Mt Fuji and Hakone Day Trip from Tokyo with Bullet Train Return
About Mt Fuji and Hakone Day Trip from Tokyo with Bullet Train Return
This full-day coach tour takes you from Tokyo to Mt Fuji and the hot spring area of Hakone, then brings you back to the city by bullet train. It has 33,017 reviews and a 4.8 rating.
The tour lasts about 11 hours, with prices from about $160 per person. It is one of the easiest ways to see Mt Fuji in a single day without planning trains and buses yourself.
Itinerary
- Mt. Fuji 5th Station (30 minutes)
- Mount Fuji (40 minutes)
- Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
- Hakone Ropeway (30 minutes)
- Lake Ashinoko (30 minutes)
- Odawara Station Tourist Information Center (5 minutes)
- Tokyo Station Gallery (5 minutes)
What’s included
- A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
- If you have a severe restriction about food, please book without lunch and bring your own lunch.
- Lake Ashi Cruise fee
- Pick up from Matsuya Ginza(7:20am) or LOVE Shinjuku(7:50am)
- Buffet Lunch (If selected)
- Vegetarian and Muslim-friendly Lunch available. Please request upon booking. (who ordered lunch)
- Bullet train ticket to Tokyo station
- Air Conditioned Bus with free WiFi
- Multilingual Audio Guidance
- Hakone Ropeway fee
Meeting point
【Meeting point】 Matsuya Ginza ★You will see the HUBLOT store directly across the street ★In front of Tokyo Metro Ginza Station Exit A13 【ADDRESS】 3-6-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 【Meeting time】7:20am 【Departure time】7:30am ☆No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows | 【MEETING POINT】 the “LOVE” statue in front of “i-Land tower” in Shinjuku 【ADDRESS】 6-5-1 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo Japan 【Meeting time】7:50am 【Departure time】8:00am ★Look out for green and white flag "Japan Panoramic Tours" ★No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows
What to expect on the day
The coach leaves central Tokyo in the early morning and drives first to the 5th Station of Mt Fuji, weather and road rules permitting. You can add a buffet lunch with local food near the foot of the mountain. In the afternoon you ride the Hakone Ropeway over the volcanic landscape and take a cruise on Lake Ashi. The day ends with a bullet train ride to Tokyo Station. An English-speaking guide leads the tour, and a multilingual audio guide is available.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: An English-speaking guide, the coach with free Wi-Fi, the Hakone Ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise fees, the bullet train ticket to Tokyo Station, and a buffet lunch if you choose that option.
- Not included: Food and drinks unless you booked lunch, gratuities, and hotel pickup and drop-off. Everyone meets at one set point.
What to bring
- Warm layers, since the 5th Station is much colder than Tokyo.
- Comfortable shoes and a camera.
- A small bag only: large suitcases (over 160 cm in total size) are not allowed on non-reserved bullet train cars.
Tips for a better day
- Meeting point: Meet at Matsuya Ginza (3-6-1 Ginza), in front of Ginza Station Exit A13, at 7:20 am, or at the LOVE statue in front of i-Land Tower in Shinjuku (6-5-1 Nishi-Shinjuku) at 7:50 am. Look for the green and white Japan Panoramic Tours flag.
- Weekends: On weekends and Japanese public holidays, the tour leaves only from Shinjuku.
- Be on time: Late arrivals cannot join the tour and are not refunded.
Who it’s best for
Best for: First-time visitors who want to see Mt Fuji and Hakone in one well-organized day.
Consider another option if: You would rather stay in the city and see its main sights. The 1-day Tokyo bus tour covers Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree and Meiji Shrine.
Restrictions
Suitable for most fitness levels, but not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with poor cardiovascular health or asthma. Infants sit on an adult’s lap. The order of stops can change with traffic, weather and road closures, and alternative stops may replace closed ones without a refund. Some dietary needs (vegan, halal, gluten-free, allergy-friendly) cannot be catered for at lunch.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
FAQ about Mt Fuji and Hakone Day Trip from Tokyo with Bullet Train Return
How long is the Mt Fuji and Hakone day trip?
About 11 hours.
Where does the tour start?
At Matsuya Ginza at 7:20 am or at the LOVE statue in Shinjuku at 7:50 am.
How do you get back to Tokyo?
By bullet train to Tokyo Station.
Does the tour go to the Mt Fuji 5th Station?
Yes, when weather and road rules allow. Otherwise an alternative stop is used.
Is lunch included?
Only if you book the option with the buffet lunch.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. All guests meet at one set meeting point.
Is the Lake Ashi cruise included?
Yes, along with the Hakone Ropeway.
Can I bring a large suitcase?
No. Bags over 160 cm in total size are not allowed on non-reserved bullet train cars.
Is the tour guided in English?
Yes, with a multilingual audio guide as well.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
