Hakone Private One-Day Guided Tour with Overnight Ryokan from Tokyo
Experience Hakone over two days with a private guided tour on Day 1, an overnight stay at a traditional Japanese ryokan, and a self-guided Day 2 to explore at your own pace.
Final pricing varies by group size and selected transportation option. Select your preferred option and group size in the booking calendar to view exact pricing.
Experience Overview
Explore Hakone on a private 2-day, 1-night experience combining a customized guided tour on Day 1, an overnight stay at a traditional Japanese ryokan, and independent sightseeing on Day 2.
Your English-speaking guide will help shape the first day around your interests, with possible visits to scenic, cultural, and historic locations across Hakone. After your guided sightseeing, check in to your ryokan for an onsen stay, dinner, and breakfast before exploring Hakone independently the following day.
Experience Highlights
Customize Your Guided Day
Explore Hakone with a private English-speaking guide on Day 1, with sightseeing shaped around your interests and local conditions.
Experience Hakone’s Scenery
Depending on weather and your preferences, visit scenic locations such as Lake Ashi, mountain viewpoints, shrines, gardens, and historic sites.
Stay Overnight at a Ryokan
Spend the night in a traditional Japanese ryokan with tatami rooms, futon bedding, onsen access, dinner, and breakfast.
Explore Independently on Day 2
Use your included Hakone Free Pass to continue exploring Hakone independently before returning to Tokyo at your own pace.
Your Hakone Experience
Private Guided Tour in Hakone
Travel to Hakone and spend the day exploring with your private English-speaking guide. The itinerary can be adjusted around your interests, weather, traffic, seasonal conditions, and local operating schedules.
The exact meeting time and location will be confirmed after booking. Day 1 tour duration includes travel time between Tokyo and Hakone for From Tokyo options.
Traditional Japanese Ryokan Stay
After your guided sightseeing, check in to a traditional Japanese ryokan with tatami-mat rooms and futon bedding. The standard accommodation included in the tour is a 3-star ryokan.
Your stay includes onsen access, dinner on the first night, and breakfast the following morning. Dinner preferences can be selected in advance from a Japanese set meal, beef shabu-shabu set, or Odawara-style local set meal. Menus use seasonal ingredients and may vary.
Self-Guided Exploration
No tour guide is included on Day 2. Explore Hakone independently using the included Hakone Free Pass, which covers standard public transportation within Hakone, before returning to Tokyo at your own pace.
Transportation Options
Public Transportation
Includes an English-speaking guide and public transportation from central Tokyo. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included within central Tokyo.
Private Vehicle
Includes an English-speaking guide and private vehicle. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included within a 10 km radius of Shinjuku Station.
Public Transportation
Includes an English-speaking guide and public transportation from Odawara Station. Hotel pickup is not included.
Private Vehicle
Includes an English-speaking guide and private vehicle from Odawara Station. Hotel pickup is not included.
Attraction entrance fees and optional activity costs are not included for either guests or the tour guide unless specifically stated otherwise.
Places You May Visit
The itinerary is customized around guest preferences and is subject to weather, seasonal conditions, traffic, and operating schedules. Possible locations include:
Hakone Sightseeing Map
Optional Experiences
Optional activities are paid separately unless covered by your Hakone Free Pass. Reference prices below may change.
Optional experience prices are provided as a reference only and may change. Availability may vary depending on weather, operating hours, maintenance, and local conditions.
Included & Not Included
Included
- Private local English-speaking tour guide on Day 1 only
- Transportation between Tokyo and Hakone for From Tokyo options
- Transportation within Hakone during the guided tour on Day 1
- Hakone Free Pass for self-guided exploration on Day 2
- One-night stay at a traditional Japanese ryokan
- Onsen hot spring access at the ryokan
- Dinner on the first night
- Breakfast the following morning
Not Included
- Meals, snacks, and drinks other than the included dinner and breakfast
- Attraction entrance fees and activities not covered by the Hakone Free Pass
- Optional activities and experiences selected by guests
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
Advance Booking
This experience is available any day except major Japanese holidays. We strongly recommend booking at least one month in advance, especially during peak seasons.
Passport Required
A valid passport is required on the tour day for transportation.
Guide on Day 1 Only
Your English-speaking guide accompanies the group on Day 1. Day 2 is self-guided.
Ryokan Accommodation
The standard accommodation is a 3-star traditional Japanese ryokan with tatami-mat rooms and futon bedding.
Accommodation Upgrades
A 4- or 5-star hotel or ryokan may be requested for an additional charge. Please inquire at the time of booking.
Non-Smoking Rooms
All guest rooms at the ryokan are non-smoking. Designated outdoor smoking areas are available.
Dinner Preference
Dinner options can be selected in advance from a Japanese set meal, beef shabu-shabu set, or Odawara-style local set meal. Menus use seasonal ingredients and may vary.
Larger Groups
Standard private arrangements are for groups of up to 8 guests. For larger groups, please contact us in advance. Additional guide arrangements may be required depending on availability.
Weather & Local Conditions
Sightseeing order and locations may change depending on weather, traffic, seasonal conditions, and local operations.
Peak Seasons
Hakone can be especially busy during autumn foliage season, Golden Week, Obon, and the New Year holiday period. Traffic may significantly increase travel time between locations.
Booking & Cancellation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a guide included on both days?
No. A private English-speaking guide is included on Day 1 only. Day 2 is self-guided, and guests explore Hakone independently using the included Hakone Free Pass.
How does the room at the ryokan work if I have children?
Children stay in the same room as the adults. Ryokan rooms are typically arranged with futon bedding on tatami mats. If you require additional futons or specific bedding arrangements, please let us know in advance.
Is smoking allowed at the ryokan?
All guest rooms are non-smoking. Designated outdoor smoking areas are available for guests who wish to smoke.
How far in advance should I book?
Hakone is a popular destination from Tokyo. We recommend booking as early as possible and ideally at least one month in advance, especially during busy travel periods.
When is peak season in Hakone?
Autumn is particularly busy because of the fall foliage. Other busy periods include Golden Week, Obon, and the New Year holidays. During peak periods, road traffic can significantly increase travel time between locations.
Can groups larger than 8 guests join?
Larger groups may be possible depending on availability and operating arrangements. Please contact us in advance, as additional guide arrangements may be required.
Looking for a custom tour in Japan?
Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in locations across Japan and can manage the details of a custom experience, including transportation where applicable.
Contact us to inquire about a custom experience.
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Questions
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