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Guided Tour of Nagoya by Car
A private car day for up to nine with a talkative local guide, written for cruise passengers: pickup at the terminal, Nagoya Castle, Tokugawa Garden, Toganji's bamboo and the Osu streets, then back to the ship.
US$170 each · US$340 for two · Pickup at the pier
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Most listings let you reserve now and pay later, and cancel free up to 24 hours before. Your ship's berth or time can change; a reservation costs nothing to hold.
The operator collects you at the cruise terminal
- The operator writes that it is 'especially recommended for cruise ship passengers': you are picked up at the boat terminal and returned there in time. That removes Kinjo Pier's walk and train ride in one go.
- 41 reviews, all averaging 5.0.
- The private car, parking, and entry to Nagoya Castle and Tokugawa Garden are listed as included.
Couples, families and anyone who finds stairs and trains hard, on a call of about eight hours or more.
Lunch is not included, and swapping in the Toyota museum costs ¥1,200 a person. The itinerary is a template, so agree the stops and the time back at berths 80–81 in writing. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
The day, stop by stop
- Nagoya Castle · 40 minNagoya Castle: Where History Meets Legendary Bling Welcome to Nagoya Castle, one of Japan’s most iconic and legendary strongholds, proudly standing tall in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, right in the heart of Honshu!
- Tokugawa Garden · 40 mint’s a beautiful Japanese landscape garden built on the grounds of the Owari Tokugawa family’s former residence. Highlights: Central pond and waterfall: A classic kaiyū-style (strolling) garden with a large pond representing the sea, with artificial hills symbolizing mountains.
- Nagoya · seen in passingLunch time! If you're hungry (we can also skip this and eat something simple like a rice ball)we can go for some awesome ramen (noodles), or Nagoya's famous "hitsumabushi" unagi at renowned ungai shop "unagijo" or for the more adventurous, miso nikomi udon at Nagoya's famous Yamamoto ya.
- Toganji Temple · 30 minToganji is a Buddhist temple of the Soto sect founded in the 1500s by Oda Nobuyuki in memory of his father Nobuhide, yes rich and powerful people used to do those things. You can't miss the truly magnificent green bronze Buddha statue. It's 10 meters tall, and probably very heavy.
- Osu Shopping Street · 1 hrOsu Shopping Street (大須商店街, Osu Shōtengai) in Nagoya is one of the city’s most lively shopping districts. It’s a covered arcade with a mix of traditional shops, modern stores, and street food stalls.
- Private transportation
- Nagoya castle and Tokugawa garden
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- horrible singing
- Lunch
- quietness, our guides talk your ears off
- toyota automobile museum
Guide languages: English, nl. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by Japanfixertravel.
Check dates and book
Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.
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Before you book
Is the Guided Tour of Nagoya by Car worth it from the Nagoya cruise port?
A private car day for up to nine with a talkative local guide, written for cruise passengers: pickup at the terminal, Nagoya Castle, Tokugawa Garden, Toganji's bamboo and the Osu streets, then back to the ship. Best for: Couples, families and anyone who finds stairs and trains hard, on a call of about eight hours or more.
How long a port call do I need for this tour?
About 8 hours. The tour runs 5 hr – 6 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. Five to six hours from the terminal and back, plus half an hour to get ashore and the hour before all-aboard: a call of about eight hours.
Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?
The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The operator may cancel for bad weather, with a refund.
What should I know before booking?
Lunch is not included, and swapping in the Toyota museum costs ¥1,200 a person. The itinerary is a template, so agree the stops and the time back at berths 80–81 in writing. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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