Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.com3-Day Mt Fuji, Kyoto and Nara Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo
based on 5 reviews
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights (approx.)
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Product code: 2142TYO_SH3
5 reviews of 3-Day Mt Fuji, Kyoto and Nara Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo
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The tour operator really has its act together. A representative met us at each station and took us to the next train. There were absolutely no problems whatsoever.
Reviewed by: David L, United States of America, June 2008
This trip takes you very close to nature, and our guide gave us an insight into Buddhist history. Spectacular!
Reviewed by: Uma B, India, September 2007
Unfortunately Mt Fuji was covered with clouds, we did not see anything.
Reviewed by: Gilbert M, Switzerland, September 2008
Taking the bus up to the middle of Mt Fuji was definitely an experience not to be missed! Hakone was a nice place with many little shops to buy souvenirs and snacks. The cruise was rather windy and a bit chilly, but nothing a good jacket couldn't combat. I think I could have skipped this portion of the trip and been just as happy. The bullet train ride was definitely a new experience for me. I had purchased the upgraded tour package, so I got to ride in the "Green Car" of the bullet train which was the first-class seats. It was almost as nice as first class on an airplane! Kyoto was amazing with Nara deer park being the highlight of my day. I got to purchase crackers to feed the deer! Also there was plenty of leisure time after the tour to roam around Kyoto and see some of the Gion district. There are many shops and restaurants all around. I enjoyed the entire trip, and the only confusion that occurred for me during the trip was the different tour guides each day. The guide I had for the Mt Fuji and Hakone portion of the trip made many comments about his personal life, which made me feel a little awkward. The guide also hand drew maps and charts of where we were going on the back of old calendar paper. I thought the tour could have provided maps for him that would have been more legible. Also, at times, the guide's English was hard to understand. However, all-in-all, all of the guides were very helpful and, when asked, gave great suggestions of places we could see cherry blossoms, where we could find a good place to eat, and where to visit.
Reviewed by: Grace L, United States of America, June 2008
The tour company did a fantastic job of organizing the whole trip. Believe me, this was no easy task as many things could have gone wrong, but we had excellent service from them. If I had to be picky, the only thing I was disappointed with was my hotel room; I had paid for the better class of hotel, and while the hotel was a superior hotel, I was disappointed by the room. There were two twin beds for me and my husband. We didn't mind too much, but it would have been good if we had been asked whether we wanted a double or a twin bedroom. Also, as the hotel is in the process of renovations, I think we got one of the older rooms; it was still nicely maintained and very clean, but it would have been better to get the renovated room. Other than that, I think the tours were great, the food was good, the tour guides were professional, and service was excellent. We would book with them again.
Reviewed by: Cheryl L, Australia, January 2008
