​Japanese Grand Prix Travel Packages 2026
Sunday, March 29, 2026
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How We Work
At GP Traveller, we do things differently from traditional tour operators. Instead of block-booking hotels, flights, and tickets—limiting your choices—we operate as a specialist travel agency for Formula 1 fans. Our approach is all about flexibility, quality, and expert curation.
We handpick the best travel options, ticket choices, upgrades, and extras to help tailor your perfect Grand Prix experience. By selecting what we believe offers the best value and experience, we remove unnecessary options that might overwhelm you or fall short of expectations.
Every package includes the essentials for a great F1 weekend, from race tickets and accommodation to practical advice on getting to and from the circuit and choosing the best vantage points. For those looking to enhance their trip, we offer optional upgrades designed to improve convenience, comfort, or overall enjoyment.
Our goal is simple: to make planning your Formula 1 trip as seamless and rewarding as possible, so you can focus on the thrill of the race.
We handpick the best travel options, ticket choices, upgrades, and extras to help tailor your perfect Grand Prix experience. By selecting what we believe offers the best value and experience, we remove unnecessary options that might overwhelm you or fall short of expectations.
Every package includes the essentials for a great F1 weekend, from race tickets and accommodation to practical advice on getting to and from the circuit and choosing the best vantage points. For those looking to enhance their trip, we offer optional upgrades designed to improve convenience, comfort, or overall enjoyment.
Our goal is simple: to make planning your Formula 1 trip as seamless and rewarding as possible, so you can focus on the thrill of the race.
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From Tokyo Streets to Suzuka Seats
See Formula 1 cars race at legendary Suzuka, explore Tokyo’s buzzing streets and historic temples, and sample sake straight from a 300-year-old brewery. A trip to the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka combines Formula One with unforgettable cultural experiences. Here's how to make the most of your visit.
Days 1 & 2: Tokyo
Welcome to Tokyo!
Day 1: Shibuya & Harajuku
Start at Shibuya Crossing—one of the busiest intersections globally, great for photos. Visit a depachika food hall beneath the city for local Japanese snacks. Relax at Meiji Shrine, a peaceful spot hidden in busy Tokyo, then explore Harajuku's unique street fashion.
Day 2: Asakusa & Ueno
Explore traditional Tokyo in Asakusa. Nakamise Street has local snacks and great souvenirs leading to Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest temple (dating back to 628 AD). Spend the afternoon in Ueno Park—home to world-class museums, vibrant markets, and peaceful gardens.
Welcome to Tokyo!
Day 1: Shibuya & Harajuku
Start at Shibuya Crossing—one of the busiest intersections globally, great for photos. Visit a depachika food hall beneath the city for local Japanese snacks. Relax at Meiji Shrine, a peaceful spot hidden in busy Tokyo, then explore Harajuku's unique street fashion.
Day 2: Asakusa & Ueno
Explore traditional Tokyo in Asakusa. Nakamise Street has local snacks and great souvenirs leading to Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest temple (dating back to 628 AD). Spend the afternoon in Ueno Park—home to world-class museums, vibrant markets, and peaceful gardens.
Day 3: Mishima
Ride Japan’s famous bullet train (Shinkansen) from Tokyo to Mishima in just 45 minutes with your JR Rail Pass. Visit Mishima Skywalk—the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan, with impressive views of Mt. Fuji. Visit local parks, visit historic Mishima Shrine, and enjoy strolling along the waterways.
Ride Japan’s famous bullet train (Shinkansen) from Tokyo to Mishima in just 45 minutes with your JR Rail Pass. Visit Mishima Skywalk—the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan, with impressive views of Mt. Fuji. Visit local parks, visit historic Mishima Shrine, and enjoy strolling along the waterways.
Optional Day: Kawanehon
If you enjoy the outdoors, consider adding an extra day to visit Kawanehon Village. You can take beautiful hikes around Sumatakyo Gorge or relax in the hot springs (onsen).
If you enjoy the outdoors, consider adding an extra day to visit Kawanehon Village. You can take beautiful hikes around Sumatakyo Gorge or relax in the hot springs (onsen).
Days 4-7: Nagoya & Suzuka (Japanese Grand Prix)
Travel to Nagoya by bullet train (1 hr 15 mins).
Spend three days (Friday–Sunday) at Suzuka to fully experience the Japanese Grand Prix. Friday includes Formula 1 practice and support series sessions. Saturday has Porsche Carrera qualifying, additional F1 practice, support races, and Formula 1 qualifying. Sunday includes support races, the drivers’ parade, and the main event—the Japanese Grand Prix.
Travel to Nagoya by bullet train (1 hr 15 mins).
Spend three days (Friday–Sunday) at Suzuka to fully experience the Japanese Grand Prix. Friday includes Formula 1 practice and support series sessions. Saturday has Porsche Carrera qualifying, additional F1 practice, support races, and Formula 1 qualifying. Sunday includes support races, the drivers’ parade, and the main event—the Japanese Grand Prix.
Days 8 & 9: Kyoto
A quick 34-minute bullet train ride takes you to historic Kyoto.
Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, famous for its thousands of scarlet torii gates dedicated to Inari, the god of rice. Then tour a 300-year-old sake brewery, Kyoto's oldest continuously operating brewery, to learn about sake production. In the afternoon, stroll the Path of Philosophy, lined with cherry trees, passing Zen temples such as Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) and Nanzen-ji Temple. Alternatively, wander through the wooden houses of Old Town or visit the stunning Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion).
A quick 34-minute bullet train ride takes you to historic Kyoto.
Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, famous for its thousands of scarlet torii gates dedicated to Inari, the god of rice. Then tour a 300-year-old sake brewery, Kyoto's oldest continuously operating brewery, to learn about sake production. In the afternoon, stroll the Path of Philosophy, lined with cherry trees, passing Zen temples such as Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) and Nanzen-ji Temple. Alternatively, wander through the wooden houses of Old Town or visit the stunning Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion).
Day 10: Departure or Hiroshima
If you've got some extra time, consider heading to Hiroshima—it's only two hours by train. You can spend time at the Peace Memorial Park and see the A-Bomb Dome. If not, you can easily catch your flight home from Osaka or Nagoya.
If you've got some extra time, consider heading to Hiroshima—it's only two hours by train. You can spend time at the Peace Memorial Park and see the A-Bomb Dome. If not, you can easily catch your flight home from Osaka or Nagoya.
Japanese Grand Prix holiday expert insight & tailored recommendations
Choice can be a great thing, but when you’re planning a trip to the Japanese Grand Prix you want to be sure that you get the very best experience. We have tried and tested most grandstands, hospitality venues and hotels included in or Japanese F1 Grand Prix holiday packages.
If you’re not confident booking your trip independently or just don’t want to get it wrong we can make recommendations based on our own personal experiences. Knowing all the potential pitfalls of cutting back on service and inclusions we'd rather kindly decline business than risk jeopardising your trip.
If you’re not confident booking your trip independently or just don’t want to get it wrong we can make recommendations based on our own personal experiences. Knowing all the potential pitfalls of cutting back on service and inclusions we'd rather kindly decline business than risk jeopardising your trip.
Planning a trip to the Japanese Grand Prix as a gift
Every year we help people plan a trip to a Grand Prix for someone else. If you’re not an F1 fan yourself but want to give someone the gift of going to see a live Grand Prix we can guide you through the process.
Fully licensed, insured, & protected travel services
We are a fully licensed travel agency and tour operator. Every part of your Japanese Grand Prix trip is financially protected under the ATOL protection scheme and insured by the Travel Trust Association.
Stress-free travel arrangements
We enjoy spending time creating your Japanese Grand Prix experience so that you don’t have to. We make sure all your travel documents and tickets are where they should be so you don’t have to chase up delivery times or worry when they will arrive.
We’ll reconfirm hotel reservations, book transfers and make sure you have enough baggage allowance on your flights. You can just relax and enjoy the experience of watching live Formula 1.
Maybe you don’t know where to start. We are Grand Prix travel specialists. Call or email us and we’ll be more than happy to talk through your plans and help make your Japanese Grand Prix trip a reality.
We’ll reconfirm hotel reservations, book transfers and make sure you have enough baggage allowance on your flights. You can just relax and enjoy the experience of watching live Formula 1.
Maybe you don’t know where to start. We are Grand Prix travel specialists. Call or email us and we’ll be more than happy to talk through your plans and help make your Japanese Grand Prix trip a reality.
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Japanese Grand Prix essentials at-a-glance
How to get to Japan for the Grand Prix?
Most international travelers land in Tokyo or Osaka. From these cities, you can either catch a domestic flight or take the renowned bullet train to Nagoya, the closest major city to the Suzuka Circuit.
Where to stay at the Japanese Grand Prix
Nagoya serves as an excellent base for attending the Japanese Grand Prix. As one of Japan's largest cities, it offers a diverse array of accommodation options that cater to all preferences and budgets.
How to get around at the Japanese Grand Prix
The event is well-organized, with efficient transportation options to and from the circuit. The most popular method is by train. The Suzuka Circuit Ino Station on the Ise Railway is the nearest station to the track. From Nagoya, you can take a train to Suzuka or Shiroko stations and then a short shuttle bus or taxi ride to the circuit.
Why go to the Japanese Grand Prix?
Iconic Circuit: The Suzuka Circuit is one of the most celebrated tracks in the Formula 1 calendar, known for its figure-eight layout, challenging corners, and high-speed chicanes. Its technical complexity not only tests the skills of the drivers but also provides thrilling races for the fans.
Passionate Fans: Japanese fans are renowned for their enthusiasm and deep knowledge of the sport. The atmosphere at the Grand Prix is unlike any other Grand Prix, with fans often dressed in team colors and bearing intricate fan-made gear.
Travel Opportunities: Visiting the Grand Prix also gives you a chance to explore Japan. From the historic sites in Kyoto to the bustling streets of Tokyo.
Passionate Fans: Japanese fans are renowned for their enthusiasm and deep knowledge of the sport. The atmosphere at the Grand Prix is unlike any other Grand Prix, with fans often dressed in team colors and bearing intricate fan-made gear.
Travel Opportunities: Visiting the Grand Prix also gives you a chance to explore Japan. From the historic sites in Kyoto to the bustling streets of Tokyo.
How many days should I spend at the Japanese Grand Prix?
We recommend spending three full days, from Friday to Sunday, at the Japanese Grand Prix. This allows you to attend all the practice and qualifying sessions leading up to the main event on Sunday afternoon.
Additionally, you can enjoy the full schedule of support races between the F1 track action.
Additionally, you can enjoy the full schedule of support races between the F1 track action.
Three-day Japanese Grand Prix itinerary
This three-day Japanese Grand Prix itinerary offers a comprehensive experience at the circuit, ensuring you don't miss any highlights, including F1 practice sessions, qualifying rounds, and the Japanese Grand Prix itself.
Japanese Grand Prix weekend schedule at a glance
Here’s a quick overview of what to expect during each day at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Day 1 is action-packed with Formula 1 practice sessions, along with practice and qualifying sessions for support series, often including Ferrari Challenge Japan & Porsche Carrera Cup Japan.
Day 2, the day begins with Formula third F1 practice session, support series races, and culminates with the thrilling Formula 1 qualifying.
Day 3, features support series races, the drivers' parade, and the highlight event, the Japanese Grand Prix.
Day 1 is action-packed with Formula 1 practice sessions, along with practice and qualifying sessions for support series, often including Ferrari Challenge Japan & Porsche Carrera Cup Japan.
Day 2, the day begins with Formula third F1 practice session, support series races, and culminates with the thrilling Formula 1 qualifying.
Day 3, features support series races, the drivers' parade, and the highlight event, the Japanese Grand Prix.
Short on time? If you don’t have 3 days
If you're on a tight schedule, arriving in Nagoya on Friday evening for two full days will still enable you to experience all the F1 qualifying action and the Grand Prix.
Essential tips for planning a trip to the Japanese Grand Prix
Try and book everything well in advance
When planning a trip to the Japanese Grand Prix, it's a good idea to book everything well in advance. Tickets typically become available shortly after the previous year's Grand Prix, often with early bird pricing. Flights are generally released around 50 weeks prior to travel, varying by airline, and hotel bookings are available even earlier.
Decide on your view
The Suzuka International Racing Course has a fantastic selection of grandstands to watch the race from. Our Japanese Grand Prix travel and official tickets packages allow you to choose from any of the Suzuka Circuit grandstands.
Check the F1 website for the full Japanese Grand Prix schedule
The race weekend schedule for a Grand Prix weekend, including support races and events like the drivers' parade, is usually released about a month before the race.
Regularly check the Japanese Grand Prix website
Regularly check the official Japanese Grand Prix website for up-to-date information, including event schedules, f1 fanzone details, driver autograph sessions, and locations of food and beverage outlets.
What to pack for the Japanese Grand Prix
Here’s our check list for what to pack.
Sunscreen - Essential for protection under the bright sun.
Waterproofs - Crucial for keeping dry in case of rain.
Comfortable Shoes - Expect a lot of walking at the Formula One Grand Prix.
Phone/Camera - Capture moments with your favorite F1 drivers and cars.
Smartphone - Crucial for booking taxis or rideshares, accessing tickets, itineraries, and the latest event updates.
Sunglasses - Protect your eyes and enjoy the race comfortably.
Credit/Debit Cards - Most F1 circuits are cashless, so cards are a must.
F1 Team/Driver Cap - Show your support while shielding yourself from the sun.
Sunscreen - Essential for protection under the bright sun.
Waterproofs - Crucial for keeping dry in case of rain.
Comfortable Shoes - Expect a lot of walking at the Formula One Grand Prix.
Phone/Camera - Capture moments with your favorite F1 drivers and cars.
Smartphone - Crucial for booking taxis or rideshares, accessing tickets, itineraries, and the latest event updates.
Sunglasses - Protect your eyes and enjoy the race comfortably.
Credit/Debit Cards - Most F1 circuits are cashless, so cards are a must.
F1 Team/Driver Cap - Show your support while shielding yourself from the sun.
Frequently asked questions about planning a trip to the Japanese Grand Prix
Discover the answers to your most pressing questions about planning an unforgettable trip to the Japanese Grand Prix with our FAQ guide.
When do tickets for the Japanese Grand Prix go on sale?
Tickets for the Japanese Grand Prix typically go on sale shortly after the previous year's Grand Prix.
When do flights go on sale for the Japanese Grand Prix?
Flights are generally released around 50 weeks prior to travel, varying by airline.
When do hotels go on sale for the Japanese Grand Prix?
Many hotels in Nagoya are available to book more than a year in advance.
How do you get to the Suzuka Circuit?
The most common way to reach the circuit is by train, with Suzuka Circuit Ino Station on the Ise Railway being the closest stop.
How much are tickets for the Japanese Grand Prix?
Ticket prices for the Japanese Grand Prix vary based on the grandstand selection and specific views within each. Tickets typically start at around £300 - £350 for a three-day ticket in one of the lower category grandstands like the Dunlop Corner or S Curve 1, 2 & 3. Prices increase to around £400 - £450 for mid-category grandstands, such as the Second Corner, S Curve 4 & 5, Hairpin, or Chicane grandstands. Ticket prices in the Main grandstand opposite the pit lane can exceed £1,000 for a three-day ticket.
What is the Japanese Grand Prix schedule?
The Japanese Grand Prix schedule typically looks like this:
Friday
Formula 1 First Practice Session 11:30 - 12:30
Formula 1 Second Practice Session 15:00 - 16:00
Saturday
Formula 1 Third Practice Session 11:30 - 12:30
Formula 1 Qualifying Session 15:00 - 16:00
Sunday (race day)
Formula 1 Grand Prix 14:00 - 16:00
Support series practice, qualifying and races, often including Ferrari Challenge Japan & Porsche Carrera Cup Japan take place on all three days.
All times are local times in Japanese.
The full schedule is usually published on formula1.com about four weeks before the Grand Prix.
Friday
Formula 1 First Practice Session 11:30 - 12:30
Formula 1 Second Practice Session 15:00 - 16:00
Saturday
Formula 1 Third Practice Session 11:30 - 12:30
Formula 1 Qualifying Session 15:00 - 16:00
Sunday (race day)
Formula 1 Grand Prix 14:00 - 16:00
Support series practice, qualifying and races, often including Ferrari Challenge Japan & Porsche Carrera Cup Japan take place on all three days.
All times are local times in Japanese.
The full schedule is usually published on formula1.com about four weeks before the Grand Prix.
How long should I allow for the trip to the Japanese Grand Prix?
For a complete Japanese Grand Prix experience, ideally set aside three days, from Friday to Sunday. This time frame covers everything from practice and qualifying to the main race. But if time is limited or you're mainly interested in the race, just attending on Sunday is perfectly viable.
What is the weather like at the Japanese Grand Prix?
Average daytime temperatures in Suzuka during April usually range from 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F). Mornings and evenings can be cooler, so it's wise to dress in layers.
April can have some rainfall, as it's part of the spring season in Japan. While not usually excessive, it's a good idea to bring rain gear just in case of showers.
April can have some rainfall, as it's part of the spring season in Japan. While not usually excessive, it's a good idea to bring rain gear just in case of showers.
Can I book a Japanese Grand Prix trip as a gift for someone?
Thinking of gifting someone a Grand Prix experience? Every year we help people plan a Grand Prix trip for someone else. If you’re not an F1 fan yourself but want to give someone the gift of going to see a live Grand Prix we can guide you through the process.
Is my money safe when I book my Japanese Grand Prix trip with you and are you ATOL protected?
As a fully licensed travel agency and tour operator, we provide complete financial protection under the ATOL protection scheme and are insured by the Travel Trust Association. You can book with confidence, knowing every aspect of your trip is secure.
Why should I book my Japanese Grand Prix trip with you?
Our commitment to your Grand Prix experience extends beyond bookings. We meticulously manage all travel details, including document and ticket organisation, hotel confirmations, transfers, and flight arrangements. Our goal is for you to relax and immerse yourself in the thrill of live Formula 1.
