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Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek

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From Kyoto to Osaka
4.5 (12,177 reviews)
  • Vibrant canal with reflections of colorful city lights at night.
  • Colorful pagoda with a waterfall in a misty, lush environment.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kyoto

    Kyoto

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kyoto streets on arrival
    • Dinner at local Japanese restaurant
  3. Day 2

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walk to Shimogamo Shrine
    • Visit Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)
    • Hike behind Ginkaku-ji for scenic views
    • Walk along Philosopher's Path
    • Visit two other Zen temples
    Landmarks
    Shimogamo Shrine
    Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)
    Philosopher's Path
  4. Day 3

    Koya-san

    Koya-san
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian meal))

    Included Activities

    • Train to Kii-Hosokawa Station
    • Hike Koya-san Choishi Michi trail
    • Visit Daimon Gate
    • Learn about Shingon Buddhism
    Landmarks
    Koya-san Choishi Michi trail
    Daimon Gate
  5. Day 4

    Yunomine

    Yunomine
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Participate in monastery morning prayers
    • Visit Kumano Hongu Taisha

    Optional Activities

    • Bathe in Tsuboyu onsen (UNESCO World Heritage site)
    • Explore Yunomine Onsen town
    Landmarks
    Tsuboyu Onsen
    Kumano Hongu Taisha
  6. Day 5

    Kumano Kodo to Koguchi

    Kumano Kodo to Koguchi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike Kumano Kodo from Ukegawa to Koguchi
    • Reach Hyakken-gura peak
    • Cross Sakuratoge Pass
    Landmarks
    Kumano Kodo
    Hyakken-gura
    Sakuratoge Pass
  7. Day 6

    Kumano Kodo to Kii Katsuura

    Kumano Kodo to Kii Katsuura
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike Kumano Kodo from Echizen-toge to Nachi Taisha
    • Reach Funami-jaya teahouse
    • Visit Nachi Taisha
    Landmarks
    Echizen-toge Pass
    Funami-jaya Teahouse
    Nachi Taisha
  8. Day 7

    Kii Katsuura to Osaka

    Kii Katsuura to Osaka
    Meals
    Dinner (Final group dinner celebrating the journey)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kii Katsuura tuna market
    • Walking tour of Dotombori neighbourhood
    Landmarks
    Kii Katsuura Tuna Market
    Dotombori
    Glico Running Man
    Kani Doraku
  9. Day 8

    Osaka

    Osaka

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Osaka on your own
    • Extended stay in Osaka (arrange with booking agent)

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