Kumano Ancient Trail
In the footsteps of Emperors
In the footsteps of Emperors
The full Kumano Kodo experience hiking along the Nakahechi and Kohechi trails. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 10 nights on the Kumano Kodo trail and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
Explore the grand history of the Shogun Ieyasu at Nikko's UNESCO historic area before hiking on the rural Oku Nikko plains and staying in the Onsen village of Yumoto
Adventure to the hidden villages of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo in beautiful Miyama, Miyazu Onsen, Ine-cho and Kinosaki Onsen
Sea kayaking, island-to-island cycling, free-roaming deer and UNESCO World Heritage before island-to-island cycling along the Shimanami Kaido andabundant nature on the ancient 88 Temple Pilgrimage in Ehime Prefecture in north-west Shikoku, returning to Kyoto or Osaka.
Walk the loveliest sections of the Nakasendo Trail, Kamikochi and Oku-Hida. Start from Kyoto or from Tokyo, spend 5 nights on the trail and travel onwards to Takayama.
Japan's rugged and remote wilderness
Explore the dramatic nature and indigenous culture of Japan's second largest island
An experiential journey through Japan's diverse culture-rich landscapes
Cycle through historic cultural landscapes and secluded rural villages around Japan's most iconic lake close to Kyoto.
Villages of old Japan
Walk the loveliest sections of the Nakasendo Trail. Start from Kyoto or from Tokyo, spend 4 nights on the Nakasendo trail and travel onwards to Tokyo.
The trail towards enlightenment
Explore highlights of the Kansai region, home to the historic capitals of Kyoto, Nara and Asuka. This tour includes historic and culturally significant hiking trails, as well as overnight stays in wonderful traditional accommodation in Asuka and Nara, providing authentic Japanese meals and outstanding 'Omotenashi' service.
Spectacular scenery, beautiful temples, terrific hot-spring baths and delicious traditional cuisine on the ancient 88 Temple Pilgrimage on Shikoku, combining our walks in the north-east and the north-west of the island. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 9 nights on Shikoku with 9 days of hiking, and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
A scenic journey through Japan's cultural highlights
Self-guided cultural tour with gentle walks and peaceful exploration of Japan
Regional cuisine, the heart and soul of Japanese culture
Experience the warmth of rural Japan on this adventure for the whole family
Volcanic wonders of Kyushu
From sea to sea in southern Japan
A village-to-village self-guided cycling tour along the coasts of the Noto Peninsula. On the Japan Sea coast of Ishikawa Prefecture, the Noto Peninsula offers some of the most beautiful and unspoiled scenery Japan has to offer.
A village-to-village self-guided cycling tour along the coasts of the Noto Peninsula. On the Japan Sea coast of Ishikawa Prefecture, cycle from peaceful mountain roads to breathtaking coastal trails. Explore wonderful beaches, small villages and port towns.
A village-to-village self-guided cycling tour along the coasts of the Noto Peninsula. On the Japan Sea coast of Ishikawa Prefecture, cycle from peaceful mountain roads to breathtaking coastal trails. Explore wonderful beaches, small villages and port towns.
Walk the loveliest sections of the Nakasendo Trail. Start from Kyoto or from Tokyo, spend 2 nights on the Nakasendo trail and travel onwards to Kyoto or to Tokyo.
Walk the loveliest sections of the Nakasendo Trail. Start from Kyoto or from Tokyo, spend 3 nights on the Nakasendo trail and travel onwards to Kyoto or to Tokyo.
A rewarding hike through the Kii Peninsula mountains on an ancient pilgrimage trail towards Hayatama Shrine. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 3 nights on the Kumano Kodo trail and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
A rewarding hike through the Kii Peninsula mountains on an ancient pilgrimage trail. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 4 nights on the Kumano Kodo trail and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
A rewarding pilgrimage trail, hiking through the Kii Peninsula mountains on an ancient pilgrimage trail. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 5 nights on the Kumano Kodo trail and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
A demanding hike north from Hongu through the beautiful Nara mountains on this ancient pilgrimage trail, ending at the spiritual Mount Koya. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 4 nights on the Kumano Kodo Kohechi trail and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
The full Kumano Kodo experience hiking along the Nakahechi and Kohechi trails. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 8 nights on the Kumano Kodo trail and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
Abundant nature, varied temples, one of Japan’s most venerable hot-spring towns and delicious traditional cuisine walking on sections of the ancient 88 Temple Pilgrimage in Ehime Prefecture in north-west Shikoku. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 3 nights on Shikoku with 4 days of hiking, and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
A rewarding hike in Nara and through the Kii Peninsula mountains on an ancient pilgrimage trail. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 1 night in Nara and 3 nights on the Kumano Kodo trail and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
A hike through spectacular scenery, with beautiful temples, terrific Onsen baths and delicious traditional cuisine on the ancient 88 Temple Pilgrimage in Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures at the north-east tip of Shikoku Island. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 4 nights on Shikoku (with 4 days of hiking) and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
A hike through spectacular scenery, with beautiful temples, terrific Onsen baths and delicious traditional cuisine on the ancient 88 Temple Pilgrimage in Tokushima and Kagawa Prefectures at the north-east tip of Shikoku Island. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 5 nights on Shikoku (with up to 5 days of hiking) and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
Spectacular scenery, beautiful temples, terrific hot-spring baths and delicious traditional cuisine on the ancient 88 Temple Pilgrimage on Shikoku, combining our walks in the north-east and the north-west of the island. Start from Kyoto or Osaka, spend 7 nights on Shikoku in Tokushima/Kagawa Prefectures and in Ehime Prefecture with 8 days of hiking, and return to Kyoto or Osaka.
Sea kayaking, free-roaming deer and UNESCO World Heritage on a journey from Tomonoura to Miyajima and featuring cycling on the scenic Shimanami Kaido.
Walk the loveliest sections of the Nakasendo Trail, Kamikochi, Oku-Hida and Nikko. Start from Kyoto or from Tokyo, spend 9 nights on the trail and end in Tokyo
Experience the hidden local culture of northern Japan
Enjoy a shorter version of our classic Nakasendo Trail small-group guided tour, visiting authentic and beautifully-preserved post towns and enjoying delicious regional cuisine along the way.