Mount Fuji Full-Day Private Tour from Yokohama: Customizable

A private car and driver who shape the day around your schedule, not the other way around.

A customizable full-day private tour of Mount Fuji departing from Yokohama with an English-speaking driver and air-conditioned vehicle. You set the pace and stops (Oshino Hakkai's eight clear ponds and Samurai houses, Lake Kawaguchi's lakeside views, Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine, and Oishi Park with seasonal flowers) all fit inside 10 hours. Pickup from Yokohama Port is included. Groups larger than five require advance notice.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Lake Kawaguchi1h
2. Oishi Park1h

Mount Fuji sightseeing and cultural tour

• Pickup from Yokohama Port
• Visit iconic pagoda in Fujiyoshida
• Explore Oshino Hakkai ponds and samurai houses
• Tour Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine
• Boat experience on Lake Kawaguchi
• Enjoy ice cream and views at Oishi Park
• Visit traditional village at Lake Saiko

The experience

The tour picks you up from Yokohama Port or nearby and runs 10 hours, but the itinerary is yours to shape. You might spend more time at Oshino Hakkai (a World Heritage Site with eight spring-fed ponds so clear you can see the rare koi, plus Samurai houses and a museum), or linger at Lake Kawaguchi, the second-largest of the Fuji Five Lakes, where you can take a boat out for views of Mount Fuji from the water. Oishi Park sits on the slopes with seasonal flowers and a view of the mountain. The driver knows where the best ice cream in town is. Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine offers a quieter stop if you want the sacred atmosphere and the lush greenery without the crowds.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and holds up to five passengers comfortably. Larger groups need to contact the operator first. Your driver speaks English and holds a commercial transport license, which means the vehicle is fully insured and legally authorized for passenger transport. You can try local fruits and sweets at Oshino Hakkai, and the boat ride on Lake Kawaguchi is a moment most people don't expect to fit into a single day trip. Yashi no Sato, a reconstructed traditional village on Lake Saiko, is another option if the schedule allows. It was rebuilt to preserve the original village destroyed by landslide in 1966, and it sits quiet on the shore with views of Mount Fuji.

Because the itinerary is flexible, you control what matters most. Some travelers want the shrine and the ponds and the park all in one day. Others spend half the time at one location and skip another. The driver adjusts. Entrance fees to Oshino Hakkai (300 yen) and Yashi no Sato (500 yen) are optional, and you pay them on-site if you choose to enter. Lunch is not included, but the stops give you time to eat at local restaurants or grab something quick.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle for the full 10 hours.
• English-speaking driver with commercial transport license.
• pickup from Yokohama Port or nearby.
• customizable itinerary built around your interests and schedule.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to3h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 33 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Xplor Japan

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to set your own pace and timing at each stop. You control how long to linger or move on, unlike a shared group tour that follows a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I customize the stops on the Mount Fuji tour, or is the itinerary fixed?

The itinerary is fully customizable. You work with the driver to decide which stops matter most and how long to spend at each one within the 10-hour window. Contact the operator before booking to discuss your preferences.

What is Oshino Hakkai and why is it worth visiting?

Oshino Hakkai is a World Heritage Site in Fujiyoshida with eight spring-fed ponds so clear you can see rare koi fish. The site includes preserved Samurai houses, a museum, and views of Mount Fuji. You can also try local grown fruits and sweets there.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included, but the tour stops at locations with local restaurants and food options where you can eat on your own.

Is the pickup from Yokohama Port guaranteed, or do I need to arrange my own transport to a meeting point?

Pickup from Yokohama Port or nearby areas is included in the tour price. Contact the operator to confirm your exact pickup location and time.

How many people can fit in the vehicle?

The vehicle comfortably seats up to five passengers. If your group is larger than five, contact the operator first to arrange appropriate transport.

What are the entrance fees I need to know about?

Oshino Hakkai entrance is 300 yen per person (optional), and Yashi no Sato entrance is 500 yen per person (optional). Both are paid on-site if you choose to visit. The Oshino Hakkai Museum is an additional 300 yen.