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Japan Hike, Bike & Kayak
13 days, Osaka to Tokyo
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Get off the beaten track in Japan and experience parts of the country other big-city tours tend to skip. This tour of the Land of the Rising Sun includes something for every active passenger. Take in major cultural touchstones like Osaka, Hiroshima, and Tokyo, along with lesser known areas. Hike along the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route to visit spectacular temples, cycle across islands as you follow the Shimanami Kaido, and kayak around the famed floating torii gate in the Bay of Miyajima. Every view is that much sweeter when you've worked for it.
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Trip Code: AJHB
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Active
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary Notes
Luggage size restriction – Effective from May 2020 onwards
All G Adventures tours in Japan use the world-famous Shinkansen bullet trains, which have a restriction on maximum luggage size. Your luggage must be less than 160cm in total. This is roughly the size that most airline companies consider as "carry-on baggage" and allow in overhead storage compartments.
We strongly recommend bringing a day pack or backpack to use during the day, in addition to your carry-on sized luggage. Please see “What to take” under Tour details for more information.
Itinerary
Day 1Osaka
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Osaka/Chikatsuyu
Take the train from Osaka to Chikatsuyu to begin the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage hike.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Chikatsuyu/Katsuura
Enjoy a day hike along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. Reach the Hongu Taisha Shrine with the largest torii gate in Japan. Afterwards, board a bus for coastal Katsuura.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 4Katsuura/Wakayama
Hike to Japan's largest waterfall and the Kumano Nachi Taisha, an ancient site along this pilgrimage trail, before heading to Wakayama for the night.
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BreakfastDay 5Wakayama/Kyoto
Visit the impressive site of Wakayama Castle before transferring by train to Kyoto.
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BreakfastDay 6Kyoto
Stroll along the Philosopher's Walk and explore the historic side of Kyoto, visiting the famous sites of the Golden and Silver pavillions.
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BreakfastDay 7Kyoto/Hiroshima
Travel to Hiroshima by train and visit the Peace Park and Museum to learn more about the tragic history of this city.
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BreakfastDay 8Hiroshima
Head out from Hiroshima to visit the island of Miyajima. Explore the temples and kayak out to the torii gate which floats in the bay.
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BreakfastDay 9Hiroshima/Matsuyama
Transfer by ferry to Matsuyama, home to the oldest hot springs in Japan. Opt for a relaxing dip during some free time.
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BreakfastDay 10Matsuyama/Ikuchi Jima
Enjoy a day of cycling across bridges and between islands in the south of Honshu. Explore small villages and spend the night on Ikuchijima.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 11Ikuchi Jima/Onomichi
Cycle along the Shimanami Kaido towards Onomichi. Spend the night in this sleepy town and enjoy the satisfaction of completing the trail.
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BreakfastDay 12Onomichi/Tokyo
Transfer to Tokyo by train.
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BreakfastDay 13Tokyo
Depart at any time. We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully experience this vibrant city.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- All hiking routes along the Kumano Kodo Trail
- Wakayama Castle visit
- Kyoto sightseeing and walking
- Cycling along Shimanami Kaido
- Miyajima visit and sea kayaking
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotel (9 nts), traditional inn (2 nts), traditional inn (1 nt, shared facilities).
Meals
12 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Allow USD480-625 for meals not included.
Transportation
Train, bus, bike, kayak, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.