Walk the Nakasendo Trail

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11 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

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Osaka, Japan

Tokyo, Japan

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Travel back in time with the 11-day Walk the Nakasendo Trail, a self-guided trekking tour that traces the legendary route between Osaka and Tokyo. This journey takes experienced travelers through scenic mountain villages, lush valleys, and remnants of feudal Japan, with all accommodations, transport, and meals thoughtfully provided. Enjoy moderate hiking each day as you stroll historic post towns and forested paths that once linked Kyoto and Edo (modern Tokyo).

What sets this journey apart is the authentic immersion into Japan’s rural charms, where travelers can savor traditional hospitality and discover centuries-old architecture along the Nakasendo. For those who relish moderate-level hiking and cultural exploration, this trekking tour offers a window into the beauty and history of Japan’s heartland.

day 1Arrive in Kyoto

Take the express train from Osaka Kansai Int. Airport to Kyoto City (approx. 70mins), then a local taxi to your first hotel. (approx. 10mins).
Overnight Kyoto.

day 2Explore Kyoto

day 3Kuramaa to Kibune

day 4Magome to Tsumago

day 5Tsumago/Nagiso to Nojiri

day 6Gongentaki Waterfall

day 7Yabuhara to Matsumoto

day 8Free Day in Matsumoto

day 9Karuizawa to Yokokawa

day 10Rest Day in Tokyo

day 11Depart Tokyo

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