What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 10 hours.

Where does this tour start?

Meeting point details will be provided in your booking confirmation.

Japan

Mt. Fuji Five Lakes Private Tour with Licensed Guide (Tokyo DEP)

★★★★★ 5.0

10 hours

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Overview

Come and see why Hokusai painted 36 different views of Mount Fuji! Join us on a private walking tour in the Yamanashi Five Lakes Area. The tallest mountain in Japan is surrounded by five lakes with beautiful natural scenery. Explore the shrines in the area and taste Houtou or Yoshida Udon, the local noodle dishes of the area. Pick up a bottle of Yamanashi wine or some fresh fruits to enjoy after your tour!
Once your reservation is made, a Government Licensed guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 3 to 4 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests. Your guide will meet you at your hotel or at Shinjuku station to catch the train or bus to Mount Fuji. Please discuss with your guide your preferences for transport. We hope to guide you soon!

This is a walking/public transport tour. No private vehicle is provided.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

✗ Not Included

Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private vehicle
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Itinerary

Stop 1

Meet up with your guide in Tokyo and take the train or bus to Kawaguchi area. Please speak to guide about bus & train fees. The travel time will be about 2 hours.

Stop 2

Mt. Kachi Kachi Ropeway (カチカチロープウェイ) is located next to Lake Kawaguchiko, and it runs to the summit of Mt Tenjo. From the top, an amazing view of Mt Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko and the surrounding area can be seen.

Stop 3

Chureito Pagoda (忠霊塔) is part of the Arakurayama Sengen Shrine in Fujiyoshida City, and the most popular photo spot of Mt Fuji. The famous view of Mt Fuji, the five storied red pagoda and cherry blossoms can be seen in early to mid April usually. In Cherry Blossom season, please be aware of long wait times to see Mount Fuji and the Pagoda. Recent years have required visitors to line up and wait upwards of an hour to see the view. Viewing time is about 3 to 5 minutes only.

Stop 4

Oshino Hakkai (忍野八海) is a traditional Japanese village set near the Fuji Five Lake area. The village consist of 8 ponds that are formed from the spring water from the snow melt of Mt Fuji.

Stop 5

Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine or officially called Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja (北口本宮冨士浅間神社) is a Shinto shrine located the north side of Mt Fuji between Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Yamanaka. The picturesque shrine is surrounded by rich nature.

Stop 6

Narusawa Ice Cave (鳴沢氷穴) is a 153m lave cave located in the Aokigahara Forest. Visitors can walk through inside the cave, and there are ice pillars and ice wall that can be seen all year round.

Stop 7

One of the most famous and well-visited lakes at the base of Mount Fuji! With views of Mount Fuji is located around the lake's eastern end, it is a beautiful lake enveloped by nature. The best views of Mount Fuji can be enjoyed from the lake's northern shores and are particularly breathtaking during the cherry blossom season around mid April and the autumn colors around the first half of November. One of the nicest spots for cherry blossoms is the seaside promenade near the Kawaguchiko Music Forest, while photographers will enjoy the "Momiji Tunnel" for autumn colors, a maple tree-covered road section further west.

Stop 8

Lake Yamanakako is the largest of the Fuji Five Lakes. There are good views of Mount Fuji from around the lake, especially from along its less developed northern shore. This lake is also famous for swan boat rides (Swan boat rides not included in tour, but make for great photos from the shore!).

Stop 9

Return to Tokyo with your guide via public transport.