All Reviews for Bus Tours

It was June, during the rainy season, so there were only four participants, including my husband and me. Although the number was small, the bus interior was relaxing, and the guide provided various explanations right after we boarded, which was enjoyable.

When visiting for sightseeing, it's easy to focus only on the fun aspects, and I usually don't get the chance to learn about the origins or history of Ishigaki Island. However, on this tour, I was able to hear about the origins of the Tomb of the Chinese and the tidal flow of Kabira Bay, see wild palm trees, and listen to stories about encounters with habu snakes, which was enjoyable. Of course, the guide also shared stories and songs passed down in Ishigaki Island, and I was most surprised by the guide's skill in playing the sanshin and singing! I even wondered if they might be a professional.

Out of the four participants, one person got off at Ishigaki Airport, but they seemed to have enjoyed themselves and waved goodbye to the bus with a smile. It’s a journey around Ishigaki Island that feels like it’s possible yet elusive, so I had a great time participating and learning various things.

6月の梅雨時だったせいか、当日は私たち夫婦を含めて４名の参加でした。人数が少なかったけれど、バス車内はゆっくりくつろげるし、乗車してすぐにガイドさんがいろいろ説明してくれて楽しかった。

観光で行くと楽しいことばかりに目が行ってしまって、石垣島の由来とか歴史なんて学ぶ機会はないですが、このツアーでは唐人墓の由来とか、川平湾の潮の流れとか、野生の椰子の木を見たりハブとの遭遇話など聞けて楽しかったです。もちろん、石垣島に伝わる話や歌も披露してくれて、実は一番びっくりしたのは、ガイドさんの三線と歌の上手さです！実はプロなんじゃないかな？と思ったくらいです。

参加者４名のうち、おひとりが石垣空港で下車されましたが、その方も楽しまれたようで笑顔でバスを見送ってくださいました。
石垣島をぐるっと島を巡る旅は行けそうで行けないので、今回参加していろんなことを聞けて楽しかったです。

I'm glad I participated since there were many places I couldn't go by myself. However, it was really difficult to find a place to have lunch. In the end, I had to buy something at a convenience store and eat it by Lake Toya... I was told there were ramen restaurants, but I just wasn't in the mood for ramen. It would have been perfect if lunch options were a bit more fulfilling.

自分では行けない場所ばかりだったので、参加してよかったです。ただ、お昼を食べる場所が全然なくて探すのが大変だった。結局コンビニで買って洞爺湖で食べるはめに…
ラーメン、レストランがあると言われたが、ラーメンを食べる気にならず。もう少しお昼が充実していれば最高でした。

Since we participated with 10 people, the schedule was efficient, and the time spent at tourist spots when getting off the bus was appropriate. The time spent at the Churaumi Aquarium was also just right, allowing everyone to enjoy themselves.

10名で参加したので、スケジュールが効率よくバス下車の際の観光スポット滞在時間も適切でした。美ら海水族館での滞在時間も適当で其々で楽しむことができました。

I'm glad I could get a brief overview of the famous spots in Osaka. I didn't know much about Osaka, so it was educational for me. The location of the incident that inspired "Sonezaki Shinjū" no longer has the same desolation as it did back then. Of course, during the Edo period, the town must have been bustling as an economic city. The view was nice. However, since I'm sensitive to the cold, I thought it might be tough to be on an open-deck bus during the colder seasons. I think this time of year is just right.

大阪の名所をかいつまんで教えてもらえてよかったです。
あまり大阪のことをよく知らずにいたので勉強になりました。曽根崎心中の元になった事件の場所は、当時のわびしさは今はもうありませんね。江戸時代ももちろん経済都市として町は賑わっていたのでしょうが。
眺めはよかったです。ただ私は寒がりなので、オープンデッキバスでは寒い季節はきびしいかと思いました。今ぐらいの季節がいいのでは。

It was my first time in Shirakawa-go, so I explored it with great interest! The bus from Takayama had only six people, so we could sit comfortably. Among us were six foreigners. The interpreter explained everything in Japanese just for us. I felt a bit sorry about that! Shirakawa-go truly is a World Heritage site!

初めての白川郷でしたので、とても興味深く巡りました❗️高山からのバス、6人でしたので、ゆったりと座れました。その内外国人が6人。通訳の方、我々のためだけに日本語で説明。申し訳なかったですね❗️白川郷は、流石、世界遺産❗️

Although the weather was unfortunately sometimes pouring rain, the guide's explanations and songs were enjoyable. There were many water buffalo, each with their own personality, and the veteran, Rekio, that I rode was very cute with his silly antics, making me laugh several times along the way. I think if the weather had been better, I could have enjoyed the scenery even more, but I was more than satisfied just riding the water buffalo cart. Is there a possibility of a repeat to ride different water buffalo carts?

時折土砂降りのあいにくの天候ではありましたが、
ガイドさんの説明や歌が楽しかったです。
水牛は何頭もいて、それぞれ個性があるらしく、
私が乗ったベテランのレキオくんは、おとぼけぶりがとても
かわいく、道中何度も笑わせてくれました。
天気がよければ、もっと景色が楽しめたとは
思いますが、水牛車に乗るだけでも十分満足しました。
いろんな水牛車に乗るためにリピートもあり？？

With a travel distance of 330 km, it's understandable that the time spent at each destination is limited, but it would be great if we could stay an extra 10 minutes at each place. This time, the weather was clear, so we were able to enjoy the stunning views, but the approach to Rokkozaki and the Blue Cave involves steep paths, which might be a bit challenging in rainy weather... If you're expecting the Blue Cave to resemble the original one in Italy, you might be a little disappointed since it's illuminated with artificial blue lights. There was also coffee service twice during the trip, and the enthusiastic guidance from the tour conductor, who had handwritten notes, was nice.

走行距離330Kmなので、訪問地の滞在時間が短くなってしまうのは仕方ないことですが、各地でもうあと10分ゆっくりできたら最高でしょう。
今回は晴天だったので絶景を楽しめましたが、禄剛崎と青の洞窟はアプローチが坂道なので、雨天だとちょっと大変かも・・・青の洞窟は本家イタリアの青の洞窟を連想していると、人工光による青色ライトアップなのでちょっとがっかりするかも・・・
車内では午前午後2回のコーヒーサービスもあり、手書きメモを片手の添乗員さんの初々しい？？案内もよかったです。

Since I was traveling alone in Okinawa, I thought about renting a car but decided to join a tour instead. I was impressed by the detailed explanations of the history of Sefa Utaki. I was amazed by the power of Sefa Utaki, enjoyed Okinawa World, and it was a satisfying tour.

一人で沖縄旅行なので、レンタカーもどうかと思いツァーに参加しました。斎場御嶽の歴史をていねいに説明いただき、感激しました。斎場御嶽のパワーに驚き、沖縄ワールドも楽しみ、満足なツァーでしたしました

Everything was better than I expected. Despite being a morning course, it was fulfilling without any wasted time.

思っていたよりすべての所が良かったです。
午前中のコースにもかかわらず、無駄な時間もなく充実していました。

It was great that we could efficiently visit the main islands and major tourist spots. Since there isn't much to see on the islands, I think it's better to do a tour and cover everything at once.

主要な島を、主要な観光スポットを効率よく回れたので、すごく良かった。島の観光に時間をかけても、特に見るところがないので、ツアーで一気に回ってしまった方が良いと思う。

I had a day free in Sapporo due to my schedule, so I participated alone. The tour efficiently covered areas that are difficult to access without a car, and there was no unnecessary time spent at souvenir shops, which is often the case with bus tours. It was a very well-balanced day trip. The guide provided just the right amount of sightseeing information and care, making it comfortable for me as a solo participant. I also made friends with another solo traveler on this bus tour, and we went to eat Genghis Khan together afterward, creating great memories. The only downside was the very bad weather, but I think of that as part of the experience.

Before signing up, I hesitated, thinking it might be tiring if there was too much travel time or if the time at souvenir shops was long, but all those worries were unnecessary. I recommend this tour for anyone who wants to see this area in a limited amount of time.

スケジュールの都合で札幌で1日あいたので、1人で参加しました。車なしでは行きにくい範囲を効率よく回って貰えたし、バスツアーにありがちな余分なお土産物屋立ち寄り時間もなく、とてもバランスの良い日帰りツアーでした。ガイドさんは、細かすぎない観光案内と適度な面倒見の良さで、一人参加でも快適に過ごせました。今回のバスツアーでは同じく1人で参加されてた方ともお友達になれ、ツアー後に一緒にジンギスカンを食べに行ったりして、良い思い出になりました。お天気がとても悪かったのだけが残念でしたが、それも思い出の一つかなと思っています。
申し込む前には、移動時間ばかりだったらしんどいなとか、お土産物屋時間が長いと嫌だな、などと、躊躇していたのですが、全て不要な心配でした。限られた時間でこのエリアを見たい方にはおすすめです。

The guide was kind and provided a lot of helpful information. I thought it was amazing that explanations were given in both Japanese and English. My mother, who is in her 80s, also said she had a great time. It became a wonderful memory.
For lunch, the Hida beef with bamboo leaf miso was very delicious. I had always wanted to visit Shirakawa-go, so I was very satisfied. It was lucky that the guide told us about a "secret spot" that was great for photos, so we were able to take some nice pictures.

ガイドさんが親切で、いろいろな情報をくださり、助かりました。日本語と英語、両方で説明されていて、すごいなと思いました。80代の母も楽しかったと申しておりました。いい思い出になりました。
お昼ご飯も、飛騨牛の朴葉味噌がとても美味しかったです。白川郷も一度行ってみたかったので、大満足でした。ガイドさんが、写真映えする「秘密の場所」を教えてくれたのがラッキーでした。よっていい写真が撮れました。

Half of the tour participants were Japanese, with the other half being from Hong Kong and Taiwan, and there was one person from Germany. The guide was Chinese but was fluent in Japanese, and also provided guidance in Chinese and English. It was a couple participating, and at the sightseeing spots, the guide took many photos of the couple. We were able to visit each sightseeing spot without feeling rushed, and I think it was a good balance.

ツアー参加者の日本人半数で、香港と台湾の方が半分、ドイツ人の方が一名でした。
ガイドさんは、中国人ですが、日本語堪能で、中国語と英語でもガイドしてました。
夫婦参加でしたが、観光スポットでガイドさんはシャッター押してくれて、夫婦の写真もたくさん撮ることができました。
各観光スポット数も無理なく回れて、良いバランスだったと思います。

I participated in a tour around Lake Shikotsu from Noboribetsu.

It was a rainy day, so I was disappointed that I couldn't enjoy the scenery.

On a sunny day, I believe the view from Cape Erimo would have been quite beautiful.

Since I gave up on seeing the scenery that day, I lined up a bit at the Toyako Onsen but was able to enjoy some delicious soup curry.

The tour content was excellent (since we could relax while visiting multiple locations by bus).

There were about 40 participants, and half of them were from China, but they were not particularly noisy or late at all. The guide (who was Chinese) explained in both Japanese and Chinese. I’m not sure, but if the participants were all Japanese, there might not be a guide, just the driver? (The driver this time was friendly and kind.) (The guide also provided detailed explanations about the tourist spots, having lived in Japan for about nine years.)

It was cheaper than major sightseeing bus tours, but I felt the content was comparable, which was great.

If I have the opportunity to travel to Hokkaido again, I would like to join a different course tour.

登別から支笏湖を巡るツアーに参加しました

1日　雨だったので景色は楽しめなかったので残念です

晴れの日なら　地球岬はかなり綺麗に海が見えたはずなので

この日は景色を見るのを諦めたので、洞爺湖温泉で少し並びましたが美味しいスープカレーが食べれました

ツアー内容は最高です
（複数箇所をバスで巡ってくれるのでのんびり出来るからです）

ツアー参加者は40人ほどで、半分は中国の方でしたが　特にウルサイとか、遅刻するとかは全く無く　ガイドさん（中国の方）が　日本語と中国語で説明していました　わからないですが、お客様が日本人だけなら　ガイドさんは居なくて運転手さんのみかも？
（今回の運転手さんは気さくで優しい感じでした）
（ガイドさんも日本に住んで9年くらいの観光地も詳しく説明してくれました）

大手の観光バスツアーより格安ですが　内容は同等かと思うので　いいと感じました

また北海道に旅行する機会があれば　ちがうコースのツアーに参加したいです

The natural water bubbling from the mountain is very cold, and the houses of the village built with the wisdom of the people of that time, the heavy wood, and the thatched roofs layered multiple times are thick and very impressive, yet somehow charming.

山から湧き出る自然な水がとても冷たく、
当時の人達の知恵で建てられた集落の家、ずっしりと重い木　そして何重にも重ねられた藁葺き屋根　分厚くてとても印象的で　尚且つ何故だか可愛いらしい。

I rode with my 5-year-old child. I was worried that they might get bored after 60 minutes, but they enjoyed it until the end. Even in May, it was quite hot due to direct sunlight, so heat protection is essential!

There was no roof, but the windows were at a normal height, so I didn't have to worry about hats flying off.

5才の子どもと乗りました。
60分は飽きてしまうかな？と心配でしたが、最後まで楽しんでくれてました。
5月でも直射日光でかなり暑かったので、暑さ対策は必須です！

屋根がないだけで、窓は普通の高さであるので、帽子が飛んだりの心配はありませんでした。

Since it was the day before going to see Jomon Sugi, I chose an easy tour. I was impressed by the smooth explanations from the bus guide. I was lucky to see the Yakushima monkeys two or three times.

縄文杉を見に行く前日なので、楽なツアーを選びました。バスガイドさんの流れる様な説明に感心しました。2、3度屋久猿に会えてラッキーでした。

I participated because all the places I wanted to visit were included! Overall, my impression is that the time spent at each location was short, and I was constantly on the move, running a bit, haha. At the Churaumi Aquarium, I was able to see the dolphin show, but the parking lot was far away, so I was cutting it close for the meeting time, haha. At the Okashi Goten, since I visited in the evening, the sweet potato tart I was looking forward to was sold out, which was disappointing. However, the guide was friendly, and I had a great time. Thank you!

行きたいところが全て組み込まれていたので参加しました！
トータルの感想としては、ひとつひとつの滞在時間が短くて、終始小走りで移動してました笑
美ら海水族館はイルカショーまでみれましたが、駐車場までが遠いので集合時間ギリギリ笑
お菓子御殿では夕方の訪問だったので、お目当ての紅芋タルトが完売で残念でした↓
ただ、ガイドさんもフレンドリーだし、楽しい時間を過ごせてよかったです。ありがとうございました！

Everyone except me was from a foreign country. The guide provided information in three different languages. Thank you very much for your efforts in such a challenging situation. If there is another opportunity, I look forward to it.

私以外、全員外国の方でした。ガイドさんが3カ国の言葉で案内してくれました。大変な中、本当にありがとうございました。また機会がありましたら、よろしくお願い致します。

The male guide was incredibly kind and attentive, truly the best. There were Japanese, Chinese, and American guests on the bus, many of whom couldn't speak Japanese, but the guide spoke three languages and actively engaged with guests who seemed anxious upon arriving at the sightseeing spots. I believe that with this guide, even those who can't speak Japanese can participate with peace of mind. Additionally, the tour covered a variety of places, which was great for someone like me who is a bit greedy for experiences.

男性のガイドさんがとっても優しく面倒見の良い最高の方でした。
バスには日本人、中国人、アメリカ人の客がいて日本語を話せない方も多くいましたが、ガイドさんが3カ国語を喋れて観光地に着いても不安そうな客に積極的に話しかけてお世話をしてくれていました。
このガイドさんなら日本語を喋れなくても安心して参加出来ると思います。
またツアーも色々な所を案内してくれるので欲張りな私はとっても良かったです。

I participated with my sister during the middle of our 3-night, 4-day trip. My goal on Ishigaki Island was to ride a water buffalo cart. I rode twice, once with the buffalo from Yubu Island and once with the buffalo from Taketomi Island. It was my first time learning that the types of buffalo were different. I was fortunate to encounter gentle buffalo in both cases.

Additionally, the guide was wonderful and let us listen to Okinawan folk songs. The colors of the sea visible from the boat to the island were stunning. It became the best memory.

３泊４日の中日に姉と参加しました。石垣島での私の目的は水牛車に乗ることです。由布島の牛と竹富島の牛の２回乗車しました。それぞれ牛の種類が違うのは初めて知りました。どちらも穏やかな牛に当たったのでよかったです。
また、ガイドさんもいい方で沖縄民謡も聞かせてくれました。
島に渡る船から見える海の色がいろいろな色に見えます。最高の思い出となりました。

It felt special to experience a tour that supports three languages, giving me a perspective on Japan from the viewpoint of foreign visitors. Even though it rained at the zoo, the waterfall, and Blue Point Pond, everything was very beautiful, making it a great tour that covered all the highlights.

海外旅行に来たような三ヵ国語対応ツアーで、外国の方からの視点の日本も知れたような特別感もありました。また、動物園、滝、ブルースポイント池も雨でしたが、とても綺麗で、いいところどりのツアーでした。

On the last day of my trip, I participated with the goal of being taken to the airport, but I was glad I could effectively sightsee during the last half day. The Super Eisa Show at Okinawa World was especially great. It was an impressive show that energized me. Having a half-day tour allowed for efficient sightseeing, which was wonderful. I will use this service again.

旅行最終日、空港に送って貰うのが目的で参加しましたが最後の半日も有効に観光出来て良かったです。とくに沖縄ワールドのスーパーエイサーショーは凄く良かったです
迫力があり元気を頂けるショーでした。
半日のツァーも有ると効率良く観光出来て良かったです。また利用させて頂きます。

Thank you to the guide who spoke Japanese, Taiwanese, and English. We were blessed with good weather, and thanks to you, we had a comfortable tour. Thank you to the driver for your safe driving.

日本酒、台湾語、英語を話せるガイドさん、ありがとうございました。天気にも恵まれて、お陰様にて快適なツアーが出来ました。運転手様も安全運転に徹していただきありがとうございました。

The web booking for the optional tour with Veltra was really easy and reliable.

I thought it might be too ambitious to do a day trip from Kanazawa to Shirakawa-go and Takayama, but thanks to the appropriate advice from our guide and the timely progress, we were able to enjoy it with plenty of time to spare. Thank you very much.

ベルトラさんのオプション旅行のWeb手配は本当に簡単で確実でした。

金沢からの日帰りで、白川郷と高山周遊は欲張りすぎではと思いましたが、適切なガイドのアドバイス、時間通りの進行もあり十分余裕で楽しめました。ありがとうございました。

The guide was very humorous, making us laugh with various jokes while introducing the tourist spots. Although I was traveling alone, I never felt bored, and I was able to visit many different attractions, making it a fulfilling day. By the way, the guide speaks three languages.

ガイドさんはとてもユーモアな方です、観光地の紹介をしながら、色々冗談も言って笑わせてくださいました。
一人旅ですが、全然退屈しなかったですし、色々な観光地が回れたので、充実した１日でした。
ちなみにガイドさんは3か国語が話せるのです。

I've ridden a water buffalo cart several times before, but the satisfaction really depends on the stories told by the guide. This time, the guide's simple yet charming storytelling and the performance on the sanshin perfectly matched the slow life atmosphere I was looking for, and I was very satisfied. There was also a cute incident where the buffalo wouldn't move, which turned into a fun memory and made for a great experience.

水牛車は初めてではなく、数回乗ったことがありますが、添乗するおじいの話によって満足感が左右するものです。今回のおじいは、私の求めるスローライフな雰囲気を味わうに丁度良い朴訥なしゃべりに三線の演奏、とても満足のいくものでした。途中牛が動こうとしないという可愛いハプニングもありながら、それがかえって楽しい思い出になり、良い思い出になりました。

I participated in a tour with Beltora for the first time. It was packed with activities, including Noboribetsu, Cape Earth, a bear ranch, Lake Toya, and Lake Shikotsu. I really enjoyed the whole experience thanks to Sho, who entertained us with his nonstop talk from start to finish. All the members who participated were very satisfied. I definitely want to book another tour with Beltora.

初めてベルトラさんのツアーに参加しました。登別、地球岬、熊牧場、洞爺湖、支笏湖と盛りだくさんな上に、最初から最後までマシンガントークのショウさんに本当に楽しませてもらい、ありがとうございました。参加したメンバーは全員大満足です。
また是非ベルトラさんのツアー頼みたいと思います。

Since I participated on a weekday, there were a total of 20 people. There were couples, solo travelers, friends, and people from overseas; everyone was a diverse group. Hokkaido Shrine was magnificent. At Okurayama Jump Stadium, we took the lift to the top. Although the weather was unfortunate, we were able to get a panoramic view of Sapporo city. Shiroi Koibito Park was whimsical and charming. I felt that the last outer market was unnecessary for us. Since it was only in the morning, we were able to do some quick sightseeing, so I give it ★4.

平日に参加したので、全員で２０名。ご夫婦、お一人、友人、海外から方々、みなさんいろいろなメンバーでした。北海道神宮は壮大。大倉山ジャンプ場ではリフトに乗って頂上までいきました。あいにくのお天気でしたが、札幌市内が一望できました。白い恋人パークはメルヘンでかわいらしかったです。最後の場外市場はワタシ達にとっては不要だったなと思いました。午前中だけなので、サクッと観光できたので、★４つです。

I used this service during Golden Week. There was no traffic, and I was able to enjoy sightseeing at my destination thoroughly. The tour guide was full of humor, and the atmosphere on the bus was always pleasant; I participated alone, but it was not a problem at all.

In Shirakawa-go, the mountains topped with snow and the gassho-zukuri villages were very beautiful. Since there is plenty of free time, I recommend stopping for tea or something along the way.

Gokayama truly has the charm of Japan's original landscapes, and I was able to enjoy a peaceful time. The lunch was average, but the scenery around the restaurant was wonderful.

GWに利用しました。渋滞にあうこともなく、目的地で十分に観光を楽しめました。
添乗員のお話しはユーモアたっぷり、バスの中は終始和やかで、ひとり参加でしたが全く問題ありませんでした。
白川郷では、雪を頂いた山々と合掌造りの集落がとても美しかったです。自由時間が長いので、途中でお茶などすることをおすすめします。
五箇山は本当に日本の原風景といった風情で、穏やかな時間を満喫できました。
昼食は普通ですが、お店の周りの景観は素晴らしかったです。