
Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 46 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver worth booking?
Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver is a 11-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from ¥25,125 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 46 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (46)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- ¥25,125 per person
Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts. As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Mt. Fuji, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest. Enjoy a full-day private tour to Mt. Fuji and Gotemba Outlet with your own guide and driver, for a stress-free and personalized experience. Begin at Arakurayama Sengen Shrine with the iconic Chureito Pagoda, offering breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, then wander through a charming traditional village and explore the mysterious Aokigahara Forest, home to hidden lava caves. Experience Japan’s spiritual heritage at ancient shrines and scenic spots, and enjoy lunch by the tranquil Lake Kawaguchi. Conclude your day with shopping at Gotemba Outlet, one of Japan’s largest outlet malls with 290 stores.
What you get
About this experience
Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts. As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Mt. Fuji, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest. Enjoy a full-day private tour to Mt. Fuji and Gotemba Outlet with your own guide and driver, for a stress-free and personalized experience. Begin at Arakurayama Sengen Shrine with the iconic Chureito Pagoda, offering breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, then wander through a charming traditional village and explore the mysterious Aokigahara Forest, home to hidden lava caves. Experience Japan’s spiritual heritage at ancient shrines and scenic spots, and enjoy lunch by the tranquil Lake Kawaguchi. Conclude your day with shopping at Gotemba Outlet, one of Japan’s largest outlet malls with 290 stores.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- DVD player in minivan
- One bottled water per person
- Round-trip private transfer in an air-conditioned minivan
- English, Japanese or French speaking local guide (Chinese and Korean speaking guide available upon request)
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuity *5-20%
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
What you'll see and do
Gotemba Premium Outlets
The biggest outlet shopping mall in Japan with over 270 shops. Please tell us how long you would like to spend on your shopping.
60 minutes here
Chureito Pagoda
Take the panoramic shot of Mt. Fuji with the Chureito Pagoda ( 5 storied pagoda) at Arakura Sengen Shrine.
10 minutes here
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
Sengen Shrine enshrining the goddess of Fire, the symbol of Mt. Fuji
10 minutes here
Fujisan World Heritage Center(Mt.Fuji World Heritage Center)
Watch a video to learn visually about Mt. Fuji and know the rituals of the region. (20 to 60mn)
20 minutes here
Get on a ropeway and enjoy the panoramic view of Mt.Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi, and Fuji Yoshida City. 30 to 90 minutes, the time will depend on the queue of the day.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace
Find regional crafts, souvenirs and enjoy some of the best ice cream and sorbets made with the local fruits in a relaxing space. (20 to 90mn)
20 minutes here
Oishi Park
Enjoy the over 90 different flowers throughout the 4 seasons. Well known for its lavender. (20 to 90mn)
20 minutes here
Oshino Shinobi no Sato
Enjoy the exciting Ninja show and become yourself as a ninja. (30 to 90mn)
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai
10 minutes here
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine
The most visited and main Shrine in the northern part of Mt. Fuji protecting its region also known as the first step of the Mt. Fuji ascension. (30 to 60mn)
30 minutes here
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
2300m high on Mt. Fuji closest point you can go up with a car. To go to the 5th station we need to ask you to pay the toll fee of 2100 yen on the spot. This activity usually requires about 2 hours. Please note that access to the 5th station is closed from July to mid-September due to the climbing season for the climbers and also in the winter season.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Lake Kawaguchiko
The most visited lake out of the 5 lakes of Mt. Fuji
30 minutes here
Yamanakako Hananomiyako Park
From spring to fall, enjoy seasonal flowers in a 30ha (74 acres) garden. You can enjoy Diamond Fuji (sunset on top of Mt. Fuji) in winter. (20 to 60mn)
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Narusawa Ice Cave
Adventure in the cave in the Aokigahara forest. (15 to 30mn)
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Fugaku Wind Cave
Adventure in the cave in the Aokigahara forest.(15 to 30mn)
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Saiko Lake
One of the five lakes of Mt. Fuji, known as the maiden lake.
30 minutes here
Aokigahara Forest
Hiking in the relaxing sea of forest.
30 minutes here
Lake Yamanaka
The biggest lake out of the five lakes of Mt. Fuji
Pass by without stopping
Enjoy snow and ski on Mt. Fuji. Easy course for beginners, rental outfits ski, snowboard, and sleds are available. (1 to 2 hours depending on your requests)
Pass by without stopping
Enjoy snow and ski on Mt. Fuji. Easy course for beginners, rental outfits ski, snowboard, and sleds are available. (1 to 2 hours depending on your requests)
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ru, ko, cmn, ja, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Japan Star Travel Agency
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary on the What to Expect is a list, please select around 4 to 6 sites.
- You can ask our guide for advice and suggestions after booking.
- Please advise for any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking, vegetarian option is available.
- The tour will not be cancelled or refunded even if some spots are not fully visible due to weather conditions. The activity schedule is subject to change/cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The price remains the same with or without the vehicle.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 46 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
46 verified traveler reviews for Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Exceptional Tour with Yuyamasan
Tour guide Tomomi Yuyama and driver Hayashi gave us an amazing once in a lifetime experience. Our tour was customized to our interests so we got to go and visit many outside attractions including some caves around Lake Saiko and a walk through Aokigahara. While the weather was horrible, with a typhoon passing by, our tour was absolutely magical. Yuyamasan brought us to a local restaurant we never would have found otherwise, and a village of traditional Japanese houses (Sailo Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba). We went to the Mount Fuji lookout though Fujisan was hiding and finished our amazing tour going to the main Fujisan shrine, Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine. Throughout Yuyamasan explained about Japanese culture and history, and gave us some great pointers on speaking Japanese. She is also quite knowledgeable and was able to tell us a lot about the flora and fauna of the forest. I would highly recommend Yuyamasan as a tour guide.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hayashi-san and I are really happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring Mt. Fuji area, even in the rain. There were very few other visitors at Saiko Bat Cave or in Aokigahara Forest, so you practically had the beautiful forest all to yourselves! We were so impressed by how well you both spoke Japanese. It was such a pleasure having a conversation with you in Japanese. Although we couldn't get to see Mt. Fuji this time, now you have another reason to come back to Japan! I hope you’ll visit again in the middle of winter next time. Mt. Fuji will be waiting for you! Yuyama
via Viator
Excellent tour with Yuyamasan
Tour guide Tomomi Yuyama and driver Hayashi gave us an amazing once in a lifetime experience. Our tour was customized to our interests so we got to go and visit many outside attractions including some caves around Lake Saiko and a walk through Aokigahara. While the weather was horrible, with a typhoon passing by, our tour was absolutely magical. Yuyamasan brought us to a local restaurant we never would have found otherwise, and a village of traditional Japanese houses (Sailo Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba). We went to the Mount Fuji lookout though Fujisan was hiding and finished our amazing tour going to the main Fujisan shrine, Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine. Throughout Yuyamasan explained about Japanese culture and history, and gave us some great pointers on speaking Japanese. She is also very knowledgeable about nature and could tell us a lot about the flora and fauna in the forest. We could not have had a better guide and we would highly recommend tours with Yuyamasan.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hayashi-san and I are really happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring Mt. Fuji area, even in the rain. There were very few other visitors at Saiko Bat Cave or in Aokigahara Forest, so you practically had the beautiful forest all to yourselves! We were so impressed by how well you both spoke Japanese. It was such a pleasure having a conversation with you in Japanese. Although we couldn't get to see Mt. Fuji this time, now you have another reason to come back to Japan! I hope you’ll visit again in the middle of winter next time. Mt. Fuji will be waiting for you! Yuyama
via Tripadvisor
AWESOME!!
Sumiko and Tak were AWESOME! They both made our first trip to Japan memorable. It was a cloudy day that made it impossible to see Mt. Fuji, but we had a great time! They both were hospitable, knowledgeable, personable, accommodating, and just pleasant to spend a full day sightseeing in Japan. THANK YOU!!! We will definitely be back to Japan!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind message. Although the weather wasn't the best, I'm glad we were still able to have a fun day together and enjoy some delicious local food. It was a pleasure showing you around the area! Sumiko and Tak
via Tripadvisor
Mt fuji_Gotemba Outlets
We had a wonderful time with our travel guide Sumiko. She sent us a letter to the hotel upon arrival which was very welcoming with an itinerary for the day. Sumiko knew the short cuts to avoid the long lines & stopped at places to take the best pictures. Thank you so much for making it the best day with my family. Catherine
Response from the operator: Thank you so much, Catherine! I’m so glad you enjoyed the “shortcut tour” 😊 . It was such a pleasure spending the day with you and your lovely family! Sumiko Tashiro
via Tripadvisor
Tailored to our wishes. Great value. Informative and fun
Wonderful tour on a day with variable weather. Early start allowed us to beat the cherry blossom crowds and get on the cable car for Mt Fuji viewing. Shun was very knowledgable and tailored the trip to our wishes. We were not so sure about the outlet mall but really enjoyed our time there. Great lunch at a small town restaurant on the way. Fujisan shrine was stunning
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for the review. It was a wonderful time with you. We were very lucky to see a beautiful Mt. Fuji using time in the morning and I was glad the you enjoyed the cave and shopping too. I hope you have a good time in Japan! Shun
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- ¥25,125 to ¥180,000
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 16
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Japan Star Travel Agency, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.7.
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Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver cost?
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Prices start at ¥25,125 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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver take?
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Plan for about 11 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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 46 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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver?
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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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver?
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Around 16 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 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver 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, Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class. 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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver?
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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; DVD player in minivan; One bottled water per person; Round-trip private transfer in an air-conditioned minivan; and English, Japanese or French speaking local guide (Chinese and Korean speaking guide availa. Not included: Food and drinks; Lunch; Gratuity *5-20%; and Admission fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1834 listed pickup locations in and around Tokyo. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver offered in?
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It is offered in Russian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, French and Spanish. 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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver?
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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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Mt. Fuji Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver 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 Hidden Gems & Gotemba Outlets with Local Guide & Driver?
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Across 46 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, good for families. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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