Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up
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Is Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up worth booking?
Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up is a 10-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $12000 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 142 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (142)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $12000 per person
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
What you get
- Pick-up service at designated hotels in Tokyo
- Lunch
- Bullet Train ride to Tokyo Station (only if you choose Bullet Train option)
- Lake cruise ticket
- Sky gondola ticket
- Certified English-speaking guide (National Licensed Guide-interpreter)
About this experience
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!
What's included
Included
- Pick-up service at designated hotels in Tokyo
- Lunch
- Bullet Train ride to Tokyo Station (only if you choose Bullet Train option)
- Lake cruise ticket
- Sky gondola ticket
- Certified English-speaking guide (National Licensed Guide-interpreter)
Not included
- Gratuity (not obligatory)
- On-board WiFi
- Hotel drop-off
What you'll see and do
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
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.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Gotemba
You are going to experience a unique and delectable Japanese-style lunch at a restaurant in Gotemba City. A vegetarian option is also available.
40 minutes here
Gotemba
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.
20 minutes here
Owakudani Kurotamago Kan
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.
20 minutes here
Hakone Ropeway
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.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Lake Ashinoko
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!
30 minutes here · Admission included
Odawara Station Tourist Information Center
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.
10 minutes here
Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba
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.
35 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Without Lunch
Pickup included
Disband at Odawara Station (no bullet train ticket included) with Lunch pickup:Y
Pickup included
Disband at Odawara Station (no bullet train ticket included) without Lunch pickup:Y
Pickup included
with Lunch
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Japan Gray Line
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
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 146 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
146 verified traveler reviews for Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent
The tour was very beautiful and informative snd the guide was a very hard worker and did her best to explain everything and all of us in the tour were satisfied
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both beautiful and informative. We are especially happy to know that our guide’s efforts and explanations helped make your experience enjoyable and satisfying. Your kind words mean a great deal to our entire team. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another Japan Gray Line tour in the future!
via Tripadvisor
A new idea of Japan
Nice and stimulating experience of the nature of the country
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind 4-star review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a pleasant and stimulating experience while enjoying the beautiful nature of Japan. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and make your next experience even more memorable!
via Tripadvisor
Mt Fuji trip
Loved the experience! Special thanks to Ms. Yuki and Mr. Suda who were absolutely wonderful. Something you should do while in Tokyo!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you loved the experience. We are especially happy to know that Ms. Yuki and Mr. Suda made your day so enjoyable. We will definitely share your kind words with both of them—they will be delighted to hear your compliments! Thank you again for choosing Japan Gray Line, and we hope to welcome you back to Japan on your next visit!
via Tripadvisor
Enjoyable trip
Yuki is very detailed and has great knowledge about Japan.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip and that you were happy with Yuki’s guidance. We will be sure to share your kind words with Yuki. We are sure it will mean a lot to her! Thank you again for joining our Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on your next visit to Japan.
via Tripadvisor
Great day in Japan
Izzy was the sweetest, and very knowledgeable! We had the best day learning about Japanese culture, language and history. I would recommend this tour to everyone!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic day with Izzy. She will be so happy to know that you enjoyed her warm personality and appreciated her knowledge of Japanese culture, language, and history. Thank you also for your kind recommendation. We truly appreciate you choosing Japan Gray Line, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Japan for another memorable experience!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $12000 to $25000
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 50
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
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Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up cost?
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Prices start at $12000 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 & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up 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 & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 142 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mt. Fuji & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up?
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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 & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up 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 & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up?
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Around 50 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 & Hakone Bus Tour Bullet Train Return & 28-Hotel Pick-up 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 Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. 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.
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