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The Daigoji temple amongst maple trees in momiji season, Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto Holidays


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Kyoto, often regarded as Japan’s cultural capital, is home to an extraordinary collection of historic monuments collectively designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These temples, shrines, and gardens reflect centuries of artistic and spiritual heritage, making the city one of the most important cultural destinations in the country.

Despite its deep historical significance, Kyoto is also a modern and dynamic city. Sleek architecture, busy shopping districts, and vibrant nightlife sit alongside quiet lanes and traditional wooden townhouses, creating a striking contrast between past and present.

In the historic district of Gion, traditional teahouses remain active, and geisha can sometimes be seen moving quietly through the lantern-lit streets, adding to the district’s distinctive timeless atmosphere.

Trailfinders offers a range of Kyoto holidays and we have a dedicated team of destination specialists who are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Japan on a self guided holiday, a sociable small group tour, a stopover or a cruise holiday, they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO KYOTO

Nobody offers more ways to explore Kyoto than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular holidays to Kyoto. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Undiscovered Japan
Self Guided
17 days / 16 nights

From unique fishing villages to magnificent Japanese gardens and outstanding coastal scenery to relaxing hot springs, delve into the lesser visited wonders of Japan on this captivating tour.

Guide Price: €7,729 £6,299 pp

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The Perfect Fortnight
Self Guided
17 days / 16 nights

Sensational cities, incredible alpine scenery, unique culture and even monkeys having a spa bath! Here’s one of our favourite ways to spend two weeks in Japan.

Guide Price: €5,599 £4,549 pp

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Simply Japan
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
14 days / 13 nights

Traverse Japan on this tour from Tokyo to Kyoto.

Guide Price: €4534 £3570 pp

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The Best of Japan & South Korea
Multi Centre Holiday
17 days / 16 nights

Japan and South Korea are both equally unique and bursting with culture-rich experiences.

Guide Price: €8,349 £6,949 pp

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Ancient & Modern Japan
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
14 days / 13 nights

Ancient wooden temples, raked-gravel Zen gardens and chanting Buddhist monks juxtaposed with space-age towers, neon lights and bullet trains; the blend of old and new in Japan is captivating.

Guide Price: €6,175 £5,145 pp

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Solo-ish Japan
Guided Small Group for Solo Travellers
11 days / 10 nights

Japan is on everyone’s bucket list, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait for a travel buddy to book that ticket.

Guide Price: €3644 £3134 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN KYOTO

We feature a great range of accommodation in Kyoto, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a historical ryokan with traditional tatami mat flooring or a modern hotel close to the subway station. Or perhaps, it’s a luxury hotel on the banks of the river with views of the mountains, blending modern design with Japanese traditions.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Kyoto hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Hyatt Place Kyoto
4 star

Kyoto

Located in central Kyoto, with direct access to Marutamachi station and within walking distance of the Imperial Palace and Nijo-jo Castle, this modern hotel is perfectly placed for exploring the city.
Noku Kyoto
4 star

Kyoto

This stylish hotel is centrally located next to the Marutamachi subway station and by the entrance to Kyoto’s Imperial Palace Park.
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
3 star

Kyoto

This modern and simple hotel is the perfect base in Kyoto.
Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto Kawaramachi St.
3 star

Kyoto

This modern hotel is located in the heart of Kyoto near Sanjo Station.
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
5 star

Kyoto

Situated a short way from the centre of Kyoto, this stylish hotel is a convenient base from which to explore the city, with the JR Kyoto train station a few minutes walk away and plenty of buses nearby.
Four Seasons Kyoto
5 plus star

Kyoto

This intimate and contemporary hotel is focused around a beautiful 800 year old pond garden and is directly adjacent to the Myoho-in Temple.

WHAT TO DO IN KYOTO

As well as some awe-inspiring sights, Kyoto is also home to unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique insight into the culture that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you might be exploring the busy cobbled streets of Kyoto on a culinary food adventure, the next taking a train out of the city to cycle along the peaceful shores of Lake Biwa. Experiences can be as refined as having dinner with a geisha or as educational as learning to make sushi.

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Japan holiday to life.
A Taste of Gion Food Tour
3 hours
Departs: Kyoto

Kyoto’s Gion district is often cited as visitor’s favourite part of the city and is famous for the ...

Explore Kyoto by Bike
3 hours
Departs: Kyoto

See this relaxed & beautiful city the way the locals do - by ...

Japanese Tea Ceremony, Kyoto
2 hours
Departs: Kyoto

Enjoy a unique opportunity to learn the intricacies of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony at the ...

Kyoto's Food Market & Cookery Class
3.5 hours
Departs: Kyoto

Calling all budding chefs! Visit a local market to pick up ingredients before stopping off at a ...

Rural Japan Farming and Culture Tour
3.5 hours
Departs: Kyoto

On this tour (max 7 people) visit local rural villages and learn about the traditional farming ...

Sake Discovery
2 hours
Departs: Kyoto

Learn more about the history and production of sake, Japan’s iconic drink on this fascinating tour ...


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