All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

It was the best tour. I can understand why it's so popular.

There were places that I might have overlooked if I were traveling on my own, but thanks to the bus guide's explanations, I realized many things and had a very meaningful and enriching day.

Adding this to your travel itinerary is definitely a good idea. I highly recommend it.

最高のツアーでした。人気なのも、頷けます。

個人で旅行すると見落としそうな場所等々、バスガイドさんの説明により、なるほどなーとか、いろんなことに気付かされて、とっても有意義な、中身の濃い１日を過ごせました。

旅の中の１日に加えるのは、アリです。
ぜひ、オススメします。

Okinawa, which is said to be a power spot for the entire island, is a place I have visited many times, but it was my first time at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. Walking the full trekking course takes about an hour and a half, but I recommend doing the entire route. The course features various powerful strange rocks and sacred banyan trees. I was healed by the mysterious power and abundant negative ions.

Unfortunately, the main aquarium was almost closed due to COVID-19 measures, but thanks to that, inbound tourism from the main island of Okinawa had decreased, allowing for a relaxed visit everywhere.

島全体がパワースポットといわれている沖縄、何度も訪問していますが、大石林山は初めてでした。トレッキングコースをフルで歩くと、１時間半くらいかかりますが、全部行くことをオススメします。コースにはパワーのある様々な奇岩や御願ガジュマルがあります。不思議なパワーとたっぷりのマイナスイオンに癒されました。
その後に寄った美ら海水族館は、残念ながら新型コロナウィルス対策のため、メインの水族館以外はほぼ閉館。
ただ、そのおかげで沖縄本島全体からインバウンドが去り、どこも空いていてゆったり周れました。

Due to the current circumstances, the Churaumi Aquarium had fewer events, but that allowed for a more relaxed visit. It was also great to experience the culture at Ryukyu Village.

Above all, the bus guide was fantastic. They shared Okinawan culture, songs, and dances, making the tour enjoyable!

時世により、美ら海水族館はイベントも少なかったのですが、その分ゆったり見ることができました。琉球村も文化に触れて良かったでした。
なんと言ってもバスガイドさんが最高でした。沖縄の文化や歌、踊りも披露頂き、ツアーに参加して楽しかった！

I had hardly ever done any mountain climbing before, but I really wanted to see Jomon Sugi, so I decided to join a tour.

During the tour, we took breaks at appropriate intervals, and the guides provided us with information about the target arrival times and guidelines for each point, which allowed us to walk with peace of mind. It was also helpful that they informed us about dangerous areas and how to handle them in advance.

The day before, when I went to Shiratani Unsuikyo alone, I struggled and got lost due to the thick fog, so I was even more grateful that I had signed up for this tour before my trip!

普段ほとんど登山などはしたことがなかったのですが、どうしても縄文杉が見たかったのでツアーに参加することにしました。

ツアーでは適度に休憩を挟みながら、各ポイントへの到着目標時間や目安などを教えて頂きながらトレッキングしたため、安心して歩くことができました。また危険な箇所や対応の仕方も事前に教えて貰えよかったです。

前日に白谷雲水峡に1人で行った時に、霧が濃かったこともあり、道に迷ったり苦労したため、尚更旅行前にこのツアーを申し込んでいて良かったと思いました！

At the end of December 2019, I attempted to reach the Arakawa trailhead but had to give up due to heavy rain! On March 17, 2020, I made a second attempt. I kept a close eye on the weather forecast and changed my tour reservation several times before the day arrived, and I was able to go on a day with perfect weather. Our guide, Mr. Kawada, was incredibly thorough, providing many informative stories about the basics of mountain walking and the history of Yakusugi, and I truly felt it was worth hiring a guide. Thank you very much. We departed from the trailhead at 5:30 AM and returned at 3:40 PM. As someone over 60, I felt a sense of accomplishment after walking 22 km in the mountains. It was all thanks to our guide.

2019.12月末、大雨で荒川登山口まで行くが断念！2020.3.17 再挑戦でした。天気予報睨めっこでツアー申し込みも何度か変更を繰り返し当日を迎え、最高の天気のなか行って来ました。ガイドの川田さんの案内は実に丁寧で山歩きの基本や屋久杉の歴史など勉強になる話が多く、ガイドをお願いして本当に良かったと思います。有難うございました。登山口5:30出発ー15:40帰着　還暦過ぎ22kmの山歩きに達成感あり。ガイドさんのお蔭だな。

I brought my 10mo old son on my own, and this tour was amazing. I did a detailed review on my blog post here: http://www.arielland.com/2020/03/baby-traveler-kanazawa-and-shirakawago.html (or my YouTube vlog here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sycLyDqQZ0)

To sum up what I liked:

✦ Big comfortable tour bus
✦ Bilingual guide sharing amazing details
✦ Good amount of time at each spot, not too long/not too short
✦ Group was half Japanese half international, everyone was very nice
✦ Tour was very timely and organized

I made a reservation for a trip with three female friends.
It was our first island-hopping experience, and we had a wonderful time.

Yufu Island and Taketomi Island felt like tropical islands that are part of Japan but also not quite Japan!
Cycling on Taketomi Island takes a little over an hour, but in mid-March, the weather was nice and pleasant.

女友達3人旅行で予約させていただきました。
初めての島巡でしたが、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。

由布島、竹富島は日本であって、日本でないような南国感たっぷりな島でした！
竹富島でのサイクリングは1時間ちょっとかかりますが、3月半ばで気候もよく気持ちよかったです。

It was a tour full of highlights. The explanations and performances by the versatile guide about Okinawa were very enjoyable and offered great value for money. I also thoroughly enjoyed the various Okinawan dishes that were introduced to me after the tour!

見どころ満載のツアーでした。コスパ良く多才なガイドさんの沖縄の説明やパフォーマンス等、とても楽しかったです。ご紹介して下さった数々の沖縄料理もツアーの後、堪能しました！

I wanted to visit Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya in winter, but since I live in an area where it doesn't snow, I thought driving would be impossible, and I wasn't familiar with the bus routes, so I gave up. When I found this tour, I immediately signed up because it was exactly what I was hoping for.
The driver's driving was very reassuring, and the guide was very considerate, making the time feel enjoyable rather than long.
The lunch wasn't bad in terms of taste. The hot pot was, of course, warm, but the other dishes were cold, and the shredded cabbage was dry, making me wonder how long it had been sitting out.
When we arrived at the hotel, we were told that we were scheduled to leave at 1:30, but when we entered the hotel, the bath was available only from 1:00?! I think it's very disappointing for those who were looking forward to it.
I hope the hotel schedule can be better communicated. I would definitely like to see improvements in the lunch.
It's a shame, especially since the bus staff left a good impression.

冬の支笏湖や洞爺湖に行ってみたかったのですが、雪が降らない地域に住んでいるので、車の運転は無理だし、路線バスもよくわからないしと諦めていました。このツアーを見つけて、希望にピッタリだとすぐに申し込みました。
ドライバーさんの運転はとても安心でき、ガイドさんもいろいろ気を使って下さり、少し長いかなと思っていた時間も、そう感じないほど楽しく過ごせました。
昼食は、味は悪くはないです。鍋はもちろん暖かいですが、その他は冷たく、千切りキャベツは乾いていて、いつから置いてあるんだろうと思いました。
ホテルに着いて1時半出発の予定だと言われ、いざホテルに入ったらお風呂は1時から⁉︎楽しみにして来た方にはとても残念だと思います。
ホテルの予定など、しっかり把握していただけたらと思います。昼食は是非改善していただきたいです。
バスのスタッフが好印象だっただけに、残念です。

The mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island's great nature was wonderful. I cycled around Taketomi Island, and the sea was beautiful, and the townscape was lovely. Next time, I want to go canoeing in the mangroves.

西表島の大自然マングローブクルーズ良かったです。
竹富島をサイクリングで周りましたが、海が綺麗で、街並みも素敵でした。
次回はマングローブをカヌーで行きたいです。

The cost performance is excellent.
I had a course that included Kouri Island, Okashi Goten, Manzamo, and American Village, but since we didn't reach the minimum number of participants (due to the impact of COVID-19), the course was slightly different. However, there was an introduction to the Ryukyu Village course, and I participated after changing the slide. The bus was very nice, and both the guide and the driver were experienced, which made me feel safe and relaxed. It was a long journey, but it was great that there were few people and we could see everything efficiently. I think it's a recommended tour. I really enjoyed it.

コスパ良すぎです。
古宇利島・御菓子御殿・万座毛・アメリカンビレッジのコースでしたが最小催行人員に届かなかったので（コロナ感染の影響より）コースが少し違うこととなりましたが琉球村のコースで紹介がありスライド変更し参加しました。バスも非常に良いバスだったしガイド、運転手さんもベテランの方で安心してゆったり寛げました。長時間の長旅でしたが人が少なく効率よく見れたのも良かったです。お勧めツアーだと思います。満喫できました。

I usually travel around by rental car, but since this was a solo trip, I decided to try a bus tour. From Naha City, it takes about three hours by car. After that, visiting the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and the Daisekirinzan, I was a bit concerned about my stamina, but to conclude, I think choosing the bus tour was the right decision!

On the way there, we enjoyed sightseeing through the bus windows with the guidance of the tour conductor and audio guide, so we arrived in no time. Although I’m not very confident in my physical stamina, I was able to comfortably complete the entire course, perhaps pushed by the energy of Daisekirinzan.

I often visit aquariums, so I intentionally skipped the inside and walked around outside, which resulted in me walking 15,545 steps that day. I did end up with some muscle soreness, but I have no regrets! Regarding Daisekirinzan, taking photos can take quite a bit of time, so I wish we had a little more time to spare. Considering the lunch schedule, I think it was a bit tight.

The Churaumi Aquarium also has attractions outside, so when you go, definitely bring sunglasses and sunscreen! The reflection from below can burn both your eyes and skin! On the way back, I was exhausted and worn out, so the bus tour was indeed the right choice.

普段はレンタカーであちこち回るのですが、今回は一人旅でしたので、バスツアーに挑戦してみました。
那覇市内からだと、車で3時間。その後に、大石林山を回り、美ら海水族館を回るとなると、体力的に不安があったので、結論から言えば、バスツアー正解だと思います！
行きは、添乗員さんや音声ガイドの案内で、車窓観光を楽しみながらでしたので、あっという間に到着。
体力に自信はありませんが、大石林山のパワーに押されて？、全コースも余裕で回ることができました。
水族館は個人的に良く行ってるので館内は敢えてスルーして、外を歩き回ってたためか、この日1日で、15,545歩歩いてました。
さすがに、筋肉痛にはなりましたが、後悔はしてません！
大石林山に関しては、写真撮ったりとかしてると時間を結構取られるので、もう少し時間に余裕があるといいなとは思いました。お昼の時間のこともあるので、スケジュールとしてはギリギリだとは思いますが。
美ら海水族館は、外にも見どころがありますから、行くときは是非、サングラスと日焼け止め必須で！！下からの照り返しで、目も肌も焼けます！
帰りは、さすがに疲れてぐったりだったので、やはりバスツアー正解でしたね。

This time, we participated with two families. There were a total of eight people: two sixth graders, one six-year-old, and one five-year-old. First, we took a mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island. It was a bit cloudy, but the fresh air and beautiful scenery were amazing. However, the sixth graders seemed a bit unsatisfied as they wanted to go canoeing. Next, we crossed to Yubu Island by water buffalo cart. Seeing the water buffalo up close was impressive, and the kids were very satisfied. The lunch bento was also delicious. Be sure to visit the glass-bottom boat in Taketomi Island! The cobalt blue sea was filled with many fish, creating a dreamlike scene.

今回は2家族で参加しました。小学校6年生が2人と6歳が1人と5歳が1人の合計8人です。まずは西表島のマングローブクルーズ少し曇っていましたが良い空気といい景色で最高でした。ただ6年生はカヌーがやりたかったようで物足りなそうでした。次に由布島に水牛車で渡りました。間近でみた水牛は大迫力で子供も大満足でした。お昼のお弁当も美味しかったです。竹富島のグラスボートは是非行って下さい！コバルトブルーの海の中にお魚が沢山泳いでて夢のような景色でした。

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。

I wanted to take on the challenge of Oishi Shinsan again, so I participated in this tour once more. I wanted to stay a little longer, and this time I was able to stay for about 30 minutes longer, which was great. However, in the end, I had to rush, so I believe that a stay of at least 2 hours is necessary for this place. In future tours, I definitely want the stay at Oishi Shinsan to be at least 2 hours!

大石林山に再チャレンジしたくて、再度このツアーに参加しました。少しでも長く滞在したかったので、今回は30分くらい長く滞在できてとてもよかったです。それでも最後は駆け足になったので、やはり2時間は滞在時間が必要な場所だと思います
今後のツアーではぜひ大石林山滞在時間を2時間は欲しいと思います！！

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 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。

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。