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5 days walking the Nakahechi route of the UNESCO World Heritage Kumano Kodo, visiting the three grand shrines of Kumano, hot spring villages, and a traditional boat journey.
A private trekking journey walking the UNESCO World Heritage Kumano Kodo over 5 days. It links the mountain villages of the Nakahechi route, the three grand shrines of Kumano — Hongu, Hayatama, and Nachi — a traditional riverboat journey, and hot springs.
Indicative Price: USD 980〜
Travel from the Kyoto/Osaka area to Kii-Tanabe. Walk about 3.7 km, roughly 2.5 hours, from the Kumano Kodo Kan and Takijiri-oji to Takahara.
Walk about 10 km, 4 to 6 hours, along the mountain village trail to Chikatsuyu.
Travel down the Kumano River by traditional riverboat and visit Kumano Hayatama Taisha, then head to Katsuura Onsen.
Walk from Daimonzaka to Kumano Nachi Taisha and on to Nachi Falls, Japan's tallest waterfall. The tour concludes in the Kii-Katsuura area.
The itinerary below is a model plan. The content and order can be adjusted to match your interests, fitness level, travel companions, and preferred pace.
Travel from the Kyoto/Osaka area to Kii-Tanabe. Walk about 3.7 km, roughly 2.5 hours, from the Kumano Kodo Kan and Takijiri-oji to Takahara.
Walk about 10 km, 4 to 6 hours, along the mountain village trail to Chikatsuyu.
Walk about 7 km, 2 to 3 hours, from Hosshinmon-oji to Kumano Hongu Taisha, then head to Yunomine Onsen.
Travel down the Kumano River by traditional riverboat and visit Kumano Hayatama Taisha, then head to Katsuura Onsen.
Walk from Daimonzaka to Kumano Nachi Taisha and on to Nachi Falls, Japan's tallest waterfall. The tour concludes in the Kii-Katsuura area.
Kiri-No-Sato Takahara Lodge or an equivalent-class property
Sen.Retreat Chikatsuyu or an equivalent-class property
Ryokan Adumaya or an equivalent-class property
Kamenoi Hotel Nachi Katsuura or an equivalent-class property
4 nights, 5 days. The old-road walking segments vary in distance and elevation change from day to day. The itinerary is adjusted for weather and physical condition. Please check the official information provided for each departure date regarding accommodation, local transportation, guiding, and other conditions. Prices, schedule, and accommodation are subject to change. The latest conditions will be provided with your official quote.
Source: Amnet no Tabi
We can adjust the number of days, amount of travel, food, and cultural experiences to match your preferences.