Hiking
9-Day Kumano Kodo Trail Guided Tour
Japan
9 days
Difficulty:Strenuous
Trip Type:Comfort
Group size:8
4.7Highlights
- Hike the UNESCO-certified Nakahechi route of the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail.
- Visit the Three Grand Shrines of Kumano: Hongu, Nachi, and Hayatama while on the Kumano Kodo guided tour.
- Enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the Kumano River to Hayatama Grand Shrine.
- Cross the Kii Peninsula on foot, exploring scenic villages and landscapes.
- Spend two nights at a hot spring hotel in the fishing town of Katsuura.
- Experience a private shamisen music performance in a traditional setting on this 9-day Kumano Kodo tour.
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Itinerary
9-Day Kumano Kodo Trail Guided Tour
DAY 1
Meet in Kyoto
DAY 2
Kyoto to Kii Peninsula
DAY 3
Takahara to Chikatsuyu
All meals
All meals are provided as part of the Kumano Kodo 9-day package, which may include breakfast and dinner on all days.
Accommodation
Lodging at various hotels, guesthouses, or other types of accommodation during the Kumano Kodo trip.
Luggage transfers
Forwarding of 1 item of luggage on 2 occasions
Local guide
A knowledgeable English speaking guide to provide insights and information about the places on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail.
Additional Activities
Traditional boat ride on the Kumano River and exclusive shamisen musical performance.
What's not included
Airport Transfers
Transportation between different destinations as part of the Kumano Kodo hiking tour.
Flights
All the flight charges required for your Kumano Kodo guided tour.
Admission fees
Entrance fees to museums, temples, etc. not mentioned in the Kumano Kodo itinerary.
Day 1
Western-style hotel
Day 2 & 3
Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) and Family-run guesthouse
Day 4 - 7
Hot Spring Inn
Day 8
Western-style hotel
Departure Dates
from $2048 /person
Private groups
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Adventure together
Invite your friends and family on your adventure:
$2048
/ person