All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

It is too harsh to research transportation and move around in the hot summer of Kyoto. However, with a bus tour, you can take a break and cool off in the air conditioning in between. It was a great help for someone like me who lives in the northern region.

自ら交通手段を調べて動くには、暑い夏の京都は過酷過ぎます。
しかし、バスツアーなら合間に冷房で涼みながら座って休む事ができます。
北の地域に住む私にとって、助かりました。

Thank you for organizing the tour!

I appreciate all the assistance you provided, and I apologize for any inconvenience caused. Thank you very much.

この度はツアーの企画をいただき、
ありがとうございました！

色々とご対応をいただきましただき、
お手数をおかけしましたが、
感謝いたします。

I wanted to tour Kyoto during Obon, but I thought there would be traffic and full parking lots with my car, so I signed up for this tour. We traveled as a family of five, and it was fantastic to smoothly visit Kyoto's iconic spots like Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkaku-ji, and Arashiyama. I don't think we could have covered all that in one day with our car.

With the bus tour, I was a bit concerned about the departure time, but I think the schedule allowed us to visit the sites almost optimally. The tour guide and the driver were friendly, making it a fun trip.

お盆に京都巡りをしたかったのですが、マイカーでは、駐車場と道路が渋滞と満車であると思い、このツアーを申し込みました。
家族5人で巡りましたが、京都の代表的な伏見稲荷、清水寺、金閣寺、嵐山をスムーズに巡る事が出来て最高でした。マイカーでは、まず1日で巡れてないと思います。
バスツアーでは、出発時間が少し気にはなる所ですが、タイムスケジュールもほぼ最適に参拝出来たと思います。
添乗員さん、運転手さんも
愛想良く楽しい旅になりました。

Kawapirabay, selected by the Michelin Guide, was a must-visit for me, so on the last day of our trip, the course that allowed us to visit major tourist spots in Ishigaki Island, including Kawapirabay, and drop us off at the airport was very convenient for our family.

There was a bus guide who provided clear explanations, making the experience more memorable than just sightseeing on our own. We also enjoyed the journey as they played the sanshin and sang along.

Not only did we visit Kawapirabay, but we also went to Tamatorizaki Observatory and a wild palm grove, places that are hard to reach individually, creating great memories to wrap up our trip.

Since meals were included, warm dishes were already prepared at the restaurant, allowing us to eat right away without wasting time. Although the sightseeing time at each location was short, it was a very hot summer day, so being able to listen to compact explanations and quickly move to the air-conditioned bus was truly helpful.

ミシュランガイドに選ばれた川平湾は絶対に行っておきたかったので、旅行の最終日に、川平湾を含めた石垣島の主要観光スポットを周って空港で下車できるというコースは、我が家には好都合のコースでした。
ちゃんとバスガイドさんもいらして、いろいろと分かりやすく説明をして下さるので、自分でただ何となく見学するよりも印象に残りますし、三線を弾きながら歌も歌って下さったり道中も楽しめました。
川平湾だけでなく、玉取崎展望台、野生のヤシの群生林など、個人ではなかなか行けない場所にも行けたので、旅行の最後の締めとなるよい思い出になりました。
食事付なので、レストランに行くと既に温かいお料理が用意されていてすぐに食べられて、時間のムダもありません。どの場所も見学時間は短いですが、真夏のかなり暑い日だったので、コンパクトに説明を聞きながら観光し、サッとクーラーのよく効いたバスに乗って移動出来るので本当に助かりました。

We used this service as a family of three. After arriving at the airport at 10:15, we rented a car and headed to the ferry terminal for the islands. The outbound trip was on a small boat, while the return was on a large ship. After arriving at Taketomi Island, we took a bus to the center. After checking in, we waited about 15 minutes. When our name was called, we boarded the water buffalo cart. It was a slow and leisurely ride. Before we knew it, the tour was over. We rented bicycles and visited Nagomi Tower, Nishi Sazaki Bridge, and Kaiji Beach, and then it was time for the last ferry. We had a fulfilling half day from the 13:05 meeting until just past 17:00.

家族３人で利用しました。10:15に空港到着後、レンタカーを借りてから、離島ターミナルへ。
往路は小ぶりな船。復路は大型船でした。竹富島に到着してからバスで中心部へ。受付をして待つこと15分程。名前を呼ばれ水牛車へ。ゆっくり、のんびり廻ります。あっと言う間に周回終了。自転車を借りて、なごみの塔、西桟橋、カイジ浜を廻ったら最終便の時刻。13:05の集合から17時ちょい過ぎまで充実した半日を過ごせます。

I participated with my son.
It was my first experience with a bus tour, but I was very satisfied as we were able to visit all the places I wanted to go.
The weather was nice, and the scenery was amazing.

I had high expectations for lunch at the Lakeside Hotel, but it was a bit cold, which was disappointing.

As an option, I really wanted to go to a hot spring, so I squeezed it in despite the time constraints.
It was a lovely hot spring, but I would have been happier with a bit more time.

I discovered the convenience, ease, and fun of bus tours.
Thank you for a wonderful time. I would love to participate again.

息子と2人で参加しました。
バスツアー初体験でしたが、行きたかった所に全て行けて大満足でした。
お天気も良く、景色も最高でした。

レイクサイドホテルでの昼食だったので期待してしまいましたが、少し冷めていて残念でした。

オプションで、どうしても温泉に入りたかったので時間がない中、無理矢理入ってきました。
素敵な温泉でしたがもう少し時間があったら嬉しいです。

バスツアーの便利さ、楽さ、楽しさを知ってしまいました。
素敵な時間をありがとうございました。
また是非参加させていただきます。

I participated on the 12th during my stay from August 11th to 14th. We left early in the morning, and the boat ride was quite rocky, which made both my child and me a bit anxious. I'm glad I took motion sickness medication. The water buffalo I wanted to ride allowed us to leisurely experience the essence of Okinawa. I thought it would have been nice if there were lunch boxes prepared for children.

8月11日〜14日の滞在で、12日に参加しました。
朝早くに出発で、行きの船は朝のせいか結構揺れて私も子供もちょっと不安でした。酔い止め飲んどいて良かったです。乗ってみたかった水牛は、のんびり沖縄らしさを味わえました。お昼ごはんのお弁当？は、子供用の用意とかあれば良かったなぁと思います。

The water buffalo course was a lot of fun, and it was inexpensive, including the ferry. I was surprised that they also offered free luggage storage and a complimentary bus shuttle.

水牛コース楽しかったですかったです、フェリーも込みでお安いです。荷物も無料で預かって下さりバスも無料送迎付きでびっくりしました。

It was my first time in the Yaeyama Islands, and I was glad to be able to explore multiple islands at once. Cycling in the sunshine was fun, but it was hot. Writing a comment longer than 50 characters is tough.

初めての八重山諸島でしたが、まとめて島巡りができて、良かったです。晴れてサイクリングは楽しかったが暑かった。。50文字以上のコメントは厳しいですね。

If you are lucky, you are gonna see the most beautiful scenery including lakes, Flower farm with Mount Fuji at the backdrop. The grape farm was so nice experience with sweet grapes.

Please check the weather before going. For vegetarians, veltra arranged special food for me.

We had not anticipated just how difficult it would be to get around Tokyo. This day trip gave us the opportunity to relax in a comfortable bus, and see the beautiful sights. We would most definitely do this tour again.

I stayed in Kanazawa for just two days on a rushed trip. Despite that, this tour perfectly fulfilled my wish to efficiently extend my visit to Shirakawa-go. The participants were a mix of Japanese and foreigners, and the tour guide's explanations in both Japanese and English during the bus ride were very rhythmic, precise, and engaging, keeping us interested throughout. The information provided was incredibly helpful during our free time at the destination.

Additionally, the seating arrangements on the bus and for lunch were well-prepared and organized, making everything run smoothly. Thanks to this, the participants, who were strangers at first, gradually started to chat, creating a warm atmosphere for a truly wonderful trip. Thank you very much, Kuroda-san.

Currently, I live overseas, but knowing that there are tour guides with such high language skills and excellent hospitality, I plan to recommend this tour to my acquaintances (foreigners) who will be visiting Japan.

金沢に２日だけ滞在の急ぎ足の旅でした。
そんな中、効率よく、且つ欲張って白川郷まで足を延したい希望をばっちり叶えてくれるツアーでした。
参加者は日本人と外国人が半々の感じでしたが、移動中のバスの中での添乗員さんの日本語と英語による説明はとてもリズムよく的確で、そして興味を引く内容で飽きることがなく、教えていただいた情報は現地での自由行動の際にバッチリ役立ちました。
また、バスの席順、昼食の席などの案内も、きちっと準備・段取りがされていて、本当に何事もスムーズでした。そのお陰で、見知らぬ者同士だった参加者たちとも徐々に会話が弾み、温かい雰囲気での大変素敵な旅となりました。黒田さん、大変、お世話になりました。ありがとうございます。
現在、海外で暮らしているのですが、これほど語学のレベルも高く、おもてなし上手な添乗員さんがいると知ったので、これから日本へ観光に行く知人たち(外国人）にもこのツアーを紹介しようと思います。

I've been wanting to visit Yakushima for a long time! I was unsure whether to join a tour, but it turned out to be a great decision!

I think it took about 10 and a half hours round trip to Jomon Sugi, including breaks and meals, but it was nice not having to manage my own pace.

The trail was somewhat monotonous since we followed the same route both ways, which made it mentally challenging at times, but thanks to the guide's explanations and conversations, I was able to enjoy the journey!

Regarding the group composition, the participants had varying levels of fitness. However, they maintained a steady pace while also taking care of those who were struggling, which provided some reassurance. That said, since it’s a long trek, I think it's essential to do some exercise beforehand to prevent injuries.

Thank you for this experience!

前々から行きたかった屋久島旅行！
ツアーに参加するかどうか迷いましたが参加して大正解でした！

縄文杉までは休憩・食事も入れて往復10時間半程度だったかと思いますが、自身でペース配分をしなくて良い分気楽に行けました。

また往復で同じルートで登山としては単調な道が多いので、飽きがきてメンタル的に結構辛いのですが、ガイドの方の説明や会話のおかげで楽しく行程を終えられました！

編成チームについては、参加者の体力はまばらでした。ただペースを守りつつ、体力に余裕が無い方のケアもしてくれるのである程度は安心かなと思います。とはいえ長丁場ですので、怪我予防のためにも事前に運動しておくのは必須かなとおもいます。

今回はありがとうございました！

The time for the tour was well allocated, so I was able to relax. There were many foreign visitors, which also helped me practice my English.

見学の時間がしっかり確保されていたので、ゆっくり過ごせました。
外国の方も多いので、英語の勉強にもなりました。

It had been about 30 years since my middle school graduation trip, and I came to Kyoto again to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We had a full itinerary of places we wanted to visit, and we enjoyed a leisurely sightseeing experience together as a couple, creating wonderful memories of our trip to Kyoto. The guides were very friendly, checking in on everyone in the tour and engaging in conversation, which was great. The driver also kindly said, "Have a good time" and "Welcome back," making our sightseeing experience very pleasant.

I look forward to visiting Kyoto again! Thank you!

中学の卒業旅行以来約30年ぶりの京都で、また結婚30年記念で京都に来ました。
行きたかった所満載で、夫婦でのんびりと観光させていただき、とても良い京都旅行の思い出になりました。
ガイドさん達もツアーの皆さんに所々で気にかけ、話しかけたりと、とても気さくな感じで良かったです。運転手さんも『いってらっしゃいか。お帰りなさい。』と声かけしてくれて心地よく観光出来ました。

また京都に行った時にはよろしくお願いします！
ありがとうございました！

It was an amazing experience despite the heavy rain, as the local staff did their best to accommodate us, allowing us to enjoy ourselves. The content was very satisfying and truly captured the essence of Okinawa.

すごい雨でしたが、現地担当の方たちが出来る限りの対応を考えてくださり、おかげ様で楽しむことができました。沖縄らしさが満喫できる大満足の内容でした。

I participated in this tour because I wasn't confident about driving in an unfamiliar place during the busy season in August while traveling alone. At the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, the time was a bit short and it felt rushed, but I was glad to be able to visit various places in one day.

1人旅で、8月の混雑期に知らない土地での車の運転は自信が無かった為、コチラのツアーに参加しました。
美ら海水族館ではちょっと時間が短く、バタバタでしたが、1日で色々な所が回れて良かったです。

The guide was very attentive, allowing us to have a fulfilling day on the bus tour. Thank you very much for your help.

ガイドさんが
丁寧だったので充実したバスツアー
の1日を過ごせました。
大変お世話になりました。

Mount Usu was shrouded in thick fog, and while we took the ropeway to the summit, we couldn't see the crater or Lake Toya. At Lake Shikotsu, strong winds caused the sightseeing boat to be canceled. Although the tour is affected by the weather, there were many great sights to see, such as Showa Shinzan and the Shikotsu Lake Visitor Center. The foot bath at Lake Toya was very pleasant. On the bus, we could listen to various sightseeing explanations in four languages through headphones, which kept us entertained. I think it would be an amazing tour if the weather is good.

有珠山は霧が濃くロープウェイで頂上迄は行きましたが火口も洞爺湖も見られず。支笏湖では風が強くで水中観光船が欠航でした。天気に左右されるツアーではありますが、昭和新山や支笏湖ビジターセンターなどが観光出来て良かったものも沢山。洞爺湖では足湯が気持ちいい。バスの中では色々な観光説明が4ヶ国語でヘッドフォンで聞くことが出来るし退屈しなかった。天気が良ければ最高のツアーだと思います。

It was more enjoyable than I expected, and I had a fulfilling day blessed with good weather. I knew that fit individuals were participating in this course, so I was a bit nervous at the start. The initial pace was fast, and I worried about keeping up, but our guide managed the walking time and breaks well, allowing us to walk comfortably in the end.

We visited Shiratani Unsuikyo → Taiko Rock → Jomon Sugi in that order. Since we came to Yakushima with the goal of seeing Jomon Sugi, it was the perfect order for our group to see it last. Along the way, we received a lot of energy from the guide's stories, photo opportunities, and the power of nature, making it an exciting and thrilling 11-hour trek. The sense of accomplishment was incredible. I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to experience nature in a day. Thank you, guide Shinmura.

期待以上に楽しく、天気に恵まれ充実した一日でした。
このコースは健脚の方が参加しているとしり、初めはドキドキのスタートでした。
初めのペースが速く着いていけるかと途中心配もしましたが、ガイドさんが歩く時間、休憩と上手にとってもらい、結局は余裕をもって歩くことが出来ました。
今回は白谷雲水峡→太鼓岩→縄文杉の順で回りました。
縄文杉を目的に屋久島に来たので、最後に縄文杉は私たちグループにとっては最高の順番でした。
途中のガイドさんの話や、写真撮影、大自然のパワーをたくさんもらい、終始ウキウキ、ワクワクの１１時間のトレッキングでした。達成感も半端ないです。１日で大自然を感じたい方、お勧めです。ガイドの新村さんありがとうございました。

The guide was very kind and it was great. The timing at each stop was just right, and the bear ranch was a lot of fun. I also enjoyed a delicious lunch. It was a pity that we couldn't ride the boat due to bad weather, but we still had a good time even with the clouds.

ガイドさんがとても親切で良かったです。各停留場所の時間も丁度よく、熊牧場がすごく楽しかったです。昼食も美味しくいただきました。悪天候につき船に乗れなかったのが残念でしたが曇りでも楽しめました。

I was the only American that day on the bus but they provided me with a translator radio which explained the areas we drove through in English so I learned a lot about the areas along the beautiful coastal drive leading to the Aquarium.

The hotel where I had lunch had a very nice bath. Due to the short time, I could only soak a little, but there was a stylish shampoo bar, and I wanted to try the service that lets you enjoy shampoos from various brands.

お昼をいただいたホテルのお風呂がとても素敵でした。時間が短いためつかるだけでしたがおしゃれなシャンプーバーがあり各社のシャンプーが楽しめるサービス利用してみたかったです。

The tour guide Akreti-Aki was really helpful and very nice The foods was good. Overall very much satisfied.

First of all, the Guide does not speak english and doesn't even recognize me speaking japanese to her. Instead of talking at all to me, she just pointed to everything. She smiled and talked to the other participants, but couldn't even try to smile with me.
We drove 3 hours to pick up other participants and than had 40 minutes in the Pineapple Park. We rushed through it and had only 5 minutes left, when we arrived in the souvenir shop, i had no time to try anything or buy anything. Than we had 50 minutes in a shopping mapp in which we didn't even go inside, instead we went to the sandwich store infront, because they had coupons for it, for everybody to have one bad sandwich. We decided to have Okinawa noodles at that place and payed a bit more. Then we arrived in the aquarium, 3 hours are not enough at all for this huge place. It is so beautiful and there is a whole park around it with more museums and tropical gardens around it. Again i rushed through it. In the end we stopped at a sweet potato souvenir shop to buy stuff and then 3 hours getting everybody back.
The Pineapple Park is nice, cute and a bit bizarr, but 40 min are definitly not enough, the Aquarium is awesome, but 3 hours is not enough.
We spent more time wasting time with picking up people and eating bad sandwiches than with the main events. And the guide is only nice to japanese people. The english translator device is also bad, you don't understand anything and it has that disturbing cracking sound.
I am not satisfied with the tour.
I am satisfied with Pineapple Park and Aquarium which are definitly worth seeing it, but better go there by yourself. :(

Since there is no seat assignment, I was sitting next to strangers. The guide was efficient, but there was a lot of pressure; if anyone was even a minute late for the meeting time, they would leave without them. People in the back seats were even saying, "Is this a military operation?" The course covered all the tourist attractions, which was great.

座席指定ではないのでしらない人と隣同士
ガイドさんはテキパキしてるといえばいいが集合時間に１分でも遅れたら置いてくとかとにかく圧がすごかった。後ろの席の人達も軍隊かよ！と言ってました。
コースは観光名所を網羅していて良かった。

This tour is spent mainly on the bus. The stops are not more than 30 mins. The lunch place was awful with no atmosphere. Due to mist the cable car and boat trip was a waste of time.

This was my first trip to Okinawa, and I participated in a day trip bus tour. Our guide, Yuki, enthusiastically introduced the scenery and sang Okinawan songs, which I really enjoyed.

初めての沖縄旅ですが、バスツアーで日帰り旅参加しました。ユキちゃんというガイドさんが景色を熱心紹介と沖縄歌を熱唱がとても楽しんでました。

I had a great time efficiently visiting three remote islands for the first time. I was able to enjoy sightseeing without feeling rushed.

During the ferry ride, I was on the deck, but the wind was quite strong, so it might have been better to sit inside. I was satisfied with exploring Taketomi Island freely by renting a bicycle.

初めての離島を3島を効率よく回れて楽しかったです。時間もせわしないこともなく観光ができました。
移動時間のフェリーではデッキにいたので風がすごすぎるため、中に座った方が良かったかもしれないです。竹富島はレンタサイクルで自由に散策できて満足でした。

I think it was a good decision to use a sightseeing bus that allows you to sleep during the journey, as attractions in the central region, like the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, take quite a bit of time to reach from Naha City. Especially since the Ocean Expo Park, where the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is located, is large and can be tiring to explore.

Additionally, it unfortunately rained on the day of our visit, but it was great that there was a course that could still be enjoyed even in the rain.

美ら海水族館など中部の観光地は、那覇市内から行くと結構時間がかかるので、移動中寝ていても大丈夫な観光バスを利用して正解だと思いました。特に、美ら海水族館がある海洋博公園は広くて疲れるので、なおさらです。
また、当日はあいにくの雨となりましたが、雨でも楽しめるコースとなっていて、良かったです。