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Chartered car self-guided tour (customized itinerary) | Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Oita (Beppu), Nagasaki, Saga, Miyazaki Takachiho
€ 235.39
Kyushu/Saga Autumn Foliage Tour | Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Optional Kimono Experience)・Daikozenji Temple・Kunenan・Homangu Kamado Shrine Illumination
Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu/Saga Autumn Foliage Tour | Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Optional Kimono Experience)・Daikozenji Temple・Kunenan・Homangu Kamado Shrine Illumination

English guided
Free cancellation
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4.8 / 5
(5) • 50+ booked
€ 39.25
Save € 16.80
Fukuoka Kanzakibana & Saga Castle Full-Day Tour with Visit Certificate
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Klook's choice
Tours • From Fukuoka

Fukuoka Kanzakibana & Saga Castle Full-Day Tour with Visit Certificate

English guided
Free cancellation
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5.0 / 5
(6) • 50+ booked
€ 41.95
Save € 17.95
Saga: Karatsu Castle Ticket
Attraction passes • Karatsu

Saga: Karatsu Castle Ticket

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2.7 / 5
(43) • 1K+ booked
€ 2.80
Kyushu Fukuoka & Saga Autumn Leaves One-Day Tour | Dazaifu Optional Kimono & Kyu-An & Night Maple
Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu Fukuoka & Saga Autumn Leaves One-Day Tour | Dazaifu Optional Kimono & Kyu-An & Night Maple

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.5 / 5
(2)
€ 39.25
Save € 16.80

Hotels in Karatsu

Hotel Karae - Hostel
Hotels • Karatsu

Hotel Karae - Hostel

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4.5 / 5
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€ 53.62
Kahan no Yado Karatsu Castle
Hotels • Karatsu

Kahan no Yado Karatsu Castle

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4.6 / 5
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€ 60.77
ONCRI-KARATSU
Hotels • Karatsu

ONCRI-KARATSU

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4.5 / 5
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€ 107.18
Mercure Saga Karatsu Resort
Hotels • Karatsu

Mercure Saga Karatsu Resort

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4.2 / 5
(381)
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€ 58.54
HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU
Hotels • Karatsu

HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU

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3.0 / 5
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€ 84.21
Karatsu Seaside Hotel
Hotels • Karatsu

Karatsu Seaside Hotel

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4.7 / 5
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€ 420.29
Grand Base Karatsuekiminami
Hotels • Karatsu

Grand Base Karatsuekiminami

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4.4 / 5
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€ 52.89
Mizuno Ryokan
Hotels • Karatsu

Mizuno Ryokan

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4.7 / 5
(31)
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€ 235.52
HOTEL R9 The Yard Karatsu
Hotels • Karatsu

HOTEL R9 The Yard Karatsu

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4.4 / 5
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€ 54.4
Ryokan Wataya
Hotels • Karatsu

Ryokan Wataya

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4.7 / 5
(21)
€ 245.12
Karatsu Seaside Hotel
Hotels • Karatsu

Karatsu Seaside Hotel

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€ 257.38
€ 259.98
OnoueRyokan
Hotels • Karatsu

OnoueRyokan

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€ 74.04

Reviews of Karatsu activities

陳 **
2026-06-18 08:51:15
Fantastic 5.0
Our itinerary for this trip was: starting from Tenjin city center ➡️ Itoshima Hana Shio Pudding ➡️ Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) at Futamigaura ➡️ Tsukamoto Fish Market ➡️ Miyajidake Shrine ➡️ Munakata Shrine. The driver was very thoughtful! His service attitude was incredibly friendly! He even recommended a delicious seafood restaurant, which my family also thoroughly enjoyed 👍🏽 The car was clean and tidy, and the entire journey went smoothly and perfectly 💯
MEI *********
2026-07-12 15:43:50
Fantastic 5.0
We joined the Saga day tour today, and it rained heavily in the morning, but thankfully it stopped by the afternoon when we reached the attractions, allowing us to take photos smoothly. Our tour guide was excellent, providing detailed explanations at each stop and even helping us take pictures. We are very grateful to her and look forward to joining another one-day tour with your company in the future.
Annabelle *********
2026-06-03 07:18:42
Fantastic 5.0
Upon booking Mr Vincent of Klook was very attentive on arranging our preferred places to go. everything is on point even the day before our tour he made sure everything is properly coordinated with our guide Mr.Jaerek. Also Mr Jaerek is our guide for 2 days as we visit Saga and Fukuoka. very efficient and easy to communicate with, he drives carefully and we had a smooth ride, we enjoyed our travel so the two of them deserve a five star rating⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐...kudos for the great job!

Karatsu at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Karatsu?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+200%
+100%
Typical
-100%
-46% Quietest
Jan
-27%
Feb
-9%
Mar
-30%
Apr
-24%
May
-17%
Jun
+28%
Jul
Busiest +159%
Aug
+49%
Sep
-17%
Oct
+46%
Nov
-6%
Dec

Demand peaks in August (about +159% vs a typical month) while January is quietest (roughly 46% below). Travellers from the United States should book early for August; January offers easier availability and fewer crowds. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Karatsu cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$80
$60
$40
$20
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Avg $13 Cheapest $3 Priciest $65
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

July is the cheapest month (around USD 3), roughly 95% below November’s typical high (around USD 65); prices in July also align with the quieter season, so expect lower-cost options then. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

10 daysLast-minute
14 daysTypical
15 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 14 days ahead; with a fallback that treats all travellers the same, this implies moderate planning lead time — allow extra time if visiting in August peak. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Karatsu

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 178.42JPY

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Karatsu

Quick snapshot of Karatsu and what draws visitors

Karatsu’s bookings on Klook are driven mostly by attraction passes and a smaller share of tours, and demand swings through the year with a strong summer peak. Expect the city’s calendar to feel busiest in late summer and quieter in winter and early spring.

When to visit — crowds, seasons and price patterns

Klook data shows demand peaks in August and hits a low in January; other busy months include September and November, while February and April are notably quieter. Prices are unusually stable at a low level for most of the year, but typically spike in November; July and August remain relatively inexpensive despite high summer demand. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for the quieter months like January through April or February and April; if you want the peak-season atmosphere and the liveliest events, plan for August and September. Overall, price and demand mostly diverge here — summer sees high demand without a major price rise, while November is pricier even though it isn’t the absolute busiest month.

Tips for travellers from the United States

Most visitors booking activities here typically confirm plans about two weeks in advance, with some last-minute bookings possible within around ten days. If you’re traveling for a short, flexible trip, you can book many attraction passes close to your dates; if you’re going in the summer peak or November, consider locking key activities earlier to secure spots. Use Klook to compare passes and tours and reserve the experiences you care about ahead of time.

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