Hakone One-Day Private Tour From Tokyo

Q: How many people can join this tour?

We arrange Toyota Alphard or Toyota HiAce vehicles depending on your group size. This service is suitable for 1–9 passengers, including families and small private groups.

Spend a full day exploring Hakone’s iconic scenery, including Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, and Owakudani. Departing from Tokyo, this private day tour offers a comfortable and flexible itinerary with a professional chauffeur, allowing you to enjoy Hakone at your own pace.

This is a private Hakone one-day chauffeur service from Tokyo, not a fixed group tour.

Tour Information

Vehicle Options: Toyota Alphard (up to 5 passengers) or Toyota HiAce (up to 9 passengers)
Service Duration: 10 hours
Departure Point: Tokyo hotels, airports, or designated locations
Tour Feature: Fully customizable – choose your preferred attractions freely

Popular Attractions

Choose 4–6 spots based on your interest and pace.

A. Hakone Classic Attractions

Hakone Shrine (Water Torii Gate)
Lake Ashi Cruise
Owakudani Volcanic Valley

B. Nature & Culture

Hakone Ropeway
Gora Park
Hakone Open-Air Museum

C. Hot Springs & Shopping

Hakone Yumoto Onsen Town
Odawara Castle
Gotemba Premium Outlets (optional at the end of the trip)

Sample Itinerary

08:00 – Pick-up from Tokyo hotel
10:00 – Hakone Shrine (Water Torii Gate)
11:00 – Lake Ashi Cruise
12:00 – Owakudani (try the black eggs)
13:00 – Lunch (Japanese set meal or on your own)
14:00 – Hakone Open-Air Museum
15:30 – Hakone Yumoto Onsen Town
18:00 – Return to Tokyo hotel

Pricing

Toyota Alphard: ¥55,000 / 10 hours (up to 5 people + 2 x 24–28” suitcases + 2–3 carry-ons)
Toyota HiAce: ¥60,000 / 10 hours (up to 9 people + 9 x 26” suitcases)

Includes: Driver, fuel, expressway tolls
Excludes: Meals, entrance tickets,

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Is this a fixed group tour?

No. This is a private Hakone one-day chauffeur service from Tokyo. It is not a fixed group tour, and your group will not be combined with others.

Q2. Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted based on your group size, preferred stops, traffic conditions, and weather on the day of travel.

Q3. How many people can join this tour?

We can arrange a Toyota Alphard or Toyota HiAce depending on your group size. This service is suitable for 1–9 passengers, including families and small private groups.

Q4. How long is the service duration?

The standard service duration is 10 hours. Additional hours can be arranged upon request, subject to availability.

Q5. What happens if the weather is bad or certain attractions are unavailable?

If weather or local conditions affect the planned route, the chauffeur will assist in adjusting the itinerary to alternative scenic, cultural, or indoor locations.

Q6. What is included in the private chauffeur service?

The service includes a private vehicle, professional chauffeur, fuel, and highway tolls. Meals, attraction tickets, and personal expenses are not included.

Q7. Where does the tour start and end?

The tour can start from your hotel, airport, or a designated location in Tokyo. The drop-off point can be arranged in advance within Tokyo.

Q8. How do I book the Hakone day tour?

Please submit the inquiry form on this page with your travel date, group size, and requirements. We will respond within 24 hours with itinerary suggestions and a quotation.

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