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Hakone tour (from Tokyo)
Hakone is one of the famous popular hot spring resorts in Japan, that is not far from Tokyo. You enjoy Hakone's beautiful nature including Lake Ashi, valleys and mountains. You can relax in a natural hot spring bath "Onsen," if you have time and prefer that. It's convenient and efficient to take the Ashi cruise, ropeway, cable car, mountain train and bus with Hakone one-day Pass.
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
- In the lobby where you can wait sitting, near the concierge
Shinjuku station
You take an Odakyu express train called "Romance Car" from Shinjuku station to Hakone Yumoto. The seat reservation is necessary. About 90 minutes, 2330JPY.
Another option is to take an Odakyu express bus from Shinjuku bus terminal to Togendai, Lake Ashi lakeside directly. About 150 minutes, 2240 JPY. This option should be chosen depending on your itinerary.
It is possible to take "Shinkansen" bullet train from Tokyo to Odawara if you are staying neat Tokyo station. Please let me know if you have JR Pass valid on the day. About 70 minutes to Hakone Yumoto station, 3280 JPY.
Hakone Yumoto station
Arriving at the station, you purchase Hakone Pass, 5000 JPY. It's convenient and economic to travel in Hakone with the Pass, mountain trains, cable cars, ropeways (gondola), Pirate ship, buses included.
①Hakone Open-Air Museum of Sculptures
They have 120 sculptures outside and Picasso Pavilion. With "Hanoke Pass," the discount entrance fee is 1,500 JPY.
Lunch
We have casual lunch at a local restaurant in Gora area.
Owakudani
Owakudani, or great bubbling valley, is a must place in Hakone, where you can see the real volcanic activity and smell volcanic gases such as H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide) and SO2 (Sulfur Dioxide).
Lake Ashi Cruise
You take a colorful well-designed "Pirate Ship," taking about 30 minutes from Togendai pier to Hakonemachi pier, the other side of Lake Ashi. Enjoy the natural beauty of the lake and surrounding mountains.
②Option: Hakone Shrine
If you like to walk on the lakeside to a solemn, famous and historical shrine, it's recommended to skip Outdoor Sculpture Museum and instead visit Hakone Shrine.
Alternative: Hakone Yuryo or Hakone Yunessun
Onsen experience is good for people who like to have relaxing time and relieve fatigue. It is possible when you skip ①②. And the arrival time in Tokyo will be a little late, around 7:30pm.
At Hakone Yuryo the water is natural hot spring, alkaline and good for skin. You can use public baths in the public area (1500 JPY- per person) or reserve a private room with a big bath (9000JPY- per room for two).
At Kowakien Yunessun you can enjoy several different Onsen baths and a pool with your swimming suits on. See their website or ask your guide if you have questions.
Hakone Yumoto station
You take a rapid train or an express Romance Car to Shinjuku. About 100 minutes, 2470 JPY for Romance Car. The arrival time will be between 6:30 and 7:00pm.
Ending Point
Shinjuku station (or Shinagawa or Tokyo station when you take Shinkansen)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guided fee, guide's transportation, guide's entrance, hotel pick-up in central Tokyo
*transportation (you): Romance Car return ticket 4660 JPY per person, Hakone one-day Pass 5000JPY per adult, 1,000JPY per child 6-11 years old.
*lunch
*Option: your entrance of Onsen (See the itinerary), Open-Air Sculpture Museum (See the itinerary)
Tour Important Information
*This tour is recommended on weekdays. On Sundays and national holidays, roads are busy and you may have to wait for long time at every place.
*If a typhoon or stormy weather is prospected, the tour is cancelled with 100% refund. That is because wind and fogs prevent us from taking the pleasure ship and vehicles.
*Mt. Fuji may not be seen due to weather conditions, but the tour will not be cancelled and refunds will not be issued for this reason.
*In Onsen, people with tattoo are not accepted in public baths. Reservation of a private room is recommended.
In order to avoid the crowds, weekdays are recommended.
I'm not available in August.
Important message from the guide
I can guide you in Kyoto, Nikko, Hakone if you pay my tranportation fee.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Tokyo Tour Reviews
“Shinjuku to Mt Fuji”
Yuka arrived early at our hotel to take us to subway station for Shinjuku. There was a little bit of confusion regarding getting the reserved tickets for the limited express train to Mt. Fuji. But all was resolved quickly by Yuka. Upon boarding the train, we were lucky to enjoy the reserved seating as the aisle was packed with standing passengers. One thing is that Japan Rail should consider increase number of carriages for this popular route as the feeling on the train was not good. It was completely different with the coach ride returning to Shinjuku. It was comfortable and relaxing. Thank you Yuka for arranging the itinerary as we get to experience Mt Fuji at its splendour.
Yuka S.
(37 reviews)Thank you so much yesterday, Raymond. I understand you worked hard as a leader though you are friends and all very kind. The train was super crowded. I was surprised and uncomfortable too. I'll make this tour better with your suggestions.
“Wonderful day exploring the beautiful Tokyo ”
Exploring Tokyo with Yuka was a good experience. She met us on time in the hotel, bought subway passes for us and guided us to all the places on the itinerary. She is a professional, courteous and experienced guide. Will be hiring her for our next visit to Tokyo.
Yuka S.
(37 reviews)Thank you for your good comments, Zehra. It was really nice meeting you, your husband and beautiful daughters and son. I'm looking forward to seeing you.
“College educated hard working English and French speaking Professional Guide”
My son and I. retained her to take us from Yokohama for an overnight trip to Hiroshima. Totally prepared, well informed and fully fluent in English. I will use her again and give her 5 starts. She even walked in the rain and upnsteep mountainsides to educate us on matters we asked of her without hesitation. First class.
Yuka S.
(37 reviews)Thank you for the nice comments for the trip to Hiroshima. One day was too short and so we planned a two-day trip. I am happy to have guided you. Good to visit Itsukushima Shrine on the second day.
