Embark on an exciting journey through the magnificent mountainous town of Hakone, located in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and just a half hour from Tokyo by bullet train. Discover the captivating beauty of nature with a mix of history, culture, and fun activities. Get ready for breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, a thrilling boat ride, a scenic cable car journey, and a visit to the Open Air Museum. Experience the hot springs, scenic crater lake (Lake Ashi), and be completely engulfed by Japan's stunning nature. Don't miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity, with hotel pick-up from Tokyo available. Come join us for a full day tour filled with adventure, history, and the mystical forces of nature.
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Hakone, a magnificent mountainous town located within the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. This popular destination, just a 30-minute bullet train ride from Tokyo, offers a mix of history, culture, and nature, with renowned hot springs and the stunning Lake Ashi crater lake. Join us on a full-day tour of Hakone, as we venture through this mystical region and experience its natural wonders.
Your exclusive Hakone tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in Tokyo. You'll then board the bullet train heading towards Odawara Station, before transferring to a local train to reach the hot springs town of Hakone-Yumoto. You'll experience the beauty of art and nature at the Open Air Museum, reached by a cable car journey through the mountains.
Next, we'll visit Owakudani, a hellish valley with sulphurous fumes, where you'll have the chance to try the legendary black egg, said to add seven years to your life. We'll then take a boat ride on Lake Ashi, learning about the mystical creature and the work of Hokusai, the renowned artist inspired by Mt. Fuji and the lake. On clear days, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the mountain.
We'll also visit the reconstructed Hakone Checkpoint, where you'll walk along the historic Tokaido road and learn about the travelers of centuries past. Afterwards, we'll explore the hot spring town of Hakone Yumoto before heading back to Odawara station and returning to Tokyo by bullet train.
Please note that this tour requires moderate walking, with a few kilometers covered at a casual pace.
1. What is Hakone and where is it located?
Hakone is a mountainous town located in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
2. How far is Hakone from Tokyo and how to get there?
Hakone is only half an hour away from Tokyo by bullet train.
3. What is Hakone famous for?
Hakone is known for its hot springs, scenic crater lake (Lake Ashi), and stunning views of Mount Fuji.
4. What is included in the Hakone tour?
The tour includes a bullet train ride to and from Shinagawa Station to Odawara Station, Hakone Open Air Museum entrance, sightseeing Cruise on Lake Ashi, legendary Black Eggs at Owakudani, Hakone ropeway, cable car, bus rides and the taxi ride from the lake to Hakone-Yumoto.
5. Is hotel pickup available from Tokyo for the tour?
Yes, hotel pickup from Tokyo is available for the tour.
Hakone is a mountainous town in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park located half an hour from Tokyo.
Known for hot springs, Lake Ashi, and views of Mt. Fuji. A popular tourist destination for its blend of history, culture, nature, and activities. Tour includes transport by bullet train, boat, cable car, and visit to Open Air Museum. Hotel pickup from Tokyo available.
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A cancellation penalty of 50% applies if you cancel within 7 days of the start time.
The booking is non-refundable if you cancel within 2 days of the start time.
Pickup, then board a bullet train to Odawara Station. Transfer to a local train bound to Hakone-Yumoto.
Experience the beauty of art and nature at the Open Air Museum, reached by a cable car journey through the mountains.
We'll visit Owakudani, a hellish valley with sulphurous fumes, where you'll have the chance to try the legendary black egg, said to add seven years to your life.
We'll then take a boat ride on Lake Ashi, learning about the mystical creature and the work of Hokusai, the renowned artist inspired by Mt. Fuji and the lake.
Walk along the historic Tokaido road and learn about the travelers of centuries past.
Explore the hot spring town of Hakone Yumoto before heading back to Odawara station and returning to Tokyo by bullet train.
Tour ends here.