Mount Fuji and Hakone 2-Day Private Tour
A scenic journey through Japan's most iconic natural and cultural landmarks, tailored entirely for your group.
This Mount Fuji and Hakone private tour takes you across two full days of Japan's most celebrated landscapes, from the volcanic slopes of Fuji to the geothermal wonders of Owakudani and the calm waters of Lake Ashinoko. Every stop is selected to offer a genuine encounter with the region's natural beauty and cultural depth. The private format ensures a pace and focus that suits your interests.
On day one, you explore the Fuji Five Lakes region at a relaxed rhythm. You visit crystalline ponds fed by Fuji's volcanic groundwater, a shrine complex marked by towering red torii gates, and elevated lakeside viewpoints where the mountain dominates the horizon. Local treats, including the area's well-regarded soft-serve ice cream, offer a grounded taste of regional life.
Day two shifts to Hakone, a district shaped by centuries of volcanic activity and now one of Japan's premier leisure destinations. A pirate-themed cruise across Lake Ashinoko, a ropeway passage above the sulfuric Owakudani valley, and a visit to an open-air sculpture museum make for a day that balances the dramatic and the contemplative. Optional time at Gotemba Premium Outlets rounds out the experience for those who enjoy browsing well-known brands near the mountain.
Each day concludes with a return to your designated pickup point. Guests who prefer to stay overnight in the Fuji or Hakone area are welcome to arrange that in advance with the guide.
Tour Highlights
Walk the shores of the Oshino Hakkai ponds, fed by pristine groundwater filtering through Fuji's lava fields, and enjoy mirror-clear reflections of the mountain.
Visit a lakeside Shinto shrine whose red torii gate rises from the waters of Lake Ashinoko, one of the most photographed scenes in all of Hakone.
Ride the Hakone Ropeway over the active Owakudani volcanic valley, where sulfur vents steam against a backdrop of mountain ridges and open sky.
Board a pirate-themed cruise ship on Lake Ashinoko for scenic views of Mount Fuji and the surrounding Hakone hills from the water.
Explore the Hakone Open-Air Museum, an expansive sculpture park set against mountain scenery, featuring works by both Japanese and international artists.
Taste the famous black eggs of Owakudani, boiled in naturally sulfuric hot spring waters and said by local tradition to extend one's lifespan.
Take in panoramic views of Mount Fuji framed by seasonal flowers at a lakeside flower park, one of the most scenic vantage points in the Fuji Five Lakes area.
Itinerary Overview
Depart from your pickup point and travel to the Fuji Five Lakes district. Begin with a visit to the Oshino Hakkai ponds, where crystal-clear groundwater creates unique aquatic ecosystems with direct views of Mount Fuji.
Continue to a revered Shinto shrine surrounded by ancient cedar trees and red torii gates leading toward the sacred precincts. Afterward, stop at a lakeside flower park for seasonal blooms and celebrated local ice cream.
Visit the second-largest of the Fuji Five Lakes, with optional boat excursions offering clear views of the mountain. End the day at a secluded forested pond where birdsong and still water provide a quietly memorable close to day one.
Begin the day with a pirate-themed cruise on Lake Ashinoko, followed by a ride on the Hakone Ropeway across the Owakudani volcanic valley. Sample black eggs at the valley's visitor area and observe active sulfur vents at close range.
Walk through the open-air museum's sculpture grounds, then visit the iconic lakeside shrine with its torii gate standing in the waters of Lake Ashinoko. Both sites offer a balance of artistic and spiritual engagement.
For guests who wish, a stop at the Gotemba Premium Outlets provides access to a wide range of international and Japanese brands at reduced prices, all with Mount Fuji visible on the horizon before returning to your pickup point.
What Is Included
Included
- Private English-speaking guide for both days
- Transportation by private vehicle throughout the tour
- Scenic drive through the Fuji Five Lakes region
- Hakone Ropeway passage over Owakudani valley
- Lake Ashinoko pirate cruise experience
- Visit to Hakone Open-Air Museum grounds
- Return to pickup point at end of each day
Not Included
- Accommodation (available on request for overnight stay)
- Meals and beverages
- Personal shopping expenses at Gotemba Outlets
- Entrance fees to individual shrines or paid attractions
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Travel insurance
Important Information
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