Hakone Tour
Private Sightseeing to Hakone
9 hours/Itinerary
Our Journey
Our Most selling itinerary of One-Day Hakone Tour (9h). We organize each tour based on our customers’ interests and preferences, weather, and season. Please feel free to let us know what you like, and we will customize a tour plan just for you!
Guide Line
Discover the beauty and tranquility of Japan’s volcanic wonderland on a Hakone Tour.
Enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Fuji, relax in soothing hot springs, and experience the region’s famous attractions — from a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi to the Hakone Ropeway’s breathtaking vistas.
Perfect for nature lovers, culture seekers, and anyone wanting a peaceful escape from Tokyo.
Embark on a captivating Hakone Tour, where nature, art, and tradition blend seamlessly. Just a short journey from Tokyo, Hakone offers a refreshing retreat with stunning mountain scenery, geothermal hot springs, and unique cultural landmarks.
Your tour may include a picturesque boat ride across Lake Ashi, offering views of Mt. Fuji on clear days, and an exhilarating ride on the Hakone Ropeway, gliding over volcanic valleys and sulfur vents. Explore the Owakudani Valley, famous for its “black eggs” boiled in natural hot springs, and visit the Hakone Shrine, nestled peacefully by the lake’s edge.
With options to visit the Hakone Open-Air Museum or unwind in a traditional onsen, this tour provides the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and cultural discovery — all within the scenic heart of Japan’s Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Inclusions
Private transportation
Commercial Driving permit holder drivers
Green number plates Vehicles
English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
Exclusions
Lunch
Ticket for any activity (ropeway, cruise etc) Entry to any place where tickets required.
People with mobility impairments
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Cash
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Food in the vehicle
Know before you go
- The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- Smoking and eating are not allowed in the vehicle.
About this Activity
Free cancellation
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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Japanese
Pickup included
We provide pickup from customer's hotels. Pick up location Tokyo 23 wards is Included. Due to Traffic we can be 30 Minutes Late. For Airports Narita (25000Jpy) Haneda 7000JPY, Ports, Chiba 15000JPY, Kawasaki 20000JPY, and Yokohama 20000JPY Pickup additional charges will apply.
Wheelchair accessible
Private group
Pick up – 8:30 am from Tokyo Hotel
We will pick you up from your Tokyo Hotel at 8:30 am .
Note:
“30 min could be delay due to traffic no refund and review could be accepted.”
Hakone Shrine
This beautiful Shinto shrine, set on the shores of Lake Ashi and backed by lush forests and Mount Hakone, is one of the most iconic spots in Hakone. Known for its peaceful atmosphere and the famous red torii gate that stands in the lake, it’s a great place for visitors to enjoy traditional Japanese architecture, serene walks, and stunning views of the surrounding area.
Hakone Open-Air Museum
The Hakone Open-Air Museum is Japan’s first outdoor museum, located in the scenic hills of Hakone. This museum is known for its impressive blend of art and nature, featuring large-scale sculptures, installations, and art pieces spread across beautifully landscaped grounds with views of the surrounding mountains.
Hakone Owakudani
Owakudani is a popular and dynamic volcanic valley located in Hakone, Japan. Formed around 3,000 years ago during the last eruption of Mount Hakone, it is known for its active geothermal activity, with steam vents and bubbling hot springs scattered across the landscape. Visitors to Owakudani can witness the valley’s striking scenery, characterized by rugged terrain and a distinct sulfuric smell that permeates the air.
One of the unique attractions in Owakudani is the “black eggs” (Kuro-tamago), which are regular eggs boiled in the natural hot springs, turning their shells black due to the sulfur in the water. Local legend says that eating one of these eggs can add seven years to your life.
Lake Ashi Pirate cruise
The Lake Ashi Pirate Cruise is a unique and scenic boat tour on Lake Ashi, a picturesque lake located in Hakone, Japan. The cruise is conducted on large, ornately decorated pirate ships, which are designed to resemble 17th-century European vessels.
Drop off at 5:30 pm
We will start moving back to Tokyo around 4:00 pm. If you want to drop off at other location please do let us know in advance.
FAQ's
The tours start and end when the driver picks you up from your accommodation in Tokyo and drops you off at the end of the day. In the case of your accommodation being outside of Tokyo 23 Wards, your tour will start and end when the driver departs and arrives in Tokyo at the end of the day.
No pets are allowed.
The price include toll fees, gas, parking lot fees, tax, etc. It doesn’t include fees for such as: lunch/food/beverage, entrance fee of tourist spots, fee of boats/cable cars, etc.
Yes, The extension fee is 3,500 yen/30 minutes.
There will be no refunds in case the tour finishes early. If the tour will finish earlier due to accidents, Bad weather, natural disasters, sudden sickness, etc., please contact us and we can discuss about it.
As it’s a little far from the central area of Tokyo, it is highly recommended that you book a “9h One-Day Tour” to visit the Hakone area. For boarding the Shinkansen, it is possible to conclude the tour at Odawara Station or local hotels in the Fuji/Hakone area. However, please note that the round-trip travel time to Tokyo, totalling three hours, will be deducted from the overall tour duration.
Client Testimonials
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Posted on Armen GharibianTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pettri was an awesome tour guide. He knew the best spots off the beaten path. He also was able to take us to local vendors which I appreciated greatly. A+Posted on Harriet ChenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mt.fuji day tour was an unforgettable experience for me and my family today! Our private tour guy, Zia was really helpful and amazing from explaining our journey from the beginning to giving us hopefully thoughts about seeing Mt.Fuji! I truly appreciate every bit of this tour as it gave me a great experience to see Mt.Fuji for all different angles and also capturing the autumn leaves of Japan! And also accommodating the places we wanted to also see and capture like the iconic Lawson market Mt.Fuji IG view. And had a wonderful traditional Japanese lunch overlooking Lake Kawaguchi, and then ended the day with an ice cream and a flower/ autumn garden walk before heading back to Tokyo. Thank you Zia for an amazing day trip!Posted on Nisha RKTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic trip. So much fun and such a good relaxed pace. We were taken to many wonderful spots during the trip, and also enjoyed gorgeous fall colors. The speedboat ride in the end really rounded it up well also for us. Petteri was an amazing guide and we really enjoyed his knowledge and company!Posted on Michael McCarthyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful day out on our Mt Fuji tour with Live Nippon. Petteri, our guide, was friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining throughout the day. The weather was amazing with clear blue skies and excellent visibility. We stopped at these locations: - Arakura Fuji Sengen shrine, 398 "Sakuya" steps, Chureito pagoda We got there relatively early and the crowds were light. Amazing views of Mt. Fuji. Great spot for photos. Had some beers and kombucha from @il_st_bibitone. - Open Air Market Fuji no Mise for grapes Definitely worth a visit. Expensive by European standards, but fresh and delicious. -We did a Lake Kawaguchi speed boat ride w/ Fujimimarin. This was great fun and very reasonably priced. Then Petteri took us to a Mexican food van for some excellent tacos and quesadillas. We also did some souvenir shopping. - Finally we went to the green lake at Saiko Nemba Hama. A truly beautiful and peaceful spot to end the day before the trip back to Tokyo. Would definitely recommend the experience.Posted on Mark CanadaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience with Maz. Tailored the trip through some variable weather and maximized the opportunities around Mount Fuji. Knew where to get the best views for photos to remember the experience and made a great recommendation for a lunch stop. Highly recommend this tour.Posted on Wendy KellnerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful experience and highly recommend Petteri for a day trip to any Fuji and surrounding areas. We made it to Station 5 at Mt Fuji and stopped at 8 other locations on the way there and back. One stop was a boat ride to view Mt Fuji. A very fun experience. Petteri was flexible, making a random stop along the highway when we spotted an incredible grove of trees at peak colors. Overall a great day.Posted on Miguel MayoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did book a day trip from Tokyo to the Mt Fuji area. Pick up and return was from our hotel, which was very convenient. Our guide Haseeb was outstanding. Different people look for different qualities in a guide, but for us he was perfect. He did engage when we asked any question and did clearly explain the stops we were making and the time we had for each stop and the alternative activities given the time budgeted. He was well informed and patient. Haseeb did help us access all the different activities, coming with us to the entrance of each of them, as well as providing an overview when we got there of what was so special about each of them. It would be useful if the webpage explained the stops a bit clearer. There is time for about 4 stops. In our case: the 8 ponds village, the Kawaguchiko lake (would definitely recommend the speedboat experience for 10K JPY, on a clear dy the views of Mt Fuji from the center of the lake are amazing), a garden on the opposite side of the lake and the Chureito Pagoda. The day from pickup to dropoff should be about 10 hours, with 2 to 3 hours each way for the commute to the Mt Fuji area and back.Posted on Dayan BarbozaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Una hermosa experiencia! Nuestro guía Dan fue extraordinario, muy amable, profesional, divertido y cortés. Hizo que nuestro día fuese maravilloso y único, definitivamente lo recomiendo al 100%. Y lo volvería a contratar. Personas como el hacen que queramos volver a Japón en el futuroPosted on Barbara JoeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Another day with Bajwa. So nice to be picked up close to our door with all our luggage. Stopped at Akihabara area, drove around the Imperial Palace, then stopped at fish market for local lunch before getting to Narita airport on time. Thank you for a relaxing fun way to end our trip.Posted on Erika WolfeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a fantastic tour of Mt. Fuji and the surrounding area with our guide Dan. From picking us up at the hotel and prioritizing the sites we wanted to see, we felt like he went above and beyond to accommodate our group. We were lucky to have perfect weather and clear skies, so we got to see incredible views of the mountain at each stop. Dan was kind, friendly, and made our experience one to remember! We absolutely recommend taking this tour — it was a highlight of our trip!