Day Trips in Kanto

Spend a day in Nikko, a town nestled by the mountains and lakes of Nikko National Park. With a guide, you'll visit the elaborate Toshogu Shrine, which sits on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list, having been a center of Shinto and Buddhist worship for centuries. Stop for a typical yuba gozen lunch complete with tempura and udon noodles, then travel on to Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji. The day-long tour includes all public transport and round-trip train transport from Asakusa in Tokyo. Numbers are also limited to just 10 for a small-group experience.

See two of Japan's most revered temples, Okunoin and Danjo Garan, on a full-day journey from Osaka. In ancient times, traveling to sacred Mt Koya could take several days on foot. Now you can see these UNESCO World Heritage sites on a day trip by rail, cable car and bus. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, learn about the famous center of Shingon Buddhism as you walk through Okunoin and Danjo Garan, along with surrounding pagodas, Buddha statues and monuments. Your tour includes lunch, transportation and entrance fees.

Visit one of Japan's most recognizable Buddhist monuments with ease on a full-day tour of Kamakura from Tokyo. In a small group limited to five, you'll tick off the colorful Shrine of Tsuragoaka Hachimangu; marvel at the 47-foot (14-meter) tall bronze Buddha statue of Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura); and Hokokuji Temple, home to a bamboo garden. Lunch (additional cost), and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Spend a day exploring Mt. Fuji and the surrounding area on this day trip that includes a visit to a hot spring resort (onsen) from Tokyo. Ascend the slopes of Mt. Fuji, reaching its 5th Station, for amazing views. Then descend to enjoy an invigorating hot springs soak at a nearby resort. You'll conclude your excursion with shopping time at Gotemba Premium Outlets. Your Mt. Fuji experience also includes an optional lunch, a guide and GPS-based audio guidance for several additional languages.

Enjoy sightseeing near Japan's iconic Mt. Fuji, including a Lake Ashi cruise and visit to Mt. Komagatake during this 11.5-hour day trip by coach from Tokyo. See the celebrated Mt. Fuji during a stop at its famous 5th Station, then take a laid-back boat cruise on beautiful Lake Ashi before touring Mt. Komagatake's ropeway and summit, offering amazing views of nearby Hakone National Park. This full-day excursion also includes all entrance fees, free WiFi on the bus, a guide, lunch, and pickup from select Tokyo hotels.

Take a full-day tour from Tokyo to the scenic Hakone area. Step aboard a pirate ship for a scenic cruise on Lake Ashinoko. Next, ride the Hakone Ropeway to the summit for incredible views of Mt. Fuji and the Owakudani volcanic valley. Sit down for a buffet lunch, then have two hours for shopping at Gotemba Premium Outlets before returning to central Tokyo. You can also upgrade to add an audio guide available in eight different languages if you prefer a guided experience.

This action-packed day tour is a great choice for travelers with limited time in Japan. Take the stress out of figuring out public transport by having all transfers included. You'll travel with ease on a tour bus to Hakone Lake Ashi and enjoy a sightseeing cruise that boasts views of Mt. Fuji, followed by a sledding adventure. Once you've worked up an appetite, a delicious all-you-can-eat lunch is provided. The day ends with a perfect opportunity for souvenir shopping - a visit to one of Japan's largest outlets - Gotemba Premium Outlets.

Join a full-day guided tour from Tokyo that travels to Mt Fuji, then continues to nearby Lake Ashi and the Mt Komagatake Ropeway. Enjoy the ease of comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide, who will accompany you to the revered Mt Fuji's 5th Station. Take a short boat cruise on Lake Ashi and climb by aerial tram to the top of Mt Komagatake for views of Mt Fuji. Return to Tokyo by bullet train in the evening after taking in some of Japan's iconic highlights.

Hop the train from Tokyo to Kamakura on this private full-day tour of the historical city. Your experienced private guide takes you to Shinto and Buddhist temples including highlights like the Great Buddha (Kotokuin Temple), Hase Temple and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. You'll have time to explore the shops along Komachi-Dori. Kamakura is also known for its fine cherry blossom displays in April.

Take a day away from the business of the city and spend a day with a local who has the same interests on this day trip to Hakone from Tokyo. Hakone is a small town in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, which is known for its hot springs and excellent views of Mount Fuji over Lake Ashinoko. As your host shares insights into local life, stroll though the national park, see the red Hakone Shrine, and soak up the rejuvenating waters of a traditional onsen (hot spring bath, at own expense).

Discover the historic environs of Nara, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as you explore its temples, shrines and famous deer park on this 6.5-hour excursion from Osaka. Visit Todaji Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, before seeing Kasuga Shrine, which features over 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. Then stop by Nara Park, a 1,250-acre reserve that's home to more than 1,000 free-roaming deer. Your Nara excursion also includes pickup from select Osaka hotels, rail tickets between Osaka and Nara, a guide and all entrance fees.

Experience a kaleidoscope of color on an 8-hour Tokyo sightseeing tour during 'momiji' season, when Japan's autumn leaves are in full bloom. In a small group limited to 10, you'll travel to the best fall viewing spots and tick off top Tokyo attractions such as Tsukiji Fish Market, Rikugien Garden, Shibuya Scramble, and Honganji Temple. Lunch and entrance fees are included.

Visit Mt. Fuji's 5th Station and Lake Kawaguchi on this full-day tour from Tokyo. Enjoy air-conditioned round-trip transportation from a meeting point in Tokyo to the 5th Station, and explore both Oshino Hakkai and Kawagushi Lakeside. Stop midday at the Kawaguchi Lakeside restaurant for a lunch of Houtou udon noodles, complete with a view of Mt. Fuji on a clear day. Depart the mountain to make a shopping stop at the Gotemba Premium Outlets on the drive back to Tokyo.

Explore picturesque Nara on a private and personalised experience. Your Local Host will show you Nara's highlights like the Todai-ji Temple as well as revealing hidden gems and the most beautiful spots in the city. Visit stunning Shinto shrines, sacred Buddhist sites and stroll through peaceful gardens and along forest paths, as well as enjoying authentic Kansai cuisine. A day in Nara will feel like a holiday from your holiday!

Travel to Mt Fuji's 5th Station, situated at an elevation of 7,545 feet (2,300 meters) on the UNESCO-listed mountain. This coach tour departs Tokyo's Shinjuku Station for a full-day itinerary that includes stops at Lake Kawaguchi and Oshino Hakkai in the Fuji Five Lakes district. Snap a photo with a ninja at the Oshino Ninja Village and experience unforgettable 4D views on the Fuji Airways flight simulator. Opt to include a Japanese-style lunch if you'd like.

Enjoy a full-day tour that includes time to play in the snow, a fresh seafood lunch and a visit to a strawberry farm. Upon departing from Tokyo, head to the Norn Minakami snow resort where you can try sledding and enjoy other fun snow-related activities. Then savor a lunch that features fresh crab or shrimp at an excellent restaurant near Mount Tanigawa, a famous mountain in Japan. For dessert, pick your own strawberries at Harada Farm before returning to Tokyo in the afternoon.Please note: This tour runs seasonally between December and March. The date is subject to change.

Visit Mount Fuji, Hakone, and surrounding points of interest with this bus tour from Tokyo's Shinjuku area. You'll start with a visit to Oshino Hakkai, with its eight springs, before continuing on a cruise aboard a pirate ship on Lake Ashi. From here, you'll go to Hakone Yumoto for lunch, with plenty of time to explore on your own before heading back to Tokyo.

Visit Arakurayama Sengen Park, cruise on Lake Ashi by Hakone pirate ship, and relax in an all-weather spa with this action-packed day trip from Tokyo. A good choice for families or those who just want to experience something different, the excursion includes sights of Mt. Fuji and a 5-storey pagoda as well as the chance to try a Finnish sauna or even bathe in wine. A full buffet lunch is also included at the spa.

Explore Kyoto and Nara with a photographer guide, and have your photos taken by a pro as you learn about the cities. With all the key shrines and temples included in the itinerary, you're sure to have a selection of beautiful backdrops to your photos. Strike a pose by the Golden Pavilion or opt for casual in-action shots at the gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine. All photos are delivered in JPEG format a few days after the tour.

Explore the rich spiritual history and fascinating sights of Kamakura during this 5-hour trip from Tokyo. Visit a mix of Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples as you get a sense for the religious heritage of this Japanese city, which is home to number of famous attractions like the 42-foot (13-meter) tall Great Buddha statue. A tasty Japanese-style lunch at a high-end restaurant is also included.