5 Day Tokyo, Kamakura, Nikko, Mt Fuji & Hakone : Private Tour with Driver-Guide

OVERVIEW

Experience Japan’s highlights in one seamless 5-day private journey. Explore Tokyo’s mix of tradition and neon, stroll Kamakura’s temples and bamboo paths, marvel at Nikko’s UNESCO-listed shrines, admire Mt Fuji’s majestic views, and soak in Hakone’s hot-spring valleys. With flexible pacing and a professional English-speaking driver-guide, this tour is ideal for families, friends, or groups who want a personalized Japan adventure.

PRICING (PER PRIVATE GROUP)

• 1–5 guests: ¥375,000

• 6–9 guests: ¥485,000

• 10–20 guests: ¥960,000

HIGHLIGHTS

• Tokyo’s must-see landmarks including Tsukiji, Senso-ji, Skytree, Meiji Shrine, and Shibuya Crossing

• Kamakura’s bamboo forests, Great Buddha, temples, and seaside atmosphere

• Nikko’s Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji, and Shinkyo Bridge

• Mt Fuji’s panoramic viewpoints, lakeside parks, and ropeway or cruise

• Hakone’s ropeway to Owakudani, Lake Ashi cruise, Open-Air Museum, and hot-spring options

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)

Day 1 : Tokyo Highlights

🔪 Tsukiji Fish Market : fresh seafood, sizzling snacks, vibrant street eats

🌿 Imperial Palace East Gardens : peaceful garden strolls, historic stonework, scenic moats

🎮 Akihabara Electric Town : anime shops, gadgets, and game arcades

🏯 Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa) : Tokyo’s oldest temple, incense & giant lanterns, local shopping streets

🗼 Tokyo Skytree (optional) : ride up for city panoramas and Mt. Fuji glimpses on clear days

🌳 Meiji Shrine : shrine of emperor Meiji, a forested spiritual haven in the heart of the city

👗 Harajuku’s Takeshita Street : trendy fashion, colorful crepes, youthful energy

🚦 Shibuya Crossing : end in a neon wonderland beneath massive billboards

Day 2 : Kamakura

🪷 Hokoku-ji Temple & Bamboo Forest : tranquil paths through towering bamboo

🪙 Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine : Kamakura’s most important Shinto site

🌅 Yuigahama Beach Viewpoint : feel the ocean breeze, coastal photos

🪵 Hase-dera Temple : hillside gardens and the celebrated Kannon statue

🪨 Kotoku-in (Great Buddha) : iconic bronze Daibutsu in the open air

🛍️ (Optional) Komachi-dori : lunch and local snack street

🏝️ (Optional) Enoshima : island lighthouse views & seaside promenade

Day 3 : Nikko

🚠 Akechidaira Ropeway & Viewpoint : cable car to panoramic vistas of Lake Chuzenji & Kegon Falls

💦 Kegon Falls : one of Japan’s most beautiful waterfalls (elevator down to the base)

🌊 Lake Chuzenji : Japan’s highest natural lake (optional sightseeing cruise)

🏛️ Tamozawa Imperial Villa : elegant blend of Edo–Meiji architecture (seasonal gardens)

⛩ Toshogu Shrine : lavish resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, intricate carvings & gold leaf

🪷 Rinno-ji Temple : hall of the three Buddha images & tranquil grounds

🌉 Shinkyo Bridge : iconic vermilion bridge over sacred waters (photo stop)

🌀 Kanmangafuchi Abyss : riverside path lined with Jizo statues

🍁 Ryuzu Falls (optional) : forest walk, café stops & river views

Day 4 : Mt Fuji

🏯 Chureito Pagoda : breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji and the famous red pagoda

🗻 Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station : close-up mountain views (seasonal/weather permitting)

⛩️ Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine : sacred forest shrine and cultural landmark

🌿 Oshino Hakkai Village : historic village with natural spring ponds and street snacks

🚡 Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway : ridge-top views over Lake Kawaguchiko

⛴️ Lake Kawaguchiko cruise : serene water-level perspectives of Fuji

🌼 Ōishi Park : seasonal flower fields with Fuji backdrop

❄️ Fugaku Wind Cave : naturally cool lava cave

🏘️ Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba : open-air heritage village & crafts

Day 5 : Hakone

🚢 Lake Ashi Pirate Ship Cruise : scenic sailing; Mt. Fuji views on clear days

🚡 Hakone Ropeway to Ōwakudani : sweeping panoramas en route to volcanic vents and sulfur mines

🌋 Ōwakudani Valley : steam vents and the famous black eggs

🖼️ Hakone Open-Air Museum : sculpture gardens & Picasso Pavilion

🪞 Hakone Venetian Glass Museum : shimmering glass art & garden vistas

♨️ YUNESSUN / Mori no Yu : swimsuit-friendly fun baths at YUNESSUN or traditional onsen at Mori no Yu (private rooms/baths may be booked in advance)

DESCRIPTION

This 5-day adventure captures Japan’s essence — Tokyo’s neon and shrines, Kamakura’s coastal temples, Nikko’s sacred mountains, Mt Fuji’s timeless majesty, and Hakone’s hot-spring valleys. With a flexible private driver-guide, your itinerary balances cultural highlights, nature, and modern experiences. Travel stress-free in a private vehicle with door-to-door pickup and full itinerary coordination.

DURATION & LANGUAGE

• 5 days, 10–11 hours per day (flexible)

• Tour conducted in English

PICKUP & DROP-OFF

• Door-to-door pickup and drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards included

• Pickups outside 23 wards available for an additional fee (varies by location)

• No airport or cruise-terminal pickups

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Professional English-speaking driver-guide

• Private vehicle for your group

• Door-to-door pickup/drop-off (Tokyo’s 23 wards)

• Fuel, tolls, parking, passenger insurance

• Bottled water and free onboard Wi-Fi

• Itinerary planning and coordination

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• Attraction/transport tickets (temples, ropeways, cruises, museums, hot springs)

• Meals, drinks beyond bottled water

• Hotel accommodation (available on request)

• Personal expenses and gratuities (optional)

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

• Fuji 5th Station and ropeways subject to weather/seasonal closures

• Moderate walking involved; comfortable shoes recommended

• Umbrellas provided on rainy days

• Itinerary customizable based on your interests and timing

WHAT TO BRING

• Comfortable shoes

• Camera/phone

• Seasonal clothing layers

• Spending money for tickets and meals