Private Tour
Hakone 6 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Join us to visit the beautiful mountain resort town of Hakone. Nestled in the mountains, Hakone is a place of natural and artistic wonders. Visit Owakudani to see the ever-rising sulfurous gasses from the active volcano that provides heat to the many hot springs nearby. Try the area’s famous black boiled eggs; turned black and infused with the minerals from the spring. Ride the rope way down the mountain to Lake Ashinoko for a beautiful view of Mount Fuji. Sail across the lake to visit the Torii gate by Kuzuryu shrine to the area’s 9 headed dragon deity. If you are an art fan, try visiting one of the many art museums in Hakone.
Once you have made your reservation, your tour guide will be in touch with you to plan your personalized tour. Please pick between 3 – 4 place to visit. We hope to guide you soon!
Please be aware that Hakone is a mountainous region. If you find walking difficult, please see ‘pick up details’ for private vehicle information.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Hakone
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3 to 4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private Vehicle
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Hakone Freepass
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Lake Ashinoko
Lake Ashinoko (芦ノ湖, Ashinoko) was formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the volcano's last eruption 3000 years ago. Today, the lake with Mount Fuji in the background is the symbol of Hakone. The lake's shores are mostly undeveloped except for small towns in the east and north and a couple of lakeside resort hotels. The best views of the lake in combination with Mount Fuji can be enjoyed from Moto-Hakone (a few steps south from the sightseeing boat pier), from the Hakone Detached Palace Garden and from the sightseeing boats cruising the lake.
Hakone Shrine
Hakone-jinja Shrine is a tranquil place of worship with a history stretching back more than 12 centuries. Its buildings have been destroyed by fire and rebuilt several times, yet the shrine and surrounding forest retain an atmosphere of both peace and mystery.
Options
Hakone 6 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Pickup included
Reviews
206 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This tour is an excellent...
Cecilia P,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is an excellent way to see much of Hakone’s sites with a great guide to explain what you are looking at. Our guide was friendly, professional and eager for us to enjoy ourselves.
Majestic and mesmerizing
Jegadisan S,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hakone is truly beautiful. From the shrine, to the lake, Mount Fuji and Owakudani. Truly a sight to behold. The raw natural beauty is breathtaking. Yoshi was a great guide that explained all the various elements and their significance.
Yoshii was the best!
Thomas B,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Yoshii was amazing!! He took us all around Hakone. To the open air museum, up the ropeway, to enjoy some black eggs and more. He was so kind and knowledgeable about Japan’s rich history. We hit some travel delays during our way back to the Shinkansen and Yoshii helped us move our reservations to a later time, helped us with our luggage, and dealt with the logistics of getting our luggage at our hotel.
Trouble understanding the guide in English
Norma A,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Our guide was very friendly and guided us properly. The problem is that his English was not fluent and we had trouble communicating with him. I knew a lot about the history of Japan but the problem was the language.
Hakone tour
GlobeTrotting155867,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ichiro was a fantastic guide who was very flexible to ensure we had a bespoke tour. We planned ahead and on the day it went very smoothly. Ichiro was very knowledgeable, kind and looked after us well- we highly recommend him!
Excellent tour with Kate
Greg K,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent guide, Kate for our 6 hour private tour. Hakone is a brilliant place to visit and Kate took us to all of the main spots, using all forms of transport. Kate had the tour very well planned out and spoke very good English. Hint - she likes ice cream!
Superb must see
Manohar S,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very scenic and beautiful trip... Mr Toshi San was a very well educated and friendly guide... he took us to all the most beautiful and scenic places.. he also was very helpful person and made sure we had a good vegetarian lunch
Awesome experience with Hiro!
T2881ZYsteves,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hiro was a great guide for Hakone. We had a wonderful experience in a jam packed day. He easily navigated the luggage carry service, buses, best views of Mt Fuji, gondola (rope way), boat, funicular (cable car) and identified a great lunch spot. He told us about the history of Hakone and other great stories along the way. I highly recommend Hiro as a great guide!
Amazing Tour of Hakone!
Steven S,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great tour guide, Hiro. He made a jam packed day efficient and fun. He also used wait times to tell us interesting stories about the history of Hakone and took us to a great spot for lunch. It is not easy navigating luggage shipping, Hakone buses, boat, gondola, funicular so I definitely recommend a guide!
Hakone Day!
744annad,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Toru Hugaki was our wonderful and patient guide. He was extremely punctual, patient, friendly and answered all of our questions. Showed us all around Hakone expertly guided us through the maze of transportation and gave us plenty of information on the sites and even food recommendations in Tokyo where he leads tours as well. Highly recommend!
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