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What is a Custom Tour of Japan?
A personalized travel experience designed specifically for you. Through detailed consultations, we ensure every aspect of your journey aligns with your interests, from cultural heritage and culinary delights to natural beauty.
Our dedicated Tour Directors provide continuous support, ensuring a seamless and luxurious experience from start to finish. Enjoy exclusive access to private experiences, such as tea ceremonies, behind-the-scenes tours of art galleries, and reservations at Michelin-starred restaurants.
Advantages of a Custom Tour
How Much is Your Time Worth to You?
While planning your adventure can be exciting, it’s also incredibly time-consuming. The average luxury traveler spends over 100 hours researching, planning, and booking their trip. By choosing Luxury Japan Travel, you save valuable time and ensure every detail is expertly handled.
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Expert Planning
Our itineraries are crafted based on your specific interests, ensuring you visit the sites that matter most to you, with the added benefit of expert insights from our knowledgeable Tour Directors.
Insider Access
Our extensive network and local expertise grant you access to exclusive events and locations, such as private tea ceremonies, behind-the-scenes museum tours, and reservations at top-tier restaurants, that are difficult to arrange independently.
Cost-Effective Luxury
Booking with is more cost-effective than planning a trip independently. We save you time and effort. We leverage our local connections to secure the best deals on accommodations, dining, and activities, offering superior value for money.
Hassle-Free
We handle all the logistics, from booking hotels and restaurants to arranging transportation and activities, allowing you to relax and enjoy your journey without the stress of planning.
24/7 Support
Our dedicated Tour Directors provide continuous support throughout your trip, ensuring any changes or special requests are accommodated promptly. This flexibility and personalized attention are difficult to achieve when traveling alone.
Why choose a Custom Tour of Japan with Luxury Japan Travel?
Unparalleled Personalization
Through detailed consultations, we craft bespoke itineraries that reflect your specific interests, ensuring a deeply personal and unforgettable journey.
Exclusive Access
Enjoy unique experiences like private tea ceremonies in historic ryokans, behind-the-scenes tours of renowned art galleries, and reservations at Michelin-starred restaurants.
Cultural Immersion
Engage with local artisans, witness private samurai demonstrations, and relax in off-the-beaten-path onsens, ensuring you experience the true essence of Japan.
Flexibility and Comfort
Our custom tours adapt to your pace and preferences. Whether you prefer leisurely explorations or action-packed days, each tour is tailored to your mood and interests. Travel comfortably with private vehicles or first-class seating on the Shinkansen.
Accommodation and Dining
Stay in handpicked accommodations that blend luxury with local charm. From ultra-modern hotels in Tokyo to traditional ryokans in Kyoto, each stay is an experience in itself. Dining is an integral part of our tours, featuring carefully selected restaurants that highlight Japan’s diverse culinary landscape, from street food delicacies to exclusive gourmet fare.
Custom Tour of Japan: Minimum Duration and Group Size
Minimum Requirements:
To ensure a comprehensive and enriching experience, we have established the following minimum duration and group size requirements:
Duration Requirements:
To provide a thorough and immersive experience, we require the following minimum tour durations:
- Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe: A minimum of 2 days is required to explore the cultural and historical highlights of these regions, providing a richer and more immersive experience.
- Other Regions: A minimum of 5 days is required to ensure comprehensive exploration of Japan’s diverse landscapes, cultural sites, and unique attractions.
Group Size Requirements:
- Standard Group Size: Our tours are designed for a minimum of 4 guests to ensure a personalized and intimate experience.
- Couples (2 Guests): Perfect for a romantic or exclusive getaway, available at a higher pricing tier to maintain the same level of tailored and exclusive service.
- Solo Travelers: Solo travelers are welcome and will receive a deeply personalized journey, tailored to individual preferences, at a higher pricing tier.
- Note: Groups smaller than four will incur higher costs to maintain the same level of luxury and personalization.
Custom Tour of Japan: How It Works
- Forming Your Group: Gather a minimum of four people, whether friends, family, or colleagues.
- Dream and Discuss: Collaborate with your group to envision your ideal tour, considering desired destinations and experiences.
- Make Contact: Reach out via our website or email to start the conversation.
- Initial Consultation and Planning: Share your ideas with our experts and select the pricing tier that best suits your preferences.
- Pay the Design Fee: Begin the detailed planning process with a non-refundable fee, which covers the initial consultation and itinerary creation.
- Itinerary Development and Revisions: Receive a custom itinerary tailored to your preferences. Request up to two revisions to ensure it aligns perfectly with your vision.
- Finalizing Your Tour: Once satisfied, confirm your itinerary and complete the booking process.
- Pre-Tour Preparations: We assist you with all necessary preparations, ensuring you are ready for your journey.
- Embark on Your Custom Tour: Enjoy your bespoke tour with the full support of your Luxury Japan Travel Tour Director.
For more details and to start planning your custom tour of Japan, please visit our Custom Tour of Japan section on our website: luxuryjapantravel.com or contact us directly.
Pricing Levels
We offer three pricing tiers to cater to different preferences and budgets:
- Premium Experience $1000 pp/pd: Enjoy standard luxury with private tours, gourmet experiences, and comfortable transportation.
- Elevated Luxury $1500 pp/pd: Experience upgraded accommodations, exclusive cultural site access, private culinary experiences, and enhanced transportation options.
- Ultimate Opulence $2000+ pp/pd: Indulge in ultra-luxurious stays, Michelin-star dining, and premium private vehicle transportation, ensuring a truly opulent experience where no expense is spared.
All pricing levels are in USD and are on a per person, per day rate.
*Pricing levels choice is based on number of guests in group.
Our Custom Group Tours are designed for a minimum of four participants. This structure ensures that each tour maintains the high standard of personalization and luxury that Luxury Japan Travel is known for. Our custom tours are ideal for small groups, families, or friends seeking an exclusive and intimate travel experience, tailored to their collective interests and preferences.
We recommend booking your Custom Tour as much as in advance as possible, especially if traveling during peak seasons or to popular destinations. This lead time allows us to secure the best accommodations and experiences for your tour. Please note that options may become limited in a short turn around situation.
The design fee is a non-refundable $500, charged to cover the initial planning, research, and personalization of your tour. This ensures that our team can dedicate the necessary time and expertise to craft a unique and luxurious travel experience tailored to your preferences. For more information, see the "Design Fee" Tab, or please review our Terms and Conditions.
No, the design fee is separate from the tour cost and is not deductible. It specifically covers the initial planning and consultation phase of your custom tour.
We offer three pricing tiers: Premium Experience ($1,000 per person per day), Elevated Luxury ($1,500 per person per day), and Ultimate Opulence ($2,000 and up per person per day). Each tier offers increasing levels of luxury, exclusivity, and personalization, including accommodations, dining experiences, and activities.
Begin by contacting us through our website. We'll schedule a personalized consultation to discuss your travel preferences, after which you'll be required to pay the design fee to commence the itinerary planning process.
Absolutely! Our Custom Tours are fully tailored to your interests. Whether you’re a food enthusiast, history buff, or adventure seeker, we’ll craft an itinerary that aligns with your specific passions and interests.
Your itinerary includes up to two rounds of revisions to ensure it perfectly suits your preferences. Additional changes beyond these may incur extra charges.
International flights are not included in the tour price. However, we can offer advice and assistance on the best flight options for your travel dates and destinations.
If you need to cancel your tour, please be aware that the design fee is non-refundable. Cancellation policies for the tour cost will be detailed in your booking agreement, including any applicable fees or charges.
