Date published: 26 November 2023
Mount Fuji, Japan’s iconic symbol and a towering testament to nature’s grandeur, beckons adventurers to explore its awe-inspiring landscapes. The country’s highest peak, whether you’re yearning for breathtaking vistas from its slopes, seeking spiritual experiences at its shrines, or craving adrenaline-pumping adventures in its surroundings, Mount Fuji offers an array of tours that promise unforgettable moments.
Whether you’re visiting with family, a solo explorer, or with a group, this cultivated list of fun Mount Fuji tours is perfect for your next Japan trip.
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Family-Friendly and Private Tours to Mt. Fuji
Mt. Fuji Crafts Village and Lakeside Kid-Friendly Bike Tour
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Cycle around a lakeshore with fantastic views of Mount Fuji on a flat bike course dedicated to riders, keeping you safe from cars, making it easy for riders of all ages. The tour also includes visiting an ancient village of thatched-roof houses where local artists display handmade crafts, such as ceramics, paintings, and wood carvings. Try out this tour for an off-the-beaten-path experience of Japan and Mount Fuji.
Total time needed: 4 hours
Language(s) offered: English
1 Day Family Fun at Fuji Private Tour
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This tour is customized for families with young children, with a trip to Fuji Safari Park and the beautiful Grinpa, a flower amusement park catering to children. There are also stops to Mount Fuji, as well as the beautiful Shiraito Falls or the Gotemba Premium Outlets, depending on your wishlist. This is a tour suitable for both kids and adults, starting from your hotel.
Total time needed: 10 to 11 hours
Language(s) offered: English
Yamanashi beyond Mt. Fuji
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Mount Fuji straddles two prefectures: Shizuoka and Yamanashi. When planning your trip to Fuji, why not also enjoy more deeply what this magnificent area has to offer? This is a hassle free Yamanashi experience, with a personalized tour and private guide that will customize your visit based on your preferences. Choose from a list of fun seasonal activities, including lake hopping, swimming, day camping, waterfalls, hikes, and historical sites. You’ll get to see Yamanashi beyond just the usual Mount Fuji stop with this tour, practically guaranteeing a fun experience for all. Pickup is offered.
Total time needed: 2 days
Language(s) offered: English
Private Day Tour in Mount Fuji with English Speaking Driver
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Did you know there are historical villages and gorgeous flower parks around Mt. Fuji – and even a famous theme park with wild rollercoasters? Opt for a private day tour from Tokyo to various sites around Mount Fuji, including Lake Kawaguchi, the 5th Station on Mount Fuji, as well as any other sites that catch your eye. Itineraries can be customized to your own. Pickup will be from any location within Tokyo.
Total time needed: 10 hours
Language(s) offered: English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese
Private Mt Fuji Tour from Tokyo: Scenic BBQ and Hidden Gems
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This tour is for the foodies, with a scenic day trip to the base of Mount Fuji and the iconic Lake Motosu, before enjoying a delicious local Japanese barbecue lunch, and a photo session to remember the moment.
Total time needed: 4 to 5 hours
Language(s) offered: English
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Tour
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This is a simple tour geared towards those who want to relax, with a stop to Mount Fuji as well as Hakone, one of Japan’s most popular hot springs resorts. Pickup is offered.
Total time needed: 8 to 10 hours
Language(s) offered: English, Japanese
Fuji Tours for the Adventure-Loving
Aokigahara Nature Conservation Full-Day Hiking Tour
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Looking to hike and explore magnificent views of Mount Fuji in the woodlands? Try this tour, which will bring you around the forests near Mount Fuji. You’ll also be able to participate in volunteer activities to save the environment by picking up litter for half an hour. Hike through beeches and evergreen groves in Aokigahara, the forest known as the Sea of Trees. A photo opportunity of the glorious Mount Fuji will also be scheduled, before wrapping up the day with a light hike for a wonderful view of Mount Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes.
Total time needed: 7 hours
Language(s) offered: English
Explore Mt. Fuji Ice Cave in Aokigahara Forest
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While fairly well known among the Japanese, the area surrounding Mt. Fuji is home to some of the world’s most under-the-radar natural wonders! Explore Aokigahara forest in this compact 3-hour tour, where you will visit a Japanese ice cave that requires special permission to enter. This is not for the faint-hearted, as only a single headlight is permitted as the source of light. Keen to explore this mysterious forest? Look no further.
Total time needed: 3 hours
Language(s) offered: English, Japanese
Mt. Fuji Private Jet Sightseeing Flight from Shizuoka Airport
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If you have flown from Tokyo to Osaka or other cities in western Japan, you have probably seen Mount Fuji rising majestically from the earth! Now you can enjoy a similar view by taking a private jet to see Japan’s most famous mountain up close. A rare opportunity to see Mount Fuji from a different angle, this chartered jet experience is sure to astound its passengers. This tour doesn’t offer pickup, and starts from Shizuoka Airport for a 60-minute flight tour.
Total time needed: 2 hours
Language(s) offered: English
Hakone Pirate Ship, Owakudani Ropeway, Fuji 2nd Station Snow Sledding Day Trip
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Looking for some winter fun? Did you know there’s actually a ski resort on Mount Fuji? You can even snow sled down the mountain’s second station during the winter months, an experience that will leave you wanting more. This tour also visits Gotemba Premium Outlets, one of Japan’s biggest outlet malls, and the Hakone Ropeway as well as Lake Ashinoko. It’s the perfect combination of shopping, adventure, and scenic views and a great day tour of the Mount Fuji area.
Total time needed: 11 hours
Language(s) offered: English
2-Day Mt. Fuji Climbing Tour
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Is climbing Mount Fuji on your bucket list, but you’re worried about making it there yourself? Embark on this tour where you will follow a guide on a 2-day climbing tour that will help you conquer the peak of Mount Fuji. (Note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible, and not recommended for travelers with medical conditions.)
Total time needed: 11 hours
Language(s) offered: English
Group Tours to Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji Day Tour from Tokyo or Shinjuku
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Join a small, intimate tour to Mount Fuji, starting off at Arakurayama Sengen Park, where you will enjoy panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the iconic pagoda before catching the fantastic views of the “Ladder Town,” where every street is a photo masterpiece of Mount Fuji. End off with hot springs at Oshino Hakkai at the foot of Mount Fuji. This tour is highly recommended for photography enthusiasts.
Total time needed: 8 hours
Language(s) offered: Chinese, Japanese
Oishi Park & Mt. Fuji One Day Tour with Fruit Picking from Tokyo
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Experience Mount Fuji from above, with a tour bus stop at the 5th Station of Mount Fuji, and also ride on the Panoramic Ropeway for a 360-degree panoramic view at 1,075 meters. For foodies, this tour also spots at Yamanashi Sightseeing Orchard, where you can relish seasonal fruits, as well as stop by a Houtou hotpot shop for lunch, a udon specialty only found in Yamanashi prefecture. This tour departs from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo.
Total time needed: 10 to 11 hours
Language(s) offered: English
Mt Fuji & Five-storied Pagoda & Illumination & Ropeway Day Tour
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Enjoy an enthralling one-day tour that seamlessly blends natural splendors, cultural highlights, delectable cuisine, and dazzling illuminations. Your journey starts at the peaceful Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, where you can appreciate its calm ambiance and cultural importance. Then, ascend to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, the “Sky Palace,” for stunning, wide-ranging views of the iconic mountain and its picturesque surroundings. Relish a lunch featuring Hoto miso noodles, a regional delicacy, immersing yourself in the local culinary tradition. Continue your adventure with a ride on the Kachi-Kachi Ropeway, offering awe-inspiring vistas of Lake Kawaguchi and Mt. Fuji from Mt. Tenjo’s summit. As evening approaches, delve into the magical Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest Illumination. Stroll through paths lit by vibrant lights, admiring the intricate displays and forging unforgettable moments.
Total time needed: 10.5 hours
Language(s) offered: English, Chinese, Japanese
Mt. Fuji, Oshino Hakkai, & Gotemba Premium Outlets or Onsen Day Tour
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If there was an itinerary that aimed to cover all, this would be it. Visit the 5th Station of Mount Fuji at 7,546 feet where you will have an incredible view of the Fuji Five Lakes and Hakone National Park, before heading to Oshino Hakkai, where the eight lakes and the idyllic village of Oshino is sure to astound. Depending on the season, you will also visit Arakurayama Sengen Park instead of the 5th Station, where the beautiful five-story pagoda and views of Mount Fuji and the city of Fujiyoshida is a common sight on social media. End off the day with a shopping spree at Gotemba Premium Outlets, or at an onsen.
Total time needed: 10 hours
Language(s) offered: English
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