
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return
Traveler rating
3.7/5
Based on 44 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return worth booking?
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return is a 10-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from ¥17,500 per person. It scores 42 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 44 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 42 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (44)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- ¥17,500 per person
Explore the beauty of Japan on a full-day tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone. Start your journey from Tokyo, visiting the Mt. Fuji 5th Station for stunning views or the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center in winter. After a lunch break, ascend the Hakone Ropeway for breathtaking panoramas of Mt. Fuji and Owakudani's geothermal wonders, where you can taste the legendary 'Black Eggs.' Sail across picturesque Lake Ashi on a themed pirate ship as you soak in the natural beauty. The tour concludes with a swift return to Tokyo via the iconic Shinkansen bullet train, making this an unforgettable experience. - Full-day tour from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and Hakone - Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station for spectacular views or the World Heritage Center - Ride the Hakone Ropeway and sample the famous Black Eggs - Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi and return via Shinkansen
What you get
About this experience
Explore the beauty of Japan on a full-day tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone. Start your journey from Tokyo, visiting the Mt. Fuji 5th Station for stunning views or the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center in winter. After a lunch break, ascend the Hakone Ropeway for breathtaking panoramas of Mt. Fuji and Owakudani's geothermal wonders, where you can taste the legendary 'Black Eggs.' Sail across picturesque Lake Ashi on a themed pirate ship as you soak in the natural beauty. The tour concludes with a swift return to Tokyo via the iconic Shinkansen bullet train, making this an unforgettable experience. - Full-day tour from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and Hakone - Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station for spectacular views or the World Heritage Center - Ride the Hakone Ropeway and sample the famous Black Eggs - Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi and return via Shinkansen
What's included
Included
- Multilingual tour guide
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Parking fees
- Professional driver
Not included
- Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
8:00AM Meet at Shinjuku MODE Gakuen in Tokyo and board a bus to the Mt. Fuji area. From Dec.1st to Apr. 25th, Visit the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center instead. Explore the museum, which uses videos, lighting, and sound to illustrate Mt. Fuji’s spiritual and artistic significance. Discover local souvenir shops, a café, and scenic viewpoints perfect for photos. From Apr.26th to Nov.11th, Visit the Mt. Fuji 5th Station, located halfway up the mountain at an altitude of 2,305 meters. Enjoy sweeping views of Lake Kawaguchi and the surrounding landscapes on clear days, or witness the mystical “sea of clouds” when the weather is cloudy.
40 minutes here
Hakone Ropeway
Next, enjoy a lunch break before heading to the Hakone area. Board the Hakone Ropeway at Sounzan Station and ascend to Owakudani Station, enjoying panoramic views of Mt. Fuji and the volcanic landscape of Owakudani.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Owaku-dani Valley
Explore Owakudani Valley, one of Hakone’s most famous geothermal sites, formed by volcanic eruptions about 4,000 years ago. Sample the famous “Black Eggs” (Kuro-tamago) — eggs boiled in the hot springs. Legend says eating one adds seven years to your life.
40 minutes here
Continue your ride on the Hakone Ropeway to Togendai Station, enjoying spectacular views of Mt. Fuji and the caldera lake below. Then, board a themed pirate ship and sail across the scenic Lake Ashi, one of Hakone’s most popular experiences. The journey offers a beautiful lake panorama with Mt. Fuji in the distance.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Finally, return to Tokyo by JR Shinkansen (bullet train),The bullet train to Tokyo runs about 40min, and the guide will buy the ticket for you but not accompany you on the train.There are two Shinkansen trains per hour from Odawara to Tokyo.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Pick up time and location: 8:00am Tokyo Mode Gakuen. Address: 1-7-3 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0023 Japan.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Including cable car+boat+lunch
Lunch: Vegetable Hot Pot Set
Include ropeway, No lunch/boat
Including Cable car+Boat+Lunch
Lunch: Fried Chicken set
Including Cable car+boat+lunch
Lunch: Japanese Wagyu Beef Set
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hotel Takitei
Know before you go
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure.There are many tour groups at the location, Late arrivals or no shows will not be refunded.
- You will receive an email the evening before the tour with important details, including the guide,driver and meeting point information
- Mt. Fuji’s visibility depends on the weather. Check the weather forecast in advance.If it’s not visible on the day, we kindly ask for your understanding.
- Bring some cash, as credit cards may not be accepted at certain Locations.
- Please note: Bad weather, traffic conditions, or crowding during Japanese holidays and peak seasons may cause delays in return time. As a result, some attractions may be shortened, rescheduled, or canceled. We recommend not scheduling other activities or transportation after the tour.
- This is a shared group tour with guests from various countries. The guide will provide explanations in multiple languages.
- With fewer than 13 people, the guide will also drive and give only simple commentary.The guide will not accompany you into the scenic area.
- Please note: For the return trip, you will take the Shinkansen from Odawara Station back to Tokyo (the ride takes about 40 minutes), and there are two Shinkansen trains every hour
- The tour guide will purchase the tickets for you, but will not accompany you on the train to Tokyo. The Shinkansen tickets are for non-reserved seats (unassigned seating).
- If you choose the package with lunch included, the meal provided will be a Japanese fried chicken set meal.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 44 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
44 verified traveler reviews for Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good tour but not recommended on a busy public holiday
I would like to start by saying that the team did a good job and the customer service was excellent throughout, and our guide did his best to make the most of the day. This is not about blaming the team, but the tour could have been better planned. We were fortunate to see Mt. Fuji on a sunny day, which was the highlight. However, due to traffic and long queues, we missed some advertised stops, spent around 1.5 hours waiting for the ropeway each way, and arrived too late for the pirate cruise. As experts familiar with local traffic, holidays and visitor numbers, the tour team could perhaps have planned an earlier departure or adjusted the itinerary to make the day smoother. With better time management, this could have been a much more enjoyable experience.
via Tripadvisor
Worst excursion ever. No organization.
Worst ever. No organization. Only saw 2 out of 5 stops. Stood twice in line for 2 hours for ski lift.
via Viator
Great sights, awful tour.
Truly awful experience. I really tried to be positive about this, but for the money I just can’t. After getting on the bus we spent over three hours with no bathroom breaks, just sitting in traffic, all for us to spend a whopping 15 minutes at Mt. Fuji. Our guide gave almost no information on any of the sights, just told us to hurry hurry hurry. We got back on the bus for over two hours to ride for two stops on the ropeway, and one stop on the pirate ship. The sights and experiences themselves were amazing, I think the tour we got was just dud. I would book with another group instead.
via Viator
Gogoday was a Failure
Do not take any tours with Gogoday. Our tour person, Edward, was rude, incompetent and a complete failure as a guide. He failed at every level - from giving clear instructions, keeping g everyone together and even abandoning part of our group without tickets.
via Tripadvisor
Tour Guide Failure
I was going to write a long review, but it’s not worth it. Everything boiled down to an incompetent tour guide (allegedly named Edward. I doubt that is his real name). The tour guide was totally unprepared. He did not coordinate anything. He did not explain everything. He was a total failure. The end result was that the tour was horrible as we were left to figure everything out which caused us undo stress and angst. Do not take this tour.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- ¥17,500 to ¥29,000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Hotel Takitei, who run 51 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.1.
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Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return cost?
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Prices start at ¥17,500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 42 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 44 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return?
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Around 15 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings), Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set, Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return?
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Included: Multilingual tour guide; Admission fees; Admission fees; Parking fees; and Professional driver. Not included: Personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return?
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Pick up time and location: 8:00am Tokyo Mode Gakuen. Address: 1-7-3 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0023 Japan. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese, Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tokyo. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return?
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Across 44 reviews averaging 3.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
What booking options are available for Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Tour with Bullet Train Return?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Including cable car+boat+lunch, Include ropeway, No lunch/boat, Including Cable car+Boat+Lunch, Including Cable car+boat+lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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