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Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek

8 days
From Kyoto to Osaka
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kyoto streets if arriving early
    • Dinner at local Japanese restaurant
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  2. Day 2

    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 (if time permits)
    Landmarks
    Shimogamo Shrine
    Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)
    Philosopher's Path
  3. Day 3

    Koya-san

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian meal) provided by temple hosts)

    Included Activities

    • Hike Koya-san Choishi Michi trail
    • Visit Daimon Gate
    • Learn about Shingon Buddhism at Koya-san
    Landmarks
    Koya-san Choishi Michi trail
    Daimon Gate
    Koya-san
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  4. Day 4

    Koya-san to Yunomine

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Participate in monastery morning prayers (optional opportunity)
    • Visit Kumano Hongu Taisha

    Optional Activities

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

    Kumano Kodo - Koguchi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike Kumano Kodo trail to Koguchi
    • Reach Hyakken-gura peak (5 km gradual uphill)
    • Cross Sakuratoge Pass (approximately 3.5 km undulating trail)
    • Hike downhill to Koguchi
    Landmarks
    Kumano Kodo trail
    Hyakken-gura
    Sakuratoge Pass
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  6. Day 6

    Kumano Kodo - Kii Katsuura

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike Kumano Kodo with steep uphill climb (first 3 hours, over 800 m elevation gain)
    • Cross Echizen-toge Pass
    • Reach Funami-jaya teahouse at approximately 868 m (2848 ft)
    • Visit Nachi Taisha
    • Hike mostly downhill to Kii Katsuura
    Landmarks
    Echizen-toge Pass
    Funami-jaya teahouse
    Nachi Taisha
  7. Day 7

    Kii Katsuura to Osaka

    Meals
    Dinner (Final group dinner celebration)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kii Katsuura tuna market
    • Walking tour of Dotombori neighbourhood
    • Final group dinner celebration
    Landmarks
    Kii Katsuura tuna market
    Dotombori
    Glico Running Man
    Kani Doraku
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  8. Day 8

    Osaka

    Optional Activities

    • Extend stay and explore Osaka further (requires advance arrangement with booking agent)

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    November 7th, 2025
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    The tour guide Mami was fantastic. She brought us to a lot of Shrine and Temples but we also had a lot of free time...
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    October 4th, 2025
    Active tour with a good mix of urban and rural sightseeing and accommodations. Our guide, Toshi, was knowledgeable...
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