Mt Fuji Hidden Gem & Gotemba Premium Outlets with Local Driver
Description
Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts. As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Mt. Fuji, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest. Enjoy a full-day private tour to Mt. Fuji and Gotemba Outlet with your own guide and driver, for a stress-free and personalized experience. Begin at Arakurayama Sengen Shrine with the iconic Chureito Pagoda, offering breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, then wander through a charming traditional village and explore the mysterious Aokigahara Forest, home to hidden lava caves. Experience Japan’s spiritual heritage at ancient shrines and scenic spots, and enjoy lunch by the tranquil Lake Kawaguchi. Conclude your day with shopping at Gotemba Outlet, one of Japan’s largest outlet malls with 290 stores.
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Itinerary
The biggest outlet shopping mall in Japan with over 270 shops. Please tell us how long you would like to spend on your shopping.
Take the panoramic shot of Mt. Fuji with the Chureito Pagoda ( 5 storied pagoda) at Arakura Sengen Shrine.
Sengen Shrine enshrining the goddess of Fire, the symbol of Mt. Fuji
Watch a video to learn visually about Mt. Fuji and know the rituals of the region. (20 to 60mn)
Get on a ropeway and enjoy the panoramic view of Mt.Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi, and Fuji Yoshida City. 30 to 90 minutes, the time will depend on the queue of the day.
Find regional crafts, souvenirs and enjoy some of the best ice cream and sorbets made with the local fruits in a relaxing space. (20 to 90mn)
Enjoy the over 90 different flowers throughout the 4 seasons. Well known for its lavender. (20 to 90mn)
Enjoy the exciting Ninja show and become yourself as a ninja. (30 to 90mn)
Oshino Hakkai
The most visited and main Shrine in the northern part of Mt. Fuji protecting its region also known as the first step of the Mt. Fuji ascension. (30 to 60mn)
2300m high on Mt. Fuji closest point you can go up with a car. To go to the 5th station we need to ask you to pay the toll fee of 2100 yen on the spot. This activity usually requires about 2 hours. Please note that access to the 5th station is closed from July to mid-September due to the climbing season for the climbers and also in the winter season.
The most visited lake out of the 5 lakes of Mt. Fuji
From spring to fall, enjoy seasonal flowers in a 30ha (74 acres) garden. You can enjoy Diamond Fuji (sunset on top of Mt. Fuji) in winter. (20 to 60mn)
Adventure in the cave in the Aokigahara forest. (15 to 30mn)
Adventure in the cave in the Aokigahara forest.(15 to 30mn)
One of the five lakes of Mt. Fuji, known as the maiden lake.
Hiking in the relaxing sea of forest.
The biggest lake out of the five lakes of Mt. Fuji
Enjoy snow and ski on Mt. Fuji. Easy course for beginners, rental outfits ski, snowboard, and sleds are available. (1 to 2 hours depending on your requests)
Enjoy snow and ski on Mt. Fuji. Easy course for beginners, rental outfits ski, snowboard, and sleds are available. (1 to 2 hours depending on your requests)
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary on the What to Expect is a list, please select around 4 to 6 sites.
- You can ask our guide for advice and suggestions after booking.
- Please advise for any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking, vegetarian option is available.
- The tour will not be cancelled or refunded even if some spots are not fully visible due to weather conditions. The activity schedule is subject to change/cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The price remains the same with or without the vehicle.
Reviews(44)
Sumiko and Tak were AWESOME! They both made our first trip to Japan memorable. It was a cloudy day that made it impossible to see Mt. Fuji, but we had a great time! They both were hospitable, knowledgeable, personable, accommodating, and just pleasant to spend a full day sightseeing in Japan. THANK YOU!!! We will definitely be back to Japan!
Thank you very much for your kind message. Although the weather wasn't the best, I'm glad we were still able to have a fun day together and enjoy some delicious local food. It was a pleasure showing you around the area! Sumiko and Tak
We had a wonderful time with our travel guide Sumiko. She sent us a letter to the hotel upon arrival which was very welcoming with an itinerary for the day. Sumiko knew the short cuts to avoid the long lines & stopped at places to take the best pictures. Thank you so much for making it the best day with my family. Catherine
Thank you so much, Catherine! I’m so glad you enjoyed the “shortcut tour” 😊 . It was such a pleasure spending the day with you and your lovely family! Sumiko Tashiro
Wonderful tour on a day with variable weather. Early start allowed us to beat the cherry blossom crowds and get on the cable car for Mt Fuji viewing. Shun was very knowledgable and tailored the trip to our wishes. We were not so sure about the outlet mall but really enjoyed our time there. Great lunch at a small town restaurant on the way. Fujisan shrine was stunning
Thank you very much for the review. It was a wonderful time with you. We were very lucky to see a beautiful Mt. Fuji using time in the morning and I was glad the you enjoyed the cave and shopping too. I hope you have a good time in Japan! Shun
Very dedicated tour, Elina our guide was an excellent host, had a lot of patience and was very committed. We enjoy each detail, and we thank that this tour could adapt to the weather and our group necessities.
Dear Signor Villacorta, Thank you very much for your kind review!!! I was very pleased to meet you all 7 and interact with each one of you; you all have very different personalities but really form a fun, excellent team and I wish you many other exciting trips together !!! More than anything, I wish you a HAPPY WEDDING and all BEST LOVE CAN OFFER !!! CONGRATULATIONS; OMEDETO; FELICIATIONES ✨✨✨ Elina
Mazda was an absolutely wonderful tour guide! He was very enthusiastic throughout the tour and extremely knowledgeable about Mount Fuji. He was accommodating with our changes in itinerary and patient with us while we shopped at the Gotemba outlets. We would highly recommend him to other people for this tour and especially for families with young children.
Thank you so much for joining the GOTEMBA and MT FUJI tour, I am so sorry that we have faced heavy traffic jams. But I would like to tell you that you are lucky enough to take beautiful photos of MT FUJI. I hope yo will visit MT FUJI area again and enjoy more exciting spots around 5 FUJI lakes area in the near future! Please contact us for the next Japan tour and we will make any tours as per your request accordingly. See you again. Mazda
Wonderful day of luxury vehicle touring from Tokyo to Mt Fuji. I’m so glad we booked this tour because it was a highlight. Our guide Ken was patient attentive kind and knowledgeable. We had a wonderful clear day to view Mt Fuji and take beautiful photos that will be cherished. We spent a long time at the outlets shopping which was to my request so we probably could have done more sightseeing but this was my preference (love to shop) I travelled alone with three kids 9,11,14 and we all felt safe, happy and engaged the whole day. Thank you to Ken and the wonderful driver who took care of us all day as if we were family ❤️
taiji was a good guide and speak English very well. His such a friendly driver and like to find good restaurant for us. I hope and meet him again.
The tour felt sureal! Taiji was able to change and shift our trip to Match how we wanted to experience japan. He was calm, collected, informed, and very very nice the entire tour. It never felt like we were rushing through the tour or just going to tourists trap spots, going on a tour with him felt like meeting a family member or friend who knew the area and was just excited to show you around which made the experience all the better. Overall the experience with him was one of the best I've ever had!
Very great tour, very flexible to suit our needs with a very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide who gave us an insightful experience.
Thank you for your comment. Although we missed the view of the mountain itself due to the weather, I hope you enjoyed experiencing and knowing the surroundings of the area and enjoyed the authentic local food. I was quite amazed that some of you found super bargain Nike at the mall. Please enjoy your stay in Osaka and Okinawa and hope to see you again on your next trip. Thank you.
Driver and guide very nice and trying hard to make our tour very meaningful. We do not have a lot if time but very much enjoyed it