Summer 2023 Kumano Kodo Tour with the Beautiful Kii Peninsula (7d/6n)
Join us on the Kumano Kodo Tour including the beautiful Kii Peninsula in the summer of 2023!
Kumano is an isolated sacred site of healing and salvation. It embodies the spiritual origins of Japan and has been a pilgrimage destination for centuries. The steep, lush mountains of the Kii Peninsula are blessed with a rich cultural and natural heritage. This tour is all about going back to basics in gorgeous natural surroundings and challenging ourselves by day to unwind at night. Walking the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route will be an unforgettable experience that you will remember for a lifetime.
Kumano Kodo Tour Description
1. You will be backed up by a minibus throughout the tour. Even so, the Kumano Kodo is a rather strenuous trail in the mountains, and we will walk for 13-19 km every day. There is no need to worry though as if you would get tired, the bus will pick you up on the way and take you to the hotel. You also don’t need to bring heavy luggage during the walk.
2. Visit some of the most important shrines in Japan; two of the main Kumano Shrines and the Ise Jingu Shrine.
3. Stay at three hot spring towns. After a long walk, there is nothing like a hot spring to relax your body and soul!
Wifi is available on the bus.
* Before you get on the bus, everyone has to sanitize their hands with sanitizer that will be provided by us.
* There will be a maximum of 13 people on a bus that fits 22, so there is enough space between participants.
* We will provide everyone with one special health drink per day to keep everyone’s immune system up.
* We will provide everyone with one fresh bottle of mineral water per day.
Tour Date and Price
Tour Date: summer 2023* (6 nights and 7 days)
Tour Price: TBA*
Kumano Kodo Tour Highlights
Day 1: Osaka
Day 2: Osaka – Shirahama
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Shirahama Beach
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Engetsuto Island
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Senjojiki
Day 3: Shirahama – Kumano Kodo – Tsugizakura Oji
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Takijiri Oji
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Plum Ice Cream
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Gyubadoji Statue
Day 4: Tsugizakura Oji – Kumano Kodo – Kumano Hongu Shrine – Kawayu
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Kumano Kodo
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Kumano Hongu Taisha
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Oyunohara (Big Torii)
Day 5: Kawayu – Kumano Kodo – Kawayu
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Kumano Kodo
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Kumano Kodo
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Kawayu Open-air Bath
Day 6: Kawayu – Kumano Kodo – Natchi (Shrine & Waterfalls) – Nachi Katsuura
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Funami-toge Kumano Kodo
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Nachi Taisha Shrine
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Nachi Waterfalls
Day 7: Nachi Katsuura – Ise Jingu Shrine – Nagoya
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Katsuura Fish Market
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Oharaimachi, Ise
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Osaka
Day 2: Osaka – Shirahama
Day 3: Shirahama – Kumano Kodo – Tsugizakura Oji
Day 4: Tsugizakura Oji – Kumano Hongu Shrine – Kawayu
Day 5: Kawayu – Kumano Kodo – Kawayu
Day 6: Kawayu – Kumano Kodo – Nachi (Shrine & Waterfalls) – Nachi Katsuura
Day 7: Nachi Katsuura – Ise Jingu Shrine – Nagoya
INCLUDED
- 2 nights Western-style accommodation, 4 nights Japanese-style accommodation (hotel type is subject to change)
- Private minibus transfers from day 2 to day 7
- Comprehensive escort of our professional English-speaking tour guide as described in the itinerary
- Meals as described in the itinerary (6 x breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners). We provide bento boxes for lunch during the Kumano Kodo walk
- Admission fees to sites as listed in the itinerary
EXCLUDED
- International airfares
- Transportation to Osaka and from Nagoya
- Meals that are not included in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
- Personal expenses such as telephone and laundry bills
- Gratuities
EXTENDED PLAN
You can extend your vacation before/after the tour in Nagoya, Tokyo, Osaka, or other areas. Please contact us for more details.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Transport: Travel by air-conditioned private mini bus (from day 2 to day 7) and baggage handling free
Arrival/Departure: We start the tour in Osaka and finish at Nagoya Station. If you need a hotel and transfer, we can arrange them upon request.
Meal Requests: Vegetarian, halal or special meals can be arranged
*Please note that the tour schedule and prices are subject to change without notice
CANCELLATION POLICY
>46 days prior to arrival date in Japan: no penalty
45-31 days prior to arrival date in Japan: 10% of the tour fee
30-15 days prior to arrival date in Japan: 20% of the tour fee
14- 8 days prior to arrival date in Japan: 30% of the tour fee
7 – 3 days prior to arrival date in Japan: 50% of the tour fee
<3 days prior to arrival date in Japan: 100% of the tour fee
