Visit mountaintop villages, soothing hot springs and Japanese temples along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kumano Kodo during this 3- or 4-day self-guided tour. Part of a series of old pilgrimage roads, the strenuous but well-maintained route originally connected the former imperial capital with three Grand Shrines of Kumano (Kumano Sanzan). Traveling round-trip by train to the Nakahechi portion of the route from either Kyoto or Osaka, you’ll journey on foot and by bus along village paths and forested mountain trails in the remote Kii Peninsula. Stay at family-run inns and guesthouses where you’ll enjoy traditional Japanese breakfasts and dinners.
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Adult(12~99歲)
Child(6~11歲)
Infant(0~5歲)
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From the 11th century, successive emperors and their families made
the long and difficult pilgrimage to Kumano from Kyoto. Follow in their
footsteps along the remote and mystical Kii Peninsula. This journey
takes you along the Nakahechi portion of the Kumano Kodo (‘kodo’ means
old road), considered one of Japan's national historic roads.
After
riding the train from Kyoto or Osaka, weave your way through the
forested mountains and small villages. Finish with a bus ride to the Hayatama Grand Shrine
(Kumano Hayatama Taisha) in Shingu before leaving the Kumano region by
train back to Kyoto or Osaka.
Your 3- or
4-day walking route along the Kumano Kodo includes mostly paved village
paths and well-maintained mountain trails, with considerable ascent and
descent on certain days. Though not technical, the strenuous route
requires adequate gear and clothing, and a reasonable level of fitness
for 28 hours of walking per day.
You’ll stay overnight in local minshuku, family-run guesthouses, or ryokan, Japanese inns with hot springs (onsen).
Baggage forwarding (own expense) can
be easily arranged with instructions provided. Send your main luggage
ahead from your accommodation before the Kumano Kodo hike to wherever you
are staying after the trail, using one of the efficient and secure
luggage-forwarding services. With a yukata(a casual kimono) supplied by each inn, you can manage with just a small pack containing your overnight essential items for your 2 or 3 nights on the trail.
Upon booking, you receive a detailed day-by-day itinerary, including walking instructions and a
topographical map. Some meals are included, but be prepared to buy your lunch before you set off each day, or during breaks along the trail.
Please provide your pre-tour accommodation to the tour operator at the time of booking so the tour operator can send you your detailed tour information and rail tickets.
行程概要
Kyoto train station or Osaka train station
Varies
Concludes at Kyoto or Osaka train station
詳細的出發地點，時間請參考電子票（Voucher）中的詳細介紹
3-DAY TOUR
Day 1: Kyoto or Osaka Kii-Tanabe Takijiri Takahara (D)
Starting from the Kyoto railway station, travel by train through Osaka to the mystical Kii Peninsula, located approximately 3 hours away. The train hugs the coast until reaching the small town of Kii-Tanabe, arriving just after midday.
In Kii-Tanabe you board a local bus (own expense) for the 40-minute journey inland to Takijiri where you start your walk on the Nakahechi portion of the Kumano Pilgrimage route.
Your first 2.8-mile (4.5-km) walk takes only about 2 hours, but includes a fairly long climb with a 1,200-foot (370-meter) ascent. From Takijiri, the path climbs steadily up to the small mountaintop village of Takahara, whose name means ‘high field.’
Stay at a lovely ryokan with both Japanese and western-style rooms, all with spectacular views over the valley and mountains beyond. Enjoy a wonderful home-cooked dinner with local ingredients and soak in the bath filled with thermal water from nearby Wataze Onsen.
Overnight: ryokan in Takahara
Day 2: Takahara Chikatsuyu (B, D)
After your Japanese breakfast, depart Takahara, climbing through the village and continuing on an undulating trail past several shrines before descending to the village of Chikatsuyu. The 6.5-mile (10-km) paths on this 4- to 5-hour walk are clearly defined, and flagstones have been laid in some places to make the climbs easier. Along the way, stop for lunch (own expense).
When you arrive in Chikatsuyu, there’s time to relax before dinner at your guesthouse.
Overnight: minshuku in Chikatsuyu
Day 3: Chikatsuyu Shingu Kyoto or Osaka (B)
Leave Chikatsuyu after breakfast and ride the bus directly to Shingu. If there’s time, you can visit the Hayatama Grand Shrine (Kumano Hayatama Taisha) — one of the three Grand Shrines of Kumano — just 15 minutes on foot from Shingu station. The tourist office, located directly in front of Shingu station, and where the bus arrives, can supply maps and advice.
See the giant 1,000-year-old Nagi tree within the shrine precinct and learn about the 'Nagi dolls' made from its seeds — believed to bring a happy married life to couples. The Kamikura Shrine on Mount Gongen, a little further on, is also well worth a visit (all entry fees at own expense).
After seeing the sights of Shingu, board the train for Kyoto or Osaka. The rail journey takes around 5 hours, arriving at your destination in the evening.
4-DAY TOUR
Day 1 and 2: See above
Day 3: Chikatsuyu Hongu Yunomine (B, D)
Fuel up with breakfast before leaving Chikatsuyu early in the morning to follow the 15-mile (24-km) path through the mountains to Hongu. The arduous trail passes through small villages and forests over the Kii Mountains to the Kumano shrine at Hongu, one of the three Grand Shrines of Kumano. At the heart of these sacred mountains, Kumano was said to be the entrance to the land of Yomi — the ‘other world' to which spirits traveled in Japanese mythology.
The time required for the 2,700-foot (820-meter) elevation gain and 3,740-foot (1,140-foot) descent is approximately 8 to 9 hours. However, you can shorten the walk by choosing from two alternative hikes (2 or 7 hours). If you choose to do this, you'll hop on local buses (additional expense) to arrive at your destination.
From the Kumano shrine at Hongu, a short bus ride (own expense) brings you to Yunomine Onsen, one of the oldest natural hot spring villages in Japan.
Explore the atmospheric village and settle in to your accommodation, a ryokan with a wonderful outdoor bath where you can relax with a soak before or after your delicious, multi-course dinner.
If you sent luggage ahead to Yunomine Onsen, it will be waiting for you at your inn when you arrive. Your hosts will assist you to send it onward tomorrow morning to wherever you are staying after the Kumano Kodo.
Overnight: ryokan in Yunomine Onsen
Day 4: Yunomine Shingu Kyoto or Osaka (B)
Before or after breakfast, take time to explore Yunomine and then travel by bus to Shingu on a 1-hour ride.
After seeing the sights of Shingu (see prior descriptions), board the train for your return journey to Kyoto or Osaka. The trip takes around 5 hours, arriving at your destination in the evening.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 30
days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48
hours, subject to availability
A maximum of 12 people per booking
A packing list will be sent to you when booking is confirmed
Please provide your pre-tour accommodation to the tour operator at
the time of booking so the tour operator can send you the detailed tour
information and rail tickets
Detailed day-by-day itinerary, walking instruction, train tickets and waterproof topographical map will be provided by local operator after booking is confirmed
The
walking is mostly paved village paths and unpaved mountains trails,
with considerable ascent and descent on certain days. Though not
'technical', you will need to be fit and well-prepared with adequate
gear and clothing
Baggage forwarding service is available upon request (your own expense)
Please contact the local supplier about your return train ticket (fee included) upon purchase
The region may occasionally experience snow from December to March
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
費用說明
費用包括：
2 or 3 nights accommodation depends on your tour
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Train ticket from Kyoto or Osaka to Kii-Tanabe (traihead)
Train ticket from Shingu to Kyoto or Osaka
English local phone support
Map, walking direction and detailed itinerary
費用不包括：
Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Fee for local bus
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Baggage forwarding
Some public transfer fee (approx. JPY2,700, detail will be sent to you after purchase)
