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Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima

Location Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$38.75
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Arima Onsen offers a unique hiking adventure that intertwines history with the beauty of nature. This guided tour leads you through the enchanting forests and historic trails that have captivated travelers for centuries.

  • 🏷️ Private Historic Road Hike: Enjoy a 2.5-hour immersive journey with a knowledgeable guide, exploring the healing forests of Arima Onsen.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Begin your adventure at Arima Onsen Station, just a short 5-minute walk to the trailhead, setting the stage for your exploration.
  • 🌳 Traverse the historic Mushi-jigoku, where you'll uncover fascinating insights about the carbonated spring sources of Arima Onsen.
  • 🗺️ Follow the scenic Totoya Road, the main route connecting Kobe and Arima, as you walk in the footsteps of ancient travelers.
  • 🛑 Take a moment to relax at the site of the old tea house, now a charming gazebo, where you'll pause for about 10 minutes.
  • 🌲 Wander along the Fudeya Trail, surrounded by the diverse flora and fauna of the Healing Forest, home to various bird species.
  • 🌄 Reach the viewpoint deck for breathtaking vistas of the town and the majestic Tamba mountain ranges.
  • 💧 Marvel at the stunning Taiko Waterfall, cascading gracefully between rocky cliffs, a true natural wonder.
  • 🏞️ Conclude your hike at Zuihouji Park, known for its picturesque mountain gate and as a top spot for autumn foliage in the Kansai region.

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Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

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

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

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.

  • 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.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima

    Location Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $38.75
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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