All Reviews for Bus Tours

Due to the impact of the coronavirus infection, group tours both domestically and internationally were immediately canceled, allowing us to enjoy the authentic scenery and streets of Kyoto at a leisurely pace, which was wonderful.

コロナウィルス感染の影響で国内外の団体ツアーが即なく、本来の京都らしい風景や街並みがゆったりと愉しめて良かったです。

Only we participated from Kyoto, but the tour guide we met at the station was very kind. We headed to Fushimi Inari Shrine by train and met up with participants who came by bus from Osaka. Out of the 35 participants, about 30 were from abroad. The guide showed us the famous sights of Kyoto at a comfortable pace, making it a very fulfilling day. I would like to participate again if there is another opportunity. Thank you very much.

　京都からの参加は私たちでけでしたが、駅で待ち合わせた添乗員さんは、大変親切な方でした。
　電車で稲荷神社に向かい、大阪からのバスでの参加者と合流しました。３５名の参加者の内３０名位は外国の方でした。
　京都の名所を余裕をもって案内してくれて、大変充実したい一日でした。また機会があれば参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

Since I couldn't use a rental car, I opted for a bus tour. It was efficient and turned out to be a fun day. I recommend this tour for those without a driver's license.

レンタカーの利用が出来なかったので、バスツアーを利用しました。効率よくまわれ、楽しい1日になりました。免許のない方にはおすすめツアーです

The course is set up to cover popular tourist spots in Kyoto, with ample time allocated for each location. During the bus rides, the tour guide introduces the highlights of the next spot using a pamphlet, so you can enjoy the experience even without prior preparation.

Currently, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are fewer foreign tourists, allowing you to enjoy a quieter and more serene Kyoto. Let's participate while being mindful of COVID-19 measures, such as wearing masks and washing hands frequently.

京都で人気の観光スポットが網羅されたコース設定で、各スポットの滞在時間も余裕を持って設定されています。バスでの移動時間で添乗員さんがパンフレットで次のスポットの見所紹介をしてくれるので、予習なしでも十分楽しめます。
いまは新型コロナウイルスの影響で外国からの観光客が少ないので、すいてて落ち着いた京都が楽しめます。コロナ対策で、マスクとまめな手洗いに留意して参加しましょう。

The white sandy beach at Kabira Bay is amazing. The glass-bottom boat and the giant clams were enchanting. I saw so many of them. The guide's singing was also great. It's a compact and well-organized tour.

川平湾の白い砂浜最高。グラスボート、シャコガイが幻想的です。たくさん見れました。ガイドさんの歌も良かった。コンパクトにまとまってるツアー。

The water buffalo is adorable. The transfer from Iriomote Island to Yufu Island by water buffalo is amazing. The water buffalo takes you to Yufu Island slowly and steadily. If you love houseplants, this is even more suitable for you. The giant taro is also fantastic.

水牛は萌える。西表島→由布島の水牛移動は最高です。ゆっくりゆっくり水牛が由布島まで運んでくれます。観葉植物が好きな人は、なおさら向いています。オオタニワタリも最高です。

This was a great way to get to know Tokyo, You will get to see places that you would't do it just by traveling by train. The staff was very friendly and they were always open to provide as much information as needed, they were awesome! I highly recommend this bus to get to know Tokyo.

I thought it was definitely a better deal than renting a car, with the wonderful explanations from the guide and lunch included. In the World Heritage area, I was able to see the Japanese macaque and the Japanese serow. I was surprised that they took us by bus to the ancient cedar at an elevation of 1,200 meters.

It was a one-day tour, but they took us to various places, and I had a great time. Thank you very much.

ガイドさんのすばらしい説明あり、昼食ありでレンタカーを借りるよりも断然お得なのではないかと思いました。世界遺産区域ではやくざるとやくしかを見ることができました。バスで標高1,200ｍの紀元杉のところまで連れて行ってくださり驚きました。
1日のツアーでしたが、いろんな所に連れて行ってくださりとても楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。

I participated from Hokkaido. Honestly, I was unsure until the day before, but even with only three groups participating due to the impact of COVID, I really appreciated the guide's attentive service and explanations, as well as the driver's help. If I have the opportunity again, I would like to request your services.
P.S. Thank you to the guide who showed me the way through the underground shopping area from Namba to the hotel.

北海道から参加しました。正直、前日まで迷っていましたが、コロナの影響から３組の参加とはいえ、ガイドさんの丁寧な対応や説明、運転手さん、大変お世話になりました。また機会があれば、お願いしたいと思います。
ps : 難波からホテルまで地下街を通り案内して頂いた、ガイドさんありがとうございました。

The best impression was from the staff at the tour desk. When we arrived at the water buffalo riding area by bus, we had to line up for registration. There were murmurs of, "Wait, we have to register again here? Do we have to line up?" This took some time and it was a bit chaotic. The water buffalo experience was great, though. The explanations were clear, and the songs were soothing. There was a group photo service on the water buffalo cart, but I think it would have been better if it was just for those who wanted it.

一番の良い印象はツアーデスクのスタッフの方々。
バスで水牛乗り場に着くと並び受け付け。え－ここでもまた受け付け？並ぶの？と言う声がちらほら。
そのため時間がかかる。バタバタでした。水牛は良かったです。説明も分かりやすく歌も癒しでした。水牛車での全員でサービスの撮影がありましたが希望者だけがいいと思いました。

I went in mid-March. In the morning, a long-sleeved shirt was just right, but by afternoon, the temperature rose and a short-sleeved T-shirt was perfect. The weather was great, and the sea looked beautiful—it was the best! Cycling on Taketomi Island was very pleasant. The only downside was that lunch wasn't delicious.

3月の中旬に行きました。朝は長袖でちょうどいいくらいでしたが、昼からは気温が上がって半袖のTシャツでちょうどよかったです。天気がよくて海もきれいにみえて最高でした！竹富島のサイクリングはとても気持ち良かったです。
お昼ご飯が美味しくなかったのでそこだけ残念でした。

The guide was very skilled at explaining things, which was great. They were a guide worthy of a World Heritage site! I considered renting a car to tour Yakushima, but I'm really glad I participated in this course where I could receive explanations. They also provide hotel pick-up.

ガイドさんが説明上手でとても良かったです。
世界遺産に相応しいガイドさんでした❣️
一通り屋久島観光地を周るならレンタカー利用も考えましたが、説明受けられるこちらのコース参加して本当に良かったです。ホテル送迎もしていただけます。

I was very grateful for the tour that covered places I wanted to visit but thought would be difficult to get to as a paper driver! During the travel, the guide talked about Yakushima in a fun and detailed way, so I never got bored. On the Seibu Forest Road, when we encountered Yakuzaru monkeys and deer, the driver slowed down or stopped, allowing us to take great photos! Thank you!

ペーパードライバーで、行ってみたいけど回りにくいなと思ってた場所を網羅してくれるツアーでとても有り難かったです！
移動の間もガイドさんが、丁寧に楽しく屋久島について話してくれて全然退屈しませんでした。
西部林道では屋久ざるや鹿に遭遇したら、ゆっくり走ってくれたり、止まってくれたり。バッチリ写真撮れました！ありがとうございます。

This was a great way to see Tokyo. My wife and I firstly went on the red route which took us to the north of the city. That tour lasted well over an hour and showed several of the districts as well as major visitor attractions like the Skytree Tower.

We then had a quick lunch before going on the blue route. This took us to the south . Slightly shorter than the red route the blue route also showed you much of the city. The highlight for me was going over the Rainbow Bridge and getting a great view of Tokyo harbour.

The commentary on the bus was informative and easy to understand. The staff were all incredibly polite and helpful. I would heartily recommend this bus tour.

The bus was spacious, and I could stretch my legs, which was great. The lunch was delicious too. At the roadside station Itoman, there were many seafood dishes available, and I was very satisfied to be able to eat them on the spot. The bus guide provided thorough explanations, and I think it was the best tour.

バスが広くて、足も伸ばせて最高でした。
昼食も美味しかったです。道の駅いとまんでは、たくさん海鮮料理なども売っておりその場で食べれたので大満足でした。バスガイドさんもしっかり説明してくださり、１番良いツアーだと思いました。

It's understandable that various facilities are closed due to COVID-19 measures, but the issue was the bus guide. The incomprehensible Japanese they spoke was extremely grating and exhausting. If they want to work as a guide, I hope they study Japanese properly. The organization from start to finish was poor, and I was really tired.

コロナ対策の為色々な施設が閉まってるのは仕方ない事ですが、問題はバスガイドさんです。意味不明な日本語を永遠に話すので物凄く耳障りかつしんどかったです。ガイドを仕事にするなら日本語をしっかり勉強して欲しいです。最初から最後まで段取りも悪く本当に疲れました。

If you think you're going to a remote island for the first time, it might be nice to try visiting three islands as a test. Since time is tight, if you feel like you didn't have enough time on any island, you can always go back separately instead of on a tour.

It was unfortunate that the weather was bad, but overall, it was a good experience.

初めて離島にいくと思うならお試しで３つ回れるのはいいのかもしれない。
時間がキツキツなので足りないと思う島はツアーではなく別で改めて行けばよし。

あいにくの天気だったのが残念だがまあいい経験でした。

I was worried about COVID-19 and debated participating until the day before, but I'm glad I joined. There were few people everywhere, the guide's explanations were easy to understand, and I really enjoyed getting to know the other members I traveled with. I would love to go again. I also got to ride the Arashiyama Tram, which wasn't in the plan, and I was able to fully enjoy Kyoto. To all the guides, it must be tough, but please keep up the good work.

コロナが怖くて前日まで参加を悩んでいましたが、参加して良かったでした。何処も少なく、ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすく、一緒に乗り合わせたメンバーとも仲良くなれて本当に楽しかったです。また行きたいと思いました。予定にない、嵐山のトロッコにも乗せて頂き、京都を満喫することが出来ました。ガイドの皆さんも大変でしょうが頑張ってください。

We stayed in Ishigaki Island and Kohama Island for our honeymoon and toured other islands with this tour. The staff on each island were friendly, and I think it was great to be able to visit everything in a compact way. There were a few moments that felt a bit rushed, but overall, I’m glad I participated.

新婚旅行で石垣島と小浜島に泊まり、こちらのツアーで他の離島をまわりました。
各島のスタッフの方も感じよく、コンパクトにまわれてよかったと思います。
少し慌ただしいかな、と思う点もありましたが、参加してよかったと思えました。

I participated in this tour because I didn't have much time on my first trip to the Yaeyama Islands. As a result, it was great to be able to see everything efficiently! Also, since I was planning to stay on Kohama Island that day, I hoped to disband locally on Taketomi Island, and I was very grateful that they arranged for my luggage to be transported from Ishigaki Island to my accommodation on Kohama Island! Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy sightseeing without being weighed down. It's a tour, but it also offers a decent amount of freedom, so I highly recommend it!

初めての八重山諸島の旅行であまり時間もなかったので、こちらのツアーに参加しました。結果、効率よくまわれてよかったです！また、当日は小浜島に宿泊予定だったので、竹富島で現地解散を希望したのですが、荷物を石垣島から小浜島の宿泊先まで手配していただき大変助かりました！おかげで身軽に観光ができてよかったです＾＾ツアーですが、そこそこ自由度もあり、おすすめです！

When it comes to sightseeing in Yakushima, I had the image of a "morning trekking tour," but this tour was perfect for someone like me, who usually prefers indoor activities. They picked me up at my accommodation at 8 AM, and we spent the day visiting the highlights of Yakushima by bus, returning to my accommodation in the evening. The guide and driver provided detailed and interesting information, and their love for Yakushima was evident. I definitely want to visit again in a different season.

屋久島観光といえば、「早朝からのトレッキングツアー」のイメージでしたが、このツアーは朝８時に宿泊先まで迎えに来ていただけ、バスで行ける屋久島の見所を１日かけて回り、夕方にはまた宿泊先まで送っていただけるという、私のような普段はインドア派の人に特にピッタリのツアーです。
ガイド兼運転手さんの丁寧で詳しいお話は興味深く、また屋久島への愛があふれていました。また、違う季節に是非訪れたいと思いました。

Is it because of the impact of the new coronavirus that the number of visitors has decreased? I was able to take my time exploring all the tourist spots.

There were only 10 participants, but thanks to the guide's attentive guidance, everyone seemed relaxed and enjoyed themselves. I participated alone, but with the guide's assistance and the opportunity to take photos at each sightseeing spot, I was able to capture many pictures. Additionally, receiving advice on angles during photo shoots was very helpful.

At Kiyomizu-dera, the roof replacement work was completed, allowing us to enjoy the beautiful stage. I signed up for the tour with lunch included. The restaurant was near Kiyomizu-dera, and from there, I could enjoy a panoramic view of Kyoto. The lunch, which included yudofu, was also very delicious.

The stroll through the bamboo grove in Arashiyama was enjoyable as I listened to the guide's stories and chatted with fellow tour members while exploring the sights. It was a very enjoyable day. Thank you, guide!

新型コロナウイルスの影響で客足が遠のいているのか？　全ての観光地でゆっくり見学することが出来ました。
参加人数は10名と少ない人数でしたが、ガイドさんの丁寧な案内で、皆さんリラックスして楽しんでいる雰囲気でした。
私は１人での参加でしたが、ガイドさんの案内や各観光地において写真撮影していただいたお陰で沢山の写真が取れました。また、写真撮影時アングルのアドバイスも頂けたのはとても良かったです。
清水寺は屋根の葺き替え工事が終わり美しい舞台を望むことが出来ました。私は今回お昼付きで申し込みました。場所は清水寺近くのレストラン、そちらのお店から京都を一望できる景色を楽しむことも出来ました。ランチも湯豆腐を頂くことが出来そちらもとても美味しかったです。嵐山での竹林散策もガイドさんのお話を聞きながら、また同じツアーメンバーの方々ともお話ししながら観光地を巡れました。とても楽しい1日でした。ガイドさんありがとうございました。

I fulfilled my dream of riding a water buffalo! I enjoyed the mangroves of Iriomote Island, the water buffalo on Yufu Island, and the glass-bottom boat and water buffalo on Taketomi Island. It was a very efficient way to have fun! I forgot reality while listening to the guide's sanshin performance and was healed by the great nature. The female water buffalo had flowers on her head, and she was so cute. Next time I visit on a trip, I want to book this tour again and go cycling on Taketomi Island!

水牛に乗りたいという夢が叶いました！
西表島のマングローブ、由布島での水牛、竹富島でのグラスボードと水牛。とても効率良く楽しめました！
ガイドさんの三線の演奏に現実を忘れ、大自然に癒されました。
女の子の水牛は頭にお花を付けていて可愛かったです。
次回また旅行で訪れる際もこのツアーを申し込んで竹富島でサイクリングしたいと思っています！

I was a bit anxious about my first bus tour, but it was so much fun! Thanks to our friendly bus guide, everyone had a great time together. I was also happy that they knew the best photo spots, so I could get beautiful pictures taken!

初めてのバスツアーに不安もありましたがとても楽しかったです！
どの国の人にも親切なバスガイドさんのおかげでみんなとても楽しく過ごせました( ¨̮ )
写真ポイントも知っているのでいい所で綺麗な写真をとってもらえて嬉しかったです！

The purpose was to go to the aquarium, but we were able to efficiently visit various places by bus. The guide's explanations were easy to understand, it was comfortable, and I had a lot of fun throughout the day!

水族館に行くことが目的でしたが、バスでいろいろな場所を効率的にまわれました。添乗員さんの説明もわかりやすく、楽だし、1日とても楽しめました！

My husband and I only had a day to spend in Kyoto and we looked into day tours but most only took you to two sites. The hop on hop off bus was a great solution. It took us to all the major sites and we get to see way more in 1 day then we would have otherwise. The bus station stop by Kyoto station was easy to find and the other stations were well marked. Staff was friendly and even let us know if certain buildings were closed due to coral virus. When it started to rain we received a poncho as we were getting off the bus and the next bus we got on was enclosed. After the rain stopped we go on an open roof bus and the staff even came up to wipe down any seats that might still be wet. Totally worth it if you only have a short amount of time in Kyoto

Due to the COVID-19 situation, there were hardly any tourists in Shirakawa-go and Gokayama. The pace of time was also slow, allowing us to leisurely explore the World Heritage site. The guide was very pleasant, and I was impressed by the detailed explanations. The lunch was delicious, making it a very satisfying day tour. Thank you very much.

コロナ騒ぎで白川郷と五箇山は観光客が殆どいませんでした。時間のペースもゆっくり取ってあるので、のんびり世界遺産を散策することが出来ました。ガイドの方は大変感じが良い方で、詳しい説明に感銘を受けました。お昼も美味しく、大満足の1日ツアーでした。ありがとうございました。

I thoroughly enjoyed my time on Taketomi Island. After taking a water buffalo cart, I explored the beaches by renting a bicycle and discovered the island. Initially, I had planned to tour the island on foot, but considering the distance to see the entire island, a bicycle was much more convenient.

はじめの竹富島を満喫できました。水牛車になった後、レンタサイクルでビーチを巡り、島を探検しました。
予約当初は、徒歩での島巡りを予定していましたが、島全体を観光する移動距離も考えると、自転車が便利でした。

I used to live in Osaka, a city I love, and it was a wonderful experience to discover a new side of Osaka through the guide's explanations.

元々住んでいたこもがあり大好きな街、大阪でしたがガイドさんの説明によって新しい大阪を発見できた素晴らしい体験でした。

I participated in this tour because I thought I could cover all the places I wanted to visit in Kyoto in just one day. Although Kyoto was less crowded than usual, I was able to explore at a very leisurely pace despite the packed itinerary.

There were eight people on the tour (apparently, there are usually more), and everyone except me was a foreigner. Therefore, it was noted during the reservation that "an English-speaking guide will be on board," but there was only one guide who mainly spoke in English. However, the guide was a veteran with a wealth of knowledge, and their English was easy to understand and interesting (of course, they also provided explanations in Japanese). Even though I participated alone, they took many photos for me.

My first experience in Kyoto was very satisfying!

ほぼ初めての京都で、１日で自分の行ってみたい名所を網羅できそうだったので参加しました。
京都自体通常に比べて空いていたということもありますが、盛りだくさんの内容の割にはとてもゆっくり回ることができました。
ツアーは８人で（普段はもっといっぱいいるらしいです）、私以外全員外国人でした。そのため、予約時に「英語を話せる添乗員が乗車」と書かれていましたが、ガイドさんは１人で、英語メインでのお話でした。でも、ベテランのガイドさんでとても知識が豊富で英語もわかりやすく、面白かったです（もちろん日本語でもいろいろ説明はしてくださいました）。一人での参加でしたが、写真もたくさん撮ってくださいました。
初京都、大満足です！