Private Hakone Day Tour from Tokyo with Lake Ashi

Duration10h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

his route focuses entirely on Hakone instead of combining it with distant Fuji Five Lakes attractions, reducing unnecessary travel and allowing more time at each stop. The journey connects four contrasting landscapes: the cedar forest and lakeside setting of Hakone Shrine, the open waters of Lake Ashi, the volcanic terrain of Owakudani, and the seasonal highlands of Sengokuhara.

The default itinerary is: Hakone Shrine → Hakone Pirate Ship / Lake Ashi Cruise → Owakudani Valley → Sengokuhara.

The Lake Ashi cruise also forms part of the route. While guests cross the lake, the driver repositions the vehicle and meets them near the arrival pier, creating a smoother connection between the southern and northern shores.

Private transportation reduces the need for multiple train and bus transfers. Smaller-group options include an English-speaking driver-guide, while larger groups may select vehicle-only service or an option with a separate English-speaking guide.

Options

HAKONE 10H MAX6

10H ENGLISH DRIVER-GUIDE: This option provides a 10-hour Tokyo–Hakone service for up to 6 guests with an English-speaking driver-guide.
MAX6 AND 4 BAGS: The vehicle carries up to 6 guests and 4 pieces of 28-inch luggage. The driver-guide provides basic English sightseeing
Pickup included

HAKONE 10H MAX9

10H ENGLISH DRIVER-GUIDE: This option provides a 10-hour Tokyo–Hakone service for up to 9 guests with an English-speaking driver-guide.
MAX9 AND 15 BAGS: A 9-seater Hiace can accommodate up to 15 suitcases.The driver-guide provides basic English sightseeing supporting.
Pickup included

HAKONE 10H MAX13

10H PRIVATE VEHICLE ONLY: No guide or English-speaking driver is included.
Duration: 10 hours
MAX13 AND LIMITED BAGS: The vehicle carries up to 13 guests. 13-seat Hiace: 6 suitcases (10–11 pax), carry-ons only at 13 pax.
Pickup included

English Licensed Guide Add-On

ENGLISH GUIDE ADD-ON: A private English-speaking guide joins the selected 10-hour Hakone vehicle service. No vehicle is included.
BOOK WITH A VEHICLE: This add-on must be booked with a vehicle option and does not include a vehicle, driver, fuel, tolls, parking, tickets, meals
Pickup included

HAKONE 10H WITH GUIDE MAX18

10H VEHICLE WITH ENGLISH GUIDE: This option provides an 1-hour Hakone service for up to 18 guests with a vehicle, driver, and separate English-speaking guide
MAX18 AND 15 BAGS: The vehicle carries up to 18 guests and 15 suitcases.
Pickup included

HAKONE 10H MAX44

10H PRIVATE BUS ONLY: This option provides an 10hour Tokyo–Hakone bus service for up to 44 guests. No guide or English-speaking driver is included.
MAX44 AND 45 BAGS: The bus carries up to 44 guests and 45 suitcases. Cancellations within 72 hours.
Pickup included

What's included

One baby seat free of charge when requested before departure.
Thirty minutes of free waiting from the scheduled pickup time.
Highway tolls for the arranged Tokyo–Hakone route.
Air-conditioned vehicle.
Pickup and drop-off within the selected central Tokyo service area.
Fuel fees.
Basic route coordination and sightseeing support according to the selected option.
Standard parking fees for the arranged route.
Private vehicle service according to the selected option.

Meals and drinks.
Personal expenses.
Extra stops not confirmed in advance.
Pickup or drop-off outside the selected service area.
Admission tickets
The second and subsequent baby infant seat costs JPY 2,000.
Overtime: JPY 5,000/hour for up to 14 seats; JPY 10,000/hour for 18- or 44-seat vehicles.
Night service from 22:00 to 07:00 incurs an additional fee of JPY 2,000 for all services.
Professional licensed guide service, unless separately booked and confirmed.
Driver-guide’s ticket if guests ask them to enter paid attractions or join paid activities

What to expect

Hakone Shrine
1h · Admission ticket not included

Walk through the cedar forest leading to Hakone Shrine and explore the traditional shrine grounds. Continue to the lakeside area for views of Lake Ashi and the waterfront torii gate.
1h · Admission ticket not included

Board the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise at Moto-Hakone and travel one way across Lake Ashi to Togendai. The driver travels separately and meets guests near Togendai Port.
Owaku-dani Valley
1h · Admission ticket not included

Explore Hakone’s volcanic valley, see active steam vents, and visit the observation and shopping areas. Mount Fuji may be visible when the weather is clear.
Sengokuhara
1h

Walk along the path through the Sengokuhara highlands. The fields are particularly well known for their golden autumn scenery.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from hotels, accommodations, stations, or agreed pickup points within the selected central Tokyo service area.

Please provide the exact pickup address, hotel name, building name, entrance details, preferred pickup time, passenger count, luggage count, and a reachable phone number or WhatsApp after booking.

For hotel pickup, please wait in the lobby or at the main entrance at the scheduled pickup time.

For station pickup, please provide the station name, arrival time, and preferred exit in advance.

For apartments or private accommodations, please provide the complete address, building name, and entrance instructions.

The driver will wait for up to 30 minutes free of charge from the scheduled pickup time. Additional waiting time or service beyond the booked duration costs JPY 5,000 per hour for vehicles accommodating up to 13 guests and JPY 10,000 per hour for the 18- and 44-guest vehicle options.

Please keep your phone or WhatsApp reachable on the tour day. Pickup and drop-off points may be adjusted when stopping or parking is restricted.

For 18-seater Coasters and 44-seater buses, cancellations made within 72 hours before the scheduled service start time are non-refundable.Other vehicle types and regular products follow the general cancellation policy, under which cancellation is permitted up to 24 hours before the scheduled service start time.

Airport and cruise-port pickup are not included in the standard central Tokyo service area unless arranged and confirmed in advance.

Night service from 22:00 to 07:00 incurs an additional fee of JPY 2,000 for all services.

Additional information

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.