Private Hakone shore excursion from Yokohama Port

Yokohama, Japan
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Duration10h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This private shore excursion connects Yokohama Port with four contrasting sides of Hakone in one continuous route: volcanic Owakudani, a pirate-ship cruise across Lake Ashi, the spiritual atmosphere of Hakone Shrine, and the outdoor art of the Hakone Open-Air Museum.

Unlike tours that require travelers to navigate trains, buses, ropeways, and lake transport independently, this experience includes a private vehicle throughout the day. While guests enjoy the one-way Lake Ashi cruise, the driver repositions the vehicle and meets the group at the arrival port, avoiding unnecessary backtracking.

The itinerary is designed around cruise schedules. Pickup and return times can be coordinated with the confirmed ship arrival and all-aboard time, while maintaining a reasonable return buffer whenever possible.

The route may be adjusted according to traffic, weather, volcanic restrictions, cruise schedules, museum hours, parking conditions, and the time available before the ship’s departure.

Options

YOKOHAMA–HAKONE 10H MAX18

10H VEHICLE: 10-hour Hakone shore excursion for up to 18 guests. An English-speaking driver is not guaranteed.
YOKOHAMA PORT–HAKONE ROUTE: Visit Owakudani, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine and the Open-Air Museum, subject to port and traffic conditions.
MAX18: The driver may not speak English. Up to 15 suitcases. Non-refundable within 72 hours.
Pickup included

YOKOHAMA–HAKONE 10H MAX6

10H ENGLISH DRIVER-GUIDE: 10-hour private Hakone shore excursion for up to 6 guests with an English-speaking driver-guide.
YOKOHAMA PORT–HAKONE ROUTE: Visit Owakudani, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine and the Open-Air Museum, subject to port and traffic conditions.
MAX6 / BASIC ENGLISH SUPPORT: Driver-guide provides driving and basic English sightseeing support. Not a licensed guide. Up to 4 large suitcases.
Pickup included

YOKOHAMA–HAKONE 10H MAX9

10H ENGLISH DRIVER-GUIDE: 10-hour private Hakone shore excursion for up to 9 guests with an English-speaking driver-guide.
YOKOHAMA PORT–HAKONE ROUTE: Visit Owakudani, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine and the Open-Air Museum, subject to port and traffic conditions.
MAX9 / BASIC ENGLISH SUPPORT: Driver-guide provides driving and basic English sightseeing support. Not a licensed guide. Up to 10 suitcases.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Parking fees for the standard arranged route
  • One child seat can be requested free of charge per order.
  • English-speaking driver-guide for the 6-guest and 9-guest options
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Basic itinerary coordination
  • 30 minutes of free waiting from the confirmed pickup time
  • Highway tolls for the standard arranged route
  • Fuel fees
  • Pickup and drop-off at Yokohama Port or confirmed Yokohama location
  • Private vehicle according to the selected option
  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Overtime fees will be charged for exceeding the free waiting time and the charter service duration
  • The overtime fee is JPY 5,000 per hour for vehicles with 14 seats or fewer
  • The overtime fee is JPY 10,000 per hour for vehicles with 18 seats
  • Night hours: 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. A 2,000 yen surcharge applies during this time.
  • First baby seat free; additional seats are 2,000 JPY each.
  • Admission fees
  • Professional licensed guide service

What to expect

  1. Owaku-dani Valley
    1h
    See steaming volcanic vents and sulfurous landscapes. On clear days, views of Mount Fuji may be possible.
  2. Lake Ashinoko
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Take a one-way sightseeing cruise from Togendai toward Hakone-machi or Moto-Hakone. The driver will meet the group at the arrival port.
    Operation is subject to weather, maintenance, water conditions, and timetable changes.
    Enjoy lunch near Lake Ashi or Moto-Hakone. Meals are at your own expense.
  3. Hakone Shrine
    50m
    Walk through the cedar forest to Hakone Shrine and visit the lakeside torii gate. Waiting times for photographs may be long during busy periods.
  4. The Hakone Open-Air Museum
    1h 30m
    Explore outdoor sculptures, landscaped gardens, indoor galleries, and architectural art spaces.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The driver will contact the guests and send them the detailed information.

End point

The driver will contact the guests and send them the detailed information.

Pickup details

Please stay in touch on the day of your trip; the driver will send you the exact pick-up location.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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