Half-day Tours in Japan

Take in some of the top sights in Tokyo during this 3.5-hour sightseeing excursion and river cruise perfect for those short on time. Get a sky-high view of the city from the 40th floor of the World Trade Center building, before exploring the sacred confines of Asakusa Kannon Temple, strolling the shops of Nakamise Street and then stopping by the Imperial Palace and Ginza district. Your experience finishes with a relaxing 40-minute cruise. This Tokyo exploration and cruise also includes a guide, all entrance fees and pickup from select hotels.

Get inspired by the local artisans and idyllic shrines near majestic Mount Fuji during this private 4-hour day trip. Choose between 2 to 3 attractions to visit, with options ranging from a ride on the Kachi Kachi Yama Ropeway, a stop at nearby Fuji Sengen Shrine, an exploration of the kimono art of the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum or a visit to Ide Sake Brewery. A private guide, plus round-trip hotel transport from Kawaguchiko, are included.

Enjoy a memorable rickshaw ride through the streets of Asakusa, one of Tokyo's most picturesque and historic neighborhoods, on this easily-customizable 30-min, 45-min, 1-hour, 2-hour, or 3-hour tour offering several different ride lengths. Sit back and relax as your knowledgeable driver peddles you past some of the city's iconic sites, lovely gardens, towering skyscrapers and historic shops, passing cherry and maple trees as you go. It's a great way to take a relaxed, informative, ride through this atmospheric area of Tokyo.

Japan's Nagano prefecture is widely regarded as the country's winter capital, due to its snowy landscapes and premium ski spots. Visit one of Japan's most famous winter spots on a 3.5-hour tour of Jigokudani Monkey Park from Shimotakai-gun. Marvel at red-faced Japanese macaques as they bathe in steaming 'onsen' (hot springs) and follow walking trails rife with flora and fauna.

Explore the intricate temples and serene gardens of Kyoto on this 4-hour guided tour visiting some of the imperial city's most important religious and cultural sites. Check out Sanjusangendo Temple, the longest wooden structure in Japan and home more than 1000 Kannon statues, the beguiling red and green colors of Heian Shrine and the supreme views afforded from Kiyomizu Temple high above Kyoto. This excursion to Kyoto's top temples also includes all entrance fees.

Spend your morning sightseeing in Tokyo by comfortable coach. Motor past multiple landmarks, such as the National Diet Building, and stop to explore significant sites including the Imperial Palace East Garden and Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa. Your Tokyo tour includes round-trip transport and headsets so you can clearly hear your guide.

Explore the old merchant town of Kurashiki at a slower, more authentic pace. Traveling by rickshaw, you'll see the white-walled warehouses that were typical of the Edo Period "” a time when the town prospered. Admire the tiny shops that line narrow streets, and head along a romantic canal path, framed by weeping willows. The start time, finish location, and duration are up to you.

Marvel at the some of the top UNESCO World Heritage-listed temples and palaces of ancient Kyoto on this 4.5-hour tour. This quick introduction to the sights of Kyoto, covering the Nijo Castle, golden Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavillion) and the Japanese Emperor's former Imperial Palace, is the perfect way to see the city if you're short on time. Your morning Kyoto excursion also includes pickup from select hotels, transport between sites by coach, entrance fees and an English-speaking guide.

Check out Japan's famous cherry blossom blooms and see snow monkeys on a full-day trip from Nagano. After visiting the Jigokudani Monkey Park, you'll stop for lunch, then visit several different 'hanami' spots to admire the cherry blossom trees. This seasonal experience runs from April to the end of May, allowing you to take in the later blooms of the mountainous northern Nagano region.

Explore two of Kyoto's most famous attractions, Nijo Castle and Kinkaku-ji, during this 4-hour excursion to these two UNESCO World Heritage sites. Relive the era of the Japanese 'shoguns' (military leaders) in the 17th century during an hour-long visit to Nijo Castle. Continue on to Kinkaku-ji Temple, the beautiful 'Golden Pavillion' constructed in the 14th century by the Ashikaga clan. Your guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are also covered.