Japan Kumano Kodo Walking & Hiking
This immersive journey contrasts Japan's cityscapes with its spiritual countryside and ancient pilgrimage traditions on the Kii Peninsula. Start in Osaka, the bustling business hub of modern-day Japan, and end in Kyoto, Japan's former ancient capital and the repository of its cultural heritage. Hike along the spectacular Nakahechi section of the UNESCO-listed Kumano Kodo, an age-old web of pilgrimage routes. Soak up stunning scenery, marvel at sacred shrines, rest in ryokan inns, dine on the freshest local ingredients, and end rewarding days of hiking by relaxing in natural hot springs.
Highlights:
Important Trip Details:
Moderately paced hikes of up to seven miles a day on rustic trails with some steep and continuous ascents, plus a day of extensive city walking and cultural touring, linked by scenic train rides.
Minimum Age: 16
Highlights:
- Hike the mystical Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail strewn with stunning sacred shrines
- Experience charming traditional onsen baths and ryokan inns along the trail
- Take in the historic landmarks and cultural highlights of Kyoto and Osaka
Important Trip Details:
Moderately paced hikes of up to seven miles a day on rustic trails with some steep and continuous ascents, plus a day of extensive city walking and cultural touring, linked by scenic train rides.
Minimum Age: 16
Interests
- Adventure and Active
- Hiking/Trekking
About MT Sobek
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Meet in Japan’s ‘Second Capital’ Osaka | ||
2 | Embark on the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Trail | ||
3 | Explore the Mountains Between Takahara & Chikatsuyu | ||
4 | Marvel at Hongu Taisha & Explore the Ancient Shugendo Religion | ||
5 | Take in Yunomine Onsen & Cruise the Kumano River | ||
6 | Discover Nachi Taisha & Travel to Kyoto | ||
7 | Roam the Temples of Kyoto & Attend a Tea Ceremony | ||
8 | Bid Farewell to Japan |