All Reviews for Bus Tours

I was disappointed that Kiyomizu Temple was under renovation. Other than that, everything was as I expected and there were no issues. However, I had assumed the pickup location was at the bus stop, thinking it was a bus from the beginning, and I waited at the bus stop at Kyoto Station. When the time came, I couldn't find the guide and started to panic. It would have been helpful if there was information available for participants coming from Kyoto about transferring to the bus at Fushimi by train.

清水寺が改修中で残念でした。後は、思っていた通りで問題なかったです。ただ、ピックアップ場所が、こちらの思い込みだったのですが、最初からバスだと思いバス停がわの京都駅で待っていて、時間になっても、案内の人が見つからなくて焦りました。京都からの参加者は、伏見まで電車で移動してバスに合流するのをどこかに掲載していてもらえたら良かったです。

The sightseeing day was rainy, but the guide's guidance and consideration were so wonderful that we hardly felt the rain. The tour content was also fulfilling, making it a very enjoyable trip.

観光日は、大雨でしたが、ガイドさんの案内&気遣いが素晴らしく雨を感じさせないほどでした。
観光内容も充実していて、とても楽しい旅となりました。

The weather was wonderful, and I walked around the Gassho-zukuri village. Shirakawa-go and Gokayama each have their own charm, and I was satisfied to be able to visit both in one day. The tour guide provided information in English after Japanese, and it was so wonderful that I was captivated. The driver was also very nice, making it a fun trip.

天候に恵まれ、合掌造りの里を歩きまわりました。白川郷・五箇山それぞれに良さがあり、一日に両方を見学できて満足しました。
添乗員の方は日本語の次に英語で同じことを案内されるのですが、素晴らしくて聞きほれてしまいました。ドライバーさんもとても良い方で、楽しい旅行でした。

The guide's wonderful singing voice and stories were very enjoyable. Although it was cloudy the whole time, we were able to enjoy the beautiful scenery with a bit of sunshine at Kabira Bay. We were grateful that they efficiently took us around the sightseeing spots since we didn't rent a car. I definitely want to come back in the summer next time.

ガイドさんの素敵な歌声とお話がとても良かったです。
ずっと曇り空でしたが、川平湾で少し日が射してキレイな景色も堪能できました。
レンタカーを借りていない我々には、効率良く観光地を巡ってくれたので有り難かったです。
次はぜひ夏に来たいです。

It was a quick tour of three islands from Ishigaki Island.
On Taketomi Island, I was able to visit the places I wanted by cycling around, which was great!
At Kaiji Beach, I returned to my childhood and got lost in searching for star sand!
The beauty of Kondoi Beach was breathtaking✨
Each water buffalo on Yubu Island's cart had a name, and they were so cute.
The golden pupae at the butterfly garden are a must-see!
If you have time, a tour of two islands might allow for a more leisurely experience.

石垣島から、駆け足での3島巡りでした。
竹富島ではサイクリングで回ったので行きたい所に行けて良かったかも！
カイジ浜では、童心に返り夢中になって、星砂探し！
コンドイ浜の美しさには感動✨
由布島の水牛車の牛さん1頭ずつに名前がついていて、可愛かった。
蝶々園の黄金のサナギは、必見！
お時間ある方は、2島巡り位の方がゆっくりできるかもしれません。

Staff was very friendly but the overall experience didn't compare with other open air bus trips in other major cities. The monotone English audio was minimal and mostly uninteresting. Lots of room for improvement there. Not many stops and gap time between stops is quite long. I agree with other reviewers- spend your money on a cab.

I wanted to go to the aquarium, so I joined this tour. We have three hours at the aquarium, so we can take our time. I was once again impressed by the size of the whale shark and the Okichan Theater.

As for the Nago Pineapple Park before that, there were additional fees for the attractions, and it was a newly opened commercial facility with lunch and free time. However, most of the commercial facilities were not yet open (the construction seems to be behind schedule!?), and I can't honestly say the lunch was delicious... In that case, wouldn't it have been better to go to Ryukyu Mura and have Okinawa soba, which feels more like Okinawa? (I heard a group in the car complaining about this and they seemed to have gone there instead...)

水族館に行きたくてこのツアーに参加。
水族館での時間は3時間ありますので、ゆっくりできます。
改めてジンベイザメの大きさや、おきちゃん劇場に感動しました。

その前の名護パイナップルパークは、見るところは別途料金がさらに必要、新たにできた商業施設でランチ＋自由時間でしたが、商業施設はほとんど未開店（工事がおいついていない！？）、ランチはお世辞にもおいしいとは言えず、、、ならば、先日までの琉宮城＋沖縄そばのほうが、沖縄らしくて良いのではないだろうか。。。。（車中で、この件をクレーム言っていたグループは、そちらへ行ったみたいですが。。。）

Honestly, the aquarium wasn't as impressive as I had expected. However, the surrounding facilities were great, and I had a lot of fun. Pineapple Park was also interesting, kind of like a small botanical garden.

正直、水族館は思っていたほどの感動ではありませんでした。
しかし周りの施設がとても良くて、大変楽しめました。
パイナップルパークもちょっとした植物園みたいな感じで面白かったです。

I really went around Yakushima, including Yakusugi Land and the Jomon Sugi. I encountered Yakushima deer and Yakushima monkeys several times along the Western Forest Road. The driver and guide was very knowledgeable, and they introduced us to places beyond the tourist spots, so I was never bored at all.

本当に屋久島を一周します。＋ヤクスギランドと紀元杉も。西部林道などで屋久鹿と屋久猿に何度も会えました。ドライバー兼案内人の知識が豊富で、観光スポット以外の場所の紹介もしてくれるので、退屈することは全然ありませんでした。

The places of interests were worth going although it's packed with tourist. I wasn't too happy with the guide because he didn't even bother to explain much about the places of interest. He just took us there and told us to return at a specific time without introducing the place. A bus driver could have done his job. In the package, I was promised to have vocanlo eggs but didn't receive anything at all.

I should opt to visit the places myself instead of following this tour. Disappointed.

Exceptionally well organised tour and so much to see in one day! Loads of walking and tour running on a tight schedule to fit the itinerary in.
Guide friendly, speaking very good English.
Extremely pleased with the tour and will recommend Veltra (Kyoto Tours) to my friends.

I chose the water buffalo cart course.
With a round-trip boat ticket included, this price is a great deal!
You can choose the return boat time on the day.

I was very satisfied spending a leisurely time in the Ryukyu atmosphere, resting in the shade while listening to the stories and songs from the guide, along with the water buffalo, Ryuu-kun (*´∀｀).

Even though it was December, we were blessed with good weather and thoroughly enjoyed Taketomi Island!

水牛車コースを選びました。
往復船チケットも付いてこの値段はとてもお得です！
帰りの船の時間は、当日に選べます。

水牛の琉くんの気分で、日陰で休憩しながら、
おにいさんのお話・唄を聴きながら、
ゆったりした琉球時間を過ごせて大満足(*´∀｀)

12月でしたがお天気にも恵まれて、竹富島をとても満喫できました！

The day before, I went to the Churaumi Aquarium, so the next day I joined a tour to the Tropical Dream Center. There were many varieties of orchids, cattleya, and fruits, which were very impressive. The guide's explanations and performances were enjoyable, and I fell even more in love with Okinawa. Thank you very much!

前日に 美ら海水族館に行ったので 次の日は熱帯ドリームセンターに行くツアーにしました。たくさんの種類の蘭やカトレア、果物があり見ごたえがありました。ガイドさんの解説やパフォーマンスも楽しく ますます 沖縄が好きになりました。ありがとうございました

I participated with my elderly mother. I think the itinerary was well thought out, as it included many major tourist spots in just one day. Despite visiting so many places, it didn't feel rushed, and we were able to have a fulfilling day. I'm glad we chose this tour. It might be the last time my mother gets to go to Okinawa, so it was enjoyable to visit many attractions together. Thank you very much!

高齢の母と参加しました。一日で主な観光地がたくさん入っていて、よく考えられた内容だと思います。あれだけたくさん連れていってもらったのにバタバタした印象はなく充実した一日を過ごす事ができこのツアーを選んで良かったです。沖縄に行けるのはもう最後かな、、、という母とたくさん一緒に観光地に行けて楽しかったです。ありがとうございました!

It was great that the guide changed into a costume and danced on the bus. I had a lot of fun taking pictures with the 99-year-old grandmother from Ryukyu Village.

バスの中で、ガイドさんが衣装に着替えて、踊ってくれたのがとても良かったです。琉球村の99歳のお婆さんと一緒に写真を撮れてとても楽しかったです。

It was a bus tour blessed with great weather and a sense of liberation. The highway on the way back felt like a roller coaster, an experience you can't have on your own. The guide's commentary had a local touch, making it very enjoyable.

天気に恵まれ、解放感溢れるバスツアーでした。
帰りの高速はジェットコースターのようで、個人では体験できないです。
ガイドさんの案内が、地元ならでは！という感じでとても楽しめました。

Difficult to hear what the guides were saying.
Very busy between the different sights. When we finally found cherry blossoms there was no time to take photos.
Not too interesting to see the gardens and the shrine that was under reconstruction.

It's a half-day tour. At Sefa Utaki, I could see Kudaka Island, and it felt like I was adventuring in a cave at the Gangala Valley, holding a lantern.

半日ツアーです。斎場御嶽では、久高島が見られました、ガンガラーの谷は、洞窟を冒険しているようでした。ランタン持って。

I have been to an aquarium, so this was a tour that allowed me to visit other attractions. I traveled alone and didn't have a license, but it was sunny, and I was able to enjoy Okinawa at a leisurely pace. Thank you very much.
The photo is of the stairs at the Tropical Dream Center's observation deck. It felt like something out of a Studio Ghibli film.
I passed through Chatan for the first time, and it felt like being in America.
I also got to hear stories about the military base. The guide was very good at singing.

水族館には行ったことがあるので、他の名所を廻れるツアーです。一人旅で免許もないけど、晴れていたし、ゆっくり沖縄を過ごせました。ありがとうございました。
写真は熱帯ドリームセンターの展望台の階段。ジブリみたいでした。
北谷、初めて通ったけど、アメリカでした。
基地の話なども聞けました。ガイドさんの歌がお上手でした。

I had a great experience before, so I participated with my brother's family as well. The freshness of being able to view various buildings and landscapes from the high position of the bus is truly wonderful. Since it was a nice spring season, we were able to see the cherry blossoms, which made it even more enjoyable. The guide's performance really enhances the tour. Everyone, both children and adults, gets very excited when passing under the bridge. I think it would be great if there were a tour that also includes Tokyo Tower and other places for about an additional 30 minutes.

前に利用して良かったので兄弟の家族も一緒に参加しました。
色んな建物や景色がバスの高い位置から眺められるという新鮮さは本当に良いです。
春の良い季節だったので桜も見れてより楽しめました。
ガイドさんの演出がよりツアーを盛り上げてくれます。橋の下をくぐる時は子供も大人も大興奮です。
プラス30分くらいで東京タワーや他の場所も一緒にまわれるツアーもあったらいいなと思います。

When I first came to Japan, the first place I’ve always wanted to visit was Mt.Fuji and see the beautiful scenary of the mountain!~ It was breathtaking moment to see the mountain in person and get a clear view of it. It was an unforgettable day for me that I’ll cherish!~

Tour guide Jim was excellent and he made the tour interesting and fun. The locations selected were just right and what we wished to see.

I participated with friends from China in Singapore. I decided to join a day trip from Kanazawa the day before the tour, and the reservation process was easy and straightforward. I initially planned to go by bus on my own, but the morning and evening reservations were already full. The tour had 40% Japanese and 60% foreigners, with both Japanese and English guides, and it was extremely enjoyable. The small group created a friendly atmosphere that was fantastic. The guidance on how to explore Shirakawa-go and Gokayama was clear and easy to understand!!! The guide and driver from Kanazawa created a great atmosphere, and their desire to make sure everyone had a good time was evident. I made wonderful memories with my friends. Thank you very much!!!

シンガポール、中国の友だちと参加しました。
ツアー前日に金沢発の一日旅行を思い立って申し込みましたが、予約は簡単で、わかりやすかったです。個人でバスでいくつもりでしたが、既に朝、夕方の予約はいっぱいでしたが、ツアーは日本人4割、外国人6割、日英ガイドがつきで、非常に楽しかったです。グループは少人数でフレンドリーな雰囲気が最高でした。
白川郷、五箇山での回り方もガイダンスがありわかりやすかったです！！！
金沢出身のガイドさん、ドライバーさんがいい雰囲気づくりをされていて、楽しんでもらおうという気持ちがつたわりました。
友人とのいい思い出ができました。ありがとうございました！！！

I participated in a half-day tour that allowed for airport drop-off, and both Sefa Utaki and the Gyangala Valley were fascinating, making it a satisfying tour. The Gyangala Valley, especially with the guidance of the tour guide, was impressive.

空港下車可の半日ツアーだったので参加しましたが、斎場御嶽とガンガラーの谷どちらも興味深く、満足のいくツアーでした。
特にガイドの方の案内でまわるガンガラーの谷が印象的でした。

The guide's stories were very enjoyable, and I was able to deepen my understanding of Yakushima. I'm really glad I participated! Thank you very much.

ガイドさんのお話がとても楽しく、屋久島への理解を深めることができました。
参加して本当によかったです！
ありがとうございました。

I participated with my middle and high school children. While enjoying the scenery along the way, the guide kindly shared stories about the area, highlights of the spots we were heading to, and how to get around. We were able to enjoy our free time at a leisurely pace. The guide's interesting stories kept the children engaged and listening seriously.

The lunch was plentiful and very delicious. Despite having eaten pork buns, croquettes, and dumplings, the children finished everything. The hands-on experience of making senbei was also well-received.

I usually travel by car, and this was my first bus tour, but I felt like I could experience the land more leisurely than on my usual trips. I was delighted by the scenery of Shirakawa-go, which I had wanted to visit for many years.

The guide, interpreter, and driver were all warm and friendly, which made for a very pleasant experience. Although the weather was unfortunately rainy at times, thanks to the staff, I was able to enjoy myself thoroughly. Bus tours are great! I would like to use them again.

中高生の子供と参加しました。道中景色を見ながら、この地方の話、これから向かうスポットの見所、回り方をガイドさんが丁寧に話して下さり、自由行動もゆっくり楽しむことができました。ガイドさんが興味深いお話を上手にして下さるので、子供達も真剣に聞いていました。
お昼ご飯は量も多く、とても美味しかったです。子供達は豚まんやコロッケ、団子、、食べていたにも関わらず完食でした。せんべい手焼き体験も好評でした。
普段車での旅行で、バスツアーは初めてだったのですが、いつもの旅行より、ゆったりと土地を感じられた気がします。長年訪ねたかった白川郷、景色にほっこりとしました。
ガイドさん、通訳さん、運転手さん、温かく声をかけて下さり、とても気持ちが良かったです。あいにくの雨が降ったり止んだりの天気でしたが、スタッフの方々のおかげで、十分楽しめました。バスツアーいいですね。また利用したいと思いました。

Despite the unfortunate heavy rain, our guide provided thorough explanations even after we got off the bus. I really felt that the guide's timing and way of speaking were truly professional. (The guide from the company that conducted the stargazing tour, which was canceled the day before due to cloudy skies, was not as impressive during the night drive in Ishigaki Island... I couldn't help but smile wryly.) The guide took photos for us and showed us pictures of what it looks like on sunny days, which really helped to lighten the mood for us tourists who were disappointed by the bad weather. I would love to come back and do this tour again on a nice day! ^_^

あいにくの大雨でしたが、ガイドさんはバスを降りてからも丁寧に説明してくださいました。
ガイドのタイミングと話し方が、やっぱりプロだなぁ〜と感じました。(前日、曇り空で中止になった星空ツアーの会社が行なってくださった石垣島の夜ドライブをしてくださった時のガイドさんはイマイチだったので…苦笑い)
写真を撮ってくださったり、晴れた日はこうだよ〜と写真を見せてくださったり、悪天候で残念に思っている私たち観光客を和ませてくださいました。また天気のいい時に、このツアーでリベンジしに行きたいです^_^

I booked this tour to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium at the request of a friend who was visiting for the first time. Everything was included, so it was easy to just hop on the bus and go! The bus guide was very charming, providing commentary and even singing songs from the window, which was very soothing.

Since the time at the Churaumi Aquarium was limited, we had to rush a bit to see everything we wanted, but we were able to take plenty of photos, and I think there was enough time to explore. If you coordinate your timing, you could also catch the dolphin show and visit the dugong exhibit outside. Unfortunately, the beautiful beach near the aquarium that the guide recommended was closed due to the typhoon from the previous week, which was disappointing.

I was looking forward to the bridge to Kouri Island, and when I saw it from the bus, the bridge and the sea were so beautiful that it really lifted my spirits! There was plenty of time to take photos around the bridge, so I was satisfied.

At the Okashi Goten, you can buy the classic purple sweet potato tart and chinsuko. The freshly made purple sweet potato tart recommended by the guide is only available in limited places, so I highly recommend it! It was moist and delicious.

Manzamo and American Village didn't leave much of an impression on me. There wasn't much to see at American Village, so we went to a nearby Aeon to look for souvenirs. The souvenir section was well-stocked, so I think it's a good idea for those with extra time to visit Aeon!

Lunch is not included, so be careful as there aren't many places to eat besides the Churaumi Aquarium. We missed our timing and ended up taking American dogs and other snacks from the aquarium's shop to eat on the bus.

Overall, I was satisfied with how efficiently we were able to see various places! I recommend this tour for those who don't have a rental car or other means of transportation.

初めて沖縄に行く友達のリクエストで、美ら海水族館に行けるこちらのツアーを予約しました。
全て込み込みなので、バスに乗って移動するだけなので楽ちんでした！バスガイドの方がとても可愛らしい方で、車窓から見えるガイドや歌も歌って下さり、とても癒されました。美ら海水族館は時間が決まっていたため、見たいところを少し駆け足でという感じでしたが、写真もたくさん撮れましたし、十分に回れる時間だと思います。時間を合わせれば、イルカショーや外のジュゴン館も見れました。ただ、ガイドさんがおすすめしてくださった水族館近くの綺麗なビーチは、前の週の台風の影響で立ち入り禁止になっており、残念でした…。
古宇利島の橋も楽しみにしていたので、バスから見えた瞬間、橋と海がとっても綺麗で、テンションが上がりました！橋の周辺で写真を撮る時間もたくさんあったので満足です。
お菓子御殿は定番の紅芋タルトやちんすこうが買えます。ガイドさんもおすすめしていた出来立ての生紅芋タルト、限られたところでしか買えませんのでおすすめです！しっとりしていておいしかったです。
万座毛とアメリカンビレッジはあまり印象に残らなかったです…。アメリカンビレッジではあまり見るところがなかったので、近くのイオンにお土産を探しに行きました。お土産品コーナーも充実していたので、時間が余った方はイオンに行くのもいいと思います！
お昼は含まれていないので、美ら海水族館くらいしか食べる時間・場所がありませんので気を付けてください。私たちはタイミングを逃してしまい、美ら海水族館の売店でアメリカンドックなどをテイクアウトしてバスの中で食べました。
総合的に色々なところを効率よく観光できたので、満足でした！レンタカーなど移動手段がない方におすすめです。

The open-deck bus tour was my first tour visiting Osaka, and we got to see the sights at a height where we could almost reach the signs. It was a short time, but I had a lot of fun.

オープンデッキバスツアー、大阪を訪ねて初めのツアー、看板に手が届きそうな高さより、スポット見学。短時間でしたが楽しかったです。

I felt a deep connection with the Earth. The guide was knowledgeable about everything and had a memorable way of conveying information, making me want to take the tour again! I also understood the challenges of maintaining World Heritage sites and met people filled with love for their local community. Thank you very much!

地球と一体化しました。ガイドさんは、何でも詳しく感心しましたし、印象に残る、伝え方を心得ていてまた、もう一度ツアーを利用したいと感じました‼世界遺産の維持管理の大変さもわかり、地元愛に溢れた人々にお会いしました。ありがとうございました‼