Mt. Fuji area tour from Shimizu Port: 3 stops in 5 hours

Three Mt. Fuji landmarks in one morning, ending back at the port

A 5-hour shore excursion from Shimizu Port for cruise passengers, with a chartered van and licensed English-speaking guide visiting three Mt. Fuji area sites: a photographer's viewpoint, Shiraito Falls and Otodome Falls, and Sengen Shrine. Highway tolls, parking and the guide are included. The tour returns to the port on schedule. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles and viewing areas are available on request.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Mt. Fuji area highlights

• Travel from Shimizu Port by van taxi
• Visit popular Mt. Fuji photo spot
• See Shiraito Falls and Otodome Falls
• Visit main Sengen Shrine

The Experience

Sengen Shrine sits at the heart of this tour: originally built in the 9th century to protect the region from volcanic eruptions, it stands as the foremost shrine among over 1,300 Sengen Shrines across Japan and is part of the Mt. Fuji World Heritage site. The van picks you up at Shimizu Port and takes you inland to three stops that matter to people who want to see Mt. Fuji without spending a full day away from the ship. A government-certified guide travels with the group and speaks English throughout.

The first stop is one of the most popular photo spots for Mt. Fuji among photographers, not the crowded Lake Kawaguchi, but a quieter vantage point where you can spend time without the tour-bus crowds. From there, the route heads to Shiraito Falls and the nearby Otodome Falls, both fed by Mt. Fuji spring water and both part of the World Heritage area. These are among Japan's most beautiful waterfalls, and they sit close enough together that you see both in one stop. Wheelchair users have a dedicated viewing area at the falls.

The van is a jumbo taxi (a comfortable, roomy vehicle with a professional licensed driver), and it includes all highway tolls and parking fees. The whole tour runs 5 hours and finishes back at Shimizu Port, timed so you're back before the ship departs. If the ship cannot dock due to weather, the operator refunds 100% of the price.

What’s included

• A chartered jumbo taxi with a professional licensed driver.
• a government-certified English-speaking guide for the full 5 hours.
• all highway toll road fees and parking fees.

Days and timesDaily · 13 departure times, from 08:00 to 14:00

Meeting point and pickupPickup optional · ends where it starts4 pickup points to choose from.Meeting point, per the operator: “Your guide waits for you at the exit of CIQ terminal (= in front of your cruise ship) showing your welcome paper.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availableInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Local Travel Partners,Inc

Is this one for you?Five hours is exactly what fits a shore excursion: long enough to see three Mt. Fuji sites without rushing, short enough to be back at the port before the ship leaves. If your port call is shorter or you want to explore the city, this tour takes the whole window.

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Top questions

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 24h before the start.

Can I take a wheelchair or stroller on this Mt. Fuji tour from Shimizu Port?

Yes. Wheelchair-equipped vans are available on request, and all three destinations are wheelchair accessible. At Shiraito Falls, wheelchair users view the falls from a dedicated observation area. If you're bringing a wheelchair or stroller, let the operator know the number and size when you book.

How many people can fit in the van for this tour?

The van is a jumbo taxi that holds a comfortable group. The operator accepts a maximum of 10 group bookings per day, with one booking per group, so you won't be mixed with other parties.

What is Shiraito Falls, and why is it part of this tour?

Shiraito Falls and the nearby Otodome Falls are among Japan's most beautiful waterfalls, fed entirely by Mt. Fuji spring water. Both are part of the Mt. Fuji World Heritage site and sit close to each other, so you see both in one stop without extra travel time.

Does the 5-hour tour leave enough time to get back to the ship?

Yes. The tour departs Shimizu Port and returns there within 5 hours, timed so you're back before the ship's departure. If your ship cannot dock due to bad weather, you receive a full refund.

What's included in the price for this shore excursion?

The chartered van with a professional driver, a government-certified English-speaking guide, all highway toll road fees, and parking fees are included. The guide stays with your group for the full 5 hours.