Mt. Koya to Wakayama
Mount Koya Wakayama & Nachi Waterfall Tour from Japan
14 Days/Itinerary
Our Journey
Experience the spiritual heart and natural beauty of Japan on this unforgettable journey through Mount Koya, Wakayama, and the majestic Nachi Waterfall. This tour combines sacred Buddhist sites, UNESCO World Heritage landmarks, ancient pilgrimage routes, and breathtaking natural scenery.
Guide Line
Visit Mount Koya (Koyasan), a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Explore Okunoin Cemetery, Japan’s most sacred spiritual site
Discover Kongobu-ji Temple, headquarters of Shingon Buddhism
Visit Kumano Nachi Taisha shrine
Witness Nachi Waterfall, Japan’s tallest single-drop waterfall
Walk along parts of the historic Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail
Comfortable private transportation available
The Mount Koya, Wakayama & Nachi Waterfall Tour takes you deep into Japan’s spiritual landscape. Begin at Mount Koya, a sacred mountain temple complex founded over 1,200 years ago by Kobo Daishi. Explore historic temples, peaceful monastery grounds, and the mystical Okunoin Cemetery, illuminated by hundreds of lanterns.
Continue your journey through Wakayama, a region known for its untouched nature and spiritual heritage. Visit Kumano Nachi Taisha, one of the three Grand Shrines of Kumano, located in a serene forest setting. Nearby, experience the powerful beauty of Nachi Waterfall, a sacred site worshipped for centuries as a symbol of nature’s divine power.
This tour is ideal for travelers seeking spirituality, culture, history, and breathtaking natural beauty in a peaceful environment.
Inclusions
Private transportation
Commercial Driving permit holder drivers
Green number plates Vehicles
English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
Exclusions
Lunch
Ticket for any activity (ropeway, cruise etc) Entry to any place where tickets required.
Cancelation before 24 hours fully refundable, Cancelation within 24 hours non refundable.
Pay later option, we will send you link for the payment 72 hours before the tour or earlier depend upon customer preferences.
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Cash
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Food in the vehicle
Know before you go
- The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- Smoking and eating are not allowed in the vehicle.
About this Activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Duration 14 Hours
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Live tour guide
English, Japanese
Pickup included
We provide pickup from customer's hotels. Pick up location Tokyo 23 wards is Included. Due to Traffic we can be 30 Minutes Late. For Airports Narita (25000Jpy) Haneda 7000JPY, Ports, Chiba 15000JPY, Kawasaki 20000JPY, and Yokohama 20000JPY Pickup additional charges will apply.
Wheelchair accessible
Private group
Pick up – 8:30 am
We will pick you up from your location at 8:30 am.
Note:
“30 min could be delay due to traffic no refund and review could be accepted.”
Okunoin Cemetery
A sacred Buddhist mountain and UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to ancient temples and serene forest paths.
Okunoin Cemetery
Japan’s most spiritual cemetery, featuring thousands of stone lanterns and a mystical cedar forest.
Kongobu-ji Temple
The main temple of Shingon Buddhism, known for traditional architecture and Japan’s largest rock garden.
Kumano Nachi Taisha
A historic Shinto shrine deeply connected to nature worship and pilgrimage traditions.
Nachi Waterfall
Japan’s tallest waterfall, surrounded by lush forest and revered as a sacred natural site.
Kumano Kodo Trail
An ancient UNESCO-listed pilgrimage route winding through mountains and forests.
Drop-off at 5:30pm
Drop-off at your hotel or selected location
FAQ's
The tours start and end when the driver picks you up from your accommodation in Tokyo and drops you off at the end of the day. In the case of your accommodation being outside of Tokyo 23 Wards, your tour will start and end when the driver departs and arrives in Tokyo at the end of the day.
No pets are allowed.
The price include toll fees, gas, parking lot fees, tax, etc. It doesn’t include fees for such as: lunch/food/beverage, entrance fee of tourist spots, fee of boats/cable cars, etc.
Yes, The extension fee is 3,500 yen/30 minutes.
There will be no refunds in case the tour finishes early. If the tour will finish earlier due to accidents, Bad weather, natural disasters, sudden sickness, etc., please contact us and we can discuss about it.
As it’s a little far from the central area of Tokyo, it is highly recommended that you book a “9h One-Day Tour” to visit the Hakone area. For boarding the Shinkansen, it is possible to conclude the tour at Odawara Station or local hotels in the Fuji/Hakone area. However, please note that the round-trip travel time to Tokyo, totalling three hours, will be deducted from the overall tour duration.
Client Testimonials
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Posted on Google Janice BitanskyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great day with Areeb even though we didn't see Mt. Fuji!! Interesting day driving in countryside and seeing more of Japan. Thank you Areeb!Posted on Google Suzy RobisonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our guide Petteri was amazing! We enjoyed delicious food, history, humor, and a worry free day! We saw a beautiful shrine, Mt Fuji, the 9 lakes, drank water from mt Fuji, rode up to one of the mountain stops, had a speedboat ride, and the best Mexican food! Highly recommend this tour!Posted on Google Nadia ValenzuelaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. La experiencia estuvo padrisima, la atencion y amabilidad de Antony excelente, nos fue contando de la historia de cada lugar, nos ayudo con recomendacion para comer tacos deliciosos, se comunico en nuestro idioma español, muy recomendado.Posted on Google Tony PhelpsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our group from Kentucky (USA) thoroughly enjoyed our guide, Anthony. He was very knowledgeable and did a superb job of interjecting wit and humor while providing us an in depth education of Mount Fuji and the surrounding areas we visited. He was very conscientious of our time and schedule to ensure we made it in time for our train to Kyoto. I would highly recommend him to any group from any country.Posted on Google Patrick CoyneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Anthony took our group of 10 to Mt. Fuji and surroundings. He gave us several options and everywhere we stopped was interesting and beautiful. Anthony regaled us with local lore and historical context to keep the bus portions interesting. We had a wonderful time!Posted on Google CarlosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Anthony and the Live Nippon team provided an outstanding Fuji tour experience. Everything was well organized, communication was excellent, and the hospitality was second to none. We originally booked the tour in Spanish for my parents, but when they were unable to join us, Anthony was able to seamlessly switch between English and Spanish throughout the day. His flexibility and professionalism made the experience enjoyable for everyone. Our group had a fantastic time and created memories that will last a lifetime. We highly recommend Anthony and Live Nippon to anyone looking for a personalized and memorable tour in Japan.Posted on Google Alexis ATrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had an incredible day trip thanks to Pete! He made our time going to Hakone and Mt Fuji seamless, easy and fun! He was always open to changes in plans and customized our day trip perfectly! Thank you for such a lovely timePosted on Google Freedom IncentiveTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a beautiful time we had as a family of 18. Anthony, our tour guide did a stellar job keeping us on track for each destination as he was knowledgeable, easy to communicate with and funny. We highly recommend the Private Tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone. My kids had a blast on the speedboat ride, learning history the shrines and experiencing the spirit of Japan. Thank you for a memorable experience!Posted on Google Cecilia NilarpTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing day with our Finnish guide Petteri. Could not have wished for a better guide and tour. Fantastic places and tasty food stops.