Private Tour
Private Hakone Tour - View of Mt. Fuji, Nature and Culture
Overview
Available languages
11 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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.
What‘s Included
Hakone Ropeway
All bus rides at Hakone
Private tour - no one else will join you
Bullet train ride to and from Tokyo to Odawara Station in Hakone
All Fees and Taxes
Hakone Open Air Museum or Onsen entrance
Legendary Black Eggs at Owakudani
Hakonetozan Cable Car
Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Ashi
Professional Tour Guide
Any additional food other than the legendary black eggs
Drinks
Gratuities are not included and are optional
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Keikyu Tourist Information Center Shinagawa Station
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.
Odawara Station Tourist Information Center
Arrive at Odawara Station in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park by Shinkansen (bullet train)
Options
Private Hakone Tour - 11 hrs
Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best possible day out from Tokyo
alanj20182018,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a thoroughly enjoyable day out in Hakone and surrounds with personable Miko who was knowledgeable, superbly efficient and went out of her way to be helpful. Definitely the highlight of our short visit to Tokyo.
Beautiful temples. Lots...
Michael F,
Feb 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful temples. Lots of walking along well maintained areas. Without Yasu I would still be lost in the bowels of the subway. 😮😮
Fun way to see lots of sites with a great guide!
seanandmichellee,
Oct 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour and Yasu was so down to earth and fun. He knew a lot about the places we visited, he had little tricks to get us some great photos without having to stand in long lines, and one of our favorite parts of the day was actually sitting at lunch chatting! The tour itself offered some really fun ways to see some very interesting areas. Trains, cable cars, ropeway, and a really cool tour boat!
Hakone Trip with Paiva
lathamuralidhar,
Jun 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is our first time to Tokyo and Paiva was very friendly, helpful and informative. She got along well with my 2 children and was flexible in making the necessary arrangements to suit our needs. She is meticulous in her planning and genuine in her interaction and care for us. We enjoyed the experience to the Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, Okuwadani via Bullet train, ship. Ropeway and Cable Car. It was a memorable experience thanks to Paiva. ❤️
Hakone Tour
KristinaH1945,
Apr 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Paiva, was great. She guided us expertly around the subways and trains, including getting us seats. She answered all of our questions and was friendly and personable. Highly recommend this tour guide as she goes above and beyond.
Memories to Treasure for a lifetime
JoyCyprus,
Apr 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing day with our superb guide Paiva who looked after us so well all day from picking us up to dropping us off 11 hours later, she was very knowledgeable and aware of our needs at all times. It was the most magical day I had been worrying I would not be able to cope with all the walking steps etc., but I had no problem at all so don’t be put off.
Tour of Lake Ashi etc. - Hello Tokyo!
vegasrob,
Apr 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We traveled from Tokyo to Odawara Station by Shinkansen (bullet train). From there we transferred to Hakone Yumoto by local train and then boarded a taxi which took us directly to Hakone Shrine. Hakone Shrine We explored Hakone Shrine which dates back to 1667, discussed Shintoism, and learned about how this shrine is linked to the first Emperor of Japan. We took pictures by the torii gate in the water. Lake Ashi We took a boat across Lake Ashi, once believed to house the 9 headed dragon that caused steam eruptions by the nearby mountains. Hakone Ropeway We took a nice ropeway up towards Owakudani Owakudani We explored an active volcano and ate black eggs, adding 7 years to your life! Hakone Tozan Cable Car We rode on a cable car through the mountains. This special cable car system dates back to 1922. Hakone Open Air Museum We visited Japan’s first open-air museum which includes works from Henry Moore and Picasso and local Japanese artists Ryoji Goto (the black and red dancing people), and Takamichi Ito (the steel turning sticks) amongst others. Finally, we traveled back to Tokyo by Shinkansen.
Excellent tour and guide
Teresa W,
Oct 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terrific tour! Rohan was delightful and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our day! Highly recommend to all who are interested in Japan’s history, culture or nature.
Sid is the Best!!!
J1655XNsteveh,
Apr 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great day with our exceptional guide Sid! Thank you Sid! We enjoyed a full day exploring the history, nature, and cultural highlights of Hakone. Sid was so organized - the day was well planned, he communicated the plan very well, kept us up to date on each stage (ie prepped us for the next step at each stage), was very knowledgeable, gave expert food tips!, and was amazing with the kids (and big kids)! The tour itself is full of special surprises - views, history, culture, unique eats, art, etc etc. can’t recommend Sid highly enough!
Nice Hakone Tour with Nobuko
minshinl,
Aug 15, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My guide is Nobuko, she is very friendly and plan the whole journey for us. The weather caused us to change our points of destination from time to time, so she planned nicely and make our trip memorable.. Towards the end of our tour, she teached us basic Japanese language too👏
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