At a Glance
Discover Tokyo’s enchanting duality on a full-day private tour that masterfully weaves together tradition and innovation. From Asakusa, where the ancient echoes of Japan’s oldest temple set a nostalgic tone to the future aboard the Hotaluna cruise, where stunning views of Tokyo’s skyline reveal the city’s modern pulse. This journey through Tokyo’s rich past and vibrant present reveals a city where timeless elegance and modern marvels coexist in perfect harmony.
Your adventure unfolds as you rendezvous with your English-speaking guide at your Tokyo CBD hotel, embarking on a journey to the timeless realm of Asakusa, where history lingers in the air. Glide through the streets on a traditional rickshaw, soaking in the area's ancient charm. Explore the venerable Sensoji Temple, Japan’s oldest Buddhist sanctuary, and hunt for unique treasures along Nakamise ...
Trip Highlights
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What's Included
- An English private guide for full day guided tour (duration approx. 6.5hr)
- Asakusa 30mins Rickshaw Ride Experience
- Sumo Event & Chanko VIP seat
- Visit Sensoji and guided walk on the Nakamise street
- Ticket for the futuristic Toyko Cruise on the Sumida River
- All transportation
- All experiences and entry tickets
- Tokyo CBD hotel pickup and dropoff
Itinerary
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An English-speaking guide will meet with you at your Tokyo CBD Hotel. You’ll be privately transferred to Asakusa, an iconic Tokyo temple complex and town brimming with tradition, with all elements of the past reflected in its array of traditional storefronts, street architecture, and craft shops. Asakusa is quintessential Japan: copious temples, festivals, crafts, rickshaws, and kimono. |
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Glide through the heart of Tokyo’s storied past on a rickshaw tour of Asakusa, where ancient traditions linger in the air. Your guide will whisk you to iconic landmarks, from the towering Tokyo Skytree—its design echoing the craftsmanship of the Edo period—to the grand Kaminarimon, the vibrant red "Thunder Gate" guarding the revered Senso-ji Temple. As you visit Denbo-in and Matsuchiyama Shoden Honryuin, you’ll uncover the deep connections between Buddhist and Shinto beliefs. Round off your journey with a stop at Asakusa Engei Hall, where daily performances of traditional comic storytelling keep the old-world charm alive. |
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Next, step into the world of Sumo, Japan's ancient and revered sport that dates back millennia. Once a sacred performance to entertain Shinto deities, this national treasure is steeped in tradition. Today, the powerful clashes in the ring are not just displays of strength but rituals rich in religious significance—like the iconic purification of the ring with salt, a nod to its spiritual origins. Experience a captivating blend of history, ritual, and raw athleticism that has stood the test of time. Immerse yourself in a Sumo event with VIP seats and a Chanko Lunch crafted to perfection. Savor an exquisite “Chanko” hot pot, created by our head chef and overseen by a former sumo wrestler, featuring a unique blend of chicken, bonito, kelp, and shiitake dashi. This light yet richly flavourful dish accompanies an engaging show of sumo techniques, from stances to splits, and offers a chance to don a sumo costume and challenge former wrestlers yourself. |
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You’ll then venture to step into the spiritual heart of Tokyo, Sensoji temple, the city’s oldest and most revered temple, where you can offer your prayers amid centuries-old traditions. As you explore the temple’s sacred grounds, meander down Nakamise Street, a vibrant thoroughfare lined with charming stalls and shops. Here, you’ll find an array of traditional snacks and souvenirs, adding a lively and immersive touch to your visit. |
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Journey from the historic charm of Asakusa to the futuristic pulse of Tokyo’s skyline aboard the Hotaluna, a marvel of modern design crafted by anime maestro Leiji Matsumoto. Embark on afuturistic cruise on this avant-garde waterbus featuring a convertible roof that becomes a sweeping promenade, providing breathtaking vistas of Tokyo’s landmarks, including the towering Tokyo Skytree, the elegant Rainbow Bridge, and the striking Asahi Group Headquarters Building. As you drift along the Sumida River, sip on your favourite drink and revel in the city’s dynamic evolution from a captivating new vantage point. End your incredible day of adventure with a private transfer back to your Tokyo CBD Hotel. Note: The cruise timetable is subject to change. We will adjust the itinerary based on the cruise timetable, for instance, by using a reverse cruise route. |
Dates & Prices
Daily departure on request. Please contact us for the quote for group booking.
More Info
- The departure and finish point is Tokyo.
- Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Tokyo. The closest airport to Tokyo Haneda is Narita International Airport (NRT). Although Narita is about 60 kilometers (37 miles) away from Haneda, it’s the primary international gateway to Tokyo. Haneda itself (HND) is Tokyo's closest airport to the city center and handles both domestic and international flights.
Tokyo experiences a diverse climate with distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 30°C (86°F) and occasional heavy rains from June to July. Winters are mild and relatively dry, with temperatures typically ranging from 5°C to 10°C (41°F to 50°F). Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant weather, with moderate temperatures and lower humidity, making these seasons ideal for exploring the city. The cherry blossoms of spring and vibrant autumn foliage are particularly popular highlights.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.
Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A single supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.
A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 90 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 90 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.
Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.
General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 90 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 90 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance
Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.
Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.
Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.
Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.
Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.
Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.
Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.
Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.
For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.
Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.
