntrance included in the fare
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NaraEntrance included in the fare
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OsakaEntrance included in the fare
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When to Go
Japan
IdealGoodFairAvoid
OctIdeal
Cherry blossom (late Mar–Apr) and autumn foliage (Nov) are iconic. Avoid July–Aug heat and humidity.
Tokyo
Average High
22°C
Rainfall
197mm
Kyoto
Average High
22°C
Rainfall
110mm
Osaka
Average High
23°C
Rainfall
108mm
Hokkaido
Average High
14°C
Rainfall
112mm
Before you go
Private tour
The dates shown are the reference departure; the same programme is quoted for your own dates.
The Tokyo to Kyoto leg is by Shinkansen, with luggage carried on the train.
Travel documents and visa
Carry a passport valid for the whole of your stay in Japan.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and are not included in this package; check them well before you book flights.
Getting around
Japanese stations and hotels have limited space for large suitcases; pack a small bag for nights away from your base city.
The operator provides English-speaking assistance; guiding in other languages can be requested and is quoted separately.
Common questions
Is this tour private?
Yes. The vehicle, the driver and the itinerary are yours alone, and the rate quoted is for two adults travelling together.
Can we travel on other dates?
Yes. The dates shown are the reference departure; the same programme is quoted for your own dates, subject to hotel and train availability.
Why the Shinkansen for one leg?
Tokyo to Kyoto is more than 450 kilometres. The bullet train covers it in a little over two hours, where the road takes most of a day.
Where do we stay at Hakone?
In the hot-spring area above Lake Ashi. Hakone hotels vary from western rooms to Japanese inns; the operator confirms the property at booking.
Is a guide included?
English-speaking assistance is included. A licensed through-guide, or guiding in another language, can be added and is quoted separately.
How many people fit in the vehicle?
The vehicle seats seven, which is comfortable for two with luggage. Larger parties are requoted with a bigger vehicle.
Policies & booking terms
Booking terms
Full payment must be completed 30 days prior to departure, unless otherwise specified.
All bookings are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Travel insurance is mandatory and must be purchased prior to departure.
Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, taxes, or supplier costs.
Guests are responsible for obtaining valid passports, visas, and any required vaccinations.
Cancellations or amendments are subject to the applicable cancellation policy outlined in the package.
The company is not liable for delays, cancellations, or changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, strikes, or other force majeure events.
All travelers must adhere to the local laws and customs of the destinations visited.
No refunds will be issued for unused services, including but not limited to meals, accommodations, or activities.
The company reserves the right to modify the itinerary or substitute hotels of similar standards if necessary.
All special requests (e.g., room preferences, dietary requirements) are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
Guests are responsible for any additional costs incurred due to personal expenses, such as phone calls, laundry, or minibar charges.
Check-in and check-out times are subject to hotel policies and may vary by property.
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