This 10 night, 11 day, walking tour highlights the ancient Nakasendo highway that once linked the Shogun's capital Edo (modern Tokyo) to the imperial capital, Kyoto, while immersing you in Japanese culture and life. It includes some of the most scenic and pleasant walking sections of this road that ran through mountainous central Japan. Walking through picturesque former post towns, meeting locals along the way, this tour takes you along the beautiful Kiso valley. Walking from village to village we also enjoy the hospitality and delicious meals served at traditional Japanese inns. Some of these inns have been in the same family for several generations and you can get a real sense of history while staying at them. This tour contrasts old and modern Japan as well as the urban and rural sides of this fascinating country and suited for people who enjoy walking for distances of between 12 km (7.5 miles) and 23 km (14.3 miles) per day with a light day rucksack.
On this 7 night, 8 day, tour we visit three historically significant cities in Japanese history along with Miyajima near Hiroshima. Tokyo, formerly known as Edo, the headquarters of the Tokugawa Shogunate that ruled Japan for over 250 years; Kamakura, Japan's first military capital of the Kamakura Shogunate, established in the 12th century; Kyoto, the imperial capital of Japan for over one thousand years and still the centre of Japanese culture and religion. Finally, we travel to Hiroshima and nearby Miyajima Island — considered one of the three most scenic spots in Japan and a UNESCO world heritage site. We also have an opportunity to visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Along the way we experience the wonderful hospitality of traditional Japanese inns. This tour involves city walking and some hiking.
This 10 night, 11 day, tour takes us to the peaks of Mt. Ontake and Mt. Fuji, considered to be two of the most sacred mountains in Japan. We also explore Tokyo, Kyoto and have three days of walking in the beautiful Kiso Valley. Accommodation includes Western-style hotels in Kyoto and Tokyo and traditional Japanese inns in the Kiso valley. This tour is suited for people who enjoy walking and steep hiking at altitude. For full details please click on the itinerary below.
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