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This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover lots of Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage highlights in a day. An ancient network of pilgrim trails dating back more than 1000 years connecting historic shrines and temples running through the river and deep mountains. All set to the backdrop of Kii Peninsula. The Kumano area has been considered a sacred site since prehistoric times. There are three major shrines in Kumano. Together, they are known as the Kumano Sanzan; each enshrines one of the area’s mountains, and under the influence of Buddhism came to be worshipped as the three deities of Kumano. Your guide and driver will fully support your Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage tour. We assure you will spend plenty of time with sacred breathtaking views.
Highlights
Enjoy Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage in 8 hours!
Choose 3-4 sites from the list to customize your itinerary!
Guided by english speaking guide!
Duration
8 hours
Offered in
English
What is included
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Private vehicle
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from the list
What is not included
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Enjoy a captivating pilgrimage experience in just 8 hours! Select 3 to 4 sites that resonate with you to create your ideal itinerary. Whether you're drawn to peaceful forest trails, ancient shrines, or scenic viewpoints, you can design a journey that blends history, nature, and spirituality. Tailor your route to match your interests and pace, ensuring a fulfilling and memorable day. Your personalized adventure awaits!
You can choose 3-4 sites ffrom the list below!
Kumano Kodo
Kumano Kodo (熊野古道, Kumano Kodō) refers to a network of pilgrimage trails through the southern Kansai region. The Kodo ("old ways") are a key part of the region's UNESCO designation and have been in use for over 1000 years. They are the only pilgrimage routes besides the Camino de Santiago to be designated a world heritage site. The pilgrimage routes developed as a way for people to move between the sacred areas on the Kii Peninsula. At the center of this religious area are the three Kumano shrines: Hongu Taisha, Hayatama Taisha and Nachi Taisha, collectively known as Kumano Sanzan. By the 12th century, the Kumano Sanzan were well known shrines in Japan, drawing pilgrims from Kyoto, Osaka and beyond. More than just a means to reach the three shrines, the pilgrimage trails were designed to be a religious experience in themselves and often pass through difficult, even dangerous, mountain terrain.
Kumano Hongu Taish
Kumano Hongu Taisha (熊野本宮大社, Kumano Hongū Taisha) is one of the Kumano region's three
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