Kansai Tours & Trips
Kansai's got Japan's cultural heavyweights packed together, from Kyoto temples to Osaka's Dotonbori street food, with high-speed trains connecting everything. If you’re looking for traditional Japan without overwhelming city life, it has to be Kansai, showing you the best of the country without the stress.
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Elsa • traveled in September, 2024
A great overview of Japan and for the short 5 day tour managed to see all the highlights.
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JOSELITO • traveled in September, 2025
UML did good but we are disappointed with TOUR RADAR. This will our last trip with you.
5 Day Best of Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto Small Group Tour Package - S
Sterre • traveled in June, 2025
This Japan tour was really charming. The way modern life intertwines with traditional culture is truly fascinating to see. I highly reccomend Mount Fuji's breathtaking views and Kyoto's magical temples, both left me speechless! Thank you for this beautifully crafted journey!
Iconic Japan: Futuristic Wonders & Timeless Traditions
The best Kansai tour packages
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- Japan Highlights by Bullet Train: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka | 8 Days
- Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
- 5 Day Best of Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto Small Group Tour Package
- 9 Day Best of Japan Cherry Blossom Tour 2026 | Small Group Sakura Experience
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- Iconic Japan: Futuristic Wonders & Timeless Traditions
- 3 Day Kyoto, Osaka & Nara Tour from Tokyo
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Private guides take you to Kyoto's golden Kinkaku-ji Pavilion, Nara Deer Park, and Arashiyama Bamboo Forest with hotel pickup included. Travel from Kyoto to Osaka via Hiroshima to see the UNESCO Itsukushima Shrine and Peace Memorial Park, then catch a Sumo wrestling event with bento box in Dotonbori.
Duration 8 days Destinations Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $3,299
14% Off- US$2,837You save $462
Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a great introduction to the highlights of Tokyo, Kyoto and Nara and thoroughly enjoyed our 5 day tour.”
Alison, traveled in January
The cultural heritage of Kansai spans from Kyoto's Imperial Palace to Nara's Todaiji Temple. The traditional Gion district and vibrant Dotonbori in Osaka showcase regional contrast. Quality hotels provide comfortable bases throughout the journey.
Duration 5 days Destinations Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
14% Off- US$1,784
5 Day Best of Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto Small Group Tour Package
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The hotels were clean and comfortable — everything went smoothly!”
Miranda, traveled in July
Stay at KYOTO TOKYU HOTEL and see UNESCO sites like Kinkaku-ji Temple and Nijo Castle from 1603, walk through Fushimi Inari Taisha's torii gate tunnels, and visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple's wooden stage built without nails. Stroll through Gion's geisha quarter where you might spot maiko in traditional dress.
Duration 5 days Destinations Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $1,822
5% Off- US$1,731You save $91
9 Day Best of Japan Cherry Blossom Tour 2026 | Small Group Sakura Experience
“It was such a great trip — everything was really well arranged!”
Eleanor, traveled in March
This trip times your visit for peak cherry blossom season from March to April at Kansai's best sakura spots. See Kyoto's UNESCO Kiyomizudera Temple, walk through thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha, and visit Nara's Todaiji Temple with Japan's largest bronze Buddha.
Duration 9 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Arashiyama, Fushimi, Nara, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $4,575
5% Off- US$4,346You save $229
Your base at Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto and Sotetsu Fresa Inn Osaka puts you in the heart of Kansai. The UNESCO Fushimi Inari Shrine awaits exploration, while audio guides enhance local cuisine experiences with convenient transportation provided.
Duration 8 days Destinations Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Vio Travel From
5% Off- US$1,384
Iconic Japan: Futuristic Wonders & Timeless Traditions
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The way modern life intertwines with traditional culture is truly fascinating to see.”
Sterre, traveled in June
See the UNESCO Tenryu-ji Temple with its Zen gardens and golden Kinkaku-ji pavilion, then head to Dotonbori to try authentic takoyaki under massive neon signs. You'll spend 3 nights in Kyoto and 2 in Osaka, traveling between cities on the Shinkansen and wandering through Nishiki Market's 400+ food stalls.
Duration 10 days Destinations Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka Age Range Ages 99+ Operator Journaway From $1,387
29% Off- US$987You save $400
3 Day Kyoto, Osaka & Nara Tour from Tokyo
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was very informative and greatly paced. A perfect day to see Nara and kyoto!”
Sabrina, traveled in October
Cultural immersion begins in Kyoto's historic Gion district and extends to Osaka's vibrant Dotonbori. Regional traditions come alive at Yasaka Shrine, Kuromon Ichiba Market, and Todai-ji Temple, supported by comfortable accommodations and English-speaking guides.
Duration 3 days Destinations Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Tourist Journey From
29% Off- US$999
