Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Wakayama Prefecture, Japan
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
What's Included
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Private vehicle
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
- 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.
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.
Itinerary
1
Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Michi-no-Eki
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Kumano Hongu Taisha Kyushachi Oyunohara
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Kumano Hayatama Taisha
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Kumano Nachi Taisha
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Nachi Mitaki Falls
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 16 reviews
Lisa_R, Mar 2026
Yuka was absolutely amazing!!!! She went above and beyond to make our dreams come true. We only had 8 hours to get our Dual Pilgrim certificate and she made sure we got all our stamps, saw all the shrines and made it to the official office to get our certificates! She had sweet treats for us and streamers to celebrate our accomplishments! Yuka was fabulous. I would highly recommend her.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi! Thank you for your beautiful comments! It was my honor to be with you in such a memorable moment. Now I've finished Kumano Kodo Pilgrim Route with you and it's my time to complete Camino de Santiago! I put it in my bucket list and make it next year! Hope see you again in Camino!
YUKA
Nyssa_M, Nov 2025
Kiyoko was a fantastic, knowledgeable, patient and friendly guide and Mr. Hiroshi was a very attentive, professional, and kind driver. We were travelling with three small children and Kiyoko made our tour very specialized to consider our needs. We also had dietary restrictions and she ensured we had a great culinary experience both during the tour, and helping us to ensure we were able to eat properly after the tour by showing us things and giving recommendations.
The tour was really beautiful, with epic views and a lot of history that you can feel just in the air.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you very much for your kind comment!! Both the driver and I appreciated your kindness and consideration. We could perform the tour thanks to your cooperation. We wish you will enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan. We will be happy if you come back to Japan, and Kumano sometime in the future. Please convey our regards to your family, friends and children. Thank you very much again!!
- Kiyoko
James_L, Sep 2024
The experience was great. Our guide Kiyoko contacted us early and we worked out a tour based on our pickup point, what we wanted to see and her recommendations. We did about four iterations and she put a lot of thought and effort into each one. We saw all the main temples and Nachi Falls. Kiyoko recommended a walk along the traditional trail and that was an excellent suggestion. The walk gave you a feel for what the experience would be if you did the entire thing (but without some of the more difficult parts). Kiyoko is also very knowledgeable about the places visited and her English is good,
We settled on taking a train back to Tanabe to make the most of our time and Kiyoko scouted out several places to eat after our tour that were close to the train station. Once we picked one, she set up the reservations, translated their whiteboard menu to English so we could pick our meal in advance due to the tight train schedule. On the day of the tour, our selected foods were waiting for us in a private room when we arrived. Overall very very happy with our guide and the whole experience. The amount of work she put in made us feel special.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you very much for your great review.
I appreciate it. You responded each questions asking other members about their preferences.
That helped a lot making our tour customized. I am happy to hear that you liked the walk in the forest.
Though one of your sisters could not walk and go see some places, I hope she also enjoyed the parts that she participated.
Also thank you for your kindness for inviting me to dinner. It was a great time with you and your family members.
I appreciate this opportunity. Thank you very much.
Kiyoko
Bradley_C, Jun 2024
Excellent in every way. Our driver braved a storm as we went to our destinations and our guide, Yuka, was very knowledgeable, accommodating, and wonderful. A great choice for anyone looking to see a lot in a limited time.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Hi! Thank you for your lovely comments!
At first I was really worrying that we could have our tour or not because of that bad weather. Actually we had some scarely moments when our car went forward in a heavy rain. But after a big rain we've had a big blessing from that big water fall! People say that whoever get wet at Nachi Waterfall would become happy. We're happy now but anyway we all have been soaking wet!!! We've got a biiiig blessing from Nachi Waterfall!! Thank you for giving me such a wonderful moment. I'll never forget the day spent with you in Kumano. See you again in Osaka my hometown at EXPO'25!
Yuka
Sayre_G, Jun 2024
Magical full day at the three grand shrines. Yuki hiked with us up all the steps 😄 and explained the enshrinement of the deities very well. Our driver stipped at other notable sights/sites along the route and found a lively sushi restaurant for lunch. I loved it all. Thank you!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
I really enjoyed being with you two. You have a lot of interest and knowledge in Japanese history and ancient legends, and it was worthwhile to explain to you as a guide. It was a beautiful day, neither too hot nor cold, as if to bless you. It was a really wonderful day. Yuki
Willy_T, Jun 2024
We had an awesome experience at the various spots of the Kumano Kodo! Guide Yuka planned the day itinerary and the timings were great giving us time to explore as well as understanding the history and stories of the various shrines. for those who want to cover as many spots at Kumano Kodo, this guided tour with private car is highly recommended!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Hi! Thank you for your beautiful comments. I'm really happy to know that you've enjoyed Kumano Kodo very much. It was a wonderful day for me as well. Especially when we finally climbed up all the wav to that big rock of Kamikura Shrine, I was so fulfilled because we all made it together!
Did you enjoy Grand Shrine in Ise as well?
I hope you did. See you again at EXPO'25 in Osaka!
Yuka
Alvin_M, Mar 2024
We did our tour with Hira. Hira did a great amount of preparation in advance and provided us with detailed plans in advance. We really appreciated his responsiveness and planning here. During the trip, he was very kind and attentive. We really enjoyed our time in Kumano.
Dan_M, May 2023
We had an incredible day with Mr Hira. He took us to amazing places we would never have found on our own. Most fun was the River bed onsen but all of the day was great. He tailored the day completely around our interest and was so incredibly kind. Just a wonderful day.
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