Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Full-Day Private Trip with Government Licensed Guide

Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

8 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Meet up with guide on foot at a meeting point

Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private Vehicle
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Select a meeting point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Kumano Kodo

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Kumano Nachi Taisha

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nachi Mitaki Falls

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kumano Hayatama Taisha

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
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

5.0

based on 8 reviews

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This is a truly magical...

Ida_F, Nov 2025

This is a truly magical day trip to take and a must visit if you’re in Japan. Our guide Kiyoko was so knowledgeable about everything in the area as well as its history and really made the excursion special for us. From the scenery , the trek itself, to the photos we took capturing the beauty of nature in Kumano Kodo, this is a priceless experience that’s absolutely worth treating yourself to while in Japan that you’ll never forget.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Hello, thank you very much for your comment and kind words! It is most rewarding for me. I am grateful to your kindness. It was really a great day with sunny sky. I hope you will enjoy the trips to other areas while you stay in Japan. We would be happy if you can come back to Japan and Kumano again in the future. Please convey my appreciation to your partner too. Thank you very much!! - Kiyoko

Had a great time. Guide...

Sofia_N, Apr 2025

Had a great time. Guide very helpful and great at telling the history about the places we visited. And showed some local locations.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you very much for your excellent review. It is my greatest pleasure my guest enjoy truly Thank you very much again. Hira

Tour guide was caring,...

Joseph_S, Oct 2024

Tour guide was caring, even showed up to make sure I got to my hotel. Arrived in time, as did i and she took me on an unforgettable long walking, body sweating, feet hurting, leg tiring hike (a good thing). I like when I'm able to try tons of walking to prove I can accomplish the task with little effort because hiking is something I do very rarely. We visited shrines, and little deity statues and the guide had knowledge on the story behind every location. She was awesome and I would happily attend more

Response from Host, Oct 2024

I am very happy to hear that you liked the walk. We did not have enough time to discuss about the itinerary, so it may not have included the place that you wanted to go. Wakayama has various place to see, so we will be happy if you come back in the future. Again, thank you very much for your review! We hope you enjoy the rest of your trip and have a safe trip home. Kiyoko