All Reviews for Bus Tours

It was a trip during the pandemic, but I felt that hygiene management, such as temperature checks and mask-wearing, was well taken care of. It was just my 4-year-old son and me, and the ferry ride was short, so we didn't get bored and had a great time. As soon as we arrived at Taketomi Island, we took a glass-bottom boat, and there were only half the capacity, which made it enjoyable. My son was very excited to see so many fish and looked like he was having a lot of fun. It was a pity that the guide's explanations were a bit hard to hear. The water buffalo cart ride was also relaxing and very enjoyable. It was a tour that I definitely want to do again.

コロナの中での旅行でしたが、検温、マスク着用など衛生管理はしっかりされてると思いました。
4歳の息子と二人でしたが、フェリーの時間が短いので飽きることもなく、楽しめていました。
竹富島に着いてすぐにグラスボートでしたが、定員の半分しかいなく、子供はたくさんのお魚に大興奮でとても楽しそうでした。
ガイドさんの説明が少し聞き取りづらかったのが残念。
水牛車ものんびりできてとても楽しめました。
またぜひ行きたいと思うツアーでした。

When I boarded the bus, I noticed that the seats next to me were left empty, which made me feel that proper COVID-19 measures were being taken.

At the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, you can reserve seats by the tank in a restaurant where you can enjoy a meal while watching the whale sharks. Despite it being Sunday, I was seated after just a 15-minute wait, so be sure to announce your name upon arrival at the large tank. There was a time limit of about 40 minutes, but it was enough time to enjoy taco rice.

The freshly made sata andagi at the newly constructed facility on the second floor of Manzamo was delicious. There were about 5 to 6 varieties, each costing 90 yen. You can enjoy them while sitting on the terrace with a view of the sea.

The only disappointment was that the weather on Kouri Island wasn't great. There's nothing that can be done about that.

I believe the main reason I had such a comfortable day was that the guide was wonderful. They provided guidance along the way with a pleasant voice, and their warm and gentle personality was truly soothing.

バスに乗り込むと、前後と通路を挟んだお隣は空席にしてあり、コロナ対策がしっかりとなされていると感じました。
美ら海水族館ではジンベイザメを眺めながら食事が出来るレストランの水槽側の席が予約可能です。日曜日にもかかわらず待ち時間15分で案内されたので、巨大水槽についたらまず名前を告げて予約しましょう。40分くらいの時間制限がありましたが、タコライスを食べるには十分な時間です。
万座毛に新たに建設された施設2階の揚げたてサーターアンダギーが
美味しかったです。5～6種類あり、1個90円。テラス席で海を見ながらいただけます。
唯一残念だったのは、古宇利島でお天気が良くなかったこと。こればかりは仕方ありません。
快適な一日を過ごせた最大の理由は、ガイドさんが素晴らしかったからだと思います。心地の良い声で道中案内してくださって、温かく穏やかなお人柄に癒されました。

I was staying at a hotel in Yomitan Village and didn't have a rental car, but I really wanted to go to the Churaumi Aquarium, so I joined a tour. The tour efficiently covered the sightseeing spots, and there was no pressure to buy souvenirs, so I truly enjoyed it. The guide was great as well.

読谷村のホテルに泊まっていてレンタカーを借りていなかったのですが、どうしても美ら海水族館に行きたくて参加しました。
ツアーは効率よく観光場所を回り、無理にお土産等買わせようということもみられなかったので、本当に楽しめました。
ガイドさんもよかったです。

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island, so I chose to visit three islands.

I had no interest in the ox cart and mangroves, but I was moved by them. Yujiro, who was a part-time worker until Yufu Island, was a smart kid who got into the frame by himself and tied the reins on his own. Ryu, the handsome guy from Taketomi Island, was also wonderful. Everyone was great!

初めての石垣島でしたので 3島巡りを
選択しました。

牛車 マングローブ 全く興味がなかったのですが
感動しました。
ゆふ島までの アルバイトの裕次郎君
ゆふ島の 枠の中に自分で入ったり
たずな？をくぐって自分でつける 頭の良い子
竹富島のイケメン りゅう君
皆 素敵でした♪

Shirakawa-go in the early morning was especially quiet, and the air was clean, which was wonderful. On the bus, the guide shared various stories that were educational, but it wasn't a constant presence, so I felt like I was enjoying a free-spirited journey. Since I was able to visit both Gokayama and Shirakawa-go on the same day, I could clearly see the differences, and including the rice cracker baking experience, I had a fun day.

朝早い白川郷は特に人も少なく、空気もきれいで最高でした。バスの中ではガイドさんが色々なお話をしてくださり勉強になりましたし、といってずっと付きっ切りという訳ではないので自由な旅をしている感じでも楽しめます。五箇山と白川郷を同じ日に回れたので違いもよくわかりましたし、おせんべい焼き体験も含め、楽しい一日を過ごせました。

Due to the pandemic, there were only four participants! Moreover, all of us were solo travelers (laughs). But thanks to that, we were able to bond and it turned into a fun trip! Thank you for operating with such a small group.

コロナ禍のせいか参加者が4人！
しかも全員1人参加同士（笑）
でもおかげで仲良くなれて楽しい旅と
なりました！少人数での運行ありがとうございます。

The tour was great as it allowed us to appreciate the beauty of each island. However, the COVID-19 measures were lacking, such as not addressing participants who did not wear masks. Please improve this.

ツアーはそれぞれの島の良さがわかり非常に良かったです。ただ、マスクを付けずに参加する人に注意しないなどコロナ対策は今一歩でした。改善ください。

This time, I participated in a tour through the GO TO campaign. Since I went on a weekday, there weren't too many participants, and I was able to relax in the spacious seats of the bus until we arrived at our destination. In Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, there were few tourists due to COVID-19, so I was able to take a lot of photos, and I'm glad I went now. I felt that three hours in Shirakawa-go was not enough. The tour guide's explanations were clear and helpful. The campaign made it affordable, and although it would be difficult to get to Shirakawa-go on my own, this day trip was very easy and appealing for someone like me who doesn't have much time!

今回はGO TOキャンペーンでツアーに参加しました。
平日に行ったので、ツアーの参加者も多すぎず、バス内では席も広く目的地に到着するまでゆったり過ごせました。
白川郷や五箇山ではコロナの関係もあり、観光客の人は少なく、写真も沢山撮れて、今行けて良かったなと思います。
白川郷の滞在時間が3時間では足りないと思うくらいでした。
ツアーガイドさんも説明がわかりやすくよかったです。
キャンペーンで安くなったのと、白川郷まで自分で行くのは難しいけれど、日帰りでとても楽に行けて、時間がない私にとっては魅力的なツアーでした！

At first, we had our temperatures checked and sanitized before boarding, and we sanitized every time we got on the bus. There were assigned seats to keep groups separated, and half of the seats were empty.

Perhaps because there were few participants, we gathered earlier than the meeting time, so we returned earlier as well.

Lunch was quite generous, and thanks to the GOTO campaign, it was a great deal. The regional common coupons were also very useful for dinner, making it a fantastic bargain.

Both the driver and the guide provided various explanations and were very pleasant.

Even though we were worried about the typhoon, the weather turned out to be cloudy and sunny, which was perfect.

I’m glad I signed up for this tour.

最初は検温・除菌して乗り込み、バスに乗るたび除菌しました。グループごと離れるよう座席指定がありました。半分は空席でした。
参加者が少ないからか、集合時間より早く集まったので帰って来たのが早かったです。
お昼ご飯も中々たっぷりしてたのにGOTOキャンペーンでとってもお得で良かったです。
地域共通クーポンも夕飯に使えて超お得でした。
運転手さんもガイドさんも色々説明してくれて、とても感じが良かったです。
台風の心配をしてたのに曇りと晴れで最高でした。
このツアーを申し込んで正解でした。

I participated using the GoTo campaign. According to the guide, before COVID-19, it was fully booked every day. After reopening, it seems to be quite empty. There were only five participants on the day I joined.
The main stops were Manzamo, Kouri Island, Okashi Goten, Churaumi Aquarium, and Pineapple Park.
Each sightseeing spot was enjoyable to some extent, but since Okashi Goten also has a store in Naha's Kokusai Street, I honestly felt it wasn't necessary. Still, the staff at the sales store were very pleasant.
Additionally, we had lunch there, but the Okinawa soba was lukewarm and honestly did not suit my taste at all. It might have been better to use the cafeteria at the Kouri Island rest area.
I had heard the song from Pineapple Park many times at Don Quijote on Kokusai Street, so I felt, "Is this the place?" Also, the renovations varied greatly from place to place, which made me confused about whether the route we were taking was correct, and it took a long time to get through. The commercial aspect was very strong, and I wondered about that. Personally, I imagined a place where I could compare and taste different varieties of fresh pineapples.
That said, for those who want to enjoy the northern part without renting a car, this might be the best tour option.

GoToキャンペーンを利用して参加。ガイドさんに聞いたところコロナ前は連日満席。再開後は閑古鳥が鳴いているということでした。当日参加者は5名と少数。
主な停車場所は万座毛、古宇利島、御菓子御殿、美ら海水族館、パイナップルパーク。
各観光箇所はそれなりに楽しめましたが、御菓子御殿は那覇・国際通りにも店舗があるので正直必要性は…という感じ。それでも販売店舗の方の店員さんの感じは非常によかったです。
更にそこで昼食だったのですが沖縄そばがぬるかったし正直わたしの口にはまったく合いませんでした。古宇利島休憩所の食堂を利用した方がよかったかも。
パイナップルパークは曲を国際通りのドンキホーテで何度となく聴いていたので「ここがその場所か」という感じでした。また、改装の具合が場所ごとに全く違うことから移動しているルートが正しいのか戸惑い、抜けるのに時間がかかるのと商業色がめっちゃ強くてどうなんだろうなぁという感じです。個人的には素のパイナップルを品種別に比較して食べられるようなところを想像していました。
それでもレンタカーを借りないで少しでも北部を楽しもうとする人には一番向いたツアーではないでしょうか。

I had plenty of time to explore each site, and I was able to enjoy sightseeing efficiently without having to drive myself. Although I was concerned about COVID-19, it was reassuring that everyone was sanitized when getting on and off. The tour didn't include lunch, but I was happy to receive a complimentary sandwich.

どこの見学も充分な時間があり、自分で運転せずに、効率よく観光することができました。コロナの心配もありましたが、乗り降りの際に全員除菌するので、安心でした。お昼ご飯が付いていないコースでしたが、サービスでサンドイッチも一枚頂けて嬉しかったです。

I made a last-minute trip reservation the day before, but everything was processed smoothly, and I am satisfied. The bus tour and the guide were both very dedicated, and I felt positively about it. I'm glad I participated.

突然、思い立った旅行で前日の予約でしたが
全てスムーズに処理されて満足です。
バスツアーもガイドさんも一生懸命で好感が持てました、参加して良かったです。

I enjoyed the glass board, the bus, and the water buffalo. I was very satisfied with all of them. In particular, I felt a relaxed time with the water buffalo, which made me very happy.

グラスボード
バス
水牛
と楽しみました。どれもとても満足でした。
特に水牛はのんびりした時間を感じれ、大変満足しました。

The mangroves of Iriomote Island, the water buffalo cart to Yufu Island, the water buffalo cart on Taketomi Island, and the guidance from the bus driver were all enjoyable experiences for sightseeing.

西表島のマングローブ、由布島へ渡る水牛車、武富島の水牛車、バスの運転手さんのガイド、どれも楽しく観光出来ました。

I chose this tour because it was convenient for traveling to and from Shirakawa-go. I wanted to join a tour that also included Takayama, but since the schedule didn't match, I participated in this one instead. The guide's talk during the bus ride was informative, with just the right amount of detail—not too much and not too little. In Shirakawa-go, we visited the largest house and then had free time to stroll around, check out 2-3 souvenir shops, and leisurely head to the designated restaurant for our meal. The food was delicious. After that, we went to Gokayama and stopped by a rice cracker shop on the way back, making for a packed tour.

白川郷までの行き帰りが便利なのでツアーにしました。高山も一緒に回れるツアーに行きたかったのですが、日程が合わなかったためにこちらのツアーに参加しました。行き帰りのバスの中でのガイドさんのお話は、詳しいながらも多すぎることもなく少ないこともない適量でした。白川郷では一番大きい1軒のみ中を見学し、あとはゆっくり歩いて見て回り、お土産やさんを2～3軒みて、それから食事に決められた場所へゆっくり向かうくらいの自由時間でした。食事は美味しかったです。その後、五箇山に行き、更にお煎餅やさんに寄って帰るという、盛り沢山のツアーでした。

I also participated in the afternoon on the day I arrived. Since my return flight was in the afternoon, I joined the tour to explore half of the island in the morning (combined with the morning session). The same guide as last time was leading the tour. We visited several famous spots, and the guide provided a lot of information about Yakushima and the tourist sites even while we were on the bus.

At one point on the Western Forest Road, we got off the bus and walked while receiving explanations about the World Heritage site, where we were able to see monkeys and deer right in front of us. The large souvenir shop at the end was convenient since the airport shop is small, allowing us to buy various items at the end of the tour. The staff was very kind and accommodating, making adjustments as needed.

While it might be different for repeat visitors, I think it's worth participating at least once if you're coming for the first time. Information that you might miss just by looking at the pamphlet sticks in your mind when you hear it in person, and it helps you remember the island's history and current situation. Knowing this enhances the experience, making it more enjoyable than just participating in activities at the site.

着いた日の午後も参加しました。
帰りも午後の飛行機でしたので午前中で島半分（午前の部と合わせて）観光できるとのことで参加しました。
前回と同じガイドさんでした。
名所を何ヶ所が回って行きますが、バスの車内でも屋久島について、観光地についての情報を沢山教えてくれました。
途中西部林道ではバスを降りて歩きながら世界遺産の説明を受けそこでは猿と鹿も目の前で見ることが出来ました。
大きなお土産屋さんが終点なのも、空港の売店は小さいので最後に色々買えて都合が良かったですし、色々融通を利いてくれたりとっても親切に対応して頂けました。
リピーターは別かもしれませんが、初めてくるなら一度参加した方が良いと思います。パンフレットを見ただけではすり抜けてしまう情報も実際に聞くと頭に残り島の歴史や現状が記憶に残ります。
それを知って観光するとその場だけアクティビティを楽しむよりより楽しめるなと思いました。

I participated alone. There was another person who also joined alone, so I didn't feel too awkward. The main attraction was the Churaumi Aquarium, and I was able to see various places in one day, including Manzamo and Nago Pineapple Park. It had been nearly 10 years since my last visit to Okinawa, but the beauty of the scenery was just as stunning, and I really enjoyed it.

1人で参加しました。他にも1人で参加されている方がいたので気まずい思いはそこまでしませんでした。
美ら海水族館をメインに、万座毛や名護パイナップルパークなど1日で色んな所を見れました。
約10年近くぶりの沖縄でしたが、景色の美しさは変わらずとても楽しめました。

I participated alone, but I was glad I could go to the places I wanted to visit. They had proper COVID-19 measures in place, and the seating arrangements were considerate, allowing me to spend my time comfortably. The Churaumi Aquarium, which I really wanted to visit, was breathtaking. There was plenty of free time to enjoy everything thoroughly.

1人で参加しましたが行きたい場所に行く事が出来て良かったです。
コロナ対策もきちんとしており座席も考えていて
気持ちよく過ごせました。
どうしても行きたかった美ら海水族館は感動しました。自由行動の時間も多く十分楽しめました。

It was a place that was a bit difficult to visit alone, but there was a sightseeing bus that took us to the two desired locations, allowing us to use our time very efficiently. I was very satisfied to visit the Sefa Utaki and the Valley of Gangala, as well as the caves and sacred sites that have remained since ancient times.

一人なのでなかなか行きづらい場所でしたが、観光バスで希望の2箇所周遊があり、とても効率よく回れる時間も有効に使えました。斎場御嶽と、ガンガーラの谷と、古代から残る洞窟や聖地に行けてとても満足です。

Despite participating during the COVID-19 pandemic, I was able to enjoy it without any worries. Although the weather was rainy, Shirakawa-go was still a breathtaking sight. The recommended photo spots and souvenirs from the tour guide were also very satisfying. I received an email on my way home saying that I would be eligible for a Goto Travel discount and would even receive a cashback. Thank you very much.

コロナ渦の参加でしたが不安なく楽しめました。
雨模様でしたが白川郷も感動の景色でした。
添乗員さんおすすめの撮影スポット、お土産も大満足でした。
帰宅途中にgoto対象になるとのメールがありキャッシュバックまでしていただけるとのこと。
ありがとうございました。

I live in Kyoto, but I decided to do some sightseeing in the city and tried a hop-on, hop-off bus! Even on familiar roads, seeing them from the second floor of the bus felt fresh and gave me a new perspective. Both kids and adults were excited. Occasionally, there were regular sightseeing buses mixed in, but when I asked the staff, they informed me that the next one would be a double-decker, so I waited for just under an hour while enjoying the sights.

京都市内に住んでいますが、あえて市内観光をしてみようと思い、乗り降り自由なやつに乗ってみました！
いつも通る道でも、バスの2階から見ると、目線が高く新鮮に感じました。
子どもはモチロン、大人もウキウキできました。
たまに、普通の観光バスのタイプが混ざっていたのですが、スタッフの方に聞けば、次に来るのは2階建てであることを教えてくださったので、1時間弱、観光しながら2階建てを待ちました。

It was my family's first trip to Hokkaido, and although we were worried about COVID, we had no problems and were able to see a lot of things. My family was really happy. The all-you-can-eat melons were the best—sweet and incredibly delicious. The Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls were very beautiful. I want to use Veltra for my next trip.

家族と初の北海道旅行でコロナの心配もあったのですが全然問題なく色々見れました^_^
家族も凄く喜んでくれました。
メロン食べ放題は最高
甘くてめちゃくちゃ美味しかった。
青い池と白ひげの滝は凄く綺麗でした。
またveltraを使って旅行したいと思います。

I have traveled to Okinawa many times, but since I'm not good at driving, I decided to take the bus to the northern part and joined this tour!
It was my first time visiting the Tropical Dream Center. The orchid flowers were very vibrant and beautiful. Also, the view from the observation deck inside the facility offers a panoramic view of the blue ocean. It was breathtaking!
At the Okashi Goten, the fresh purple sweet potato tart was delicious.
During the bus ride, the bus guide sang Okinawan songs, and I had a great time.

沖縄旅行は何度もしているのですが、車の運転が苦手なため、北部へはバスで行こうと思いこのツアーに参加させていただきました！
熱帯ドリームセンターへは初めて行きました。ランの花がとても鮮やかでキレイでした。また施設内の遠見台から見る景色は青い海を一望できます。絶景でした！
お菓子御殿では生の紅イモタルトがおいしかったです。
バス乗車中は、バスガイドさんが沖縄の歌を歌ってくれるなど楽しい時を過ごせました。

It was amazing to tour on a double-decker bus while feeling the breeze. The scenery I always see looked fresh and new. The cherry blossom season and illuminations also seem enjoyable.

風を感じながら2階立てバスで観光最高です。
いつも見ている景色が新鮮にみえました。
桜の時期やイルミネーションも楽しそう。

I participated in a bus tour and arrived at Seifa Utaki earlier than scheduled. During the waiting time, I was able to stroll around Chita Peninsula Park. The weather was nice, and Kudaka Island looked beautiful.

The guide's explanations and the handmade picture story were great. After visiting Utaki, I bought some sata andagi.

At Okinawa World, the limestone cave was impressively long. But the highlight was the Eisa performance, where five women took turns dancing for 30 minutes. They jumped while playing drums and lifted their legs high; it was amazing. If you check the Eisa schedule and prioritize watching it, you'll have a lot of fun.

There were also coupon discounts, which made it relatively easy to enjoy the less accessible Nanjo.

バスツアー参加、当日予定よりも早くせーふぁ御嶽に着いて、待ち時間、知多岬公園を散策できた。天気も良く久高島が綺麗に見えた。

ガイドさんの解説も手作り紙芝居もあり、良かった。御嶽見学後、サータアンダーギを買って摘んだ。

沖縄ワールドでは、鍾乳洞が長くすごかった。でも一番良かったのは、エイサー、女性5人が入れ変わり立ち代わり30分、動き回る。太鼓を叩きながらジャンプしたり足を高く上げたり、凄かった。エイサーの時間確認して優先して見ると楽しいです。

クーポン割引もあり、比較的行きにくい南城をうまく楽しめました。

I participated in a tour in mid-September. The guide introduced recommended spots on the bus, which allowed us to efficiently visit the highlights during our exploration time. It was just the time when the rice fields were starting to change color, creating a beautiful landscape that looked like something out of a storybook.

9月中旬にツアー参加しました。バスの中ではガイドさんがおすすめのスポットなどを紹介して下さり、おかげで散策の時間に効率的に見所を巡れました。
ちょうど田んぼの稲が色付き始めている時期で、昔話の絵本に出てくるような、とても綺麗な風景でした。

The staff at the ferry terminal counter were very nice.

I was able to relax a lot, anyway. It was great to receive coupons that can be used in the area through the Go To campaign.

Be careful if you rent a bike at the water buffalo place, as it's quite expensive! It's easier to walk to the beach. It seemed like biking would be tough on the hills.

フェリーターミナルのカウンターの方は感じが良かったです。

とにかくのんびりできました。
go to キャンペーンで　地域で使えるクーポンがもらえて良かった。

水牛の所でレンタサイクルすると　かなり高いから注意！
ビーチまで　歩いた方が楽だし。
自転車の方は坂道大変そうだった。

I participated in a half-day sightseeing tour of Yakushima. There were 15 passengers, all of whom were older than me. Every place we visited had its highlights, and I was very satisfied.
- Okawa Falls: It was impressive and never got boring to watch.
- Nakama Gajumaru: The roots were intertwined, making it hard to tell where the trunk ended and the roots began.
- Seibu Forest Road: Just as the guidebook described, I encountered monkeys and deer. The monkeys were not wary of people, so I couldn't help but stare at them up close.

屋久島観光半日観光ツアーに参加した。
乗客は１５名で自分より年配の方ばかりだった。
どこも見所があり満足できた。
・大川の滝　迫力があり見ていて飽きない
・中間ガジュマル　根が絡み合い、どこが幹でどこが根っこか分からない
・西部林道　ガイドブック通りでサル、シカに出会えた。サルは人を警戒せず、間近に見られるので思わず見つめてしまった

I was the only one on the afternoon course, but I was able to enjoy it without feeling out of place with the other customers. I was given recommendations for delicious places, and I was very satisfied.

午後コースは私だけでしたが、他のお客様と違和感なく楽しめました。美味しい店を教えていただき、満足出来ました。

The bus driver said, "It's been 25 years since we could take photos without people in them." Perhaps due to the drastic decrease in tourists, the express bus service has been reduced, so I hurriedly signed up for a tour with Veltra. It was very affordable since I could use the Go To campaign.

Additionally, the local veteran guide shared some hidden spots with us, allowing us to visit places we would have missed if we had gone on our own. The lunch was also healthy and great.

Veltra's tours are always reliable, so I will definitely use them again.

バスの運転手さん曰く、「人が写り込まないで写真が撮れるのは25年振り」だそうです。
観光客が激減したせいか、高速バスが減便してしまったため、急遽ベルトラさんのツアーに申し込みました。
gotoキャンペーンが使えたので、とてもお得でした。
また、現地のベテランガイドさんに、穴場スポットも教えていただき、個人で行くと見逃してしまう場所に行くことができました。
お昼ご飯もヘルシーで良かったです。

ベルトラさんのツアーは外れがないので、また利用させていただきます。