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Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train

11 hours
Up to 10
Tokyo
English
4.8068314 · 30564 reviews

Why we picked this

Few day trips from Tokyo pack as much into a single day as this one — Mt. Fuji's 5th Station, the steaming volcanic landscape of Hakone Ropeway, a cruise across the glassy surface of Lake Ashi, and the thrill of the Shinkansen home. It's a genuine highlights reel of Japan's most iconic natural scenery, and the fact that it ends with a bullet train rather than a long bus ride back makes a real difference to how the day feels.

The guides are a genuine standout here. Yuta, Sora, and Lovely appear across dozens of reviews by name — each praised for keeping energy high, delivering sharp commentary, and holding the group together without it ever feeling rushed. That kind of consistent, named-guide praise across 30,000+ reviews is a strong signal of a well-run operation, not a lucky streak.

A few things to set expectations: Mt. Fuji's peak is frequently obscured by cloud, especially in summer — that's weather, not a flaw, and most guests still find the experience worthwhile. The included buffet lunch draws mixed comments (functional rather than memorable), and stop times are short. But for first-time visitors wanting to see Fuji and Hakone without navigating Japan's rail system independently, this tour delivers excellent value and reliability at a fair price.

Vetted by Roam Trips

Named guides Yuta, Sora, and Lovely praised consistently across reviews

Bullet train return to Tokyo saves time and adds a Japan moment

Hakone Ropeway offers sweeping views over volcanic terrain and Fuji

Lake Ashi cruise with open water and mountain backdrops

Over 30,000 reviews signal a dependable, well-tested operation

Multilingual audio guidance supports non-English-speaking travel companions

Escape from the city of Tokyo and discover Japan's natural miracle around the World Heritage Mt. Fuji and Hakone in 1 day! The deluxe coach will take you to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji first. And then enjoy a Lunch buffet with local fresh food at the bottom of Mt. Fuji! Feel the energy from beautiful Hakone nature! Go for a landscape ride on a sky gondola then feel the breeze from a Lake Ashi cruise. For return, take the bullet train to Tokyo station. ・Maximize time in Japan in 1 day to see the World Heritage Mt. Fuji and Hakone ・A Professional English-speaking tour guide ・Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK ・Relax yourself with the nature of Hakone ・Exhilarating experience at Hakone Ropeway!

1
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
30 minutes

Take a deep breath at the wonderful nature while seeing magnificent scenery. Feel the sacred atmosphere at the Shinto shrine on the 5th station. Note: if access beyond the 4th station is unavailable, an alternative site such as Oshino Hakkai will be visited.

2
Mount Fuji
40 minutes

Japanese lunch buffet with local fresh ingredients at the base of Mt. Fuji (lunch option). Vegetarian and Muslim-friendly meals available on request. Note: Halal, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly meals are not available — guests with these requirements should bring their own lunch.

3
Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Pass by

Visit either Mt. Hakone or Mt. Komitake to see the beauty of the Hakone area.

4
Hakone Ropeway
30 minutes

Exhilarating cable car ride with a wonderful view of Hakone nature and Mt. Fuji.

5
Lake Ashinoko
30 minutes

Refreshing cruise of Lake Ashi, a caldera lake, with beautiful natural landscape views.

6
Odawara Station
5 minutes

Tour ends here — take the bullet train from Odawara Station to Tokyo Station.

7
Tokyo Station
5 minutes

Tour concludes at Tokyo Station around 18:10.

A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
If you have a severe restriction about food
please book without lunch and bring your own lunch.
Lake Ashi Cruise fee
Pick up from Matsuya Ginza(7:20am) or LOVE Shinjuku(7:50am)
Buffet Lunch (If selected)
Vegetarian and Muslim-friendly Lunch available. Please request upon booking. (who ordered lunch)
Bullet train ticket to Tokyo station
Air Conditioned Bus with free WiFi
Multilingual Audio Guidance
Hakone Ropeway fee
Gratuity (not obligatory)
Food and drinks
Hotel Pick up and Drop-off service (Only one planned point for all customers)
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
MEETING POINT
Pickup: meet everyone at start point

From

$155.81
/ group of 10
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Secure
Free cancellation
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Roam Score
Vetted by our Japan team
Reputation88
Safety78
Transparency72
Value82
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