Japan's Kumano Kodo Trail & Nakasendo Way

 

Both the Kumano Kodo Trail and Nakasendo Ways are steeped in history, tradition and spectacular natural beauty. The Nakasendo Way was forged by Shoguns in the Edo period and the Kumano Kodo is a pilgrimage route connecting 3 important Buddhist Shrines and was given UNESCO World Heritage status in 2004. Pass through small quaint villages, dense forests and scenic mountain ranges, offering breathtaking views. Immerse further into Japanese culture by taking in a relaxing Onsen experience. at the end of your day. Be amazed at the beauty, serenity and timelessness of the people and landscapes.

Your 12 day/11 nights itinerary includes

✓ Breakfast Daily
✓ 5 Dinners including a Welcome Dinner
✓ 4 Lunches
✓ 8 nights accommodation in comfortable hotels, 3 nights in traditional Ryokan’s
✓ IC Transport card for Tokyo
✓ Bus, Train & Boat Transport to move between your walks
✓ Small group, maximum of 16 people
✓ Complimentary arrival transfer by shared Shuttle in Tokyo
✓ Tour Leader

Highlights include;

Walking day tour of Tokyo incl less visited local neighborhoods like Nippori, Yanesen & Nezu

Ride the Bullet train

Soak in Onsen’s

Enjoy a scenic train journey through the Japanese Alps to Matsumoto and visit the ‘Crow Castle’ aptly named because of it’s black sombre appearance

Visit the Philosopher’s way and Temples in Kyoto

A walking tour of Nara of the city’s parks and temples

Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage trail of the Kumano Kodo,

Pass through the ruins of the Uwada-jaya Teahouse and across the Hashiori-toge Pass, with its iconic Gyubadoji statue of one of the first pilgrim emperors.

A visit to the Hongu World Heritage Centre

Price from *$6620.00 pp twin share, select dates. Single Room option from + $910.00

2025 Dates

  • 11 May - 22 May

  • 18 May - 29 May

  • 07 Sep - 18 Sep

  • 21 Sep - 02 Oct

  • 05 Oct - 16 Oct

  • 12 Oct - 23 Oct

  • 02 Nov - 13 Nov

2026 Dates

  • 10 May - 21 May

  • 17 May - 28 May

  • 06 Sep - 17 Sep

  • 20 Sep - 01 Oct

  • 04 Oct - 15 Oct

  • 11 Oct - 22 Oct

  • 25 Oct - 05 Nov

  • 01 Nov - 12 Nov

Daily Itinerary

  • Day 1: Join trip in Tokyo.

  • Day 2: Walking tour of Tokyo

  • Day 3: Express train to Matsumoto

  • Day 4: Hike on Nakasendo Way from Magome to Nagiso, bullet train to Kyoto

  • Day 5: Walking in Kyoto

  • Day 6: Train to Nara

  • Day 7: Train to Kii Peninsula and hike through ancient forest Takahara, the starting point of our Kumano Kodo

  • Day 8: Kumano Kodo walk

  • Day 9: Walk to Hongu Shrine

  • Day 10: Kumano River Boat trip

  • Day 11: Hike to Nachi Shrine, train to Osaka

  • Day 12: Trip ends in Osaka after breakfast

    Difficulty: Moderate

“The best view comes after the hardest climb”
— Bhawna Dehariya
 

“Terms and Conditions *Price correct at February 2025, but is subject to change, availability and may be affected by currency fluctuations”

 
WalkingJulie ClearyJapan