All Reviews for Bus Tours

This was my first time participating. I chose this plan to visit many famous tourist spots in Kyoto in one day. Since Kyoto Station is large and it was my first time there, I got a bit lost trying to find the meeting place. About 90% of the participants were from abroad, so the guide alternated between English and Japanese during the tour. The guide provided very detailed explanations of the tourist sites, which was educational. I felt reassured participating because the guide was efficient and very courteous.

初めて参加させて頂きました。有名な京都の観光地を沢山廻りたかったので、1日で巡るこのプランを選びました。
京都駅は広く初めてだったので、集合場所にたどり着くのに迷いました。参加者の9割が外国からの参加者だったので、ガイドの方は英語、日本語と使い分けて案内されてました。観光地をとても詳しく説明して頂いたので、勉強になりました。ガイドの方がテキパキとそして丁寧な対応をされたので安心して参加できました。

It was great to be able to visit so many places, which is definitely a highlight of the bus tour. However, there was no guidance on the order of boarding the bus, and foreign guests ignored the order and boarded quickly. When I asked the guide, I was told that there were no assigned seats and that it was free seating, but to please wait. I ended up waiting and finally sat in an empty seat at the front, only to be told that I had to sit next to a man with a child in front of me.

If I had known, I would have preferred to board quickly at the beginning. I hope this can be improved in the future. The guide was friendly and nice, but there were some language barriers, and my concerns were not fully understood.

たくさん回れたのはさすがにバスツアーならではで良かったです。
だだ、バスに乗ら順番などの案内がなく、外国の方は順番無視してどんどん乗り込んでしまい、ガイドさんに聞いても、席は決まってない。自由ですが待ってて下さいといわれ、待たされ、最後になって、空いてる前の席に座ったものの、結局お子さんを前にするといわれ、男性の隣に座らされました。
だったら、乗車始めたところで自分もさっさと乗りたかったです。今後は改善してほしいです。
ガイドさん気さくでいい方でしたが、日本語がイマイチ通じず、こちらの意見はわかってもらえませんでした。

Since it was the cherry blossom season, I participated in the Kitaueda route. I was really looking forward to going around the Mint Bureau, but we only passed by the gate (>_<). I was quite disappointed given my expectations. On the other hand, the view at Osaka Castle was very nice, and we had plenty of time to stop and take photos, so I was satisfied. The guide's explanations were also thorough and enjoyable. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has somewhat subsided, I still hesitate to enter crowded places, so sightseeing on the open bus was very good.

桜の開花時期だったので北梅田ルートに参加しました。
造幣局を回るということでとても楽しみにしていましたが、門の前を通っただけ(>_<)
期待をしていただけに、とても残念でした。
その代わりというか、大阪城での景色はとても良く、停車して写真タイムも十分にとってあったので満足しています。
ガイドさんの案内も、丁寧で楽しめました。
コロナ禍が多少過ぎたとは言え、人混みに入るのはまだまだためらいがあるので、オープンバスでの観光はとても良かったです。

I was able to fully enjoy everything I wanted to experience in a day on the remote island, including seeing mangroves, riding in an ox cart, and viewing coral reefs!

マングローブを見て、牛車に乗って、珊瑚礁を見て、と離島で体験したい事がまるっと1日で満喫出来ました！

On the day of the tour, I was worried about the bad weather and the use of the rental raincoats (as mentioned in the pamphlet), but to my surprise, there was a retractable roof, so I could enjoy sightseeing without worrying about the rain. However, it was a bit disappointing that there was no sense of openness, but the guide was considerate and opened the roof during breaks in the rain, allowing us to experience the panoramic views for a short while. I thought this kind of consideration was great. Thank you very much.

当日は天気が悪く貸出用のレインコート（パンフに記載）使用かと心配しましたが何と開閉式の屋根があり雨の心配もなく観光出来ました。だだ解放感がないのは残念でしたがガイドの方が雨の合間をみて屋根を開けて頂き少しの間ですがパノラマ観光の雰囲気を感じる事が出来ました。このような配慮は良かったと思います。ありがとうございました。

Everyone who participated was from Osaka, totaling five people. My husband and I moved to the Kanto region nearly 50 years ago after getting married, so it was our first time sightseeing in Osaka in 50 years. Even though I lived in Osaka, there were places I hadn't visited, and some areas have become very beautiful, so it was a fun experience with new discoveries.

大阪出身の者ばかりの参加でした。総勢5人。私達夫婦は50年近く前に結婚で関東に移り住んだので、大阪観光はほんと50年ぶりでした。
大阪に住んでても行かないところもあるしとてもきれいになってるところもあるしで新しい発見があり楽しかったです。

The guide and the driver were both very pleasant, making for a fun travel experience. If there’s a machine, I will apply again.

ガイドさんもですが運転手さんもとても感じが良くて楽しい旅の思い出になりました。機械があればまた申し込みます

The guide's stories, the sanshin, and the songs were great. I think we could have reached the northernmost cape of Ishigaki Island in just another hour, and since it's a rare opportunity to travel to a remote island, I really wanted to go there.

ガイドさんのお話や三線、唄は良かったです。石垣島の最北端の岬までのコースで、あと１時間もあれば行けると思うので、なかなか行けない離島旅行だし、そこまで行きたかったです。

This bus tour was perfect for my first solo trip to Yakushima without a rental car, as it took me around all the famous spots. The local guide's stories were enjoyable, and I think the content was fulfilling for first-time travelers. Since I had hiked to Jomon Sugi the day before, I was able to relax and enjoy sightseeing on the bus. I also got to see Yakuzaru and Yakushika, which were very cute. I would appreciate it if there were more recommendations for hidden gourmet spots and souvenirs.

初めての屋久島でレンタカー無しの一人旅だったのでぐるっと名所に案内してもらえるこちらのバスツアーは最適でした。
地元のガイドさんのお話も楽しく初めての旅行者には充実した内容だと思います。
また前日に縄文杉登山をしていたのでバスでゆっくり座って観光できました。やくざる、やくしかも見られてとても可愛かったです。
希望としてはもう少し穴場なグルメやお土産などの案内があれば嬉しいです。

There were two Japanese people and 95% of the participants were foreigners. Our guide, Ma-chan, provided a very pleasant experience with fluent English and polite Japanese while guiding us through temples and castles. I felt very comfortable during the ride. Besides sightseeing, I enjoy food tours and browsing souvenir shops, so I chose not to have lunch. It was fun to stroll around while enjoying local ice cream and otabe. I live in Osaka, and it was my first time visiting Fushimi Inari and Kinkaku-ji, places I've always wanted to see. The course included four stops, and I found the duration to be just right—not too long and not too short. Thank you very much! ^ - ^

日本人が2人。外国の方が95%乗車の参加日でした。ガイドのまーちゃんさんは流暢な英語と丁寧な日本語で、寺院、お城などの案内をしてくださり、とても気持ちよく車内を過ごせました。観光以外、食べ歩き、お土産屋さんをのぞくのも楽しみなので、昼食無しを選びました。ご当地のアイスやおたべをいただきながら、ぶらりとするのも楽しかったです。大阪に住みながら、いつか行ってみたいと初めて訪れた伏見稲荷、金閣寺。4か所巡るコースでしたが、私的には滞在時間は長すぎず短すぎずの絶妙でした。ありがとうございました〜^ - ^

We participated as a family of four, including our 3-year-old preschooler and 11-year-old elementary school student. Every part of the itinerary was wonderful, and the kids had a great time. Riding the water buffalo was a particularly memorable experience, and our whole family was very satisfied.

Choosing the bus tour option on Taketomi Island was definitely the right decision. Walking or riding bicycles in the heat can be tough, so I strongly recommend the bus tour for those with small children.

保育園児3歳と小学生11歳を連れても家族4人で参加しました。どの行程も素晴らしく、子供達も多いに楽しめるプランでした。特に水牛に乗るのは初めての体験で、家族全員大満足でした。

なお、竹富島での選べるプランをバス観光にして正解でした。暑い中歩いたり、自転車に乗ったりするのは厳しく大変なので、小さい子連れの方はバス観光を強くお勧めします。

The bus guide's commentary is wonderful. The timing for sightseeing is just right, not too rushed or too slow, and since the guide accompanies us at the sightseeing spots to explain, it never gets boring.

As I participated alone, there was a bit of loneliness during the tour, but overall, I was able to enjoy it without getting bored.

バスガイドさんによるガイドが素晴らしいです。観光などの時間は過不足なくといった感じで、忙しいこともなく、観光箇所にもガイドさんがついて説明してくれるので飽きません。

1人参加のため、ツアー中多少寂しさはありましたが、終始飽きずに参加できました。

I chose a sightseeing bus tour due to the transportation situation in Okinawa. I was able to enjoy my trip to Okinawa safely and comfortably. Since it takes about five hours round trip from Naha to the Churaumi Aquarium, it was very easy.

沖縄の交通事情から観光バスツアーを選択しました。安全安心に沖縄の旅を満喫できました。那覇から美ら海水族館は往復約５時間かかることから、とても楽ちんでした。

I wished I could have stayed at the market a little longer, but with such a packed itinerary at this price, I had no complaints—it was an incredible value. Unlike a sightseeing bus, the compact size allowed for better maneuverability, and the driver's skills were impressive, smoothly navigating narrow roads at a speed that felt like I was in my own car, which was really great! I definitely want to do this again!

市場がもう少し滞在時間長かったらな…って思ったくらいで、この価格でコレだけ盛りだくさんの行程連れてってもらえたらコスパ良すぎでなんの不満もありませんでした。
観光バスと違ってコンパクトなので、小回りもきいてて、運転手さんの運転技術もいいのか細い道もさくさく運転してくれ、マイカーで行ってるくらいのスピード感で、それも凄く良かったです！
また絶対リピートしたいです！

We participated as a family of four. The tour guide's stories were interesting and filled with useful information, making our time on the bus enjoyable. In Shirakawa-go, which welcomed spring, we had a generous two and a half hours for exploration, allowing us to fully appreciate the gassho-zukuri village. The lunch we had in a renovated room on the second floor of a gassho-zukuri house, featuring Hida beef with bamboo leaves, mountain vegetables, and soba, was delicious, and we left Shirakawa-go feeling satisfied. In the afternoon, we explored the gassho-zukuri village in Gokayama. We heard various stories about Gokayama's gassho-zukuri during the bus ride, which was very informative. The final break included a fun experience of grilling white shrimp rice crackers, and the over eight-hour bus tour was never boring; we thoroughly enjoyed the day. Thank you very much.

Actually, this was a tour I had initially booked three years ago in spring but had to cancel due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It felt like a long-awaited assignment after three years, and I am very satisfied to have finally participated in the tour to the gassho-zukuri.

家族4人で参加しました。添乗員の方のお話は面白く且つためになる情報満載で、バスでの移動中も楽しい時間を過ごせました。春を迎えた白川郷では散策時間が2時間半たっぷり取られており、合掌造り集落を堪能することができました。合掌造りの2階をリノベーションしたお部屋で頂いた飛騨牛の朴葉味噌に山菜、蕎麦などの昼食も美味しく、満足して白川郷を後に。午後は五箇山の合掌造り集落を散策。五箇山の合掌造りについてもバスの車中でいろいろなお話を伺い大変有益でした。最後の休憩を兼ねた白海老煎餅焼き体験も楽しく、8時間余りのバスツアーは退屈することもなく、一日楽しませて頂きました。どうもありがとうございました。
実は3年前の春にも一旦予約しておきながら、コロナ禍のためやむなくキャンセルしたツアーだったのでした。今回3年越しの宿題という感じでしたが念願の合掌造りへのツアーに参加させて頂くことができて、大変満足しています。

It was incredibly pleasant, with Tokyo Tower in front, beside, and behind me; it was very lovely. I could also see the Yurikamome beside me. While running on the Rainbow Bridge, there was a strong wind that messed up my hair, but since it was a hot day, it felt nice. The 50 minutes went by in no time.

凄く気持ちよくて東京タワーが前にあったり横にあったり後ろにあったり、とても素敵でした。横にゆりかもめも見えました。レインボーブリッジを走っていたら、もうすごい風で、髪の毛は乱れましたが、暑い日だったので気持ち良かったです。あっという間の50分でした。

It became one of the best memories of my trip to Ishigaki Island. The scenery of Taketomi Island is something you can't see on Ishigaki Island, and it was very soothing for my heart. The cows were also incredibly gentle and cute. I was able to take pictures with them too.

石垣島旅行の中でも最高の思い出になりました。
竹富島の風景は石垣島では見られないもので、とても心が癒されました。牛さんもすごい温厚で可愛くて。一緒に写真も撮れました。

It was my first time sightseeing in Sapporo.
I appreciated being able to explore an unfamiliar place by bus.
I was glad to find the tour.
I think the time allocation was good.
I was able to enjoy everything quickly.
The guidance through the earphones during the bus ride was also nice.

初の札幌観光でした。
知らない土地はバスでまわってくれるのは
ありがです。
ツアー見つけてよかったと思いました。
時間は配分は良かったと思います。
どこもサクッと堪能出来ました。
バス移動のイヤホンでの案内も良かったです。

I was able to visit three islands in one day and had various experiences such as riding a water buffalo cart and a glass-bottom boat. It didn't feel too much like a tour in a good way, and I appreciated having some free time as well. Thank you very much!

1日で3つも島を巡れて、水牛車やグラスボートなど、いろいろな体験ができました。良い意味でツアー感がなく、自由時間もある程度もらえたので、その点も良かったです！ありがとうございました。

My classmate suggested that I try a tour around Osaka, so I planned it. We took a double-decker bus with no roof, and although the weather was a bit chilly, it was amazing to see the tall buildings of Osaka! It’s impossible to walk while looking up at the sky, so being able to see the tall buildings one after another was a wonderful experience!

I heard that the Osaka Marubiru will be demolished next year!

The guide announcements allowed me to learn a little bit about Osaka. Thank you very much!

私の同級生の方が
大阪をぐるっと回って案内して頂けるので利用してみたら❓っと言われ計画しました。二階建てバスで天井がなくて、ちょっと冷やっとするお天気でしたが、大阪の高いビルが見れて最高でした！空を眺めながら歩くことは不可能な事なので､高いビルを次々に見れた事は素敵な経験でした❣️
大阪マルビルは来年？取り壊されるそうです❣️
案内アナウンスで
ちょっとだけ大阪を知ることが出来ました。ありがとうございました。

It was great that we could efficiently visit multiple tourist spots. The positive aspect is that although the schedule was tight, we were able to go to several places in one day. It was enjoyable to see various sights within a limited time, reminiscent of a school trip.

On the downside, the lunch was not good. I made a reservation thinking it would be difficult to find a place to eat since all the restaurants would be crowded if we didn't include lunch, but the cold dengaku, lukewarm yudofu, and the overall taste of the dishes were disappointing, and I couldn't eat much... It left a negative impression. Additionally, some foreign tourists were not punctual, which caused delays as they didn't return on time, making it difficult for the guide who had to call out names loudly to find them.

　効率よく観光スポット巡りが出来るので良かったです。良かった点は時間はタイトですが、1日で数ヶ所に行く事が出来る事。限られた時間の中であれこれ観て回るのも修学旅行の様で楽しかったです。
残念だった点はランチが美味しくなかった事。ランチ付にしなければ　どこのお店も混んでいるので食事をとるのは難しいだろうと思い予約しましたが、冷めた田楽や煮物　ぬるい湯豆腐　お料理自体の味もイマイチで箸が進まず…良い印象は残りませんでした。他には、外国人観光客の中には時間にルーズな方がいて　毎回定刻通りに戻らないため　待たされました。ガイドさんも大声で名前を読んで探しているのが大変そうでした。

It may be a bit rushed, but we were able to efficiently get around in a limited amount of time. I recommend it even if you're heading to the airport in the afternoon.

すこし駆け足にはなりますが、限られた時間で効率よくまわれました。
午後に空港へ行く場合にも、オススメです。

It was raining in the morning, but by the time we headed towards Noto, the rain stopped and we were able to enjoy a drive along Senrigahama, which was great. I heard that what used to be a one-night itinerary was done as a day trip this time, but they covered all the key points and we had a wonderful time. If possible, it would have been nice to have an extra 30 minutes at the Wajima Morning Market.

朝雨が降ってだけど、能登に向かっているうちに雨が止んで千里ヶ浜のドライブができてよかったです。今までなら一泊の行程を日帰りで行うとのことでしたが、ポイントは抑えてくれて全て楽しませていただきました。できれば、輪島の朝市があと30分余裕があったらよかった。

I live in Osaka, and I love open-top buses, so I took a ride. It was over in just an hour, so I thought it would be more enjoyable if there were a longer route.

大阪在住ですが、オープンバスが好きで乗りました。1時間であっという間だったのでもう少し長いコースがあれば楽しいなと思いました。

I think the time might be a bit short, but since they operate on schedule and will take you to the airport, it's perfect for the last day. I recommend it for those who want to enjoy until the very last moment.

ちょっと時間が短いかなぁと思わなくはないですが、時間ピッタリ運行で空港にも送ってくれるので、最終日にもってこいかと思います。
最後のギリギリまで楽しみたい方にはおすすめです。

It was closer to Shirakawa-go than I expected, and I was able to get there quickly. I had planned to return by Shinkansen that day, but I had plenty of time and was able to enjoy it. Also, with lunch included at this price, I am very satisfied.

思ったより金沢から近く、サクッと白川郷まで行けました。その日に新幹線で帰る予定でしたが、十分に間に合いましたし、楽しむ事が出来ました。
また、お昼もついてこのお値段なら大満足です。

Before participating, I was a bit concerned that the stay times at each destination might be too short. However, I found the timing to be exquisite and wonderful. I was impressed by the tour bus guide's remarkable storytelling skills and extensive knowledge, which kept the guests engaged. The meeting times, routes, and considerations for getting off midway after the guidance were all well thought out and easy to understand. I truly recommend Shodoshima for first-time visitors. Thank you very much.

参加前は各訪問先の滞在時間が少し短いのではないかと危惧していました。
しかし滞在時間の設定が絶妙で素晴らしいと感じました。
ご案内いただいた観光バスのガイド様の客を飽きさせない見事な話術と豊富な知識量に感動しました。
各所の集合時間や導線、案内後の途中下車の配慮等、ツアー設定も細部まで行き届いていて分かりやすかったです。
小豆島、初めての方に本当にお勧めです。
ありがとうございました。
//以上

This time, I didn't rent a car, so it was my first bus tour. I was attracted to the idea of being able to visit all the spots I wanted with my kids. I appreciated the kindness and thoughtfulness of the staff from Celestial Blue, including the tour guide and driver. However, the schedule was indeed tight. I felt that it might be tough unless the children are in elementary school or older, as it required strict time management. When trying to accommodate the kids' requests (for food and souvenirs), we ended up moving quickly or even dashing, so it might be easier to have prior information about the spots we were visiting. Our boys didn't mind the details, which made it easier for us. Although it was a tour, I enjoy having some time to wander around, and it's nice to have time to relax (without driving). I recommend it for those who are tired of traveling by car. Our family usually travels by car, and since our other itinerary was completely free, the time constraints felt refreshing and enjoyable. By the way, this was my first time experiencing rainy weather in Okinawa. Although we couldn't enjoy the scenery at the famous spots due to the rain, I think the number of spots we could visit and the cost were quite good. I would recommend it for those who have traveled to Okinawa several times or are okay with a bus tour. They take you along longer distances while you relax, and depending on the spots, I think I would consider repeating it next time. The kids also enjoyed it without complaints. With the number of spots on the bus tour, we were able to travel almost all over Okinawa in three days without a rental car. I am satisfied.

今回、レンタカーしなかったので初めてのバスツアー。行きたいスポットに子連れで全部行けるのが魅力的で申込みました。添乗員さん、運転手さん等セルリアンブルーのスタッフの方々の気遣い優しさが嬉しかったです。が、やはりスケジュールがタイトでした。ガッチリ時間管理して子供たちが小学生中学年以上でないと厳しいそうかなと思いました。子供達の要望（食べ物&お土産）を叶えてあげようとすると、ほぼ早歩き移動かダッシュ、事前に行くスポット情報把握した方が楽かなと。我が家は細かい事を気にしない男児でしたので楽だったのかな。ツアーだけど時間限定でぶらぶらするの好き、ぼーっと出来る時間（運転せずに移動）がある方が良い、車移動に飽きている人には、オススメです。私達家族は普段は車旅が多く、他の日程は完全フリーの旅行だったので、時間制限がなかなか新鮮で楽しかったです。ちなみに、今回雨の沖縄は初めてでした。名所が雨で景色を楽しめずでしたが、回れるスポット数、金額的には良かったかなと思います。何回か沖縄旅行行ってる方や、バスツアーで良いと割り切ってる方にはオススメかなと思います。割と長距離をぼーっとしながら連れて行ってくれるので、私はスポットによりけりですが、次回もリピートするのありかなと思っています。子供達も文句なく楽しんでいました。バスツアーのスポット数もあり、３日間の旅で、レンタカー無し、ほぼ沖縄全土移動出来ました。満足です。

Walking across the tidal flats to the island on a water buffalo cart was a first-time experience for me. I honestly didn't have high expectations for the lunch bento, but it was made with many local specialties and was delicious.

水牛車で干潟を歩いて島に渡るという体験は初めてでした。お昼ごはんのお弁当も、正直期待していなかったのですが名産品などを多く使用しており、美味しく頂けました。

My mother and I had a great time sightseeing. The guide and the driver were kind. Although the sightseeing stops felt a bit short, the views from the bus window were amazing, so it turned out to be just the right itinerary for the day. Perhaps the left side of the bus had a better view of Mount Yotei.

母娘で楽しく観光しました。ガイドさん。運転手さん親切でした。
ひとつひとつの停車観光時間が短い気もしましたが、車窓からの眺めが最高だったので、結果的に1日ちょうどいい行程でした。バスは左側の席が羊蹄山がよく見えたのかもしれません。