Discover Tsuruga City (located in Fukui Prefecture) in comfort and style with a private chartered vehicle tour designed just for you. Whether you’re interested in exploring cultural landmarks, browsing vibrant local markets, or venturing off the beaten path, you can create a fully customized itinerary that suits your pace and interests. For added convenience, take advantage of our optional restaurant reservation service (securing a table at a locally recommended dining spot) tailored to your taste.
Price: From ¥72,200 per vehicle
Highlights
- Private & Stress-Free: Avoid crowded tours and travel in comfort with a dedicated private vehicle and professional driver.
- Multiple Vehicle Options: Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, we have the perfect vehicle for you.
- Convenient Pickup & Drop-off: Start and end your tour at your preferred pickup location (see the ‘Pickup & Drop-off Locations’ section for more details).
- Restaurant Booking Service: Opt for a hassle-free dining experience (optional) — we’ll reserve a table at a highly recommended restaurant based on your preferences.
- Simple Post-Booking Customization: After booking, we’ll send a form to you within 24 – 48 hours to easily provide your preferences and details.
Tour Duration & Start Time
Choose from the following durations (you may specify on the form after booking and select the attractions you would like to visit):
- 4 Hours: Visit 2–3 attractions (quick exploration). Recommended start time: 7:00 AM — 2:00 PM.
- 6 Hours: Visit 3–4 attractions (multiple highlights at a relaxed pace). Recommended start time: 7:00 AM — 12:00 PM.
- 8 Hours: Visit 4–5 attractions (well-balanced tour with extra stops). Recommended start time: 7:00 AM — 10:00 AM.
Pickup & Drop-off Locations
Specify your preferred pickup location in the form, and we’ll confirm availability and if any additional charges is applicable.
- Tsuruga Port
- Hotels in Tsuruga or nearby areas
- Custom locations (e.g., airport pickup) available upon request (additional cost may apply)
Customize Your Tour Preferences
When you receive the form after booking, please provide your group size, luggage, dining, location, and attraction preferences, ensuring a tailored tour experience. Based on your input, we’ll:
- Assign a vehicle suitable for your group size and luggage needs.
- Plan your itinerary based on your chosen attractions in the city (the tailored itinerary will be provided to you at least 5 – 7 days before your tour date). You can refer to the map below for inspiration on the attractions to visit.
- If you choose to include dining in your tour (optional), we’ll share a list of iconic dishes in this city for you to select 2–3 options and indicate your preferred budget. Based on your choices, we’ll reserve a table at a highly recommended local restaurant conveniently located along your tour route.
Estimated Luggage Capacity by Vehicle
Luggage capacity varies by vehicle size, as outlined below. Please note that large luggage refers to any item measuring 75 cm or more in length.
- Sedan (up to 3 passengers): ~2 large luggage pieces
- Minivan (up to 5 passengers): ~2–3 large luggage pieces
- Hiace/Jumbo Van (up to 9 passengers): ~4–5 large luggage pieces
- Microbus (up to 13 passengers): ~6–7 large luggage pieces
- Small Bus (up to 20 passengers): ~10 large luggage pieces
- Medium Bus (up to 30 passengers): ~18 large luggage pieces
- Large Bus (up to 40 passengers): ~35 large luggage pieces
If your group size or luggage exceeds the selected vehicle’s capacity, we’ll contact you to discuss options, such as upgrading to a larger vehicle, which could incur additional charges.
Availability & Confirmation
Vehicle availability varies, especially during peak travel seasons. To ensure the best experience, we recommend booking 3 – 4 weeks in advance for groups of 9 people or fewer, and 5 – 6 weeks in advance for groups of 10 or more people. If your tour includes pickup or drop-off at a port or airport, or falls during peak seasons or special events, we strongly recommend booking at least 2 to 4 months in advance.
Additional Information
PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM: After your booking, you will receive a link to the Tsuruga Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Tsuruga Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date.
Attire
The tour operates in all weather conditions (except when there is a typhoon or other extreme situations). Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions. In such case, please note that the tour may change slightly to accommodate for the weather.
Non-Smoking
While most places we visit may be non-smoking establishments, there are some places along the way that may allow smoking in designated areas. Please take note of this for guests who are sensitive to smoke.
Age Requirement
There is no age requirement, but a reservation must be made for all guests. Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour. Children that are age 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult that is age 18 or older.
Before You Book
Standard Cancellation Policy
- 20 days or less before the event: 25% cancellation fee
- 14 days or less before the event: 50% cancellation fee
- 7 days or less before the event: 100% cancellation fee
