10 Best Kyoto Multiday Tours in May 2026

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Journeys: Iconic Japan - May 2026

(48 reviews )

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This is an amazing tour and recommend to everyone who wants to spend quality time, learn about culture, nature, history, religion and food about Japan

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Tsumago, Kanazawa

Kyoto, Tokyo, Tsumago, Kanazawa, Hiroshima

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Duration12 days

From

USD 7,099

USD 5,164

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USD 1,935

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Japan Discovery - May 2026

3.9

(19 reviews )

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Very informative and fast paced. I believe following the tour we had a much better understanding of the Japanese including some of their customs and their way of life. Having an excellent tour guide like we had made the entire tour worthwhile.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima

Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Himeji

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Duration10 days

From

USD 3,695

USD 3,094

Saving

USD 601

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Best of Japan - 8 days - May 2026

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Uncover Japan’s highlights over eight days, starting in buzzing Tokyo and ending in culture-rich Kyoto. Wander through ancient temples in Asakusa, marvel at the bronze Buddha in Kamakura, and soak up modern Tokyo’s energy in Harajuku and Shibuya. Enjoy panoramic views of Mt Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi and unwind in a traditional ryokan with hot springs and local cuisine. Ride the bullet train to Kyoto, where golden temples, serene gardens and geisha traditions await. With guided sightseeing and free time to explore, this tour blends history, scenery and culture into one unforgettable Japanese adventure.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Harajuku, Lake Kaw

Kyoto, Tokyo, Harajuku, Lake Kawaguchi, Nijo Castle

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Duration8 days

From

USD 2,925

USD 2,194

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USD 731

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Highlights of Japan - May 2026

4.8

(6 reviews )

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Great holiday. Great guide.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Nikko, Hiroshima

Kyoto, Tokyo, Nikko, Hiroshima, Osaka

Duration8 days

From

USD 4,950

USD 4,802

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USD 149

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Japan Highlights - May 2026

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Home of the sumo, geishas, sake, karaoke, onsen and izakaya – Japan is a feast for all your senses. This nine-day journey hits all the right spots, giving you a true appreciation for the land of the rising sun. Absorb the bustle of Tokyo before heading into the countryside for a homestay with fantastic home-cooked meals and take in the views of the iconic Mt Fuji. Travel on a futuristic bullet train to Kyoto and Hiroshima and step into this nation’s history before wrapping up your adventure in the foodie paradise of Osaka.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Home-stay

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Osaka

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Duration9 days

From

USD 3,545

USD 2,751

Saving

USD 794

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Rickshaw tour in Higashiyama, Kyoto - May 2026

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Richshaw tour in the Kyoto area Higashiyama. With over 1200 years of history and thousands of temples and shrines, Kyoto is one of the most famous sightseeing destinations in Japan. Beautiful nature in and around the city contrasts the old streets giving a true feel and introduction to Japanese culture. In other words, this is a fantastic city for a fantastic rickshaw tour. The area of Higashiyama has many scenes representative of Japanese culture including Geisha dancers in the Gion district and large temples. This is the place to experience the Kyoto of your imagination. Our rickshaw goes around the Higashiyama area, introducing histories of the town, buildings, shops, restaurants and the other fun facts. Drivers take many memorial photos on the way with your cameras and phones, too. 30 minute course Leave from the main rickshaw parking lot at Ichinen-zaka of Kodaiji-temple. See the beautiful landscape of the town as you travel over the traditional stone-paved roads. Make your way to the highlight of the course with an amazing view of the five-storied Pagoda. 70 minutes course This course is recommended which we can introduce the Gion area mainly. Our rickshaws tour around the Maiko town which is called “Hanamachi”. You can enjoy feeling a real culture of the Gion area. 90 minutes course The rickshaw starts at the center of Higashiyama, mainly goes around the Gion area including a brief walk in the temple gardens like Kenninji-temple, or you can choose the other routes like running through the Higashiyama area from the South to the North. You can arrange your course as you would like to. 120 minutes course In this course, you can enjoy the most of the places of our recommend including Gion, and some temples in good atmosphere. Please ask for your route arrangement in detail.

Rickshaw, cycle or local transport tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Age Range

6-79 yrs

Operated in

english, japanese

Destinations

Kyoto

Duration30 minutes

From

USD 47

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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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Splendours of Japan - May 2026

4.6

(54 reviews )

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Great experience! We saw wonderful parts of Japan, including Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, and Hiroshima. The hotels were wonderful! Our travel director was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. My advice to Trafalgar is to reduce the number of visits to temples and shrines. Maybe allow more free time. Also, there were too many set Japanese meals with no options.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa, Resort

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Lake Yamanakako, T

Tokyo, Osaka, Lake Yamanakako, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto

Duration9 days

From

USD 7,175

USD 6,921

Saving

USD 254

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Premium Japan - May 2026

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Experience Japan’s perfect harmony of ancient tradition and a modern way of life on this 12-day Premium adventure through the cultural heart of the country. You’ll start among Tokyo’s soaring skyscrapers, making your way to Hakone’s mountainous hot springs and find the meaning of relaxation in a cloud of fragrant steam. Then, head to Takayama, which delights with its Edo-era beauty. Shirakawa-go immerses you in charming countryside life before you discover the intriguing cultural diversity of Kyoto. Find a passion for peace in Hiroshima, take a sushi-making class with an expert, soak away your worries in an onsen and travel with a local leader who will share the rich variety of their country as you visit temples, castles, shrines and holy mountains.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Hakone, Takayama

Kyoto, Tokyo, Hakone, Takayama, Hiroshima

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Duration12 days

From

USD 8,500

USD 6,184

Saving

USD 2,316

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Back Roads of Japan - May 2026

(8 reviews )

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An amazing experience, just as good as I had imagined.

National parksWildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Home-stay

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kyoto, Tokyo, Nagano, Otsu, Hagi

Kyoto, Tokyo, Nagano, Otsu, Hagi, Tottori

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Duration11 days

From

USD 4,249

USD 3,090

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USD 1,159

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Japan in a Week - May 2026

4.3

(31 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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Classic Japan - May 2026

4.4

(54 reviews )

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Trafalgar was a good choice for our dream vacation to Japan. Our guide, Her name was , forgive me if I spelt her name incorrectly was wonderful. She was professional, friendly and very patient with her customers. the hotels and bus companies all were quite up to the task. very satisfied with the trip.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Hiroshima, Osaka, Kyoto

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Duration11 days

From

USD 6,095

USD 5,025

Saving

USD 1,070

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Simply Japan - May 2026

4.7

(143 reviews )

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The tour was busy with only short stays at each location, but it was a fabulous experience and a wonderful introduction to Japan. The tour leader was knowledgeable, personable and efficient. Overall, it was a great trip

Train tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House, Hotel, Villa

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tokyo, Osaka, Miyajima, Kyoto, M

Tokyo, Osaka, Miyajima, Kyoto, Matsumoto, Jigokudani, Kanazawa, Hiroshima

Duration14 days

From

USD 5,530

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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 3,955

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All Kyoto Tours in May 2026

Page 2 of 73 Trips in Kyoto during May 2026 with 1,046 Reviews

Journeys: Iconic Japan - May 2026

Japan Discovery - May 2026

Best of Japan - 8 days - May 2026

Highlights of Japan - May 2026

Japan Highlights - May 2026

Rickshaw tour in Higashiyama, Kyoto - May 2026

Highlights of Japan - May 2026

Splendours of Japan - May 2026

Premium Japan - May 2026

Back Roads of Japan - May 2026

Japan in a Week - May 2026

Classic Japan - May 2026

Simply Japan - May 2026

Essential Japan Explorer - 13 Days - May 2026

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Food, wine, events and nightlife

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Wildlife, landscapes and nature

Boat tours, water sports and marine wildlife

Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history

Air tours, road trips and transfers

Beach, romance, getaways and relaxation

Special interests and hobbies

All Kyoto Tours in May 2026

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Page 2 of 73 Trips in Kyoto during May 2026 with 1,046 Reviews