All Reviews for Bus Tours

The day before, I visited Yakusugi Land and the Jomon Sugi in the afternoon, and on this day, I had a course around the Western Forest Road and Okawa Falls. It was a sunny day, and the driver kindly explained various things, allowing me to have a very enjoyable half-day. I made great memories; thank you very much.

前日は午後にヤクスギランドや紀元杉を周ってこの日は西部林道や大川の滝を周るコースでした。
晴天で運転手さんも様々なことを丁寧にご説明してくださりとても楽しい半日を過ごすことができました。
良い思い出ができましたありがとうございます。

It was a tour on Sunday, and there were about 15 participants. Since I was traveling alone, I used two seats. I appreciated the morning temperature check, the disinfection for boarding, and the ventilation; I thought they did a great job. They served coffee once each way, which was a nice touch.

As for the sightseeing, compared to driving a rental car alone, we were able to visit many attractions, and above all, the guide's explanations were detailed, providing information that you wouldn't get from a guidebook, which was very helpful. The seafood bowl for lunch was also satisfying, topped with plenty of sashimi.

I was really glad to be able to go during this time of year when the weather was neither too hot nor too cold.

日曜日のツアーでしたが、参加は15名だったでしょうか。一人参加のため、2席分を使わせていただきました。朝の検温、乗車のための消毒、換気と、良くしていただいたと思っています。行きと帰りに1回ずつコーヒーを出してくださり、ホッとしました。
観光は、一人でレンタカーを利用することを思えば、たくさんの見どころを回っていただきましたし、何よりもガイドさんの説明が詳しく、ガイドブックだけでは得られない情報もあったりと、とてもありがたいものでした。昼食の海鮮丼も、たくさんのお刺身がのっていて、満足でした。
天候に恵まれ、暑くも寒くもないこの時期に行くことができて、本当に良かったです。

The guide was kind, and we had plenty of time to leisurely enjoy both the moss phlox and tulips. There were also places to eat for lunch, so I had no worries.

ガイドの方も親切で、芝桜、チューリップ共に十分な時間がありのんびり見ることができました。
昼食も食べるところもあって心配ありませんでした。

First, the final confirmation email only mentioned that the meeting place was the Hilton in Chatan, and when I called to confirm, I was told it was a location with parking. It would be better to provide more details since there are several parking areas. I was quite anxious in the morning. Everything else was very good! The stories explained by the guide along the way were also educational!

まず、最後の確認のメールに集合場所が北谷ヒルトンとしか記載がなく電話で確認すると駐車場がある場所と言われましたが駐車場も何箇所があるので詳しく書いた方がいいです。朝から焦りました。それ以外はとてもよかったです！途中でガイドさんが説明してくれる話も勉強になりました！

Shirakawa-go's nature and the impressive thatched-roof village. It was a highly satisfying course where I could experience Japan's nature and culture! The tour bus guide was also excellent, with perfect timing, conversation, and information!

There was a rice cracker baking experience along the way, and the freshly made rice crackers had a gentle flavor. It’s just right for a short break.

The return trip wasn't too late, so after getting back to the station, I had plenty of time to stroll around the city and relax at a café. I highly recommend it!

白川郷の自然と茅葺き屋根の立派な集落。日本の自然と文化を体験できる満足度の高いコースでした！
観光バスの案内係の方もとてもよく、間合いとトーク、情報量の全てが最適でした！！
途中でお煎餅焼き体験がありましたが、出来立てのお煎餅は優しい味がしました。小休憩がてらの立ち寄りにちょうど良いです。
帰りも遅すぎず、駅に戻ってから市内を散策したり、カフェでゆっくりするなど時間に余裕があるので、とてもおすすめです！！

The age group of participants is on the older side, but it's possible to get around without any difficulty. For those who do not use rental cars, taking the local buses for sightseeing is highly recommended.

参加者の年齢層は高めですが無理なく周ることが可能です。
レンタカーを利用しない人は路線バスを乗り継いで観光するよりずっとオススメです。

I went during the Golden Week in May. Tours to Hokkaido during this time are quite rare, so I chose this course since I wouldn't be able to see the flowers. The departure was early, but we were able to cover almost everything, so I’m glad I participated. However, since it was the off-peak season, there were few tourists, and many shops were closed. Lunch was free, but I tried various snacks recommended by the tour guide at the rest area, so I didn’t go into any shops. I was worried about the weather, but it was sunny at Cape Erimo, and the view was very nice. I would like to join again during the flower blooming season next time.

5月のGWに行きました
この時期の北海道ツアーはなかなかないので
花を見れないのでこちらのコースに
出発直は早いですがほぼほぼ全部回れるので
参加してよかったです
ただどこの閑散期なので観光客もまばらで閉まっているお店も多かったです
昼食は自由でしたが、休憩場所で添乗員さんおすすめのおやつをいろいろ食べたので、お店には入らずでした
天候が心配でしたが、地球岬では晴れて景色も良くとても良かったです。
次は花の咲くシーズンに参加したいですね

It was great that there was a shuttle service at the hotel. The weather was perfect, and it was adorable to ride the water buffalo twice. It was a tour that kept me entertained from start to finish.

ホテルに送迎があるのがとても良かった。
お天気も最高で、水牛に2回も乗って可愛かった。
次から次へと飽きないツアーでした。

On the first day of Golden Week, I went to Kyoto. It was my first time on a day trip bus tour, and I was a bit nervous, but the guide was very polite and explained everything clearly. Thanks to their thoughtful attention, including lunch and admission tickets, I was able to enjoy the day smoothly.

It was pouring rain, and my shoes and clothes were soaked and cold, but when the guide said, "You won't find Kyoto this empty any other time," I couldn't help but agree. I decided to think of the rainy (it was really heavy rain) Kyoto as having its own charm (laughs).

The driver's speed was frighteningly fast; it was really fast to the point where I was gripping my hands in fear. However, we made it from Osaka to Kyoto in under an hour, which I guess is a testament to their skill... I'll just leave it at that.

Since the weather was unfortunate this time, I hope to visit Kyoto on a sunny day next time. I look forward to it again then!

GW初日に京都へ行きました。
日帰りバスツアーというものが初めてで緊張してましたが、丁寧なガイドさんで説明もわかりやすく、お昼ご飯や拝観のチケット等、細やかな気遣いで終始スムーズに楽しめました。

大雨で靴も服もグッチョグッチョで寒かったですが、ガイドさんの『こんなに空いてる京都なんてないですよ』に、確かに〜と納得し、雨の(大雨でしたが)京都も趣があると思うことにしました（笑）

運転手さんの運転が怖いぐらい速くて、もうホントに速くて速くて手に汗握るほど怖かったですが、大阪から京都まで1時間かからず行けたのは熟練のなせる業なのか…？と、お茶を濁しておきます。

今回は生憎の天気だったので、次は晴れて日に京都へ行きたいです。その時はまたよろしくお願いします。

The Shakotan Peninsula requires you to rent a car individually, so I made a reservation here. It was very comfortable with only 12 people, possibly because it was the off-season. The scenery was wonderful, but it was very windy, and they closed the area partway through. Be prepared to walk quite a bit to reach the lighthouse. The seafood bowl for lunch was delicious. I think it was a good deal.

積丹半島は個人ではレンタカーなどを借りないといけないのでこちらを申し込みました。シーズンオフなのか12名でとても少なくて快適でした。景色は素晴らしく良かったですが、とても風が強くて途中で閉門されました。灯台まではかなり歩きますので覚悟してください。
ランチは海鮮丼がおいしかったです。お得なのではないでしょうか。

We boarded a mini bus with a small group on time and went island hopping. We made a brief stop at a photo spot that was easily visible from the window. The guide's explanations were very clear, and when we talked about "Twenty-Four Eyes," I found myself getting emotional. This is an experience that you wouldn't be able to feel if you were just driving around in a rental car or cycling.

定刻通り少人数でミニバスに乗って島めぐりしました。
車窓からもよく見える写真スポットにチョイ停止をしてくれました。
ガイドさんの説明がとても分かりやすくて、二十四の瞳を語るところは
うるうるするようになった次第です。
レンタカーや自転車で回っていたら感じることのできない体験です。

They efficiently took us around the sightseeing spots. The weather was rainy, but I've heard that Kabira Bay looks beautiful on both sunny and rainy days. (It's said that it doesn't look as beautiful on cloudy days.) So, I'm glad I participated even though it was raining. The lunch was also delicious.

観光名所を効率よく巡ってくれます。天気は雨でしたが、川平湾は晴れの日と雨の日が綺麗に見えるそうです。(曇り空が1番綺麗に見えないそうです。)なので、雨だけど参加してよかったです。お昼ご飯もおいしかったです。

Unfortunately, due to the rain, the glass-bottom boat tour was canceled, and we switched to a bus tour and a water buffalo cart, but I had a great time. The bus tour guide and the water buffalo cart guide explained everything very clearly, and during the water buffalo cart ride, they sang "Naiyuu Soosoo" with the Okinawan shamisen, which was very moving. The scenery was exactly what I had seen in photos and knew to be Okinawa, and I was truly impressed.

あいにく雨で、グラスボートは中止になってしまいバス観光と水牛車になりましたが十分楽しめました。バス観光のガイドさん、水牛車のガイドの方もとてもわかりやすく説明してくれ、水牛車では沖縄三味線で“涙そうそう〟を唄ってくれたのがグッときました。
景色が私が写真とかで見て知ってるこれぞ沖縄‼︎で感動しました。

The only place I could go on a day when I couldn't visit Jomon Sugi or Shiratani Unsuikyo due to heavy rain. However, it was frightening to see water flowing down the mountainside like a waterfall.

縄文杉も白谷雲水峡も大雨で行けなかった日に唯一行けた。でも滝のような雨で山の斜面を水が流れ落ちていて怖かった

It was a journey with just one driver. I think it must be really tough to do everything alone, but I wish there was at least a little guidance about the places to visit before getting off. Since it’s difficult to provide information while driving, it would be helpful to convey an overview of the location, its history, and points of interest through a recorded audio guide. Just being told the meeting time leaves participants confused about how to make the most of the short sightseeing time. It’s essential for participants to research the sightseeing points in advance.

Also, while it's understandable that there can be issues at the start of the trip, I feel there could have been a bit more recovery in the itinerary during the journey (like the relationship between Toyako Onsen and Showa Shinzan).

All the sightseeing points were wonderful!

ドライバーお一人での行程でした。
全てお一人でというのは本当に大変だと思いますが、訪問する場所の案内が降車する前に少しでもあるといいのに、、と思いました。
運転しながらは難しいと思うので、録音した音声でその場所の概要、成り立ちや魅力のポイントなどを伝えるなど。。
集合時間だけ伝えられても、短い観光時間をどう使えばいいのか、戸惑います。
参加される方、観光ポイント事前調べが必須です。

また、出発時のトラブルはしょうがないにしても、途中の行程(洞爺湖温泉街と昭和新山の位置関係、)を工夫するなど、もう少しリカバリーが出来たような気もします。

観光ポイントはどこも素晴らしかったです！

The shiba sakura and tulips were both very nice. The tulips, in particular, were impressive! However, it seems better to think of this as a tour or a similar experience to taking a highway bus. It's definitely a relief since it's quite difficult to get to Yubetsu from Sapporo on your own.

Having two drivers made me feel safe, but there was no guide during the trip. After boarding, there was no explanation of the itinerary, and there were no announcements about rest stops. (As stated in the application URL, this isn't a problem, and you can see where you are on Google Maps.) However, it might feel a bit strange for those used to group bus tours.

When I asked the driver if we needed to pay the entrance fee ourselves upon arrival, everyone was taken aback (laughs). When I mentioned that it was included in the tour fee, they hurriedly bought the tickets.

Since there were only eight participants this time, we used a microbus. I tried to watch videos on my smartphone during the ride, but I gave up since I couldn't charge it. Unfortunately, my seatbelt was broken, which was a bit scary while driving on the highway.

For lunch, I recommend preparing a quantity similar to what you usually eat. If you try to hold back thinking you'll enjoy local gourmet food at the sightseeing spot, you might find you don't have much to buy and end up getting hungry. If you're okay with anything, you can eat at the shop in Takinoue Park.

芝桜もチューリップもとても良かったです。特にチューリップは見応えがありました！
ただ、こちらはツアーというか、高速バスと同じような感覚で利用した方が良さそうです。
札幌から湧別まで自力で行くのは大変なので、ありがたい企画なのは間違いないです。
運転手さんが2名体制で運転は安心ですが、道中のガイドなどはありません。
搭乗後もとくに行程の説明なく、休憩場所のアナウンスもありません。(申込URLに記載のとおりなので、困ることはありませんし、Google mapでいまどの辺を移動中かもわかります)
ただ、団体バスツアーに慣れている方にとっては違和感があるかもしれません。
運転手さんに目的地に到着後、入園料は各自払うんですかね？と聞かれたので、参加者一同目が点になりました(笑)
ツアー代込みとのことをお伝えすると、あたふた入場券を購入されてました。
今回は参加者が8名のせいか、マイクロバス利用でした。移動中にスマホで動画見ようとしてましたが、充電も出来ないので諦めました。
運が悪かったのか、私の座席はシートベルトが壊れてて使えませんでした。高速道路走行中はちょっと怖かったです。
お昼はいつも食べる位の量を用意するのをおすすめします。観光地感覚でご当地グルメを楽しみたいと思って控えめにすると特に買いたいものもなく、お腹が空くと思います。何でも良ければ、滝上公園の売店で食べれます。

Initially, I was considering traveling by rental car, but I found this tour and decided to join. I'm glad we were able to visit the observation deck overlooking Shirakawa-go. There were some narrow sections of the road, and I think it would have been difficult if I had been traveling by rental car. The guide was also a wonderful person, and it became a very good memory. I'm glad I participated.

　当初、レンタカーでの移動を検討しておりましたが、こちらのツアーを見つけて参加しました。白川郷を見下ろせる展望台へも行けて良かったです。道幅が狭い箇所もあり、レンタカーで移動していたら大変だったと思いました。ガイドさんも素敵な方で、とても良い思い出になりました。参加して良かったです。

I have participated in similar tours several times, but this was my first experience visiting the Churaumi Aquarium first. However, this course is more efficient. It's a classic, but seeing the whale shark always brings a sense of calm. For lunch, I had yakisoba at the aquarium, but it was almost like "yakiudon." Manza Beach had a nice parking lot, but the old cluttered souvenir shops are gone, and it feels like the Okinawan charm that reminded me of Asia has disappeared, which made me a bit sad. Like everywhere else, it's unfortunate that due to COVID-19, we can't sample products at the souvenir shops. American Village is geared towards young people, so I found myself with too much free time. Overall, I think the cost performance of the tour is good.

I boarded from in front of the Okinawa Prefectural Office, but since there was no staff, it seems that the meeting place is difficult to find for first-timers.

これまで何度か同様のツアーに参加していますが、最初に美ら海水族館を訪れるパターンは初めてでした。でもこのコースのほうが効率的です。定番ですがジンベイザメはいつ見ても気持ちがおだやかになります。昼食は水族館内で焼きそばをいただきましたが、ほとんど「焼うどん」でした。万座毛は駐車場がきれいになっていましたが、昔のごちゃごちゃした土産物店がなくなり、アジアを連想させる沖縄らしさが消えてしまったようで、少し寂しく感じました。どこでもそうですが、コロナの影響で、土産物売り場で試食ができないのはやはり残念です。アメリカンビレッジは若者向けですので、じいさんは時間を持て余しました。ツアー全体としてはコスパはよいと思います。
なお沖縄県庁前から乗車しましたが、係員がいないため、初めての人には集合場所がわかりにくいようです。

It was great to hear about hidden spots and stories that aren't listed in online guides or guidebooks. I will definitely use this service again if I get the chance!

ネットやガイドブックには、掲載されていないような、穴場スポットやお話が聞けて、スゴく良かったです。機会があればまた利用します！

"Gangala Valley" is a mystical tourist spot where you can feel the ancient history created by nature! Walking while imagining the connection between human history and oneself was a very meaningful experience. The extraordinary atmosphere was truly wonderful.

「ガンガラーの谷」 は、大自然が造りあげた太古の歴史を感じる神秘的な観光スポットです！人類の歴史と自分との繋がりを想像しながら歩くのはとても有意義な時間でした。非日常な感じがとてもよかったです。

I was anxious about driving in an unfamiliar area, so I joined this tour. It was great to visit the highlights of Yakushima on a one-day course. You can also buy Yakushima souvenirs at the lunch stop. The included transportation was very appreciated.

　知らない土地で車を運転するのが不安だったので、こちらに参加しました。一日コースで屋久島観光の見どころを回れて良かったです。ランチのところ等で屋久島のお土産も買えます。
　送迎付きなのがとてもありがたかったです。

First of all, the tour price is attractive.
With the airport transfer included, this price is a great deal.

Sefa Utaki, being a World Heritage site, had a majestic atmosphere.
The explanations from the veteran bus guide were easy to understand, and I thought, "This is professionalism."

I wanted to take more time at Okinawa World.
I felt a bit unsatisfied, and it was disappointing that we arrived at the airport more than 30 minutes earlier than scheduled.

まずは　ツアー料金が魅力的です
空港までの送迎も入って　この料金はお得です

斎場御獄は　さすが世界遺産だけあり
荘厳な雰囲気でした
ベテランバスガイドさんの説明も　わかりやすくて
これぞ　プロフェッショナルだなと思いました

おきなわワールドは　もっとゆっくり見たかったです
物足りないな　と思っているのに
空港到着が　30分以上も予定より早かったのが
残念だな　と思いました

The mangrove tour was amazing! The guide's explanations were interesting and their knowledge was incredible!

The water buffalo was cute too!

マングローブツアー最高でした！ガイドさんの説明が面白くて知識も半端なかった！

水牛も可愛かった！

I was taken to the places I wanted to visit in Noto, and it was great to hear various stories from the guide on the bus. The coffee that was brewed for us twice during the morning and afternoon bus rides was also delicious.

能登の行きたい所に連れて行ってもらい、バスの中てもガイドさんからいろんな話が聞けて良かった。
午前と午後2回バスの中で淹れてくれたコーヒーも美味しかった。

I would have preferred a female guide since the guide was an older man. It was disappointing that there wasn't much guidance or information on the bus, especially since it was my first time exploring this area, and I wanted to hear more information.

ガイドさんがおじさんだったので女性が良かったです。
お疲れでしょうからとバスの中でもあまり案内や情報がないのは残念でせっかく初めての土地巡りをしてるのだから色々と情報を聞きたかったです。

The pickup was on time. During the bus ride, the guide shared detailed information about Okinawa and the sightseeing spots. I was glad to learn so much. Since I'm traveling alone and don't have a car, I always use the bus in Okinawa, but with this kind of tour, it's convenient and enjoyable because you just sit back and get taken to the destinations. Although it was a half-day tour, I was able to spend a more fulfilling time than I had imagined.

時間通りにお迎え。移動のバス内で、ガイドさんが、沖縄の事や、観光するスポットについて、詳しくお話ししてくださいました。
色々知る事ができてよかったです。
1人旅だし、車はないしなので、沖縄はいつもバス利用なのですが、こういうツアーは乗っているだけで、連れて行ってもらえるので、便利で楽です。
半日ツアーですが、想像したより充実した時間を過ごすことができました。

On May 9th, there were three participants, so our guide, Mr. Hidaka, drove the taxi and guided us. He was knowledgeable about the island's geology, plants, animals, history, and customs, and I was impressed by his thorough explanations.

5/9は参加者3名だったため、ガイドの日高さんがタクシーを運転し、ガイドをしてくださいました。島の地質、植物、動物、歴史、風習などにお詳しく、丁寧に教えて頂き感激でした。

Last year, when I visited Taketomi Island, I was captivated by the water buffalo, so this time I wanted to ride one by the seaside and joined this tour. Unfortunately, it was rainy, but I was still able to enjoy the mangroves on Iriomote Island, the water buffalo on Yubu Island, and the water buffalo on Taketomi Island. Especially on Yubu Island, I was able to touch the water buffalo, which was amazing. I think it would have been even more fun if the weather had been clear, so I hope to visit again someday.

昨年、竹富島に行った際に水牛に魅せられてから、今度は海辺で水牛に乗りたいと思い、本ツアーに参加しました。あいにくの雨天でしたが、西表島でのマングローブも由布島での水牛も、竹富島での水牛も楽しむことができました。特に由布島では水牛に触れることもできて最高でした。晴天だったらもっと楽しいだろうなと思いますので、いつか再訪したいと思います。

When I arrived at Lake Toya, I really felt like I had come to Hokkaido! I was very satisfied to be taken to Shikotsu-Toya National Park and Cape Chikyu in Muroran City. Noboribetsu Hell Valley was also amazing. It was great to have a small group for the tour, and the tour conductor was very polite.

洞爺湖に着いた時は北海道に来たーっ！という感じになりました。支笏洞爺国立公園と室蘭市地球岬まで連れて行って貰えて大満足です。登別の地獄谷も最高でした。少人数で開催してもらえてツアーコンダクターの方も丁寧でよかったです。

We went with our 5 and 3-year-old children, and the experience was so packed that we enjoyed it without wasting any time. I would like to go again next time.

5歳3歳の子連れで行きました、１日で凝縮したような内容なんで無駄な時間なく楽しめました。
また行く時はお願いしたいです