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Tokyo Private Guides The Backstreet Guides

Build-Your-Own Tokyo

52,000 JPY (UP TO 5 PEOPLE)


Get ready for an unforgettable Tokyo journey tailored just for you! At The Backstreet Guides, our destination experts await to help unveil Tokyo’s wonders. If our set private Tokyo tour itineraries don’t fit, fear not! Our build-your-own service ensures a customized adventure that matches your preferences. Explore the city’s hidden gems, cultural treasures, and local insights, all crafted to create your perfect custom Tokyo experience!

  • Expert advice to build your own private Tokyo tour
  • Full days & half-day tours
  • Flexible custom tour itineraries
  • Tell us your interests
  • Top local private tour guides
  • We help you to plan
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Custom Tokyo Tours

Prices & Info

PRICE: 

  • Full-Day 8 Hours
    1 – 5 people = 52,000 JPY/group
    6 – 10 people = please add 2,500 JPY to the above price for each extra person.
  • Half-Day 5 Hours
    1 – 5  people = 37,000 JPY/group
    6 – 10 people = please add 2,000 JPY to the above price for each extra person.
  • A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.

Our private tours are suitable for up to 10 people in a group with one tour guide.  If you have more than 10 people in your group please email us to discuss details.  We can give the best advice for your tour group.

START TIME:

  • Full-Day 8 Hours  = 9 AM at central Tokyo hotels or train stations.
  • Half-Day 5 Hours = 9 AM to 12 PM at a time that suits you.

END TIME:

  • 8 or 5 hours after your start time at central city locations.  If you want to end at your hotel please discuss with your guide on the day so that they can allow time.

TOUR OPERATES: Any dates except for some holidays.  Please request availability.

GROUP SIZE: Minimum 1, Maximum 10

INCLUSIONS: Local English-speaking tour guide, central hotel pick-up, bespoke tour planning service

EXCLUSIONS: Transport, lunch and entrance fees.  Please pay for these as you go on the day for yourselves and your guide.  We will advise you of these costs before you book.

Private Transport Available

Private transport with a car and professional driver can be added to this tour for a more comfortable and efficient experience. All vehicles and drivers are fully government licensed, and tours with private transport include a separate local guide and driver. Simply select the “Add Private Transport” option when completing the tour request form. See the prices below.

PRICE:

8 Hours

  • 1 – 4 people = 112,000 JPY
  • 5 – 8 people = 120,000 JPY
  • A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.

5 Hours

  • 1 – 4 people = 75,000 JPY
  • 5 – 8 people = 82,000 JPY
  • A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.

INCLUSIONS: Local English-speaking tour guide, fully licensed driver, suitable size vehicle, central hotel pick-up/drop-off, bespoke tour planning service.

EXCLUSIONS: Meals, entrance fees and parking fees. Please pay for these as you go on the day for yourselves and your guide.  We will advise you of these costs before you book.

Tour Cancellation Policy

  1. Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 30 days or more prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 20% of the tour fare.
  2. Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 29 days to 7 days prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 40% of the tour fare.
  3. Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 6 days to 3 days prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 60% of the tour fare.
  4. Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides less than 3 days prior to the starting day of the tour, including no-show, will incur a charge of 100% of the tour fare.
  5. Any tickets purchased are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
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    July 28, 2025
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    September 16, 2019
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  • star rating  Highly recommend this tour with Rie! - Rie was an excellent guide. Besides her knowledge about the sites visited, we learned a lot about Tokyo’s history. Highly recommend!

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    December 4, 2019
  • star rating  Outstanding Tour by Rie  - Rie was an outstanding tour guide. She took us to two markets, two shrines, and other fascinating places. She was punctual, knowledgeable, patient with our slow pace of walking, and... read more

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