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It was surprisingly quiet on the last day of the May holiday, which was nice. The tour guide who accompanied us was incredibly knowledgeable about various topics, including Buddha statues and temples, and I was really impressed.

５月の連休最終日で意外と空いていて良かったです。
同行してもらった添乗員さんは仏像やお寺の事等、多岐に渡り色々お話してもらってすっごく詳しくてびっくりしました。

Last time I traveled to Nara around the same period, I unfortunately found this tour fully booked when I tried to make a reservation the day before, so this time I made sure to book early. Since I was staying in Nara city, I was picked up at the hotel lobby. The 6-hour course took my preferences into account, and I was taken to the Kitora Tomb, which really impressed my mother, who has difficulty walking. They also made sure to take the shortest route for my mother. Next time, I’m thinking of using this service towards Hōryū-ji. If we had taken the train by ourselves, we might have been exhausted and not able to enjoy the memories. Thank you to the driver for the wonderful memories.

前回同じ時期に奈良に旅行し、前日、このツアーを見つけ予約しようとしたらあいにく満員で、今回は早めに予約をしました。奈良市内の宿泊だったため、ホテルロビーまで送迎していただきました。6時間のコースで希望を聞いていただき、キトラ古墳に連れて行っていただき、足の悪い母が感激していました。
足の悪い母が最短距離で行ける配慮もしていただきました。次回は法隆寺方面で利用させていただこうかと思っています。自分達で電車を利用して行ったら、ヘトヘトで思い出どころじゃなかったかもしれません。
運転手さん、楽しい思い出ありがとうございました。

Since it was my first time in Nara, I used a sightseeing bus. I was amazed by the size of Hōryū-ji. There were many highlights within the temple grounds, and I walked so much that my feet got tired, visiting various places including the Bodai-ji. The guide also provided detailed explanations, which was very good.

奈良は、初めてなので、観光バスを利用しました。法隆寺の大きさに驚きました。境内の中に見どころが沢山有り、菩提寺までいろんな処を廻り、足が疲れるほど歩きました。ガイドさんも、詳しく説明していただき、大変良かったです。

As expected, the roads in Kamakura were congested, but I arrived at Kamakura Station at 4:30, an hour late. The experience was fulfilling, and I enjoyed a delicious lunch as well.

やはり鎌倉の道路は渋滞でしたが、1時間遅れの4時半に鎌倉駅に到着しました。充実した内容で、昼食もおいしくいただきました。

I wanted to make the most of my short time in Atami before heading back, so I joined this tour! The bus guide was cheerful, and I was able to enjoy sightseeing in a fun way. There were moments when it felt a bit busy, but that also made me feel like I was using my time effectively, which was great! When I explore on my own, I tend to linger too long in one place. If you decide to join, comfortable walking shoes are a must! I also rode the cable car, and I felt that this tour was a great value for the price!

帰りの時間までの短時間で熱海を満喫したかったので、こちらを参加しました！バスガイドさんも明るく、楽しく観光をすることができました★ところどころ忙しく感じました…がそれも時間を有効に使っている感じがしてまたよかったです！自分だけでの行動だと一ヶ所に長居してしまうので。参加する場合は歩きやすい靴がいいですよ★ケーブルカー等も乗り、この価格で安いなと感じました！

The pace of the bus guide was very slow. I had a muscle ache from a cramp the day before, so it was a relief. Some people might have wanted to walk a bit faster to the main sightseeing spots and take their time exploring.

バスガイドの方の歩く速さがとてもゆっくりでした。前日にこむら返りをして筋肉痛が残っていたので助かりました。もう少し観光場所のメインまで早めに歩いてゆっくり見学したいと思った方がいたかもしれません・・・・・

For us as a couple without a car, the regular sightseeing bus, which allows us to listen to the guide's explanations and visit efficiently, is very convenient. We were especially healed by the scenery of Jiko-in and the matcha.

車でない私たち夫婦にとっては、ガイドさんの説明が聞け、効率よく回れる定期観光バスは便利です。特に慈光院の景色と抹茶に癒やされました。

It had been since my middle school field trip that I visited Nara, and I was able to efficiently tour the famous sites. Although it was a cold February, there weren't too many tourists, allowing me to take my time exploring each location. The guide's explanations were thorough, detailed, and entertaining, which was fantastic. I ordered lunch for an additional fee, and the set included udon and persimmon leaf sushi, which was delicious, so I was glad I ordered it.

中学生の時の修学旅行以来の奈良でしたが、効率的に名所を観光することができました。2月の寒い時期でしたが、観光客がそれほど多くなくて、各所をゆっくりと見て回ることができました。ガイドさんの話が丁寧で詳しく、そして面白くて最高でした。別料金で昼食を注文しましたが、うどんや柿の葉寿司のついたセットで、美味しくて注文して良かったです。

It was a tour that efficiently covered famous spots outside of Nara Park. The temples we visited on this tour were places I had been to before, but the guide's extensive knowledge made every explanation very detailed and educational, which I really enjoyed. The additional information during the transfers was also excellent. The driver was safe, which was great.

The talk by the head priest while we enjoyed a cup of tea at Jiko-in was very interesting. The head priest's father also joined us, and we had the unique experience of the "Naruryu" that we wouldn't normally get to do.

I added the lunch option for 1,000 yen, and it was the right choice since we only had about 40 minutes for lunch. (The meal felt a bit on the bland side, so it might not be suitable for small children…)

奈良公園周辺以外の有名所を効率よく周ってくれるツアーでした。
このツアーで周る寺院は、以前に行ったことはあったのですが、ガイドさんの知識が豊富で、どの解説もとても詳しく勉強になり、楽しめました。
移動中の補足情報なども素晴らしかったです。
運転手の方も安全運転で良かったです。

慈光院での一服しながらの住職のお話はとてもおもしろかったです。
住職のお父様が出てきて下さり、普段はできない鳴龍体験もさせていただきました。

お昼はオプション1000円で付けましたが、昼食時間は40分程度しかなかったので、付けておいて正解でした。
(内容は少し渋めな気がしたので、小さいお子様などには向かない昼食かもしれません…)

It was a long-awaited trip to Atami for just the two of us. This was the final part of our trip, a bus tour. The guide's commentary was rich and enjoyable, and the plum blossoms in the plum garden were at their peak. Perhaps because it was Sunday, the roads were congested, and we felt a bit rushed for time, but overall, it was a highly satisfying bus tour.

久しぶりの夫婦水入らずの熱海旅行。
その仕上げのバスツアーでした。
ガイドさんのトークも味わい深く、梅園の梅も見ごろでした。
日曜日のためか道路が混んでおり、少し時間に追われてしまいましたが、全体的に満足感の高いバスツアーでした。

Thank you for your assistance during that time. It was great to visit various places in a short amount of time, but I think the many stairs might be a bit challenging for elderly individuals. I was also very disappointed that our time at the plum garden was so short. Personally, I would have preferred to skip the stop at the Atami Ropeway and spend more time at the plum garden to stroll around leisurely. That said, having a course like this with a short sightseeing bus tour to visit famous spots while traveling is very helpful.

その節はお世話になりました。
短時間で色々な場所を巡れたのは良かったのですが、階段が多くて高齢の方には少し大変かなと・・・
また梅園での滞在時間が短かったのがとても残念でした。
個人的意見としては、熱海ロープウェイに立ち寄りはせずに、その分、梅園での時間を長めにとっていただき、ゆっくりと散策したいなと思いました。
とはいえ、旅先にてこのような短時間の定期観光バスで名所を巡れるコースがありますと、とても助かります。

Since it was a weekday after the holiday, we had a small group of 13 people on a large bus, which made for a comfortable ride and a relaxed visit to the sites. It was the best tour. In Nara, moving around alone can be inefficient and difficult, so it was a good decision to use the tour.

The guide's explanations were clear, and their attention to detail made me feel at ease.

However, I must mention that although I had reserved lunch, I was unsure where to sit as I was alone, and when I chose a corner seat, I was pushed aside by a group of customers without even a word of apology, which was unpleasant. I believe that the group was at fault, but if seats had been assigned in advance, this situation could have been avoided, so it's disappointing.

連休明けのウィークディだったので、大型パスに13人という少人数で、パスもゆったり、訪れる場所もゆったりで、最高のツアーでした。奈良は場所の移動がひとりでは非効率的で難しいため、ツアーを利用して正解でした。
ガイドさんの説明はわかりやすく、気配りもきちんとされていて安心できました。
あえて申しますと、昼食を予約いたしましたが、当方ひとりのため どの席につけばよいか迷い、隅の席に座りましたところ、グループ客に追い立てられ、申し訳ないの一言もなく嫌なおもいをしました。これはそのグループ客が悪いとおもいますが、あらかじめ席を指定していただければ、そのようなことはなかったはずですので残念です。

The course included sightseeing at Todai-ji, Kasuga-taisha, Kofuku-ji, and the summit of Wakakusa Mountain (third level). The bus guide's thorough explanations made the experience even more enjoyable. Since my wife and I were the only ones at the summit of Wakakusa Mountain, it felt like a private experience, and we were blessed with great weather. If you're planning to visit the aforementioned temples and shrines, I recommend this tour for its smooth guidance.

東大寺、春日大社、興福寺と、若草山山頂（三重目）を観光するコースでした。バスのガイドさんの丁寧な説明で、より楽しめました。若草山山頂（三重目）は、我々夫婦だけでしたので、貸し切り状態で、天気にも恵まれ最高でした。いつも混在している前述の寺社を回るのであれば、案内がスムーズに行くのでお勧めです。

A half-day trip to Atami was perfect for sightseeing. Although the weather was a bit disappointing, all the tourist spots were great. It was a trip with just my daughter, and while there are many hills in Atami, we didn't have the hassle of searching for parking, and we were able to return on time, which made us very satisfied.

半日で熱海観光、にはピッタリの設定で楽しめました。お天気がいま１つで残念でしたが、どこの観光ポイントも良かったです。娘と２人での旅行でしたが、自力で周るには熱海の街は坂が多く、駐車場を探したりの面倒もなく、時間通りに帰着できて満足です。

I visited Kamakura for the first time, and I think it was a compact tour that covered a lot in a short time. It was disappointing that the sashimi for lunch was frozen, but I believe the content was more impressive than I expected for the price of this tour.

初めて鎌倉に行きましたが、短時間でコンパクトにまとまっているツアーと思います。
昼食の刺身が凍っていたのは残念でしたが、このツアー価格で想定していたより立派な内容だったと思います。

This tour is actually a repeat for me. I wouldn't recommend it for those who want to take their time, but for those who want to be efficient, it's a great tour. This time, I booked it to see Mount Fuji. I participated with three female friends. The day before, Atami had a fireworks festival, so it was a bit crowded, but there were only eight participants on the tour, so the bus was quite spacious. The sightseeing time at each location was short, but the content was very rich. The view from Jukkoku Pass was truly amazing, with a blue sky and snow covering Mount Fuji up to the fourth station. It was really the best. Unusually for this time of year, there were plum blossoms and even some water lilies blooming, and the vibrant red autumn leaves in a strange park were also nice. Our fun and experienced guide added a lot of charm to the tour. I would like to visit again during the cherry blossom season in January or February.

実はこのツアーはリピです。
ゆっくり見たい方にはお勧めしませんが、賢く回りたい方にとっては、とてもいいツアーですよ。
今回は富士山見たさで予約しました。
女子友3人での参加です。
前日熱海は花火大会とあって、少し混雑していましたが、ツアーの参加者は8人でしたのでバスの中はがらがらです。
箇所の見学時間は短いですが、内容はとっても濃かったです。
十国峠～見た景色は、青い空に4号目付近まで雪の積もった富士山、本当に最高でした。
この時期珍しく、梅の花やすいせんの花まで咲いていて、また真っ赤な紅葉も見ごろと言った不思議な公園も良かったです。
楽しいベテランガイドさんはとっても味があって良かったです。
次回は1月～2月の桜が咲くという時期にまた伺いたいと思います。

This was a bus tour that briefly covered the essential sights of Atami, departing and returning to Atami Station. The "Omiya no Matsu" is honestly just a place to pass by, so don't expect much. If you want to enjoy the view, sitting on the left side of the bus is a must. The ropeway ride to the observation deck lasted about three minutes, and the scenery was quite enjoyable. Although it was set for about 15 minutes, it was enough time to take in the view of Atami's sea and town, snap some photos, and use the restroom.

The next stop, Kinomiya Shrine, featured a massive camphor tree with a circumference of over 20 meters, which was quite impressive. While it’s not feasible to relax with tea, you can still take your time here. Don’t forget to pay your respects.

After that, we headed to Jukkoku Pass. We took a cable car up the mountain for a few minutes. The cable car seats are basically facing each other, and the pitch is narrow, so you end up knee-to-knee with the person across from you. As for the view, we were fortunate with the weather and were able to admire Mount Fuji with its broad base. It was quite cold in early December as evening approached. How to use the allotted time is a dilemma: whether to leisurely enjoy the view or to moderately explore the shop on the first floor for souvenirs. We chose to enjoy the view.

The last stop of the tour was Atami Plum Garden. I believe the plums were early bloomers, as we saw a few small trees with flowers. However, the main attraction was the red leaves. Given the season, it seems the end is near, but it was very beautiful. This stop had a relatively longer time set aside, allowing us to stroll through the garden at a relaxed pace.

That sums up this bus tour. I would have liked about five more minutes at each location. The places we visited did not have any entrance fees, but the costs for the ropeway and cable car (if taken individually) amounted to about half of the tour price, making it quite a good deal. Additionally, I participated in the tour with a small suitcase (the size allowed on airplanes), and it was helpful that I could store it in the bus's lower compartment. I was also pleased that we arrived on time despite returning in the evening.

　熱海駅発、熱海駅帰着。無難な名所であり外せない要所を、手短に巡るバスツアーでした。「お宮の松」は正直、ただ通り過ぎるだけなので期待しない方がいいです。眺めたいなら、バスの左側に座るのが絶対条件でしょう。ロープウェイに３分ほど乗っての展望台はまあまあ景色を楽しめました。実質15分程度の設定でしたが、熱海の海と街を一望し写真を撮ってトイレに行くのには十分です。次の来宮神社は円周２０ｍを超える大きな楠が迫力満点でした。さすがにお茶を飲んでノンビリなどは無理ですが、割とゆっくりできます。お詣りも忘れずに。
　その後は十国峠へ。ケーブルカーで数分ほど山を上がります。ケーブルカーの座席は基本対面式。ピッチが狭いので向かいに座る人とは正に膝を突き合わせることになります。そして肝心の景色。この日は天候に恵まれ、すそ野が広がる富士山を鑑賞できました。夕方が近づく12月初旬は結構寒かったです。設定された時間をどう使うか。ゆとりを持って眺望を楽しむか、適度に抑えて１階の売店で土産物を物色するか、迷いどころではないでしょうか。私たちは眺望を選びました。
　ツアーの最後は熱海梅園です。たぶん早咲きの梅と思いますが、一部花をつけた小さな木を散見しました。ただ主役は紅い葉っぱです。季節からして終わりが近いのでしょうが、とてもきれいでした。こちらは比較的時間が長く設定されており、落ち着いて園内を散策できました。
　以上が今回のバスツアーです。もう少し、それぞれ５分ほど時間が欲しかったです。巡った場所は入場料の類は一切かからない場所でしたが、ロープウェイとケーブルカーの乗車賃（個人で乗車した場合）がツアー代金の半分ほどかかるので、かなりお得感があります。また、小ぶりなスーツケース（飛行機機内に持ち込めるサイズ）を携えてのツアー参加でしたが、バスの下部にある収納場所に預かってもらえたので助かりました。夕刻の戻りにも拘わらず予定時間にきちんと到着できたのも嬉しかったです。

Atami Half-Day Bus Tour
Thank you very much.
It was a great course, but there was hardly any time at each location. I didn't have enough time to enter Atami Castle either.
If possible, I think it would be nice to reduce one or two stops in the course to allow for a bit more time at each location so we could enjoy them more leisurely.
The view from the high places was amazing.
I think the 3 hours and 15 minutes setting is just right.
Thank you very much.

熱海観光半日バスツアー
有難うございました。
せっかく良いコース回っているのですが、
各場所での滞在時間がほとんどありませんでした。時間無くて熱海城も中入れませんでした。
出来れば、コースの中で一つか二つ減らしてでも、各場所でもう少しお時間とって頂けると
のんびり回れるのかな、と思いました。
高い所からの眺めは最高でした。
3時間15分の設定は丁度良いかと思います。
ありがとうございました。

Visiting Hōryū-ji and Chūgū-ji individually often took a lot of time to move to Nishi no Kyō afterward. It was impossible to reach Tōshōdai-ji in one day. There were times when I arrived at Nishi no Kyō Station and it was already 5 PM! It was disappointing.

However, the regular sightseeing bus tours allowed for a leisurely visit, and in addition, enjoying tea while viewing the garden at Jikō-in added one more delight to my experience in Nara. This time, I visited in autumn before the leaves changed color; next time, I would like to experience Nara in winter with its snowy scenery, and in spring with fresh greenery, all through this tour.

法隆寺・中宮寺を個人で拝観し、その後西の京への移動は時間が掛ることが多かった。唐招提寺まで一日では無理。ある時は西の京駅に着いたら、もう5時!
残念というときもありました。
　さすがに、定期観光バスのツアーそれぞれがゆっくり拝観できたことに加え、慈光院でお庭を見ながらのお茶、奈良の楽しみが一つ増えました。今回は紅葉前の秋、次は、雪景色の冬、新緑の春など季節に彩られた奈良をこのツアーで味わってみたいものです。

The bus guide was excellent. Also, I left something on the bus, but the office staff was kind and helpful.

バスガイドさんが最高でした。また、車内に忘れ物をしたのですが事務所の対応も親切でありがたかったです。

Sightseeing was easy and comfortable on a large bus. It seemed close, but it would have been difficult to get around on our own. There were many things we thought we knew but actually didn't. We heard various stories, and although it was a short tour, we really enjoyed it.

大型バスで楽チン観光。
近そうだけど、自分たちで動くには大変。
知ってそうで知らないことがいっぱい。
いろんな話も聞けて短いツアーでしたが楽しめました。

Touring efficiently by large bus is easy and highly recommended. Since it was before my surgery, I really wanted to visit Yakushiji Temple... I participated with my family. Thanks to its blessings, my surgery was successful. I am grateful that I can continue to enjoy traveling. The sermons by the monks at Yakushiji Temple were also interesting and captivating. If you have a goshuincho (stamp book), don't forget to bring it!

効率良く大型バスでの観光は、楽チンでおすすめ。
手術前だったので、薬師寺様にどうしても行きたくて・・・
家族で参加しました。そのご利益で、無事に手術も成功。
これからも旅を楽しめることに感謝、感謝です。
薬師寺様の僧侶の説法も、面白く引き込まれてしまいましたよ。
御朱印帳を持っている方は、忘れずにね。

We participated as a group of five women. The bus was only about three rows filled from the front, and there were plenty of empty seats in the back. I think it's reasonable since the cost includes the ropeway and cable car fees. There was a lot of information about the statue of Omiya no Matsu and stories related to the artist that you wouldn't know if you visited individually. Through this tour, I discovered some surprisingly deep aspects of Atami that I didn't know before.

女性5人での参加。バスは前から3列位埋まっていた程度の参加で、後方の座席がもったいないくらい空いていました。ロープウエィやケーブルカー代も含まれているのでリーズナブルだと思います。お宮の松の銅像、作者にまつわる話、個人で訪れたら知り得ない情報満載でした。今回のツアーで意外と知らないディープな熱海を発見しました。

The guide's explanations were easy to understand and great. I was drawn in by their engaging way of speaking that kept everyone interested. I would like to go on a different course next time. Thank you very much.

ガイドさんの
お話がわかりやすくて良かったです。
人を飽きさせない話し方に引き込まらました
また、違うコースで行きたいと思います
よろしくお願いいたします

I was able to visit various places in Atami in half a day. Although the time for sightseeing felt short, I think it was just enough. My friends were also satisfied. Thank you!

半日で熱海のいろいろなところに回れました。現地で観光する時間が短く感じたけれど、これくらいでよかったと思います。友達も満足してくれました♪ありがとうございました！

Our guide gave us the English entry brochures {available everywhere} even though 4 of 6 were English speakers; the other 2 Japanese. Hit the impotrant places, but unable to ask questions, seek clarifications.

I used the half-day tour in Atami. Initially, I was planning to organize my own itinerary and use the bus, but I thought it would be quite difficult since I wasn't familiar with the geography. While researching, I found this tour. It included all the must-see spots in Atami without any wasted time, and the entrance fees were included. The guide's explanations were very clear and enjoyable, making the time fly by. Although it was a short time, it became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.

熱海の半日ツアーを利用しました。
当初、自分で予定を組んでバスを利用しながらと考えておりましたが地理的なものもわからないので結構大変だなと思い調べていたところこちらのツアーを見つけました。
無駄なく熱海の名所が組まれており入場料も含まれており、ガイドさんの説明もとても分かりやすく楽しくあっという間の時間でした。
短い時間でしたがとてもいい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。

This is a great tour for those wondering what there is to see in Atami. Departing from in front of Atami Station is also a good option. You can explore in a short amount of time and at a low cost. You can ride the cable car and the ropeway as well. The view of Mount Fuji from Jukkoku Pass is absolutely wonderful. Since it was Sunday this time, there were noticeably many foreign participants.

熱海って何があるのかな？って思う方にはいいツアーです。
熱海駅前～出発するのもいいですよね。
短時間で、格安に回れます。
ケーブルカーも乗れるし、ロープウェイも乗れます。
十国峠～見る富士山は最高に素敵ですよ。
今回日曜日だったので、外国人の方の参加が目立ちましたね。

It was my first time in Kamakura, and I was able to enjoy sightseeing easily with a guided bus tour. Perhaps because it was the season for hydrangeas, the crowds were more than I had imagined. It seems that returning to Kamakura Station could take over an hour longer, so I think it's necessary to be cautious when reserving return train tickets. Knowing that the roads would be congested, my wife and I walked from Hōkoku-ji (Great Buddha) to Kamakura Station. It took us about 20 minutes to walk 2 kilometers at a brisk pace.

はじめての鎌倉なのに、ガイドさん付のバスでお手軽に観光することができました。
あじさいの季節だったこともあるのでしょう。混雑は想像以上でした。
鎌倉駅への帰着が１時間以上遅れることもあり得るので、帰りの電車の予約は慎重にする必要があると思われます。
道路が混むことが分かっていたので、わたしは妻と高徳院(大仏)から鎌倉駅まで徒歩で向かいました。早歩きで2km20分程度でした。

A bus trip with my elderly mother. The sightseeing time at each spot is quite tight, but we can see everything. The lunch bento is reasonable for the price (though I wouldn't recommend it for those expecting hot tempura). Anyway, Kamakura is always congested with a lot of tourists, which leaves me exhausted when I get home, but this time I was able to conserve my energy, which was great.

高齢の母を連れてのバス旅行。 各スポットでの見物時間は結構タイトですが、一通り見物できます。お昼のお弁当はお値段からすると妥当です。（熱々の天ぷらとか期待する人にはお勧めしませんが。）とにかく鎌倉はいつも渋滞とたくさんの観光客で帰宅後どっと疲れるのですが、今回は体力温存できたのがよかった。