All Reviews for Bus Tours

The weather forecast wasn't great, but I thought today was my only chance, so I decided to go for it. The guide's stories during the journey were all very informative. The blue of the Shakotan Peninsula was incredibly blue, and I was able to enjoy a different shade compared to the blue of southern islands. I felt a deep satisfaction in wanting this naturally rich area to be preserved as it is. The only downside was that the optional boat tour was canceled due to high waves, which was disappointing, but considering the recent accident, I realized that safety should always come first, and it's important to stick to that decision.

天候がいまいちという予報だったけれども今日しかない、と思って申し込んでみました。
移動中のガイドさんの話も勉強になることばかりでした。
積丹半島のブルーはとてつもなくブルーで、南の島のブルーとはまた違った色合いを楽しむことができました。
自然豊かなこのエリアをそのまま残してもらいたいと思える満足感でした。
唯一、途中オプションの船での散策は波が高いということで欠航となり残念でしたが、やっぱり先日の事故を考えると安全第一であるべきだと、その決心が大事だと改めて思いました。

I booked a half-day tour to make it in time for my evening flight. It efficiently covered the main tourist spots around Sapporo. However, I felt that a little more thought could have been put into the time allocation. At Shiroi Koibito Park, it was so crowded that I could only manage to look at the shop, and I missed out on enjoying the park itself. On the other hand, the ski jump had a lot of time allocated, even though we couldn't use the lift due to a competition. I think it would be fine to shorten the time during competitions, even if there is ample time during non-competition periods. That said, the guide's explanations were clear and it was an enjoyable, compact tour. Thank you very much.

夕方の飛行機に間に合うよう半日観光を申し込みました。札幌近郊の主要な観光地を効率よく回れます。ただ、時間配分にもう少し工夫が有れば良かったなと思います。白い恋人パークは混雑していてショップを見るだけで精一杯で、せっかくのパークは見られませんでした。対してジャンプ台は大会のためリフト乗れませんでしたがかなり時間をとってありました。大会非開催時は時間があっても良いと思いますが開催時は少し短縮しても良いのではと思います。とはいえ、ガイドさんのお話もわかりやすく楽しいコンパクトツアーでした。ありがとうございました。

The bus had Wi-Fi, and the audio guide provided great sightseeing views from the window, which was very nice. However, the stop at Shiroi Koibito Park was too short, and I felt it would have been better to go there individually. Additionally, it was mentioned that there would be discounts for lunch at the market, but when I asked inside, I was directed to the cheapest menu item, which didn't feel like a good deal. It was also disappointing that if you don't go to the market early in the morning, there won't be any worthwhile items available before noon.

バス内、wifiありで、音声案内での車窓からの観光ととても良かったですが、白い恋人パークへの立ち寄りが、あまりにも短くて、個人で行った方が良かったと思いました。また、場内市場もお昼ご飯割引あると書かれてて、店内で聞くとこちらになりますと案内されたものは、ふつうに店内で一番安いメニューで提供され、お得感はなかったです。場内市場も朝早くから行かないとお昼前では、値打ちなものは、何もなく残念でした。

I had wanted to visit the Blue Pond for a long time. It was mystical and absolutely amazing! Since we had about 40 minutes, I was able to take my time and take photos, which made me very satisfied. At Tomita Farm, the lavender was already finished, but at Shikisai no Oka, the colorful flowers were very beautiful, almost like a postcard.

In particular, we were able to stop by the headquarters of Rokkatei, and the view of Ezo Fuji and the magnificent scenery from there was stunning. The guide was calm and explained various things thoroughly. At the end, I asked for recommendations for delicious sushi places, and they kindly provided me with information. The driver was also young and very pleasant. I highly recommend it!

以前から行ってみたかった青い池。神秘的で最高でした❣️約40分あったので、ゆっくり回れて写真も撮れて、満足でした。富田ファームは、ラベンダーが終わっておりましたが、四季彩の丘は色とりどりの花がとても美しく、まるで絵はがきのようでした。
とりわけ、六花亭の本社に寄っていただけたのですが、そこから見る蝦夷富士や、雄大な景色がとても美しいかったです。
ガイドさんも、落ち着いていてしっかりいろんなことを説明してくださり、最後に私がおいしいお寿司の店とかお聞きしたのですが丁寧に教えてくださいました。運転手さんも若くで感じの良い方でした。ぜひお勧めです❣️

We participated as a family of three. Since there were only five groups of participants, everything went very smoothly and on time. However, even though the bus seats were quite empty, we were instructed to fill in from the front, which made me uncomfortable as we were sitting close to another group. I hope that when there are fewer participants, they can consider leaving some empty seats for COVID-19 precautions. It was a shame that we couldn't see the sheep being herded back home since the temperature was high that day. Nevertheless, I think it was great that we were able to see various places in just half a day.

家族3人で参加。
参加者が5組だったので、時間通りとてもスムーズでした。
ただ5組のみでバスの席がガラガラなのに前から詰めて乗るように言われ、別のグループと距離が近かったのが気になりました。参加者が少ない時はもう少しコロナ対策で空席をもうけるなど配慮してほしいなと思いました。
その日は気温が高かったので羊が家に帰っていて放牧してるとこを見られなかったのが残念でした。
でも半日で色々なところを見れたので大変良かったと思います。

In mid-August, my mother and I participated. The weather was cloudy with occasional rain throughout the day, but unlike the hot and humid place we usually live in, the climate was comfortable, and we were able to efficiently visit the tourist spots, which was great. The lunch was delicious, the portion sizes were just right, and the guide's explanations were easy to understand. Thank you very much.

8月中旬に母娘で参加です。天気は一日中曇り時々雨でしたが、普段住んでいる蒸し暑い地方と違って気候が過ごしやすく、効率的に観光地を回る事ができてよかったです。ランチも美味しく、量もちょうど良かったし、ガイドさんの説明もよく分かりました。ありがとうございました。

The day trip bus tour was great!

日帰りバスツアー❣️とても良かったです❣️

While planning a 3-night, 4-day trip from Kansai to Hokkaido, I found that researching public transportation to Asahiyama Zoo seemed quite troublesome... So, since I was staying in front of Sapporo Station, I prioritized the advantage of just riding and arriving at the destination, and I decided to use this service. I think both the bus guide and the bus driver were considerate, ensuring that the guests were comfortable and had an enjoyable time. In particular, when I consulted the female bus guide about where to eat upon disembarking, she kindly offered her advice without any unpleasantness, and I was able to have a warm experience. Thank you very much.

関西から北海道に3泊4日のうち、旭山動物園に行く計画を立てる際に公共交通を調べるとなんだかメンドクサそう…
なので札幌駅前に宿泊していたので今回乗ってるだけで現地につく、というメリットを重視し利用させていただきました。
バスガイドさんもバス運転手さんもお客さんが不自由していないか、楽しく過ごせるように気遣いされていたと思います。特にバスガイドの女性が降り際に食べるところについて相談したらイヤな顔せず親身に相談に乗って下さり温かい時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございます

I participated in the tour in mid-July, during the peak blooming season for flowers. Although the weather was unfortunate, the lavender fields, Shikisai no Oka, and the Blue Pond were all beautifully impressive. The driver and guide were very pleasant people, and I had a fun and enjoyable day. I think it was a very fulfilling tour.

　7月中旬、お花が見頃の時期に参加しました。あいにくのお天気でしたが、それでもラベンダー、四季彩の丘、青い池、いずれも美しく見応えがありました。ドライバー、ガイドさんも大変感じのいい人で、楽しく良い一日を過ごせました。とても充実したツアーだと思います。

It was raining moderately even before departure. After we set off, the rain intensified, and by the time we reached our first destination, it was pouring like a bucket had been overturned... However, I think if I hadn't joined this tour, I would have stayed in the hotel all day, so I'm glad I was able to do some sightseeing in Hokkaido despite the rain. Since I was traveling alone, it can be quite a hassle to plan everything by myself, but tours like this are reasonable and cover all the important points, so I’m really glad I participated regardless of the weather. Next time, I want to use it on a beautifully sunny day!

出発前からまぁまぁの雨量。そして出発後、さらに雨足は強くなり、最初の目的地についた頃にはバケツをひっくり返したような雨に…
でも、このツアーに参加していなかったら1日中ホテルから出なかったと思うので、雨でも無理やり北海道観光できたことは良かったかな…一人旅だったので、自分一人ではなかなか予定を組むのがめんどくさいのですが、こういったツアーはリーズナブルでポイントはきちんと抑えてくれるので、天気はどうあれ参加してよかったです。
次回はめっちゃ晴天の時に利用したいです！

It was very fulfilling and fun! Two hours at the zoo went by in a flash, and I wished I had a bit more time to see everything. I thought it would be nice to have sunshades (like curtains) in the car.

とても充実していて楽しかったです！
動物園2時間はあっという間で見切れなかったのでもう少し時間が欲しかったです。
車に日除け(カーテン等)が無かったのであるといいと思いました。

Without a car in the vast Hokkaido, it's quite difficult to reach the places I want to go. That's where I found this tour. Not only can you visit Lake Toya and Lake Shikotsu, but also Hell Valley! I enjoyed it while reminiscing about my school trip days and eating delicious food. I've personally been to Lake Shikotsu by bus, but there are so few buses that while it doesn't cost much, it takes a lot of time... Time is important when traveling, so this tour was very helpful.

I wish I could have seen Showa Shinzan from a better angle... Also, during the rest stop at the service area, I found myself wishing for an extra 10 minutes because I wanted to eat more delicious food!

車がないと広い北海道、なかなか自分の行きたい場所にいけない(*_*;
そんな所、見つけたのがこちらのツアー。
洞爺湖、支笏湖だけでなく、地獄谷まで観光できてしまう！
昔の修学旅行を思い出しながら、美味しいもの食べながら楽しみました。
支笏湖は、バスで個人的に行ったことがありますが、何せ、本数が少ないので
お金はかかりませんが時間がかかる・・・・
旅先は時間も大事ですので、こちらのツアーは有難かったです。

昭和新山は、もう少し、角度のいいところから見たかったかな・・・・・
またSAの休憩は、美味しいものも食べたいからあと10分欲しい！と思ってしまいました。

It was a tour that allowed me to experience the history of Hokkaido's great nature. The guide was interesting and kind. If I had to say something, I think it would have been better if we had a bit more time at places like the visitor center.

北海道の大自然の歴史に触れることのできたツアーでした。ガイドの方も面白くて親切でした。強いて言えば、ビジターセンター等にもう少し滞在時間が長ければ良かったと思いました。

I was moved to reach the tip of Cape Kamoi! At Hamazushi, those participating alone were seated at a table for four, which was quite cramped. For those participating as a couple, they had a table for two, and since there were empty tables, I thought it would have been better if they had spread us out more. It seemed like there were more solo participants compared to other tours. The food was very delicious, and even though I'm not a fan of sea urchin, I enjoyed it.

神威岬の先端まで行けて感動しました！
浜寿司さんでは、1人参加の人は4人で1テーブルで、かなり狭かったです。2人参加の人は2人で1テーブルで、空きテーブルもあったので、もっと分散させてくれたらよかったのにと思いました。
1人参加の割合が、他のツアーより多かったように思います。お味はとても美味しくて、私はウニが苦手ですが美味しくいただけました。

The travel time and sightseeing time were just right. I would like to use VELTRA for another trip as well.

移動時間も、見学時間も適当でよかったです。
また違う旅行でもVELTRAを利用したいと思います。。

When the tour price is reasonable, it's common to spend a long time at souvenir shops, leaving little time for sightseeing. However, this tour had none of that, and although it was a whirlwind tour, I was able to efficiently see stunning views. I enjoyed it even as a solo traveler!

ツアーの価格がお手頃な場合、行く先々でお土産物屋さんに長く滞在させられ、見学の時間が少ない場合も多いのですが、このツアーはそのようなことが一切なく、弾丸ツアーではあるものの、絶景を効率的に見て回れます。
1人参加でも十分楽しめました！

It was a long-awaited bus tour with a guide, and the guide provided explanations throughout, sharing many things that even I, a Hokkaido resident, learned for the first time. The weather was also favorable, and I was able to see both the calm and beautiful sea from Cape Kamoi and the rugged sea on the opposite side, which was very nice.

久しぶりのバスガイド付きのツアーでしたが、ガイドさんがずっーと説明してくださって、北海道民の私も初めて知ることもあり、とても良かったです。
天気にも恵まれ、積丹ブルーの海や、神威岬から見る穏やかで綺麗な海と正反対の荒々しい海の両方が左右にみれ、とても良かったです。

The weather was unfortunately rainy, with intermittent showers, but I had a great time. The guide was wonderful, taking photos for us and recommending delicious food (I tried almost everything, and it was all tasty). It turned out to be a very fulfilling day. Thank you!

生憎のお天気で、雨が降ったり止んだりでしたが、
とても楽しめました。
ガイドさんが良い方で、写真を撮ってくれたり、
美味しい食べ物をおすすめしてくれたり、（ほぼ食べましたが
皆美味しかったです。）
とても充実した一日となりました。
ありがとうございました。

Hokkaido Shrine was a place I visited for the first time. I prayed and drew a fortune. Walking through the tree-lined path was a soothing experience.
At Okurayama Jump Stadium, I was truly amazed. You can see the height from below, but taking the lift up really makes you feel the height. The soft serve ice cream was also the best! Unfortunately, I didn't have enough time for both the museum and the jump stadium.
At Shiroi Koibito Park, I wished I had more time. The garden was fun and beautiful, and I wanted to do some shopping too. It was a moment of escape from reality. Sapporo's Outer Market was filled with crabs, crabs, and melons... so much delicious food!

　北海道神宮って…。初めて行く場所だった。お参りして、おみくじ引いて…。木立の参道を通り癒される時間だとまった。
　大倉山ジャンプ場は、やっぱり「すご~い」のひとこと。下から見ても高さはわかるが、リフトで上がったほうが断然、高さを感じることができる。ソフトクリームも最高！ミュージアムと両方は時間的に厳しかった…。
　白い恋人パーク、もっと時間がほしいなぁ~という感想。庭も楽しいし、きれいだし、お買い物もしたいし…。現実逃避できるひとときでした。札幌場外市場は、カニ・カニ・メロン・・・食べ物でいっぱいでした。
　

I participated from Kyushu on July 13. It was more humid and tiring than I expected, but the lavender was in its best season, and I was very satisfied. The fully bloomed lavender has such a sweet and rich fragrance! The lunch was delicious, the driving was careful, and the guide was bright and fun, but not too loud—just right. It was a fun tour where I could see all the places I wanted to visit!

7月13日に九州から参加しました。
予想以上に蒸し暑く疲れましたが、ラベンダーはベストシーズンで大満足でした。
満開のラベンダーは、あんなに甘く濃厚な香りがするんですね！
昼食もおいしく、運転は丁寧で、ガイドさんは明るく楽しいけど、うるさすぎず丁度良い感じでした。
見たかった場所が全部見られるツアーで楽しかったです！

The guide's talk was very good, and everyone at the tourist spots was kind and accommodating. Of course, the scenery was also amazing. I'm glad I participated.

ガイドさんのお話がとても良かったし、観光地の皆さんも親切な対応で良かったです。もちろん景色も最高でした。参加して良かったです。

The bus ride back and forth was quite long, but the guide's stories were interesting, and I was able to enjoy the three hours spent at the zoo. It was very helpful that the guide shared tips on how to have a fun experience while visiting the zoo.

行きかえりのバス移動は結構長かったのですが、ガイドさんのお話しも興味深かったですし、３時間の動物園見学も楽しく過ごすことができました。ガイドさんから、動物園を見学するにあたって楽しく過ごすポイントなどを教えていただけたのがとてもよかったです。

Lover's Park, the outer market, and the clock tower were filled with my favorite spots. It was a bit disappointing that the weather was a little rainy. The sea urchin rice bowl for lunch at the outer market was the best. It was a bit pricey, but I have no regrets about eating it!

恋人パーク、場外市場、時計台とお気に入り所満載でした。少し残念だったのは天候少し雨?!だったのは残念?!
場外市場での昼食にウニ丼は最高でした。時価?!だったけど食べて悔い無し?!

The weather was nice and warm, but since it was a bus tour with air conditioning, I was able to spend the day comfortably. The interior of the bus was clean, and they had alcohol disinfectant available as well.
The Blue Pond was very beautiful and exceeded my expectations.
At Farm Tomita, I was looking forward to the lavender fields, but it was too early in the season, so I couldn't see the entire area covered in purple. I wish I had gone 2 or 3 weeks later; it was disappointing.
Overall, it was a satisfying tour.

天気も良く、汗ばむ陽気でしたが、冷房の効いたバスツアーということで・・・快適に過ごせました。車内も清潔で、アルコール消毒なども完備してありました。
青い池はとても美しく、想像以上でした。
ファーム富田：お目当ては、ラベンダー畑でしたが・・・行った時期が早すぎ、一面紫色の絨毯は見る事ができませんでした。あと2，3週間遅ければ良かったのですが、残念です。
全体的に、満足のいくツアーでした。

I used it for one day during my 3-night, 4-day trip, and I was very satisfied as I was able to see a lot. The only disappointment was the fog at Cape Chikyu, and the tour guide apologized, but you can't win against nature. Thank you to the driver. I appreciated how hard the tour guide worked to explain everything. There were many sightseeing points, and although each stop was short, next time I want to explore at my own pace.

3泊4日の1日で利用しましたが、沢山見学出来て、大満足です。チキウ岬の霧だけが残念で、添乗員さんが謝ってましたが、自然には勝てません。運転手さん有難うございました。添乗員さんが一生懸命説明してたのが好感持てました。沢山の見学ポイントで各ポイントは短時間でしたが、今度は自分の足で、ゆっくり周りたいです。

I participated alone while on a business trip. The tour content was good, but the tour guide was a wonderful person who provided thorough guidance and care, making it a very satisfying day trip bus tour! I definitely want to participate again. Thank you very much.

出張ついでに１人で参加しました。
ツアー内容も良かったですが、添乗員さんが素敵な方で丁寧な案内、気遣いなど十分満足出来る日帰りバスツアーでした！また必ず参加したいと思います。ありがとうございました。

I was worried about the weather, but at Lake Shikotsu, it was beautifully clear and I had a great time. In particular, the sightseeing boat tour at Lake Shikotsu, which I paid extra for, offered a stunning view of the blue lake bottom with Ezo chub swimming around. The lunch at Lake Toya was also delicious, and I was able to see Mount Usu and Showa Shinzan, making it a cost-effective bus tour.

天気がどうなるか不安な状況でしたが、支笏湖では無事に快晴でとても楽しめました。特に別途、支払って参加した支笏湖の遊覧船は、真っ青な湖底にエゾウグイが泳いでいる光景は、なかなかの見所です。洞爺湖での昼食も美味しかったですく、有珠山、昭和新山も観れたので、コスパのいいバスツアーでした。

This time, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the in-car tour guide was through headphones. It was very easy to understand. It was a bit disappointing that the guide was somewhat businesslike.

今回は、コロナ禍なので車内の観光案内はヘッドホーンでした。
とてもわかりやすかった。ガイドさんは事務的だったのが少し残念‍♀️

What I often see on TV are the Polar Bear Pavilion, Penguin Pavilion, and Seal Pavilion. Of course, these are highlights that are worth seeing, but unexpectedly, the Hippo Pavilion was great. I was impressed by the lively and active hippos. It was the first time I saw such cheerful hippos. It was surprising to see their bellies and the bottoms of their feet through the glass from below. I felt like I could watch them forever.

The Wild Ezo Brown Bear Pavilion was also good. The bears looked a bit like gangsters. I definitely wouldn't want to run into one of them anywhere. If I had more time, I would have liked to see the Peacock House as well. I regret missing that part.

TVでよく見るのはほっきょくぐま館、ペンギン館、あざらし館ですね。こちらはもちろん見応えがあるハイライト館ですが、思いがけず良かったのはかば館です。生き生きしたアクティブなかばさんたちに感動しました。初めてあんな楽しげなかばさん達を見ました。下側からガラス越しに見られるお腹や足の裏などびっくりです。無限に見ていられると思いました。
ワイルドなえぞひぐま館も良かったです。ヤクザっぽいくまさんでした。絶対どこかで出くわしたりしたくないです。時間があればクジャク舎の方も見たかったです。このあたりは見逃してしまったのが心残りです。

It was good, but since I usually rent a car and travel on my own, I felt the pace was different. After all, I thought I would like to explore on my own with a rental car during my precious time. So, I wasn't disappointed with the bus tour; it just felt like a different type of experience. However, I had been disappointed with glass-bottom boats in the remote islands of Okinawa several times, so I was unsure about participating. But I thought there would be nothing to do if I was just dropped off at a port for an hour, so I decided to join as an additional option, and it was amazing. I was moved by the Shakotan Blue, and the feeding of the seagulls at the end was shocking. This was a place I would never have gone to on my own, so just encountering this option transformed the tour into a great satisfaction for me. I was thinking of rating it as disappointing, but this one experience changed it to a positive one. I think it would be good to incorporate it into the tour, but then the price would go up, so I wonder if it's a strategy to create the illusion of an affordable tour. What do you think?

よかったですが、個人でいつもレンタカーを借りて旅行をしているので、ペースが違ってしまったって感じです。やはり、せっかくの時間はレンタカーです自分で回ろうと思いました。ですので、バスツアーが悪くてがっかりしたわけではありません。タイプが違うかったなあと言った感じです。ただ、グラスボートは沖縄の離島で何度か乗っていつもがっかりしていたので、どうしようかと思ったのですが、１時間何もない港に放り出されてもすることななあと思って、追加オプションで参加してみたけど、これが最高でした。積丹ブルーに感動した上、最後のうみねこの餌付けは衝撃的でした。個人では絶対なら行かなかったところなので、このオプションに出会えただけでこのツアーが大満足に変身するくらい良かったです。
がっかりに評価しようと思いましたが、この一撃で良かったになりました。
ツアー内に組み込んだらいいと思うのですが、そうすると料金が高くなるので、お手頃ツアーに錯覚するための作戦かとも思いますが、どうでしょうか？