Embark on a full-day private trip with a government-licensed guide to explore the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails. Customize your itinerary and discover historic shrines, temples, and serene mountain hamlets.
Embark on a full-day private trip with a government-licensed guide to explore the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails. Customize your itinerary and discover historic shrines, temples, and serene mountain hamlets.
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Kumano Kodo - Kumano Kodo (熊野古道, Kumano Kodō) refers to a network of pilgrimage trails through the southern Kansai region. The Kodo (“old ways”) are a key part of the region’s UNESCO designation, and have been in use for over 1000 years. They are the only pilgrimage routes besides the Camino de Santiago to be designated a world heritage site.
The…
- Kumano Kodo - Kumano Kodo (熊野古道, Kumano Kodō) refers to a network of pilgrimage trails through the southern Kansai region. The Kodo (“old ways”) are a key part of the region’s UNESCO designation, and have been in use for over 1000 years. They are the only pilgrimage routes besides the Camino de Santiago to be designated a world heritage site.
The pilgrimage routes developed as a way for people to move between the sacred areas on the Kii Peninsula. At the center of this religious area are the three Kumano shrines: Hongu Taisha, Hayatama Taisha and Nachi Taisha, collectively known as Kumano Sanzan.
By the 12th century, the Kumano Sanzan were well known shrines in Japan, drawing pilgrims from Kyoto, Osaka and beyond. More than just a means to reach the three shrines, the pilgrimage trails were designed to be a religious experience in themselves and often pass through difficult, even dangerous, mountain terrain.
- Meet up with guide on foot at a meeting point
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from ‘What to expect’ list
- Meet up with guide on foot at a meeting point
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from ‘What to expect’ list
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
This value-packed journey, led by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide, offers a wonderful and efficient way to discover the Kumano Kodo!
The Kumano Kodo is an ancient network of pilgrimage trails, over 1000 years old, connecting historic shrines and temples through the mountains of the Kii Peninsula. The most popular route,…
This value-packed journey, led by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide, offers a wonderful and efficient way to discover the Kumano Kodo!
The Kumano Kodo is an ancient network of pilgrimage trails, over 1000 years old, connecting historic shrines and temples through the mountains of the Kii Peninsula. The most popular route, Nakahechi, once traveled by past emperors, spans the Peninsula from Tanabe town on the west coast to Shingu and Nachi-Katsuura towns on the east. Hikers of all skill levels can enjoy serene mountain villages and hot springs.
Please share your interests, and a personalized 8-hour tour will be crafted just for you!
Note*1: Choose your must-see locations from a list in the tour information to create your personalized itinerary.
- This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
