Tokyo 1-Day Bus Tour to Tokyo Tower & Meiji Shrine with Sumida River Cruise
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Description
Board a comfortable bus and see the best of Tokyo in just 1 day. Enjoy guided visits to Tokyo Tower, Meiji Shrine, Sensoji Temple, and Imperial Palace East Gardens. Complete your discovery of old and new Japan with a relaxing Sumida River cruise. Embark on a Tokyo bus tour and unveil the many sides of this vast city. Kick things off with a visit to the Tokyo Tower, which offers panoramic views and Instagram-worthy shots of the Japanese capital. Then, explore Meiji Shrine, Hamarikyu Gardens, and East Gardens of the Imperial Palace for a taste of ancient Japan. Finally, cruise down the Sumida River for a moment of bliss among the city of millions before a guided tour of Sensoji Temple in Asakusa.
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 7 business days (00:00 local time) to 1 business days (00:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 10% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 1 business days (00:00 local time) to 1 business days (00:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 1 business days (23:59 local time) to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Tours
Tokyo Bus Tour with Lunch
Inclusion
- Cruise fee
- General admission
- Lunch
- English-speaking guide
Start Timings
09:00
Duration
- 10 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 07:30:00 |
Pick-up from Specific Hotels in Tokyo
Day: Day1 |
| 09:30:00 |
Tokyo Tower
Standing at 332.9 meters tall, the Tokyo Tower is the second-tallest structure in Japan and one of the most popular tourist spots in the Japanese capital. Start the full-day tour at the tower's main observation deck, where you can catch panoramic views of the sprawling cityscape below. Day: Day1 |
| 10:30:00 |
Meiji Shrine
Pass by a winding trail amid lush forest grounds on your way to Meiji Shrine. This Shinto shrine was built as a memorial to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the first royal rulers of modern Japan. Admire its subtle design which embodies the best of Japanese shrine architecture. Day: Day1 |
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Akasaka Guest House and National Diet Building
Next, drive by the grand Akasaka Guest House and the imposing National Diet Building, the center of political activity in Japan. The latter houses two main decision-making branches in the Japanese government: the House of Representatives and the House of Councilors. Day: Day1 |
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| 12:00:00 |
Imperial Palace East Gardens
Go around the East Gardens, the only section in the innermost circles of the Imperial Palace that is open to the public. Enjoy a lovely time walking along the orchard-lined pathways and marvel at the vibrant flowers blooming in the Japanese and Western-style gardens all-year-round. Day: Day1 |
| 13:00:00 |
Ginza Shopping District
Drive through the bustling Ginza shopping district, home to fashion-leaders and flagship stores of famed brands including UNIQLO, the most popular clothing store in Japan. Day: Day1 |
| 13:15:00 |
Japanese-Style Lunch (For Lunch Package Only)
Relax over a tasty Japanese-style lunch before the afternoon part of the tour begins. Day: Day1 |
| 14:15:00 |
Hamarikyu Gardens
Take a refreshing stroll across the Hamarikyu Gardens, a scenic place where land meets the sea. Built during the Edo Period of Japan, this landscaped garden is located in the ancient residence of a feudal lord. Discover the stark contrast between the green space and the skyscrapers nearby. Day: Day1 |
| 15:30:00 |
Sumida River Cruise
Arrive at Hinode Pier where a boat awaits to take you on a delightful river cruise to Asakusa Temple. Check out the city skyline and see the harmonious blend of old and new Tokyo! Day: Day1 |
| 16:10:00 |
Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa
Walk down Nakamise Shopping Street, where you can shop for local treats and souvenirs before you reach one of the most famous cultural landmarks in Tokyo, Sensō-ji Temple. Learn about the story behind the 1,400-year-old landmark from your expert guide. Day: Day1 |
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Kappabashi, Ueno, and Akihabara
Finally, drive by the following districts: Kappabashi, known for selling wax food samples; Ueno, known for selling reasonably-priced goods; and Akihabara, known for selling electrical appliances. Choose to end your tour at these locations or proceed back to your hotel. Day: Day1 |
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| 18:00:00 |
Drop-off at Specific Hotels in Tokyo
Day: Day1 |
Additional Notes
- For those with specific dietary allergies or restrictions, special meals cannot be provided. Please select the tour without lunch.
Requirement(s) - other
- For those with specific dietary allergies or restrictions, special meals cannot be provided. Please select the tour without lunch.
Check In/Pickup Location Details
-
*Mandarin Oriental and New Sanno: Pick-up services are only available for hotel guests.
*Participants from Hilton Tokyo will be escorted to Hyatt Regency on foot.
Tokyo Bus Tour without Lunch
Inclusion
- Cruise fee
- General admission
- English-speaking guide
Start Timings
09:00
Duration
- 10 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 07:30:00 |
Pick-up from Specific Hotels in Tokyo
Day: Day1 |
| 09:30:00 |
Tokyo Tower
Standing at 332.9 meters tall, the Tokyo Tower is the second-tallest structure in Japan and one of the most popular tourist spots in the Japanese capital. Start the full-day tour at the tower's main observation deck, where you can catch panoramic views of the sprawling cityscape below. Day: Day1 |
| 10:30:00 |
Meiji Shrine
Pass by a winding trail amid lush forest grounds on your way to Meiji Shrine. This Shinto shrine was built as a memorial to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the first royal rulers of modern Japan. Admire its subtle design which embodies the best of Japanese shrine architecture. Day: Day1 |
|
Akasaka Guest House and National Diet Building
Next, drive by the grand Akasaka Guest House and the imposing National Diet Building, the center of political activity in Japan. The latter houses two main decision-making branches in the Japanese government: the House of Representatives and the House of Councilors. Day: Day1 |
|
| 12:00:00 |
Imperial Palace East Gardens
Go around the East Gardens, the only section in the innermost circles of the Imperial Palace that is open to the public. Enjoy a lovely time walking along the orchard-lined pathways and marvel at the vibrant flowers blooming in the Japanese and Western-style gardens all-year-round. Day: Day1 |
| 13:00:00 |
Ginza Shopping District
Drive through the bustling Ginza shopping district, home to fashion-leaders and flagship stores of famed brands including UNIQLO, the most popular clothing store in Japan. Day: Day1 |
| 13:15:00 |
Japanese-Style Lunch (For Lunch Package Only)
Relax over a tasty Japanese-style lunch before the afternoon part of the tour begins. Day: Day1 |
| 14:15:00 |
Hamarikyu Gardens
Take a refreshing stroll across the Hamarikyu Gardens, a scenic place where land meets the sea. Built during the Edo Period of Japan, this landscaped garden is located in the ancient residence of a feudal lord. Discover the stark contrast between the green space and the skyscrapers nearby. Day: Day1 |
| 15:30:00 |
Sumida River Cruise
Arrive at Hinode Pier where a boat awaits to take you on a delightful river cruise to Asakusa Temple. Check out the city skyline and see the harmonious blend of old and new Tokyo! Day: Day1 |
| 16:10:00 |
Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa
Walk down Nakamise Shopping Street, where you can shop for local treats and souvenirs before you reach one of the most famous cultural landmarks in Tokyo, Sensō-ji Temple. Learn about the story behind the 1,400-year-old landmark from your expert guide. Day: Day1 |
|
Kappabashi, Ueno, and Akihabara
Finally, drive by the following districts: Kappabashi, known for selling wax food samples; Ueno, known for selling reasonably-priced goods; and Akihabara, known for selling electrical appliances. Choose to end your tour at these locations or proceed back to your hotel. Day: Day1 |
|
| 18:00:00 |
Drop-off at Specific Hotels in Tokyo
Day: Day1 |
Check In/Pickup Location Details
-
*Mandarin Oriental and New Sanno: Pick-up services are only available for hotel guests.
*Participants from Hilton Tokyo will be escorted to Hyatt Regency on foot.
Activity Detail
Restrictions
- As the pick-up service will stop at many hotels throughout the city, guests may have to wait for all other participants to be picked up before the tour starts. The earliest pick up is at 07:50 and the last at 09:00. Please check the exact times on the Pick-up Time & Location section of the schedule.
- This tour is shared with guests from the morning and afternoon only tours. Please understand that the seats are not reserved, and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Additional Notes
- Please make sure to give yourself enough time to arrive at your designated pick-up location. The tour will not wait for participants running late. Latecomers will not be able to join the tour mid-way.
- Return service is available in the hotel from which you were picked up. As the drop-off service will stop at many hotels throughout the city, guests may have to wait for all other participants to be dropped off before arriving at their hotel.
- You may choose to end your tour in Kappabashi, Ueno, or Akihabara. If you choose to stay in one of these districts, your tour guide will let you know how to return to your hotel.
- For Mandarin Oriental and New Sanno, please note that the pick-up services are only available for hotel guests.
- Participants from Hilton Tokyo will be escorted to Hyatt Regency on foot.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- For inquiries after your booking has been confirmed, please contact VELTRA's customer support line. The contact details are listed under the "Recommendation(s) - Others" section of your voucher.
Dressing & Items to Bring
- This tour includes several walking portions. Please wear clothes and shoes suitable for walking.