Walk the Kumano Kodo- Japan’s ancient pilgram’s route
sample 4 day tour
For over 1000 years, people from all levels of society, including retired emperors and aristocrats, have made the arduous pilgrimage to Kumano.
These pilgrims used a network of routes, now called the Kumano Kodo, which stretched across the mountainous Kii Peninsula.
The walk itself was an integral part of the pilgrimage process as they undertook rigorous religious rites of worship and purification. Walking the ancient Kumano Kodo is a fantastic way to experience the unique cultural landscape of Kumano’s spiritual countryside.
In July 2004, the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes were registered as UNESCO World Heritage as part of the “Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range” property.
Tour Highlights
What’s Included
This itinerary is just a sample of 4-day tour.
Other routes and schedules are available depending on your interest or physical ability.
For further information, please ask your Japan Holidays consultant or enquire through this website.
Terms and Conditions
Exclusions:
- International Airfares
- Public bus around Kumanokodo and taxi fares
- Pay locally for dinners and beverages with meals
