All Reviews for Bus Tours

I was a bit worried about the tour being in English for foreigners, but it was absolutely fine! The guide was also fluent in Japanese, so there were no issues at all. I was concerned about loud people, but everyone was very well-mannered! Oh, and the driver was really great too! I would love to participate again!

外国人向けのツアーでガイドが英語との事で不安は有りましたが全然大丈夫でした！
ガイドさんは日本語も堪能でなんら問題は有りませんでした。
大声で騒ぐ方が居たらとの不安も有りましたがとてもマナーが良くて！
そうそう運転手さんもとっても良かったです！
又参加したいです！

Since I was picked up early in the morning, I arrived at Kyoto Station alone. They kindly asked where I planned to go next and provided very detailed information about the next bus schedule, which times had covered buses, and the reception hours for temples.

Also, when I took the bus again from the next temple, the same tour guide was with us. I felt lonely in an unfamiliar place, but I had a great time exploring. Thank you very much.

朝早くから乗せて頂いたので、京都駅に着いた時は１人でした。
次は何処に行く予定かを聞いて頂き、次のバスの案内や屋根付きのバスがどの時間帯か、お寺等の受付時間等とても丁寧に教えて下さいました。

また、次のお寺から再度バスに乗ると同じ添乗員さんで、見知らぬ土地で寂しかったのですが、楽しく回らせて貰いました。
ありがとうございました。

Both the guide and the driver were very kind and helpful.

The bus stop was crowded, so I recommend tours during busy seasons.

The weather was nice, and the autumn leaves were beautiful, allowing us to have a fun day.

Thank you very much! 😊

ガイドさんも運転手さんもとっても優しくて親切でした。

路線バス停は行列だったので、混雑する時期のツアーはお勧めです。

お天気も良くて、紅葉🍁も綺麗で楽しい1日を過ごす事が出来ました。

ありがとうございました😊

I wasn't surprised since I had seen previous posts, but most of the participants were from China, and the explanations were also in Chinese. It seemed that the guide couldn't speak much Japanese, so I asked about the meeting time and place and then had some free time. If you use it purely as a means of transportation, I think there won't be any issues. The Chinese participants also had good manners on the bus; it was quiet and comfortable. In the morning, the bus arrived just in time, and there was no announcement, which made me a bit anxious. I think it would have been better if someone had provided guidance in advance.

以前の書き込みを見ていたので、驚きはありませんでしたが、ほとんどが中国の方で、説明も中国語でした。ガイドさんもあまり日本語が話せないようで、集合時間と場所を聞いて、自由行動しました。交通手段として割り切って利用すれば、問題ないかと思います。中国の方もバスの中でのマナーも良く、静かで快適でした。朝、バスがギリギリに到着し、案内掲示がなかったので、ちょっと不安でした。事前に係の人が案内していただければ良いかと思いました。

I had a very bright and enjoyable day with our guide, Maria. She was a bilingual guide in English and Japanese, which also helped me with my English studies. There was a course for Amanohashidate, and I would like to request it if the opportunity arises.

ガイドのマリアさんが、とても明るく楽しい1日を過ごすことができました。
英語と日本語のバイリンガルガイドで、英語の勉強にもなりました。
天の橋立のコースもあり、機会があればお願いしたいです。

I was able to efficiently sightsee in Kyoto, and it was very good. The guide was also a pleasant person, and the explanations in both English and Japanese were easy to understand. I would like to use this service again.

初京都で効率良く観光ができ、とても良かったです。
ガイドさんも感じの良い方で、英語と日本語の説明も分かりやすかったです。また利用したいと思いました。

The guide's explanations were easy to understand, and everyone adhered to the schedule, allowing for smooth transitions. It was a very enjoyable and pleasant sightseeing experience.

ガイドの方の話や説明もわかりやすく、また皆さん時間をまもりスムーズに移動できとても楽しく気持ちよく観光できました。

I struggled to find the tour bus at the crowded meeting point filled with sightseeing buses. There was no display of the tour name, so every time a bus arrived, I had to confirm with the driver, only to be told it was the wrong one, which increased my anxiety. Finally, when I received a call on my mobile, it turned out to be the bus I had checked once before. The guide mentioned that there was a Chinese participant on the list, which led to the mix-up. I began to lose trust in the service.

However, the Chinese guide repeatedly apologized and showed genuine concern, which helped ease my feelings of distrust. I believe that if the tour name were displayed on the bus, it would go much more smoothly. Other Chinese tours also lacked this display, while Japanese companies had clear signage. I hope for improvements in this area.

観光バスでごった返す集合場所でツアーバスを探すのに苦労した。
ツアー名の表示がないのでバスが到着する度に運転手に確認するも、違うと言われ不安ばかりが増す。やっと携帯電話に連絡が入ると一度確認したバス。ガイドが名簿に中国人の参加者とあったので間違えたとのこと。業務に不信を持つ。
中国人ガイドがひたすら謝罪してくれたことや声かけ、心遣いが感じられ不信感は薄らいだ。
バスにツアー名の表記があればスムーズにいくと思われる。他の中国系のツアーは同じように表記なし。日本の会社はきちんと表記あり。改善求む。

I participated with two friends. I heard that there were many foreigners, so the entire tour guide was in English, but they also mixed in fast-paced Japanese explanations, which was very pleasant! Thank you! There was plenty of free time, but we adhered strictly to the schedule, and all the participants were great, allowing us to enjoy the sightseeing smoothly. It became a wonderful memory!

友人二人と参加しました。
外国の方が多いとの事で、観光案内は全編英語と言う事でしたが、早口での日本語説明も織り混ぜてくれてとても好感持てる対応でした!ありがとうございます!
自由時間もたっぷりありましたが、時間厳守の行動で、参加者皆さんが良い方ばかりでスムーズに観光をする事が出来きとても良い想い出になりました!

I participated with a friend. Thank you to our bus guide, Maria! She is amazing, fluent in both Japanese and English, and can speak four languages! She was kind, polite, and I became a fan of hers! Most of the people on the bus were foreigners, but we adhered to the meeting time and moved on time. She provided detailed explanations of each landmark in English! I was staying at a hotel in Osaka, but I was moved by how much I enjoyed the trip to Kyoto starting from Namba! I definitely want to use this service again! (^O^)

友達と2人で参加しました。バスガイドさんのマリアさん、お世話になりました！日本語も英語も堪能で四カ国語話せるすごい方！そして優しくて丁寧でファンになりました！バスの中はほとんどが外国の方でしたが、集合時間もしっかり守りon timeで移動できました。各名所の説明も英語で丁寧にしてくれました！大阪のホテルに滞在していましたが、なんば発で京都旅行を満喫でき感動しました！また是非利用したいです！(^O^)

I was able to efficiently tour and enjoy the place called Kyoto. The guide was attentive, and the explanations were easy to understand.

ザ京都っていう場所を効率的に観光できて、楽しめました。
ガイドさんの気配りも良く、説明もわかりやすかったです。

I participated in a bus tour to Amanohashidate and Ine.

The guide, Mr. Zheng, was modest about his Japanese skills, but there was no need for that; he explained everything clearly and covered all the important points, so there were no issues at all. I was very satisfied.

I joined with three friends, and we made great memories.

Thank you very much.

天の橋立、伊根へ行くバスツアーに参加しました。

ガイド郑さんは、ご自身の日本語について謙遜されてましたが、そんな事は無く、ポイントを押さえてハキハキ説明されてましたので全く問題ありませんでした。満足です。

友人３人で参加して、良い思い出が出来ました。

どうもありがとうございました。

It was disappointing that the weather was mostly rainy. Although the tour was primarily for foreigners, I experienced a different sensation than usual. I thought it was impressive that we managed to stick to the schedule and finish on time. It was nice that the guide offered a photo service at the end.

天気がほぼ雨で残念だった。外国人中心の観光だったが、いつもと違う感覚を味わった。良くあのスケジュールで時間通りに予定を終えられたなと思いました。
ガイドさんが最後、写真撮影のサービスしてくれて良かった。

The course with lunch included had options for a Kyoto cuisine set and a Kyoto tofu set, and since I was there, I chose the Kyoto cuisine course. However, the restaurant specializes in tofu dishes, and naturally, the meal consisted entirely of tofu dishes. I couldn't help but ask the person I was dining with which tour course they had chosen. They seemed to be worried too, wondering if this was not the Kyoto tofu course.

There were many delicious-looking restaurants near Kiyomizu-dera, so I thought I should have skipped the lunch option given this meal.

I was satisfied with the tour itself as we visited the main four locations. However, the schedule was tight, so I don't think it's suitable for those who want to take their time exploring. The tour guide was accommodating in both English and Japanese, and their service was good. It was just the meal that was disappointing.

昼食付きのコースは、京料理御膳と京豆腐御膳があり、せっかくだからと京料理御膳のコースを選択しました。
しかし、お店は豆腐料理のお店で、食事内容ももちろん豆腐料理ばかり。
思わず、一緒に食事をした方にどのツアーコースを選択したか確認しました。その方も、これは京豆腐コースじゃないのか？と不安に思っていたようです。
清水寺には美味しそうなお店がたくさんあったので、この内容なら昼食付きにしなければ良かったなと思いました。

ツアー自体は主要な4箇所を回れたので満足しています。ただ、スケジュールがタイトなので、ゆっくり見て回りたい方は向いていないかと思います。
添乗員さんは、英語と日本語で対応しており対応も良かったです。
本当に、お食事だけが残念でした。

I used this service for a trip with my parents and daughter. Since I'm not familiar with Kyoto, it was convenient not to have to research the route to our destination, and my child wanted to ride on a double-decker bus! That's why we decided to go with this option. However, the routes for the double-decker buses were limited (I'm not sure if it was just for that time period).

Additionally, there were tickets available that only allowed travel on specific routes indicated at the ticket counter, which were a bit cheaper (1-day adult ticket for 2,500 yen). I wish it was made clear at the time of booking which buses would be operating on which routes. Even though you can hop on and off, there aren't that many buses running, so I think it would be better if the price were a bit lower. If you're going to purchase tickets, I felt that a 2-day pass might offer better value.

両親、娘との旅行で利用しました。
京都に詳しくないので、目的地までの道のりを調べなくても良いのと、子供が2階建てバスに乗ってみたい！と言う事で決めました。
ただ、2階建てバスが運行する路線が決まっていました。（その時期だけなのかはわかりませんが）
また、窓口に案内されていた特定の路線だけにしか乗れないチケットもありました。それだと少しお値打ちでした。（1日券大人2500円）
路線によって運行するバスが決まっているのであれば申し込みする時点でわかるようにして欲しいなと思いました。
乗り降り自由でも実際にそれほどの本数は乗れませんでしので、もう少し安いと良いのにと思います。
購入するなら2日通し券のがお得感はあるのかなぁと思いました。

I was able to fully enjoy the sightseeing spots in Kyoto in one day. The guide provided information in both English and Japanese. Once we arrived at each landmark, we had free time to explore on our own. Since I didn't opt for lunch, I had quite a bit of time to spare at Kiyomizu-dera. Those who chose the lunch option mentioned that their visit to Kiyomizu-dera was a bit rushed (the plan included lunch near Kiyomizu-dera).

We traveled by bus between the landmarks, so if you got tired, you could relax and sleep until the next destination. It was convenient to buy souvenirs at each location and leave them in our seats while heading to the next sightseeing spot. However, any loss of belongings left in the vehicle is your own responsibility.

I was glad I checked the boarding location the day before, as it was a bit hard to find. Also, the drop-off point on the way back is Hachijo-guchi.

京都の観光名所を一日で堪能できました。ガイドさんは英語と日本語の案内付き。名所に着いたら各自、自由行動。昼食付きにしなかった為、清水寺ではかなり時間を持て余した。昼食付きにした方は清水寺の観光が慌ただしかったとの事。(清水寺の近くで昼食をとるプラン)
名所をバス移動するので疲れたら次の目的地までゆっくり眠れる。各地でお土産を買っても座席に置いて次の観光名所に行けたので楽でした。しかしながら車中に置いていった荷物の紛失等は自己責任です。
説明にあった朝の乗車場所は前日に下見をしておいて良かった。分かりづらいです。あと、帰りの降車場所は八条口です。

Very organized tour with an amazing guide, Jay! The day before the tour, I received pictures of the meeting point and bus information, etc. He sent some additional pictures after the tour to share.

Very organized tour with an amazing guide Jay!
Day before tour, I got pictures of the meeting point and bus information etc.
He sent some additional pictures after tours to share.

It was a three-day weekend, so there were a lot of people! Also, the highway was congested, which made travel time longer. There weren't many restroom breaks, so I thought it might be tough for the elderly. Additionally, there were many people from China.

三連休だったので、とりあえず人がいっぱいでした！そして、高速が渋滞で移動に時間がかかってました。
トイレ休憩が少なかったので、お年寄りは大変なのではないかと。
あと、中国の方が多かったです。

The guide is primarily in English for foreign visitors, but there is also a Japanese guide available. The meeting place and time are definitely provided in Japanese. It's a classic course, so you can't go wrong. The lunch was delicious, and it was convenient not having to pay the admission fees one by one.

外国人向けのためガイドは英語メインですが、日本語ガイドもあります。
集合場所、時間は必ず日本語あり。
王道コースなのでハズレなし。昼食も美味しく拝観料をいちいち払わなくても良くて楽でした。

The tour guide provided serious explanations throughout the journey, filling our trip with wonderful memories. Due to traffic congestion, our return to Osaka was delayed, and we couldn't arrive at the restaurant we had originally booked on time. Thanks to our guide, Choi Haehwa, for contacting the restaurant to change the time. She is a very professional and helpful guide.

導遊一路認真的解說，讓我們的這次旅行充滿了美好的回憶。因為道路擁塞，導致返回大阪的時間delay，我們原本預訂的餐廳無法準時到達，感謝崔海花導遊幫我們聯絡餐廳變更時間，她是一位非常專業和helpful的導遊。

I was able to visit tourist spots in my own style within a limited time, and I was glad to see everything I wanted at a leisurely pace! If I had to say something, I would wish for a slightly lower price, haha. There is also a 500 yen one-day pass from Kyoto Prefecture...

限られた時間内で自分スタイルで観光地が廻れ、ゆっくり観たいものも見れ良かったです！
あえていうなら、もう少し価格を下げて欲しいですww。京都府からの500円の1日乗車券もあるので……

I'm glad I was able to visit the tourist spots in one day. I couldn't take my time to explore, but I'm satisfied. I'm also grateful to the guide and the driver. It became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much. I hope to meet the guide again somewhere.

観光地を1日で回れてよかった。ゆっくりと見学はできなかったけど満足です。ガイドさんとドライバーの方にも感謝です。良い思い出となりました。ありがとうごさいました。ガイドさん、またどこかでお会いできると良いですね。

I felt a bit nervous for the first time in a while during the school trip bus tour, but our guide, Takki (Mr. Takizawa), was bright and kind, making it a wonderful tour. The price isn't cheap, but if you're not used to sightseeing in Kyoto, it can be tiring and difficult to visit all the places you want to see. The tour from Veltra covered the main attractions compactly, and I was very satisfied. The group included half Japanese and half foreigners, but everyone was calm, punctual, and we were able to enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto comfortably. I highly recommend it for middle-aged and older travelers.

修学旅行依頼のバスツアーで、久しぶりに緊張しましたが、ガイドのタッキーこと滝沢さんが、明るく親切で、とても良いツアーでした。
料金は安くないですが、京都観光は慣れていないと疲れて、なかなか行きたいところへ行けません。
ベルトラさんのツアーは、主要な観光地をコンパクトに押さえてくれており満足できました。
ご一緒した皆さんも、日本人半分外国人半分でしたが、皆穏やかで、時間を守り、気持ちよく京都観光を満喫できました。中高年の方に是非お勧めです。

Since it was my first time using this service, I was honestly a bit anxious. Moreover, it mentioned that about 80% of the participants were from overseas... However, perhaps because it was a Sunday, there weren't that many people, and I didn't feel anxious at all.

Above all, the guide was amazing! There was a group of Japanese people who joined us later, and one man, after having a beer at lunch, suddenly said he needed to go to the restroom. I felt embarrassed as a fellow Japanese person.

Even so, the guide and the driver dropped him off along the way, and the rest of us were able to continue the tour as planned! I will definitely use this service again when I travel! Thank you very much for a truly fulfilling tour!

初めて利用したので、正直不安でした。
しかも8割位は海外の方と書いてあったので…
実際は日曜日だったからなのか、そこまで多くなくて全く不安になる事も無かったです。
そして何よりもガイドさんが最高でした！
途中から合流した日本人の団体が、お昼に飲んだビールのせいでトイレに行きたい。言い出した男性が…
同じ日本人として恥ずかしかったです。
それでもガイドさんとドライバーさんがその方を途中でおろして、残った私達は予定とおりツアーを続けられました！
また旅行に行った際は、こちらを利用します！
本当に充実したツアーを有難う御座いました！

I participated in the tour on September 25. Thank you to our tour guide Maria for a wonderful trip. She provided great advice on the key points of interest, including photo spots and wishes at Kinkaku-ji. I was able to see the water mirror at Kinkaku-ji as well. The stunning scenery of the bamboo grove in Arashiyama allowed us to create the best memories within the limited time. The bus driver's impressive driving skills were remarkable, especially navigating the narrow roads to the parking lot at Kiyomizu-dera, where buses had to pass each other in a tight space. Right after we successfully passed, the passengers naturally applauded, and everyone exclaimed, "Amazing!" I would love to join another Kyoto sightseeing tour next time.

9月25日のツアーに参加しました。
ツアーガイドのマリアさん　楽しい旅をありがとうございました。
名所のポイントをしっかりアドバイスしていただきました。金閣寺での撮影ポイントと願い事のおまじない。金閣寺の水鏡も見られました。
嵐山の竹林の素晴らしい景色，決められた時間の中で最大限の想い出が出来ました。
バスのドライバーさんの見事な運転技術。清水寺の駐車場までの狭い道でバスとバスのすれ違い。ギリギリの攻防戦。上手くすれ違った直後、乗客の方々が自然に拍手をされていて皆さんから『スゴい』と声があがっていました。
次回も京都観光ツアー参加したいです。

I was really satisfied that I could visit all the sightseeing spots I wanted in just one day. The delicious tofu dishes were great too. The guide was a bit fast-paced, but it was fun as they explained in both English and Japanese. I would like to sign up for a different course next time.

行きたかった観光地が、1日で、本当にまわれて大満足。美味しい豆腐料理も、良かったです。
ガイドさんも、早口だけど英語と日本語で、説明してくれて楽しかったです。次は、違うコースでまた申し込みたいですね。

The reception shown in the photos online has a sign, but in reality, it was in a different location without any sign, making it hard to find. Please improve it to make it clearer.

ネットにある受付は看板を持っている写真が載っているが、実際は違う場所で看板もなく分かりづらかった。分かりやすい方法に改善してください。

During my previous trip to Kyoto, I had to transfer trains and walk from the station, which took a lot of time, and I couldn't visit all the places I wanted to. This time, thanks to this tour, I was able to visit Kinkaku-ji, which I missed last time, as well as my favorite Kiyomizu-dera, Arashiyama, and Fushimi Inari, all by bus, making my travel much easier. Although it was an English tour, I was able to talk with the guide in Japanese, ask questions, and take many photos. It was also a big plus that I could catch the bus near my hotel in Osaka! I would like to use Beltora's bus tour for my next trip to Kyoto as well.

以前自分で京都を旅した時は、電車を乗り継ぎ、駅からも歩き、移動時間がとてもかかり、行きたい所全てへは行けませんでした。
今回はこのツアーを利用したおかげで、前回行けなかった金閣寺を含め、好きな清水寺、嵐山、そして伏見稲荷へもバスで連れて行ってもらえたので、とても楽に旅が出来ました。英語のツアーでしたが、ガイドさんとは日本語で色々話もでき、質問にも答えていただき、写真も沢山撮ってもらえました♪
宿泊していた大阪のホテルの近くからバスに乗れたのも、大きなプラスでした！
次回の京都旅行もベルトラさんのバスツアーを利用したいです。

The guide spoke mostly in Chinese and only mentioned the meeting time and place in Japanese. I was looking forward to explanations in English, but there were none, which was disappointing. The driving of the microbus was rough and scary. I felt that the tour price was high, especially since the entrance fee and meal costs were not included.

ガイドは、ずっと中国語を話し、日本語では集合時間と集合場所を言うぐらいでした。英語ての説明を楽しみにしたのに、それは一切なく、残念でした。
マイクロバスの運転も荒つぼく、怖かったです。
拝観料、食事代も含まれず、ツアー代は高いと感じました。

Since it was my first time on a tour in Kyoto, I had no idea where to go or how to get around, so I signed up for the tour. The tour guide was very lovable and provided a lot of lectures before we arrived at each destination, which allowed us to smoothly explore each place with some prior knowledge. I thought the plan was well-designed to allow us to visit each site in the shortest time possible. The plan included lunch, and I was quite satisfied with the generous portion.

初めて行く京都ツアーでしたので、どこをどのように回ると良いのか右も左もわからず申し込みました。
ツアーガイドさんも愛されキャラで、目的地に着く前に多くのレクチャーをして頂きましたので、予習済みの状態で各地をスムーズに周れました。各地でも最短で周れるよう工夫されたプランと思いました。
昼食付きのプランでしたので、昼食も頂きましたが、結構なボリュームで満足でした。