OVERVIEW
Escape Tokyo for a serene private day in Hakone. Where mountains, lakes, art, and hot springs meet. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide and explore at your own pace. Cruise Lake Ashi, float over volcanic ridges to Ōwakudani on the Hakone Ropeway, wander the Hakone Open-Air Museum or the Venetian Glass Museum, then finish with a relaxing soak at Hakone Kowakien YUNESSUN (swimsuit area) or Mori no Yura (traditional onsen; no clothing). Private onsen rooms may be available with advance reservation. Your route and timing are fully customizable to weather, crowds, and your interests for a smooth, unhurried day.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Private car with English-speaking driver-guide (comfortable, door-to-door)
• Customizable route across Hakone’s best nature, views, and museums
• Options for Lake Ashi cruise, Ropeway, Ōwakudani Valley, and art museums
• Hotel pickup/drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards
• On-board Wi-Fi, bottled water, fuel, tolls & parking included
ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)
• 🚢 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 Yura : swimsuit-friendly fun baths at YUNESSUN or traditional onsen at Mori no Yu (private rooms/baths may be booked in advance)
• 🍱 Lunch Stop : local restaurants (pay on site; recommendations provided)
(Stop order may change due to weather, traffic, or crowd control. We’ll optimize on the day.)
DESCRIPTION
Leave the city behind for fresh mountain air and flexible sightseeing. Start on Lake Ashi for postcard views, then ride the Ropeway over volcanic ridges into Ōwakudani’s dramatic valley of steam and sulfur. Choose art in nature at the Open-Air Museum or the sparkling Venetian Glass Museum before unwinding in hot springs: playful themed baths at YUNESSUN (swimsuit area) or the tranquil, traditional pools at Mori no Yura (no clothing). Throughout the day your driver-guide manages timing, traffic, and tickets so you see more and never feel rushed.
PRICING (PER PRIVATE GROUP)
• 1–5 persons: $700
• 6–8 persons: $1100
• 9–20 persons: $2100
(No hidden fees; guided tour included.)
DURATION & LANGUAGE
• ~10 hours door-to-door
• Language: English (ask about other languages)
PICKUP & DROP-OFF
• Included from hotels/apartments/train stations within Tokyo’s 23 wards
• Outside the 23 wards: pickup can be arranged for an additional fee depending on the pickup point
• Airports and cruise terminals are not available as pickup points
• Peak traffic may add up to 30 minutes
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Private, air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking driver-guide
• Hotel pickup & drop-off (Tokyo 23 wards)
• On-board Wi-Fi and bottled water
• Fuel, highway tolls, parking fees & passenger insurance
• Custom itinerary planning and day-of coordination
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
• Attraction/transport tickets (ropeway, museums, Lake Ashi cruise)
• Onsen admission and any towel/swimwear rentals
• Meals and drinks
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
• YUNESSUN vs. Mori no Yura: YUNESSUN is swimsuit-friendly; Mori no Yu is traditional (no clothing). Private rooms with baths may be available by reservation.
• Tattoos: Must be fully covered at YUNESSUN; not permitted in public areas of Mori no Yura (private rooms are OK).
• Operations/Weather: Ropeway/cruises/onsen facilities may pause for weather or maintenance we’ll adjust with great alternatives. Mt. Fuji visibility is not guaranteed.
• Mobility: Many areas are partially accessible; share mobility needs so we can plan best-fit routes.
• Umbrellas: Provided on rainy days.
WHAT TO BRING
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Cash/IC card for admissions and small purchases
• Swimsuit if choosing YUNESSUN (rentals available onsite)
• Camera/phone for photos
OVERVIEW
Escape Tokyo for a serene private day in Hakone. Where mountains, lakes, art, and hot springs meet. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide and explore at your own pace. Cruise Lake Ashi, float over volcanic ridges to Ōwakudani on the Hakone Ropeway, wander the Hakone Open-Air Museum or the Venetian Glass Museum, then finish with a relaxing soak at Hakone Kowakien YUNESSUN (swimsuit area) or Mori no Yura (traditional onsen; no clothing). Private onsen rooms may be available with advance reservation. Your route and timing are fully customizable to weather, crowds, and your interests for a smooth, unhurried day.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Private car with English-speaking driver-guide (comfortable, door-to-door)
• Customizable route across Hakone’s best nature, views, and museums
• Options for Lake Ashi cruise, Ropeway, Ōwakudani Valley, and art museums
• Hotel pickup/drop-off within Tokyo’s 23 wards
• On-board Wi-Fi, bottled water, fuel, tolls & parking included
ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)
• 🚢 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 Yura : swimsuit-friendly fun baths at YUNESSUN or traditional onsen at Mori no Yu (private rooms/baths may be booked in advance)
• 🍱 Lunch Stop : local restaurants (pay on site; recommendations provided)
(Stop order may change due to weather, traffic, or crowd control. We’ll optimize on the day.)
DESCRIPTION
Leave the city behind for fresh mountain air and flexible sightseeing. Start on Lake Ashi for postcard views, then ride the Ropeway over volcanic ridges into Ōwakudani’s dramatic valley of steam and sulfur. Choose art in nature at the Open-Air Museum or the sparkling Venetian Glass Museum before unwinding in hot springs: playful themed baths at YUNESSUN (swimsuit area) or the tranquil, traditional pools at Mori no Yura (no clothing). Throughout the day your driver-guide manages timing, traffic, and tickets so you see more and never feel rushed.
PRICING (PER PRIVATE GROUP)
• 1–5 persons: $700
• 6–8 persons: $1100
• 9–20 persons: $2100
(No hidden fees; guided tour included.)
DURATION & LANGUAGE
• ~10 hours door-to-door
• Language: English (ask about other languages)
PICKUP & DROP-OFF
• Included from hotels/apartments/train stations within Tokyo’s 23 wards
• Outside the 23 wards: pickup can be arranged for an additional fee depending on the pickup point
• Airports and cruise terminals are not available as pickup points
• Peak traffic may add up to 30 minutes
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Private, air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking driver-guide
• Hotel pickup & drop-off (Tokyo 23 wards)
• On-board Wi-Fi and bottled water
• Fuel, highway tolls, parking fees & passenger insurance
• Custom itinerary planning and day-of coordination
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
• Attraction/transport tickets (ropeway, museums, Lake Ashi cruise)
• Onsen admission and any towel/swimwear rentals
• Meals and drinks
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
• YUNESSUN vs. Mori no Yura: YUNESSUN is swimsuit-friendly; Mori no Yu is traditional (no clothing). Private rooms with baths may be available by reservation.
• Tattoos: Must be fully covered at YUNESSUN; not permitted in public areas of Mori no Yura (private rooms are OK).
• Operations/Weather: Ropeway/cruises/onsen facilities may pause for weather or maintenance we’ll adjust with great alternatives. Mt. Fuji visibility is not guaranteed.
• Mobility: Many areas are partially accessible; share mobility needs so we can plan best-fit routes.
• Umbrellas: Provided on rainy days.
WHAT TO BRING
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Cash/IC card for admissions and small purchases
• Swimsuit if choosing YUNESSUN (rentals available onsite)
• Camera/phone for photos
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