Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo with English Speaking Driver Guide

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Tokyo, Japan

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10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8

· Jacquelyn_B ·

Mar 2026

Amazing views of Mt Fuji and the lakes surrounding it. Our guide Roshan took us to all the best spots for viewing the mountain. He suggested an early departure time to avoid traffic/crowds, thus ensuring a very enjoyable experience.

· Kavitha_N ·

Dec 2025

We had a very smooth experience from pick up to drop off. Rana was very knowledgeable and was able to point out vantage points for us to view Mount Fuji and surroundings on a beautiful day. He was helpful and courteous and we recommend the agency highly.

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Overview

Witness Japan’s iconic Mt. Fuji on a private day trip from Tokyo with hotel pickup included. Escape the city to visit scenic spots like Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine, and Lake Kawaguchiko. Customize your itinerary to suit your interests and enjoy a hassle-free day in the countryside.

Customize this private tour to suit your needs and interests
Avoid the hassle of self-driving or catching public transport
Take a break from busy Tokyo and immerse yourself in nature
Explore at your own pace on a private tour with hotel pickup included

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Highway toll tax
Driver/Guide
Pick up & Drop off included please Write your pick up address in “SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS” option
Gasoline/Petrol
Private transport only for your group
Driver suggest you to see best sites of itinerary or you can choose but not possible to go all sites

Food, Drink, Lunch
Fuji 5th station Entrance fees 2100 Japanese Yen Per group
Overtime charge 5000¥ per extra hour after 10 hours Hotel to Hotel Time

¥5,000.00 per booking

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

If your hotel is not mentioned in the list Please book tour & day before tour we contact you & ask your pick up address. Or write your pick up address in special requirements option. Airport pick drop extra cost applies please book tour our representative will inform you about extra cost. Pick up & Drop off included in TOKYO AREA & OUTSIDE TOKYO AREA send your pick up address in special requirements or book tour we will contact you & ask for your pick up address Our English speaking private guide in person Driver very professional & friendly who work hard to make the tour memorable & with full of fun for you. We suggest that to avoid traffic rush hours pick up early is better. if you go early like 7am or 7:15am or 7:30am or 7:45am then you can avoid traffic jam rush hours & you can see lots of places in mt Fuji. It’s our suggestion but what time you tell us we will pick up that time. NOTE: Hiking season start in July, Aug, September mt Fuji 5th station entrance fees 2500¥ JPY per person cost & shuttle bus bring to Mt fuji 5th station. You can skip mt Fuji 5th station if you don’t want to go for hiking other Mt fuji surrounding areas you can see mt Fuji clear close view & other Attractions places Our tour is fully customizable you can add or skip any place. This is Private Tour for only your group members participate. Note : It is not possible to go all places the mentioned in itinerary. It is just idea which places you like to visit OR our driver guide will give you best idea and suggest you to see best places mentioned in itinerary.

Itinerary

Lake Kawaguchiko

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mt. Fuji 5th Station

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Oshino Hakkai

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oishi Park

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Yamanaka

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Narusawa Ice Cave

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fugaku Wind Cave

44 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nemba

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
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

4.8

based on 471 reviews

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Great day with great views of Mt Fuji

Catherine_M, Apr 2026

Our day didn’t start as planned—but it turned into one of the most memorable experiences of our trip. We had booked a tour well in advance with another company, only to be left waiting at 7:00 AM with no driver and no communication. After that disappointment, we quickly pivoted and booked a last-minute tour through Viator. That’s how we were connected with Nihon Horizon Tours, and from that point on, everything changed for the better. Within a short time, they confirmed our booking and had us on the road by 11:00 AM. Our driver, Naqvi Zahid, was exceptional from start to finish. Despite a cloudy day, he remained optimistic that we might still catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji. More importantly, he made sure the journey itself was just as rewarding. He was patient, professional, and incredibly attentive—taking us to scenic stops, pointing out great photo opportunities, and ensuring we experienced more than just the destination. We visited Lake Kawaguchiko, explored the serene Fujisan Hongū Sengen Taisha—surrounded by towering trees said to be over 700 years old—and even had time to stop, relax, and enjoy some food and drinks along the way. At every step, he ensured we were comfortable and fully engaged in the experience. By the end of the day, he had safely returned us to our hotel, and what started as a frustrating morning turned into an unforgettable tour. We are planners by nature, so when things fall apart, it’s not easy—but the way this experience was turned around meant a lot to us. The team at Nihon Horizon Tours truly came through, and it’s clear that people like Naqvi Zahid take pride in their work. They work hard, and they deserve recognition. I’m grateful we chose them, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this experience to anyone visiting Japan.🇯🇵 Book with them 100%!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. We’re so glad you had a good experience. Our company Driver/Guide Provide you best tour services. We work hard to deliver the best service possible, and we’re glad it showed during your visit. We hope to see you again soon! Thanks you so much for using our services.

Our tour guide, Rana,...

Srikanth_C, Apr 2026

Our tour guide, Rana, arrived right on time to pick us up, and we started early. Thanks to this, we avoided traffic and returned to our hotel right on schedule. Rana recommended a beautiful waterfall—absolutely stunning—and he took plenty of photos for us. We then stopped at Lake Saiko and Oishi Park at Lake Kawaguchiko—though it was cloudy in the morning. Later, when we reached Chureito Pagoda (🌸), climbing the steps rewarded us with a breathtaking, cloud-free Mount Fuji view. The cherry blossoms (🌸) were the highlight! We ended at Oshino Hakkai Village, with its ponds, souvenir shops, and traditional homes. Overall, it was a 10-12 hour tour. We had an incredible time, and we wholeheartedly give it a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating. If you book a tour, request Rana—his expertise made it worth every penny!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Great Tour Guide

Loly_A, Mar 2026

If you are looking for the perfect guide for Mount Fuji, Rana is your guy. We showed up with a solid family itinerary, but he completely optimized our plan and took us to incredible spots we never would have found on our own. He was incredibly accommodating with our schedule. Pick up was a breeze, and he was flexible enough to drop us right at the Shinkansen station so we could easily catch our train to Kyoto. He also pointed us to a fantastic local food spot that was exactly what we needed. Honestly, one of the biggest bonuses was having Rana step in as our group photographer. I usually take all the pictures, so it is notoriously hard to get everyone in the frame at these epic locations. We are so grateful he was there to make sure we actually have great photos with the whole family together. I cannot recommend Rana enough!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Spectacular Mount Fuji

Jacquelyn_B, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Worth every penny!

Giovanni_N, Mar 2026

For our first trip to Japan, we wanted to see as much as we could in the short time we were there. We wanted to see Mt. Fuji and the surrounding area.. Our guide, Rana, not only took us to shrines, surrounding lakes and historic village locations, but also shared recommendations that made our trip even that much more awesome! The day went by very fast, but we never felt rushed. He was very accommodating and friendly. I would most definitely recommend- well worth the price.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Jamil was a very good tour guide.

Maria_M, Mar 2026

We had a very good experience during our trip to Mt. Fuji. Jamil was professional, and knowledgeable. We learned many things of the Japanese culture.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Cloudy Mt. Fuji

Gene_S, Mar 2026

Unfortunately, the trip was a bust because of cloudy days and only had glimpses of Mt. Fuji - completely not the fault of the company. However, I do think that this is not an unusual problem and that there should have been contingencies and other options for these circumstances. Our guide answered questions, but it would have been nice to have someone a little more pro-active.

Amazing Mt. Fuji Day Trip👍😊

Xiao_J, Feb 2026

We had an amazing day trip to Mt. Fuji last week. Thanks so much to our driver and tour guide Rana, we were able to get to all the places we wished to visit in the Mt. Fuji area. Mostly importantly i can customized our own itinerary and was able to enjoyed the hot spring at the end of the trip. This is our route Chureito Pagoda → Oshino Hakkai → Oishi Park → Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center → Fuji Yurari Hot Spring. We were a group of 5 people and were able to get this trip done right on schedule within 10 hours. Rana was very responsive and he messaged me the day before our tour and checked on when we would like to start. He showed up right on time in the morning outside our hotel for pickup. During the tour, he recommended us places to visit to avoid the crowds and the most impressive part was that he was able to take us to a nice rest station with clean bathroom, bakery and restaurant and free self service drinking station rest area right before we head to Mt. Fuji attractions. We were so glad that we waited until our stop at Oishi park to get the ice cream as suggested by Rana! That was the most delicious ice cream I ever had. 😋 would definitely recommend this day tour to anyone who wants to visit Mt. Fuji. Tips: closely monitor the weather and the Mt. Fuji visibility before your trip, can coordinate with tour company to change the day if needed. Also, we were well prepared with sandwiches and rice wraps to eat during our rides which enabled us to visited all places we wanted to go within 10 hours.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Mt Fuji with Commander Rana

Sanjeev_S, Feb 2026

Woh what a trip by an expert commander guide "Rana". An absolute expert in guidance/ planning and accommodating with other addhoc requests along the way. All including meal break and restroom stops all thought off, along with photographic locations. Places visited - 5 Storey's Shrine with 400 steps of absolutely amazing views, Oshino Hakkai Village with Mt Fuji spring water and museum with views of Mt Fuji, followed by Shirato waterfall with lifetime views of Mt Fuji that will be unforgettable. Thank you Rana for your expertise and personal guidance <> you truly are a professional and an absolute legend.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Fuji Day Trip

Kevin_C, Feb 2026

Our tour guide Mirza was amazing, his English is exceptional and he speaks five languages! Great driver and very knowledgeable about the area, and knew all of the best places to stop for pictures! He was our 'personal photographer' and did a fantastic job. He took us to his favorite restaurant at our request, and helped us choose the best items - this turned out to be a great experience...ask for Mirza, you will have a wonderful experience like we did.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Booked the trip for 9 AM....

Evgeny_M, Jan 2026

Booked the trip for 9 AM. Driver did not come nobody tested or called me of any delay, even tho I was requested my number a day before the trip. I tried calling provider (not trip advisor for 30 minutes with no luck). After I called trip advisor and they offered to refund. I decided to wait. Then after 1 hour I got the call from provider with the story that the driver got into accident and was not able to call or text or communicate to me or to provider and they offered a new trip tomorrow for or the option to have another driver at 11:30. We decided to go at 11:30 as our next day was planned. The provider downgraded us to the regular car (previously it was lux car) and refunded the difference. We asked to refund the lost time but no answer or refund was sent. The trip itself was okay and the driver was nice and knowledgeable - cannot complaint. But the entire organization by the provider - just 3 out of 5. Try your luck if you have time. Otherwise pick someone else.

rip off

curtis_a, Jan 2026

This tour group left us stranded. We booked the tour and no one showed up and would not answer the phone. We called and even hotel and Viator called. So total of 5 calls and no one answered. We woke up early and waited 2 hours for these guys and they would not even answer the phone

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thanks for your review but you booked tour same day morning time 8am and ask to pick up at 8:30am so we have to arrange driver and van car it took time if you book tour 12 hours before then no problem our driver pick up at 8:30am but very short notice you booked then we contacted you also and you said you ant refund money and can not schedule for next day so we give you full refund. Atleast if you book same day then please give us 2 hours time to arrange everything not like you booked same day tour 8am and said pick at 8:30am it’s very short notice.

Lovely Winter Visit to Mt. Fuji

Sandy_C, Jan 2026

Mukarram was an outstanding tour guide. He took us to all the places we wanted to see and also suggested a few additional stops, including spots with breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. Throughout the day, he shared stories, jokes, and interesting facts about Japan and Japanese culture, which made the experience both informative and enjoyable. Overall, it was a productive and beautiful day. Fuji-san, in all its glory, truly did not disappoint.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Great experience

Kavitha_N, Dec 2025

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Our guide Osman barely...

Katherine_S, Nov 2025

Our guide Osman barely spoke to us. He was busy looking at his iPhone videos which of course is not safe. Mt Fuji was very nice and we got to see amazing views. I would recommend the Mt Fuji tour but not with this guide.

Extremely kind and knowledgeable tour guide made for an unforgettable day

Margaret_Z, Nov 2025

Prem was a phenomenal tour guide and was extremely accommodating to my family's needs and requests. Thanks to him, we had a fantastic day touring the Mt. Fuji area. I've already recommended him to other relatives for their future travels in Tokyo!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Exceptional Service and an Amazing Experience

LESLIE_F, Oct 2025

What a fantastic day! Prem, our driver, was right on time and made the journey to Mt. Fuji incredibly comfortable and enjoyable. Along the way, he thoughtfully stopped for snacks and ensured we had everything we needed. He perfectly balanced giving us freedom to explore with having a well-planned itinerary for guidance, which we definitely needed. Prem took us to the shrine, the lake, the pagoda, and even found the ideal spot for a delicious sushi lunch. If we were not feeling a certain location, he was happy to adjust and take us somewhere else. On top of that, he was a skilled and careful driver, making the long trip relaxing and fun. His friendliness, thoughtfulness, and expertise made the entire day truly memorable. Overall, we could not recommend Prem highly enough. He is an outstanding driver and guide.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Memorable trip to Mt. Fuji

arip_s, Oct 2025

A truly memorable experience — the Hello Kitty boat ride on Lake Kawaguchi is not to be missed. Our chauffeur, Usman, was outstanding: professional, kind, and remarkably patient. His photography skills captured our family moments beautifully, turning an ordinary trip into something special. I was genuinely impressed that we managed to visit all the key attractions around Mt. Fuji, even with two young children (ages 6 and 10) and my wife, who enjoys a bit of leisurely window shopping. Usman coordinated the day seamlessly, guiding us through each scenic and Instagram-worthy location, taking wonderful photos despite the crowds, and even queuing to buy flower-flavored ice cream for our family. A highly recommended tour for families seeking comfort, efficiency, and unforgettable memories around Mt. Fuji.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

No tour guide!!! Horrible...

Catherine_M, Oct 2025

No tour guide!!! Horrible customer service!! I called Viator to find out where the tour guide was located, after taking a train from the port terminal to the meeting which was over 1/2 hour from the cruise port. No one there.

A great experience

Dana_C, Oct 2025

It was a wonderful experience. Jamil was a great tour guide. He was very informative, friendly and accommodating. He also made suggestions to places that he thought that we may enjoy. It was an amazing day thanks to Jamil.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

We recently went on a...

Barbara_B, Sep 2025

We recently went on a tour to Mt. Fuji, and overall, it was a beautiful and memorable experience. The weather was perfect — clear skies all day — and we were lucky enough to get an incredible view of Mt. Fuji. The stops along the way were enjoyable and well-planned, and the day felt truly special. Traveling from our hotel in Tokyo took about 3 hours due to traffic leaving the city. Our guide, Mani, had kindly warned us ahead of time that leaving earlier would help beat the traffic, but being from the US East Coast and coming off a late night, we were okay with the slower pace. The only real criticism from our group was the strong, unpleasant odor in the van. It seemed as though someone may have spent the night in the vehicle, and unfortunately, the smell made the 3-hour ride each way quite uncomfortable. It really impacted our comfort level during an otherwise great day. We truly appreciated Mani’s insights and the overall organization of the tour, but we do hope that future guests get to enjoy a fresher and more comfortable ride.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Glorified taxi ride

MICHAEL_M, Sep 2025

It was basically a glorified taxi ride. No information about the area during the ride. So quite we fell asleep. Nice guy, but not what I was hoping for

Mt fuji

jamie_k, Jul 2025

Hassan was a great tour guide. He did a wonderful job with my family. He was extremely detailed in everything he did and even carried our backpacks and shoppi.g packages for us. He became apart of our family for the day . Great job H!!

Great tour, perfect package and responsive

Jeni_E, Jun 2025

Im the travel agent and this is my client told me after they get back from the hotel. "They having so much fun" Thank you

Our driver Prince was on...

linda_k, Jun 2025

Our driver Prince was on time and was in contact before arriving. He showed up happy and enthusiastic even though the day was gloomy and I wasn't very optimistic on our chances of getting a good view. He was informative on all the sites and gave us a detailed tour on the sites we visited. Unfortunately the clouds only broke for 2 minutes and Prince jumped on it to snap a quick photo of what we could see. He was also very attentive and took amazing photos of us through out the day. Hopefully we can come back soon and try again. Recommend this tour because the convenience of a private van and friendly service.

Not a guided tour

Michel_K, May 2025

This is my second time booking this trip with Viator. My first experience was not a good one given the fact that weather was bad, therefore impossibility to see the mountain, and our guide, while a very nice person, was just a chauffeur: dropping us at places and asking us to do the tour ourselves. This time, same issue with our “guide”: dropping us and asking us to take care of things. So be careful of what you book and ensure you have a real guide. The cost of having a chauffeur only was too high at $500+ for 3 hours of driving and most of our guide’s time, waiting for us

Mt Fuji with Prince and Hasan

Marek_W, May 2025

Despite some problems with providing a bus for a larger number of people, the operator fulfilled the agreement and provided transport with two buses. Thanks to them, Prince and Hasan, this trip made sense and was really at a very high level. Great care, professionalism and knowledge of the places visited. I really recommend it!

We had a fantastic time...

Amelyn_M, May 2025

We had a fantastic time on this tour with Jamid. He recommended leaving early to get ahead of traffic and get pictures of Mt. Fuji with a beautiful blue sky backdrop. Jamid took us to several sites and took as many pictures of our family as we asked. I would highly recommend this tour with Jamid. He exceeded our expectations and made this a perfect, memorable experience.

Mt Fuji tour

Robert_C, Apr 2025

Jamil was an amazing guide ,driver attending to our every needs,and making sure we got the best your possible,excellent day.

My Mt. Fuji Tour Was Hijacked

Robert_M, Apr 2025

The driver showed up at our pickup point in a vehicle that he knew was having break problems. That was at 8:45 AM. He then drove us around Tokyo for about an hour, stopped at a rental car place, said give me 3 minutes and proceeded to get out of the car. He left us passengers inside the car on the side of a busy street for 20 minutes without saying a word. He then came back and told us he was trying to change out the car because of the break problem. His boss told him that one would not be available until 11:30 A. The driver then got back into the vehicle and drove us around Tokyo for another 1 hr 25 minutes to another rental car place. We were given 15 minutes for a bathroom break and a chance to buy a bag of chips and a drink at a local convenience store. At approximately 11:45 AM (3 hrs after being picked up) he started us on our tour. It took us another 2-1/2 hours driving to get to our first stop. The road to Mt. Fuji 5th station was closed and was unavailable, so Lake Kawaguchiko was our first stop. We were given only 15 minutes to get out, stretch our legs, go to the bathroom, and take a few photos. Our next stop was Oshi Park. Again, we were given 20 minutes to get out, stretch our legs, and take some photos. The driver then told us that we could not go to the Chureito Pagoda because it would take too much time. Our next stop was at Oshino Hakkai for 30 minutes. This place was a zoo with all the people there (shoulder to shoulder). You could hardly walk through the place, let alone buy something or get something to eat. Our last stop was at Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine. We had only 20 minutes to do what we had to do prior to getting back into the car for a 2-1/2 hour drive back to the cruise ship. Again not enough time to stand in line to get something to eat or to buy anything. We arrived back at the cruise ship a 1/2 hour prior to all-aboard signal was given. The traffic on the ride back had all of us afraid that we wouldn't make it in time.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thanks for your feedback. When our driver pick up you and on the way to mt fuji breaks car problems start and then we inform you that if you want to proceed the tour we need to change the car because suddenly break problem in car start on the way to Mt Fuji. And our driver and manager told you we have to arrange car from toyota rental shop that is near to our place but toyota rental shop said 11:30am they car provides us new brand car. Then our driver and manager told you if you can not wait then we can cancel the tour and you will get full refund but if you can wait till 11:30am then we can change new car and proceed the tour. But you said yes we can wait until 11:30am amd we no need refund and we will not give bad feedback back also then we paid 350$ extra from our pocket for new brand car at toyota rental shop and bring you for mt fuji tour ams our driver brings all the places mentioned in itineraries and even gave you extra hours so you should satisfy. But again you give bad feedback. It was very unfortunate that car breaks got problems suddenly and we already inform you that if you want we can cancel tour and you get full refund but you and your all team member told us that you can wait until 11:30 am and change the new brand car from Toyota rental shop and our company paid extra 350$ for that. And our driver gave you extra hour’s service with any extra overtime and still you not satisfied. Sorry if you are not satisfied but we tried our best to give you best service.

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