Mt. Fuji and Hakone Private Day Tour by Bullet Train and Car
Description
Tiered Pricing 32,000 JPY per person — Group of 5 37,000 JPY per person — Group of 4 45,000 JPY per person — Group of 3 55,000 JPY per person — Group of 2 98,000 JPY per person — Solo traveler (1 person) 10,000 JPY per child (ages 6–11) 5,000 JPY per infant (ages 0-5) The vehicle used will vary depending on the group size. Looking for a private tour to Mt. Fuji with a chance to experience Japan’s iconic Bullet Train, the Shinkansen? This tour is perfect for you. Your licensed, English-speaking guide will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in Tokyo, making the day smooth and stress-free. Enjoy an exciting Bullet Train ride before switching to a private rental car in Hakone, where your guide will drive you through scenic mountain roads to Lake Ashi and even up toward Mt. Fuji, depending on the season. This carefully curated private tour promises an unforgettable experience, combining high-speed rail, breathtaking scenery, and the natural beauty that makes Japan so special.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The tour guide will pick you up from most hotels in central Tokyo. If your hotel is not on the list, please let us know—we may still be able to arrange a convenient pick-up. After meeting your guide, you’ll take a subway or local train to Tokyo Station, where the real excitement begins. From there, hop aboard Japan’s legendary Shinkansen—better known as the Bullet Train. Settle into your seat and enjoy an incredibly smooth, comfortable ride as the train speeds through the landscape at breathtaking speed. In just about 35 minutes, you’ll arrive at Odawara Station, turning travel time into a thrilling experience you’ll never forget.
After arriving at Odawara Station, your guide will arrange a rental car near the station to serve as your private transportation for the rest of the tour. Please note that under current Japanese law, only National Licensed Guide Interpreters (Zenkoku Tsuyaku Annaishi) are permitted to accompany foreign guests in private or rental cars. The only exceptions are taxis or registered commercial vehicles with green license plates, which are operated by drivers holding a commercial (Type 2) driver’s license.
Hakone Shrine is the oldest and most important Shinto shrine in the region. Its main hall stands solemnly amid an ancient cedar forest. The shrine’s iconic red torii gate, located along the lakeshore, is one of the most famous and photographed spots in Japan.
We will enjoy a pleasant drive toward Japan’s highest mountain, Mt. Fuji. From the end of May through the end of October excluding July and August, we will visit Mt. Fuji’s 2nd Station, located at an elevation of approximately 1,200 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy fresh mountain air and stunning views. During the winter season and the climbing season (July, August, and early September), we will instead visit alternative scenic spots such as Gotemba Peace Park or Lake Yamanaka, both offering beautiful nature and excellent views of Mt. Fuji.
Upon request, your guide can arrange a stop for a traditional Japanese lunch at a local restaurant in Gotemba. Enjoy a delicious and authentic Japanese meal made with fresh, local ingredients. Vegetarian options are available. (Lunch is optional.)
On your way back to Odawara Station, your guide will drive you up to Daikanzan Observatory, one of the best viewing spots in Hakone. From this scenic lookout, you’ll enjoy a magnificent, breathtaking panorama of Hakone and Mt. Fuji. It’s a perfect place to take stunning photos and create unforgettable memories.
After the guide returns the rental car, we will take the Bullet Train back to Tokyo. Since Odawara Station is a local Shinkansen stop, you’ll have the chance to watch the Nozomi Shinkansen race past on the passing track at astonishing speed—an unforgettable sight that truly shows the power of Japan’s rail technology. After witnessing the Nozomi flash by, sit back and relax as we enjoy a comfortable 40-minute Bullet Train ride back to Tokyo Station.
After arriving at Tokyo Station, your guide will take you back to your hotel or the original pick-up location from the morning by subway or train. Your amazing one-day private tour concludes at your hotel. We hope you truly enjoyed the experience!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will inform you of the exact meeting spot at the hotel you choose as your meeting point. Please arrive at the meeting spot 5 minutes before the tour begins.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If your hotel is situated outside our designated pick-up range and alternative transportation, such as a subway, is not feasible, guests are responsible for covering the fare. This includes the cost for both the guide's transportation to the first destination and from the last destination back to your hotel.
- Due to weather condition or other operational reasons, the itinerary may be subject to change or certain visits may be omitted or substituted. Even in such circumstances, the tour may not be canceled, and the tour fare will not be refunded.
Reviews(2)
This was a great experience. The guide was helpful and made every stop fun.
Thank you very much for joining our Mt. Fuji and Hakone Private Day Tour and for sharing your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience and enjoyed the tour. It is wonderful to know that your guide was helpful and made each stop enjoyable and memorable for you. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and will certainly encourage our team. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another tour in Japan in the future.
Our fabulous guide picked us up from the lobby of our hotel in Tokyo and flawlessly navigated us to the Shinkansen - skipping a 2 hour ride in traffic. Disembarking at Odawara we jumped into a comfortable van to begin full day of amazing parks, shrines, lakes and unbelievable views of Mt. Fuji. Our tour guide Yoshi went above and beyond to accommodate us and to make our day unforgettable!
Thank you very much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed our Mt. Fuji and Hakone private day tour, from enjoying a smooth Shinkansen transfer to exploring beautiful parks, shrines, and lakes with breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. Yoshi is delighted to have been able to help make your day memorable. This tour is designed to provide a seamless and fulfilling experience in just one day, and we’re thrilled it could offer such a special experience. We look forward to welcoming you again for another adventure in Japan!
