Full Day Private Discovering Tour in Kamakura

Kamakura, Japan
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Duration6h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Experience our Full Day Private Discovering Tour in Kamakura!

Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Japan as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Kamakura.

We offer guided tour of the ancient city of Kamakura, which served as Japan's de facto capital from 1185-1333. Our tour covers the historical and cultural aspects of the Kamakura Period, including the emergence of the shogunate, the development of samurai culture, and the rise of Zen Buddhism. We will visit various temples and shrines while discussing Japanese life, both traditional and contemporary. Additionally, we provide souvenir photos for our guests during the tour.

We'll greet you directly at the city center or hotels and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day.

Options

Private Tour for 6 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from Kamakura hotels or city center
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Kamakura
Pickup included

Private Tour for 3 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from Kamakura hotels or city center
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Kamakura
Pickup included

Private Tour for 2 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from Kamakura hotels or city center
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Kamakura
Pickup included

Private Tour for 4 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from Kamakura hotels or city center
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Kamakura
Pickup included

Driver-Only Tour

No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up.
Pickup included

Private Tour for 5 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from Kamakura hotels or city center
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Kamakura
Pickup included

Private Tour for 1 passenger

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from Kamakura hotels or city center
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Kamakura
Pickup included

Private Tour for 7 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from Kamakura hotels or city center
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Kamakura
Pickup included

What's included

  • 1 hour of free time for shopping and dining
  • Modern, air-conditioned private transportation
  • Professional local tour guide in Kamakura
  • Pick up and drop off at the Kamakura city center or hotels
  • Entrance fees (none will be required)

What to expect

  1. Kamakura
    30m
    This captivating Kamakura excursion commences at the center of Kamakura city or hotels. Step into a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle, embarking on a 30-minutes journey through the scenic beauty of Japan.
  2. Wakamiya Main Street
    20m
    Wakamiya Ōji is a 1.8 km street in Kamakura, a city in Kanagawa Prefecture in Japan, unusual because it is at the same time the city's main avenue and the approach of its largest Shinto shrine, Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gū. Over the centuries Wakamiya Ōji has gone thorough an extreme change. A heavily trafficked road today, it used to be, to the contrary, off limits to most people as a sacred space.
  3. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
    50m
    Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is the most important Shinto temple in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The temple is the geographical and cultural center of Kamakura City, which has grown largely around this temple and the street leading to it.
  4. Kamakura Komachidori
    50m
    Komachi-dori is a street that runs parallel to Wakamiya Oji from Kamakura Station East Exit to Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine. You can enjoy shopping and a meal. There is a variety of shops and restaurants from the traditional souvenir shop to modern clothing.
  5. Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Kotoku-in is a Buddhist temple of the Jodo school in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The temple is known for its "Big Buddha", a monumental open bronze statue of Amitabha Buddha, which is one of Japan's most famous symbols.
  6. Hasedera Temple
    1h 20m · Admission ticket not included
    Hase-dera, commonly called Hase-kannon, is one of the Buddhist temples in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, known for housing a massive wooden statue of Kannon. The temple originally belonged to the Tendai Buddhist sect, but eventually became an independent Jodo-shu temple.
  7. Wakamiya Main Street
    1h
    After the guided tour, relish in 1 hour of free time. Your guide will drop you off at a convenient location, allowing you to savor lunch and indulge in some retail therapy.
  8. Kamakura
    30m
    After a day filled with delights, our comfortable private vehicle will whisk you back to your hotel or city center, brimming with cherished memories. Trust our decade-long expertise in organizing private tours and exploring the city view with utmost comfort and peace of mind.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver will meet you in the center of Kamakura city or hotels with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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