Private Hakone Tour - View of Mt. Fuji, Nature and Culture

Overview

Hakone is a beautiful mountainous area in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu-National Park. Just a half hour away from Tokyo by bullet train, a day tour out to Hakone is a must do. Famous for it’s hot springs, scenic crater lake (Lake Ashi) and it’s breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji, Hakone is completely surrounded by Japan’s beautiful nature. This full-day Hakone tour is a carefully curated mix of history, culture, nature, and fun activities. This private tour includes a bullet train from Tokyo to Odawara and back, a visit to the ancient Hakone Shrine, a boat ride across Lake Ashi, a cable car up the volcanic Mt. Hakone, black eggs at the sulfurous fields of Owakudani, and a visit to the Hakone Open Air Museum or a traditional Japanese Onsen. In addition, you will stroll along the Old Cedar Avenue - built in the early 17th century it is one of Japan's oldest roads, and shop for authentic souvenirs at the hot spring town of Hakone Yumoto.

What's included

• ✓All bus rides at Hakone
• ✓Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Ashi
• ✓Hakonetozan Cable Car
• ✓Hakone Ropeway
• ✓Legendary Black Eggs at Owakudani
• ✓Bullet train ride to and from Tokyo to Odawara Station in Hakone
• ✓Private tour - no one else will join you
• ✓All Fees and Taxes
• ✓Hakone Open Air Museum or Onsen entrance
• ✓Professional Tour Guide

• ✕Any additional food other than the legendary black eggs
• ✕Drinks
• ✕Gratuities are not included and are optional

What you'll do

1. 1

   Your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby between 7.30 AM and 8.30 AM (depending on your hotel's location). You will travel to either Shinagawa or Tokyo Station by subway or taxi if you prefer. Transport costs to the station in Tokyo are payable by yourself.

   ⏱ 15 min
2. 2

   Arrive at Odawara Station in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park by Shinkansen (bullet train)

3. 3

   Transfer to Hakone Yumoto hot spring town by local train.

   ⏱ 30 min
4. 4

   Visit the magnificent Hakone Shrine dating back to 1667 and famed for its Torii gate in the water. Learn about the history of Hakone Shrine and Japan's indigenous religion of Shintoism. Then take a stroll along one of the few remaining sections of the old Tokaido road, constructed in the early 17th century. Walk along the exact same route that travelers did hundreds of years ago.

   ⏱ 1 hour
5. 5

   Board a sightseeing cruise across the great Lake Ashi and soak in the breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji from the water (weather-dependent).

   ⏱ 25 min
6. 6

   Hop on the Hakone Ropeway to travel up Mt. Hakone where you will see Mt Fuji from another vantage point (weather dependent).

   ⏱ 10 min

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Can walk approximately 12KM
• Must be able to walk up and down stairs (Hakone Shrine) along uneven grounds (Nature trail), and on slopes (Train station)
• This tour requires you to be able to walk unaided. You will need to be able to walk about 9 to 12 km over the course of the day. You will also need to be able to get yourself on and off buses.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.