Japan · HAKONE TOURS
A shortlist you could hand to a friend: 15 hakone tours that hold up, each with what it costs, what travellers said afterwards and the detail worth knowing before you commit.
Explore Hakone your way with a licensed guide, choosing four sites across lakes, shrines, museums, volcanoes, and mountain views.
“Our guide Yumi was extremely knowledgeable about the surroundings areas, and explained the history and culture of each place we visited in great detail. She was friendly and kind; it was a fantastic experience and we cannot recommend it enough!”
A private seven-hour Hakone tour with a local guide, shrine, Lake Ashi, ropeway option, historic teahouse, lunch, and flexible pacing.
“In the interest of full disclosure, we did take another half-day tour before taking this tour. This likely limited the sights that Hiroko could show us. That being said, while this tour was OK, it was not all that special or interesting. Communication prRead more”
Review of Hakone’s private 8-hour tour, with custom stops, licensed guides, volcanic sights, museums, transport advice, costs, and practical tips.
“Ami was a wonderful guide and we all had a wonderful day. A real highlight of our Japan trip. It was a great trip and never rushed.”
Review of a private Hakone day tour with Lake Ashi, Owakudani, shrines, ropeway, cable car, guide support, costs, and practical tips.
“We had an amazing time exploring the Hakone area with Akira. He tailored the one day experience perfectly to our interests. Including cruising across Lake Ashi, strolling the through the Hakone Open-Air Museum, traveling the Hakone RRead more”
Review of the 9-hour Hakone Hachiri hike, with ancient roads, cedar trees, Lake Ashi, Mt Fuji views, history, and practical booking advice.
“Tony was an excellent guide. I HIGHLY recommend him! His knowledge of history is on point and he made the hike absolutely the best!! Prepare yourself for fantastic views, a history lesson, and so many memories on this trip!! I will advise this hike every time!!! 5/5 stars for Tony!!!”
See Hakone’s shrines, volcano, lake, waterfalls, and old roads by private car with a flexible local guide in four to five hours.
“My partner and I only had two days to spend in Hakone so we wanted to make the most of it and our tour with Kumi checked every box! Kumi picked us up right from our hotel and immediately whisked us away to see some of Hakone’s most beautiful sights. We visited waterfalls, shrines, and the beautiful Lake Ashi and Hakone Ropeway. Seeing so many beautiful sights in just one morning left us feeling amazed and breath taken. Kumi told us many interesting stories and gave us all the history and information we could ask for. We were delighted with this tour and would recommend it to others.”
Review of Hakone Hachiri’s 8km heritage hike, Lake Ashi views, Edo history, transport details, costs, and guide Aki.
“The tour included hiking on quiet trails and then exploring the region by bus and by foot. It was a very rewarding experience. Akihiro was very kind and good natured and knowledgeable about history and nature, and he took us to places we wouldn’t have even know about. We had a fabulous time.”
Climb five floors of Odawara Castle, see samurai armor and swords, stroll flower gardens, and enjoy views across Sagami Bay.
Hike Hakone’s caldera rim, enjoy Mt Fuji views, local lunch, and a restorative onsen with a certified guide.
“This was a great day's hike. Good views and a very interesting and patient guide. I think it's best for active families or individuals and there is uneven terrain but it was delightful day. We are glad we did the hike even though it was foggy and we couldn't see Fuji.”
Explore Odawara Castle, samurai armor, and hands-on ninja skills on this lively 150-minute English guided tour from $116.
“One of the best tours we’ve done. Was so interesting to learn about the ninja, practice the weapons, moving and focus techniques. Our tour guides customized it to what we cared about and shared interesting information about the town, the castle, history, and especially the ninja. Totally worth the day trip from Tokyo. Don’t miss this!!!”
Explore Hakone by train, ropeway, cruise, and bus, with Mt Fuji views, a 200-year woodcraft workshop, shrine, and old tea house.
“Our guided tour was one of the highlights of our 2 week trip to Japan! Munetaka was knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. Most importantly, he added a few personal touches that made all the difference! We really enjoyed our time in Hakone and would not have been able to navigate the day without him. We saw so much in 8 hours.”
Review of Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, with themed baths, family pools, mountain views, ticket choices, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“We did not attend due to the clothing /swimsuit issue”
Hike Japan’s Old Tokaido through Hakone, sip amasake at a 400-year-old teahouse, and see Mt Fuji with a certified mountain guide.
“It was an incredible experience! Akihiro was friendly, knowledgeable, and great company for the day. I was glad to have this tour which featured a day in nature and a lot of Japanese history, something different from time spent in the bigger cities. It was a real highlight of my trip to Japan.”
Hike Hakone’s old Tokaido trail through forest, Hatajuku, a 400-year-old teahouse, and Lake Ashi with a local mountain guide.
“My 16 year old son and I did this tour. It was so fantastic. Our guide was such a gem. He had studied in Seattle so his English was excellent. He was so knowledgeable about the area and history. We had a wonderful moment when the locaRead more”
Explore Hakone’s wetlands, pampas grass fields, and wildlife with a local guide on this gentle 3.5-hour nature walk.
“We loved our gentle nature hike. What a kind and interesting guide we saw things we would never have seen. The boys really enjoyed this. Thank you and highly recommended.”
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