All Reviews for Bus Tours

I participated from outside the prefecture. Since I wasn't familiar with the geography, the transportation was a great help. I was surprised to see many foreign participants who boarded the bus wet without using an umbrella or left their wet umbrellas in the luggage compartment. The tour guide was very kind, and I was happy that they provided directions when I had to leave and use the train. The driver also drove safely. I would like to use this service again if the opportunity arises. Thank you very much.

県外からの参加でした。地理も分からなかったので移動が大変助かりました。参加者の中には外国人の方が多く、傘をささずに濡れたままバスに乗り込む方や濡れた傘を荷台にそのまま置かれる方もいらっしゃったので驚きました。添乗員の方がとても親切で、途中、離脱して電車を利用する時も道案内をして下さり嬉しかったです。運転手の方も安全運転でした。また機会がありました時には利用したいと思います。有難うございました。

The lunch bento was not delicious, which lowered the overall quality of the tour. I felt that there was nothing that exceeded my expectations. It was a tour that needed something more.

お昼のお弁当が美味しくなかったのがツアー全体の質を下げています。
あとはこんな感じかなと予想を上回る物はなかった様に感じます。　
もう一つ何かが欲しいツアーでした。

We had a lovely rainy day on a warm and dry bus. Nice spots to give a good view of Tokyo with a nice lunch. Comfy yellow bus with big windows.

The Shinjuku station pickup spot could be noted a little more clearly. Directions take you to the Hato bus office so we went very early and caught someone. It wasn’t clear that they would be there the whole time or locked up so just know there is a 1 and 2 bus stop just for Hato on the street directly across from the Starbucks that is outside from the office (not across the street, but just a straight walk out towards the street). The pole sign will call out their different packages and they will be there to ensure you’re on the right bus.

Since I came to Japan for sightseeing from Colombia, I definitely wanted to experience a World Heritage site, so I participated. There were many Asian tourists, and I was one of the few Japanese people there. Shirakawa-go is indeed very popular in the Asian region! My friend had only seen snow a few times, so they were amazed by the climate and scenery. Although most of the thatched roofs were nearly free of snow, it was snowing on the day of our visit, and it was quite cold. Some people were dressed in a way that looked cold, so I felt like I was shivering every time we passed by each other. There were also areas where the snow had melted and the ground was muddy, so I think it's better to wear waterproof and comfortable shoes.

The free time at both spots was two hours, which was just the right amount of time for sightseeing, eating, and shopping. Everyone kept to the schedule, and I think the event went smoothly. The staff were kind and provided explanations in Japanese, English, and Chinese, and they distributed pamphlets, which was very thoughtful.

コロンビアから日本に観光しに来てくれたので、ぜひ世界遺産をと思い、参加しました。アジア系の観光客が多く、日本人は私くらいでした。さすがアジア圏に大人気な白川郷ですね！！友人は雪を数えるほどしか見たことがなかったため気候、風景全てに感動していました。合掌造りの屋根はほぼ雪が溶けていましたが、当日は雪が降っておりかなり寒かったです。寒そうな格好をしている方もいたので、すれ違うたびにこちらが震えそうでした。雪が溶けて、土が沼っているところもあったので、防水であったり、動きやすい靴の方がいいと思います。
自由時間は両スポットとも2時間で観光+食べ歩き+買い物でちょうどいい時間でした。皆さん時間も守っており、スムーズに催行されたと思います。スタッフの方は優しく、日本語、英語、中国語で説明しており、パンフレットを配布したりなど親身で良かったです。

I visited the Saijo-Guin and the Gangala Valley, which I had been curious about for a while. Both places had a refreshing atmosphere that felt like a "sacred site." The guide's explanations were easy to understand and very informative.

以前から気になっていた斎場御獄とガンガラーの谷に行ってきました。
どちらも空気がリンとしていて「聖地」という感じがしました。
ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすく勉強になりました。

There’s no need to rush or dawdle; I felt the timing was just right! The fish at the aquarium were large and impressive (the baby fish were small and cute), and the ocean was more beautiful than I could have imagined. Also, the souvenirs had a wide variety, with many stylish items that made choosing quite a challenge! By the way, there were more foreigners participating in the tour than locals (perhaps that’s why the guide was also a foreigner).

焦ることもダラダラすることもない
ちょうど良い時間設定だと感じました！
水族館の魚たちは大きくて立派（子供の魚たちは小さくてかわいい）、海は想像を超える綺麗さでした
あとお土産もかなり品揃え豊富で、選ぶのが大変なくらいおしゃれな物が多かったです！
ちなみにツアーに参加してた方々は、外国人のほうが多かったです！（そのためかガイドさんも外国の方でした）

I was able to learn about Ishigaki Island. The guide's stories were interesting and enjoyable. The glass-bottom boat was a reasonable 1,000 yen, which was great. On the way back, I was dropped off at Ishigaki Airport, allowing me to make good use of my time.

石垣島の概要を知ることができました。ガイドさんの話も面白くて楽しかったです
グラスボートが1000円で楽しめて、良心的でした。
帰りは石垣空港で降ろしてもらえて、時間を有効に使えました

The course was great, and the timing was just right. The Korean male guide was very pleasant, and the combination with the driver was good, allowing us to spend the day comfortably. It was nice to have a relaxing time with the goats and water buffalo at Ryukyu Village. I was looking forward to Bant Cafe, but it was cloudy, windy, and cold, so I want to try again.

I have been using bus tours that allow you to visit various places in one day without renting a car every time I stay in Naha. I look forward to more enjoyable courses in the future!

コースも良く時間配分もちょうどよかったです。韓国人の男性ガイドさんがとても感じが良くてドライバーさんとのコンビも良く1日気持ちよく過ごせました。琉球村にヤギや水牛がいてコースの中でのほのぼのタイムでよかったです。楽しみにしていたバンタカフェは曇りで風が強く寒かったのでまたリベンジしたいと思いました。
レンタカーしなくても1日で色々回れるバスツアーは那覇滞在のたびに利用しています。今後も楽しいコースを期待しています！

I went on a sightseeing trip to the snowy Shirakawa-go for the first time. Since public transportation is inconvenient for one person, I signed up for a day trip bus tour from Nagoya. It was through Veltra, and it seemed to be a tour aimed at inbound customers, as I was the only Japanese person on the bus along with the driver (the rest were from China, Hong Kong, and South Korea). I felt a bit lonely before departure, but the tour guide (from China) was very considerate towards me, so I was able to enjoy the sightseeing with peace of mind. It was a lot of fun. Thank you very much, tour guide.

初めて雪の白川郷に観光に行きました。１人だと交通が不便なので名古屋からに日帰りバスツアーに申込みしました。
ベルトラ経由だったのですがインバウンドのお客様向けのツアーだったようで、バスの中の日本人は私と運転手さんだけだったので（残りは中国、香港、韓国の方）発車前は心細い思いをしましたが、添乗員さん（中国の方）が私にとても気を遣ってくださったので、安心して観光ができました。
とても楽しかったです。
添乗員さん、どうもありがとう。

It was great to see various sights on the bus tour. The explanations were provided in both English and Japanese, and there were some funny talks, which made it enjoyable. The food was good, and the dessert was the most delicious. I made wonderful memories of my trip to Kyoto.

バスツアーで、いろいろ観て回れたので
良かったです。
英語と日本語で説明してくれて、
笑えるトークもあり、楽しかったです。
お料理は、デザートが一番美味しかったです。
京都旅行の良い思い出ができました。

My wife and I came to Tokyo to run the marathon and had limited time available to sightsee. This tour hit so many items on our hit list and the conductors were so knowledgeable about the history of the places. The only downside is that we wish we had more time to explore some of the places like the temples and the imperial gardens, but I understand with all the places we needed to get in that just wasn't possible. The only thing I might change is the cruise part since there just wasn't much to see on the cruise and the tour guides couldn't really talk much during the trip because there were other passengers not from our group. I would have preferred to get additional time at either of the temples. However it was still enjoyable and if we return to Tokyo we would definitely consider doing this tour again.

I was able to visit the famous spots in Okinawa in just one day, and both my friend and I were very satisfied. Nago Pineapple Park was colorful and very beautiful. There were many places to take photos, and it was a lot of fun.

I was worried about the weather, but it turned out to be sunny, and we were able to see the beautiful ocean. The bus guide was also very kind, and we were well taken care of throughout the day.

沖縄の名所を1日でまわることができて、私も友人も大満足でした。ナゴパイナップルパークは色鮮やかでとても綺麗でした。写真を撮るところもたくさんあって楽しかったです。
天気も心配でしたが無事に晴れ、綺麗な海も見ることができました。バスガイドさんも親切な方で1日大変お世話になりました。

Since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island, I decided to join. It drizzled a bit at times, but it didn't interfere with the glass-bottom boat experience! The lunch was delicious, and the guide even sang for us, making it a full and enjoyable day. It's also great that they stop by the airport on the way back, making it convenient to join on the last day. There were participants from the cruise ship as well. It seems there were also users from the remote island terminal. It's reassuring that they check the schedules and make adjustments!

初の石垣島だったので参加しました。時々雨がぱらつきましたが、グラスボートには支障なく参加しました！
ランチも美味しかったし、ガイドさんは歌を歌ってくれましたし盛り沢山でした。帰りに空港に寄るので最終日に参加するにもいいです。クルーズ船からの参加者もいました。離島ターミナル利用者もいたみたいです。便を確認して調整してくれるのは安心ですね！

I planned a trip with the purpose of attending the Sapporo Snow Festival, but after receiving advice from my son’s wife, who has experience living in Hokkaido, I quickly booked a tour.

The scale was smaller compared to the Snow Festival, but it's hard to express in words, so please check the photos. The journey included encounters with deer and sights like Lake Shikotsu, making the trip to the venue full of highlights.

It seems you can also get there using public transportation, but considering the cold and the thought of waiting in line, it was a great success to follow the advice and go with the tour. The guide was very friendly and introduced us to various attractions, making for a truly enjoyable time.

札幌雪まつりを目的に旅行を計画しましたが、
北海道に在住した経験のある、長男の奥さん
からのアドバイスがあり、急遽、ツアーに
予約しました。
規模は、雪まつりに比べ小規模でしたが、
言葉では、表せないので、写真を確認下さい。
道中の鹿との遭遇や支笏湖など、会場までの
道のりも見どころ満載でした。
共通交通機関でも行けるようですが、寒いなか
行列に並んでの移動を考えると、アドバイス通り
ツアーにして大成功でした。
ガイドさんも、とてもアットホームなで色々
見どころなど紹介して頂け、大変楽しい時間
でした。

My first time in Ishigaki Island.
It was a solo trip, and it's a shame the weather was bad.
But it became a good memory. I want to come again.

初めての石垣島
しかもひとり旅　お天気が悪かったのは残念
でもいい思い出になりました。また来たいです。

The tour had many participants from Taiwan, and the main language of the guide was Mandarin. There were also announcements in Japanese, which sometimes had amusing phrasing, and it was fun to experience cultural differences, like not needing to arrive five minutes early for the meeting time. The Asahikawa Zoo in the snow had a unique appeal in winter, and I was moved by the beautiful scenery. Returning on time and choosing to get off in Susukino made it convenient to go out for dinner.

台湾の方が多数参加のツアーで、ガイドも北京語？がメインでした。
日本語の案内もあり、たまにちょっとおかしな言葉使いに笑えたり、集合時間は五分前じゃ無くて大丈夫とか、文化の違いも感じられて楽しかったです。
雪の旭川動物園は冬ならではの見応えもあり、美しい景色にも感動しました。
時間どおり帰り、すすきの下車を選択して、夕食に出かけるにも便利でした。

Although it was unfortunately rainy, I was able to enjoy sightseeing slowly while swaying in the water buffalo cart. I was moved by the guide's narration and songs, making it a valuable experience. I would like to experience it again on a sunny day next time.

生憎の雨でしたが、水牛車にゆられ、ゆっくり観光を楽しむことができました。船頭さんのガイドと歌に心打たれ、貴重な体験が出来ました。
次は晴れの日に再度体験したいです。

The guide was easy to understand and kind. I'm glad I was able to participate! If there’s another opportunity, I would appreciate it.

ガイドの方が、わかりやすく親切でした(⁠•⁠‿⁠•⁠)
参加できて良かったです！
また、機会がありましたら、宜しくお願いします。

We were able to hear explanations about the houses and plants while riding a water buffalo around half of the island, along with the tour guide's island songs. After that, we had free time to explore the island. I wish we had a bit more free time to relax.

水牛で島半分位を回りながら家屋や植物の説明など、添乗員の島唄も聞けました。そのあとは自由時間で島の観光ができました。もう少し自由時間があるとゆったりできたかな

Taketomi Island was amazing. I couldn't book the plan with a rental bicycle included because it was fully booked, but I was able to get one on-site, so I had a great time. It might be a good idea to increase the number of rental bicycle reservations available.

竹富島最高でした
レンタル自転車付きプランが満で予約出来なかったけど現地で調達出来たので楽しめました。
レンタル自転車の予約枠は増やした方がいいかも？

I was grateful for the tour guide who explained in both English and Japanese since my husband is American! It was very easy and convenient to visit a wide range of sightseeing spots by bus. The tofu lunch was also delicious. Since there is quite a bit of walking, comfortable shoes are a must. Even though it was the off-season, there were still a lot of tourists, and it was quite crowded, so choosing the bus tour was the right decision.

主人がアメリカ人なので、英語と日本語両方で説明して下さる添乗員の方が有り難かった！　広い範囲の観光名所をバスで周れるので、とにかく簡単で楽ちんでした。　お昼のお豆腐ランチも美味しかった。　結構歩くので歩きやすい靴は必須。　オフシーズンでしたが、それでも観光客がとても多くて、ゴチャゴチャしてますのでバスツアーにして正解でした。　

The mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island had a surface as clear as a mirror, reflecting the mangrove forest, and the tranquility was wonderful. From Iriomote, we leisurely traveled to Yubu Island on a water buffalo cart while listening to shamisen performances. The botanical garden was filled with large plants I had never seen before. Strolling through the unique village of Taketomi Island, I was moved by the sounds of the sanshin and Okinawan folk songs I heard on the water buffalo cart, creating an extraordinary experience. For lunch, everything was very delicious. The glass-bottom boat was a bit disappointing, but overall, I highly recommend it!

西表島のマングローブクルーズは水面が鏡のように澄んでいてマングローブ林が映り込み静寂とても良かった、西表から由布島のんびりと水牛車で三味線演奏聞きながら移動、見た事のない大きな植物が生い茂る植物園。竹富島の独特な集落散策など、水牛車で聴いた三線の音色と沖縄民謡に感動し非日常な体験しました。お昼ご飯は、どれもとても美味しくいただきました。グラスボートはイマイチでしたが、全体的にはお勧めです！！

It was great to efficiently visit the highlights while listening to the guide and driver’s explanations, and the transportation to the accommodation was very convenient! The Yakushima Land in the afternoon had heavy rain, but that added to the extraordinary experience. The air was also incredibly refreshing, and it was very soothing.

ガイド兼運転手さんの解説を聞きながら見どころを効率よく見学、宿までの送迎もありとっても良かったです！
午後からの屋久島ランドは土砂降りの雨でしたがそれはそれで非日常感が楽しかったです。空気も凄く良くて癒されました。

I signed up for a tour because I found it cumbersome to rent a car for my solo trip to Okinawa. Unlike traveling individually, there are time constraints at each location, so I checked information in advance and decided on must-see spots.

Before arriving at each location, the bus guide provided tips on how to enjoy the sites and pointed out important details regarding time management and restroom availability, which allowed me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.

Although it was a group tour, I had the freedom to move around as I pleased after arriving at each site, so I never felt cramped. I also had the luxury of using a two-person seat by myself on the bus.

Overall, I felt that this tour was a perfect fit for me, and I was very satisfied. Thank you!

沖縄一人旅に際し、レンタカーを借りるのが面倒でツアーを申し込みました。
個人で回るのとは違い各所で時間の制約があるため、事前に行先の情報をチェックしてここだけは絶対というところを決めておきました。
各所の到着前にバスガイドさんから楽しみ方や見どころを教えていただけたり、時間配分やトイレについて注意点を伝えていただいたりと、安心して楽しむことが出来ました。
団体のツアーですが、各所到着後は自由行動で好きなように動けるため、窮屈感を感じることは全くありません。
バスも２人席を１人で使用させていただきました。
今回のツアーでは自分的には良いとこ取りで大満足でした。
ありがとうございました。

Both Saijō Gushikawa and the Valley of Gangala were great, but I was particularly satisfied with the Valley of Gangala. The scenery of the limestone caves and the banyan trees was unlike anything I usually see, allowing me to fully enjoy an extraordinary experience. Additionally, I didn't know that archaeological excavations from prehistoric times were taking place there, so it was very interesting to hear a lot from the guide and to see the excavation sites. The guide's explanations were clear and easy to listen to. I'm really glad I participated. I was able to spend a fulfilling half-day before leaving Okinawa.

斎場御嶽もガンガラーの谷もどちらも良かったが、特にガンガラーの谷はほんとうに満足だった。鍾乳洞とガジュマルなどの木の景色も普段見られないものばかりで、非日常を満喫できた。それだけじゃなくて、原始時代の発掘調査が行われているのは知らなかったので、ガイドさんからたっぷり話を聴いて、発掘跡も見せてもらえてとても興味深かった。ガイドさんの話はわかりやすく、聴きやすかった。本当に参加してよかった。沖縄を発つ前に充実した半日を過ごすことができた。

It was interesting to learn about the history of Okinawa. However, I didn't expect to walk that much. At the Seifa Utaki, you can gain insights into Okinawa, which may change your perspective.

沖縄の歴史を知ることができ面白かった。ただ、あんなに歩くとは思わなかった。斎場御嶽では沖縄のことを知ることができ、感じ方が変わるかもしれない。

I participated in this tour because an Australian child staying with us wanted to visit Miyazaki. It was during the Lunar New Year holiday, and the bus was almost full. I was told by the guide that most of the customers were from Chinese-speaking regions, so the main language for the tour would be Chinese.

Having lived in China for two years, even though I couldn't understand everything the guide said in Chinese, the sounds were nostalgic, and I really enjoyed it.

The content of the tour was wonderful, and the lunch was luxurious and very delicious. I also got to know the people I met on the tour, and we had a great time riding the boat together and taking photos!

オーストラリアの子がホームステイしている時に、宮崎に行ってみたいということでこちらのツアーに参加しました。
ちょうど旧正月のお休みでバスはほぼ満席。中国語圏のお客様がほとんどで、案内は中国語が主になります。とガイドさんに言われました。
私は中国に2年間住んだことがあり、ガイドさんが話す中国語がわからなくても、音が懐かしく、とても楽しめました。

ツアーの内容は素晴らしく、お昼ご飯も豪華でとても美味しかったです。
ツアーで知り合った人達も顔見知りになり、一緒にボートに乗ったり、写真を撮り合ったり、とても楽しめました！

It was rainy, but I was able to travel comfortably by bus to a nearby location for sightseeing. I was also grateful to be dropped off at my desired location on the way back. The sightseeing was enjoyable as well.

雨だったけれどバスで近くまで移動できたので快適に観光できました。帰りの場所も希望の場所に降ろしてもらえて助かります。観光も楽しかったです。

I felt a relaxed sense of time, and it was truly a healing moment. The beauty of nature, along with the stories from the water buffalo and the gentleman guiding us, as well as the sanshin and songs, made me forget the busy everyday life.

ゆったりとした時間を感じ、本当に癒されるひとときでした。自然の美しさ、案内してくれる水牛とお兄さんのお話も三線と歌も忙しい日常を忘れさせてくれるものでした。、

I wanted to use this service when I first visited Ishigaki Island in June last year, but it was suspended, possibly due to COVID-19, so I used it this time in February. I'm not confident in driving, and the local buses have limited schedules, so it was great to efficiently visit the highlights of Ishigaki Island.

The impression can change with the weather, but if the weather is nice, it's a five-star course! The cost performance is also good, with lunch included for under 5,000 yen for half a day.

Unfortunately, it was cloudy, but the blue of Kabira Bay was still beautiful. Thanks to the guide, I was able to learn about the origins of the Tomb of the Chinese and Tōrin-ji Temple. The explanations about Ishigaki Island's culture and tropical flowers were diverse, and I had a lot of fun learning.

There were many solo participants, so it was enjoyable to exchange information during lunch. The option to choose to board a glass-bottom boat on-site (I rode one in June, and this time, since it was cloudy, I opted for local sightseeing) and the flexibility to get off at Ishigaki Airport were also nice.

Next, I would like to visit Hirakubo Cape Lighthouse, so I would be happy if there were other bus tours that I could easily join, like this one.

　昨年６月に初めて石垣島へ行った時に利用したかったのですが、コロナの影響か運休中で、今回２月に利用しました。
　車の運転に自信がないですし、路線バスも本数が限られているので、効率よく石垣島の見どころを回れるのは良かったです。
　天候で印象が変わりますが、お天気が良かったら☆５つのコースです！半日でランチが付いて5,000円以下とコストパフォーマンスも良いです。

　生憎の曇天でしたが、それでも川平湾のブルーは綺麗でした。
　また、ガイドさんのおかげで、唐人墓や桃林寺の由来を知ることが出来て良かったです。石垣島の文化や南国のお花の説明など、多岐に渡って説明していただき、とっても楽しく学ぶことが出来ました。
　一人参加の方も多かったので、ランチ時には情報交換などできて楽しかったです。
　グラスボートの乗船も現地で選択可（→６月の時にグラスボートに乗ったし、今回は曇天だったので周辺観光にしました。）だったり、石垣島空港で下車も可能で、融通が利くのも良いですね。
　次は平久保埼灯台とかも行ってみたいので、今回のように手軽に参加できる違うコースのバスツアーがあると嬉しいですね。