Mount Fuji and Hakone Tour with Shinkansen Trip

Overview

Depart from Tokyo for a full-day excursion to Mount Fuji and the Hakone region. The journey begins with a pick-up from designated hotels in Tokyo around 9:00 am, followed by a comfortable bus ride including a stop at a typical Japanese service area. The itinerary includes a visit to the highest accessible point of Mount Fuji, followed by a tour of Hakone. You will enjoy a ride on the Sky cable car and a cruise on the lake. A visit to the Owakudani Valley offers the chance to taste the famous black eggs. Depending on the chosen option, a Japanese lunch is included. The return to Tokyo is by high-speed train (Shinkansen), except for options that end at Odawara Station. Please note that to ensure a smooth journey and avoid extreme traffic, this activity is not operated on Saturdays or during peak periods.

Itinerary

1. Mt. Fuji 5th Station

   Our first destination is Mt. Fuji, the highest and most iconic mountain in Japan. Our goal is to reach the highest accessible point on the mountain. From late spring to late fall, we typically visit the 5th Station, located at an elevation of 2,300 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy magnificent views of Mt. Fuji. From late November to mid-May, however, the 5th Station is closed due to snow. In that case, we visit one of the following alternative spots: the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center, or the 1st, 2nd, or 4th Station.

   · 30 min· Admission included

2. Gotemba

   You are going to experience a unique and delectable Japanese-style lunch at a restaurant in Gotemba City. A vegetarian option is also available.

   · 40 min

3. Gotemba

   After enjoying lunch, we will make a short stop at a hidden local viewing spot of Mt. Fuji called Gotemba Heiwa Park (Peace Park). The park features many unique structures and monuments, as well as beautiful cherry trees. If you are lucky enough to visit during cherry blossom season, you will be amazed by breathtaking views of pink blossoms set against the backdrop of Mt. Fuji.

   · 20 min

4. Owakudani Kurotamago Kan

   Owakudani literally means "Great Boiling Valley," and it is a renowned volcanic valley known for its sulfur vents and black eggs, which are eggs cooked in hot spring water.

   · 20 min

5. Hakone Ropeway

   After enjoying our lunch, we will visit Hakone, one of the most famous hot spring resorts in Japan. Our first activity in Hakone is a scenic sky gondola ride. It is a one-way cable car ride that takes us to Owakudani Valley.

   · 15 min· Admission included

6. Lake Ashinoko

   Our final activity is a lake cruise on a stunning pirate ship! Let's enjoy a 30-minute boat ride that provides beautiful views of Lake Ashi, the iconic Torii Gate, surrounding mountains, and, of course, Mt. Fuji!

   · 30 min· Admission included

7. Odawara Station Tourist Information Center

   Our last stop is Odawara Station. Passengers taking a bus back to Tokyo will have a 10-minute break at the station. Passengers opting for the Bullet Train, or those with a Japan Rail Pass, will board the Bullet Train at the station. Your tour guide will provide information on how to return to your hotel after disembarking from the Bullet Train at Tokyo Station.

   · 10 min

8. Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba

   The bullet train ride from Odawara Station to Tokyo Station takes approximately 35 minutes, and you will arrive at Tokyo Station between 6:30 and 7:00 p.m. The tour ends at Tokyo Station. If you need any assistance, your guide will be happy to help you with directions for local trains or subways, or point out the nearest taxi stand.

   · 35 min· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup included.

Please note that the pick-up time for designated pick-up hotels may vary. We will provide the exact pick-up time and meeting spot for each hotel in the confirmation email.

What to know before you go

• Prams and pushchairs are permitted.
• Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
• Not recommended for travellers with spinal problems.
• Not recommended for pregnant women.
• Not recommended for travellers with cardiovascular problems.
• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• The tour involves outdoor walking and requires the use of stairs to access the restaurant.
• Schedules and durations may vary due to traffic or weather without refund.
• The cable car, Owakudani Valley, or lake cruise may be replaced by alternative sites due to operational reasons.
• If the road to Mount Fuji's 5th station is closed, the guide will go to the highest accessible point without refund.
• No special meals are available for food allergies or restrictions; please choose the option without lunch.
• No refunds are provided for travellers ending at Odawara Station if delays affect their train departure.
• Warm clothing and rain gear, including an umbrella, are recommended.
• Children up to 5 years old participate for free, but bus seats and lunch are not provided free of charge.
• Outdoor activities at Owakudani Valley are discouraged for those with allergic asthma, bronchial, respiratory, or heart conditions, and pacemaker users.
• Pick-up may be via taxi and may not include a guide.
• Hotel pick-up is available for bookings made more than one hour before the scheduled time.
• The group size is limited to 45 travellers.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before departure.

• No refund possible less than 24 hours before departure.
• This activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather.

Who is it for?

• Travellers wishing to discover Mount Fuji and Hakone in one day.
• Those wanting to experience the Shinkansen high-speed train.
• Families with young children (pushchairs accepted).
• English-speaking travellers (certified English guide).

What makes it different

• Pick-up included from designated hotels in Tokyo.
• Combination of transport: bus, cable car, cruise, and Shinkansen.
• Accompanied by a nationally licensed guide-interpreter.

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