Reviewed by: misc2004
Initially, we had planned a bus tour departing from Kumamoto Station. Due to unstable weather, we were keeping an eye on availability, but when we tried to book, there was only one spot left, which meant we couldn't sign up as a group of three. Just when I was feeling disappointed, I found out there was a bus tour to Takachiho Gorge departing from Fukuoka. We were scheduled to move to Fukuoka the next day, so we rearranged our itinerary and managed to book a spot without any issues.
Both the Kumamoto and Fukuoka tours seemed to have the same dining options, but the Kumamoto tour only visited Takachiho Gorge and Takachiho Shrine, spending over three hours at the gorge. In contrast, the Fukuoka tour included not only Takachiho Gorge and Takachiho Shrine but also Amano Iwato Shrine, which turned out to be more beneficial for us. The price was 9,800 yen for the Kumamoto tour and 11,000 yen for the Fukuoka tour, which wasn't a significant difference.
What was even more fortunate was that due to the one-day shift, while it was rainy if we had gone from Kumamoto, the weather for the Fukuoka tour was clear and sunny.
The Fukuoka tour gathered in front of a Lawson convenience store on the Chikushi exit side of Hakata Station. I was able to spot the guide holding an "EasyGo" flag right away. I had prepared myself for a large number of Chinese tourists based on reviews, and indeed, a significant portion of the participants were from China. The guide spoke broken Japanese but seemed to manage. The itinerary involved traveling from Hakata down the Kyushu Expressway to Takachiho Gorge from Kumamoto City, which felt strange for me since I had considered the Kumamoto departure.
First, we visited Takachiho Shrine and then headed to Takachiho Gorge. The gorge was more impressive than I had imagined. We walked along a trail with ups and downs to reach Chiho no Ie for lunch. I was a bit worried since one of my companions had difficulty walking.
At Chiho no Ie, we were treated to what I believe was a Takachiho beef set meal. We were also served local sake, which we could refill.
After lunch, we took a shuttle bus to the parking area and headed to Amano Iwato Shrine. It’s quite a walk from where the bus is parked, so those with mobility issues should be cautious.
We returned to Hakata around 6 PM, and even though it was October, it was still bright outside.
Visiting Takachiho Gorge allowed us to experience magnificent nature, and it was more enjoyable than expected. Amano Iwato Shrine also has a reputation as a spiritual spot, and you can feel something there. Most tourists seemed to be foreigners, with many coming from China, along with some Western tourists. It made me wonder why such a place of Japanese mythology attracted them.
Despite being a great tourist spot, the low ratings were likely due to the guide primarily explaining in Chinese, with only a small amount of information provided in Japanese. For example, if there were 30 minutes of explanation in Chinese, there were only about 5 minutes in Japanese. Since my companion could speak Mandarin and Cantonese, they explained what was being said in Chinese, but important information such as restroom details and places inaccessible due to typhoons were not provided in Japanese. Even travelers who have given decent reviews might change their opinions if they knew what was communicated in Chinese versus Japanese.
It states, "A staff member who can communicate in Japanese, Chinese, or English will accompany you. However, please understand that we will provide guidance in a trilingual manner, so it may not always be in a native language." and "This tour is primarily designed for overseas guests, so the guidance language will mainly be for international visitors. Important notifications such as meeting times will also be provided in Japanese." However, since they are recruiting in Japanese, such an approach should not be acceptable. Even if they prepared a recorded Japanese announcement, t
当初は熊本駅発のバスツアーを計画していました。天候が不安定で、空き状況をにらみながらだったのですが、いざ申し込んでみたら空いていた枠が1つしかなく、3人では申し込めませんでした。残念だなぁと思っていたら、福岡発の高千穂峡バスツアーがあることがわかりました。私たちは次の日に福岡に移動することになっていたのです。福岡から行ってみようかと日程を組みなおして申し込んでみたら大丈夫でした。
熊本発も福岡発も食事する場所と内容は同じようでしたが、熊本発は高千穂峡と高千穂神社にしか行かず、高千穂峡で3時間以上過ごすことになっていましたが、福岡発は高千穂峡と高千穂神社以外にも天岩戸神社にも行くことになっていて、かえって私たちにはありがたかったと言っていいでしょう。金額的には熊本発が9800円なのに対して福岡発が1万1000円でそれほど変わりませんでした。
それともっとありがたかったのは、1日ずれたおかげで、熊本から行っていたら雨だった天気が、福岡発は快晴でした。
福岡発は博多駅筑紫口側にあるローソンの前で集合です。「EasyGo」の旗を持ったガイドさんはすぐに見つけることができました。体験談を読んで中国人客がおおいだろうと覚悟はしていましたが、かなりの割合で中国の方が参加されています。ガイドさんは片言ですが、日本語が話せるようです。行程は、博多から九州縦貫自動車道を下って熊本市内から高千穂峡へと向かったようです。熊本発を検討していた身としては不思議な気持ちです。
まずは高千穂神社をお参りし、高千穂峡へと向かい。高千穂峡は想像していた以上に迫力がありました。昼食をとる千穂の家まではアップダウンのある散策路を行きます。足の悪い同行者がいたため、心配ではありました。
千穂の家でごちそうになったのは、たぶん高千穂牛定食に相当するものではないかと思います。地元のお酒もサービスでいただくことができました。お酒はおかわりもできました。
昼食後はシャトルバスでバスの駐車してある場所に移動し、天岩戸神社に向かいます。バスが駐車した場所からけっこう歩くので、足の不自由な人は気をつけましょう。
博多に帰ってきたのは午後6時過ぎで、(10月でしたが)まだ明るい時間でした。
高千穂峡は行ってみると雄大な自然を感じさせる場所で、予想以上に楽しめます。天岩戸神社も心霊スポットらしくなにかを感じさせられます。観光客のほとんどが外国の方のようで、多くは中国からの観光客のようでした。そして白人系インバウンド。日本の神話の場所になぜに? と思わせます。
いい観光スポットなのに星の数が少ないのは、ガイドさんの説明のほとんどが中国語で、ほんのわずか日本語の説明で分量がまったく異なっていたからです。たとえば30分中国語なら5分程度が日本語です。同行者が普通語と広東語がしゃべれるため、中国語でなにを言っているか説明してくれましたが、トイレに関することや台風によって行けない場所があるなど重要な情報も日本語では提供されていませんでした。日本人の旅行者で悪くない評価をされている方も、実際に中国語でなにが語られ、日本語でなにが語られていなかったかを知れば評価が変わるでしょう。
「日本語、中国語または英語対応ができる係員が同行します。ただし、トリリンガルで案内しますので、必ずしもネイティブな言語でのご案内はできませんので、予めご了承ください。」「本ツアーは海外の方向けのプランのため、ご案内言語は主に海外向けとなっております。集合時間等の重要なご連絡は日本語でもご案内いたします。」とありますが、日本語でこうして募集している以上そんな対応ですまされるはずはありません。かりに録音済みの日本語アナウンスを用意してでも、中国語と同等の情報を日本語で提供すべきです。それができないようなら、中国語のみで募集すべきです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/09 |
Reviewed by: ササ
I had wanted to visit the Takachiho tour for a long time. I was the only Japanese person on the tour, but it felt like I was on an overseas tour while still in Japan, which was enjoyable. The guide was very attentive, making sure I had a great time without any worries throughout the day.
However, the tour was supposed to end at 6 PM, but due to traffic congestion, we returned after 7 PM. I had informed them that I needed to catch the 8 PM Shinkansen, so both the guide and the driver hurried to ensure I could get back safely.
For those with specific Shinkansen times, I recommend allowing extra time for safety.
Living in Japan, it’s not often that you get the chance to interact with people from overseas, but experiencing different cultures in this way was a great opportunity, making the tour twice as enjoyable. I want to go again! ❣️
以前より訪れてみたかった高千穂ツアーへ
日本人は私一人でしたが、日本に居ながら海外ツアーに来た気分で楽しかったです。
ガイドさんも、日本人私一人の為にきめ細やかな心遣いをして下さり、全く不安なく一日中楽しく過ごせました。
ただ、ツアーの帰宅時間は18時に終了と書かれていましたが、交通渋滞などもあり19時を過ぎていました。
20時の新幹線で帰る事を伝えていたので、ガイドさんも、運転手さんももの凄く急いでくださり無事帰る事が出来ましたが。。
新幹線の時間などある方は、多めに余裕をみて置かれたほうが安全だと思います。
日本に居ると、なかなか海外の方と交流する機会がありませんが、こういうカタチで異文化を感じるのもアリだなぁと、2倍楽しめるツアーでした。
また行きたい❣️
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/18 |
Reviewed by: Jeffrey
But no fault of agency just took too long going n return. About 7 hrs cos otw back accident.
So no time for boat rowing.
Lunch was excellent in a 250 yo thatch hut with original kitchen n mud floors. No food wasn’t prepared there.
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| Packages: | Regular Plan |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/17 |
Reviewed by: ゆか
I have limited mobility, so the guide kindly arranged a special shuttle bus for me. Normally, it would be a 30-minute walk, but I was able to fully enjoy Takachiho. I will participate again.
あまり歩けない私は、ガイドさんの配慮で特別にシャトルバスを手配していただきました。普通なら30分位歩くコースなのですが、高千穂を充分満喫できました。また参加します。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/15 |
Reviewed by: すーさん
Takachiho Shrine, a short walk
Takachiho Gorge, walking
Amanoiwato Shrine, quite a walk
Japanese lunch, delicious
Guide, I went to Shinshin Ramen!
It was tasty, thank you! ✋️
高千穂神社 少しあるく
高千穂峡 歩く
天岩戸神社 まあまあ歩く
和食ランチ 美味し
ガイドさ〜ん シンシンラーメン行ってきたよー
美味しかった ありがとう✋️
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/13 |
Reviewed by: うまかっちゃん
It was a tour for Chinese people, but I received support in Japanese, so there were no inconveniences! I was able to visit historic shrines, and I am very satisfied!
中国人の方向けのツアーでしたが、日本語でもサポートしていただき不便はありませんでした!由緒ある神社をめぐれ、満足です!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/09 |
Reviewed by: いいか
Over 95% of the participants were from China.
The tour content was as expected and enjoyable.
However, it was disappointing that the guide mainly spoke Chinese and only spoke broken Japanese.
I felt there was a disparity for the same price.
There are doubts if they do not balance the nationalities or have guides who can speak the participants' languages fluently.
参加者の95%以上が中国からの人。
ツアー内容は想定通りで楽しめた。
しかし、ガイドが中国語がメインで、日本語は片言で残念だった。
同じ料金で差別があった様に感じている。
国籍のバランスを取るか、参加者の言語をしっかり話せる様でないと疑問が残る。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/29 |
Reviewed by: みー
The main language was Chinese, and there were many Chinese tourists, with only my husband and me being Japanese. I thought the conversations among the guests on the bus would be loud in Chinese, but that day it was very quiet, with only the voice of the Chinese tour guide. It was a very peaceful bus tour. The tour guide was also kind and attentive, talking to us, which was nice. Thanks to that, we were able to enjoy our trip without any unpleasant experiences.
メインが中国語で、中国系の観光客が多く日本人は私達夫婦だけで、きっとバスの中は中国語のお客さん同士の会話がうるさいと思ってましたが、その日ずーっと静かで中国の添乗員さんの声だけで、とても静かなバスツアーでした。添乗員さんも親切で色々気に掛けて、お話ししてくれて良かったです。お陰で嫌な思いませずに旅行を楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/21 |
Reviewed by: teruna
I wanted to do some sightseeing the day after the concert, so I searched for various tours and found this one. I understood from the beginning that it was a tour for international travelers, so I decided to join.
The tour guide explained the tour in English and Chinese to the group, and since we were the only Japanese participants, they kindly provided detailed explanations in Japanese, which made us feel at ease and enjoy the experience.
Although it rained on and off due to the typhoon, we were able to enjoy a very magical atmosphere.
On the way back, there was heavy traffic due to an accident and the holiday rush, but thanks to the driver's safe driving, we arrived at the drop-off point on schedule. This allowed us to have a delicious dinner before boarding the Shinkansen.
If I have the opportunity again, I would definitely like to participate.
ライブの翌日に観光したくて色々検索していてこちらのツアーを見つけ、最初から海外の方向けのツアーと理解して参加させて頂きました。
添乗員さんは英語、中国語で参加グループの方にツアーの説明された後、日本人参加者が私達だけだったので個別で日本語で丁寧に説明してくれて安心して楽しめました。
台風の影響で雨が降ったりやんだりでしたが、とても幻想的な雰囲気も楽しめました。
帰路の高速道路では事故渋滞や連休での移動車が多くて渋滞していましたがドライバーさんも安全運転で予定通り解散場所まで送り届けて頂いたおかげで新幹線に乗る前にしっかりと美味しい晩御飯食べる事も出来ました♪
また機会があれば是非参加させて頂きます。
Thank you very much for your kind words. We will continue to strive for excellence as a team.
お褒めいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。これからも、(スタッフ一同)精進してまいります。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/15 |
Reviewed by: 北の国から
It was my first time in Kumamoto and Miyazaki. Since you walk around the shrine and Takachiho Gorge, I think it's manageable for those with good stamina. In Kumamoto, there’s a free soft serve ice cream giveaway on the way back from Amano Iwato Shrine. You can choose either mango flavor or a mango & vanilla mix. Such participation perks are really appreciated.
Although it rained in Miyazaki, Takachiho Gorge was beautiful and offered a mystical experience.
The Chinese female interpreter was very considerate and kept a smile while speaking in Chinese, English, and Japanese, which was very pleasant! Thank you for the enjoyable trip.
初めての熊本+宮崎でした。
神社と高千穂峡は歩くので、体力ある人だと問題ないと思います。 熊本は、天岩戸神社の帰りにソフトクリームの無料プレゼントあります。マンゴー味かマンゴー&バニラMIXのどちらか選べます。
そういう参加特典は嬉しい限りです。
宮崎は雨に振られましたが、高千穂峡は綺麗で神秘的な旅でした。
通訳の中国人の女性の方、中国+英語+日本の3か国語話しながらも気遣いや笑顔を忘れず好感持てました!
お疲れ様でした(✿^‿^)
楽しい旅をありがとうございます。
Thank you very much for your kind words. We will continue to strive for excellence as a team.
お褒めいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。これからも、(スタッフ一同)精進してまいります。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/14 |
Reviewed by: さくらんぼ
First of all, the bus seats are spacious and have a luxurious feel, which is great. Basically, this tour is aimed at overseas visitors (most likely almost all Chinese), so explanations and commentary are provided in Chinese. The guide was very kind and attentive, which was wonderful! I heard they can speak three languages! There were no other Japanese people, but the guide came to our seats and explained everything, so there was no need to worry at all! Everything proceeded right on time, which was fantastic! It's very cost-effective, so I highly recommend it!
まずバスのシートが広くて高級感あります、そこ最高です。基本的には海外の方(おそらくほぼ中国人)向けのツアーなので中国語で説明、解説などされます。ガイドさんがとても優しく丁寧な方で素敵でした!3カ国語話せるそうです!日本人が自分たちしかいなかったのですが席まで来てくださっていろいろ説明してくださるので全然心配ありません!全てきっちり時間通りに進むのも最高でした!とてもコスパいいのでおすすめです!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/04 |
Reviewed by: まみ
I knew from everyone's reviews that most participants were foreigners. I wasn't worried about that at all from the beginning. What surprised me was that the guide was a Chinese woman, and she constantly checked in with us from the reception to during the tour. Sometimes, she pointed out highlights and even reserved seats for us at the break spots. Because of that, I thought participating alone as a Japanese person wasn't bad at all. I would like to use this service again if I have the opportunity. It was a very enjoyable time.
皆さんのレビューでわかっていた事でしたが、ほとんどが外国人の方の参加でした。
その点においては、最初から全く心配はしていませんでした。とにかくビックリしたのは、
ガイドの方は中国人の女性の方でしたが、受付時からツアー中も、常にお声をかけて下さいました。
時には、見どころも教えて下さり、休憩場所の席までとっていただいたり。そんな事もあり、日本人1人で参加も悪くないと思いました。
また、機会があれば利用したいと思いました。
とても楽しいひとときでした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/05 |
Reviewed by: 御朱印おばさん
On a tour for foreign tourists, everyone except for one other group was from abroad. The guide was wonderful and introduced us to recommended local gourmet foods and sightseeing spots in Japanese, which made the experience enjoyable.
The announcements on the bus were in Chinese, English, and Japanese, and it was refreshing and interesting to hear the rules for visiting shrines and highlights of each location in both Chinese and English.
After asking about the meeting time and place, we had about an hour of free time upon arrival, allowing us to explore efficiently. Since the itinerary was packed with sightseeing spots, we couldn't take a long lunch, so I took the guide's recommendation of a Miyazaki beef hot dog (delicious) to go and ate it on the bus. If the weather had been nice, it might have been nice to eat it on a bench at Takachiho Gorge. The mango soft serve included in the tour was also exquisite.
Unfortunately, Takachiho Gorge was brown due to rain the previous day, but I heard it is usually emerald green. I plan to return for a second chance someday.
Although it was a long-distance trip, there were appropriate restroom breaks, and the scenery from the car windows around Aso was beautiful, making the journey feel quicker than I expected. We had to walk quite a bit from the bus parking lot to the attractions, but I think it was good exercise.
It was a place that is not easy to reach on your own, so I was very satisfied to be able to visit 3 to 4 spots in a day. Thank you very much.
外国人観光客向けのツアーで、私ともう1組以外は皆さん外国の方でした。ガイドさんがとても素敵な方で、日本語でオススメのご当地グルメや観光名所をご紹介してくださったので楽しく過ごせました。
車内のアナウンスは中国語、英語、日本語の順で、神社での参拝ルールや各名所の見どころ、ご由緒を中国語と英語で聴けたのも新鮮でおもしろかったです。
集合時間と集合場所をきいて、到着したら1時間前後自由行動なので効率よく自由に観光できました。
観光スポットをギュッと詰め込んでいる分、お昼はあまりゆっくりできないので、ガイドさんオススメの宮崎牛ホットドッグ(バリうま)をテイクアウトしてバスの車内で食べました。※季節が良ければ高千穂峡のベンチで食べてもよかったかも。ツアーに含まれるマンゴーソフトも絶品でした。
高千穂峡は残念ながら前日の雨の影響で川が茶色かったのですが、普段はエメラルドグリーンだそうです。いつかまたリベンジしようと思います。
長距離移動ですがトイレ休憩も適宜あり、阿蘇周辺からは車窓からの景色がキレイだったので思っていたよりあっという間でした。バスの駐車場から名所までわりと歩きますが、良い運動になったと思います。
自力ではなかなか行きにくい所だったので、日帰りでサクッと3〜4ヶ所も観光できて大満足でした。ありがとうございました。
Thank you very much for your kind words. We will continue to strive for excellence as a team.
お褒めいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。これからも、(スタッフ一同)精進してまいります。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/24 |
Reviewed by: はな
I finally made it to Takachiho. The trilingual guide was charming and spoke efficiently, providing a wealth of information. It was my first time on a mixed tour, and I was a bit worried, but there was also a sub-assistant, and we had a great time chatting. Being able to speak a little English with people from overseas was a wonderful memory. During our free time, I enjoyed soft serve ice cream at a café with a stunning view, which was very satisfying. The driver must have been tired from the long hours of driving, but he was always cheerful and accommodating, which made me truly happy!
念願の高千穂に。トリリンガルのガイドさんはチャーミングでテキパキ話し、いろんな情報をお待ちの素晴らしい方でした。
混乗ツアーというのは初めてで心配でしたが、サブアシスタントの方もいらっしゃり、楽しくお話できました。
海外の方と英語で少し、話ができたことも素敵な思い出です。自由時間には、絶景カフェでソフトクリームも食べれて、大満足。
運転手さんも長時間の運転でお疲れのはずですが、にこやかに対応していただき、本当に大満足でした!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/31 |
Reviewed by: サラの母さん
There were groups of Japanese guests, as well as Chinese guests from Taiwan and Hong Kong. The guide was also Chinese. Inside the bus, everything was in Chinese, but when we got off the bus to tour the sightseeing spots, I was able to chat in Japanese with the guide, who was very kind and cheerful. Takachiho Gorge and Amano Iwato Cave required quite a bit of walking, and I was sweating a lot. However, it was very worthwhile and truly moving.
日本人客数組。後は台湾や香港などからの中国人客。
ガイドさんも中国人。車内は中国語でしたが、バスを降りて観光地を巡るとき、ガイドさんの側にいると日本語でいろいろおしゃべりができました。とても親切で明るいガイドさんでした。
高千穂峡、天の岩戸洞窟は、かなりの歩きで、汗だく。でも見応え十分で、感動モノでした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/22 |
Reviewed by: ミキ
I never expected to walk so much uphill, so I ended up with sore muscles; it was a good workout. The Chinese tour guide was very pleasant. I'm going to Fukuoka again next month, so I will sign up for a tour of Dazaifu Tenmangu.
まさか、こんなに坂道を歩くとは思わなかったので筋肉痛で、良い運動になりました
中国人の添乗員さんはとても感じの良い方でした。来月また、福岡に行くので太宰府天満宮のツアーを申し込みます
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/22 |
Reviewed by: なお
I believe the experience was worth more than the price. I knew it was a tour aimed at foreigners (with many foreign guests), and there were no latecomers or noisy individuals, so it was very comfortable. The driver was safe, and the guide provided explanations in multiple languages. I would like to use this service again.
金額以上に価値のある内容だと思います。
外国人向け(外国人利用客が多い)のツアーと分かっていましたし、遅刻や騒がしいなどそういった方もいなかったのでとても快適でした。
安全運転なドライバーさんに複数の言語で説明してくれるガイドさん。
また利用したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/21 |
Reviewed by: NT
I realized this was a multinational tour just three days before it started! I participated with some anxiety. I was the only Japanese person; the rest were Westerners and Chinese. However, the guide explained the tour details and the places we would visit in Chinese, and then came to each seat to provide thorough explanations in English and Japanese for the others. I was impressed by their cheerful and energetic demeanor, and I really appreciated it! Thank you.
このツァーが多国籍ツァーだと理解したのが催行3日前!
不安を覚えながらの参加。日本人は私ひとり。あとは西洋の方、中国の方など。
でも、ガイドさんはツァーの内容、この先観光する場所の説明を中国語で説明した後、それ以外の人には席まで来て、英語、日本語で丁寧に説明してくれました。
笑顔、元気を絶やさない働き振りに頭が下がり、とっても好感が持てました!
ありがとうございます。
Thank you very much for your kind words. We will continue to strive for excellence as a team.
お褒めいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。これからも、スタッフ一同精進してまいります。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/10 |
Reviewed by: 暑かったです
As others have mentioned, the Chinese guide who was fluent in both Japanese and English was wonderful. Aside from myself, everyone else was a foreigner (all from China except for one person from Italy), but it was a comfortable trip with strict adherence to the schedule, not a group tour.
他の方も書いていらっしゃるように、日英に堪能な中国語のガイドさんが素晴らしかったです。私以外、皆外国の方(イタリア1人以外は中国)でしたが、団体旅行ではなく、時間厳守で快適な旅でした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/08 |
Reviewed by: FLOYEN
This tour is not the typical sightseeing tour we usually think of. About 90% of the participants are of Chinese descent, and while the guide may be excellent as an interpreter, there is a complete lack of explanations regarding the local history or the geography of Takachiho Gorge, which are generally expected from a sightseeing guide. For those who don't need any of that and just want to be taken around, it may be convenient, but for those who want to learn about the local specialties, history, and culture, it is a disappointing tour.
このツアーは通常我々が考えている観光ツアーではありません。
参加者の9割が中華系の方々で、ガイドさんも通訳としては優秀なのでしょうが現地の歴史とか高千穂峡の地理的な説明など一般的に観光ガイドに求められる説明は皆無です。
全くそんなの必要ないですという方で、連れて行ってほしいだけという方にとっては便利でしょうが、その土地の特産とか歴史・文化を知りたい人にとっては残念なツアーです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/29 |
Reviewed by: まち
We participated as a pair.
Everyone else was from overseas, and the guidance was provided in the order of Korean → English → Japanese.
Both the guide and the driver were kind, and there were appropriate restroom breaks at the parking areas.
Once we arrived at the sightseeing spots, there was quite a bit of walking, so it's an adult-oriented tour.
In the summer, a parasol and a handheld fan are essential.
Even as adults, our legs were sore the next day, so it might be tough for children.
Overall, it was a satisfying tour!
2名で参加しました。
私たち以外は海外の方で、
韓国語→英語→日本語という順で案内。
ガイドさんも運転主さんも親切でしたし、
パーキングエリアでのトイレ休憩も適宜ありました。
観光スポットに着いたらかなり歩くので、
大人向けのツアーです。
夏場は日傘とハンディファンが必須。
大人でも翌日は足がパンパンだったので、
子どもにはキツイかもしれません。
でも、全体的に満足なツアーでした!
Thank you very much for your kind words. We will continue to strive for excellence as a team.
お褒めいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。これからも、スタッフ一同精進してまいります。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター/通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/26 |
Reviewed by: Alexのママ
I chose this tour because it included visits to the rarely visited Ama-no-Iwato Shrine and Ama-no-Yasugawara Shrine. Since it was primarily a Chinese-speaking tour, I was a bit worried at first, but the guide was fluent in Chinese, English, and Japanese, so I didn't feel any inconvenience at all. The other tour participants were also very well-mannered, making the bus ride quite pleasant. Takachiho Shrine, Takachiho Gorge, Ama-no-Iwato Shrine, and Ama-no-Yasugawara Shrine were all mystical and wonderful places. The Miyazaki beef lunch was delicious, and it was a very satisfying day.
他のツアーではなかなか行かない天岩戸神社と天安河原宮の見学がついていたので選びました。
中国語がメインのツアーだったので最初は少し心配でしたが、ガイドさんは中国語、英語、日本語が堪能で全く不自由を感じることはありませんでした。
ツアー客の皆さんもとても行儀の良い方ばかりで、バスの中でも気持ちよく過ごせました。
高千穂神社、高千穂峡、天岩戸神社、天安河原宮、全て神秘的で素晴らしい場所でした。宮崎牛のランチも美味しく、大満足の一日でした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/21 |
Reviewed by: まふ
I learned about a bus tour to Takachiho Gorge, which I had wanted to visit since my live performance in Hakata, and I participated the day after the concert. I knew it was mainly for Chinese tourists, so I was able to accept that. I was seated in the second row, and after explaining in Chinese, the guide kindly re-explained in Japanese just for me. I felt a bit guilty for their kindness. However, when they started explaining to the Chinese guests, they would talk for many minutes, and I became concerned that the guide was overworked. The Chinese guests were all very well-mannered and quiet, which impressed me. Takachiho Gorge was just as beautiful as I had seen in photos, and I was moved by its beauty. However, it was the hottest time of the year (reportedly the hottest of the season), and the time spent walking outside was during the peak heat, making me feel like I might suffer from heatstroke. It's essential to be fully equipped during the hot season, but that also means carrying more luggage, which can be tough. I think it's better to choose the season when you go.
ライブで訪れた博多からいつか行きたいと思っていた高千穂峡へバスツアーがあると知りライブの翌日に参加しました。
中国人メインと知っていたのでそこは割り切れました。
2列目に座らせて頂き中国語で説明した後丁寧に私に日本語で説明し直してくれます。親切過ぎて申し訳ない程でした。ただ中国の方に説明し出すと何十分も話すのでガイドさんオーバーワークが心配になりました。
中国のお客さんは皆マナーも良く静かで感心しました。
高千穂峡は写真で見たままとても綺麗で感動しました。
ただ真夏の暑い時期(今季一番の暑さとの事)で
外を歩く時間も一番暑い時間帯なので熱中症になりそうでした。
暑い時期は完全装備必須ですがその分荷物が増えて大変です。
行く季節はを選んだ方が良いと思います。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/20 |
Reviewed by: Rie
We participated as a couple. Everyone else was foreign, and the guide was also a foreigner who could speak a little Chinese, English, Japanese, and Korean. The guide explained about Takachiho and shared some stories in Chinese and English. At the beginning, the guide informed us that since there were no other Japanese people besides us, the explanations would be in English. However, they went out of their way to come and explain in Japanese just for us! We were really happy about that.
On that day, the bus driver was a woman, and she was very pleasant as well. Both the guide and the driver were kind! I was scared to drive in an unfamiliar place, so I joined the bus tour. Before participating, I was a bit anxious because I heard there would be many foreigners on the tour, but I’m really glad I joined. I thoroughly enjoyed it. If I have the opportunity, I would like to participate again. Thank you very much!
夫婦で参加しました。
私たち以外は外国人の方でした。
ガイドさんも外国人の方でしたが、中国語、英語、日本語
、韓国語も少しお話し出来る方でした。高千穂の説明、小話など中国語英語と説明してくれて、日本人今日は私たち以外居ないという事で、英語の説明になりますと初めにガイドさんに伝えられていましたが、わざわざ、私たち夫婦の為に日本語で説明に来てくれました!本当に嬉しかったです。
その日はバスの運転手さんは女性の方でその方もとても感じの良い方でした。
ガイドさんも運転手さんも親切でした!
知らない土地で運転するのは怖いのでバスツアーに参加させて頂きましたが、参加する前は外国人が多いツアーとあったので不安もありましたが、参加してとても良かったです。満喫楽しめました。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!!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/17 |
Reviewed by: ヒロ
I participated in a Beltora tour for the first time.
I understood it was aimed at foreigners, but it turned out to be just my husband and me among all the foreign participants.
Although I was anxious about the language barrier, the guide was fluent in Japanese and provided detailed explanations of the schedule and sightseeing spots, which eased my worries.
The driver was friendly and drove safely, allowing us to complete the tour without any issues.
The foreign participants also followed good manners and had a great time.
If the opportunity arises, I would like to join another Beltora tour.
初めてベルトラのツアーに参加させて頂きました。
外国人向けとは理解しておりましたが、私達夫婦1組だけで外国人の方ばかりでした。
言葉の不安を抱えながらのツアーでしたが、ガイドさんは日本語も上手で、きめ細かくスケジュールや観光地の説明も分かり易くて、不安は無くなりました。
運転手さんも気さくで安全運転でツアーを無事に終了することが出来ました。
外国人の方々もマナーを守り楽しく過ごすことが出来ました。
機会があればまたベルトラのツアーに参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/03 |
Reviewed by: CS
I booked a bus tour to Takachiho Gorge. I was the only Japanese person, and the others were from different countries.
Since I was traveling alone, I had no problem with the nationalities of my companions, but I think families and groups of friends who came from far away might feel confused.
Above all, I was concerned about the overwork of our kind guide who followed me.
It seemed very challenging for them to manage a diverse group of people alone. Perhaps because they had to explain the same thing multiple times in different languages, their voice was quite hoarse.
I often felt sorry for making them work hard, but thanks to the guide, it was truly a wonderful trip.
I think active individuals or those with knowledge of the area will enjoy it without any issues, but others might want to think it over.
I can't emphasize enough how amazing the guide was! They were the best guide I've ever had on a bus tour! I would book again just to meet them again.
Thank you very much!
高千穂峡へのバスツアーを
予約しました。
私1人だけ日本人で、
他は他国の方々だったそうです。
そもそも1人旅だったので、
同行の方々がどこの国の方でも
私はまったく問題ないのですが
遠方から初めて来た家族、
友人同士の旅行の方は戸惑うと思います。
なにより私をフォローしてくれた
親切なガイドさんの
オーバーワークが気になります。
1人で多国籍な人間たちをまとめるのが
見ていてとても大変そうでした。
いろんな言語で同じ説明を何度もした為か
声がかなり枯れていて、
私も気を使わせて申し訳ないなと
思う事が多々ありましたが、
ガイドさんのおかげで
本当にとても良い旅でした。
アクティブな方や場所の知識がある人は
問題無く楽しめると思いますが、
そうではない方は一考したほうが
よろしいかと思います。
何度も言いますがガイドさんは
最高でした!
いままでのバスツアーのガイドさんで
1番素敵な方です!
またお会いする為だけに
予約したいぐらいです◎
本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/04 |
Reviewed by: タンタン
We were the only Japanese people on our first bus tour. Thanks to our charming guide who spoke Japanese and was very attentive, we were able to enjoy the tour, and I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.
初めてのバスツアーで日本人は私達だけでした。日本語の出来る可愛らしいガイドさんの気配りで楽しくツアーを巡ることが出来て機会があればまた参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/24 |
Reviewed by: 、、
I give five stars to the driver and the guide, but none for the tour! Why???? There were 38 people, with only 3 Japanese. If this is a tour for foreigners, I would like it to be clearly stated in advance. If this kind of ratio happens by chance, I would like to be notified. I wanted to cancel. I will never apply again.
ドライバーさんとガイドさんにはホシ5つですが、ツアーには星なし!なぜ????38人で日本人3人
外国の方のためのツアーなら事前に明記欲しい。たまたまこの様な割合になったら通知欲しいです。キャンセルしたかった。もう2度と申し込みません
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/09 |
Reviewed by: ぴろし
I considered renting a car.
However, the rental car costs 6,000 yen.
Toll fees are 8,000 yen,
lunch costs 2,000 yen,
and gasoline is 4,000 yen.
So, it would be at least 9,000 yen more than this tour.
Moreover, since I wouldn't be driving, I could also enjoy "kappo sake" during lunch.
I was able to fully enjoy Takachiho.
I was the only Japanese person there. However, as long as you properly understand the meeting and departure times, there are no issues.
If you think of it as joining a tour abroad, it’s not a big deal.
Lunch was something authentic that you couldn't get for 2,000 yen.
It was probably much more expensive.
レンタカーで行ってみようか、とも考えました。
でも、レンタカー6000円。
高速料金 8000円
昼食代 2000円
ガソリン代 4000円
と最低でもこのツアーよりは9000円オーバー。
しかも、自分で運転しないので、昼食に『カッポ酒』も
楽しめます。
初高千穂を十分楽しむことができました。
日本人は自分だけでした。が、集合時間、
出発時間をちゃんと把握すれば問題なし。
海外でツアーに入ったと思えばどうって
ことありません。
昼食は2000円では食べることができない
ような本格的なものでした。
たぶんもっと高額なのでしょう。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/29 |
Reviewed by: Kuroa
I had always wanted to visit Takachiho Gorge. I had heard that the tour was primarily in Chinese, so I made sure to confirm the meeting time and place, thinking I would manage on my own afterward, but the guide spoke Japanese very well, so there were no issues at all.
We were blessed with good weather and enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Takachiho. I think the lunch provided on the tour was fairly decent! During lunch, I was able to have a little conversation in English with a couple from Hong Kong who sat next to me.
It was a fun trip. Thank you very much!
ずっと行ってみたかった高千穂峡。中国語主体のツアーと聞いていたので、集合時間と場所だけしっかり確認してあとは自分で頑張ろうと思っていたのですがガイドさんが日本語がお上手で全く問題なかったです。
お天気にも恵まれ高千穂の美しい景色も堪能しました。
昼食もツアーの食事としてはまあまあなのでは?!と思います
昼食時お隣に座った香港からのご夫婦とは英語で少しお話出来たりもしました。
楽しい旅でした。ありがとうございました
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/05 |
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Thank you very much for your kind words. We will continue to strive for excellence as a team.
お褒めいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。これからも、(スタッフ一同)精進してまいります。