All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I participated with a bit of anxiety because it was cloudy, but I was moved by the starry sky I had never seen before!! When the guide desperately searched for and found a coconut crab, I was at my maximum excitement! I was really happy because I was about to give up! Listening to the guide's fun stories, I was able to feel excited and thrilled like I haven't in a long time, and it was truly enjoyable. Thank you! I think I'll also try to visit the recommended shops.

曇っていたので少し不安ながら参加しましたが、見た事のない星空に感動！！
さらにヤシガニを必死に探してガイドさんが見つけてくれた時にはテンションMAX！諦めかけていたのでめちゃくちゃ嬉しかった！ガイドさんの楽しいお話を聞きながら久しぶりに年甲斐もなくワクワクドキドキできて本当に楽しかったです。ありがとうございました！おすすめのお店にも行ってみようと思いまーす

I went on a day trip bus tour to Asahiyama Zoo. I was worried about whether I could see everything in the three hours we had, but I was able to see most of the animals I wanted to. Asahiyama Zoo is designed using the slopes of the area, and bus groups enter through the East Gate at the top of the hill. I researched efficient ways to explore online beforehand, and it was recommended to go counterclockwise regardless of which gate you enter, so I followed that advice. However, I was disappointed that I couldn't see the penguin walk, which starts around late December. I think it's important to have sufficient winter clothing if you visit in winter.

旭山動物園日帰りバスツアーに行きました。滞在時間が３時間なので回れるのだろうか？と心配でしたが見たかった動物たちは大体見ることができました。また旭山動物園は坂を利用して作られた動物園で、バス団体客は坂の上の東門から入場することになります。事前にネットで効率の良い回り方調べ、どの門
から入場しても反時計回りが良いとのことでしたので、その通り回りました。ただ、ペンギンの散歩は12月下旬位からとのことで、今回は見ることができず残念でした。冬に行く場合は十分な防寒対策必要だと思います。

I visited at the beginning of December, just after the autumn leaves and before the snowy scenery, on a day that changed from a little rain to some snow. There were still a few autumn leaves left, and although I prepared for it to be very cold, it wasn't too bad since there was no wind, making it a comfortable rainy day.

It takes just 75 minutes from Kanazawa, so it's not far and just right. The best part is that you can visit the viewpoint overlooking Shirakawa-go, which is not accessible to the general public, and the bus takes you right into the town. If you went by private car, you would have to walk a lot, so this was incredibly convenient!

With meals included, you can enjoy the local specialty, Hōba miso, and Hida beef, and there is plenty of time for sightseeing. If I had to give it a score of 100, the only downside would be the experience of making Shirauo senbei in Toyama Prefecture at the end. Just two thin crackers per person... After getting off the bus, they were cooked immediately, and I finished eating them right away. It was so quick that I thought it was a continuation of my dream since I had been sleeping on the bus (laughs). The experience itself was good, so even if there were about ten crackers, there would be enough time. Overall, I give it a score of 98. I hope to join the night illumination tour next time!

紅葉後〜雪景色前の１２月始めの少し
雨や少し雪に変わる日に訪れましたが
紅葉も少し残っており、さぞや寒いと準備して
行ったら風が吹いてないからかそこまででなく
居心地よい雨の日でした。

金沢から75分で着くので、
遠くなくてちょうど良く。
一番いいのは、一般では入れない白川郷が
見渡せる展望台と町の中まで
バスで連れていってくれること、
これは自家用車で行ったら散々歩くので
異常なほど楽でした！

食事付きで名産のほうば味噌と飛騨牛も
食べれますし、観光時間も十分なほど。
強いて100点でないとしたら最後富山県で
寄った白海老せんべえ焼き体験。１人薄焼２枚って…
バス降りて、すぐ焼けて、すぐ食べ終わって
一瞬すぎて、バスで寝てたので
夢の延長かと思いました(笑)
体験内容は良いので、１０枚くらいあっても
時間は十分にあるかと。
でも総評９８点です。次回は夜のライトアップツアー
行けたらいいなあと思いました

I think it would be great to wrap up at Mount Ontake early and also see Chinen Cape. The roadside station's sata andagi is available early in the morning, so you can enjoy it fresh. I think it might be tough for wheelchair users at Mount Ontake! The observation area at Chinen Cape has a bit of a steep slope, so an electric rental bicycle would be a good option. It was 300 yen for an hour. Unfortunately, I couldn't enter the stone area inside Mount Ontake due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This was my third time on this bus tour, and it was really nice that there were no disappointing bus guides!

御嶽を早めに切り上げて、知念岬も見るととても良いと思います。道の駅のサアータアンダギーも朝早いので出来立てが食べられます。御嶽は車椅子はきついと思う!知念岬の展望広場は少し坂がきついので電動レンタサイクルも良いと思います。一時間300円だったです～まだ御嶽のなかの石の中はコロナ禍の影響で入ることは出来ませんでした今回のバスツアーは３回目でしたが本当にハズレのバスガイドさんはいなかったのはとても良かったです!

I had a really great time today.
The weather was nice, and it was perfect.
I was so happy to encounter many fish and two sea turtles at the coral reef spot.
I was able to create wonderful memories.
I'm so happy to swim in such a beautiful sea.
The instructor was kind and funny, which was great. I'm grateful for all the photos he took. ✨
The sea in Miyako Island is like Japan's Hawaii.
I would love to come back again! ✌️
Next time, I want to try the Pumpkin Hall experience!

今日は本当に楽しかったです
天気も良くて、最高でした
珊瑚礁のスポットで、たくさんの魚たちと、ウミガメ2匹と出会えて、嬉しかった〜
楽しい思い出がつくれました
こんなに綺麗な海で泳げて幸せ
インストラクターのお兄さんも、親切で面白くて良かったです。たくさん写真を撮ってくれて感謝✨
宮古島の海は日本のハワイですね
また、来た時はお願いしたいです✌️
今度は、パンプキンホールの体験をしたいと思います！

"Are you going to both Jomon and Shiratani?!" I was warned in advance by both the staff at the inn and the lady at the tourist association (laughs). I was quite nervous about how challenging it would be, but... I had an amazing time!! I believe a big part of that was thanks to our guide, and also the wonderful group of people I was with. To be honest, I didn't have high expectations for a guided mountain trip (I was just hoping to enjoy climbing with my friends), but I would highly recommend this experience to everyone considering it. The knowledge about the land, unique ways to take photos, and engaging games that kept us entertained and distracted from fatigue were fantastic. Ending with a "That was so much fun!!" was all thanks to our guide. Thank you so much!

<Bonus> Advice for future participants: Having knowledge about Studio Ghibli, especially "Princess Mononoke," will definitely enhance your experience! (I personally was quite unfamiliar with it, so I regretted not knowing more... If only I had prepared in advance...!)

「縄文と白谷どちらも行くの？！」と宿の方にも観光協会のお姉さんにも事前に脅されていました(笑) そんなにも大変なのか、とビクビクしながら当日を迎えましたが、、、本当に楽しかったです！！これはガイドさんのお力が半分以上、あとはメンバーに恵まれたのも大きかったと思います。正直なところ、ガイド付き山行はあんまり期待していなかった（一緒に参加した友達と楽しく登れたらな〜ぐらいに考えていた）のですが、今回に関しては行く人皆さまにおすすめしたいです。土地にまつわる知識、ユニークな写真の撮り方、山行を飽きさせない、疲れを感じさせないトークゲーム。最後に「楽しかったー!!」で終われたのは、ガイドさんのおかげです。ありがとうございました！
〈おまけ〉今後参加される方へのアドバイス：もののけ姫をはじめ、ジブリの知識があると十二分に楽しめるかと思います！（私自身だいぶ疎かったので、もっと分かっていたら…！予習しておけば…！と後悔しました）

Before participating in the tour, it was noted that the duration would be 1.5 hours, so I imagined we would be walking quite a bit through the jungle. However, in reality, it was just a short round trip between the park entrance and Taco Park. Nevertheless, I was able to see an unexpectedly large number of creatures along the way, and the guide provided plenty of explanations. Before I knew it, a considerable amount of time had passed, and I really enjoyed it. There was another person with us, but it was unclear whether they were a customer or an apprentice of the guide. I thought it would create a greater sense of unity if there was a brief time for everyone to greet each other at the beginning of the tour. If I were to give one piece of advice to future participants, it would be, "The meeting place is more difficult to find than expected, and it is also much darker than you might think."

ツアーに参加する前は所要時間1.5時間と記載されていた為相当ジャングルの中を歩き回るのかなと想像していましたが、実際は公園の入口とタコ公園の間の短い距離の往復だけでした。しかしながら途中想像以上の数の生き物を見る事が出来、ガイドさんの説明も沢山あり、気付いたらかなり時間が経っていたという感じで楽しめました。ツアーにはもうお一人お客さんなのかガイドさんの見習いなのか不明な方がいらっしゃったので、ツアーの始まりにみんなで簡単な挨拶する時間があると更にツアーの一体感が生まれるかなと思いました。今後参加される方に一つアドバイスをするなら、「集合場所は想像以上にわかりにくいのと、想像以上に真っ暗です。」とお伝えしておきたいです。

I participated at the beginning of December! I originally planned to do SUP in the mangroves of Iriomote Island and snorkeling at Balas Island, but I had to give up because the waves were rough and there were many ferry cancellations during that time. After researching, I found out that I could also do SUP in the mangroves of Ishigaki Island, so I made a request. I was also interested in the Blue Cave, so when I looked for a tour that included snorkeling at the Blue Cave, I ended up at this shop. However, in December, the Blue Cave snorkeling point was dangerous due to rough waves, so we snorkeled at a different point in the southern part of Ishigaki Island. I had the impression that a full-day tour would have a fixed lunch location and not much freedom, but here we disbanded once at lunchtime and could eat wherever we liked, which was great. I was happy that they took about 200 photos and even videos. They suggested photo-worthy poses, and it became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

１２月のはじめに参加いたしました！
本当は西表島のマングローブでSUPプラスバラス島でシュノーケルを予定していたのですが波が荒く、フェリーの欠航が多い時期だったため断念しました。
調べたところ石垣島にもマングローブでSUPが出来ることを知りお願いしました。
青の洞窟も気になっていたので青の洞窟シュノーケルとセットになっているツアーを探したところこちらのショップさんに辿り着きました。
ですが１２月は青の洞窟のポイントは、波が荒くて危険なため石垣島南部の別のポイントでシュノーケルをしました。
丸１日ツアーでは、昼食場所が決まっていたり自由が無いイメージでしたがこちらは昼時に一度解散し好きな所で食事出来たり自由で良かったです。
写真200枚ほど＋動画まで撮っていただいて嬉しかったです。写真映えするポーズを提案して頂けたりとても良い思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

I participated mainly to see the starry sky. The Milky Way was beautifully visible in the sky full of stars! Additionally, I encountered many creatures such as coconut crabs, fireflies, owls, and more. The guide shared many recommended spots and shops, and I had a great time and was very satisfied!

星空メインで参加。
満天の星空で天の川もキレイに見えました！
さらにヤシガニや蛍、フクロウ、バブ等たくさんの生き物とも遭遇。
ガイドさんにオススメスポットやお店等たくさん教えていただき、とても楽しく過ごすことができ大満足でした！！

This was my first time exploring the remote islands. I wanted to ride a water buffalo cart, see mangroves, and enjoy the beautiful sea... and this tour was full of highlights that fulfilled those hopes! Riding the water buffalo cart was my main goal, and I rode it three times during the tour. I was surprised to find that the ride comfort and speed varied greatly depending on the personality of the water buffalo.

During the journey, the guide shared interesting facts about the island, and I felt a connection to the way of life of the islanders, who cherish their nature and culture. Since only Yubu Island had free time, it might feel a bit lacking for those who want to explore freely, but I think this tour is perfect for anyone looking to efficiently explore the remote islands.

今回が初めての離島巡り。水牛車も乗りたいし、マングローブや綺麗な海も見てみたい…そんな希望を叶えてくれる見どころ満載なツアーでした！
水牛車に乗ることが一番の目的で、このツアーでは3回水牛車に乗りましたが、水牛の性格によって乗り心地やスピードが全然違うことには驚きました。
移動中にはガイドさんが島の豆知識を教えてくださり、自然や文化を大切にされている島の方々の暮らしぶりを感じることができたような気がします。
フリータイムがあるのが由布島のみだったため、自由に散策するには少し物足りなく感じるかもしれませんが、効率的に離島巡りをしたい方にはぴったりのツアーだと思います。

We took a trip to Yakushima during the four-day holiday in late November. Normally, we rarely use tours when traveling, but this time we participated in this tour and were very satisfied.

On the first day, during the Jomon Sugi tour, the guide (I’m sorry, I forgot their name) mentioned, "This is the highest number of participants in the last two years during the pandemic, it feels like a festival." There were so many people that a special bus was arranged. The guides seemed excited about the large number of tour participants, which made us feel excited too. We started walking on the trolley road before dawn, just walking and walking, and when we wondered how much longer it would continue, we finally arrived at the entrance to the climbing trail. Of course, we saw Wilson's stump, and at various points, we took breaks and had photo opportunities before meeting Jomon Sugi. On the way back, the guide took the last position in the line, and participants took turns leading the way. The guide's pacing and attentiveness were excellent, and despite walking for about 10 hours, we didn't feel too fatigued; it was a very enjoyable trek. We were able to touch many cedars, including Jomon Sugi, and fully enjoy the great outdoors.

On the second day, the Shiratani Unsuikyo tour was affected by rain that had continued since the night before, so we were prepared to change to a tour of Yakushima Island if the weather was bad. We were fully equipped with raincoats. The guide, Mr. Arima, carefully checked the rain conditions and made the judgment that we could manage to go to Taiko Rock. In the morning, it was raining heavily to the point where we thought, "If it keeps raining like this, we might have to cancel." If we had gone individually instead of joining the tour, we would have definitely spent the day in the hotel. From start to finish, the guide provided us with plenty of enjoyable topics, and we participated without feeling any annoyance from the rain.

We are very grateful for the wealth of experience and knowledge of both guides, which allowed us to feel secure and, most importantly, enjoy ourselves. I was particularly impressed by the first day's guide saying, "It rains 35 days a month in Yakushima," as a description of the island.

I hope that many people can return to visit Yakushima. And we want to go to Yakushima AGAIN! Thank you for the wonderful memories.

11月後半４連休をとっての屋久島旅行でした。
普段の旅行では滅多にツアーを利用しない私たちなのですが、今回はこちらのツアーに参加して大変満足しております。

1日目の縄文杉ツアーの日はガイドさん（すみません、お名前忘れてしまいました）が、「コロナ禍のここ2年で最高の参加人数、まるでお祭りだね。」とおっしゃっていたように臨時バスが出るほどの大人数でした。ガイドさんの多くが久々のツアー客の多さに興奮しておられているようで、何だか私たちまでワクワクしたスタートでした。夜明け前からトロッコ道を歩き出し、ただひたすら歩き、そして歩き、また歩き、いつまで続くのやらと思っていた頃にようやく登山道入り口に到着でした。ウィルソン株はもちろんですが、要所要所で休憩を兼ねて撮影タイムを取りながらの、縄文杉にご対面でした。帰路はガイドさんが列の最後尾に付かれ、参加者が交代で先頭を歩きました。ガイドさんのペース配分や気配りが素晴らしく、１０時間ほど歩いた割にはあまり疲労感はなくとても楽しいトレッキングでした。縄文杉始め、数多くの杉に触れ、大自然を満喫することができました。

2日目の白谷雲水峡ツアーは前夜から続いている雨のため、途中まで行って天候が悪ければ屋久島の島内観光に変更しましょうという状況でした。レインコートフル装備で臨みました。ガイドの有馬さんが、細かく雨の状況をチェックしてくださり、これなら行けるかもという判断で何とか太鼓岩まで行くことができました。朝の時点で、「こんなに降っていたらキャンセルかもね。」というくらいの大雨だったので、ツアーに参加せずに個人で行っていたら間違いなく一日ホテルで過ごしていることになっていたと思います。最初から最後まで楽しい話題満載で案内していただき、私たちも雨の中の煩わしさなど全く感じることなく楽しく参加させていただきました。

お二人のガイドさんの経験・知識がとても豊富でしたので、安心してそして何より楽しませていただけたことにとても感謝しています。
初日のガイドさんの「屋久島ではひと月のうち35日は雨が降ります」と屋久島を表現されていたことが印象的でした。

多くの方が屋久島を訪れる状況に戻れるように願います。
そして私たちも屋久島AGAIN!です。
最高の思い出をありがとうございました。

It's been almost since my middle school field trip to Hōryū-ji, so I could say it's almost my first time visiting. It seemed to be less crowded due to the timing, and I was able to enjoy it to my heart's content. Additionally, the bus guide's knowledge was outstanding, and they provided a thorough and attentive tour. Their slow and careful storytelling, along with light jokes and thoughtful consideration, was very much appreciated. I participated for half a day this time, but the experience was so wonderful that it made me want to join a full-day tour next time.

法隆寺は中学校の修学旅行以来なのでほぼ初めてと言ってもいいかもしれません。
時期的に空いていたようで心ゆくまで楽しむことができました。
また、バスガイドの方の知識が素晴らしく、つきっきりでガイドしてくださいました。ゆっくり丁寧で軽いジョークも加えたお話、きめ細かい心配りもとても嬉しかった。今回は半日での参加でしたが次は一日のツアーに参加したいと思わせる素晴らしい内容でした。

The weather was bad in the morning, but I managed to enjoy sightseeing without encountering rain. I had a great time with the guide's humor-filled explanations.

The water buffalo cart ride to Yufu Island was disappointing due to low tide, as I wanted to cross through the water. On Taketomi Island, it was unfortunate that we couldn't do the glass-bottom boat tour because of the bad weather. The bus tour felt a bit lacking.

The white sandy path lined with bougainvillea was impressive.

朝は天気が悪かったのですが、何とか雨にも遇わず観光できました。ガイドさんのユーモアあふれる解説を満喫しながらの楽しい観光が出来ました。
由布島への水牛車による渡りは引き潮で水がなく残念、水の中を渡ってみたかった。
武富島では天候が悪くグラスボート観光が出来なかったのが残念。バス観光はチョット物足りないかな。
ブーゲンビレアの咲く白い砂の道が印象的。

This was my second time in Okinawa, and I participated with my daughter.

We gathered at the square in front of the prefectural office in the morning. The guide was standing there to welcome us, which was reassuring and easy to understand.

After picking up a few hotels, we headed to Manza Beach. There was a bit of wind, but the view was very pleasant.

Next, we visited Nago Pineapple Park. Since it was a bus tour, I felt safe enjoying the pineapple wine tasting. I ended up buying some, which made the return trip heavy, but I was satisfied.

We passed over the Warumi Bridge and headed to Kouri Island. From the coast, we could enjoy photogenic scenery. We had light sandwiches here, which were delivered fresh by the vendor and were very delicious.

Then we went to the main attraction, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. Although there was only one whale shark instead of two, it swam majestically alongside a large manta ray.

Finally, we enjoyed dessert at the Okinawa Sweets Castle. By this time, I was full and had thoroughly enjoyed Okinawa.

We were dropped off at the last location, and then we parted ways.

There were some effects from the pumice stone here and there, but overall it wasn't a problem for sightseeing. Those doing marine sports should be careful.

I would like to participate in this tour again in a few years.

今回は2回目の沖縄。娘と二人で参加でした。
朝は県庁前の広場に集合。ガイドさんが立って、お出迎えわかりやすくて安心しました。
何件かのホテルピックアップを経由し、万座毛へ。少し風がありましたがとても気持ちの良い見晴らしでした。
続いてナゴパイナップルパーク。バスツアーということもあり、安心してパイナップルワインの試飲を堪能。思わず買ってしまって帰り重たかったですが満足です。
ワルミ大橋を通過し、古宇利島へ。海岸からはフォトジェニックな風景が堪能できます。ここで軽食のサンドイッチ。業者さんがここまで届けてくれて作り立てだったのかとてもおいしかったです。
そしてメインの美ら海水族館へ。二匹のジンベイザメは一匹になっていましたが、大きなマンタとともに雄大な泳ぎを見せてくれました。
最後にお菓子御殿でデザートを堪能。このころには沖縄堪能で満腹です。
最後に乗った場所に送ってもらって解散でした。

ところどころ軽石の影響もありましたが、おおむね観光には問題ない程度でした。マリンスポーツの人は気を付けた方がよさそうです。

何年か後にまた参加してみたいツアーでした。

I participated with my one-year-old child. First of all, the staff at the reception were very kind and provided clear explanations. As a result, even though there was no tour guide, we were able to navigate without any issues. The tickets were in a booklet format, so we just had to hand them over at each destination, which made it stress-free.

I initially thought twice about riding the water buffalo cart, but there was a different kind of enjoyment in the water buffalo cart that walked powerfully through the water compared to the one that walked leisurely on land. I'm glad I chose this course. I felt like I was able to escape from my usual hectic life, and the water buffalo cart experience became the highlight of my trip to Ishigaki.

The guide for the mangrove cruise was knowledgeable about the plants and animals, and it was interesting to hear detailed explanations about the birds we encountered along the way. Although the schedule was tight due to the travel, there were longer breaks and free time about every three hours, so I had no trouble with diaper changes. During the water buffalo cart ride, they played the shamisen and sang, but since my child was sleeping, they sang a local lullaby instead. It was very soothing, and I felt happy, wishing I could fall asleep too. Additionally, at lunchtime, they had prepared children's utensils at our seats in advance. I was very pleased with everyone's kind assistance.

I considered exploring on my own, but I don't think I would have had such a fulfilling day without the tour. We were able to visit all the must-see spots efficiently, so I recommend this for anyone visiting the islands for the first time.

Regarding COVID-19 measures, there was hand sanitizer available at each location, and everyone was using it frequently. The bus and boats between the islands were a bit crowded, but they were well-ventilated, so I felt relatively safe.

一歳児の子供連れで参加させていただきました。
まず受付の方がとても親切でわかりやすい説明をしてくださいました。そのため添乗員さんはいませんでしたが問題なく回ることができました。チケットも一枚綴りになっているので行く先行く先で渡すだけでよくノンストレスでした。
水牛車に二回も乗ってもなあと申し込みの時は思っていましたが、水の中を力強く歩く水牛車と陸をゆったり歩く水牛車ではまた違った面白さがありこのコースにして良かったなと思いました。普段のせかせかした生活から離れた時間を過ごしていることを実感でき、水牛車体験が今回の石垣旅行で1番の思い出になりました。
マングローブクルーズのガイドさんも植物や動物に詳しくその先々で出会った鳥の詳しい説明をして下さり面白かったです。
移動移動のためタイトスケジュールではありますが、3時間に一度ほど長めの休憩や自由時間がありためオムツ替えにも困ることがありませんでした。水牛車で三味線で弾き語りをして下さいましたが子供が寝ているタイミングだったので現地の子守唄を歌って下さいました。とても癒されて私もこのまま眠りたいなあと幸せな気分になりました。また、昼ごはん時には子供の食器も予め席に用意して下さっていました。皆さんの優しいご対応とても嬉しかったです。
自力でまわる方法も考えましたが自力ではここまで充実した1日にはならなかったと思います。無駄なく定番スポットを巡ることができたので初めて離島巡りをする方にとってもおすすめです。
コロナ対策については、行く先々で消毒アルコールが置いてあり皆さんこまめにしています。バスや離島間の船は少々密になりますが、換気はされており比較的安心して過ごせたかなと思います。

I traveled to Hokkaido with three friends, and since we wanted to connect with nature, we decided to join this tour. Due to COVID-19, we sat one person per two seats on the bus. It was a large tour bus, but with only 18 participants, it felt a bit unfortunate.

Despite those concerns, our guide was a beautiful Chinese woman who has lived in Japan for over 30 years. She was very energetic and cheerful, speaking Chinese, Japanese, English, and studying Korean.

You won't find a better deal than this for such a comprehensive tour. There were plenty of restroom breaks, so we could enjoy the trip without worry. The guide provided accurate information, allowing us to make the most of our time at each location.

We were blessed with good weather, and my friends were also happy. Although it was a full day of sightseeing, we didn't feel tired and were able to enjoy nature. I would like to apply for another tour through Veltra again.

Thank you very much!

友人3人と北海道へ旅行へ行くことになり自然と触れ合いたいと言う事でこちらのツアーに参加させていただきました。
バスはコロナ禍ということもあり二席で一人座りました。大型観光バスでしたが18人の参加で気の毒でした。

そんな心配をよそにガイドさんは中国人で日本在住３０年以上中国語、日本語、英語、韓国語（勉強中）の美人でとても元気で明るいガイドさんでした。

これだけ回ってこの良心的なお値段はないですね
トイレ休憩もたくさんあり心配せずに回れました。ガイドさんの情報が的確で現地に着いても時間に無駄なく回ることができました。

天気にも恵まれ一緒に行った友人たちも喜んでくれました
1日観光でしたが疲れもなく楽しく自然と触れ合うことができました
またベルトラさんからツアー参加を申し込みしたいと思います

ありがとうございました

The weather was wonderfully clear and autumn-like, and although the morning breeze was a bit chilly, it made for a pleasant sightseeing experience! Last year, due to the pandemic, there were fewer people, and we toured using a regular bus, but this year there were quite a few more people, so we could ride the SKY Bus without worrying about infection. We got off at our destination, wandered around, and were able to catch the next bus, which was great for visiting various sightseeing spots! However, due to traffic congestion, there was a delay of over 30 minutes, making our wait at the bus stop quite long. Also, I wish the SKY Bus pamphlet had included a map, and it would have been nice if the audio guide had been a bit more comprehensive.

とてもいい秋晴れのお天気で、朝の風は少し冷たいけど気持ちのいい観光になりました！去年はコロナ禍で人も少なく、普通の路線バスで観光しましたが、今年はだいぶ人が増えていたので、SKYバスは感染の心配をすることがなく乗ることが出来ました。自分達の目的地で降りてウロウロして、また次の時間に乗ることができ、色んな観光名所を回るのにとても良かったです！ただ、道路が込み合っているせいで30分以上の遅れがありバス停で待つ時間が長かったです。あと、SKYバスのパンフレットに地図が乗っていなかったのと、イヤホン案内がもう少し充実していたらいいなと思いました。

When planning my trip, I considered using public transportation from a hotel near JR Nara Station to head towards Ikaruga, but thinking about efficiency, I changed my mind and decided to use a bus tour this time. Generally, I prefer to travel alone and don’t usually use tours, but it was convenient and nice, and I enjoyed it!

The guide was truly wonderful, providing detailed explanations at each stop and keeping the guests entertained with light-hearted stories during the journey. Having such an excellent guide was a unique advantage of the tour.

Although the bus tour covered this route in just one day, which felt quite rushed, I didn’t feel overwhelmed because they made sure to hit all the highlights. The tea time at Jiko-in was a great break.

I would love to repeat this experience in another season.

旅行を計画した時、JR奈良駅近くのホテルから公共交通機関を利用して斑鳩方面に行こうと考えましたが、効率を考えるとバスツアーも悪くないと思い直し、今回の利用となりました。基本的に旅行は一人で行動したくてツアーを利用することは無いのですが、ラクで良いですね、味しめた^_^
ガイドさんがとても素晴らしく、訪問先での詳しい説明だけでなく移動中も軽妙なお話でお客さんを飽きさせません。優秀なガイドさんもツアーならではのメリットでした。
バスツアーでも一日でこのコースを巡るのはかなりの駆け足ですが、見どころをちゃんと押さえて回ってくれたので無理は感じませんでした。
慈光院でのお茶タイムが良い休息となりました。
別の季節にまたリピートしたいです。

The weather was cloudy, then sunny.
I knew that the winter in the Yaeyama Islands had strong winds, but it was really strong.
The staff informed us that it was strong today, so it seemed to be a particularly windy day.

The boat from Ishigaki Island to Taketomi was quite small, so it rocked a lot.

As soon as we arrived, we were guided to a glass-bottom boat, but since it was an even smaller vessel, the rocking was terrifying.

When the winds are strong, I think it would be helpful to announce the level of rocking on the boat, as it would allow more people to switch to different options. Especially when the waves are high, the journey on the glass-bottom boat right after disembarking becomes more challenging.

I enjoyed the city tour on the water buffalo cart, but the memory of the rough boat ride overshadowed it a bit, which was a little disappointing.

天気は曇りのち晴れ
八重山諸島の冬は風が強いとは知っていたが、
本当に強かった。
スタッフの方より
今日は強いですと案内あったため
普段より強い日だったと思われる。

石垣島から竹富までの船も
小型だったためかなり揺れた。

着いてすぐ
グラスボートに案内されたが
さらに小型船のため
揺れが恐怖で仕方なかった。

風が強いときは
船の揺れ具合もアナウンスしていただき
別のオプションに変えられると助かる人が増えると思う。特に波が高いときの、下船からすぐのグラスボードの行程はキツさが増す。

水牛車での街中散策は楽しめたが、
荒波の船の思い出の方が勝ってしまって
少し残念。となった。

This time, I signed up for the mangrove and Blue Cave tour, but I received a notification by noon the day before that due to a forecast of strong winds, we wouldn't be able to enter the Blue Cave. I was shocked that we couldn't go to the Blue Cave, but since I was contacted early the day before, I decided to participate only in the mangrove tour (of course, with a refund for that portion). On the day of the tour, the staff were friendly and kind, and their explanations were thorough, allowing me to fully enjoy the mangrove kayaking! Since it was during a holiday period, there were many participants, and the mangrove area was a bit crowded with customers, but the fun conversations and numerous photo opportunities made it enjoyable, and in the end, they sent me all the photos! It was quite wet, and if it had been SUP, there was a possibility of capsizing, so bringing my phone was difficult, but receiving the photos was a great help! I participated in the kayak this time, but I was very satisfied, so I am considering requesting SUP for the next time. Thank you very much!

今回はマングローブと青の洞窟ツアーを申込みさせていただきましたが、強風の予報が出て、青の洞窟には入れない為、マングローブのみで参加可能か、もしくはキャンセルか前日のお昼には連絡がありました。青の洞窟に行けないことはショックだったんですが、前日早めにご連絡いただけたこともあり、マングローブだけ参加を決めました(もちろんその分の返金あり)。当日はスタッフさんも気さくで親切で説明も丁寧で、マングローブ カヤックを存分に楽しむ事が出来ました！連休中だったので参加者も多く、マングローブもお客さんで渋滞気味でしたが、それに気を遣わせないくらいの楽しいトークやたくさんの写真撮影をしていただき、最後は写真も全て送っていただけました！結構濡れるし、SUPだった場合はひっくり返る可能性もある為、携帯の持参は難しかったのですが、写真プレゼントは助かりました！今回はカヤックでの参加でしたが、大変満足度が高かったので、次回はSUPでお願いしたいなと考えています。この度はありがとうございました！

I participated during my solo trip.

The local bus guide (I believe their name was Neromu...?) shared a wealth of stories, covering everything from historical topics to more recent local matters! I could really feel the love for Okinawa, and it was very informative and appreciated. Additionally, I got to hear my favorite Okinawan folk songs, and their voice was beautiful and easy to understand, making for a fun time on the bus.

At the Churaumi Aquarium, I became a lunch refugee (due to long lines and sold-out items), which was the only disappointing part.

However, I was truly satisfied with the tour, as they took us to various places for this price.

Thank you very much. I would love to participate again! ♡

ひとり旅の滞在中に参加しました。

地元のバスガイドさん(確かネロムさんと仰った…？)の様々なお話が、これまでの歴史や最近の身近な内容まで話題満載！
沖縄愛を感じられ、とてもタメになりましたし有り難かったです。
また、私の好きな沖縄民謡も聞けたり、とにかくお声もきれいでわかりやすく、バスの中でも楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました。

美ら海水族館ではランチ難民(行列や売り切れ)
になってしまい、そこだけが残念でしたが、

このお値段でいろんな所へ連れていってくださり、心から満足のできるツアーでした。

ありがとうございました。
また参加したいです♡

I participated in a tour in Okinawa for the first time with my 4-year-old son. Since it was a day tour, I was worried that my child might get bored on the bus, but it seemed we had a great time thanks to the excitement of visiting various places, the guide's announcements, and the wonderful views from the bus window.

Additionally, the thorough COVID-19 measures made me feel safe participating, which was a big plus.

The tour was very efficient in allowing us to enjoy Okinawa in just one day! We particularly enjoyed the Churaumi Aquarium, which my son wanted to visit, and Kouri Island, which I wanted to see.

On Kouri Island, we enjoyed delicious sandwiches while gazing at the beautiful sea. It was a simple service, but it made us very happy. The beauty of the ocean was truly soothing, and the stunning views helped us forget our busy daily lives. We had ample time at the Churaumi Aquarium, which allowed us to fully enjoy it. My son was extremely excited to see the whale sharks. I have taken him to many aquariums before, but he was particularly captivated by the Churaumi Aquarium. It was truly an amazing aquarium.

Since it was my first time in Okinawa, I’m really glad I decided to join the tour. Most importantly, my son looked like he was having a great time, which made for the best memories. I would love to participate in another tour when I come back to Okinawa. Thank you very much!

初めての沖縄旅行、4歳の息子と二人でツアーに参加しました。１日ツアーなので、子供がバスの中で飽きないか心配だったのですが、色々な場所に行ける楽しみと、ガイドさんのアナウンス、車窓からの素晴らしい眺めで、楽しく過ごせたようでした。
また、コロナ対策もしっかりしていただき、安心して参加できたのもよかったです。

ツアーの内容は、１日で効率よく沖縄を満喫できて、非常に良かったです！
息子の行きたかった美ら海水族館、私の行きたかった古宇利島は、特に楽しめました。

古宇利島では、美しい海を眺めながら、頂いたサンドウィッチを美味しくいただきました。何気ないサービスですが、非常に嬉しかったです。そして、海の美しさは心を癒してくれました。素晴らしい眺めで、忙しい毎日を忘れさせてくれました。
美ら海水族館は、たっぷりと時間を設けてあったので、大満喫できました。息子は、ジンベイザメに大興奮の様子でした。今まで、たくさんの水族館に息子を連れて行きましたが、美ら海水族館は群を抜いて見入っておりました。本当に素晴らしい水族館でした。

初めての沖縄だったので、思い切ってツアーに参加して本当によかったです。何より息子が本当に楽しそうにしていたので、最高の思い出になりました。また、沖縄に来たら、違うツアーにも参加したいと思いました。本当にありがとうございました。

In the morning, we gathered at Ishigaki Port and moved to Iriomote Island. The waves were quite high, and the boat was rocking, so I was glad I took motion sickness medicine. On the World Heritage site of Iriomote Island, we took a sightseeing boat to see the mangroves. It was a bit cold, so a light jacket is definitely necessary! We were lucky to see some rare herons as well. After that, we traveled to Yubu Island by water buffalo cart. It was a short course, but it included lunch, making it a very generous and worthwhile plan.

朝、石垣港に集合して、西表島に移動しました。
かなり波が高く船が揺れたので、酔い止めを飲んでおいてよかったです。
世界遺産の西表島では、遊覧船に乗ってマングローブを見ました。少し寒かったので、はおり物は絶対必要です！
珍しいサギなども見られてラッキーでした。
その後は、由布島まで水牛車で移動しました。
早まわりコースでしたが、ランチもついていて盛りだくさんでとてもお得なプランでした。

I participated because I wanted to see coconut crabs and fireflies. After searching around, I encountered a large coconut crab and also saw fireflies. I recommend this for anyone who wants to see the wildlife living in Miyako Island with their own eyes. Unfortunately, due to the weather, the starry sky wasn't that beautiful, but I want to try again the next time I go to Miyako Island. Thank you!

ヤシガニ、ホタルが見たくて参加しました。
探し回った結果、大きなヤシガニに出逢えました。
ホタルにも。
宮古島で生きている野生動物を自分の眼で確認したい方にはオススメです。
残念ながら、天候の関係で星空はそこまで綺麗ではなかったですが、
次に宮古島にいく時はリベンジしたいです。
ありがとうございました！

I participated in a two-night, three-day trip with my elderly parents on the second day. It was raining at the time of departure, but by the time we arrived, the weather had cleared up, and we were able to enjoy the mystical scenery of Sefa Utaki. As it was my first time sightseeing, the guide's thorough explanations and etiquette tips were very helpful. After that, at Okinawa World, we leisurely enjoyed the Gyokusendo Cave and Okinawan culture, making it a very fulfilling tour in a short amount of time. I was a bit worried about my parents' stamina, but we returned to Kencho-mae in the early afternoon, had lunch, and then rested at the hotel, allowing us to go sightseeing in the city again in the evening. During the trip, temperature checks and hand sanitizing were conducted before boarding the bus, ensuring thorough infection control measures. The little tips the guide shared while we were on the bus also helped with choosing souvenirs later on.☆

高齢の親との二泊三日の旅行で二日目に参加しました。出発時は雨が降っていましたが到着前には晴れて斎場御嶽は神秘的な光景を堪能できました。初めての観光でガイドさんの丁寧な説明や注意マナーも助かりました。その後のおきなわワールドでは玉泉洞や沖縄文化をのんびり楽しめ短時間で大変充実したツアーだと思います。親の体力が少々心配でしたが、お昼過ぎに県庁前へ戻り昼食後ホテルで休憩し、夕方からまた市内観光することができました。参加時には検温、バス乗車毎に手指消毒があり感染対策も徹底されておりました。ガイドさんが乗車中教えてくださったプチ情報もその後のお土産選びに役立ちました☆

I had the impression that Okinawa Island was small, but through this tour, I realized it is quite large and rich in nature. The 12-hour tour was packed with content. I was particularly impressed by the mangroves, Cape Hedo, the northernmost point of Okinawa, and the exploration of Daijōrinzan. Also, the lunch was very delicious. When you think of Okinawa, you often associate it with beaches, but I was reminded that it is also a place rich in mountainous nature.

　沖縄本島は狭いというイメージがありましたが、このツアーを通じてかなり大きく自然豊かな島だと実感しました。
　１２時間のツアーで内容が豊富でした。特にマングローブ・沖縄最北端の辺戸岬・大石林山の散策が印象に残りました。
　そして、昼食がとても美味しかったです。
　沖縄といえば、ビーチを連想しますが山々の自然も豊かな所だと再認識しました。

Due to the cancellation of the tour to Kudakajima because of bad weather, I quickly joined this tour instead. While viewing Kudakajima, where it is said that the gods descended, from the window of the car, we passed through the Niraikanai Bridge and headed to the sacred site of Sefa Utaki, recognized as the best place for prayer in the World Heritage site. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we couldn't enter the area behind the triangular rock, but it was more divine than I had imagined. Unlike shrines and temples, I felt a serene power that blended with nature, making it very comfortable and hard to leave. At Okinawa World, I was able to spend a leisurely time enjoying the beautiful limestone cave, traditional Okinawan houses, and banyan trees.

The guide took our temperatures before the tour started and provided hand sanitizer spray every time we boarded the bus. During the tour, we were required to wear masks, refrain from eating and drinking except for hydration, and limit unnecessary conversation, with guidance provided while facing forward, ensuring thorough infection control measures that made me feel safe.

One point to note is that the path inside Sefa Utaki consists of rugged limestone cobblestones and has some slopes, so please be careful and wear comfortable shoes. I truly had a heart-cleansing experience, and I want to express my gratitude for being able to participate in this tour.

悪天候によるフェリー欠航のためキャンセルとなった久高島へのツアーの代わりに急遽こちらへ参加。神様が降臨したとされる久高島を車窓から拝見しながらニライカナイ橋を通り世界遺産で最高の祈りの場とされる斎場御嶽へ。コロナ禍で残念ながら三角岩の奥へは入れなかったが想像以上に神々しく、神社仏閣とは違い自然と融合した粛々としたパワーを感じてとても心地よく離れ難かった。おきなわワールドでは東洋一の鍾乳洞や昔ながらの沖縄の家並みやガジュマルの木々が美しくゆっくりとした時間を過ごすことができた。
ガイドさんがツアー出発前に検温とバス乗車時には毎回手指の消毒スプレーをしてくれ、ツアー中のマスク着用、車内での水分補給以外の飲食禁止、必要以上の会話を控える等の案内、前方を向いてのガイディング等感染対策もしっかりとされており安心できた。
注意点としては斎場御嶽内はごつごつとした石灰岩の石畳となっており勾配もあるので歩きやすい靴で足元には十分気をつけて。
本当に心が洗われる体験で今回このツアーに参加出来たことを感謝したい。

The long and monotonous path was quite challenging, but thanks to our guide who carefully taught us how to walk without getting tired, I was able to walk faster and with less fatigue than usual. It was really helpful to learn about my walking habits. We were also blessed with good weather and got to see the autumn leaves, making it the best trekking experience.

長く単調な道が続くので、たいへんではありましたがガイドさんが、丁寧に疲れない歩き方を指導してくれたおかげで、いつもより疲れないで、しかも、早く歩くことができました。自分の歩き方の癖を知ることができて、本当に助かりました。お天気にも恵まれ、しかも紅葉も見ることができて、最高のトレッキングでした。

The schedule and time allocation at each location were perfect. I was satisfied that I could enjoy a packed day to the fullest. Although it was a tour without meals, there was a sandwich service along the way, which was a pleasant surprise. The guide's explanations were very thorough and easy to understand, and with a gentle tone, they shared various stories, making the bus ride comfortable. Since it was a weekday, there were only seven participants on a large bus, which allowed us to relax and truly enjoy the experience.

スケジュールも各所の時間配分も完璧でした。
たった１日で盛り沢山の内容を思う存分楽しむことが出来て満足しました。
食事無しのツアーでしたが途中サンドイッチのサービスがあり、嬉しいサプライズでした。
ガイドさんの説明もとても丁寧でわかりやすく、また穏やかな口調で色々なお話しを聞かせてくれて、バスの車内も快適に過ごせました。
今回は平日だった事もあり、大きなバスに僅か７名の参加者だったため、ゆったりと過ごせて本当に良かったです。

I was anxious because my flight to Yakushima Airport was delayed, but I felt relieved when someone was waiting for me at the exit. I participated in a half-day tour on the day of arrival and a half-day tour the next morning, which allowed me to circle the island. The weather was also great, making it the best experience.

屋久島空港着が飛行機延着で遅れ、不安でしたが出口前で待っていてくださり安心しました。到着日午後半日+翌日午前半日のツアー参加で島内1周出来、天候にも恵まれて　最高でした。