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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Lake Ashi Cruise and Bullet Train

1. Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Lake Ashi Cruise and Bullet Train

Experience Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and listed as a World Heritage in 2013. Enjoy lunch before seeing Hakone, which is famous for its natural beauty and having such breathtaking views over Lake Ashi. First, board a comfortable air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi that will take you to the 5th station of Mt. Fuji, 2,000 meters above the ground. Step out and take a deep breath of the nature of Mt.Fuji and the sacred atmosphere at the Japanese Shinto Shrine. Then the bus will take you to “Oshino Shinobi no Sato”, a Ninja Village for a buffet lunch. Enjoy a Japanese Lunch buffet with local fresh ingredients before taking a walk through a traditional Japanese garden with a Japanese landscape of Mt Fuji. Next, the bus will take you to the Hakone area. Begin at “Owakudani” a valley once called the “Valley of Hell", once and still an active volcano. Experience the smell of sulfur and try eating a “Kuro Tamago” black egg which is said to prolong your life. From here, take a Hakone Ropeway, an exhilarating experience with an amazing view of Mt. Hakone. See the rich nature of the mountain, and on a clear day, all the way to Mt. Fuji. This ropeway will take you to Lake Ashi, a caldera lake where you will take a cruise. Finally, conclude your tour at Hakone Shrine. See its photogenic red torii gate floating on the water called “Torii of Peace.” Fill up your empty bottle at the main Shrine, pray for your health, and get some spring water that is said to purify your bad spirits. Then, board the bus headed to Odawara Station, and take a Japanese bullet train, Shinkansen. Arrive back in Tokyo around 6 PM.

From Tokyo to Mount Fuji: Full-Day Tour and Hakone Cruise

2. From Tokyo to Mount Fuji: Full-Day Tour and Hakone Cruise

Discover the Japanese natural miracles of Mt. Fuji and Hakone in 1 day on a guided tour. Step away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and surround yourself with nature as you visit the highest mountain in Japan. Ride the thrilling Hakone Ropeway and enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi. We start the tour from the center of Tokyo, Shinjuku (Love statue) at 8am. A comfortable air-conditioned coach will first take you to all the way up to the 5th station of Mt. Fuji, 2,000 meters above ground. Take a deep breath at the wonderful nature in Mt.Fuji while seeing magnificent scenery. Also feel the sacred atmosphere at Japanese shinto Shrine there! *If we cannot go up there, we will attend the highest available point on the day and if it is only the first station or the driveway is closed, we will visit Oshino Hakkai or alternative place Then the bus will take you to “Oshino Shinobi no Sato”, a Ninja Village for buffet lunch! Enjoy a Japanese Lunch buffet with local fresh ingredients as much as you like! Walk through a traditional Japanese garden with a Japanese landscape of Mt fuji. Maybe you can take photos with Ninjas!!! *Vegetarian meal, Muslim Friendly is available. Please request when you make a booking. After recharging some energies, the bus head to Hakone area! Starting with “Owakudani” a valley once was called “Valley of Hell.” It is still an active volcano that you can still see the steam coming from the ground. Experience the smell of sulfur and try eating “Kuro Tamago” Black Egg which is said to prolong your life! We will take a Hakone Ropeway, an exhilarating experience with an amazing view of Mt. Hakone. You can see the rich nature of the mountain and you can even see Mt. Fuji in a clear sky! This ropeway will take you to Lake Ashi, a caldera lake. Enjoy the refreshing cruise of Lake Ashi and see the beautiful natural landscape and Mt. Fuji. Don’t miss out to see Torii Gate which is floating on the water! It’s not over yet! We are finishing at Hakone Shrine, one of the most famous shrines in the area because of its photogenic red torii gate floating on the water called “Torii of Peace.” Yes, this is the gate we will see from the cruise! Go ask your friendly tour guide to take pictures that can go on your Facebook picture! And don’t forget to bring your empty bottle! Go up to the main Shrine, pray for your health and get some spring water that is said to purify your bad spirits. After having a peaceful time at the shrine, the bus will have a quick stop at Odawara Station and head back to Shinjuku Station getting there around 6:50pm.

Tokyo: Hakone Fuji Day Tour w/ Cruise, Cable Car, Volcano

3. Tokyo: Hakone Fuji Day Tour w/ Cruise, Cable Car, Volcano

Depart from Shinjuku in Tokyo to the scenic areas of Hakone near Mount Fuji. First, cruise on a well-decorated pirate boat to enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Fuji around the green on Lake Ashinoko. After viewing the mountain from the water, view it in the air by taking the Hakone Ropeway up to Mount Hakone, where you can see a clear view of Mount Fuji from another mountain.  The Ohwakudani, Great Boiling Valley, is another famous volcano, which erupted 4,000 years ago with live white sulfur escaping. Try the local Black Boiled Egg, Kuro Tamago, to see whether the legend is true and that it extends your life for seven years. In the afternoon choose to visit Gotemba Premium Outlet for around 2 hours. Gotemba premium outlet is one of the largest outlets in Japan, you can see Mount Fuji from inside the outlet.  The other choice is to experience the famous hot spring from which you can enjoy a view of Mount Fuji view. Hot springs are one of the most famous cultures of Japan and many tourists like to experience it when they visit. Return to Shinjuku by 6:00 PM. 

From Tokyo: Guided Day Trip to Hakone, Owakudani & Mt. Fuji

4. From Tokyo: Guided Day Trip to Hakone, Owakudani & Mt. Fuji

If you want to enjoy a relaxing day away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, this one-day tour to Hakone, Owakudani, and Mt. Fuji is what you need. Board the bus from Shinjuku, the heart of this busy city. The bus will take you away from your routine and let you breathe fresh air by the lake in the Hakone area. Start your day journey by cruising using the famous Hakone Pirate Ship. This beautiful ship will take you from Motohakone Pier to Togendai Pier in 25 minutes. Indulge your eyes with its magnificent exterior and interior design. After being awed by the pirate ship, rest a little bit while having lunch. Get ready to be amazed by the view from the Hakone ropeway. After lunch, this tour will take you from Togendai to Owakudani in 30 minutes using Hakone Ropeway. It has a signature view for each season throughout the year. The area around the crater created by the last eruption of Mt. Hakone, which occurred roughly 3000 years ago, is known as Owakudani. Sulfur fumes, hot springs, and hot rivers can be experienced throughout a large portion of the region, which is currently an active volcanic area. On a clear day, Owakudani also offers a fantastic glimpse of Mt. Fuji. Upon arriving at Mt. Fuji 5th Station, spend 40 minutes discovering and soaking in the breathtaking views of Japan. A well-known symbol of Japan standing at 3776 meters high, the spectacular Mt.Fuji has made the subject of literature and art throughout Japanese history. After that, you will be brought back to Tokyo.

From Osaka: Amanohashidate and Ine Bay Day Trip with Lunch

5. From Osaka: Amanohashidate and Ine Bay Day Trip with Lunch

Experience the beauty of "Kyoto by the Sea" on a scenic bus tour from Osaka. Feel the beauty of Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya, a traditional fisherman's village. Enjoy the tranquility of Ine Bay and Tangohanto Island on a 25-minute ferry ride. Feel the pleasure of feeding the seagulls from the second deck and enjoy the breathtaking view of Aoshima, where gods are said to dwell. En route, stop at Kasamatsu Park, where the breathtaking view of the "Shoryukan" or "Rising Dragon" awaits you. Discover the magic of Mata Nozoki Post, where you can see Amanohashidate look like a rising dragon from between your legs. Enjoy the unique wonders of Kyoto by the Sea for a truly unforgettable experience.

From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th Station & Lake Kawaguchi Bus Tour

6. From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th Station & Lake Kawaguchi Bus Tour

Enjoy a relaxing day away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo on a bus tour to Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. Board the bus from Toromohills and head away from your routine to breathe the fresh air by the lake in the Kawaguchi area. Sit back on a cruise on the calm lake and marvel at Mount Fuji up close. Start your day at the 5th Mt. Fuji station and take in one of the most iconic views of Japan. The height of Mount Fuji, the famous symbol of Japan, is 3,776 meters. Drive up to the middle point of Mt. Fuji at 2,305 meters, the highest point accessible by car. Mount Fuji has been the subject of much literature and art throughout Japanese history. At Kawaguchiko, choose how you spend your three hours of free time. There is a panaromic ropeway, a cable car, and a sightseeing boat for you to make the most of the area. Stop for lunch here and choose from either the buffet lunch or the pasta one. After lunch, head to the Panaromic Ropeway cable car. The cable car is connected to the top of the mountain at an altitude of 1,075 meters and takes only three minutes to reach the top of the mountain. From the observation deck, in addition to overlooking Lake Kawaguchi, you also enjoy a superb view of Mount Fuji and the Southern Alps. Next, make your way down the mountain for your Lake Kawaguchiko boat cruise. Set sail from Appare Pier and cruise under the Kawaguchiko Ohashi Bridge to swing by Unoshima, the only island in the Fuji Five Lakes. Prepare to look upon Mt. Fuji like you’ve never seen the mountain before.

From Nagano: Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

7. From Nagano: Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

Meet your guide at JR Nagano Station and board the tour bus to begin your journey to the fabled Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route. Arriving at Ogisawa Station around 10:15, prepare for your ascent before boarding the Kanden Tunnel trolley bus at 11:00, the first of a variety of mountain transports you will utilize to reach the summit. Your first stop is the Kurobe Dam. Constructed between 1956 and 1963, this immense structure required the labor of up to 10 million people and is Japan's highest dam. A source of national pride and emblematic of man's attempts to conquer nature, enjoy some time to admire the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains before starting the next leg of your journey toward the summit. Next, head to the Tateyama Ropeway. Spanning 1700 meters, you will be transported upward to the final stop of Daikanbo, before taking the final trolley bus to Murodo. At 2450 meters, this is Japan's highest station – an isolated outpost in an inhospitable, dramatic landscape. Stroll through the iconic snow corridor which rises up 20 meters above you. Enjoy 1.5 to 2 hours of free time to stroll around the area, with enough time to visit the museums before beginning the journey back to Nagano.

Kyoto: Eizan Cable Car and Ropeway Round Trip Ticket

8. Kyoto: Eizan Cable Car and Ropeway Round Trip Ticket

The Eizan Cable, officially the Cable Line, is Japanese funicular line in Sakyō, Kyōto, Kyōto, operated by Keifuku Electric Railroad. The line opened in 1925, as a western route to Enryaku-ji, a famous temple on Mount Hiei. The line has 561 m vertical interval, the largest in the country. 848 meters higher than Eizan, the route of the cable car is divided into two parts. The first part is the stepped designed cable car route which has a height difference of 561 meters. The second part is the air route that tourists inside the cable car can overlook Kyoto's scenery, having a skywalk, and enjoy the different scenery. Appreciate cherry blossoms in spring and maple leaves in autumn. When reaching the top of the mountain, you can also take the shuttle bus to visit the world heritage, Enryakuji Temple.

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based on 6 reviews

easy to book and helpful instructions to find the meeting point. very organised and lovely staff. the meeting point is next to a Starbucks too which is helpful to grab a coffee before the 1.5 hour journey. unfortunately we went on a very cloudy day and didn't see any of mount fuji. the hakone was quite fun and the outlet is really great for shopping. remember to bring your passport to get tax free. we also ate lunch at the outlet too. the journey home is around 3 hours so make sure you're prepared! overall pretty fun, well-organized day out.

I enjoyed on this activity as the trip was smooth and weather is perfect. I saw a lot of picturesque view. The group is also very considerate unlike my other experience on a group tour, most of the time we wait for late comers. In addition the tour guide is very accommodating and funny . thanks for great experience Domo Arigato

It all went very well - timeous departure (despite a number of no shows), comfortable bus, and nice guide with reasonable English.

The guide is very good and she did good job to go beyond. She helped us to catch our train afterwards. Thanks!

Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. Stunning sights, great food and good options for onsen and shopping.