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Japan - Backroads of Japan (15 days)
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Japan - Backroads of Japan (15 days)

This is our most popular trip in Japan. We ascend mountain trails and take valley hikes to get a measure of the landscape and its centuries-long history of hermitage and pilgrimage. The 'backroads' theme continues even in the cities as we explore the heart of teeming Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Our itinerary includes an ascent of one of the mountains close to Mt Fuji and a sojourn in a rural town in the Southern Alps. We also walk along Japan's oldest forest trail, winding through rice paddies and bamboo groves, past ancient tombs following an early pilgrim route through cherry and cedar forests. The traditional, family-run inns we stay at are a definite highlight of this itinerary.

  • DAY 1: Join Tokyo
  • DAYS 2/3: In Tokyo, transfer to Lake Kawaguchi and base of Mt Fuji, ascend nearby peak
  • DAY 4: Train to Kiso, walk local historic trade trail
  • DAYS 5/6: In Kiso, train to Kyoto, visit famous Buddhist temple
  • DAYS 7/8: Explore North and Central Kyoto by foot
  • DAYS 9/10: Train to Nara region, commence trek along 'Yamanobe Road' - Japan's oldest path, through historic Asuka region, transfer to the mountainous Yoshino region
  • DAYS 11/13: Commence trek along Omine pilgrim trail through conifer forest, cherry orchards and past wayside Shinto shrines, optional climb to the major peaks
  • DAY 14: Complete trek, travel to Osaka
  • DAY 15: In Osaka, trip concludes

Operated by World Expeditions

Departures: April, May, October & November only

  • Contact us for more information, current costs and to make a booking on this tour
 
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