Private Yokohama Day Trip From Tokyo

Welcome to Yokohama, a city with a rich history and vibrant modern development. Experience the best of what Yokohama has to offer on this private tour, tailored to your interests and schedule.

Your tour starts with a boat ride around the harbor, offering a panoramic view of the Port of Yokohama and the city skyline. You'll then visit Yamashita Park, where you'll learn about the Hikawa Maru, a permanently docked ocean liner with a fascinating history. From there, you'll stroll through the residential area of Yamate Hill, where you'll see the Spanish villas and Victorian homes occupied by early Western settlers. You'll discover who lived in these homes and why they came to Yokohama.

Next, you'll venture to Chinatown, home to the early Chinese settlers. Yokohama's Chinatown is the largest in Japan and one of the biggest in the world. Here, you'll visit a 150-year-old temple that has served as the main grounds of worship for the Chinese settlers. You'll then embark on a food crawl through the narrow laneways, tasting local specialties like steamed buns, dumplings, and fried sesame balls.

After exploring Chinatown, you'll travel to Minato Mirai, a 10-minute train ride away, to see the modern side of Yokohama. In Minato Mirai, you'll explore the modern development of Yokohama, including the Red Brick Warehouse, originally a customs house but now converted into a boutique

FAQ

1. What is included in the private tour of Yokohama?
The tour includes a boat ride around the harbor, a visit to Yamashita Park, a stroll through the residential area of Yamate Hill, a visit to a temple in Chinatown, a food crawl through Chinatown, and entrance to the Cup Noodle Museum. Transportation and lunch costs are not included.

2. Is the private tour of Yokohama suitable for travelers with children?
Children aged 11 and under are free to join the tour.

There is a surcharge of $40 per person (including sales tax) for children aged 3 to 11 to cover the cost of the boat ride, Cup Noodle Museum, and lunch.

3. How do I book the private tour of Yokohama?
You can book the tour online up to 18 hours in advance through Trip To Japan. For very last minute inquiries, you can email the tour provider.

‍4. How much does the private tour of Yokohama cost?
The cost of the tour depends on the number of people in your group and the duration of the tour. Prices start at $595 for a 6.5-hour tour for 1-2 people, $639 for a 7.5-hour tour for 1-2 people with hotel pickup, and $79 per person for groups over 8 people. Children aged 11 and under are free, but there is a surcharge of $40 per person (including sales tax) for children aged 3 to 11 to cover the cost of the boat ride, Cup Noodle Museum, and lunch.

5. Can I customize the private tour of Yokohama?
The tour can be customized to your interests and schedule. Please contact the tour provider to discuss your preferences.

Key Takeaways:

Your private tour of Yokohama begins at either

• Yokohama Station (East Exit) or at your hotel lobby if you have booked an extra hour for hotel pickup.

• The meeting time for the 6.5-hour tour starting at Yokohama Station is 9:50am for a 10:00am start time, and the meeting time for the 7.5-hour tour with hotel pickup in Tokyo is 8:50am at the hotel lobby for a 9:00am departure.

During the tour, you'll experience a boat ride to Yamashita Park from Yokohama Station, a food crawl through Chinatown, and entrance to the Cup Noodle Museum. Lunch is included in the tour price, but public transportation costs, taxi fares, souvenirs, and additional food not included in the food crawl are not covered. It is recommended that you purchase a train pass beforehand to travel between locations.

The tour will end at the Cup Noodle Museum in the Minato Mirai area. If you prefer to be taken back to your hotel, please let the tour guide know.

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