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

Recommended by 94% of travelers

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Hakone, Japan

Great choice

5+ bookings last month.

5 to 7 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

What's Included

A local expert guide
Itinerary planning support (customized arrangements based on weather and your preferences)
Assistance and guidance in using public transportation
Photography support (including introduction to the best photo spots)

Transportation fees during the tour

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Gora Station
Gora, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408, Japan
The meeting point is at the ticket gate of Gōra Station, accessible via the Hakone Tozan Railway. Upon arrival, please look for the guide holding a sign with the name of the service. If you have any questions or cannot find the guide, please contact us using the details provided after booking.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Hakone Ropeway Ōwakudani Station

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Owaku-dani Valley

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Ashinoko

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hakone Pirate Ship Tōgendai Port

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hakone Jinja

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Onshi Hakone Park

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 31 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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A great and informative tour of Thai fascinating area

Christopher_D, Apr 2026

I only had 5 hours to explore the area and the tour was perfect for me. The guide (Taku) was superb and showed me everything I wanted to see. Even the view of Fuji was stunning! A perfect tour!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that the tour fit perfectly into your limited time and allowed you to see everything you hoped for. It’s especially great to know that you were able to enjoy such a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again.

Disappointing Hakone tour

Vin_P, Apr 2026

Awful tour of Hakone. The local tour company used by Viator was absolutely unaccommodating. The weather on the day of the tour was so poor with heavy winds, pouring rain and zero visibility. It was so terrible that the boat portion of the tour was cancelled by Hakone. But the local tour company refused to cancel and refused to offer any portion of a refund. And disappointingly, Viator failed to support us in our request. Very disappointing. The local tour operator (sub contractor) was YURAGI travels and I would sincerely say that they do not support clients in any way and are only interested in a money grab. Very sad. Very unprofessional !

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and we are genuinely sorry that the weather in Hakone that day was so severe. Conditions like those are rare, and we understand how disheartening it is when a long-awaited trip is affected by something completely out of anyone's hands. A couple of clarifications that we hope are helpful for anyone reading: • YURAGI is not the operator of the Hakone pirate ship cruise. That service is run independently by the local cruise company, and the decision to suspend sailings that day was made by them for passenger safety. • Our cancellation and refund policy is flexible, and we often accommodate guests on a case-by-case basis. For bookings made via Viator, however, refund decisions are handled and finalized by Viator's own review team. In this case, Viator assessed the situation and made their determination independently. We care deeply about every guest's experience and regret that this one ended on a disappointing note. If you ever return to Japan, we would welcome the chance to host you again under better skies. Warm regards, The YURAGI Team

Exceptional tour

Terence_K, Apr 2026

A very good tour. Our time well spent since we are only stay for two nights in Harkone. Our guide, Ken is very helpful and knowledgeable with the places we went. Also gave us advice on how to tour efficiently. Highly recommended.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you were able to make the most of your short stay in Hakone and that the tour felt worthwhile. It’s wonderful to know that the guidance and advice helped you explore efficiently and comfortably. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again.

We moved through the Hakone Loop easily with Hina!

Karen_S, Apr 2026

We chose to do a private tour as we only had one full day in Hakone and read about the long lines along the Hakone loop. We are very glad we did this as our guide Hina knew all the best ways to get us through so even though it was a high traffic time, we made it through all the main sites in one day. Hina had excellent communication - she was very responsive by text and helped us each step of the way knowing where to get ticket upgrades and which lines to stand in. When we did have to wait in line, she was able to share information about the site and answer our questions. She knew all the places to take great photos and sent us beautiful photos she had taken of us with her camera. And she knew where to find local artwork at the gift shops. Thank you Hina for making our brief time in Hakone maximally enjoyable!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you very much for your detailed and thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that your day in Hakone was smooth and enjoyable despite the busy season, and that the tour helped you make the most of your limited time. It’s wonderful to know that the guidance, communication, and thoughtful support contributed to such a memorable experience. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again.

Hina was a wonderful...

Harold_L, Mar 2026

Hina was a wonderful guide, very attentive to our needs and the speed that my wife and I were able to walk (we are elderly). She also had a very open and relaxed nature, chatting with us while we were waiting for our transportation from site to site (Hakone ropeway, pirate ship). The tour stops were very good, offering great views of Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you very much for your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour at a comfortable pace and that our guide’s attentive and relaxed approach made the experience pleasant for you both. It’s wonderful to know that the scenic views of Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi added to your enjoyment. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again.

This is very scenic but...

Michael_S, Mar 2026

This is very scenic but the views are weather dependent. Buy the Hakone Free pass at a ticket counter.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you very much for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the scenic beauty, and we appreciate your helpful note about the weather conditions and travel tips. Insights like yours are very valuable for future guests planning their visit. We hope to welcome you again on another memorable journey.

recommend tour

Hal_D, Nov 2025

This tour was so nice. My guide, Takumi, has a lot of knowledge and so kind. I highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you very much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that our guide’s kindness and knowledge made your experience so enjoyable. Your warm recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again.

Great afternoon

Michael_G, Sep 2025

We had a wonderful trip I. The Hakone Roadway is a can't miss if you are in Hakone. Our guides were very nice and informative.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you for your kind review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the Hakone Roadway and that our guides’ knowledge and warm hospitality made your trip memorable. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another journey in Japan.

Our tour was completely...

Alexandra_I, Sep 2025

Our tour was completely enjoyable from beginning to end. Yuragi was extremely professional and informative about the history and culture of Japan. It was a great touch to use the various modes of public transportation including the cable car, ropeway, and Lake Ashi boat to connect all the highlights. He chose an excellent restaurant for lunch as well. I highly recommend.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you very much for sharing such a wonderful review. I am truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour from beginning to end. I also had a wonderful time exploring Hakone together with you. I look forward to welcoming you again on another journey when you visit Japan next time. Wishing you many more wonderful travels ahead.