HAKONE · DESTINATION
The Hakone shortlist.
The 10 things to do in Hakone that travellers book most. The pirate ship, the ropeway, the floating torii, the open-air museum, the onsen stays — the days worth planning around.
A 6-hour private Hakone walk with a government-licensed English guide. Pick 3–4 highlights, dodge crowds, and get local context.
“This tour is an excellent way to see much of Hakone’s sites with a great guide to explain what you are looking at. Our guide was friendly, professional and eager for us to enjoy ourselves.”
Private 7-hour Hakone tour with a certified local guide, centuries-old tea, lunch, and optional ropeway and riverside onsen.
“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”
Private 8-hour Hakone walking tour with a government-licensed English guide. Choose 4 to 5 stops, skip crowds, and go your pace.
“Ryuta was an excellent guide who was very knowledgeable. An excellent tour if you have limited time in Hakone and can also be customised as per your requirements and interests. Would recommend to anyone staying in Hakone”
Private Hakone day trip with Lake Ashi cruise, ropeway to Owakudani, shrine and bridge photos, and possible Mount Fuji views in 7.5 hours.
“Tatsu was incredible. This tour has all you need to see in Hakone in less than a day. Great experience and Tatsu accommodated to go see the open-air museum. Great guide and would definitely recommend!”
Hike Hakone Hachiri on the old Tokaido route with a small-group guide, cedar avenue shade, tea-house amazake, and lake views.
“This hike was amazing and the guide, Tony, was excellent. We would definitely recommend if planning to visit the Hakone area. The hike itself was rigorous and challenging, which we quite enjoyed. Felt we were able to experience the tRead more”
Private half-day Hakone car tour with hotel pickup and a local English guide. Customize your route around Lake Ashi, Owakudani, and more.
“The tour can be made very flexible and was tailored to our specific interests. The tour guide Kumi was brilliant, very friendly and helpful. She took us to several off the track hidden temples. A practical tip, we had plenty of luggage coming from Tokyo and having a good-sized car where we could leave everything…”
Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with a certified mountain guide. Edo-era roads, Lake Ashi views, Mt Fuji angles, Mishima finish.
“Aki was knowledgeable, kind, and a wonderful host. He also took many photos of us as a family. The best!!”
Hike Hakone’s outer caldera rim from Sengokuhara to Mt. Marudake, then unwind at a Togendai onsen with Fuji views when weather cooperates.
“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.”
Hakone’s Kowakien Yunessun is a swimsuit-friendly hot springs day with themed baths (coffee, wine, sake, tea), pools, and family fun.
“++Liked Hot spring outdoor, variety, hours, facilities- locker rooms, showers, etc. - -I thought it’s a variety of hot springs, but it was just 1 (one) hot spring outdoor in a waterpark, hence lots of children, whereas I expected peace & relaxation thruout.. The indoor multi-theme hot pools all smelled alike (chlorine); did not really…”
Hakone Hachiri hiking tour from Hakone-Yumoto to Mishima with Mt Fuji views, 400-year amasake, and Edo-route history.
“Our guide Aki was great! Very knowledgeable and was able to be flexible with changing conditions and still provide a great trip. Super fun hiking.”
