Day 1 – Arrival

– Arrive at Kansai International Airport (KIX) and take the Haruka express train to Osaka Station.

– Check in your hotel in Osaka.Explore the vibrant Dotonbori district, known for its neon lights, and visit Kuromon Ichiba Market.

Day 2 – Exploring Osaka

– Visit Osaka Castle, a reconstructed 16th-century castle that is a symbol of the city.

– Take a stroll through the lively Nishiki Market, a traditional food market with over 200 stalls.

– Visit famous Mozu tombs, UNESCO site.

– Experience the unique Osaka culture by attending a performance of Bunraku, a traditional puppet theater.

– Dinner nearby and return to your Hotel.

Day 3 – Cycling in Kyoto

– Today, we’re going on a biking adventure in Kyoto. Imagine cycling past the famous Kinkaku-ji temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion.

– Cruise through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, a magical place filled with towering bamboo stalks

– Bicycle tours allow us to escape the crowds and discover hidden gems.

Day 4 – Nara Temples and Shopping

– Visit Tōdai-ji – Buddhist Temple housing the colossal Great Buddha surrounded by serene gardens.

– Visit Horyu-ji – world’s oldest wooden building.

– Shopping in vibrant Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street.

– Learn how to make sushi and dinner

Day 5 – Hiking and Night walking in Mt. Koya

– Check out and take a scenic train ride to Koyasan, a sacred mountain retreat in the Wakayama Prefecture.

– Hike through the serene cedar forests of Koyasan and visit the Okuno-in Cemetery for a night walk in the largest Buddhist cemetery of Japan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

– To Immerse yourself in the traditional culture of Koyasan by visiting a Buddhist temple Kongobuji.

– Dinner and overnight in the temple.

Day 6 – Kumano Kodo trekking

– Trek the Kumano Kodo, an ancient pilgrimage route to sacred shrines offering a profound journey of self-discovery and connection with nature.

– Explore in Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine, including Japan’s tallest waterfall, Nachi Falls, symbolizing the shrine’s deity.

– Enjoy Shojin Ryori this Buddhist meal.

Day 7 – Adventure Geo Cruising

– Take a cruising tour that explores the geology, strata, rocks, history, culture, and ecosystems of the Coast, recognized as a Japanese Geopark, on foot and from the sea aboard a fishing boat.

– Enjoy a river canoeing experience, offering a placid and picturesque view of the region’s lush landscapes and an adventurous yet peaceful experience amidst nature.

– Return to Wakayama and gala dinner.

Day 8 – Departure

– Check out of your hotel and head to Kansai International Airport (KIX) for your departure flight.

The program will vary depending on departure time.