Japan Ignited: VIP Auto Salon & Cultural Grand Tour 2026

from

$7,550*

per person

Fuel your passion on an extraordinary journey through Japan that fuses legendary automotive experiences with rich cultural immersion. The Japan Motor Show 2026 Tour is your exclusive gateway into the heart of Japanese car culture, featuring VIP access to the Tokyo Auto Salon, behind-the-scenes moments at Daikoku Parking Area, and guided visits to iconic venues like Fuji Speedway and the Honda Collection Hall.

This isn’t just about cars — it’s about discovering Japan through the eyes of enthusiasts and artisans alike. From scenic drives near Mt. Fuji and stays in serene Yamashiro Onsen, to geisha performances, samurai towns, and hands-on knife-making workshops in Echizen, this tour delivers a seamless fusion of horsepower and heritage.

With a perfectly curated mix of automotive highlights and authentic cultural touchpoints — all supported by expert guides and premium transfers — this once-in-a-lifetime adventure is designed to exhilarate and inspire, whether you’re a diehard car lover or curious explorer.

Tour Price: Starting from AUD $7,550 per person

  • Accommodation: 10 nights in 4-star hotels and traditional Ryokan inns
  • Meals: 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 specialty dinners (limited beverages included)
  • Transfers & Guides: Private coach throughout (except Day 3 in Tokyo), porterage, and English-speaking guides
  • Key Experiences:
    • Tokyo Auto Salon 1-day ticket
    • VIP visits to Honda Collection Hall, Toyota Museum, Fuji Speedway, and Motorcar Museum of Japan
    • Mt. Fuji & Hakone scenic drive or leisure tour
    • Shinkansen bullet train (Tokyo–Nagoya) in first class
    • Cultural highlights including tea ceremony, geisha performance with taiko drumming, Echizen knife-making, and folk songs in Gokayama
  • Entrance Fees: All included sightseeing locations
  • Day 1 – Arrival in Tokyo
    Check-in and overnight stay.
  • Day 2 – Tokyo Auto Salon or Cultural Tour
    Choose between full-day VIP Auto Salon access or a guided cultural tour of Ginza, river cruise, Asakusa & Sensoji Temple.
  • Day 3 – Automotive Icons or Urban Tour
    Car lovers visit the Honda Collection Hall in Motegi; others explore Meiji Shrine, Omotesando, Harajuku, and Shibuya.
  • Day 4 – Scenic Hakone Drive or Lake Ashi Cruise
    Drive enthusiasts take iconic roads to Hakone; others enjoy the Hakone Ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise.
  • Day 5 – Fuji Speedway or Mt. Fuji Culture
    Gearheads explore Fuji Speedway; others tour Kawaguchiko and the traditional village of Iyashi-no-Sato.
  • Day 6 – Bullet Train to Nagoya
    Ride the Shinkansen; afternoon visit to the Toyota Museum.
  • Day 7 – Snowy Villages & Onsen
    Tour Shirakawago and Gokayama villages. Evening stay at Yamashiro Onsen with traditional dinner.
  • Day 8 – Motorcar Museum & Tea Ceremony
    Morning visit to the Motorcar Museum of Japan. Afternoon tour of Kenroku-en Garden and participate in a traditional tea ceremony.
  • Day 9 – Echizen Craft Village to Kyoto
    Morning geisha performance and drumming. Afternoon visit to knife workshops in Echizen. Evening arrival in Kyoto.
  • Day 10 – Kyoto Highlights
    Explore Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), Nishiki Market, and the historic Higashiyama district.
  • Day 11 – Tour Ends
    Check-out. Optional extensions to Hiroshima or Nara available.

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