Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima

5.0 (2 reviews) Kobe, Japan
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Duration2h 30m
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LanguagesJapanese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

This tour is one of the very few hiking tours that start from Arima Onsen. This hiking tour takes you along historic roads winding through the scenic, healing forests of Arima Onsen. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this tour offers an immersive experience in both nature and history, following trails used by travelers and traders since ancient times.

What's included

  • Emergency medical supplies
  • Guide
  • Hiking shoes, clothing, and other mountaineering gears
  • Umbrella, rainwear, and other rain gears
  • Drinks for hydration

What to expect

This is the standard itinerary for the tour.

Start At: Arima Onsen Station of Arima Rokko Ropeway
We will walk about 5 minutes from Arima Onsen Station to the trailhead.

Pass By: Mushi-jigoku (The trailhead)
The historic sites related to the carbonated spring sources of Arima Onsen provide fascinating insights.

Trail Along: Totoya Road
The mountain trail that served as the main road for travel between Kobe and Arima.

Stop At: The site of the old tea house
The site where the mountain pass teahouse once stood is now a gazebo. We will take a break for about 10 minutes here.

Trail Along: Fudeya Road
We will walk along the Fudeya Trail that passes through the Healing Forest. In the Healing Forest, you can see a variety of plants, and it is also home to many different species of birds.

Stop At: Viewpoint Deck
From the viewpoint deck, you can gaze upon the town and the mountain ranges of the Tamba region.

Stop At: Taiko Waterfall
It’s a beautiful waterfall cascading between rocky cliffs.

Endpoint: Zuihouji Park
A park featuring a quaint mountain gate and rest areas, renowned as one of the top spots for autumn foliage in the Kansai region.
The tour ends here.

  1. Zuihoji Park

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please look for a guide holding a board with the participant's name at the Arima Onsen Station of the Rokko-Arima Ropeway.

End point

Please look for a guide holding a board with the participant's name at the Arima Onsen Station of the Rokko-Arima Ropeway.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You cannot participate if wearing unsuitable footwear for hiking, such as heeled shoes or sandals.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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