Tokyo Okutama Day Trip Tour

About this experience

＊Please note that the "Standard Plan" DOES NOT include hotel pickup. Make sure to select the correct option based on your needs. Tokyo is one of the most representative big cities in the world. But do you know this city has another face? Away from the Tokyo metropolitan area, which is surrounded by buildings abd lots of dizzying neon city lights and hustle and bustle of the city, there are unexplored places that even people of living in Tokyo don't know about it. In Okutama, which is surrounded by big nature and natural monuments even in the midst of the big city of tokyo,you will find beautiful scenery and thrilling experiences that no one knows. ・A day tour where you can enjoy the great outdoors in a secluded area of Tokyo, Okutama. ・5-10 hidden places to visit in a day ・You can enjoy appearance of each one by one of four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. ・First-class professional driver for Safe, comfortable, pleasant ・Can be enjoyed by families, couples or by yourself

Itinerary

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1. Stop 1

   At the beginning of your trip, you can feel the breath of nature in Okutama Town. The first part of the trip will be crossing the Hatonosu Valley. At Unzen Bridge, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery unique to Okutama. The fresh air blowing down from the mountains into the valley will quickly blow away the early morning sleepiness and the stale air that has accumulated in the car for a long time.

2. Stop 2

   Duration: 60 min

   At first destination, you will do your morning exercise. Nippara Cave is one of the limestone caves that represent of Kanto region. There are lights up in some places, creating a fantastic scenery. As you walk through about 1km long cave, you can feel the age through the stalactites that were created over many thousands of years.

3. Stop 3

   The tour will take you around the lake. Lake Okutama is one of representative lake in Japan. You can enjoy the magnificent scenery of each season right in front of your eyes.

4. Stop 4

   Duration: 60 min

   After the drive around of lakeside, we will visit a point in the top of the mountain where you can enjoy a spectacular view of the lake and mountains. We will have a simple picnic here. We will having lunch with a kamameshi lunch box made with locally grown vegetables, and say goodbye to Okutama town.

5. Stop 5

   After lunch, we will rest in the car while moving. We will enter Hinohara Village while conserving our stamina for afternoon activities. Hinohara Village is the only village in Tokyo that is not well known even among Tokyo residents. Along with Okutama Town, it is the village most surrounded by nature in Tokyo. This village's cypress has become a brand.

6. Stop 6

   Duration: 60 min

   Here we will visit traditional Japanese house. You can learn about how people in the past lived in the harsh environment. I use the mountain climbing monorail to get home. You can enjoy the spectacular view of climbing up a steep slope of 43 degrees.

7. Stop 7

   Duration: 30 min

   Here we will walk cross the valley. Kanoto Rocks are two large rocks with historical surface. We will walk along the side of the river that flows vigorously between the rocks. The mysterious scenery and thrilling roads will make you forget that you are in Tokyo.

8. Stop 8

   Duration: 60 min

   Finale, we will go to see a waterfall. Hossawa Falls is one of Japanese representative waterfalls. It is a 60m long waterfall divided into 4 steps. The area around the basin of waterfall is surrounded by an abundance of negative ions. In winter, you can see the "Hyobaku" where the entire waterfall freezes over.

What's included

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• Lunch
• Air-conditioned vehicle

What's not included

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• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Snacks
• Souvenir
• We have scheduled a coffee break during the tour, but please note that food and drinks are not included and must be paid separately.
• Japan does not have a tipping culture. However, we would be honored to receive your gesture of appreciation.

Additional information

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• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Usulally, Reservations are accepted since 2 people
• The price includes the facility entrance fee, lunch, car charge and expressway fee.
• Please arrive at the meeting place 10 minutes before the meeting time. Please let us know if you might late.
• Smoking is prohibited in the car while you are moving. Let us know and we will take you the smoking area.
• The actual cost will be charged yourself for souvenirs, snacks, and personalized items purchased during the tour.
• The area is dotted with many natural monuments and nationally designated protected animals and plants. Please don’t collect them personally.
• I plan to use the public bath during the private tour. If it is difficult to use, Please let me know in advance. Please understand that we cannot refund the fee in that case.
• Souvenirs may not be eligible for tax exemption. Please purchase at your own risk.
• Depending on the type of souvenir, it may not pass the airport's censors. Please pay special attention to drinks.
• We do not accept any complaints or troubles during the tour.
• The tour may be interrupted due to an emergency caused by an earthquake or natural disaster. Please note that we cannot issue a refund in that case.
• If you have any additional questions, please ask the organizer.
• At public bathhouses, guests with tattoos are generally not permitted to enter. If you have any tattoos, please inform us in advance.
• The tour is by car. Most of the travel is on mountain roads, so please take care of your own car sickness. If you are easily intoxicated, we will consider where to sit, so please consult with us. If in the event that the vehicle is soiled due to illness, a separate cleaning fee will be charged. (Reported : 10,000 yen, Not reported : 30,000 yen).
• There will be frequent instances of climbing stairs and getting in and out of the vehicle. If you are not confident in your physical strength, we kindly recommend refraining from participating.
• The lunch menu is already fixed. Please let us know in advance if you have any food tastes, food allergies, or religious or foodism reasons.
• During the tour, there are occasions when you walk on mountain roads or use your physical strength. If you are not confident, please let us know in advance. We will consider it.
• During the tour, there are times when you cross a place with bad footing. Please be careful when passing. ・

Cancellation policy

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.