Custom Private Tour in Hakone with a Certified Local Guide





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Duration
7 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Hakone is one of the most popular destinations in Japan. This tour is led by a professional local guide and completely customized based upon your request. In this tour, visit many great attractions in just one day including Hakone Yosegi Zaiku, 1266 years old Hakone Shrine and more. Take a break at one of the oldest tea houses in Hakone and enjoy a cup of Amazake or other beverage while feeling completely relaxed in the beautiful environment of Hakone.
What's Included
Included
Lunch
Nationally Certified Pro Guide
Beverages at a local tea house
Not included
Private transportation
The Hakone Freepass
Local Bus Fares
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
I'll be holing your name board in front of the ticket gate.
End point
I'll be holing your name board in front of the ticket gate.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 1
Desolate mountainsides covered by plumes of smoke produce a distinct scene fitting the area’s former name of Hell Valley. Now, the Hakone Ropeway rises above Owakudani. The ropeway also offers many scenic spots. Travelling from Sounzan to Owakudani, passengers can see the bottom of the valley below, and when en route to Togendai, they can enjoy views of Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashi.
Stop 2
30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 2
At Lake Ashi, a serene lake surrounded by mountains, a pirate ship cruise runs between the three ports of Hakonemachi-ko, Motohakone-ko and Togendai-ko. Three ships with different designs sail on the lake, and the visitors can enjoy the grand view of the ships passing by each other.
Stop 3
20 minutes
Stop 3
There is an avenue of 400 years old Ceder trees just in front of the Onshi Hakone Park. This is a part of the original Tokaido road, which was built by a Shogun in 17 century to connect Tokyo and Kyoto.
Stop 4
1 hour
Stop 4
This place was used as a summer retreat for the Japanese imperial families about 150 years ago. Now it's given to the public and you can enjoy a beautiful view of Mt.Fuji over the lake on a clear day. This place has also authentic and lovely gardens.
Stop 5
1 hour
Stop 5
Visit 1266 years old Hakone Shrine. You will learn the history of Shintoism in Japan and how it has affected the local culture and history. The iconic red "Torii" gate on the water is a highlight in this tour.
Stop 6
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 6
The same family owns this tea house (not a tea room) for 400 years with 13 generations. This has been the place where travelers take a rest along their long journey. You can enjoy their special dring, Amazake, with the same recipe that hasn't changed from the very beggining.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Other
Private hot spring experience is optional. Please make your selection at the time of booking
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
Review Summary
5.0
99 reviews
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