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Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail

Starting from $6,850

Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail

Overview

Destination:
Japan
Start:Tokyo, Japan
Finish:Osaka, Japan
Duration:12 days
Type:Group tour (max 18)
Style:
Cycling/Trekking/Walking,
Tripcode:
113901
Travel Period
September 2025 - October 2025
Discover Japan on our walking holiday that ticks off the must-sees, explores its beautiful landscapes and takes you off the beaten path, too. See a new side of Tokyo on an urban hike through the sprawling capital before heading into the mountains to uncover relics from the Edo period. Finish up with a four-day hike along the Kumano Kodo, an ancient pilgrimage trail connecting Shinto shrines. Along the way, refuel with authentic Japanese cuisine and unwind in the onsen at a traditional ryokan.

Nakasendo Way - Hike between historic post towns on a highway once travelled by samurai and itinerant merchants.

Kyoto - Explore the temples and tea houses of Japan's historic capital on foot.

Traditional accommodation - Experience a Japanese rite of passage, sleeping on a futon and washing in a hot spring bath at a traditional ryokan inn.

Highlights
Hike along forested pilgrim trails between ancient shrines|Explore the temples and gardens of historic Kyoto and Nara on foot|Enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine and accommodation

Tour information
Transport: Boat, Public Bus, Train
Tour staff: Explore Tour Leader
Meals :Breakfast 11, Lunch 4 & Dinner 5

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Your Itinerary

Day 1 - Join trip in Tokyo; welcome meal

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Day 2 - Walking tour of Tokyo including less-visited neighbourhoods

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Day 3 - Express train to Matsumoto; visit the impressive castle

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Day 4 - Hike on Nakasendo Way from Magome to Nagiso; bullet train to Kyoto

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Day 5 - Walking in Kyoto including Philosophers Way and temple visits

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Day 6 - Train to Nara; walking tour around the city's parks and temples. Visit Uji green tea growing capital

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Day 7 - Train to Kii Peninsula; hike through ancient forest to Takahara

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Day 8 - Kumano Kodo walk with sweeping countryside views

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Day 9 - Walk on the Kumano Kodo to Hongu shrine

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Day 10 - Kumano River boat trip to Hatayama shrine; train to Kii-Katsuura

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Day 11 - Hike to Nachi shrine; train to Osaka

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Day 12 - Trip ends in Osaka

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Travel Partner
Explore! is a leading adventure travel company offering small group tours across the globe. With expert local guides and a commitment to responsible travel, they provide unforgettable experiences from trekking and cycling to wildlife safaris

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