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 K MTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patteri was a great tour conductor. He is very customer centric. He optimizes our trip (group of 7 people) with a limited time. We stopped at these locations: - Dangozaka SA for breakfast - Oshino Hakkai, 8 oceans - Kamiyoshidahigashi fields - Lake Kawaguchi speed boat ride w/ Fujimimarin, shopping - Fuji Yurari Onsen - Shop Yamamomo for fruits We enjoyed Lake Kawaguchi speed boat ride and Fuji Yurari Onsen so much. We bought fresh and juicy fruits with reasonable prices from Yamamoto fruits. We highly recommend a private tour with Patteri. He can give you a good suggestions based on your needs.Posted on Sporty TwinzTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mr. Maz made our Mount Fuji trip exceptional. He is a superb driver—safe, punctual, and knowledgeable. His insights into the area's history and culture enriched the experience immensely. What truly stood out was his friendly, patient, and accommodating nature. He knew all the best photo spots and ensured we had a relaxed, memorable day. We highly recommend him for a seamless and wonderful tour!Posted on YoavTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks so much for live nippon and specially thanks to maz that made our private tour amazing pleasant funny tasty comfy and made us photos of a professional photographer ... highly recommended and specially maz 11 out of 10Posted on S PTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Maz today for our private Mt Fuji tour. He was super knowledgeable, flexible, helpfull and patient. He customized our tour to best fit our needs. The van was very comfortable and clean. Maz and Live Nipon were informative, great to work with and worry free, would use them again for sure.Posted on Joseph SilverstoneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great tour. Bethery was excellentPosted on Samantha RuskinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We really enjoyed our tour with Haan! We got really lucky with beautiful views of Mt Fuji, we did the speedboat which was amazing! Haan had great recommendations and we also really enjoyed our lunch and the village.Posted on Majid BashirTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. That was a wonderful day with highly knowledgeable and cheerful Petteri who guided us to build up lifelong memories especially speed boating in lake kawaguchi in a highly organized manner as a single day trip to mt Fuji and Hakone. Hats off to Petteri 👏Posted on Jim LomaxTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful day trip to the Mt Fuji area thanks to our tour guide Sam. He was so flexible, knowledgeable and personable. He went out of his way to make our day very memorable and we truly appreciated his effort!Posted on Alicia GallagherTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our group of eight (ages 20–70) had an outstanding experience with our guide Petteri. He picked us up on time and checked in before and after the tour to make sure everything went smoothly. Throughout the day, he kept a great pulse on the group, made sure everyone was comfortable, and took wonderful photos for us. He brought us to hidden spots with beautiful views away from the crowds and gave excellent recommendations on what to eat and what to do. Everything he suggested was perfect. Thanks to him, we even took a boat ride with Mount Fuji in the background, which ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The van was clean, comfortable, and made traveling from Tokyo easy and stress-free. We were able to enjoy the day without worrying about directions or logistics. Overall, he was professional, friendly, flexible, and truly made the experience memorable. We highly recommend him and this tour to anyone visiting Mount Fuji.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+