Kumano Kodo - Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountains
Kii Peninsula
Walk the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes, connecting the sacred sites of the Kii Peninsula. Experience the unique fusion of Shinto and Buddhist spirituality.
₹195,000
per person
Temples/Sites
5+
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Time
April to May, September to November
Group Size
2-15 yatris
Yatra Highlights
- Visit the three Grand Shrines (Kumano Sanzan)
- Trek through ancient cedar forests
- Stay in traditional Ryokan (with Onsen)
- Witness Nachi Falls (Japan's tallest waterfall)
- Stamp your pilgrimage passport
Sacred Sites
- Kumano Hongu Taisha
- Kumano Nachi Taisha
- Kumano Hayatama Taisha
- Seiganto-ji Temple (Buddhist)
- Nachi Falls
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival Osaka
Arrival at Kansai International Airport. Transfer to hotel in Osaka.
Osaka to Tanabe
Train to Tanabe. Visit the Kumano Kodo Heritage Center. Overnight in Kii-Tanabe.
Takijiri-oji to Takahara (Trek)
Bus to Takijiri-oji. Trek 4 km to Takahara (gentle introduction). Overnight in a minshuku.
Takahara to Chikatsuyu
Trek 10 km through forests and villages. Arrive at Chikatsuyu. Overnight.
Chikatsuyu to Kumano Hongu
Trek 15 km. Visit Kumano Hongu Taisha. Soak in Yunomine Onsen.
Kumano Hongu to Nachi
Bus to Nachi. Visit Kumano Nachi Taisha and Nachi Falls. Overnight in Katsuura.
Departure
Train back to Osaka. Depart from Kansai International Airport.
Inclusions
- 6 nights accommodation (mix of hotels and Ryokan)
- Daily breakfast and some dinners
- All train and bus passes
- Detailed trail maps and notes
- Pilgrimage stamp booklet
- Luggage forwarding between stops
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Lunch
- Travel insurance
- Personal gear