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Escape Tokyo on a 2-day private tour to Nikko and Karuizawa. Visit World Heritage shrines, relax in a hot-spring ryokan in Kinugawa, and explore charming alpine streets with your private chauffeur.

Highlights

• Travel in comfort by private Toyota Alphard with your chauffeur
• Admire Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure
• Relax in a historic onsen ryokan in Kinugawa with natural hot spring baths
• Explore Old Karuizawa’s chic cafés and European-style streets
• Enjoy a flexible, chauffeur-driven itinerary tailored to your pace

Description

Leave the city behind and explore Japan’s cultural heartlands on a 2-day private tour from Tokyo to Nikko and Karuizawa. Travel comfortably in a Toyota Alphard with your personal chauffeur, and enjoy a relaxing blend of heritage, nature, and onsen retreat. Day 1 – Tokyo → Nikko → Kinugawa Onsen Depart from your Tokyo hotel around 8:00 AM and head north to Nikko (approx. 2.5 hours), home to ornate shrines and lush forests. Visit Toshogu Shrine, the elaborate resting place of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Rinno-ji Temple, founded in the 8th century. Stop by the striking red Shinkyo Bridge, a famous photo spot at Nikko’s entrance. Lunch is self-arranged at your choice of local restaurants—try Yuba Zen for Nikko’s famous tofu-skin dishes, Hippari Dako for casual yakitori, or Meiji-no-Yakata for Western-style meals in a historic villa. Your chauffeur will help you find your chosen restaurant and reconfirm your meeting time. In the afternoon, drive up the scenic Irohazaka mountain road to Kegon Falls, one of Japan’s most beautiful waterfalls, and enjoy a short walk by Lake Chuzenji, surrounded by mountains. Expect cool air and breathtaking views. Arrive in Kinugawa Onsen around 5:00–6:00 PM and check in to your hot-spring ryokan. Depending on availability, your stay will be arranged at ISSHINKAN Ryokan, Kinugawa Plaza Hotel, or Monogusa no Yado Hana Senkyō . All are long-standing Japanese inns offering traditional tatami rooms and mineral-rich baths fed by natural hot springs. Relax before dinner and enjoy a peaceful evening in the mountains. Day 2 – Kinugawa Onsen → Karuizawa → Tokyo After breakfast, depart around 9:00 AM for Karuizawa (approx. 2.5 hours), a stylish mountain resort known for its European flair and cool climate. Explore Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, filled with cafés, boutiques, and local delicacies. Lunch is self-arranged—choose from Bakery & Restaurant Sawamura for European dishes, Kawakami-an for handmade soba noodles, or Mikado Coffee for its famous mocha soft-serve. The area is flat and easy to walk, and your chauffeur will wait nearby. In the afternoon, you can visit Shiraito Falls, a spring-fed “curtain” waterfall in a quiet forest, or stop for outlet shopping at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza before returning to Tokyo. Arrival back at your hotel is expected between 6:30–7:00 PM. What’s Included Private Toyota Alphard English / Chinese / Japanese-speaking chauffeur Up to 10 hours of private vehicle use per day Flexible itinerary with stops adjusted for traffic and weather Good to Know Admission fees and meals are not included unless specified Shrine and temple paths may have stone steps; wear comfortable shoes Onsen etiquette: shower before bathing, no swimwear, and towels stay outside the water Weather can change quickly in mountain areas; bring a light jacket or umbrella Most local restaurants and souvenir shops prefer cash A perfect short escape from Tokyo, blending culture, comfort, and hot-spring tranquility.

Includes

Private transportation for 2 full days (max 10 hrs/day) Professional Japanese-licensed driver (English/Chinese support) Entrance fees to temples/shrines with Japanese licensed driver Flexible itinerary with adjustable sightseeing stops Toll, fuel, parking, and tax One-night stay at a premium onsen ryokan in Kinugawa Traditional Japanese dinner on Day 1 at the ryokan Bottled water in the vehicle Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Tokyo Support from your chauffeur for restaurant suggestions and meeting-point arrangements

Important Information

• Cancellation fees are as follows: 7 days or more before check-in: No charge 6 to 4 days before check-in: 20% of the total fee 3 to 2 days before check-in: 30% of the total fee 1 day before check-in: 50% of the total fee Same day or no-show: 100% of the total fee What to Bring Please bring comfortable walking shoes, and be prepared for changes in weather around Mt. area. Weather & Itinerary Flexibility The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather conditions (especially Mt. area) or traffic. Alternative scenic spots may be offered if visibility is poor. The tour is conducted rain or shine, except in extreme conditions. Private Tour This is a private vehicle tour with an English-speaking driver. Customization is possible upon request. Let us know if you’d like to adjust pickup location, sightseeing stops, or meal arrangements.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund