Private Tours & Vacations

Our fully guided Private Japan Tours combine the top destinations and tourist attractions featured on our best-selling tour packages with the affordability and flexibility to customize your vacation. Travel on your terms where you want to go, complete with your own personal tour guide. Whether you're planning a family vacation, company retreats, or a memorable bachelorette party, our private Japan tours are the perfect choice. Follow your own schedule, see the sites you want, and choose from a wide range of add-ons to make your tour one of a kind. Our Private Japan Tour packages include accommodations, transportation, and a fully-licensed private tour guide to help you navigate the destinations and attractions on your list. Explore the traditional arts in Kyoto or Anime culture in Tokyo, Japan Deluxe Tours is here to create your unforgettable vacation in Japan!

Immersive Experiences in Japanese Culture

Lose yourself in the culture & traditions Japan is famous for. Relax with an authentic green tea ceremony, learn the ways of the Geisha with a maiko dining experience, enjoy a cheerful rickshaw ride in Kyoto, try revolving sushi, and discover the rich traditions of Japan.

Licensed Professional Tour Guides

Explore Japan worry free as you are accompanied by your dedicated tour guide. All tour guides are government licensed, bi-lingual, and will be able to assist with you with any questions or concerns that may come up during your tour.

Customize Your Tours | Excursions & Interests

Personalize your vacation with a wide selection of excursion tours and day trips. Whether you want to indulge in anime, embark on a foodie adventure, or learn about Japanese Quilting, Japan Deluxe Tours has you covered.

Classic Private Tours

Classic Private Tours

Discover Japan | 6 Days

Ideal for a Short Time Stay
- Includes a Private Onsen Stay

6 Days 5 Cities   from $4,280

from Tokyo to Osaka (Kyoto)

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Classic Private Tours

Discover Japan | 8 Days

A Perfect Week in Japan
- Includes a Private Onsen Stay

8 Days 5 Cities   from $5,280

from Tokyo to Osaka (Kyoto)

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Classic Private Tours

Discover Japan | 10 Days

Exploring Best of Japan Your Way
- Includes a Private Onsen Stay

10 Days 7 Cities   from $6,280

from Tokyo to Hiroshima

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Classic Private Tours + Anime

Discover Japan | 9 Days Plus ANIME

For Anime and Manga Fans
- Includes a Private Onsen Stay

9 Days 5 Cities   from $6,280

from Tokyo to Osaka (Kyoto)

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Classic Private Tours + Anime

Discover Japan | 11 Days Plus ANIME

Anime hopping & the Best of Japan
- Includes a Private Onsen Stay

11 Days 7 Cities   from $7,080

from Tokyo to Hiroshima

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Classic Private Tours

Explore Japan | 8 Days

Exploring the Soul of Japan

8 Days 5 Cities  

from Osaka (Kyoto) to Tokyo

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Premium Private Tours

Premium Private Tours

Exclusive Japan Journey| 8 Days

Perfect Japan Explorer
- Includes a Private Onsen Stay

8 Days 5 Cities   from $7,480

from Tokyo to Osaka (Kyoto)

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Premium Private Tours

Exclusive Japan Journey | 10 Days

Contrast of Japan
- Includes a Private Onsen Stay

10 Days 7 Cities   from $8,480

from Tokyo to Hiroshima

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Premium Private Tours

Masterpiece of Japan | 10 Days

Inspired luxury travel to hidden Japan

10 Days 8 Cities   from $7,980

from Tokyo to Kyoto (Osaka)

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Premium Private Tours

Nature of Southern Kyushu | 5 Days

from Fukuoka to Fukuoka

5 Days 6 Cities   from $3,980

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Premium Private Tours

Beyond Tokyo-Tochigi Escape | 4 Days

Unseen Japan Begins in Tochigi

4 Days 3 Cities  

from Tokyo to Nikko

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Hokkaido & Northern Japan (Tohoku) Private Tours

Hokkaido & Tohoku

Hokkaido | 7 Days

A Luxury Immersion into Hokkaido

7 Days 8 Cities  

from Tokyo to Hokkaido

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Hokkaido & Tohoku

Hokkaido & Northern | 9 Days

Enchanting Northern Odyssey

9 Days 14 Cities  

from Tokyo to Hokkaido

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Eastern Hokkaido

Wildlife & Wonders of Eastern Hokkaido

5 Days 4 Cities  

from Abashiri, Hokkaido to Kushiro, Hokkaido

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City Hopper Private Tours

City Hoppers

Gateway Vacation Tokyo Essential | 4 Days

Guided Tokyo Tours & Vacations

4 Days from $1,380

from Tokyo

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City Hoppers

Anime Extravaganza Tokyo | 5 Days

Tokyo's Ultimate Anime Expedition

5 Days 6 Cities  

from Tokyo

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City Hoppers

Peak into Traditional Kyoto | 4 Days

Glimpses of Kyoto

4 Days

from Kyoto

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Japan at your Fingertips

Our flexible options and departures make Private Tours an excellent choice for travelers. Enjoy the same great discounts and affordable prices as our group packages, while this unique Japan tour series allows you to pick the spots you want, or follow a sample itinerary based on our more popular packages. Our Private Japan tours are the best option for those who want a personalized tour with their friends, family, or just an adventure on their own!

The easiest way to add to your cruise.

Your Cruise × Japan Deluxe Tours

Disembark in Yokohama, Tokyo, or Kobe and step straight into a small-group or private Japan tour. We coordinate port transfers, hotels, and sightseeing so your cruise extension stays seamless.

How it works
1
Check your cruise arrival & departure times.
Note which port you will use in Japan (Yokohama, Tokyo, or Kobe).
2
Choose your tour style.
Join a scheduled Group Tour, book a flexible Private Tour, or design a fully Custom Itinerary.
3
We handle logistics.
Port pickup, luggage support, hotel, and guided sightseeing are all arranged for you.
4
Enjoy Japan, stress-free.
Relax while our guides lead you through Japan’s highlights before or after your cruise.

Connect Your Cruise with Our Tours

Choose the tour style that best matches your cruise schedule. Combine scheduled Group Tours, flexible Private Tours, or fully Custom Itineraries to build the perfect Japan cruise extension.

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Before or after your cruise
Group Tours (Scheduled Departures)

Join our small-group escorted tours on set departure dates. Simply match your cruise arrival to our tour calendar and book the dates that fit.

  • Fixed departure dates for easy planning
  • Ideal for first-time visitors to Japan
  • Cost-effective with rich sightseeing
  • English-speaking professional guides
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Fully flexible dates
Private Tours (Port Transfer Included)

Design a short 3–5 day private tour around your cruise schedule. Many of our recommended options include port-to-hotel transfers for a seamless experience.

  • Flexible start dates to match your cruise
  • Private vehicle and English-speaking guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off can be included
  • Perfect for couples, families, or small groups
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Fully tailor-made
Custom Tours (Build Your Own)

Want something completely original? Tell us your cruise itinerary, ports, travel dates, and interests, and we will design a custom tour around it.

  • Fully flexible dates and routing
  • Mix cities, countryside, and onsen stays
  • Ideal for couples or special occasions
  • Combine pre- and post-cruise stays in one plan
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Japan’s Main Cruise Ports

Most international cruise ships calling on Japan dock at these three ports, making it easy to join our tours with smooth logistics from ship to hotel to sightseeing.

Yokohama Port cruise terminal view
Primary cruise gateway
Yokohama Port

Japan’s main cruise port and the most common arrival point for international cruises. Convenient access to Tokyo and easy meeting points for our tour departures.

Tokyo Port cruise dock
Direct Tokyo access
Tokyo Port

Ideal for pre-cruise stays and short Tokyo-based experiences. Add a night in the city, explore local neighborhoods, or enjoy a half-day tour before boarding.

Kobe Port cruise terminal
Gateway to Kansai
Kobe Port

Close to Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, Kobe is perfect for exploring Japan’s classic cultural region before or after your cruise.

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Cruise Lines You Can Connect With

Many major cruise lines operate Japan itineraries that call at Yokohama, Tokyo, and Kobe. If your sailing stops at one of these ports, you can connect directly to our land tours.

Princess Cruises
Holland America Line
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean
Crystal Cruises
MSC Cruises
Azamara
Other Japan & Asia cruise lines

Note: We are not affiliated with these cruise brands. They are shown as examples of cruise lines that commonly operate Japan itineraries compatible with our land tours.

Japan Autumn Tours | Fall Foliage Tours of Japan

Enjoy shades of red & orange leaves through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima & Southern Japan during our Autumn Japan Tours.

Autumn in Japan

When the heat of the summer begins to fade and the leaves colors change, you know autumn is just around the corner. The cool, crisp air signals one of the best times to visit Japan. While Spring is marked with pink cherry blossoms, the a Fall Japan Tour is full of bright red & orange foliage.

Instant Online Quote | Easy Online Form

Get an accurate quote on any of our group tours listed on our website. Once you find a tour you like, all you need to do is fill out some basic logistics and your quote will show up on your screen. We will also have agents available during business hours to answer any questions you may have.

Experiences | Hands-on Workshops

Being able to not only see but also touch and taste while you travel are essential to truly understanding a culture. Rather than only taking you to free attractions, we aim to provide you with engaging experiences run by local establishments and/or in collaboration with prominent figures for an unforgettable trip.

Variety of Tours | Special Interest and Hobby

Choose from a wide selection of tours, some of which target specific interests and hobbies. Whether this is your first or second time visiting Japan, you are sure to discover something new to explore through any of our anime, quilting, culinary, Japanese ancestry, or trekking off the beaten path tours.

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