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Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek

8 days
From Kyoto to Osaka
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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kyoto

    Kyoto

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kyoto streets upon early arrival
    • Dinner at local Japanese restaurant
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  2. Day 2

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

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

    Kyoto to Koya-san

    Kyoto to 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
    Landmarks
    Daimon Gate
    Koya-san Choishi Michi trail
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  4. Day 4

    Koya-san to Yunomine

    Koya-san to Yunomine
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Participate in monastery morning prayers
    • Visit Kumano Hongu Taisha

    Optional Activities

    • Soak in Tsuboyu onsen (UNESCO World Heritage site)
    Landmarks
    Tsuboyu onsen
    Kumano Hongu Taisha
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  5. Day 5

    Kumano Kodo

    Kumano Kodo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike Kumano Kodo from Ukegawa to Koguchi
    • Bus transfer to Ukegawa
    Landmarks
    Hyakken-gura peak
    Sakuratoge Pass
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  6. Day 6

    Kumano Kodo to Kii Katsuura

    Kumano Kodo to Kii Katsuura
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike Kumano Kodo to Nachi Taisha
    • Visit Nachi Taisha
    • Local bus to Kii Katsuura
    Landmarks
    Echizen-toge Pass
    Funami-jaya teahouse
    Nachi Taisha
  7. Day 7

    Kii Katsuura to Osaka

    Kii Katsuura to Osaka
    Meals
    Dinner (Final group celebration dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kii Katsuura tuna market
    • Train to Osaka
    • Walking tour of Dotombori District
    Landmarks
    Kii Katsuura tuna market
    Dotombori District
    Glico Running Man
    Kani Doraku crab
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  8. Day 8

    Osaka

    Osaka

    Optional Activities

    • Additional exploration of Osaka (requires advance booking with agent)

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