Mt. Fuji & Hakone Private Discovery | Flexible Day Trip with private car

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Max People :4–9 pax

This private charter-car tour operates from 4 guests and up to 9 guests (Tokyo hotel pick-up & drop-off).

English guide not included, only professional Japanese-speaking driver with limited English. English support via chat if needed.

Confirmation: We will send you final confirmation and driver details 24-48 hours before departure.

Cancellation Conditions：Free cancellation ≧ 7 days; 50% charge for 6–3 days; 100% charge < 3 days.

Overview

Highlights

Itinerary Details

Important Information

Overview

Discover the majestic Mount Fuji and the volcanic beauty of Hakone at your own pace. This private car charter is perfect for independent travelers who value privacy and flexibility.

No rigid tour schedules or crowded buses. Your professional driver will whisk you away from your Tokyo hotel to the breathtaking 5th station, the sulfuric vents of Owakudani, and the serene Lake Ashi. While this is a self-guided experience, you are never alone—our English speaking concierge team is available via instant chat all day to help with translations and any questions you have.

*Access to Mt. Fuji 5th Station depends on weather/road conditions.

Our highlights are

Key highlights

The Best of Fuji & Hakone: Cover all the iconic landmarks—from volcanic black eggs at Owakudani to the famous lakeside Torii gate—in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Total Privacy & Freedom: Enjoy the journey with just your family or friends. Spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop within the service window—you are the boss of your itinerary.

Door-to-door Convenience: Forget navigating complex train stations. Your driver provides seamless pickup and drop-off at your Tokyo accommodation.

Real-Time English Support: While your driver specializes in safe transportation, our dedicated English support team is just a message away to ensure smooth communication throughout the day.

What's Included

Private vehicle and driver service (12 hours)

Fuels, tolls, parking

Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off within Tokyo City

Background tour operator support (assist on communication with driver and restaurants)

English-speaking guide & guide service at sightseeing spots

Lunch

Entrance fees (Hakone Ropeway & Owakudani Nature Trail)

Any personal expenses, insurance, or tips

Itinerary Details

12h

Mt. Fuji & Hakone Day Tour

Private Transportation

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<em>07:30</em> Depart from Tokyo hotel (private car charter pick-up)

07:30 Depart from Tokyo hotel (private car charter pick-up)

<em>07:30-10:00</em> Drive to Mt.Fuji 5th Station (approx. 2.5 hours)

07:30-10:00 Drive to Mt.Fuji 5th Station (approx. 2.5 hours)

<em>10:00-11:20</em> Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station

10:00-11:20 Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station

<em>11:20-13:00</em> 【Lunch】Lunch on your own

11:20-13:00 【Lunch】Lunch on your own

<em>13:00-13:40</em> Transfer to Owakudani (no Ropeway included)

13:00-13:40 Transfer to Owakudani (no Ropeway included)

<em>13:40-14:40</em> Visit Owakudani Center, or walk around on your own for a best shot of Mt. Fuji

13:40-14:40 Visit Owakudani Center, or walk around on your own for a best shot of Mt. Fuji

<em>14:40-15:30</em> Visit Lake Ashii Torii

14:40-15:30 Visit Lake Ashii Torii

<em>15:30-19:00</em> Return back to Tokyo (approx. 3.5 hours)

15:30-19:00 Return back to Tokyo (approx. 3.5 hours)

Since there is no guide, you can flexibly adjust your time spent at each site within the 12-hour service window.

Receive a complimentary discovery guide to help you unlock your exploration.

Important Information

This plan includes a private vehicle only. The driver is a transportation professional but does not provide sightseeing commentary. Your driver will drop you off at the most availably convenient points for sightseeing.

Language: Japanese-speaking driver with limited English. Our remote concierge ensures smooth communication and local insights throughout your journey.

Pickup/Drop-off: Tokyo City/Osaka City/Kyoto City hotels only. If your hotel is outside the area, please contact us in advance.

Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup time. The vehicle cannot wait for late arrivals.

Traffic on weekends/holidays may affect timing. The itinerary order and stay time may be adjusted for safety and road conditions.

Child safety seat: required for children aged 6 and under (please bring your own or contact us for assistance).

Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase your own insurance in advance.

If your group does not meet minimum participants, you may enjoy the tour with other guests or the tour may be cancelled.

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FAQs

Q1. Are all tours guided by an English-speaking guide?

A: Not all.
At Japan Local Journeys, some tours are guided by professional English-speaking guides, while others are operated as driver-only private transfers.

Our driver-only tours are designed for travelers who prefer privacy and flexibility — you’ll have a private car and driver, while our operation team provides real-time English assistance via WhatsApp.
Please check each product page to see whether an English-speaking guide is included.

Q2. What is a “driver-only private tour”?

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