Private Tour
Nagasaki City and Shimabara Peninsular Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Tours are our forte. My philosophy is to provide customized flexible tours around Nagasaki for smaller groups unlike the big tour operators, who are only concerned amount how many people they can get and not the quality or content of their tours.
Packaged tours offer no flexibility and a regimented get off get on time requirement and there is nothing more frustrating than waiting for a fellow passenger to come back to the bus on the time allocated.
We allow our clients to stay as short or a long as they like at a particular venue in order to maximize their enjoyment. It is this type of tour that will leave you feeling fully satisfied at days end.
The Shimabara Peninsula has so much to offer is regards to nature, history and culture. It will be impossible to get to every attraction but you will absolutely see the best sites on offer.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Still and sparkling water are available at all times.
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch is provided on the go to maximize our attractions on the day.
Please indicate what beverages you would like on the day before your tour date.
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Spectacles Bridge (Meganebashi)
I like to visit this location first on my Nagasaki and Shimabara Peninsular full day tours as it is a beautiful location and sets the tone for what a great day we have in store for us to come. The Spectacle Bridge in Isahaya is a double arch stone bridge spanning a pond at Isahaya Park, which is one of the main sightseeing places of the area. The bridge is twice the size of the famous Spectacles Bridge in Nagasaki City and has many temples and shrines as well as walking trails that you could easily spend 1 or 2 hours here soaking up the ambiance, however most stops are around the 20 to 25 minutes.
Fruits Bus Stop
The Unique Bus Stops in that you see here in the photos are part of the Nagasaki Prefecture`s character and adds to her personality unlike any other attraction. I nearly always include this site on my Private Nagasaki Tours because everyone comes away with a pic and a smile on their face.
Options
Small Group Day Tour
Duration: 9 hours: A customizable tour that can be lengthened or shortened in desired.
Lunch and Refreshments: A Western or Japanese styled lunch is provided.
Toyota Prius: A vehicle that seats 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Pickup included
Super large tour group
Duration: 8 hours: A customizable tour that the client can choose the start and finishing times.
Lunch and Beverages: A sit down or on the go lunch with various beverages is provided. Many Western and Japanese options available.
Toyota Microbus: A spacious vehicle that seats up to 15 adults and 5 children.
Special Features: A professional driver and native English speaking guide are standard.
Pickup included
Extra Large Group Day Tour
Duration: 9 hours: A customizable tour that can be shortened on the day if necessary.
Lunch: A sit down lunch or something on the go is provided. On days of nice weather a picnic is an option.
Toyota Hiace Commuter Van: A professional driver and native English speaking guide is standard.
Vehicle Specs: A spacious vehicle that seats 12 passengers.
Pickup included
Medium Group Day Tour
Duration: 9 hours: A fully customizable tour that can be lengthened or shortened if desired.
Lunch and Refreshements: A Western or Japanese styled lunch is provided
Toyota Estima: A luxury minivan that seats 6 adults or 5 adults and 2 children.
Vehicle Specs: Oversized or passengers with mobility issues are recommended to upgrade to the Toyota Hiace Van.
Pickup included
Executive Tour Option
Private Hot Spring Experience: Bathe like the Japanese in your own special and private Onsen. Experience the health benefits immediately upon entering.
Executive Tour: Travel in Luxury and Comfort and be treated to the highest level of service on your special day in Nagasaki.
Fully inclusive food and drink: A Japanese Omakase (gourmet) lunch as well as a variety of beverages are available all day as we travel to the attractions.
Toyota Estima: Enjoy space and complete attention to detail as we travel all around Nagasaki Prefecture.
Pickup included
Large Group Day Tour
Duration: 9 hours: A fully customizable tour that can be lengthened or shortened as desired.
Lunch and Refreshments: A Western or Japanese styled lunch is provided
Toyota Hiace: A spacious people mover that seats 9 comfortably and designed for people larger than average size and or mobility issues.
Vehicle Specs: The Toyota Hiace is wheelchair accessible.
Pickup included
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The best guide, tour!
Mobile281100,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’ve traveled the world and Shannon was one of the best guides, ever. Knowledgeable, informative, considerate, flexible—he made our day!
Best Guide in Nagasaki
flaviosU7478TT,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are a couple from Brazil. We had an amazing time in Nagasaki with Shannon. He took care of everything, including lunch! We had time in one day to explore the hot springs, the museum, the Catholic Church, the market. Besides, it was very interesting to learn about Japan culture from a perspective of a western immigrant. Highly recommend!
Best tour in Nagasaki thanks Shannon
shane g,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing private tour Clean comfortable car Shannon our guide was the best Speaks great English and his knowledge about Japan was amazing We learnt so much about Japan more from Shannon today then we have on our other ongoing bus tour around Japan Great sites great photo opportunities and Shannon was always there to ensure your day was enjoyable fun relaxing and educational Thanks Definitely book this tour when in Nagasaki
Outstanding and Memorable
SuciTraveller,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We hired Shannon for a Full Day Nagasaki and Shimabara Peninsula Tour for six participants. He picked us up and returned us to the cruise ship terminal. Shannon is Australian so spoke fluent English. His tour price was a bit higher than other tours, but it was well worth the difference. He took us to many sites on the pre-arranged agenda but also suggested other sites of interest. We also had the opportunity to enjoy hospitality from his Japanese wife at the natural hot spring foot bath. Shannon was both knowledgeable and personable. Shannon loves what he is doing as it is amazing that he does tours regularly but makes each tour unique and extra-special. Shannon was the best tour guide of our Asian cruise.
Excellent personalised tour guide
P6043NLdavidm,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family of 4 had the most wonderful time visiting Nagasaki with Shannon on a day excursion from a Cruise. From start to finish, it was so easy to organise. Initial contact and working out what to do for the day was easily done via email. Then on the day, Shannon met us as soon as we got off the ship (being an Aussie expat he was easy to spot in his Akubra hat) and drove us around Nagasaki and beyond, taking us to all the areas that both Shannon suggested before we got there, as well as a few detours along the way that we wanted on the day. Having lunch provided at the thermal springs whilst soaking our feet was so relaxing. He catered for our individual tastes, including 2 fussy kids. The tour was well planned out, with the final stop just near the cruise port, so we were dropped off with time to spare, but not to early. Finally Shannon went above and beyond on the day. The cruise had a slight change to its arrival and drop off point in Tokyo. I needed to advise the company I was using to pick us up from the port the change of details. Not speaking Japanese, I thought I would be in all sorts of trouble. Whilst not Shannons problem at all, he rang the company for me and provided them with all the changed details they needed. Outcome of that was my family had a seemless arrival in Tokyo, whilst others had all sorts of issues trying to contact their transports. Not only did Shannon make our day in Nagasaki, but made our entire trip so much more enjoyable and hassle free. If you are looking for a Nagasaki and beyond port day tour from a cruise, you cannot go past using Shannon. Don't just limit Shannon to cruises, I'm sure if you are visiting Nagasaki for 1 or more days, well worth using Shannon, you wont be disappointed.
Tour with a Heartful English Speaking Guide
susanrR2519MT,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A private tour that comes with an English speaking guide, lives in the area, will share some history, take you places a tour bus is not able to go, and our tour was from the morning to seeing the city night lights. My family enjoyed the one-day tour and it was well worth the expense to have been able to have a great tour guide. Shannon is very heartful, welcoming, and sharing the many things he has discovered as a resident. Arigato gozaimasu Shannon
Absolutely phenomenal cruise excursion- traveled in comfort to sites and had experiences not offered by anyone else.
Christina I,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is the one that we will be talking the most about, for years to come. Shannon was the perfect guide for my multigenerational family. He was able to accommodate my mobility-limited mother's needs and still keep my 7yo engaged. My husband and I gained some valuable insights into modern day Japanese life and we traveled as a local would, enjoying local foods while relaxing in a foot bath. Of course, we saw all the major sites in and around Nagasaki, in absolute comfort of a private vehicle on one of the hottest days of the year. Even through all of this, Shannon went above and beyond, helping us to secure the ultimate souvenir to save all of our souvenirs - you gotta ask him about it, should you book with him ;) Thank you so much for your hospitality Shannon!
Soggy Nagasaki
Brad B,
Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unfortunately, we had flood warnings for our day in Nagasaki, precluding some of the itinerary. Shannon, however, worked hard to find alternatives and we enjoyed our tour and his insights and hospitality.
Fantastic day around Nagasaki
Stephanie p,
May 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time with Shannon in the Nagasaki area. He is a top notch tour guide. Very informative and very fun. This day has been the highlight of our trip so far. If you are considering booking a tour with him, just do it! I promise you will be glad you did.
Great tour!!!
Nancy L,
Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Shannon was a great guide. He was knowledgeable, kind and great communicator. We enjoyed our tour!!!
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