Kumano Kodo highlights
This itinerary is perfect for those who wish to explore the beautiful Kumano region combining walking with other activities and explorations. Walk from Takijiri-oji to Kumano Hongu Taisha over 2 days, explore the beautiful Hongu region, take a traditional boat ride down to Shingu before finishing up in the coastal fishing village of Kii-Katsuura.
Outline itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive Kii-Tanabe - tour orientation | Meals: -
Day 2 | Hike Takijiri to Tsugizakura (~18km) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 | Hike Tsugizakura to Kumano Hongu Taisha (~21km)| Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 | Free day to explore Hongu area | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 | Traditional boat ride Hongu area to Shingu - overnight Kii-Katsuura | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 | Conclusion of tour - Depart Kii-Katsuura | Meals: Breakfast
Price $1820 per person based on twin share, single supplement $250
This Kumano Kodo trip includes:
- 1 night in Kii-Tanabe (twin share, ensuite)
- 3 nights in traditional Japanese guesthouses (twin share, shared bathroom)
- 1 night in Kii-Katsuura (guesthouse, twin share – can be upgraded to a seaside resort)
- Traditional boat ride from Hongu area to Shingu
- Daily meals included as listed in the itinerary
- Luggage transfers on the Kumano Kodo on all trekking days and from Hongu area to Kii-Katsuura
- Briefing in Kii-Tanabe at the start of your walk
- Pre-departure pack including Kumano Kodo guidebook, track notes, maps and a Japanese phrasebook (1 pack per 2 clients travelling together)