Southern Japan Hiking & Trekking Tours
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10 best Southern Japan hikes
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MelissaSouthern Japan travel expert at TourRadar
- Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek (6 destinations)
- Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail
- Japan's Kumano Kodo
- Backroads of Japan
- 10 Days Walking Through Mountains Temples and Traditional Villages in Japan (private guide & driver）
- 8 Days A Guided Walking Tour in Japan (private guide & driver)
- Japan: Koya-san & Kumano Kodo Trek (4 destinations)
- Alps Hiking Tour of Japan (Custom Private)
- Walking in Kyushu: Yakushima & Kunisaki Trail
- Walk the Kumano Kodo
- Explore historic temples and gardens in Kyoto
- Hike the sacred Koya-san Choishi Michi trail
- Stay in a traditional shukubo and try shojin ryori
Duration 8 days Destinations Kyoto, Koya-san, Kumano, Koguchi, Osaka Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From $3,295
- US$2,966You save $329
- Price per day
- $371
Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Not overly physically challenging but great sights and experiences.”
MargotGuthrie, traveled in October 2022
- Explore Tokyo's vibrant izakaya dining scene
- Walk through Tokyo's historic neighborhoods
- Visit Matsumoto's ancient Crow Castle
Duration 12 days Destinations Tokyo, Matsumoto, Magome, Kyoto, Nara, Kumano, Hongucho Hongu, Osaka Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore! - From
- US$5,490
- Price per day
- $458
Japan's Kumano Kodo
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“A wonderful Guide and good food and an interesting itinerary.”
Katherine, traveled in March 2024
- Explore Kyoto's ancient temples and shrines
- Hike through historic Kumano Kodo trails
- Visit the iconic Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine
Duration 14 days Destinations Kyoto, Kumano, Hongucho Ukegawa, Nachisan, Kiso, Tsumago, Magome, Tokyo Age Range 16 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Exodus Adventure Travels - From $10,048
- US$9,600You save $448
- Price per day
- $686
Backroads of Japan
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“the accommodation and food was excellent.”
World, traveled in November 2011
- Visit the famous Tsukiji market
- Discover Kyoto, Japan's cultural heart
- Explore Buddhist temples
Duration 15 days Destinations Tokyo, Fuji, Tsumago, Magome, Kyoto, Asuka, Yoshino, Osaka Age Range up to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator World Expeditions - From
- US$6,290
- Price per day
- $419
10 Days Walking Through Mountains Temples and Traditional Villages in Japan (private guide & driver）
- Explore Tsukiji Fish Market's vibrant stalls
- Join a sushi-making class in Shinjuku
- Discover Mt. Fuji and surrounding landmarks
Duration 10 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Matsumoto, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd - From
- US$5,799
- Price per day
- $580
- Explore Lake Kawaguchi on a scenic boat cruise
- Ride the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
- Tour Tsukiji Market and taste local delicacies
Duration 8 days Destinations Tokyo, Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Fushimi, Osaka Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd - From
- US$3,272
- Price per day
- $409
- Explore ancient Kyoto's temples and gardens
- Hike the sacred trails of Koya-san and Kumano
- Stay in a traditional shukubo and try shojin ryori
Duration 8 days Destinations Kyoto, Koya-san, Koguchi, Osaka Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From
- US$3,575
- Price per day
- $447
- •Traverse the breathtaking Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, unveiling awe-inspiring vistas.
- •Hike through Kamikochi's ancient cedar forest, tracing rivers, and gazing at the Yake volcano.
- •Explore Tokyo's vibrant palaces and neon streets, and Kyoto's serene temples and geisha districts.
Duration 13 days Destinations Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Kanazawa, Takayama, Kamikochi, Matsumoto Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Odynovo - From
- US$3,938
- Price per day
- $303
- Explore Fukuoka's vibrant street food scene
- Stay overnight on a ferry with an onsen
- Cycle around the rustic Ojika Island
Duration 10 days Destinations Fukuoka, Yanagawa, Kagoshima, Yakushima Island, Beppu Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Crooked Compass - From
- US$7,313
- Price per day
- $731
- Ride the express train from Osaka to Kyoto
- Explore Kyoto's temples and tranquil gardens
- Hike the historic Kumano Kodo Trail
Duration 11 days Destinations Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Tanabe, Kumano Age Range up to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Exodus Adventure Travels - From
- US$5,000
- Price per day
- $455
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