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Explore the Atami and Hakone surroundings in just 3 days
Embark on a cultural odyssey of Hokane: visit to the Hakone Museum of Art, stop at historic sites such as Hakone Shrine, Old Tokaido Highway, and Yamanaka Castle.
Enjoy a selection of spectacular hikes, from the awe-inspiring Chisuji Falls and Hawk's Nest summit to the picturesque cedar-lined avenues and Mishima Skywalk.
Stay in a traditional ryokan, providing an authentic Japanese accommodation experience
Enjoy a blend of coastal tranquility and mountain majesty close to Tokyo. Escape the big city with this captivating three-day itinerary through Atami and Hakone.
This tour enjoys a scenic ascent to the MOA Museum of Art, as well as a beautiful 8-mile Hakone hike, a lakeside picnic, and a breathtaking ropeway ride across Owakudani's active crater. You’ll also have a chance to enjoy a morning coastal walk along Jogazaki Coast trail offers Pacific views, culminating in a return to Atami by afternoon.
Enjoy a blend of coastal tranquility and mountain majesty close to Tokyo. Escape the big city with this captivating three-day itinerary through Atami and Hakone.
This tour enjoys a scenic ascent to the MOA Museum of Art, as well as a beautiful 8-mile Hakone hike, a lakeside picnic, and a breathtaking ropeway ride across Owakudani's active crater. You’ll also have a chance to enjoy a morning coastal walk along Jogazaki Coast trail offers Pacific views, culminating in a return to Atami by afternoon.
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Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival and MOA Museum of Art
Embark on a captivating journey as you independently board the Tokaido Shinkansen Kodama #713 from Tokyo Station at 09:27, arriving at Atami Station at 10:10. Look for your awaiting guide at the station exit, setting the tone for a delightful adventure. A short walk takes you to your hotel in Atami, where luggage storage awaits. Choose a convenient taxi or bus to ascend to the MOA Museum of Art, renowned for its ancient Japanese art collection, including National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties. Enjoy coffee with a panoramic view of the Pacific and savor a traditional Japanese lunch. Return to the hotel, check-in, freshen up, and conclude the day with dinner at a charming town center restaurant.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Atami
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Fuji views from Owakudani Crater
Begin the day with a simple buffet breakfast at the hotel before meeting your guide at 8:30 am for an exhilarating Hakone hike covering approximately 8 miles. Purchase sandwiches and snacks for a scenic trailside picnic en route. Take a 9 am bus to Lake Ashi in Hakone, commencing an 8-mile flat hike around the western shores with a picturesque lunch on a deserted beach. At 4 pm, ride the ropeway across the active Owakudani crater, weather permitting, for stunning Fuji views before returning to Atami by trains at 5 pm. Freshen up with a quick shower at the hotel and relish dinner in the vibrant downtown area.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Atami
Distance: 12km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Departure Day
Commence your day at 8 am, meeting your guide at the Toyoko Inn Atami lobby. Purchase snacks for a trailside picnic before taking a local train along the scenic east coast of the Izu Peninsula. Embark on a walk along the Jogazaki Coast trail, traversing ancient lava flows with clifftop vistas of the Pacific. Reach Futo station at 3:30 pm, taking a local train back to Atami by 5 pm. Conclude your adventure with own arrangements for a Shinkansen journey back to Tokyo or onwards to Kyoto. Today’s total walking distance covers about 12 kilometers. Experience the perfect blend of coastal tranquility and mountain majesty on this captivating Atami and Hakone exploration.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 12km
Meals: Breakfast
Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only and the prices depend on the size of your group.- Group of 2-3: JPY173750 per person
- Group of 4-5: JPY137500 per person
- Group of 6-7: JPY103125 per person
- Group of 8: JPY93438 per person
* - Please note that the prices depend on the size of your group. Please contact us with your travelling dates and the group build information and we’ll provide you with the exact pricing.
Accommodation on Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour
This tour is based in one hotel. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. You can also upgrade to traditional ryokan for an extra supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour?
Meals
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 2 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, however, you are in charge of getting to the meeting point on the first day and departing arrangements after tour concludes on the last day.
Also included
- Guiding services
- Excursions and activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Local transportation during the tour
Not included
- Transportation outside of itinerary, such as flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Anything not stated as ‘included’
Optional Extras
- Single occupancy upgrade
- Upgrade accommodation to local ryokan
- How hard is the Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Japan?
- Are meals included on the Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Hakone to start this tour?
- Is the Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour in English?
- Where does the Atami and Hakone Hiking and Culture Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Japan?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Japan?
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. The routes are relatively easy and suitable for the beginners, however, you should feel comfortable walking almost 13km daily on a hilly terrain.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover activities listed in this tour. Get your travel insurance.
Take the Tokaido Shinkansen Kodama #713 from Tokyo Station at 09:27 and get off at Atami Station at 10:10 to start your tour.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in Atami.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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