Sapporo Private Sightseeing Taxi & Custom Guided Tours

Overview

Transform your travel experience with a private Sightseeing Taxi service, offering a comfortable vehicle and a dedicated Tourist Driver to guide you throughout your journey. This plan is designed for ultimate personalization, allowing you to freely select the places you want to visit and explore them at your own pace, eliminating the stress of navigation and public transit schedules.

The core benefit is having an experienced Tourist Driver who acts as both your chauffeur and your local guide. These drivers are skilled at providing memorable and detailed historical and cultural commentary, ensuring you receive a fun and enriching experience at every stop, not just a simple transfer between locations. English-speaking drivers can also be arranged for international customers.

This service is especially beneficial for first-time visitors, those traveling with luggage, or individuals with mobility issues, as you can easily access popular tourist spots directly by car. From customized itinerary planning to suggesting dining options based on your budget, the service is tailored entirely to your needs.

Highlights:

• Personalized Guiding: Benefit from a Tourist Driver who provides detailed historical and cultural insights at each sightseeing spot.
• Flexible Itinerary Planning: Opt for a free plan allowing you to choose all your destinations, with planning assistance provided by the driver.
• Convenient Accessibility: Enjoy door-to-door service for pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, station, or airport, bypassing train schedules and parking hassles.
• Diverse Fleet Options: Choose the perfect vehicle for your group, from the luxurious Executive Lexus LM to the spacious Hiace large wagon.
• Specialized Mobility: Accessible options are available, including the High-Grade Alphard with a boarding lift for wheelchair users.

Complete Details:

This service operates as an hourly charter, providing you with a vehicle and driver for a set duration, from a minimum of three hours up to a full eight-hour day. The driver will meet you at your preferred location with an optional nameplate for easy identification.

On the Day of Boarding:

1. Pick-up: Meet your driver at the station, airport (with nameplate option), or hotel.
2. Meeting: Discuss your sightseeing interests, specific requests, and dining preferences. The driver will finalize the plan and suggest local restaurant options.
3. Taxi Tour: Relax and enjoy the scenic drive. At tourist sites, your driver will accompany you and provide a fun, detailed guide to the area.
4. Seeing off: The driver will take you safely to the location of your choice for final drop-off.

Vehicle Options and Capacity:

• Executive (Lexus LM): Ideal for 2 people (Max 3), suitable for light luggage.
• Large Wagon (Hiace): Perfect for groups up to 9 people (recommended 8), with ample space for up to 9 suitcases.
• High Grade (Alphard HV): Accommodates 5 people, suitable for a limited number of suitcases.
  • Wheelchair Option: An Alphard with boarding lift is available for wheelchair users, accommodating one folding wheelchair and 4 passengers (Max 5).
• Standard (Noah HV, Camry HV, IONIQ 5): Best for 3 or 4 people, suitable for a limited number of suitcases.

Charter Duration:

Vehicles can be booked for 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 hours. If additional time is required on the day, the charter can be extended in 30-minute increments, with an applicable extension fee.

Booking with Jasumo

To book your Private Sightseeing Taxi with a Tourist Driver and begin designing your custom itinerary, or for a free consultation on the best route for your group, please contact us using the Contact Us Form. Specify your desired vehicle grade and the number of hours you wish to reserve.

Faqs Section

How does the Tourist Driver enhance the sightseeing experience?

The Tourist Driver provides more than just transportation; they act as a local guide. They will accompany you into the tourist spots, offering detailed commentary on the historical and cultural highlights, turning your trip into an educational and memorable journey.

Can the driver help us plan a flexible itinerary and suggest places to eat?

Yes, itinerary planning is a complimentary part of the service. Your driver will meet with you at the start to discuss your interests, suggest the most efficient route, and recommend dining options based on your budget and preferred cuisine.

Is there an extra charge if we need an English-speaking driver for the tour?

No, the service includes the option to request an English-speaking driver to ensure smooth communication and a fully guided experience for overseas customers.

How much luggage can the different vehicle types accommodate?

Luggage capacity varies significantly by vehicle. The Large Wagon (Hiace) offers the most space, holding up to 9 suitcases. All other vehicles (Executive, High Grade, Standard) are best suited for 2 suitcases due to passenger seating requirements.

What happens if we need more time on the day or if we want to change our drop-off location?

The charter is flexible; you may extend the tour time on the day in 30-minute increments, with an applicable extension fee. You can also be dropped off at any preferred location, such as a restaurant or station, instead of your original pick-up point.

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