Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up
Description
Explore Japan's iconic Mount Fuji with Gray Line, one of the nation's oldest travel agents dedicated to international tourists. Benefit from our exclusive pickup service at major hotels in Tokyo! Departing from the last pick-up hotel around 9:00 am, you'll embark on a comfortable bus ride bound for Mt. Fuji. Take a short break at a unique Japanese "service area" along the highway. Please note that we do not operate the tour on Saturdays and busy days to avoid extreme traffic, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience. The first stop is the highest accessible point of Mt. Fuji. Following a delightful Japanese lunch, visiting the famous view point of Mt. Fuji, indulge in a sky gondola ride and a tranquil lake cruise. Consider trying the famous black eggs at Owakudani, believed to add seven years to your life. At last, you will experience the Bullet Train. Join us for an unforgettable journey to discover the beauty of Japan's iconic landscapes!
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Itinerary
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.
You are going to experience a unique and delectable Japanese-style lunch at a restaurant in Gotemba City. A vegetarian option is also available.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour involves walking outdoors and requires the use of stairs to access the restaurant.
- Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions .
- The schedule, including tour completion time, visiting hours, and other details, might change due to heavy traffic, weather conditions, or other operational reasons. In such cases, the tours won't be canceled, and there won't be a refund for the tour fare.
- The Hakone Sky Gondola, Owakudani Valley, or Boat Cruise on Lake Ashi may be excluded or substituted due to weather conditions, heavy traffic, restricted entry, or other operational reasons. In such situations, your tour guide will take you to one or two alternative sightseeing spots, like Peace Park in Gotemba, Hakone Shrine, Hakone Geo Museum, Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, Mt. Komagatake, Hakone Ashinoko Boat Cruise, Narukawa Museum, a boat cruise on Lake Kawaguchi, or Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway.
- If the road to Mt. Fuji 5th station is closed due to snow or other reasons, heavy traffic is expected, or if the tour is running behind schedule, we will drive to the highest accessible point. Please be aware that even under these circumstances, the tours may not be canceled, and the tour fare shall not be refunded.
- If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide any special meals. In such cases, we kindly ask you to choose the tour option without lunch.
- If participants who disembark at Odawara Station after the tour encounter delays and are unable to catch their scheduled train due to heavy traffic or operational reasons, refunds will not be provided. Instead, please take non-reserved seats on the subsequent train.
- We suggest bringing warm clothing and rain gear, including a raincoat and an umbrella, for your visit.
- Children up to 5 years old can join the tour for free. However, please be aware that bus seats and lunch will not be provided at no cost. If bus seats or lunch are required for a child, the applicable child fare will be charged.
- Guests with the following health problems should avoid outdoor activities at Owakudani Valley: Allergic asthma, bronchial disorders, respiratory complaints, heart complaints, and individuals using heart pacemaker equipment.
- A taxi may be utilized for pick-up service. Due to operational reasons, a guide may not accompany you during pick-up service. Pick-up services at each hotel are available when the reservation is made more than one hour before the scheduled pick-up time.
Reviews(129)
The pickup at our hotel was extremely convenient because it’s rather early to try to get somewhere else for pickup. We had a slightly late start, but our pickup guide Kyoko was there for us to keep us updated. She was very knowledgeable. The main tour guide, Yuki, was great, but they need to turn up the volume on the PA a little. Yuki kept us on track throughout the day. The driver Ono-san was accommodating and stopped to let us get pics of the peak during a moment of sunshine. Both kids and adults enjoyed the various stops. The bullet train return to Tokyo was a great opportunity to ride one. Would recommend.
Our tour guide, Mikami, was very knowledgeable about all of the places we went and added fun tutorials along the way. She kept everything on time and was extremely helpful in guiding us after the bullet train. Mt Fuji is amazing, Peace Park gorgeous, gondola ride exhilarating, and boat ride relaxing. Amazing day!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable day exploring Mt. Fuji and Hakone with Mikami. Your kind words about her knowledge, enthusiasm, and dedication to keeping the tour running smoothly mean a great deal. We will be sure to share your compliments with her, and we know she will be thrilled to hear that her guidance and fun insights helped make your experience even more memorable. We're also pleased that you enjoyed the many highlights of the day—from the breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji and the beauty of Peace Park to the exciting gondola ride and relaxing cruise. Thank you for choosing to travel with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable journey in Japan in the future.
Overall a great experience. This tour is best for tourists who would like to visit a variety of landmarks near Mt Fuji and Hakone before dinner time, but there is no brief hiking segment for Mt Fuji . Total trip took around six to seven hours. This guided tour cost about $160 per adult, which seems fair given the tour guide, bus driver, optional lunch meal, and admission tickets to account for. The Mt. Fuji stop may feel slightly short, there is no brief hiking course involved. The optional Japanese-style lunch felt very much like a comforting, home-cooked meal. The Pirate Boat Lake Cruise segment may feel out of place, but Lake Ashi was wonderful and the ship is practically brand new with plenty of observation decks provided for some fantastic views. The tour guide kept people engaged with interesting facts about the landmarks of this tour and Japan in general throughout the bus ride. I strongly recommend reading the details of the tour itinerary to better understand the overall scope of this tour and the depth of each stop. Our tour group had plenty of vacant bus seats, enough for us to sit wherever we wanted. If seeing Mt Fuji is your main priority, try to hold off on booking until you can check the most accurate weather forecast. I’d recommend checking the 24-to-48-hour visibility index or live camera feeds right before you reserve your spot. This tour is not for you if you expect to climb Mt Fuji even for a brief moment.
Thank you very much for your amazing 5-star review and for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your experience on our tour. Your review is extremely helpful not only to us, but also to future guests who are considering a Mt. Fuji bus tour among the many options available. We truly appreciate your support. We are also curious to know who your guide was, as your review did not mention their name. We would love to share your kind comments with them. As you may know, Mt. Fuji can sometimes be quite shy and hide behind clouds, which can be disappointing for visitors hoping to see the mountain in all its glory. However, even when visibility is not ideal, our experienced guides always do their best to make the day enjoyable, informative, and memorable. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience. Thank you again for choosing our tour. We sincerely hope to welcome you back to Japan in the near future and have the pleasure of serving you again.
It was fun and the black eggs we interesting.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you had a great time on the Mt. Fuji & Hakone tour and enjoyed trying the famous black eggs—they're certainly one of Hakone's unique highlights! We truly appreciate your kind feedback and are grateful that you chose to travel with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another adventure in Japan in the future.
It was raining when we left Tokyo, so I wasn't expecting much. I told myself that even if we couldn't see Mt. Fuji, I would just enjoy the day trip. The guide was very friendly and shared lots of interesting information during the bus ride, which made the journey enjoyable. To our surprise, the weather improved as we got closer to Mt. Fuji. When we reached the 5th Station, the clouds had cleared and we had an amazing view of the mountain. Seeing Mt. Fuji appear after such a gloomy start made the experience even more special. It turned out to be one of the highlights of my trip to Japan.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that what began as a rainy day turned into such a memorable experience for you. Mt. Fuji has a way of surprising us, and we're very happy that the clouds cleared in time for you to enjoy those beautiful views from the 5th Station. We're also grateful for your kind words about your guide. It's wonderful to know that the information and stories shared along the journey helped make the day enjoyable, regardless of the weather. Thank you for choosing to travel with us. Knowing that this experience became one of the highlights of your trip to Japan truly means a lot to our team. We wish you many more wonderful memories from your travels and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Gave us a chance to experience multiple attractions that are far apart in one day. Real liked th Mount Fuji and Hakone cruise!
Thank you very much for joining our Mt. Fuji & Hakone tour and for taking the time to share your kind review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed visiting Mt. Fuji and the Hakone cruise. It is wonderful to know that the tour allowed you to experience several attractions comfortably in one day. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again on another tour in Japan in the future.
A fabulous day out. 8:30am-7pm.. Immaculate coach and informative guide.. Key stops at Mt Fiji, Lunxh, Shizuaka Peace Park, Hanone Goldola and thermals, Lake Cruise and returned to Toyko Station on the Shinkansen (Bullet Train).
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your day exploring Mt. Fuji and Hakone with us. It is great to know that you appreciated the comfortable coach, the guidance throughout the tour, and the variety of experiences included in the day — from the views of Mt. Fuji and the lake cruise to the return journey on the Shinkansen. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you again on another trip in Japan someday.
Weather was good and the trip was very busy approximately 12 hour's the guide was fantastic very knowledgeable and the bus driver was good too. I would advise you take your own food though as the food we had was OK just.... so all in all a very busy day but well worth it
Thank you very much for joining our Mt. Fuji & Hakone tour and for sharing your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the day and that the weather was favorable for your visit. It is also wonderful to know that you found both our guide and driver to be excellent, and we will be very happy to share your kind words with them. We also appreciate your honest comment regarding the meal provided. Feedback like yours is very helpful as we continue to review and improve the overall guest experience. Thank you again for traveling with us and for your helpful recommendation. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Japan and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
We had a lovely day on our tour with Izzy. She was very nice and informative.
Thank you very much for joining our Mt. Fuji & Hakone tour and for sharing your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely day and that you enjoyed the tour with Izzy. Your kind words about her friendliness and informative guidance are greatly appreciated, and we will be very happy to share your feedback with her. Thank you again for choosing our tour. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Japan and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
We were picked up at our hotel and then experienced many different activities which was excellent. Should note that Gotemba Peace Garden is on top of a very steep hill. Only challenge for us was understanding the guide. He was very nice, helpful.
Thank you very much for joining our Mt. Fuji & Hakone tour and for sharing your review with us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the variety of experiences included in the tour and that the hotel pick-up made your day more convenient. We also appreciate your helpful comment regarding the steep hill at Gotemba Peace Garden. Thank you for mentioning this for future travelers. Your kind words about the guide’s helpfulness and friendliness mean a great deal to us. At the same time, we sincerely appreciate your feedback regarding the clarity of the guide’s English. We understand how important clear communication is during a tour, and we will continue working to improve the experience for all our guests. Thank you again for your thoughtful comments, and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Japan.
