Kawaguchiko + Mount Fuji Private Day Trip
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the experience.
- Guide: English
- Hotel pickup and drop–off on foot
- English–speaking guide
- Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group
- Public transport tickets: approximately 5000JPY per person
- Admission fees: approximately 4000JPY per person
- Food and drinks
- Guide: English
- Hotel pickup and drop–off on foot
- English–speaking guide
- Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group
- Public transport tickets: approximately 5000JPY per person
- Admission fees: approximately 4000JPY per person
- Food and drinks
Embark on a personalized day excursion from Tokyo to Kawaguchiko and Mount Fuji. This experience includes breathtaking views of the lake, a ride on the ropeway, and a visit to the Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum, all guided just for you!
Details of the Day Trip
At the specified time, we will pick you up from your accommodation in Tokyo, setting off on this delightful private day trip to Kawaguchiko and Mount Fuji. Are you prepared to gaze upon Japan's highest mountain?
To commence our adventure, the guide will assist with public transport arrangements, and we'll board an express train towards Kawaguchiko, enjoying a comfortable 2.5-hour ride. Upon reaching Kawaguchiko, we'll board the Lake Kawaguchi retro sightseeing bus, which offers an exciting route past key attractions around the lake.
After a brief journey on the bus, we'll disembark at the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway. Opened in 1959, this cable car ascends Mount Tenj? from the shores of Lake Kawaguchi, reaching a height of 1,075 meters (3,527 feet) above sea level. During the ride, we'll enjoy spectacular views of Lake Kawaguchi and Mount Fuji.
Once we descend, we’ll reboard the retro sightseeing bus and continue our tour around Lake Kawaguchi, the second largest of the five lakes of Fuji. It’s noteworthy that this lake is included in UNESCO's World Heritage List. Be sure to capture some memorable photos!
Our next stop will be the Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum, a delightful European-themed park and museum located by Lake Kawaguchi, showcasing lovely views of Mount Fuji. Here, we'll spend an hour exploring a unique collection of antique music boxes and mechanical instruments. The beautifully maintained gardens, including an extensive rose garden, enhance the charm of the museum, merging music, art, and nature in a way that appeals to everyone.
After approximately 8 hours of exploration, we’ll return to Tokyo.
Transport Information
Please be advised that we solely utilize public transport for this excursion. Transport tickets are not included, but your guide will be available to assist with everything from bookings to directions. Additionally, the retro sightseeing bus operates on a hop-on, hop-off basis, letting you get on and off at various points of interest. The bus departs from Kawaguchiko Station every 15 minutes.
Pickup Location
This excursion includes pickup from hotels in central Tokyo on foot. If your accommodation is located elsewhere, we will coordinate an alternative meeting point with you.
Benefits of a Private Tour
Opting for a private tour means having a dedicated guide by your side, assisting you through public transport and sharing insights on every landmark we encounter. Furthermore, you can tailor your itinerary, set your own pace, and potentially save costs, especially when traveling with a larger group!
```Instructions
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Tokyo at the indicated time. Please be ready to go at least 15 minutes beforehand.
Please remember that this activity includes pickup on foot from hotels in central Tokyo. If you're staying in a different area, the local team will get in touch to indicate an alternative meeting point.
Transport Info
Please remember that we exclusively use public transport for this activity, and that the public transport tickets are not included. Additionally, please keep in mind that the retro sightseeing bus operates on a hop-on hop-off basis, allowing you to hop on and off as you wish. The retro sightseeing bus departs from Kawaguchiko Station every 15 minutes. You can check out the various stops of the retro sightseeing bus at the following link (remember, we'll use the red line):
Important Info
We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for walking, and dressing according to the weather.
