All Hakone Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Book this Hakone private tour by public transportation and follow a guide to some of the best sights in the city without having to worry about knowing your way around, especially on public transport. See Hakone Open-Air Museum, spend time at the hot springs in Hakone, and take a cruise on Lake Ashi in a replica of a pirate ship. Plus, when booking, choose from multiple start times to suit your own schedule.

Hakone Onsen Experience, Lake Ashi, Open-Air Museum Tour

Hakone Onsen Experience, Lake Ashi, Open-Air Museum Tour

US$236US$224

This private tour is perfect for those who want to fully experience the charm of Hakone in just half a day. The greatest strength of this tour is its flexibility. Taking into account the season, weather, and your personal preferences, our experienced guide will propose a customized itinerary during a briefing at your pick-up point. For example, if you’d like to enjoy Hakone’s stunning views from various angles, you can choose a plan that includes Lake Ashi, the Hakone Ropeway, and Owakudani. If you’re interested in visiting power spots, a plan with Hakone Shrine is recommended. For those who enjoy drinks, we can also arrange a plan visiting Hakone’s wineries or craft breweries. Due to time constraints, we will visit selected recommended spots, and depending on your pick-up location, it may not be possible to cover all the places you wish to see. Typically, we visit 3–4 locations. Our guide will design and create the perfect tour tailored just for you!

Private Hakone Half-day Car Tour with Hotel Pickup - Local Guide

Private Hakone Half-day Car Tour with Hotel Pickup - Local Guide

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a seamless round‑trip journey between Hakone and Lake Kawaguchi with an English‑speaking guide who shares the rich history and culture of the Fuji‑Hakone region. Enjoy stunning views from Fujiyama Tower, overlooking Mt. Fuji and the expansive sea of trees. Visit Oishi Park, known for its seasonal flowers, stylish cafés, and panoramic views of Lake Kawaguchi—perfect for enjoying lunch at your own pace. In Hakone, explore Owakudani’s dramatic volcanic landscape, famous sulfur vents, and iconic black eggs. Multiple designated pick-up and drop-off locations are available throughout the Hakone area. With direct routes and convenient boarding and drop‑off points near major Hakone areas, this tour maximizes your time and ensures you return to Hakone by evening. Discover iconic scenery, cultural insights, and comfortable transport throughout your day.

From Hakone: Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko Area Bus Tour

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover Hakone's highlights efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Join us to visit the beautiful mountain resort town of Hakone. Nestled in the mountains, Hakone is a place of natural and artistic wonders. Visit Owakudani to see the ever-rising sulfurous gasses from the active volcano that provides heat to the many hot springs nearby. Try the area’s famous black-boiled eggs; turned black and infused with the minerals from the spring. Ride the ropeway down the mountain to Lake Ashinoko for a beautiful view of Mount Fuji. Sail across the lake to visit the Torii gate by the Kuzuryu shrine to the area’s 9-headed dragon deity. If you are an art fan, try visiting one of the many art museums in Hakone.

Hakone in 1 Day by Private Car with Licensed Guide

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Tour - Hakone Day Trip! A Tour to Explore All Must-Sees!

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

You will hike 2-3 hours along the old Tokaido highway some on cobbled paths and some on forest trails between Hakone Yumoto and Lake Ashi. Some part of this path is off-the-beaten track and we normally have the forest for ourselves. This part of the Hachiri has the best preserved cobbled path and more primitive forests. You will hike past the wood crafting village of Hakone - Hatajuku and we skip the steepest part of the trail by bus and reach a teahouse that has a history of 400 years. After an energising amasake, we will continue our hike to Lake Ashi where if you are lucky, you can have a picture with Mt Fuji and the lake view. The Hakone checkpoint is our last stop where you will understand the significance of Hakone in the history of Japan. At the end of the tour, you can then catch a bus or a ferry (pirate ship) to your next destination at around 1pm.

Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri (Half Day)

Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri (Half Day)

Private Tour to Hakone

There’s so much to see and do in and around Hakone, and this private tour is the perfect way to explore local highlights without having to do any research. Benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide to show you around the local area. The tour visits Ajisai Bridge, a 400-year-old teahouse, Hakone Shrine, and Mishima—where you can go on its Skywalk and access views of Mount Fuji.

Do You Want to Try Skywalk? A New Way of Enjoying Hakone!

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

On this flexible 8-hour private tour, you can enjoy Hakone at your own pace. You can choose 3 to 4 highlights from famous spots such as Owakudani volcanic valley, the Hakone Ropeway, the pirate ship cruise on Lake Ashi, beautiful gardens, world-class museums, or historic shrines. Whether it’s sunny or rainy, your guide will suggest the best places to visit. From outdoor scenic views to indoor attractions like the Hakone Open-Air Museum or craft workshops, there are many options to choose from. An English-speaking private guide will be with you, sharing local stories, helping with photos, and ensuring smooth, stress-free communication. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby for the tour. You’ll travel by public transport (trains, buses, shuttle buses, or on foot), so please note that transportation fees are not included in the tour price. Let us create a smooth and unforgettable Hakone experience just for you.

Only 1 Group per Day – Hakone Private Tour with Hotel Pickup

Only 1 Group per Day – Hakone Private Tour with Hotel Pickup

Hakone Private Custom Tour: Mt. Fuji View, Nature & Shrine

Discover Hakone’s beauty with a private guide – hot springs, stunning nature, and views of Mt. Fuji.

5 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on a breathtaking journey through Hakone, where nature and serenity converge. With convenient departure options from Shinjuku (Tokyo), Odawara, Gora, or Hakone-Yumoto, your adventure begins with a scenic ride on the Hakone Tozan Railway, followed by a cable car and ropeway offering panoramic views of majestic mountains and volcanic landscapes. As you ascend, witness the dramatic sight of steam rising from volcanic vents and immerse yourself in the beauty of Hakone’s mountainous terrain. Upon reaching Lake Ashi, board a tranquil sightseeing boat to glide across the water, soaking in stunning vistas framed by the towering presence of Mt. Fuji. Guided by an expert, this unforgettable experience invites you to explore one of Japan’s most iconic scenic destinations, blending natural beauty with cultural depth—perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Hakone Adventure: Explore Nature’s Beauty and Tranquility

Hakone Adventure: Explore Nature’s Beauty and Tranquility

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy a 4 to 4.5-hour hike to the highest peak in Hakone’s outer rim mountains on this tour. The second half of the hike becomes quite steep. A moderate level of fitness is recommended to get to the summit. However, the effort is well worth it! On the summit, you can see breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji and Hakone’s volcanic landscape on clear days!! The highlights are not only the beautiful views. This mountain is also the setting of Japan’s famous legends, “the legend of Kintaro”. Along the trail, you will visit places connected to the legend, including Kintoki Shrine and Kintoki Yadori-ishi Rock. A certified local mountain guide will introduce you to the local culture behind the legend and Hakone’s unique nature. At the summit, there is a mountain hut where we will enjoy lunch. Relax and take in the scenery while trying Japanese food in a unique mountain setting. After the challenging climb, the meal at the summit will taste truly special!

Hakone Private Hiking Tour to Mt. Kintoki with Mt. Fuji View

Hakone Private Hiking Tour to Mt. Kintoki with Mt. Fuji View

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

US$97US$92

Embark on a private tour in Hakone with a seasoned guide, enjoying breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. Immerse yourself in the splendor of nature and explore cultural landmarks with insights from our licensed experts in history and culture! You can begin your journey with our Tokyo-based guide. They will pick you up and accompany you to Hakone by train. (Please let us know if your accommodations are located outside of Tokyo.) Our guides are well-versed in Japanese history, culture, and traditions, and they are delighted to address any questions you may have throughout the journey. Furthermore, we offer advice on transportation, shopping, and more, unveiling hidden gems for capturing stunning photos and videos to commemorate every special moment of your journey.

Visiting Historical Sites in Hakone with a View of Mount Fuji

Visiting Historical Sites in Hakone with a View of Mount Fuji

US$170US$162

Reset your mind and reconnect with your senses in the forest of Hakone. In our modern world of information overload, our brains are constantly overstimulated. This tour offers an opportunity to quiet the mental noise and reconnect with your physical senses through the practice of Zen Walking on the historic Yusaka Trail—a mountain path tread by travelers and pilgrims for over 1,000 years. - Practice Zen Walking and refresh your mind on Hakone's historic pilgrimage trail. - Experience inner peace through meditation and Zen Walking. - Visit the Kumano Shrine, the birthplace of Hakone’s hot springs - Share your insights and reflections with fellow participants. - Easy access! Start on a rooftop just a 3-minute walk from Hakone-Yumoto.

Hakone Zen Walking Tour Following 1,000 Years of Footsteps

Hakone Zen Walking Tour Following 1,000 Years of Footsteps

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

You will hike around 8km in this trip and visit Lake Ashi, the Hachiri heritage path, Yamanaka Castle Ruins, Genbe River. The transportation between the sites is either on foot or by local bus. The guide will give you background of this historical part of Japan. You will traverse the Hakone Mountain like Edo period travellers and see Mt Fuji from different angles while you walk if weather permits. Hakone Hachiri is a Japan Heritage where you can experience how people traveled during Edo period (17th century). It is a part of the Old Tokaido Highway including the steep slope of Hakone mountains. Our Hakone Hachiri tour starts from Hakone Yumoto. We hike and take the bus to visit Amasake Tea House and walk on the cobble stone path to Lake Ashi where we will see the lake, Mt Fuji and the Torii gate of Hakone Shrine. After lunch near the Hakone Checkpoint, we take a bus to skip the temporally closed part and then resume the walk towards Mishima. Mishima Station is our ending point.

Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide

This tour involves 4–5 hours of hiking in Hakone (about 8–9 km), so guests need good fitness. You will traverse part of the outer rim of the Hakone caldera, with possible views of Lake Ashi, the Pacific Ocean and Mt Fuji when the weather is clear. After descending toward Sengokuhara, the day finishes with lunch and an onsen. The ascent takes about 90 minutes and gains roughly 500 metres. The ridge walk continues for about 2.5 hours through bamboo grass and seasonal scenery before descending to Togendai. Travel from Hakone-Yumoto to the trailhead is by local bus. The bus fare, lunch and onsen admission are not included in the Viator tour price.

Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour

Sencha-do is a tea ceremony that does not use powdered green tea. In sencha-do, tea is carefully brewed by infusing green tea leaves. In this workshop, you will first observe the tea ceremony to understand the atmosphere and its culture. Japanese sweets will also be served, so please enjoy the moment. After observing the ceremony, you can actually use a tea utensil to brew tea. Hope you will be surprised and discover something new about the taste of tea brewed yourself. You can also compare the taste with your friends and family.

Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Hakone

Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Hakone

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Yosegi Zaiku Craft Experience in Hakone

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

US$174US$166

Customize your private tour of Hakone, a popular destination in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park known for its hot springs resorts. Visit area attractions with your own professional guide, including Hakone Shrine, the crafts village of Hakone Yosegi Zaiku, and a traditional Japanese ‘kominka’ house. Tea is provided at one of Hakone’s age-old teahouses. Opt for a ride on the Hakone Ropeway cable car with views of Lake Ashi and Mt Fuji, and/or enjoy a riverside soak in a local ‘onsen’ (open-air hot spring).

Custom Private Tour in Hakone with a Certified Local Guide

Hakone, majestic moment waiting!

Perfect for Rainy Days This is a fully indoor experience, so you can enjoy it regardless of the weather. Take It Home Right Away Your finished artwork is ready to take home immediately after the experience. Just 5 Minutes from Hakone-Yumoto Station Easy to add to your Hakone sightseeing itinerary. Authentic Japanese Culture Experience Echizen washi, a traditional Japanese craft with over 1,000 years of history. Easy for Beginners No previous experience or special skills are required. An instructor will guide you. A Souvenir You Make Yourself Instead of buying a souvenir, create your own unique memory of Japan.

Create Your Own Washi in Hakone – Japanese Art Experience

Create Your Own Washi in Hakone – Japanese Art Experience

50 minutesFree Cancellation

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Hakone Zen Walking Tour Following 1,000 Years of Footsteps

Shino_N, Oct 2026

Just 2.5 Hours, but So Much to Discover Within

Between fulfilling my roles at home and at work every day, I’d started to feel like I wasn’t quite making eye contact with the person looking back at me in the mirror. I couldn’t really explain it, but I felt like I needed to step away from my everyday routine, spend some time in nature, and reconnect with myself. That’s when I came across this tour and decided to give it a try. And my hunch was right and I had a great time! Although the tour is only 2.5 hours long, I really appreciated how thoughtfully it was structured. We started by introducing ourselves and sharing what brought us there, followed by some gentle yoga and meditation to quiet our minds. Then we visited a shrine before finally entering the historic forest. Each step felt like a natural transition, gradually helping us slow down and get into the right frame of mind to turn our attention inward. Once in the forest, our guide introduced us to Zen walking—how to place our feet, where to focus our attention, and the mindset behind it. Nothing too rigid or complicated. From there, we simply walked at our own pace. As I focused on the sensations of the earth and stones beneath my feet, an interesting thought came to me: I’d always assumed I was supporting my own body, but wasn’t the ground actually supporting me? For a moment, I felt less like someone walking through nature and more like someone being held by it, as part of its natural harmony. It was fascinating to experience how a simple physical sensation could shift my entire perspective. Sometimes, apparently, the body figures things out before the mind does. In the woods, we laid out our mats and stretched out on the forest floor for some forest bathing. And oh my goodness, that felt amazing. My mind became incredibly quiet and clear, yet somehow I felt completely full at the same time. It was as if I’d become one of the trees growing in the forest. Honestly, I could have stayed right there all day… Toward the end of the tour, we had a lovely little session to share reflections with the group. I really enjoyed both expressing my own thoughts and hearing what everyone else’s thoughts from the experience. And to top it all off, after the tour, I stopped by a nearby hot spring for a day-use soak and enjoyed yet another gift from nature. Just when I thought I couldn’t possibly be any more relaxed, the hot spring proved me wrong. It was the perfect ending to a beautiful day of reconnecting with nature—and with myself.

Private Hakone Half-day Car Tour with Hotel Pickup - Local Guide

Lynn_P, Oct 2026

Lovely day in Hakone

We booked this private half day tour so we could get around Hakone easily and see things a little off the beaten path. We came by public transportation the day before and had spent the previous day on our own, seeing a number of the things covered by the Hakone Free Pass. Our guide, Kumi, tailored our day specifically for us, to show us the things we hadn't seen. She was very responsive, inyeresting, kind, pleasant and fun. We saw a lot of beautiful scenery and number of things we would not have seen without her. Highly recommend.

Private Tour - Hakone Day Trip! A Tour to Explore All Must-Sees!

Luzviminda_T, Sept 2026

We had a great tour guide...

We had a great tour guide who was fluent and knowledgeable of our tour. He even scouted for a very good restaurant in the area and it was our best lunch ever in Japan. He also suggested a good route to go back to Tokyo. Also, he gave us some advice as to what else we could do for the rest of our stay in Hakone.

Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

Lisa_R, Aug 2026

An Unforgettable Day in Hakone with Masa!

We had an awesome tour of the Hakone area with Masa! Even though the weather prevented us from doing our planned hike, Masa seamlessly adapted the day and made sure we still had an incredible experience. He is exceptionally kind, helpful, and packed with interesting information about the area. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and highly recommend booking with Masa to anyone visiting Japan and heading to Hakone!

Hakone Private Custom Tour: Mt. Fuji View, Nature & Shrine

Siobhan_L, Jul 2026

Incredible tour with breathtaking views

This was the highlight of our Japan trip (mom and 13yo son). This tour gave us a chance to try the rope way up the mountain and explore the volcanic landscape at the top. Some incredible sights! Our tour guide Ken was very friendly and helpful with explaining the landscape of the area. He also explained to us the importance of the various gates. He waited patiently with us so we could get the photo under the big gate :) it was so much fun and I was so glad we had a guide to help us navigate through the various places. Having Ken help us navigate through this really made it possible to more enjoy the experience. We highly recommend!

Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide

Donna_S, May 2026

Hakone Overview

It was a great overview of different sites in Hakone. Our guide Yumiko-san took us to a local restaurant for lunch that had really good authentic feel. The other sites also were not too touristy and was very relaxing. I love that we got to experience a tea ceremony in Gora Park one last time before leaving Japan. It was a long day but really maximized the sightseeing.

Create Your Own Washi in Hakone – Japanese Art Experience

Anonymous, Mar 2026

箱根で和紙！伝統文化体験！

English Review This was one of the most meaningful experiences during our time in Hakone. The atmosphere was calm and welcoming, allowing us to truly focus on the traditional art of Japanese papermaking. The instructor was kind, patient, and explained each step clearly, making it easy even for beginners. Creating my own handmade washi paper was a special moment and a wonderful memory to take home. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for an authentic and peaceful cultural activity in Hakone. 🇯🇵 日本語訳箱根での滞在中、特に心に残る体験のひとつになりました。落ち着いた温かい雰囲気の中で、日本の伝統的な和紙作りにじっくり向き合うことができました。講師の方は親切で丁寧に一つひとつ説明してくださり、初心者でも安心して楽しめます。自分で漉いた和紙は特別な思い出となりました。箱根で本格的で穏やかな文化体験を求めている方に、ぜひおすすめしたいです。