Port Pick-Up: Okinawa Private Tour Licensed Guide＆ Vehicle
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour is designed for the travelers who visit Okinawa by cruise ship. We will pick you up at Naha Port or hotels near the port.
Okinawa offers a unique experience of your stay in Japan due to its relatively distant location from the main island of Honshu and the consequential subtropical to tropical climate. Your private guide can fill you in on the details and much more on this full-day tour of Okinawa, the capital city of Naha in particular.
Start your day with a morning pickup at your hotel, let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!
Note*1: Please select 3-4 your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Only one reservation per group allowed. You cannot combine multiple reservations into one group.
There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
What To Expect
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The main buildings of Shuri Castle were destroyed by fire in the night of October 31, 2019. The city hopes to rebuild the main building by 2022, the 50th anniversary of Okinawa's reversion to Japan. A city district of Naha today, Shuri is the name of the former capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Shuri Castle (首里城, Shurijō) served as the administrative center and residence of the Ryukyu kings for several centuries until Okinawa became a Japanese prefecture in 1879. The castle is included as one of the UNESCO World Heritage designated Castles of the Ryukyu Kingdom sites. Shuri Castle was originally built in the late 1300s, and played an integral role in the political unification of the island. Wars and fires destroyed the castle multiple times over the centuries, most recently in the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. The current buildings are beautiful reconstructions dating from 1992. The approach to the castle's central buildings leads through multiple gates, including the well known Shureimon Gate. The castle's hilltop location allows for nice views over Naha along the way.
Kokusaidori
Naha’s International Street was known post-WW II as the miracle mile for its almost-instantaneous reconstruction. With rows of souvenirs and restaurants, it is a staple sightseeing spot for visitors to Okinawa. Popular spots to visit include the central Makishi Public Market, dining establishments and the Don Quijote, Japan’s largest discount store. If you’re going for a stroll at night, there are izakaya where you can listen to performances of traditional Okinawa folk music and shamisen players.
Options
Van (Up to 7 Pax)
Van (Up to 7 Pax) Pickup included
Minivan (Up to 4 Pax)
Minivan (Up to 4 Pax) Pickup included
Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax) Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private vehicle
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good Overview of NAHA
Lou W,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is good but a lot of walking for those with mobility issues. It only allows for a few sites within a 6hr tour
Outstanding tour of Okinawa with Mr Hyde
jeffrey f,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Outstanding day in Naha with Mr Hyde. Communications were excellent before and during tour. Seamless pickup at the port. We saw and learned a lot about the history and culture of Okinawa and its strategic importance today. Mr Hyde shared his personal stories of life after WW2. The Navy underground Headquarters is amazing as well as the peace memorial & museum. Both are very well done. The car was spotless and very comfortable. We highly recommend this tour as top notch way to see and understand the relationship of Okinawa to Japan, the region and the world.
A beautiful day in Naha
maxmU8561BR,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a nice day with Kumiko. Full of history from the last days of the war and from the Naha area. Also a nice restaurant with super delicious food. Good value for money.
Wonderful tour - highly recommend
LeeHM,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent tour with our guide Hiromi & private driver. We visited Shuri Castle (reconstruction nearly complete), the former Japanese Underground Naval HQ, had time for lunch & shopping, and then visited Naminoue shrine. Hiromi met us at the port terminal with a sign. We had a private driver and large car/taxi for the day for our group of 4. Tour lasted 6 hours and then dropped back at the terminal. Highlight was the Naval HQ - very interesting! Shuri Castle was beautiful and worth it, but definitely strenuous for our group (lots of stairs.) Hiromi did a great job explaining the sites/shrine & arranging for the car to pick us up at easy spots at end of each location.
Wonderful Day!
Katie C,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was very communicative prior to the day of the tour. He was open to our requests and planned a perfect day! He was very knowledgeable and engaging. We really enjoyed our day with him.
Everything we wanted.
Excursion03316243923,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day in Naha. Our tour guide Kumiko was on time and very attentive during our tour.
Knowledgeable guide
Shari P,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide and driver provided an informative tour. We spent the day learning a lot about the history of the island. All delivered as promised.
stephengV3965ES,Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time touring Naha, with our tour guide Michie. she was very knowledgeable, accommodating, and fun to spend the day with. We would book with her again.
Great tour guide
Gerald J,May 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hiromi was great. Very knowledgeable and spoke english well. Very organized with lots Pictures and slides to provide more detail and context. While it rained most of the day we were able to miss most of it by rearranging the places to visit. Don't worry about the steps to the underground Naval Headquarters. They are quite easy.
Hyde was the perfect guide for Naha
Allan H,Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We learned so much and really appreciated seeing Naha from the perspective of a long time local and great grandfather
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