Nakasendo Way, Japan

UNESCO listed villages, and tranquil trekking on ancient pathways.

Level 3: Trek Fit: shorter distances, with one long day, short ascents and descents, well formed paths or trails, walking up to 6 hours a day.

In feudal times people travelling between Kyoto and Tokyo would use the Nakasendo Trail – the road linking the two major cities through the central mountains. This trip will take you walking along forested paths, travelling between historic Juku post towns and getting a glimpse of what life was like in times gone by. You’ll then travel into the Oku-HIda mountains to explore the biodiversity of Kamikochi before arriving at iconic Narai village. The final stop is the resort town of Karuizawa for some relaxation before your onward journey.

OVERVIEW:

Day 1: Kyoto / Magome

Train from Kyoto to Nakatsugawa , 9 km trek, Nakatsugawa to Magome

Day 2: Magome / Tsumago

8 km trek Magome to Tsumago, afternoon to explore Edo village, afternoon walk 4 km

Day 3: Tsumago / Narai

3 km trek to Nagiso, Train travel to Yabuhara then 6 km trek into UNESCO Narai village famous for Laquerware

Day 4: Matsumoto

Train to Matsumoto, visit Black castle and Matsumoto Art Museum with works by the famous Yayoi Kusma. Train to Karuizawa.

Day 5: Karuizawa

Relaxing morning at Karuizawa

INCLUSIONS:

5 day fully guided trek and experiences with GirlsTrek

Average of 5 hours trekking per day

Ancient pathway of commerce between Kyoto and Tokyo

UNESCO listed villages

Miso Brewery visit

Traditional Japanese Ryokan hotels and Luxury resort

All accommodation (twin share)

Transport inclusions as per itinerary

Meals as per itinerary

GirlsTrek celebratory drink  

Small group size travel  

GirlsTrek Gift 

Trip specific packing list with expert advice and great discounts with Paddy Palin Outdoors and LNDR active wear. 

Information get together to detail the trip and answer any of your questions 

Private group chat for messages and photos 

At home training program to prepare you for your trek

*Traditional Japanese Ryokans generally have shared bathhouses. On this trip when we stay in the small Edo villages it is your only option for bathing.

*You may choose a single supplement at checkout - but this is only available for 1 night of the trip 

EXCLUSIONS:
Flights
Travel Insurance
Visa Fees (International Trips)
Drinks
Any meals not listed in the itinerary
Items of a personal nature