All Reviews for 1-Day Tours

I had always wanted to see Jomon Sugi. Thanks to our veteran guide, Mr. Sueno, we were able to enjoy a safe and fun trip. He provided detailed and enjoyable explanations, and he also considered our pacing, allowing us to return full of energy. The rental gear was a bit worn, but it was great that they made sure to fit the shoes beforehand. It was also helpful that the bus went directly to the trailhead. I truly felt that choosing this plan was the right decision.

ずっと行きたかった縄文杉。ベテランガイドの末野さんのお陰で楽しく安全に行くことができました。色々な説明も詳しく楽しくまたペース配分も考えてくれて最後まで元気に戻ることができました。レンタルの品は、少々年気が入ってはいましたが、靴のサイズ合わせを事前にしてくれるなどきちっとしてくれてよかったです。
バスが登山口まで直行で行けるのも助かりました。このプランを頼んで良かったと心から思いました。

I rode a glass-bottom boat and a water buffalo on Taketomi Island! The sky was so blue and the sea was a beautiful turquoise, creating wonderful memories! Thank you very much!

竹富島でグラスボードと水牛に乗りました！
とても、空は青く海も碧くて素敵な思い出になりました！
本当にありがとうございました！

We had a free day in Tokyo so decided to book this tour on line before we arrived as was highly recommended by a friend! We weren’t disappointed! Didn’t do a pickup from the hotel we were staying at so we had to jump on the subway to get to the pickup, was easy! Then we were transported to yet another hotel by taxi! Our tour guide Yoshi was brilliant! He covered so much in the full day tour, loved every minute of it! We booked the tour which included the Japanese lunch which was a delicious! Saw all the highlights of Tokyo, even included a boat ride down the river! At the end of the tour the bus dropped us off at the subway as we decided to go to Shibuya before returning to our hotel! Don’t miss this tour!

This was my first trip to Okinawa in 10 years, and my first solo travel experience! I was excited yet a bit anxious about what the day would be like, but the wonderful guide eased my worries! They shared so much about Okinawa, which was very educational, and they entertained us with songs and Eisa dance, making the bus rides incredibly enjoyable! There were many places to visit, so the time spent at each location was short, and I found myself wishing I could stay longer. However, I was able to explore places that would have been difficult to navigate alone, and I got to see the beautiful scenery and ocean of Okinawa. It was a truly wonderful experience from start to finish! Thank you so much!!!

今回10年ぶりの沖縄旅行でした。そして初ひとり旅！どんな1日になるかワクワクでもあり、不安もありましたが、ステキなガイドさん！不安は吹き飛びました！沖縄について沢山話してくださり勉強になったし、唄やエイサーで盛り上げてくださったり、バスの移動時間がとても楽しかったです！回る場所が沢山だったので、１つ１つの場所の滞在時間が短く、もっといたいな、と思ってしまいましたが、1人では回るのが大変な場所を安心して回る事ができ、沖縄のステキな景色、海を見る事ができて、最初から最後までとてもステキな時間でした！本当にありがとうございました！！！

Our tour was fun and enjoyable. We were given ample time to roam around and explore the area. We brought our son with us and he loves the cable car and strawberry picking experience. My wife's highlight was the beautiful flowers almost in full bloom. Mine was the overall convenience and comfort of being in an organized tour. Special thanks to Yuki our sweet guide and Kondo our bus driver for being patient waiting for us. Will highly recommend this tour to friends.

The drive going to Mt. Fuji was smooth. Our tour guide, Amy was excellent and helpful. Too bad we didn't see it at the base or during the boat ride. However, we saw it during the bus ride at least and we're happy.

The three must see places were wonderful. My family enjoyed the tour and our guides were excellent!

I participated from Hokkaido. Most of the participants were foreigners, but the guide, Mr. Yoshikawa, provided clear explanations and it was a lot of fun. The weather forecast predicted rain, but we didn't need to use umbrellas and were able to enjoy the wonderful scenery. I definitely want to request another tour next time.

北海道から参加させていただきました。殆どが外国人でしたが添乗員の吉川さんの説明はわかりやすく大変楽しかったです。
天気予報は雨でしたが傘をさす必要もなく素晴らしい景色を堪能出来ました。
是非次回も他のツアーをお願いしたいです。

This is a good tour to see the highlights of Kyoto. The driver and tour guide Jun is extremely competent. My only complaint is that the tour feels rushed at each sites. However due to the number of tourists at each locations and in order to cover all the highlights, it is unavoidable to feel rushed.

Last year, I took the local bus to Kabira Bay. There were very few buses, and that alone took up my whole day. This time, I was able to efficiently visit the area with this tour. Before boarding, I showed my voucher at the bus company's counter to receive a sticker, and then I boarded the bus. The bus guide performed with a shamisen and sang for us.
The optional glass-bottom boat was extremely hot inside. The view outside was more beautiful than the underwater scenery I expected to see from the glass bottom.
Lunch was served warm. The hamburger was more like a meatball.
You can get a refill on the white rice.
The weather was nice, and both Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki were very beautiful. It was a hot day, but the breeze in the shade of the trees was refreshing and soothing.

昨年は路線バスで川平湾に。路線バスの本数が少なくそれだけで１日が終わりました。今回はこちらのツアーで効率良くまわれました。乗車前にバス会社の窓口でバウチャーを見せてシールを貰いそれからの乗車です。バスガイドさんが三味線と歌を披露してくれます。
オプションのグラスボードの船内はとにかく暑いです。グラスボード目的の海の中を見るよりも外の景色の方が綺麗でした。
昼食は温かい状態で提供されます。ハンバーグはミートボールに近いかな。
白米はお代わりが出来ます。
お天気が良く川平湾、玉取崎ともとても綺麗でした。暑い日でしたが木陰の風が心地良くて癒されました。

When it comes to Okinawa, this is the place! I was able to see and enjoy it. The weather wasn't very good, so the scenery was disappointing, but I was able to fully enjoy the day.

沖縄といえばここ！
という所を見ることが出来て、楽しめました。
天気があまり良くなかったので、景色は残念でしたが、1日を満喫出来ました。

We did get to see Mt Fuji which was why we went on this tour. Because of this, I rated it fair rather than poor... The boat and sky tram filled in time out of the bus... neither was interesting or exciting. Our tour guide was very bland...he certainly did not make this an enjoyable day. For a couple to go on this excursion at a cost of $250 to 300USD... spend your money elsewhere.

Very professional and informing. I would recommend and use again.

The water buffalo cart slowly walks between the stones. The sound of the sanshin played by the guide. Occasionally, you can see the deigo, hibiscus, and bougainvillea. I think this tour is perfect for those who want a truly authentic experience. I participated alone, so it was a bit lonely, but I enjoyed it. By the way, it seems you can drink alcohol on the cart, which felt nice. You can choose the time for the return boat, so if you have time, I recommend opting for a later time and renting a bicycle to go to Kaiji Beach (the place with star sand).

石垣の間を、のろりのろりと歩く水牛車。
ガイドのお姉さんの歌う三線の音楽。
たまに現れる、でいごやハイビスカスにブーゲンビリア。
いかにもな体験をしたい方には、とてもぴったりなツアーだと思います。
一人で参加したので、少し寂しかったのですが満喫できました。
ちなみに牛車の上でお酒飲むのはOKみたいです。気持ちよかった。
帰りの船の便を選ぶことができるので、時間があるなら遅い時間にして、自転車を借りてカイジ浜（星の砂がある場所）に行くことをお勧めします。

Completely recommend this tour and is well worth it. The scenery and guide are both terrific and it was an awesome day and experience overall. I must say that it is best to do your research regarding the train option before finalising your booking to ensure that you get the best deal. The tour operator offers a discounted ticket for the bullet train if it is bought through them as opposed to buying the ticket at the station.

It was close to take a boat from Ishigaki Island to Taketomi Island, and we quickly boarded a glass-bottom boat. I was a bit anxious after booking online, but everything went smoothly without any issues. The guidance was clear, which was great.

石垣島から竹富島まで船でも近く、すぐにグラスボートに乗りました。
ネットでの申し込みで、現地に着いてから不安でしたが、トラブルなくスムーズでした。
案内もわかりやすく、良かったです。

We booked the tour only day before and were impressed by the quick confirmation response from Veltra office. We throughly enjoyed the tour. The guide was very good and she had a good sense of humour. During the trip up she gave explanations about different sites we were passing. During the ride back she entertained us by showing us how to make an origami. The bus was nice and clean. The lunch was a pleasant surprise stop at a French style restaurant on the way. We had lunch with spectacular view of Mt Fuji. We were not rushed and had time to enjoy each stop and take photos.
Highly recommend, it was very relaxed and enjoyable not to be missed.
Hamed and Susan from Australia

We were really lucky to have beautiful weather for our hike, with clear skies. Although we couldn't see the sparkling moss because it hadn't rained, the view from Taiko Rock was breathtaking. Our guide was like a master of iPhone photography, skillfully using the panorama feature to take various photos, which we really appreciated. We enjoyed seeing many Yakusugi trees, starting with Jomon Sugi. Since we descended about two and a half hours earlier than planned, we took a break by the Anbo River, took off our hiking boots and socks, and splashed our tired feet in the water, which was a lovely experience. It was an 11-hour journey, but there wasn't a moment when we felt exhausted, and we were able to enjoy the entire route. I think this is a tour I would recommend to everyone.

天気に恵まれ、快晴のハイキング日和だったのは、本当にラッキーでした。
雨が降ってなかった分、キラキラの苔は見れませんでしたが、太鼓岩からの眺めは絶景でした。
ガイドさんが、iPhoneカメラの達人のような方で、パノラマ機能を駆使して色々な写真を撮ってくださったのがとてもありがたかったです。
縄文杉をはじめ、色々な屋久杉を満喫できました。
下山が予定より2時間半ほど早かったので、途中安房川の沢に降りて、登山靴と靴下を脱いで川の水でちゃぷちゃぷしながら、疲れた足を癒したのもステキな時間でした。
11時間の行程でしたが、しんどくなる時間帯もなく、全ての道のりを楽しむことができました。
皆さんにオススメしたいツアーだと思いました。

I signed up for a popular tour. At first, I thought about getting a bus unlimited ride ticket for 1000 yen and exploring on my own, but it seemed like there weren't many buses if I excluded the airport to Ishigaki Port route, and since meals were included, I’m glad I signed up.

The guide also played the sanshin and made the atmosphere lively and entertaining on the bus. We departed from the bus terminal at 9:30 and arrived after 14:00. It went by in a flash. If I have the chance to come back to Ishigaki Island again, I will definitely use this service again.

人気のツアーとのことで申し込みました。
最初は、バス乗り放題チケットも1000円で売っているから自力で回ろうか、とも思いましたが、空港～石垣港間を外すとなかなか本数が無いようなのと、ご飯もついていたので申し込んで良かったです。

ガイドさんも三線を演奏して下さったり、面白く車内を盛り上げて下さいました。
バスターミナルを9:30に出発、14:00過ぎに到着しました。
あっという間でした。
今度また石垣島に来る機会がありましたら、また利用させて頂きます。

I used this service on the afternoon of my return from Ishigaki Island to Naha. The ferry departed from Ishigaki Port at 13:20 and from Taketomi Port at 17:00.

They also took care of my luggage, which was very helpful. I chose the water buffalo cart plan and spent the remaining two hours cycling around. The water buffaloes on Yubu Island each have their own personalities, and since the locations are different, you can enjoy a unique atmosphere at each place, so I highly recommend it. (It seems that it costs 1,200 yen for adults if you decide to take the water buffalo cart after arriving at Taketomi Island, so I think it's better to book the water buffalo cart plan from the start.)

Riding a bicycle on sandy paths was quite challenging at times, but I thought it added to the charm of Taketomi Island.

The coastal roads were easy to ride on.

I was very satisfied to see the traditional landscapes of Okinawa.

石垣島から那覇に戻る日の午後に利用しました。
13：20石垣港発、17：00竹富港発でした。

荷物も預かってくださり助かりました。
私は、水牛車プランを選んでから、残りの2時間をレンタサイクルで回りましたが水牛車は由布島で乗っていても水牛ちゃんの個性がそれぞれありますし場所も違うので、それぞれ違う雰囲気を味わえますからおすすめします
（竹富島についてからだと、大人1,200円かかるようですからはじめから水牛車プランを申し込まれるといいと思います。）

自転車で砂道を走るのは、なかなか大変なところもありましたがそれもまた竹富島の味と思いました。

海岸沿いの道は走りやすかったです。

昔ながらの沖縄の風景を見せて頂き、大満足しています。

Enjoyed the morning tour better than the afternoon tour. Lunch should include alternatives for Western tastes.

I was able to efficiently visit the main spots while comfortably spending time in the spacious car. After checking out of the hotel, I was directly taken to the airport with a sightseeing stop in between, and there were no issues at all with my large luggage. I highly recommend it.

ゆとりある車内で快適に過ごしながら、主要なスポットを効率良く周れました。ホテルチェックアウトから観光を挟んで空港まで直接送迎してもらい、荷物もジャンボなので全く問題無かったです。おススメです。

We assembled at the pick up point which was very centrally located ( directions were well given)and were well greeted by the English speaking Staff. Enroute we were informed that the tour to the 5 th Station of Mt. Fuji cannot be done as the road was icy due to the snow the day before. Alternatively we were taken to a different location “ Oshino Hakkai” with 8 different sacred pools all originating from Mt. Fujiyama. We instantly fell in love with this small Quaint Village.

We were taken for lunch to a European Style Restaurant which was overlooking the Fuji Q Highland . The lunch was a real treat, delicious and sumptuous. We were served Soup, Chicken, Salad, bread, desert and finally coffee/ tea. The ambience of the Restaurant was very very Royale. VELTRA was very kind in providing a vegetarian lunch for my wife.

We were then taken to the Mt Fuji Museum where we were shown a Fantastic Introductory film.

Later we drove to the Scenic Lake Kawaguchico for a Cruise. We had an ice cream treat from the souvenirs shop compliments VELTRA!!!.

We then took the rope way up the mountain to have a spectacular view of the Lake and the surroundings of the Base of Mt Fuji.

We would highly recommend this tour with VELTRA AS IT WAS VERY COST EFFECTIVE CONSIDERING THE COST OF TRANSPORTATION THE SIGHTSEEING, LUNCH, CRUISE RIDE, THE ROPEWAY AND NOT THE FORGET THE ICE CREAM.

THANKS VELTRA FOR YOUR SERVICES AND MAKING OUR DAY ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING DURING OUR STAY IN JAPAN.

This tour begins at the Saga-Arashiyama station and ends in Arashiyama. However, the meeting location is at the Kyoto station, approx. 35 min away by train. As guests at the Suiran Kyoto in Arashiyama, it was discouraging to travel the distance for this tour. Suggestion...It would be nice for those staying in Arashiyama to have the opportunity to meet at the tour departure station...the Saga-Arashiyama. As for the tour itself, our family had a fun and exciting time!

My family and I visited Kyoto on April 12th, and could not be any happier with our tour. A big thanks to our friendly driver and tour guide Ichiro who made the extra effort to give us some history of the sights we visited throughout the day. Ichiro made sure we were able to visit what we had planned for the day, and he didn’t worry about the time too much when I was worried myself that our 8hour time was nearly over!
Kyoto is a beautiful place, I would go back time and time again to explore and use this service.

The sightseeing spots are limited, but you can visit them efficiently. They keep the atmosphere lively during the bus ride, so you won't get bored. The lunch location was also excellent. It was very helpful that we could get off at Ishigaki Airport on the way back. It was a day well spent with half-day sightseeing and a direct transfer to the airport without any waste of time.

観光箇所は限られていますが、効率よく回る事が出来ます。
バス移動中も飽きずに盛り上げてくれます。
昼食のロケーションも最高でした。帰りは石垣空港で下車出来たので
大変助かりました。半日観光、空港までの送り無駄なく過ごせて1日でした。

It was nice to have all transportation to and from set. It can be a little complicated getting out to Kameoka from Kyoto. The entire experience was worth the cost.

Places visited were outstanding. But was fast paced/rushed. People with walking difficulties can barely catch up with the group. Lunch was sukiyaki.

The tour itself was an excellent way of seeing some landmarks in Tokyo if you are short of time. We highly recommend online booking before you turn up at one of stations. Although the sign at the station states you can purchase tickets on the bus, at the counter, and sales offices, and no reservations required, when we turned up at the Skytree Station on 15 April, the lady at the ticket booth insisted that the buses are full and there are no seats available. She told us even if we waited for the next buses, there were no guarantee there would be seats. I went outside, booked and paid for 2 same day tickets via Veltra, went back inside the ticket office, gave the lady my booking reference number, got my tickets straight away and got on the next bus. I didn't understand why she was adamant she couldn't sell us tickets and the buses were all full when we first went in. As we were leaving Tokyo the next day, we almost missed out on experiencing the bus tour if I had not tried getting the tickets via Veltra. To avoid same experience, we highly recommend booking via Veltra.

The guide was very informative. However couldn't go to fifth station of Mt. Ashi as promised in the tour plan. Instead went to the second station due to whether conditions. It would have be better if this clause was mentioned. One among the very less tours that cover both mount Ashi and Hakone in one day. Covers all the important look out points.