Walk in Japan
10 Nights | 11 Days starting on 04-Oct-2024
On this off the beaten track journey to Japan, enjoy a privately guided hike on two of Japan's most legendary overland routes-the UNESCO-listed Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail and the beautiful Nakasendo Way - combined with time in Kyoto, Tokyo and Ise.
The Kumano Kodo is a magical series of pilgrimage trails with a history of over 1000 years that passes through the heavily-forested Kii Mountains in the Kansai region. The Nakahechi pilgrimage route is the one that was used by emperors and nobles from the 10th century onwards, hence its name 'the Imperial Route'. It focuses on the sacred sites of Yoshino & Omine, Koyasan, and the Kumano Sanzan (three grand shrines of Kumano). The Kumano Kodo and Spain's Camino de Santiago are the only UNESCO-listed pilgrimage routes in the world.
The Kumano Kodo's verdant mountains, quiet valleys, roaring rivers and plunging waterfalls provide us with a spectacular landscape as you immerse yourself in the region's rich, ancient history.
As part of the trip we will also explore The Nakasendo Way as we walk through a part of one of Japan's ancient highways. The Nakasendo, literally means 'the road through the mountains' and we will walk through its stunning Kiso Valley, with the beautifully preserved post towns of Magome and Tsumago.
Our trip includes local, authentic experiences in both Kyoto and Tokyo.
Tour Highlights
- Walk the Kumano Kodo, one of only 2 UNESCO listed pilgrimages.
- Walk the Nakasendo Way, one of Japan's most famous hiking routes.
- Visit some beautiful, off the tourist path sites in Kyoto.
- Enjoy a Japanese Sake tasting experience.
- Enjoy a unique Japanese plum wine experience.
- Enjoy the sights & sounds of vibrant Tokyo.
- Experience a traditional Japanese Onsen.
- Enjoy a Sumo experience.
- Participate in a calligraphy workshop with an award winning Japanese calligrapher.
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Tour Dates
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Tour Start Date:
04-Oct-2024 -
Duration:
10 nights / 11 days
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Tour Price
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Price per person on twin sharing basis:
Rs. 5,83,000 -
Single Supplement:
Rs. 27,500
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Inclusions
- Accommodation as mentioned for 10 nights
- Daily Breakfast
- All meals from Lunch on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 11
- Entrance fees to the above mentioned monuments as per the program (photo/video charges payable directly if applicable)
- Services of an Odyssey Tour escort
- Local Bilingual guides
- Tours & Transfers as mentioned by road
- Bullet & Local train tickets as per the itinerary
- Lugagge transfers
- All Special experiences as mentioned
- Land transfers by a bus as per the itinerary
- 1 bottle water per day per person
- GST
Exclusions
- Airfare to Japan & back
- Tips (apprx USD 10 pp per day)
- Any alcoholic / non alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
- Porterage
- Expenses arising from unexpected costs
- Medical or Travel Insurance
- TCS (refundable)
- The cost is based on a minimum of 13 guests travelling together.
- We retain the right to change the schedule and itinerary.
- In case of unforseen circumstances, we may have to reschedule some of the tours.
- The activities cannot be guaranteed, rescheduled, or refunded on late arrival at the agreed meeting points.
- The vehicles for the transfers are arranged based on one big piece of luggage and one small piece of luggage per person as the baggage limit.
- All costs are based on accommodation as mentioned or similar.
- Except Kyoto & Tokyo, we will be staying in local Japanese hotels and ryokans. Rooms may have tatami beds and the hotels may only have local food.
- Rooms in Kyoto and Tokyo may be small.
- Meals will be in local restaurants.
- A deposit of Rs. 50000 per person is required at the time of booking
- Balance is payable 60 days prior to start of the tour
The tour operator can make changes to the itinerary, accommodation, transportation, or other elements of the package to suit any local changes.
Cancellation Terms:- If you have a room partner who cancels, you will be required to pay the single supplement, if applicable
- Any cancellations made more than 60 days prior to the start of the trip will be entitled to a full refund, less Rs. 20000 service fees
- Any cancellations made within 60 days prior to the start of the trip will incur a cancellation fee of 60% of the tour cost
- Any cancellations made within 45 days of travel will not be eligible for any refund
Map of Japan
