Things to do in Yamanashi Prefecture, Chubu: The Best Cultural Tours

If you want enjoy Mt Fuji without climbing, visit the Fuji Five Lake area which is developed as a resort area and provides a breathtaking view of the mountain on clear days. This is private 7-hour tour is led by a local professional guide, and is able to be customized to your liking, based on your interests and the weather to make the most of your day. Up to 8 guests can experience the view, culture, history and food around Mt Fuji. Meet at Kawaguchiko station, where you will board the bus that will take you on your full-day guided adventure.

Inclusions: Local and professional guide

Exclusions: Entrance fees (you and guide) *Kachi kachi ropeway is 800JPY per person, Lunch (you and guide), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation fee to move around (you and guide) *One day bus pass is 1,000-1,500JPY per person

This is a day trip around Mt. Fuji which is one of World Heritage Sites and said to have the most beautiful figure in the world as an independent mountain. You can enjoy the scenery with many other sites around it in each season, taking the public transportation. You can enjoy the different Mt. Fuji scenery at each site, for example, with a five-story pagoda, a lake and a town, and in each season, for example, with cherry blossoms, fresh green leaves and turned red leaves. A lunch restaurant near Lake Kawaguchi has a unique way to cock. They grill meat on a plate cut of the lava field in front of guests and it's said to be very healthy as the extra fat of meat drops off through the holes in the plate. See inclusions and excursions for what is included in the price of this tour.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tokyo 23 wards

Exclusions: Pleasure boat fee (930 JPY each), Rope-way fee (800 JPY each), Food and drinks, Transportation fee between pickup and drop-off points (guests and guide)

Relax and do things at your own pace with this chauffeur driven tour to the Fuji area. You will be picked up from any hotel or location within Tokyo 23 wards and start your day our with a comfortable drive over to Fuji. First stop at the marvellous Lake Kawaguchi which is a perfect serene spot to view Mt. Fuji. Enjoy a lunch at one of the many delicious traditional food spots in the area before continuing on to Hakone and Lake Ashi and a peaceful boat ride. Take the Ropeway to Owakudani volcanic area. The tour would take 7-10 hours depending on traffic and the pace you wish to set. This itinerary is totally customisable depending on your needs.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

1~8passengers, full-flat rate; If you are nine, it costs less than US$110 P/P. We offer you several selling points other travel companies could never do. Effective : Because the guide and driver is same person. On top of it, he plays Photographer's roll. Comfortable : Because the cars we use are spacious and luxury. Exciting : Because you will savor a local food like they would do. Flexible : Because the schedule is up to you. This is full-private tour for you. Inquisitive : Because you will learn a lots of Japanese History.

Inclusions: Transportation expenses like car charter, fuel, tolls, and parking., Guide Fee, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch and Beverages. We are glad to find a good restaurant on your request., Entrance Fee for each institute

See the real Japan and experience its culture beyond the typical tourist sites. You'll walk through busy streets, ride the bullet train, and enjoy local foods. Each tour is customized to fit the preferences of the group.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner

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After pickup from your Tokyo hotel or a central meeting point, begin the 1.5-hour drive to Oshino Eight Ponds for your first view of majestic Mt. Fuji and a sample of the famous spring waters. Continue to Oshino Ninja Village to admire the Japanese garden, snap a photo with a ninja, or play a popular ninja escape game (own expense). Stop for your lunch (enjoy a restaurant on your own) Head on to Mt. Fuji 5th Station, one of the area’s best viewing locations. Then experience the changing seasons on Mt. Fuji in 4-D with the 40-minute Fuji Airways flight simulator. Your final stop is at Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Fuji Five Lakes. Spend time at the natural reflecting pool before returning to your departure point in Tokyo by late afternoon. Note: Some stops are subject to change due to inclement weather.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Wifi in Vehicle (if available), Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Food and Drinks

See the real Japan and experience its culture beyond the typical tourist sites. You'll walk through busy streets, ride the bullet train, and enjoy local foods. Each tour is customized to fit the preferences of the group.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast

Exclusions: Travel Insurance, Airfare

On our 1-day tour you will ride on our privately organized bus from Shinjuku in Tokyo right up and around this great mountain and the beautiful natural spots that have arisen from it. With a theme based around Mt. Fuji’s effect on nature in the area, this tour will not only provide you with breath taking views and scenery of Mt. Fuji but allow you to dive directly into this famous mountain’s history. You will also have the opportunity to learn about Japanese culture related to Mt. Fuji and visit a Japanese Shinto shrine where your friendly guide will teach you about Japanese religions and the role of Shinto shrines. Also look forward to visiting and exploring around an ice cave that developed after a Mt. Fuji eruption over a 1000 years ago! We'll also take you to walk around the World Heritage site of Shiraito Falls and also Otodome Falls, where the negative ions will refresh and revitalize you!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Lunch, Entrance into all venues

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This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Mt. Fuji area! Mt. Fuji is about 100 km away from Tokyo, and it’s one of the most popular destinations for a day-trip from Tokyo through the year. Numbers of tourist attractions are available in and around Mt. Fuji offering visitors unforgettable experiences with the stunning scenery. Your guide will start your day with a morning pickup at your hotel. Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Entrance fee (for you and your guide), Private transportation, Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), for yourself and your guide

A full day to take the best shots of the scenic Mt Fuji and have cultural experiences. In this activity you can choose on either spending the day around the most popular Lake Kawaguchi and five lakes of Mt Fuji, starting from a perfect shot at the Arakurasengen Park for a panoramic view of Mt Fuji and the five-story pagoda on your background etc,. The other choice will be Hakone well-known place for its hot spring resort, Hakone Shrine with its torii gate standing on the Lake Ashi where cruising is also recommended and ride a ropeway to reach for another scenic view from 1327 meter high. Your guide will be picking you up at your requested central location in Tokyo at 8:30 am. Lunch will be served with the local traditional dish of the region at your expense. Please tell us how you would like to spend your day and we will be happy to give you the best of it.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup/drop-off, Round-trip private transportation by air-conditioned minivan, Private guide (English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean professional guides are available), One bottled water per person

Exclusions: Entrance fees (hot spring, museum etc.), Food and drinks, Lunch