Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region
5.0(4)Tokyo11 hours
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At a glance
Duration
11 hours
Price from
$189 / person
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Meeting point
The tour will begin at 08:00am outside of Shinjuku station where you will meet your tour guide. You will meet outside of Shinjuku station’s SOUTH GATE by the "Green Window" ticket office (midori no madoguchi). Once everybody has arrived, you will officially start the tour!
Description
Please note that this tour does not use a private vehicle and uses public transport. This tour involves several hours of walking in the outdoors.
Experience nature, the lush mountainous landscape and Japan’s most famous and iconic landmarks during your trip to Japan on this day trip from Tokyo! This tour has been designed so customers can experience one of Japan’s most popular and beautiful areas in one day, Hakone. The tour will provide customers with the opportunity to visit all of Hakone’s top attractions. If you love nature and spending time outdoors, this tour is for you!
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sun
Start times
8:00 AM
Next available
Mon, Nov 2
Adult (ages 13+)
$189
Child (ages 6–12)
$97
Infant (ages 0–5)
Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region
Itinerary
Admission included180 min
Your tour will begin travelling from Shinjuku station in Tokyo where your tour guide will greet you and pick you up. Once everybody has arrived, we will board the train together and head for Hakone!
Sounzan
Admission included120 min
Once we arrive in Hakone, we will board the local Tozan train to the Tozan Cable Car at Gora to Sounzan station. Sit back and enjoy the impressive views of the luscious greenery that surrounds you on this picturesque journey!
From Sounzan station, we will board the next available Hakone Ropeway for 15 minutes. We will take a stop at a famous volcanic valley known as Hell Valley! Here you can enjoy some free time to explore the amazing landscape, take photos and do some souvenir shopping! You will also have your lunch break here.
Lake Ashinoko
Admission included120 min
We will board the Hakone Ropeway again for approximately 30 minutes. We will ride to the end of the line at Togendai station, Lake Ashinoko.
Your next destination will be Lake Ashinoko and a one way boat cruise across the lake on the famous pirate ship! The cruise will take approximately 40 minutes.
Once we arrive at Lake Ashinoko’s port, your next destination will be Hakone Shrine and Torii gate. We will take a short walk of approximately 5 minutes to reach it.
Narukawa Art Museum
Admission included240 min
Your final destination will be a famous art museum where you can enjoy Japanese art and the Museum’s impressive panoramic lounge overlooking the lake, mountains, Torii gate and if you’re lucky, Mount Fuji!
After your visit to the famous museum. Its time to make your way back to Shinjuku Station. The estimated arrival time back would be around 18:45 ~ 19:00
What's included
Included
Hakone Tozan Cable Car and Hakone Ropeway one way ticket from Gora Station to Togendai Station
English speaking guide
Return train journey from Shinjuku to Hakone
Ashinoko Narukawa Art Museum admission
Lake Ashinoko boat cruise one way ticket
Not included
Trains and transport before and after the tour
Food and drink
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Tokyo
Starting price $189 is 24% above the typical $152 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,171 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region take?
Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region lasts about 11 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region cost?
Prices start at $189 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $97, adults from $189. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The tour will begin at 08:00am outside of Shinjuku station where you will meet your tour guide. You will meet outside of Shinjuku station’s SOUTH GATE by the "Green Window" ticket office (midori no madoguchi). Once everybody has arrived, you will officially start the tour! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Hakone Highlights Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.).
Reviews(4)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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H6473XSgizema
May 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A Wonderful and Family-Friendly Day Trip with Karina & Jeff
We had such a wonderful day trip with Karina and Jeff. They were incredibly kind, thoughtful, and helpful throughout the whole experience. Traveling with two kids can be challenging, but they went out of their way to support us — helping carry heavy bags, assisting with the stroller, and always making sure we were comfortable.
What we appreciated most was how respectful and understanding they were of our culture and family needs. Their patience and kindness made the trip so much easier and more enjoyable for all of us. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a caring and supportive experience!
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43zakariat
May 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Thank you
Amazing experience with Jeff and Karina were really patient with the kids helped us through everything thankful for the effort
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380richardi
May 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Japan Mountainous Region
Our tour was led by Jeff. His attention to serving us was first class. There was no issue that he did not leap to address and ensure the satisfaction of the tour group. I would highly recommend this tour and guide.
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Getaway315206
June 18, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Planes, Trains and Automobiles!
We had a fun day exploring the Hakone area with Jeff. He guided our family smoothly onto five different types of transportation. He was flexible and saved our trip by recovering my backpack left on one train. It was a hot day, but lots of cold drinks and tasty honeycomb soft serve helped!
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