大阪からの熊野古道中辺路ルート3日間ウォーキングツアー

Tour Highlights

• Explore the Nakahechi route of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail

• Learn from a professional storyteller guide

• Experience the seasonal beauty of nature, including cherry blossoms or autumn leaves

• Stay in different Minshuku lodgings for unique experiences each night

• Enjoy included hearty meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

• Discover the spiritual blend of Shintoism and Buddhism

Tour Itinerary

Day 1

• 07:00: Meet your assistant at Shin Osaka station, Shin-Osaka Station 3F East ticket gate for the conventional line.

• 07:34: Travel from Shin Osaka to Kii Tanabe station via Limited Express Kuroshio1, arriving at 10:00.

• 10:00: Arrive at Kii Tanabe Station, where you'll meet your guide.

• 10:15: Head to Takijiri Oji bus stop, then to Takijiri Kodo Kan Pilgrimage Center by local bus.

• 12:30: Lunch time (on your own).

• Afternoon: Trek from Takijiri Oji, visiting Nezu Oji, Tsurugi Sutra Mound, and Needle Jizo.

• 16:30: Check in at your accommodation and enjoy dinner.

Day 2

• Morning: Breakfast at your accommodation, then meet the guide at Takahara rest area at 08:00.

• 08:10: Start the day's trek, visiting Koshin Tower, Daimon Oji, Jujo Oji, Uwadawa jaya, and Osakamoto Oji.

• 13:00: Enjoy an included lunch at Michi no Eki Kumano Kodo Nakahechi.

• Afternoon: Continue to Gyuba Doji Statue and Chikatsuyu Oji.

• 16:30: Check-in at the second accommodation, end of guide service, and dinner.

Day 3

• Morning: After breakfast at your accommodation, meet the guide at 07:30.

• Visit Kobiro Oji, Onnazaka Toilet, a detour route entrance, Snake-shaped Jizo, and Yukawa Oji.

• 11:40: Lunch included at Mikoshi Toge Pass, followed by a visit to Akagi Goe Junction and Fushigami Oji.

• Afternoon: Continue to Sangen jaya Teahouse remains and a lookout point.

• 16:00: Arrive at Kumano Hongu Taisha, with optional guidance to Oyunobara if time allows.

• 16:40: Take a bus from Hongu Taisha-mae to Kii Tanabe Station.

• 19:50: Depart Kii Tanabe for Shin Osaka station via Limited Express Kuroshio36, arriving at 22:08.

• 22:08: Tour concludes at Shin Osaka station.

Essentials to Know Before Booking

• Luggage delivery service is available for your convenience.

• Wear suitable trekking shoes for varied terrains.

• Accommodations offer a traditional experience with shared facilities.

• Signing an agreement with the guide's conditions is required.

• No alcohol consumption in the tour vehicle.

• Keep the vehicle clean; take all trash with you.

• Schedule changes may occur due to traffic or other delays.

• Full refunds are provided if tours are canceled due to natural disasters.

• Seatbelt usage is mandatory on the bus.

• Lost items on the vehicle may be disposed of.

Related Read: Hiking the Sacred Kumano Kodo: A Guide to Japan's Pilgrimage Route