All Reviews for Bus Tours

The sightseeing time was just right. I think there were moments when I wanted to see a bit more, but I felt that every place was just perfect. I was also grateful that we could get off at the accommodation. The guide's stories were enjoyable as well. Thank you very much.

観光の時間が丁度良かったです。よくもう少し見たかったなぁとかあると思うのですが、どの場所も丁度良かったと思いました。
宿泊施設で下車する事が出来たことも有り難かったです。ガイドさんのお話しも楽しかったです。有難うございました。

I used the bus tour that I relied on during my first trip to Okinawa and Hokkaido again. As a result, it was great. I had planned to visit the Churaumi Aquarium since I already knew about it, but I had no idea about American Village, Kouri Island, or Manza Beach, so it was definitely the right choice to use the tour.

I believe the tour guide was from Korea and China, and I was impressed by how well they managed in an unfamiliar country. Their Japanese was very good, but it seemed there were times when communication was challenging, so it must be a tough job. It was a fun and worthwhile tour that matched the price. Thank you very much.

初めての沖縄、北海道旅行の際に頼ったバスツアーをまた利用しました。
結果、大変良かったです。美ら海水族館は知ってたから行こうとは思ってたものの、アメリカンビレッジ・古宇利島・万座毛のことは全く知らなかったので利用して正解でした。

添乗員さんは韓国と中国の方だったと思いますが、慣れない国でよく頑張っていらっしゃるなあと感心しました。日本語もとてもお上手でしたがやはり上手くやり取りできない事もあるようで大変なお仕事と思います。
金額に見合ったお得で楽しいツアーでした。有難う御座いました。

It was a sudden order, but I'm glad we found just the right tour. The bus was a bit small, but well, it can't be helped.

急なオーダーでしたが、ちょうどよいツアーが見つかりよかったです。少しバスは小さかったですが、まあしかたないですね。

In April, before the Golden Week, Hokkaido is in the maintenance period after winter, so many facilities were closed. I decided to join a bus tour. It was my first time visiting places like Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and Cape Earth, and the tour guide provided detailed advice and explanations, making the experience enjoyable! The A course included a stroll through the Toya Onsen town, and the B course featured a ropeway. I was informed that depending on the situation, lunch time could be tight, so if you don't have any specific preferences, it would be a good idea to prepare sandwiches or bento in advance to enjoy a leisurely lunch. I chose the B course and took the ropeway (which had an additional fee), and the weather was nice and pleasant. At the top of the mountain, there were chairs and sofas, as well as a space to eat and drink, allowing for a relaxed picnic atmosphere. Additionally, there was a small discount at the Silo Observation Deck, so I was able to purchase souvenirs at a better price. Thank you for a wonderful day from early morning until evening!

GWに入る前の4月の北海道は、冬明けのメンテナンスの時期にあたるとのことで、いろいろな施設などがお休みだったりしたので、バスツアーに参加してみました。
支笏湖や洞爺湖、地球岬など初めて行ったのですが、添乗員さんがきめ細やかなアドバイスや解説をしてくださり、楽しく過ごせました！Aコースの洞爺湖温泉街散策もBコースのロープウェイも、場合によってはお昼時間がギリギリになるとのことだったので、特にこだわりがなければ、事前にサンドイッチやお弁当などを準備して持っていけば、ランチもゆっくりできると思います。今回、Bコースを選びロープウェイ（別料金）に乗りましたが、お天気も良く気持ちよかったです。見晴らしのいい山の上に椅子やソファなどもあり、飲食できるスペースもあるので、ピクニック気分でのんびりできました。また、サイロ展望台で少し割引があって、お土産などもちょっとお得に購入できました。朝早くから夕方までありがとうございました。

I participated with a friend. At first, we considered renting a car, but choosing this option turned out to be a great decision! The guide provided explanations throughout the journey, and they were very clear and made for an enjoyable sightseeing experience. The Western Forest Road is a narrow one-way road where we had to yield to each other, but the driving was really skillful, taking us to many great spots. Lunch also included a set meal with fried flying fish. Since it’s combined with a souvenir shop, you can do some shopping too. I got on near the accommodation and was dropped off at a bus stop near a different rental car company in another town. This flexibility was very kind. I highly recommend it! ♪

友人と2人で参加しました。
はじめはレンタカーで周ろうかとも考えましたが、こちらを選んで大正解でした！
ガイドさんは移動中も終始説明してくださり、この説明がとても分かりやすく、楽しい観光となりました。
西部林道は一方通行の様な細い道路を譲り合いながら進むのですが、本当に上手な運転で我々をたくさんの見所へ連れて行ってくれました。
お昼もトビウオの唐揚げ定食も付いてました。
お土産屋さんと一緒なので、お買物も出来ます。
私は宿付近で乗り、違う街のレンタカー会社付近バス停で降ろして頂きました。
そんな融通性もあり、とても親切です。
オススメです♪

The guide spoke about historical sites, military bases, and the current situation in Okinawa from a natural standpoint, without imposing their views. Although the bus ride was long, I had a great time.

史跡のこと基地のこと沖縄の現状等、ガイドさんはナチュラルな立場で考えを押し付けることなく話してくれていたように感じました。バスの乗車時間が長かったですが良い時間が過ごせました。

The weather was nice, and the kindness of the tour guide was excellent. The scenery from the sightseeing boat was very beautiful, and I couldn't help but take some photos.

天気も良く、添乗員の方の親切な対応が非常良かったです。遊覧船での周りの景色が非常に良くつい写真を撮らせていただきました。

I chose this tour because I'm greedy and wanted to do a lot. It was just as I expected, a packed tour that was enjoyable. I had so many things I wanted to do, and the day was fulfilling.

欲張りだから、沢山行けるこのツアーを選びました。
思った通り盛りだくさんのツアーで楽しめました。
やりたいことが沢山あって1日充実しました。

- The guide was beautiful and had a great singing voice, singing island songs accompanied by the sanshin.
- The limestone cave was quite spacious and impressive.
- At Kabira Bay, we experienced the optional glass-bottom boat, where the person steering also acted as a guide, providing explanations as we went along. The photos only show coral, but there were schools of colorful fish of various sizes, including clownfish, which we could observe closely.
- For lunch, we had a set with Ishigaki beef hamburger, and unlike store-bought ones, the hamburger had a strong meaty flavor.
- At Tamatorizaki Observatory, we were able to fully enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree views.

If you use it on the last day, you can get off at the airport at the end. Since it's a limousine bus, you can participate with your suitcase. If I could wish for something, I would have liked to include a visit to Yaeyama Village to interact with the macaques, and it would be nice if the course were about an hour longer.

・ガイドさんが美人で歌も上手く、島唄を三線にのせて歌ってくださいました。
・鍾乳洞は結構広くて見応えありました。
・川平湾ではオプションのグラスボートを体験、操縦する方がガイドもされていて説明を聞きながら進みます。写真は珊瑚しか写ってないですが、色とりどり、大きさも様々な魚群、クマノミもいて、じっくりと観察ができました。
・昼食は石垣牛のハンバーグランチセットで、ハンバーグは市販のと違い、お肉をしっかり感じるものでした。
・玉取崎展望台は360度見渡す限りの絶景を心ゆくまで堪能できました。

最終日に利用すると最後に空港で下車できます。
リムジンバスなのでスーツケース持参で参加可能。
欲を言えば、やいま村、リスザルと触れ合う、などもコースに入ってあと1時間くらい長いといいな、と思いました。

I think the color of the sea would have been even more beautiful if it had been sunny, but even so, the mangrove tour provided a lot of interesting explanations, allowing me to learn many things I didn't know. I crossed the sea on a water buffalo cart, and while leisurely touring Taketomi Island, I experienced a performance of the sanshin. It was a very satisfying tour! Additionally, the bus driver on Iriomote Island was a great storyteller, making the trip very enjoyable. I also got to see the special natural monument, the crested serpent eagle.

晴れていればもっと海の色も綺麗だっただろうなぁと思いますが、それでもマングローブの遊覧ではいろんな解説で知らないことをたくさん知ることができ、水牛車で海を渡ったり、竹富島観光も水牛車でのんびり周りながら三線演奏を体験して、大満足のツアーでした！また、西表島でのバスの運転手さんは、お話上手でとても楽しめました。特別天然記念物のカンムリワシも、見れました。

I was glad to efficiently visit the highlights of Osaka. Listening to the guide's stories deepened my understanding. I recommend this for those who want to know the city of Osaka but don't have much time.

大阪の見どころを効率よく回れて良かったです。ガイドさんのお話を伺うことで理解も深まります。あまり時間はないが大阪の街を知りたい人にお勧めです。

At first, I was a bit anxious about what kind of atmosphere the tour would have, but it turned out to be a wonderful and memorable experience. The guide was a young man who explained everything in Japanese, Chinese, and English, and he was very friendly and genuinely pleasant. The driver was also a young man, and he drove very well, ensuring a smooth ride. If I have the opportunity to participate in another tour, I would definitely want to request these two again. It became an unforgettable trip to Hokkaido. I am very grateful to them.

どんな雰囲気のツアーか最初は不安でしたが、とっても思い出に残るステキなツアーでした。
ガイドさんは若い男性で日本語、中国語、英語の3ヵ国語で説明してくれて、またとても気さくでほんとうに感じの良いかたでした。ドライバーのかたも若い男性でしたが、運転がとても上手で、スムーズに走行されていました。またツアーに参加する機会がありましたら是非ぜひこのお二人にお願いしたいです。忘れられない北海道旅行になりました。我非常感谢他们。

There were only four Japanese people, but the guide was kind and a nice person. It was my first time participating, but I'm glad I went.

日本人は4人だけでしたけど。
ガイドさんも　優しくいい方でした。
初めての参加だったけど

行って良かったです

During my recent visit to Fukuoka, I participated as a solo female traveler. As mentioned in other reviews, there were many international participants, and that day there were about 40 people, creating a multicultural atmosphere. Our guide, Ryu, made all the announcements in three languages, which I found truly impressive.

It felt like an overseas trip while being in Japan, which was a strange but delightful experience. The content of the tour was excellent, and I was very satisfied with it.

At the end, we enjoyed a foot bath in Beppu while sipping on Ramune, but it seemed that the international guests struggled with opening the Ramune bottles. It might have been helpful to provide a quick tutorial on the bus beforehand.

先日福岡を訪れた際、女性１人で参加しました。他の方の口コミにもあるように海外の方が多く、その日は40名くらいで多国籍な感じでした。ガイドのリュウさんは全てのアナウンスを３ヶ国語で行い、本当にすごいなぁと感心しきりでした。
日本にいながら海外旅行？みたいな不思議な感じでしたが、ツアーの内容もよく非常に満足できる内容でした。
最後の別府で足湯に入りながらラムネをいただいたのですが、海外の方はラムネの開け方がわからないようで苦戦してました。バスの中とかでレクチャーしておいてあげるとよかったのかもしれませんね。

I had plenty of free time, so I was able to relax while renting a bicycle. The water buffalo cart ride was also a lot of fun!

One point to note!
After getting off the ferry, I found out that there are two boarding areas for the Iriomote Island tour cruise: one for "tour groups" and one for "general users."
Since there was no specific guidance, I asked at the shop, and they directed me to the general boarding area, but I ended up almost missing the tour cruise...
If there had been a little more detailed guidance from the start, I think I would have been able to board without confusion and with peace of mind.

フリー時間がたっぷりあったので、自転車を借りてのんびり過ごせました。水牛車もとても楽しかったです！

注意点が1つ！
フェリーを降りた後、西表島ツアーのクルーズ船乗り場が「ツアー専用」と「一般利用者用」の2つあることがわかりました。
特に案内がなかったため売店で聞いたところ、一般用を教えていただき、結局ツアーのクルーズに乗り遅れそうに…。
最初からもう少し丁寧な案内があれば、迷わず安心して乗れると思います。

It was my first time visiting Eiheiji in a while. The bad weather brought in leaves and small branches, which was quite troublesome. At the Asakura ruins, the rain and wind were strong, so we had to wait on the bus. Since it was a tour, I was a bit disappointed that we couldn't use our time freely.

久しぶりの永平寺でした。荒天で葉っぱや小枝が吹き込んで大変でした。朝倉氏の遺跡は雨風が強くてバスで待機していました。ツアーなので時間が自由に使えなくてやや残念でした。

The guide was an incredibly knowledgeable woman, and her smooth articulation was as fluid as water on a flat board. Despite the rainy, cloudy weather, she shared the island's history and many fun events with us. The half-day itinerary felt very short.

実に博識な女性のガイドさんで、まさに立板に水の様に滑らかな滑舌は、雨混じりの曇天にも関わらず島の歴史や沢山の楽しい出来事を教えていただいた。半日の行程がすごく短く感じられた。

Once we entered the World Heritage area, we were able to see scenery that cannot be found on the mainland, and the tour itself was great. However, despite confirming the meeting place multiple times over the phone the day before, the bus passed right by us. Fortunately, the owner of our accommodation drove us to catch up with the bus, and we managed to get on. If it hadn't been for that, we would have missed the tour.

世界遺産の区域内へ入ると内地では見られない景色もみられて、ツアー自体は良かったが朝の待ち合わせ場所を、前日に電話で何度も確認したにもかかわらず、バスが我々の前を通りすぎてしまい、宿の主人が我々を車に乗せておいかけて行ってくれて、何とか乗れたがそうでなかったら、ツアーに参加できないところだった。

I was guided by Kousei. He is fluent in Japanese, so I had nothing to worry about. In advance, he sent me an email with not only the meeting time and place but also the bus number we would be taking that day and a photo of the flag as a landmark, which made it easy for me to head to the meeting spot. We were the only Japanese people, but I really appreciated that he provided the guidance in English first and then in Japanese. If I have another opportunity, I would love to join him on another tour.

We were able to see Mount Fuji beautifully without any clouds. The black eggs at Owakudani were delicious and had a mild flavor. It was a bit disappointing that Oshino Hakkai had become too commercialized.

Kouseiさんにガイドしていただきました。日本語も堪能で何も心配することはありませんでした。事前にEmailで、集合時間や集合場所はもとより、当日乗車するバスのナンバーや、目印となる旗の写真も送っていただいて安心して集合場所へ向かうことができました。日本人は私たちだけでしたが、英語でガイドのあと、日本語でもしていただきとても感謝です。また機会がありましたら、他のツアーでご一緒させていただきたいです。
富士山は雲がかかることなくきれいに観ることができました。大涌谷の黒たまご、味がまろやかで美味しかったです。忍野八海は観光地化されてしまって少し残念でした。

It was a trip to Ishigaki Island and the surrounding islands after eight years. Last time, it rained almost every day during my stay. This time, I was greeted with the expected cobalt blue sea, white sandy beaches, and white clouds in the blue sky. The sightseeing boat that navigated through the mangrove forest of Nakama River was refreshing. The hotel shuttle, the experience with the water buffalo cart timed with the ferry service connecting the islands, and the lunch arrangements all went smoothly without any waiting on the return journey. This level of efficiency is truly remarkable and unique to Japan. I thoroughly enjoyed the pleasant time in the south.

８年振りの石垣島や周辺離島への旅でした。前回は滞在中のほぼ全日に亘っての
降雨続き。今回は期待通りのコバルトブルーの海と白い砂浜や青空の中の白い雲。
仲間川マングローブ林を進む遊覧ボートは涼風爽やかでした。ホテルへの送迎，島々を結ぶフェリー船の運航に合わせるかの水牛車体験や昼食手配，帰路も待つことなく
スムーズに運航されて行くのは日本ならではの見事さでした。無駄時間皆無。
南の心地良い時間を堪能させていただきました。

I traveled alone to Hakata. I wanted to go to Itoshima, so I found this option.

Since I was the only Japanese person, it seemed like the driver had a tough time, but it was fun!

The driver seemed like a veteran, providing clear explanations, and everything went smoothly at Ichiran Forest.

I was also grateful for the recommendations for other great food in Hakata! I felt very safe during the ride.

Thank you very much. If I have the chance again, I would appreciate your help! m(_ _)m

一人旅で博多へ。糸島へ行きたかったのでこちらを見つけました。
日本人は１人でしたのでドライバーさんが大変そうでしたが、楽しかった！

ベテランのドライバーさんみたいで、わかりやすく説明してくれ、一蘭の森でもスムーズでした。

その他、博多のオススメ飯など教えて頂き有難かったです！
運転もとても安心して乗って居られました。

ありがとうございました。
また機会あればよろしくお願い致しますm(_ _)m

I was able to make a complete loop around Yakushima in half a day, visiting various sightseeing points, which was very enjoyable. I saw a yakuzaru grooming itself from the bus window, and it didn't run away at all, allowing me to watch it slowly. I also got to see a yakushika and had some photos taken… The weather was a mix of light rain and clear spells, but I enjoyed interacting with the other participants in the tour, and the bus guide's stories were great. The bus driver was very skilled at driving 😊 Thank you for the wonderful experience.

半日で　屋久島を約一周出来て、観光のポイントポイントを回ってくれるので、満喫出来ました。車窓から見る　やくざるが、毛繕いしていて　全然逃げずに　ゆっくり見れました。やく鹿も見れて、写真も撮ってもらって…。お天気は、小雨が降ったりやんだりでしたが、ツアーに参加している人とも触れ合いながら、バスガイドさんのお話も　良かったです。バスの運転手さんの運転の上手い事😊お世話になりました。

Before departure, they provided a detailed explanation that was easy to understand, and we received colored participant stickers for each course to attach to our chests. These sticker colors indicated the different activities such as the Nakagawa Cruise, bus rides, water buffalo cart rides, and ferry boarding, allowing for smooth transitions without getting lost during the experiences.

However, there was one issue: I had chosen the cycling course on Taketomi Island, but upon arriving at Taketomi Port, there were many bike rental vendors, and I was confused about which shuttle bus to take.

Overall, the day went smoothly, and I had a fun experience. I believe this is a highly recommended tour that provides satisfaction.

出発前に詳細な説明を分かりやすくして頂き、コース毎に色が違う参加シールを胸等に貼ります。このコース毎のシールカラーにより、仲間川クルーズ、バス乗車、水牛車乗車、フェリー乗船、の案内があるのでスムーズに迷うことなく移動・体験ができました。
ただ一つ困った事は、竹富島ではサイクリングコースを選択していたのですが、竹富港都到着してサイクリング貸出業者が多く、どの送迎車に乗ればいいのか迷ってしまいました。
全体的には一日スムーズに事が運び楽しく体験ができ、満足できるおすすめツアーだと思います。

I was glad to be able to efficiently visit Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go, which are places that are difficult to reach in just one day. Although it was a Japanese tour, most participants were inbound tourists, particularly from China. I was surprised that the number of visitors from China had decreased during this period. Throughout the tour, the guide provided explanations in three languages: Chinese, English, and Japanese, so there were no particular issues. At the end of the tour, we were able to return to Nagoya earlier than scheduled, which gave us some extra time.

飛騨高山と白川郷と1日では行きづらい場所を効率良く回ることができて良かったです。日本語ツアーではあるものの、ほとんどはインバウンドで、特に中国系の方が多かったです。中国からの訪問者が減ってきた時期だったので驚きました。ツアー中、ガイドさんは常に中国語/英語/日本語の3ヶ国語で説明して下さったので、特段問題はありませんでした。ツアーの最後は、予定よりも早めに名古屋に戻って来ることができて、時間的にも余裕を持てました。

The round trip of over 5 hours by microbus was tough. It was my first time on a tour that involved such a long bus ride. The sculptures were completely boring, and the facility was empty with no other guests. We spent the longest time there, while the other facilities were only about 20 minutes each, so I think that place was unnecessary.

I would have given it one star, but the tour conductor was quick-witted and took us to a scenic spot that wasn't on the itinerary, so I gave it two stars instead.

マイクロバスでの往復5時間以上は辛かったです。そんなバスで回っているツアーは初めてでした。彫刻はまったくつまらないもので他のお客さんも居ないガラガラの施設でした。そこでの滞在時間が1番長く他の施設は20分程度だったのであの施設は要らないと思います。
星１つでもよかったのですがツアコンダクターの方が機転をきかしてくれてコースにない景色のよい所に案内してくれたので星2にしました。

I was able to see the stunning views of Cape Earth, Lake Toya, and Lake Shikotsu. The weather was great, and the tour guide provided service that exceeded expectations, which was very impressive. They recommended souvenirs and food at each sightseeing spot, as well as suggestions for Sapporo city and the airport. I would like to participate in another bus tour via a different route.

地球岬・洞爺湖・支笏湖の絶景を見る事ができました。天気も良く添乗員さんがガイドさん以上の対応で非常に良かったです。
各観光地でのお土産・食べ物などお薦めを教えてくれたり、札幌市内のお薦め・空港のお薦めまで教えて頂きました。
また別ルートのバスツアーに参加したいと思います。

Even without a car, you can visit the highlights of Ishigaki and make a complete loop. Also, being dropped off at Ishigaki Airport made it very efficient in terms of time.

車か無くても石垣の見どころを見学し1周できます
又、石垣空港で下ろして頂けるので時間の効率が良かったです

I thought the schedule might be a bit tight, but once I arrived in Sapporo, there were so many places I wanted to visit, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. The guide was also very kind and provided a wealth of information, making it a fun experience.

少々ハードなスケジュールかとも思いましたが、札幌にきたら、行っておきたいところばかりで、札幌を満喫しました。
ガイドの方も親切で、情報盛り沢山で楽しかったです。

The weather was nice. The forecast said the waves were 1.5 meters. The ferry from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island had quite a bit of vertical rocking. The window seats were popular, and by the time I boarded the ferry, all the window seats were taken, leaving only the middle seats available. I didn't wear a life jacket, as the middle seemed less likely to sway. For the mangrove cruise on the Nakama River, it seems better to sit on the right side facing the direction of travel. This cruise was very satisfying. The bus from the mangroves to Yubu Island was also enjoyable, as the driver shared some funny stories. Once we arrived at Yubu Island, we were assigned to water buffalo carts, and I think the satisfaction level would be quite different depending on whether you sit on the buffalo side or the opposite side. It was nice to have just under an hour for free time on Yubu Island to relax. I took a photo with Rui-kun (the water buffalo), had lunch, and while I was taking pictures of hibiscus flowers, time ran out, and I couldn't explore the whole area. It was April, but it was hot. There are windbreak forests on the outer side of the island, so it was almost windless inside the island. Summer might be tough. From Yubu Island to Iriomote Island, we took the water buffalo cart again, then a bus to the ferry terminal, and from there, the ferry to Taketomi Island. I chose the water buffalo plan on Taketomi Island, but honestly, renting a bicycle would have been fine. Riding the water buffalo twice on Yubu Island and then again on Taketomi Island (by the way, you can't just hop on immediately; there's a pointless waiting time at the water buffalo cart company) left me with awkwardly leftover time where I couldn't do anything. Also, walking from the center of the island to the ferry terminal takes about 25 minutes, so it's better to take the bus from the water buffalo cart company to the ferry terminal, but it runs about every 30 minutes and doesn't connect with the ferry schedule, resulting in unnecessary waiting time at the ferry terminal. My satisfaction level for Taketomi Island was low, so I think a plan without Taketomi Island or a bicycle rental plan would be better. The timing for the water buffalo cart bus on Taketomi Island was really off.

Even though this is a tour, it feels fragmented with different operators, so the connections are not great.

It requires physical stamina. I thought it wouldn't be too tiring since there was a lot of moving around and not much walking, but I ended up feeling quite tired. The clientele was mostly middle-aged women, and they were quite loud. Especially on Taketomi Island, there were people who looked like punks smoking tattoos nearby, and since they were people I wouldn't normally interact with, it made me feel uncomfortable. Is there no designated smoking area on Taketomi Island?

天気は良い日でした。波は1.5mと天気予報で言っていました。石垣島→西表島のフェリーは結構縦揺れしました。窓側が人気でフェリーに乗船した時点で窓側は満席で真ん中の椅子しか空いていませんでした。救命胴衣は着用しませんでした。真ん中の方が揺れなさそうでした。仲間川のマングローブクルーズは進行方向右側に座る方が良さそうです。このクルーズは大満足でした。マングローブから由布島に向かうバスもちょこちょこ運転手さんが面白い話をしてくれるので楽しかったです。由布島に着いたら水牛車に振り分けられるのですが牛側と牛の逆側だと満足度がだいぶ違うと思います。由布島の自由行動はあと1時間弱あればゆっくりできてよかったです。ルイくん(水牛)と写真撮ってお昼ごはん食べて、ハイビスカスの写真を撮っていたら時間が来てしまって全体を回れませんでした。あと4月でしたが暑い。島の外側に防風林があるので島内はほぼ無風。夏はきついんじゃないかな。由布島→西表島はまた水牛車、その後バスでフェリー乗り場まで、フェリーで竹富島へ。竹富島では水牛プランを選びましたが、ぶっちゃけレンタサイクルで良いです。由布島で2回水牛に乗るのと、竹富島で水牛に乗っている(ちなみにすぐに乗れる訳ではなくて無意味に水牛車の会社で待ち時間があります)と残る時間が中途半端で何もできませんでした。また島の中心部からフェリー乗り場まで歩くと25分ほどかかるので水牛車の会社からフェリー乗り場まで出ているバスに乗った方が良いですが、約30分間隔ですし、フェリーの時間に接続していないのでフェリー乗り場で無駄に待ち時間があります。竹富島の満足度は低かったので、竹富島なしのプランor竹富島レンタサイクルプランがいいと思います。竹富島の水牛車のバスは本当に時間が微妙でした。
これ、ツアーといっても細切れで事業者が変わっていくだけなので、接続は微妙です。

体力が必要です。移動が多く歩かないのでそんなにしんどくないかなと思っていましたが普通に疲れました。客層は中年女性が多く、うるさかったです。とくに竹富島ではタトューでタバコ吸ってるヤンキーみたいな人が近くにいて普段関わらない人たちだったので、嫌な気分になりました。竹富島では喫煙エリアとか無いのでしょうか？

It was really convenient to be taken to places that are a bit far to get around on my own. The guide's stories were also very interesting.

自分で回るには少し距離のある場所も、まとめて連れて行って貰えるのですごく楽でした。
ガイドさんのお話も興味深かったです。