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Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

Stray off the tourist trail with an eight-day hiking adventure on some of the great ancient pilgrim routes in Japan. The Koya-san and Kumano Kodo treks take you deep through the wilderness and into the mountainous landscapes of Honshu, as you gain insight...

Duration
8 Days
Cities
4
Next Departure
17-May-2025
Starting at
USD 3,295.00
USD 2,471.00
Price per day
USD 309.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Intrepid Travel
Tour
Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 12
Categories
tour category: Walkingtour category: Train

Summary

Stray off the tourist trail with an eight-day hiking adventure on some of the great ancient pilgrim routes in Japan. The Koya-san and Kumano Kodo treks take you deep through the wilderness and into the mountainous landscapes of Honshu, as you gain insight into the strong connection with past and present pilgrims. Along the way, stop by peaceful temples and monasteries, soak in traditional onsen and discover the cultural hubs of Kyoto and Osaka. This small-group adventure will give you both a physical and cultural workout around the best of enchanting Japan.

Map: Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek (Intrepid)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Kyoto
Day 2
Kyoto
Day 3
Koya-San
Day 4
Yunomine
Day 5
Kumano Kodo To Koguchi
Day 6
Kumano Kodo To Kii Katsuura
Day 7
Osaka
Day 8
Osaka

Travel Cities (4): Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo, Wakayama

Highlights

  • Experience two of the main religions in Japan – Buddhism and Shintoism – by following the footsteps of ancient pilgrims on their quest for faith along the Koya-san and Kumano Kodo trails.
  • Discover two of the major cultural hubs of Japan on foot, walking the Philosopher’s Path in Kyoto and strolling through the Dotombori district in Osaka.
  • Join in the morning prayers and share a traditional shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian) meal during an overnight temple stay in Koya-san, deep in mountainous Wakayama prefecture.
  • Soak in an onsen after a day of trekking in Yunomine – there's no better way in Japan to relax and rejuvenate than in the natural mineral waters of a hot spring.
  • Explore Kyoto on a couple of nearby hikes for a different perspective on the life and culture in this notable city, as well as visiting some sites of natural and religious significance.

Travel Package

 

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Kyoto

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Osaka

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