10 Best East Asia Multiday Tours in May 2026

Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days - May 2026

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Uncover the best of Japan on a budget, on this 13-day Essentials tour. Staying in a mixture of hostels and guesthouses, you'll take in the sights of Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and much more. Visit the Imperial Palace in Tokyo and cross the Shibuya Crossing. Hike to the giant bronze Buddha of Kotoku-in in Kamakura, take a dip in an onsen bath in Hakone and cycle the streets of Kyoto. Enjoy a relaxing meditation session, pay your respects at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial and see the iconic red torii gate of Miyajima.

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House, Hostel

Age Range

18-55 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kamakur

Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kamakura, Hakone, Kyoto

Duration13 days

From

USD 3,945

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Cycle Japan - May 2026

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There's no destination quite like Japan, and there's no better way to see it than by bike. Get off the beaten path, cycling from the historic village of Shirakawa-go to the Sea of Japan and Toyama Bay. Explore the hidden gem of Sado Island on two wheels. Along the way we see one of the finest Japanese gardens in Kanazawa, rest your head in a traditional ryokan, sample excellent local seafood and soak in coastal scenery. Finally, hop on a bullet train to explore the neon-clad, beating heart of Japan, Tokyo. Sado Island - Discover breathtaking landscapes, rugged coastal beauty, rich culture and historical significance Kyoto and Tokyo - Get lost amongst the bustle and vibrancy of Japan's two biggest cities, teeming with cultural hot spots and ancient sites Delicious local food - Refuel with tasty Japanese cuisine from street food in the city, to authentic local meals in the countryside

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

16-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Sado Island, Kanaz

Kyoto, Tokyo, Sado Island, Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go, Toyama

Duration13 days

From

USD 6,650

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Highlights of Japan - May 2026

4.6

(14 reviews )

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I thoroughly enjoyed the Highlights of Japan trip as it basically picked up from my 2020 Japan tour which was cancelled half way through due to Covid. The tour gives a good insight into Japan and is perfect to get ideas for a longer trip to Japan for places to revisit and see in more depth as there is so much to see. The trip was a good pace and our guide, David Lam, was excellent and really went out of his way to ensure everyone in the group enjoyed the tour, thanks David for enhancing my trip to Japan.

Active and outdoorExplorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Kanazawa, Osaka, Hiroshima

Duration8 days

From

USD 4,050

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Land of the Samurai - 12 days - May 2026

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Discover Japan’s cultural treasures and modern marvels on this 12-day adventure from Tokyo to Osaka. Visit historic temples in Asakusa and Kamakura, take in the iconic Shibuya Crossing, and enjoy views of Mount Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi. Ride the bullet train to Kyoto to see the Golden Pavilion and explore the Geisha district of Gion. Continue to Hiroshima to visit the Peace Park and take a ferry to Miyajima Island with its famed floating torii gate.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto

Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Kamakura, Lake Kawaguchi

Duration12 days

From

USD 3,985

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Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail - May 2026

4.8

(16 reviews )

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The tour was wonderful. Karique was an excellent tour guide. He was knowledgeable and interesting, and looked after our group well. The food was great, and varied, which made a huge difference. The accommodation was great, especially the stay at Yunomineso. The hot spring was a highlight of the trip. It might be a while before I go again, but I'll definitely look at Explore when I do.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House, Hotel

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Kii Katsuura, Mats

Tokyo, Osaka, Kii Katsuura, Matsumoto, Nagiso, Kyoto, Nara, Kii Peninsula, Kumano Kodo

Duration12 days

From

USD 5,880

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Japan: Hike, Bike & Kayak - May 2026

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Embark on a cultural (and physical) workout with this 12-day active adventure across Japan. You’ll soak up some ancient history, see religious sites and explore the best of Japan’s nature on foot, boat and bike. Beginning in Tokyo, hike through post towns dotted along the Nakasendo Way, cycle and kayak on the Seto Inland Sea along the Shimanami Kaido and stop by historic Kyoto for an optional soak in a traditional bathhouse. Then, tackle the mother of all pilgrimages on a section of the historic Kumano Kodo. With the opportunity to explore diverse neighbourhoods, eat as much ramen as you can stomach and experience local hospitality along the way, this active adventure makes for a great taste of diverse Japan.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Kumano Kodo, Ise S

Tokyo, Osaka, Kumano Kodo, Ise Shima, Narai, Magome, Kyoto, Koguchi, Kii Katsuura

Duration12 days

From

USD 6,245

USD 6,058

Saving

USD 187

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Premium South Korea - May 2026

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On this nine-day Premium adventure, you’ll explore the culture and cuisine of South Korea from unique perspectives with a local leader who has all the insights. Start in Seoul with a bowl of steaming hot pot and meet with a North Korean defector to learn their fascinating story. Wander through Gyeongbukgung Palace before heading to a local home for a private food lecture. Enjoy a bibimbap in Jeonju and learn about the town’s rich art culture. Walk through bamboo forests before heading for Mt Gaya’s Hainesa Temple, where you’ll stay overnight, meditate like the monks, and chat with a local monk over tea. Visit Mokpo before ending it all on Jeju Island – where you’ll chat with a local Haenyno woman and visit UNESCO’s Seongsan Ilchulbong for the most scenic views in Korea!

ExplorerHoneymoon

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Seoul, Jeonju, Haeinsa, Jeju island

Duration9 days

From

USD 4,675

USD 4,535

Saving

USD 140

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Premium Highlights of Japan - May 2026

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If you want to experience a few (of the many) highlights of Japan, all while staying in comfortable accommodation with like-minded travellers, this Premium adventure from Tokyo to Kyoto is a must! You’ll spend nine days exploring world-class shopping neighbourhoods, geisha districts, hole-in-the-wall eateries, ancient temples and markets with some of the freshest seafood you’ll find. Learn about the history of samurai from a family of contemporary ninjas, feast on monjayaki and teppanyaki on a dinner cruise in Tokyo, try to find snow monkeys bathing in hot springs on the mountain in Yamanouchi, wander through a designated Place of Scenic Beauty in Arashiyama and Japan’s most celebrated landscape garden in Kanazawa and follow the trail at a sacred shrine in Kyoto.

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Yudanaka, Kanazawa

Duration9 days

From

USD 4,995

USD 4,845

Saving

USD 150

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Japan Real Food Adventure - May 2026

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Take your tastebuds on an 11-day culinary journey through Japan’s most delicious hotspots, relishing the flavours of the land of the rising sun. Uncover the secrets of sushi in Tokyo, pick local produce with an expert in Kanazawa, feast on plant-based monastic cuisine in Koya-san, meet local farmers in Uji and go on a food crawl in Osaka. Take part in cooking classes, cooking demonstrations and market visits, feasting on local delights along the way. From temples to tempura, shrines to sashimi, seafood markets to sake breweries, you’ll join a local leader on a food-focused adventure that has all the best Japanese ingredients.

Food tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Osaka, Kanazawa, Kōyasan

Duration11 days

From

USD 4,495

USD 4,360

Saving

USD 135

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Seven-Day Private Tour to Beijing and Zhangjiajie - May 2026

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Explore Beijing and discover the beautiful Zhangjiajie during this seven-day private tour. Start out by exploring the Chinese capital city of Beijing. See the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven. Also experience the local culture while enjoying a rickshaw ride through the capital's hutongs. Head for Zhangjiajie next. A place endowed with unparalleled beauty, Zhangjiajie is a mixture of craggy peaks, verdant forests, tumbling waterfalls and crystal-clear lakes. It is also the place where the Hollywood blockbuster “Avatar” was shot. Take the Bailong elevator to the Yuanjiajie scenic area. See Golden Whip Stream (Jinbian Stream) and the Ten-mile Gallery before it is time to head home. We will drive you to the airport after the tour is over. For more details, please scroll down.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-85 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing, Zhangjiajie

Duration7 days

From

USD 1,709

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China Private Tour to Beijing, Xian, Guilin & Shanghai - May 2026

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This ten-day, private tour is a harmonious blend of China's unique historical legacies and modern trends. Starting from in Beijing, the modern-day capital of China, this tour will take you to Xian, Guilin and Yangshuo before coming to an end in Shanghai. See the world-famous Tian'anmen Square in Beijing and explore the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, widely regarded as one of the best portions of this monument. Learn more about the first emperor to rule over China in Xian, home to the Terracotta Army, which have been standing for over two millennia now. Sail down the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo enjoying picturesque landscapes along the way. This tour comes to an end in Shanghai, China's financial capital. For more details, please go through the details below.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-86 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing, Guilin, Shanghai, Xian

Beijing, Guilin, Shanghai, Xian, Yangshuo

Duration10 days

From

USD 2,219

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Best Of China With Yangtze Cruise - May 2026

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Best of China with Yangtze Cruise - May 2026

(7 reviews )

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A wonderful Itinerary for China. Busy but has a good variety of activities.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House, Ship Cabin

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing, Shanghai, Yangtze River

Beijing, Shanghai, Yangtze River, Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing

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Duration15 days

From

USD 7,295

USD 6,443

Saving

USD 852

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Walk the Great Wall + Xian Extension - May 2026

4.6

(10 reviews )

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Fabulous & remarkable trip! Jansen went above & beyond with his customer service & taking care of everyone’s special needs and requests. The itinerary was fantastic and the guides were marvelous. Dianna also did a great job and was very accommodating. My only critique is that we should have been provided more information on the difficulties with using credit cards and ATM’s in China and the prevalent use of cash only. I have traveled to 55 countries & never had difficulty using credit cards & ATM’s until China. Most places wouldn’t take US Visa or Mastercard & ATM’s wouldn’t give me Chinses yen

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing, Xian, Forbidden City, S

Beijing, Xian, Forbidden City, Shanhaiguan, Panjiakou, Huangyaguan, Gubeikou, Jinshanling

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Duration12 days

From

USD 3,030

USD 2,340

Saving

USD 690

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Japan in a Week - May 2026

4.3

(30 reviews )

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Japan in a week was incredible! The tour and the people were a blast and created memories ill cherish for the rest of my life! Tokyo and Kyoto were amazing, the Nara Deer park add on is well worth the money and day! I do wish we spent a little more time in Osaka however

Local cultureTrain tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,857

USD 1,801

Saving

USD 56

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All East Asia Tours in May 2026

Page 10 of 341 Trips in East Asia during May 2026 with 1,469 Reviews

Page 10 of 341 Trips in East Asia during May 2026 with 1,469 Reviews

Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days - May 2026

Cycle Japan - May 2026

Highlights of Japan - May 2026

Land of the Samurai - 12 days - May 2026

Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail - May 2026

Japan: Hike, Bike & Kayak - May 2026

Premium South Korea - May 2026

Premium Highlights of Japan - May 2026

Japan Real Food Adventure - May 2026

Seven-Day Private Tour to Beijing and Zhangjiajie - May 2026

China Private Tour to Beijing, Xian, Guilin & Shanghai - May 2026

Best of China with Yangtze Cruise - May 2026

Walk the Great Wall + Xian Extension - May 2026

Japan in a Week - May 2026

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Page 10 of 341 Trips in East Asia during May 2026 with 1,469 Reviews

Page 10 of 341 Trips in East Asia during May 2026 with 1,469 Reviews