All Reviews for Bus Tours

I run a travel business. This time, I participated privately. The content of the tour was good, but I think the bus guide, Mr. Sunakawa, was excellent. He was very skilled at providing information on the bus, but his kindness, sincerity, and attentiveness in dealing with customers outside the bus were outstanding. I have interacted with various bus guides before, but he was the best.

The lunch was a bit lacking, but considering the tour price, it can't be helped (laughs). I definitely recommend it. Thank you for your assistance.

私は旅行業を営んでおります。今回はプライベートで参加いたしました。ツアーの内容も良かったですがバスガイドの砂川さんが大変良かったと思います。車内での案内もお上手なんですが、車外でのお客さんへの対応が非常に親切で誠実で気配りがあり、今までいろいろなバスガイドさんと接してきましたが最高でした。
昼食は今いちでしたがツアー料金からすれば仕方がないでしょう（笑）
是非お勧めします。お世話になりました。

I didn't do much research before going to Ishigaki Island, but thanks to this tour, my satisfaction with the trip increased. I thought it was well-packaged.

下調べもあまりせず石垣島へ
このツアーのおかげで旅の満足度上がりました。
上手くパッケージされていると思いました。

We were the only Japanese couple among the guests, participating from Hokkaido. Most of the guests were Chinese, but they frequently incorporated Japanese and provided us with incredibly thoughtful service, which was very moving. The constant focus on putting customers first left a strong impression on us. It was a wonderful bus tour, and I would love to request Chinsan again someday. I don't think there are many wonderful guides like him. I've become a complete fan. Thank you! 😊

お客さんの中で私たち夫婦のみが日本人でした北海道から参加しました。ほとんどが中国人でしたが日本語を何度となく取り入れ私たちに寄り添った対応がとても素晴らしく感動しました。常にお客さま第一を考えての行動がたいへん印象に残る素晴らしいバスツアーでまたいつかチンさんにお願いしたいと思います。なかなか素敵なガイドさんはそうそういないと思いますよ。すっかりファンになってしまいました。ありがとうございます😊

During our trip to Nagoya as a couple, we spontaneously decided to visit Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go. To our surprise, once we got past the highway, it was like entering a snowy country (laughs). We were amazed by the many inbound travelers, and we enjoyed conversations with them while savoring delicious food. The gohei mochi, skewered dumplings, Hida beef, and amazake were all so tasty! The people we met were kind, and our guide provided thorough explanations with a great smile.

夫婦で名古屋旅行の時に、思い立って飛騨高山と白川郷へ行きました。まさか、高速抜けると、雪国でした(笑)
たくさんのインバウンド旅行の方々にびっくりしながらも会話も楽しく食べ物も美味しくいただきました。やはり五平餅や串団子、飛騨牛、甘酒、すべてうま～い。出会った人たちも優しかった。ガイドさんも丁寧に説明してくれて笑顔もよかったです。

I participated in December. There were only two groups of Japanese people, including us; the rest were foreigners. The tour guide explained everything to us directly in Japanese and guided us throughout the sightseeing. We visited many attractions and had a fulfilling day. I have used VELTRA several times, and I have never been disappointed. I would like to participate again in another location next time. Thank you very much.

12月に参加しました。
日本人は私たちを含め2組のみ他は外国の方たちでした。
添乗員さんは私たちに直接日本語で説明をされ、観光もずっと案内してくださいました。
盛り沢山の観光地を訪れ充実した一日でした。
VELTRAさんは何度か利用していますが外れがありません。次回も他の地でまた参加したいと思います。宜しくお願い致します。

I participated in a tour of Saijo-ji and the Gangala Valley. The weather was great, and I enjoyed walking through the magnificent nature of Okinawa. I was able to fully enjoy a mystical and fantastical world! I'm also interested in Okinawa World, so I would like to visit next time.

斎場御獄とガンガラーの谷のツアーに参加しました。天気にも恵まれ沖縄の壮大な自然の中を散策できて良かったです。神秘的で幻想的な世界を満喫できました！沖縄ワールドも気になるので次回行ってみたいと思います。

This January in Okinawa was very cold and windy, and I was worried when the ferry to Iriomote Island was canceled, but I was able to go on this tour. Since it was a two-island tour, I returned to the hotel in the afternoon without getting too tired, which was great. On Taketomi Island, I could explore at my own pace the next day without using a tour.

I recommend the tours from Veltra because they are cheaper than booking on-site. The lunch time was at 10:30 AM, but since we gathered early in the morning, I was able to eat. Those on the three-island tour must have been hungry (there are no shops on Taketomi Island), and the bento was cold, the tempura was hard, and I wished for something delicious as a main dish.

I had a good experience.

今年の1月の沖縄はとても寒くて風が強く、西表行きの船は欠航で心配しましたがこのツアーは行くことができました。
私は2島のツアーだったので午後にホテルに戻り疲れず良かったです。竹富島は次の日ツアーを利用せずマイペースでゆったりまわれます。

ベルトラさんのツアーは、現地で申し込むのよりお安くてお勧めです。
ランチの時間が 10時半でしたが、朝早くの集合でしたので食べれます。3島ツアーの方はお腹が空いたでしょう（竹富島にはお店がないので）、そして、お弁当は冷たくて天ぷらは硬くて、何か美味しいメインのおかずが欲しかった。

良い経験ができました

The bus tour in sub-zero temperatures was completely different from other seasons, allowing us to enjoy the scenery and food unique to the cold period. There were many foreigners, but as a local, I also had a great time. Both Mount Usu and Showa Shinzan are representative volcanoes of Hokkaido, and the winter scenery was breathtaking.

氷点下というなかでのバスツアーは、他の季節とはまったく違っていて、寒い時期だからこその景色や食を楽しめました。外国人が多かったですが、地元民である私も存分に楽しめました。有珠山も昭和新山も北海道を代表する火山ですが、冬景色は圧巻でした。

Okinawa World has no exit once you enter the stalactite cave, so be prepared before you go in. At the exit, there are many plants planted, and you can view them automatically. The Nirai Kanai Bridge offers a stunning view.

沖縄ワールドは最初に鍾乳石に入ると、ずっと先まで出口がないので入る前に覚悟して入りましょう。
出口では、植物が沢山植えてあり自動的に見学出来ます。
ニライカナイ橋は絶景です。

I joined the local tour to visit a cafe that can only be accessed through it. The impressive banyan tree was very soothing. The local stories shared by the bus guide and their wonderful singing were also great.

ガンガラーの谷は現地ツアーでしか行けないカフェが目当てで参加しました。
立派なガジュマルに癒されます。
バスガイドの方の現地のお話や素敵な歌声がとても良かったです。

On December 29, 2024, I participated in a sightseeing tour of Shirakawa-go and Takayama. Starting from the urban landscape of Nagoya, the scenery transformed into lush green mountains, brown coniferous forests, and a snow-covered silver world, which was truly breathtaking. I was particularly moved every time we passed through a tunnel, revealing a completely different world.

There was some traffic and unstable weather due to heavy snowfall the day before, but thanks to our guide's professional judgment, the itinerary was flexibly adjusted in terms of order and timing. Because of this, we were able to enjoy all the sightseeing spots safely and smoothly, for which I am truly grateful.

This tour was an amazing experience and has become an unforgettable memory. I highly recommend it to many people!

2024年12月29日に、白川郷と高山を巡る観光ツアーに参加しました。名古屋の都会的な街並みからスタートし、緑豊かな山々、茶色の針葉樹林、そして一面雪に覆われた白銀の世界へと移り変わる景色は、本当に息をのむ美しさでした。特にトンネルを通り抜けるたびに、まったく異なる世界が広がっていて感動しました。

前日に大雪が降ったとのことで、多少の渋滞や天候の不安定さもありましたが、ガイドさんのプロフェッショナルな判断によって、柔軟に行程の順番や時間を調整してくださいました。そのおかげで、すべての観光地を安全かつスムーズに楽しむことができ、心から感謝しています。

このツアーは本当に素晴らしい体験で、忘れられない思い出になりました。ぜひ多くの方に参加をおすすめしたいです！

I participated in the Shirakawa-go and Takayama sightseeing tour on December 29, 2024. Traveling by bus, the scenery changed beautifully from the urban landscape of Nagoya to green mountains, brown coniferous forests, and then to the snow-covered wonderland. Each tunnel we passed led us to a completely different world. I heard that there was heavy snow the day before, which caused some traffic jams and unpredictable weather conditions. However, thanks to the tour guide's professional judgment, the itinerary was cleverly adjusted in a timely manner. I am truly grateful for being able to safely and successfully enjoy all the sights. I highly recommend everyone to join; it will be an unforgettable memory.

參加2024/12/29的合掌村及高山觀光團，搭著遊覽車，從名古屋的都市街景，到綠色山林，棕色針葉林，再到覆蓋白雪的雪之仙境的景色變化美不勝收，每經過一個山洞便會是完全不一樣的世界。因為聽說前一天下了很大的雪，所以有一些塞車或天氣不定性之類的路況，但是在導遊專業的判斷下巧妙的適時的更改行程順序或時間，真的是非常感謝。能夠安全且圓滿的觀賞到所有行程真的非常感謝，非常推薦大家來參加，會是一個非常難忘的回憶

I participated in a tour from Ishigaki to Iriomote, and then to Taketomi Island (glass boat + water buffalo).

Indeed, it might be difficult to visit all these islands at once without joining a tour.

Going from Ishigaki to Iriomote was good, and Yubu Island was nice.

However, Taketomi Island was not good. I was just made to wait, and I didn't even know what time the ferry was leaving. After arriving at Taketomi Island, I had to wait to board the glass boat. After getting off the glass boat, I had to wait again for the bus to the water buffalo experience. I wanted to return early on the last bus. After the experience, I had to wait about 50 minutes for the free shuttle bus to the ferry. It was a very wasteful use of time. I thought joining the tour would prevent such issues.

石垣から西表、そして竹富島（グラスボート＋水牛）ツアーに参加しました。

確かにツアーに参加しないと、これだけの島を一気に回るのは大変かもしれません。

石垣から西表に行き、西表で由布島は良かったです。

竹富島は、よくない。
時間だけ待たされ、何時に発なのかもわからず。
竹富島についてから、グラスボートに乗るのに待ち。
グラスボートを降りて、水牛体験をしに行くバスでも、さらに待ち。
水牛は、最終便で早く帰りたい。体験後、無料送迎バスにのり、フェリーまで約50分さらに待つ。
非常にもったいない時間の使い方でした。
そういうことがないようにツアーに参加したつもりでした。

It was a tour that made effective use of the last day. The bus was efficient, and the timing was accurate. The guide's explanations were very easy to understand, and I was able to enjoy myself without getting bored on the bus. There were also several participants who joined alone, so I recommend it for solo travelers as well. The guide kindly took photos for us.

最終日を有効に使えたツアーでした。
バスで効率良く、回って頂き時間も正確でした。
ガイドさんのお話も大変分かりやすく
車内でも退屈しないで楽しめました。
一人参加の方も数名おりましたので、
一人参加の方もおすすめです。
ガイドさんが親切に写真をとっていました。

They kindly guided me in both Japanese and Chinese. Thank you very much. I participated alone, but the guide took photos for me.

日本語と中国語どちらでも、丁寧に案内してくださいました。ありがとうございました。1人で参加したがガイドさんが写真をとってくれました。

This time, I stayed overnight in Nagoya for a live event and was wondering where to go the next day. I had always wanted to visit the snowy Shirakawa-go, so when I searched, I found this bus tour. I was a bit worried since it was available in Chinese, English, and Japanese (I wonder how many Japanese people were there?), but the guide talked non-stop and provided various explanations, including popular shops and recommended meals. The meeting and departure times were strictly followed, and the tour ended without any issues. Some people reclined their bus seats or brushed off the snow that had accumulated on their coats inside the bus, but it seemed there were no issues regarding that.

今回、ライブで名古屋に1泊して次の日どこへ出かけようかと。
以前より雪の白川郷へは行ってみたいなぁと思っていたので、検索するとこちらのバスツアーがヒットしました。
中国語、英語、日本語対応との事で少々心配してましたが（日本人何人いたかしら？）ガイドさんはずっと喋りっぱなしで色々説明してくださいました。人気のお店とかお勧めの食事とか。
集合出発時間も、きちんと守られて問題無くツアーも終了しました。
バスの座席を倒したり、コートに積もった雪をバスの中で払ったりする方もいらっしゃいましたが、その辺りは注意はなかったようです。

It was hot since it was summer, but I enjoyed it. Since the time isn't long, it's perfect for sightseeing during a little free time or as a break after walking a lot.

夏だったので暑かったのですが楽しめました。時間も長くないので、少しの空き時間やたくさん歩いたあとの休憩を兼ねた観光にぴったりです。

From Kencho-mae, we were able to efficiently visit Manzamo, Pineapple Park, Okashi Goten, Kouri Ohashi, and Churaumi Aquarium by sightseeing bus. The time spent at each location seemed just right. I think it would be nice to have a course that includes lunch as well. Additionally, I felt that having more explanations from the guide would have been beneficial.

県庁前から、万座毛、パイナップルパーク、御菓子御殿、古宇利大橋、美ら海水族館を観光バスで効率良く巡れました。各場所の時間もちょうど良かったように思います。昼食付きのコースもあると良いと思いました。
また、ガイドさんの説明ももっとあれば良いと思いました。

I was able to efficiently visit Sefa Utaki and the Valley of Gangala by bus. Although we walked during the tour, it wasn't as difficult as I expected, and even someone like me, who doesn't have much stamina, was fine. The guide provided explanations about various aspects of Okinawa, which deepened my understanding, and it was a time of healing in nature.

斎場御嶽とガンガーラの谷をバスで効率良く回ることができました。
観光の際歩きますが、思ったより大変ではなく、体力のない自分でも大丈夫でした。
ガイドさんが沖縄のあれこれについて説明をして下さるので理解も深まりますし、自然の中で心が癒される時間でした。

I participated with my parents in their 70s.

1. Iriomote Island Mangrove Tour
The guide provided fascinating explanations, and the photo opportunities were well-organized, making it a lot of fun!

2. Yubu Island
Traveling by water buffalo cart was relaxing, and we were very satisfied with the extraordinary atmosphere! The island exploration took about an hour, including lunchtime, so we couldn't see everything, but that was fine.

3. Taketomi Island
Be careful with the glass-bottom boat; if you get too absorbed, you might feel a bit nauseous! You can see the fish clearly. The walking distance on the island was a bit tough for my parents.

Still, it was a very satisfying tour where we could fully enjoy the remote islands!

70代の両親と参加しました。
①西表島マングローブツアー
ガイドの方が興味深く説明下さり、撮影タイムも案内されとても楽しかったです！

②由布島
水牛車に乗っての移動はゆったりとして、
非日常的な雰囲気に大満足！
島散策は昼食時間も含めて1時間程度なので、全ては周れませんがそれも良しでした◎

③竹富島
グラスボートは夢中で見ていると酔いそうになるので、お気をつけください！
魚はしっかり見れます◎
島散策は徒歩だと距離があるため、両親には少しきつかったです。


それでも
離島を堪能出来た大満足のツアーです！

The half-day tour of Sefa Utaki and Gangala Valley involves quite a bit of walking. The bus seats felt narrower compared to the previous day's tour, which had much more spacious and comfortable seating. Perhaps due to the half-day nature of the tour, it felt a bit rushed, and there was too little time in Gangala Valley, so I couldn't enjoy a leisurely coffee before starting the exploration, which was disappointing.

However, it’s a recommended tour as you can feel the nature and receive healing and power from it. After the tour, I planned to go to American Village, and when I consulted with the driver and guide, they were very kind and offered great advice. Thanks to them, I was able to safely reach American Village via the limousine bus from the airport. Although it wasn't our last day, they also provide transportation to the airport, so I recommend it for the final day as well.

斎場御獄とガンガラー谷の半日ツアーですが結構歩きます。バスのシート幅も前日の別のツアーのシートがかなりゆったりと広く快適だった事もあって狭めに感じました。半日ツアーのせいか忙しなくてガンガラーの谷での時間が少な過ぎてガンガラーの谷の探索出発前にゆっくりコーヒーも飲めなかったのが残念。
自然を感じられて癒しとパワーもいただけるのでオススメのツアーです。
ツアー終わった後にアメリカンビレッジに行く予定だったので運転手さんとガイドさんに相談したらとっても親切にアドバイスくれて有難うございました。空港からのリムジンバスで無事アメリカンビレッジに行く事が出来ました。私達は最終日ではなかったのですが、空港にも送って下さるので最終日にもオススメ。

At the same course:
1. Churaumi Aquarium
2. Tropical Dream Center
Some parts of the visit were separated.
I've been to Churaumi Aquarium many times, so this time I chose the Tropical Dream Center.
There were few people, allowing for a relaxed meal and visit. There were quite a few rare plants...

同じコースで
①美ら海水族館
②熱帯ドリームセンター
一部見学が分かれていました
美ら海水族館は何度も行ったので、今回は熱帯ドリームセンターを選びました
人もまばらでゆったり食事と見学が出来ました。かなり珍しい植物も⋯

It was my first time in Okinawa, and since I don't drive, I joined a bus tour that included the places I wanted to visit. They efficiently took us to various locations, which saved both time and energy, so it was great. Although the person accompanying us was not a guide but an attendant staff member, they provided explanations at key points and shared recommendations for delicious food, which was very helpful. It was a fun and satisfying day. Thank you very much.

初めての沖縄でしたが、車を運転しないので、行きたいところが入っているバスツアーに参加しました。各所へ効率よく連れて行っていただき、時間も体力も無駄にならずよかったです。同乗されていたのは、ガイドさんではなくアテンドスタッフの方とのことでしたが、要所要所で説明してくださり、また、美味しいものなど教えていただき、とてもよかったです。楽しく満足な1日でした。ありがとうございました。

What surprised me was that 90 percent of the passengers were from the neighboring great country. They looked just like us, so I didn't realize until I heard their language (laughs). However, the explanations were provided through a smartphone app, so it wasn't too bothersome. In fact, unlike domestic tour buses, it was quiet, with most people sleeping and no conversations. It was a windy day, so even with a down jacket, it was tough in a leather jacket—Manza Beach is formidable.

It had been several years since I last visited the Tropical Dream Center, but there were more facilities, and it was very impressive. The viewpoint I skipped last time became my favorite this time. The wind was strong, but I definitely recommend it. Although it was a bit of a long bus tour, the staff (all from overseas) were very kind and helpful, and I am grateful. I also appreciate them coming to pick us up when we misunderstood and were a bit late.

驚いたのは、乗客の90パーセントがお隣の大国のお方。見た目も当方と変わらないので、言葉を聞くまで分からなかった(笑)ただ説明はスマホのアプリをとうして聞く形だったので、そんなには気にならなかった。むしろ、国内のツアーバスと違って静か、ほとんど寝ていて会話なし。風が強い日だったので、ダウンがあっても大丈夫なくらい、皮ジャンでは辛かったです、恐るべし万座毛。熱帯ドリームセンターは、何年かぶりだったけど、設備が増えていて、とても見ごたえあり。前回はスルーした遠見台、今回での一番のお気に入り。風は強いけれど、ぜひおすすめ。少し長いバスツアーだったけれど、スタッフの方々（すべて海外のお方）は言葉の不自由もなくとても親切で感謝。勘違いして少々遅刻した我々をお迎えに来てもらい更に感謝。
　

It was a cold time at the beginning of the year, but it felt great to look up at the blue sky and the tall buildings of the city from the open-top. I was able to see several tourist spots, including Osaka Castle, with a detailed guide from the car window, making for an efficient sightseeing experience.

年始の寒い時期でしたが、オープントップで青空と市街地の高いビルを下から眺められて気持ち良かったです。大阪城などいくつかの観光スポットを、詳しいガイド付きで車窓から見ることができ、効率よく観光できました。

Traveling from Hakata to Miyazaki can be challenging using public transportation, so I was able to efficiently visit various locations by taking the bus. However, there were many Chinese tourists, and most of the explanations on the bus were in Chinese. I would have appreciated more detailed explanations in Japanese.

博多から宮﨑は公共交通機関だと訪問しにくいので、バスで移動して効率よく各箇所を訪問することができました。ただ中国の方が多くバス車内での説明が中国語が大半で日本語での詳しい説明が欲しかったです。

I recommend this tour for those who want to efficiently enjoy a day, especially for first-time visitors to the islands. It was our first time as well, but the staff's support was smooth, allowing us to relax and enjoy our experience. Thank you.

一日で効率よく満喫できるツアーで、特に初めて離島に行かれる方にはお勧めします。私たちも初めてでしたが、スタッフさんの対応がスムーズで安心して過ごすことができました。ありがとう。

I leisurely crossed the sea from Iriomote Island to Yufu Island, pulled by a water buffalo! The water buffalo is quite clever and is said to have an intelligence level similar to that of a 3 to 5-year-old human! During the crossing, there was also a performance with the sanshin, which added to the relaxed and charming atmosphere! On Yufu Island, there was a calm water buffalo that specializes in photo opportunities, and it posed perfectly for our interaction photos!

西表島から由布島へ水牛ちゃんに引かれてのんびり海を渡りました！
水牛ちゃんはお利口さんで、人間の3歳〜5歳くらいの知能があるそうです！
海を渡る最中には三線の弾き語りもあり、のんびりと風情に萌えました！
由布島には記念撮影専門のおとなしい水牛ちゃんがいて、しっかりカメラ目線でふれあい写真を撮らせてくれました！

There were many Chinese tourists, and the tour guide spent quite a bit of time explaining about tax-free shopping and manners. The guide didn't seem to have much knowledge about the sightseeing points, and it felt more like a translator for the Chinese tourists rather than a tour guide.

In the Toyako Onsen area, there were few places to have lunch, and I ended up being a lunch refugee.

If you think of it as a tour that conveniently and efficiently takes you to sightseeing spots without any expectations, it is a satisfactory tour.

中国人観光客が多く、添乗員は免税、マナーについてかなり時間をとって説明していました。観光先のポイントに関しての知識があまりなく、観光ガイドさんではなく中国人観光客の通訳って感じでした。
洞爺湖温泉街はランチの取れる店が少なく、ランチ難民となりました。
何も期待せず便利で効率よく観光スポットに連れてってもらえると考えれば、納得できるツアーです。

It was my first time on a bus tour in Hokkaido, and I was surprised that about 80% of the participants were of Chinese descent. The guide was also from China, but they spoke Japanese as well, so I was able to enjoy the tour. I wouldn't have been able to visit so many places on my own, so it was great.

北海道のバスツアーは初めてでしたが、おそらく8割のかたが中華系の方でびっくりしました。ガイドさんも中国の方でしたが日本語もお話しされていたので楽しく参加することができました。一人ではこれほどの場所を巡ることはできないのでよかったです。