Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips — all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
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Two festivals stand out. The Kamakura Festival, typically held in spring, centres on Tsurugaoka Hachimangū shrine and runs for about a week, featuring traditional dance and cultural performances. The Reitaisai, usually held in early autumn, brings the same shrine to life with yabusame — the ancient samurai practice of horseback archery — which is a genuinely rare spectacle. Outside of festival season, Kamakura's temples and gardens shift beautifully with the seasons, so any time of year offers something worth seeing.
Yes — the relatively short distance between the two cities makes Kamakura a realistic option even on a tight itinerary. With a private transfer cutting out transit logistics, you spend more of your limited time actually exploring rather than waiting on platforms or studying route maps. Focus on two or three highlights — the Great Buddha, Tsurugaoka Hachimangū, and Komachi-dori Street — and you'll leave with a genuine sense of the city.
A full day — roughly six to eight hours on the ground — gives you enough time to visit the major highlights without feeling rushed. The Great Buddha and Hasedera temple are close to each other on the western side of the city, while Tsurugaoka Hachimangū and Komachi-dori Street are centrally located. If you plan your route in advance, you can cover all the essentials and still leave time to explore side streets or enjoy a leisurely meal.
Absolutely. Kamakura sits just 50 km (31 miles) south of Tokyo, making it one of the most rewarding day trips from the capital. In a single day you can stand before the 13th-century Great Buddha, walk the grounds of Tsurugaoka Hachimangū shrine, browse the traditional shops along Komachi-dori Street, and sample local treats like Cheese Korokke or Matcha Ice Cream. Few destinations so close to a major city offer this depth of history, culture, and scenery.
A private transfer with Daytrip gets you from your Tokyo accommodation directly to Kamakura without navigating train stations, managing luggage on packed carriages, or coordinating multiple connections. Your driver picks you up at your door and drops you exactly where you want to start your day. It's a particularly good option if you're traveling with family, carrying bags, or simply want to begin your day relaxed rather than stressed.
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So, so happy I stumbled upon this website to book two private transports while visiting Lima, Peru. They were both one-way trips approximately 3 hours in length. Great communication as soon as everything was booked via email and I then downloaded their app. I had a few issues with the app and the customer service was awesome trying to assist me in getting it corrected. Honestly impressive customer service which gave you a positive feeling that you made the right choice. Both drivers were right on time - No issues whatsoever! Can't say enough about the service and ease of everything when travelling so far away. Great job to the daytrip team! Would strongly recommend.
Kamakura isn't just another scenic town — it was once a political capital of Japan, on par with Kyoto and Nara. That history is still visible everywhere: in the towering Great Buddha, the centuries-old shrines, and the forested hillside temples like Zeniarai Benten Shrine. Combined with a lively street food culture and seasonal festivals such as the Kamakura Festival, typically held in spring, and the Reitaisai horseback archery event, usually held in autumn, the city offers a layered experience you won't find at most day trip destinations.
