A day trip to Mount Fuji or the temples of Nikko

Tokyo is a brilliant base for two classic day trips. On a clear day you can head out towards Mount Fuji and the lakes of Hakone, with its hot springs and views of the iconic peak. Alternatively, the temple town of Nikko, a short train ride north, is a UNESCO site of dazzling shrines set among forests and waterfalls. Both can be done independently by train, or as an organised tour if you'd rather have the logistics handled. We'll help you decide which suits your trip and how to do each affordably by rail.