All Reviews for Bus Tours

I visited the Saijo-Guin and the Gangala Valley, which I had been curious about for a while. Both places had a refreshing atmosphere that felt like a "sacred site." The guide's explanations were easy to understand and very informative.

以前から気になっていた斎場御獄とガンガラーの谷に行ってきました。
どちらも空気がリンとしていて「聖地」という感じがしました。
ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすく勉強になりました。

There’s no need to rush or dawdle; I felt the timing was just right! The fish at the aquarium were large and impressive (the baby fish were small and cute), and the ocean was more beautiful than I could have imagined. Also, the souvenirs had a wide variety, with many stylish items that made choosing quite a challenge! By the way, there were more foreigners participating in the tour than locals (perhaps that’s why the guide was also a foreigner).

焦ることもダラダラすることもない
ちょうど良い時間設定だと感じました！
水族館の魚たちは大きくて立派（子供の魚たちは小さくてかわいい）、海は想像を超える綺麗さでした
あとお土産もかなり品揃え豊富で、選ぶのが大変なくらいおしゃれな物が多かったです！
ちなみにツアーに参加してた方々は、外国人のほうが多かったです！（そのためかガイドさんも外国の方でした）

I was able to learn about Ishigaki Island. The guide's stories were interesting and enjoyable. The glass-bottom boat was a reasonable 1,000 yen, which was great. On the way back, I was dropped off at Ishigaki Airport, allowing me to make good use of my time.

石垣島の概要を知ることができました。ガイドさんの話も面白くて楽しかったです
グラスボートが1000円で楽しめて、良心的でした。
帰りは石垣空港で降ろしてもらえて、時間を有効に使えました

The course was great, and the timing was just right. The Korean male guide was very pleasant, and the combination with the driver was good, allowing us to spend the day comfortably. It was nice to have a relaxing time with the goats and water buffalo at Ryukyu Village. I was looking forward to Bant Cafe, but it was cloudy, windy, and cold, so I want to try again.

I have been using bus tours that allow you to visit various places in one day without renting a car every time I stay in Naha. I look forward to more enjoyable courses in the future!

コースも良く時間配分もちょうどよかったです。韓国人の男性ガイドさんがとても感じが良くてドライバーさんとのコンビも良く1日気持ちよく過ごせました。琉球村にヤギや水牛がいてコースの中でのほのぼのタイムでよかったです。楽しみにしていたバンタカフェは曇りで風が強く寒かったのでまたリベンジしたいと思いました。
レンタカーしなくても1日で色々回れるバスツアーは那覇滞在のたびに利用しています。今後も楽しいコースを期待しています！

I was able to visit the famous spots in Okinawa in just one day, and both my friend and I were very satisfied. Nago Pineapple Park was colorful and very beautiful. There were many places to take photos, and it was a lot of fun.

I was worried about the weather, but it turned out to be sunny, and we were able to see the beautiful ocean. The bus guide was also very kind, and we were well taken care of throughout the day.

沖縄の名所を1日でまわることができて、私も友人も大満足でした。ナゴパイナップルパークは色鮮やかでとても綺麗でした。写真を撮るところもたくさんあって楽しかったです。
天気も心配でしたが無事に晴れ、綺麗な海も見ることができました。バスガイドさんも親切な方で1日大変お世話になりました。

Since it was my first time in Ishigaki Island, I decided to join. It drizzled a bit at times, but it didn't interfere with the glass-bottom boat experience! The lunch was delicious, and the guide even sang for us, making it a full and enjoyable day. It's also great that they stop by the airport on the way back, making it convenient to join on the last day. There were participants from the cruise ship as well. It seems there were also users from the remote island terminal. It's reassuring that they check the schedules and make adjustments!

初の石垣島だったので参加しました。時々雨がぱらつきましたが、グラスボートには支障なく参加しました！
ランチも美味しかったし、ガイドさんは歌を歌ってくれましたし盛り沢山でした。帰りに空港に寄るので最終日に参加するにもいいです。クルーズ船からの参加者もいました。離島ターミナル利用者もいたみたいです。便を確認して調整してくれるのは安心ですね！

My first time in Ishigaki Island.
It was a solo trip, and it's a shame the weather was bad.
But it became a good memory. I want to come again.

初めての石垣島
しかもひとり旅　お天気が悪かったのは残念
でもいい思い出になりました。また来たいです。

Although it was unfortunately rainy, I was able to enjoy sightseeing slowly while swaying in the water buffalo cart. I was moved by the guide's narration and songs, making it a valuable experience. I would like to experience it again on a sunny day next time.

生憎の雨でしたが、水牛車にゆられ、ゆっくり観光を楽しむことができました。船頭さんのガイドと歌に心打たれ、貴重な体験が出来ました。
次は晴れの日に再度体験したいです。

We were able to hear explanations about the houses and plants while riding a water buffalo around half of the island, along with the tour guide's island songs. After that, we had free time to explore the island. I wish we had a bit more free time to relax.

水牛で島半分位を回りながら家屋や植物の説明など、添乗員の島唄も聞けました。そのあとは自由時間で島の観光ができました。もう少し自由時間があるとゆったりできたかな

Taketomi Island was amazing. I couldn't book the plan with a rental bicycle included because it was fully booked, but I was able to get one on-site, so I had a great time. It might be a good idea to increase the number of rental bicycle reservations available.

竹富島最高でした
レンタル自転車付きプランが満で予約出来なかったけど現地で調達出来たので楽しめました。
レンタル自転車の予約枠は増やした方がいいかも？

The mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island had a surface as clear as a mirror, reflecting the mangrove forest, and the tranquility was wonderful. From Iriomote, we leisurely traveled to Yubu Island on a water buffalo cart while listening to shamisen performances. The botanical garden was filled with large plants I had never seen before. Strolling through the unique village of Taketomi Island, I was moved by the sounds of the sanshin and Okinawan folk songs I heard on the water buffalo cart, creating an extraordinary experience. For lunch, everything was very delicious. The glass-bottom boat was a bit disappointing, but overall, I highly recommend it!

西表島のマングローブクルーズは水面が鏡のように澄んでいてマングローブ林が映り込み静寂とても良かった、西表から由布島のんびりと水牛車で三味線演奏聞きながら移動、見た事のない大きな植物が生い茂る植物園。竹富島の独特な集落散策など、水牛車で聴いた三線の音色と沖縄民謡に感動し非日常な体験しました。お昼ご飯は、どれもとても美味しくいただきました。グラスボートはイマイチでしたが、全体的にはお勧めです！！

I signed up for a tour because I found it cumbersome to rent a car for my solo trip to Okinawa. Unlike traveling individually, there are time constraints at each location, so I checked information in advance and decided on must-see spots.

Before arriving at each location, the bus guide provided tips on how to enjoy the sites and pointed out important details regarding time management and restroom availability, which allowed me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.

Although it was a group tour, I had the freedom to move around as I pleased after arriving at each site, so I never felt cramped. I also had the luxury of using a two-person seat by myself on the bus.

Overall, I felt that this tour was a perfect fit for me, and I was very satisfied. Thank you!

沖縄一人旅に際し、レンタカーを借りるのが面倒でツアーを申し込みました。
個人で回るのとは違い各所で時間の制約があるため、事前に行先の情報をチェックしてここだけは絶対というところを決めておきました。
各所の到着前にバスガイドさんから楽しみ方や見どころを教えていただけたり、時間配分やトイレについて注意点を伝えていただいたりと、安心して楽しむことが出来ました。
団体のツアーですが、各所到着後は自由行動で好きなように動けるため、窮屈感を感じることは全くありません。
バスも２人席を１人で使用させていただきました。
今回のツアーでは自分的には良いとこ取りで大満足でした。
ありがとうございました。

Both Saijō Gushikawa and the Valley of Gangala were great, but I was particularly satisfied with the Valley of Gangala. The scenery of the limestone caves and the banyan trees was unlike anything I usually see, allowing me to fully enjoy an extraordinary experience. Additionally, I didn't know that archaeological excavations from prehistoric times were taking place there, so it was very interesting to hear a lot from the guide and to see the excavation sites. The guide's explanations were clear and easy to listen to. I'm really glad I participated. I was able to spend a fulfilling half-day before leaving Okinawa.

斎場御嶽もガンガラーの谷もどちらも良かったが、特にガンガラーの谷はほんとうに満足だった。鍾乳洞とガジュマルなどの木の景色も普段見られないものばかりで、非日常を満喫できた。それだけじゃなくて、原始時代の発掘調査が行われているのは知らなかったので、ガイドさんからたっぷり話を聴いて、発掘跡も見せてもらえてとても興味深かった。ガイドさんの話はわかりやすく、聴きやすかった。本当に参加してよかった。沖縄を発つ前に充実した半日を過ごすことができた。

It was interesting to learn about the history of Okinawa. However, I didn't expect to walk that much. At the Seifa Utaki, you can gain insights into Okinawa, which may change your perspective.

沖縄の歴史を知ることができ面白かった。ただ、あんなに歩くとは思わなかった。斎場御嶽では沖縄のことを知ることができ、感じ方が変わるかもしれない。

I felt a relaxed sense of time, and it was truly a healing moment. The beauty of nature, along with the stories from the water buffalo and the gentleman guiding us, as well as the sanshin and songs, made me forget the busy everyday life.

ゆったりとした時間を感じ、本当に癒されるひとときでした。自然の美しさ、案内してくれる水牛とお兄さんのお話も三線と歌も忙しい日常を忘れさせてくれるものでした。、

I wanted to use this service when I first visited Ishigaki Island in June last year, but it was suspended, possibly due to COVID-19, so I used it this time in February. I'm not confident in driving, and the local buses have limited schedules, so it was great to efficiently visit the highlights of Ishigaki Island.

The impression can change with the weather, but if the weather is nice, it's a five-star course! The cost performance is also good, with lunch included for under 5,000 yen for half a day.

Unfortunately, it was cloudy, but the blue of Kabira Bay was still beautiful. Thanks to the guide, I was able to learn about the origins of the Tomb of the Chinese and Tōrin-ji Temple. The explanations about Ishigaki Island's culture and tropical flowers were diverse, and I had a lot of fun learning.

There were many solo participants, so it was enjoyable to exchange information during lunch. The option to choose to board a glass-bottom boat on-site (I rode one in June, and this time, since it was cloudy, I opted for local sightseeing) and the flexibility to get off at Ishigaki Airport were also nice.

Next, I would like to visit Hirakubo Cape Lighthouse, so I would be happy if there were other bus tours that I could easily join, like this one.

　昨年６月に初めて石垣島へ行った時に利用したかったのですが、コロナの影響か運休中で、今回２月に利用しました。
　車の運転に自信がないですし、路線バスも本数が限られているので、効率よく石垣島の見どころを回れるのは良かったです。
　天候で印象が変わりますが、お天気が良かったら☆５つのコースです！半日でランチが付いて5,000円以下とコストパフォーマンスも良いです。

　生憎の曇天でしたが、それでも川平湾のブルーは綺麗でした。
　また、ガイドさんのおかげで、唐人墓や桃林寺の由来を知ることが出来て良かったです。石垣島の文化や南国のお花の説明など、多岐に渡って説明していただき、とっても楽しく学ぶことが出来ました。
　一人参加の方も多かったので、ランチ時には情報交換などできて楽しかったです。
　グラスボートの乗船も現地で選択可（→６月の時にグラスボートに乗ったし、今回は曇天だったので周辺観光にしました。）だったり、石垣島空港で下車も可能で、融通が利くのも良いですね。
　次は平久保埼灯台とかも行ってみたいので、今回のように手軽に参加できる違うコースのバスツアーがあると嬉しいですね。

The only disappointment was the bad weather, but I had a very satisfying time no matter where I went or which guide I had. The bus driver's stories were very interesting.

The water buffalo was very cute.

I had booked a glass-bottom boat, but it was canceled before departure due to high waves, and that was the only regret.

天気が悪いということだけが残念でしたが、どの場所に行っても、どのガイドさんでも大変満足した時間を過ごすことができました。
バスの運転手さんのお話がとても面白い。

水牛さんがとても可愛かったです。

グラスボートを申し込んでいましたが、波が高いということで出発前にキャンセルになり、それだけが残念でした。

Since it was a trip with both children and grandparents, we chose a tour that everyone could participate in together. I wanted to see the pineapples, but I guess it's the season. It was also fun to hear the bus guide's stories, which I wouldn't have been able to enjoy if we were moving around on our own.

子どもとじいじばあばの世代が一緒に旅行だったのでみんなで動けるツアーにしました。
パイナップル、、季節のせいですがなってるところが見たかったな！
バスガイドさんの話も自力で移動してたら聞けないので楽しかったです。

I was looking forward to this tour, staying at a hotel right by the port, and it exceeded my expectations. The initial mangrove cruise was fantastic! The next experience with the water buffalo cart was exotic, but I couldn't fully enjoy it because I felt sorry for the buffalo.

Taketomi Island had a charm that made me wonder if Okinawa's main island used to look like this. However, on the way back to the port, I got lost and it was quite nerve-wracking. It was frustrating that the place names on the signposts at the fork in the road were not on the map provided. Fortunately, I was able to navigate using my smartphone's location, but I hope for improvements to the map.

このツアーに参加するためホテルも港横にして楽しみにしていたが、期待以上だった。最初のマングローブクルーズは最高！　次の水牛車もエキゾチックな体験でしたが、水牛さんがかわいそうで心からは楽しめませんでした。
竹富島は昔は沖縄本島もこんな感じだったのかなという風情がありよかったのですが、帰りに港に向かう道で迷ってハラハラしました。分かれ道の案内標識に出てる地名が渡されていたマップになかったのは困りました。幸いスマホの位置情報で事なきをえましたが、マップの改善を望みます。

The day before, I participated in a three-island tour, and on this day, I initially thought about taking a route bus to the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay. However, that would only leave me time for lunch and then heading to the airport, so I didn't have high expectations and decided to sign up for an island tour that would drop me off at the airport. The humor of the only male guide was fantastic.

前日に3島めぐりツアー参加でこの日は当初自分で路線バスで川平湾グラスボートでも行こうかと考えていたが、それだと昼食とそれだけで空港に向かうくらいしかできないので、あまり期待せず空港で降りれるので島内ツアー申込した。唯一の男性ガイドさんのユーモアが最高でした。

This was my first time using a bus tour. I didn't have time to do much research and was thinking about how to explore Okinawa when I found this tour. It was a tour focused on the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, and the price was reasonable, so I decided on it right away. As a result, I had the best time. The bus was clean, and I was able to enjoy sightseeing in Okinawa very comfortably. I didn't expect the bus to be this enjoyable. I would like to use a different tour next time as well.

今回初めてバスツアーを使ってみました。というのも下調べの時間がなく、どうやって沖縄観光をしようか考えていた時このツアーを見つけました。美ら海水族館をメインにしたツアーで価格もお手頃で即決しました。結果最高の時間を過ごせました。バスも清潔感があり、とても楽に沖縄を観光することが出来ました。バスがこんなに楽とは思いませんでした。次回もまた違うツアーを利用したいと思ってます。

During the boat and bus rides, as well as in the water buffalo cart crossing to Yufushima, I enjoyed the staff's flexible explanations without getting bored. The amazing scenery that you can't see on the mainland was the best. Even though I was traveling alone, I had a great time without feeling bored at all.

移動中のボートやバスの中、由布島に渡る水牛車の中と退屈する事なくスタッフの臨機応変な説明が良く楽しめました。本土では見ることのない素晴らしい景色が見れて最高でした。一人旅でしたが全然退屈する事なく楽しかったです。

I boarded from the Kencho-mae Square.
It was a beautiful day, and Kouri Island had the best location.
The bus guide and driver were considerate of my mother, who has difficulty walking, and that was a great help.
Thank you very much.
The traffic jam on the way back was a bit frustrating, but that's a government issue.
I had a wonderful day.
Thank you.

県庁前広場から乗り込みました。
天気の良い一日で
古宇利島も最高のロケーション、
足の悪い母のことを
バスガイドさん、ドライバーさんが
気遣って下さり助かりました。
ありがとうございます。
帰りの渋滞は少しゲンナリしましたが、
これは行政の問題。
楽しい1日を過ごせました。
ありがとうございます。

This was my first time participating. It started with the polite service from Ishigaki Island Dream Tourism, and after arriving at Iriomote Island, we smoothly enjoyed a mangrove cruise with breathtaking scenery that was truly moving. The person explaining things on the boat was also fun and enjoyable. Next, we rode a water buffalo cart to Yubu Island, and the stories from the water buffalo cart driver, along with the shamisen and songs, were all fantastic! I was amazed at how smart and cute the water buffalo were! On Yubu Island, there were water buffalo that you could touch, and I was allowed to pet their horns and bodies. The weather was great, so the scenery was wonderful, and I was healed by the plants and butterflies, allowing me to spend a lovely time. I wish I had a bit more time on Yubu Island. The entire tour was really enjoyable, and the conversations were fun and friendly. I'm so glad I participated in this tour! I made great memories! If I have the chance again, I would definitely like to use this service.

初めて参加させて頂きました。まずは石垣島ドリーム観光の方の丁寧な接客からはじまり西表島に到着後もスムーズにマングローブ遊覧、素晴らしい景色が広がり感動。遊覧船で説明してくれる方も楽しくてよかったです。続いて水牛車に乗って由布島へ水牛車の方のお話、三味線、歌、全て最高でした！水牛がすごく賢くてかわいいのに驚きでした！由布島では触れる水牛がいてツノや体を触らせてもらえたり、お天気がよかったので景色も最高で植物、蝶にも癒され素敵な時間を過ごせました。もう少し由布島で時間があったらよかったなー。ツアー全体は本当に楽しくて、お話も楽しく親しみやすくこのツアーに参加して本当によかった！いい思い出がでしました！また機会があったら是非、利用したいです。

I participated with my 5-year-old and 8-year-old children, along with one adult. I was worried that it might be boring since it was a long course, but we stopped at various places, which made the travel time to the next location feel relatively short, so we had no particular issues. It was great to efficiently visit the main spots in the northern area. The souvenir shop had quite a long line, so I think those who plan to buy a lot of souvenirs during this tour might feel like their time is short at certain points. We made wonderful memories. Thank you very much.

5歳、8歳の子どもと大人1人で参加しました。
長いコースだったので飽きてしまうかな？と心配していましたが、いろんな場所に寄ってくれるので次の場所までの移動時間が比較的短く感じられるのか特に問題なく過ごせました。
北部の主要スポットを効率的に回れて良かったです。
お土産屋のレジが結構並ぶので、要所要所でこのツアーでお土産をたくさん買おうとしてる方は滞在時間が短く感じられるのではないかな、と思います。
良い思い出ができました。ありがとうございました。

This is a great tour that allows you to meaningfully explore Iriomote Island and Yufu Island in half a day. On Iriomote Island, you can see the mangrove forests up close on a sightseeing boat. And above all, riding the water buffalo cart on Yufu Island makes you feel like time stands still. It's packed with amazing experiences in a short time!

半日で西表島、由布島を有意義に廻れる良いツアーです。
西表島では、遊覧船でマングローブ林を身近で見ることが出来ます。そして何より、水牛車に乗っての由布島は時の流れを止めてくれます。
短時間に大感動が詰まっています！！

The Valley of Gangala was a wonderful space starting from the first cave hall. The guide's explanations were excellent, allowing us to reflect on the history of ancient people. We also got to experience a sense of adventure. I hadn't researched much beforehand, but it turned out to be a truly lovely memory. The timing and walking distance were just right.

ガンガラーの谷は、最初の洞窟ホールみたいな場所からとても素敵な空間でした。案内人の説明も素晴らしく、古代の人々の歴史に思いを馳せることができました。探検気分も味わうことができました。あまり調べていなかったのですがたいへん素敵な思い出になりました。時間や歩行距離もちょうど良かったです。

The bus guide shared various stories about life in Okinawa, which was very enjoyable. For example, the reason why water tanks are placed on the roofs of houses in Okinawa, and the surprising fact that mangroves can be seen close to urban areas. I think this kind of information is hard to come by on a free trip. At both Sefa Utaki and the Gangala Valley, you walk a considerable distance, and since the ground can be uneven, wearing sneakers would be a good idea. The talk at Gangala Valley, which included the guide's jokes, was also entertaining.

バスガイドさんが沖縄の生活などの色んな話をしてくれて、とても良かった。例えば沖縄の家の屋根に給水タンクが乗っている理由とか、意外に市街地に近い所にもマングローブが見られることなど。フリーの旅だとなかなか得られない情報だと思う。斎場御獄+ガンガラーの谷、共にそれなりの距離を歩き、足元が良くないこともあるのでスニーカーなどが良いだろう。ガンガラーの谷はガイドさんのジョークを交えたトークも面白かった。

I participated with a friend. The weather was nice, and the experience of riding the water buffalo cart while enjoying the beautiful scenery was amazing! It felt like time was flowing slowly, and I felt very fulfilled. The water buffalo named Neelan was very cute. Seeing the buffalo working in shifts made me feel motivated to do my best at work as well. I would love to use this service again when I visit Taketomi Island!

友人と2人で参加しました。
気候も良く、綺麗な景色を見ながらの水牛車体験は最高でした！
時間もゆっくり流れているような気がして、とても充実していました。
水牛のニーランくんがとても可愛かったです。
牛さんもシフト制で頑張っているので、仕事頑張ろうって思えました。笑
また竹富島に行く際は利用したいなと思いました‍♀️

Since I participated from Naha, it was a full-day tour! The guide shared various information while we were on the bus, so I didn't get bored! I wish we had about 10 more minutes at Manzamo and Pineapple Park, but other than that, it was a lot of fun with no complaints! We visited five places, and given the price, it was a great value!

那覇から参加したので丸一日のツアーでした！
バスに乗ってる間もガイドさんが色んなことを教えてくれるので退屈せずに済みました！
万座毛とパイナップルパークはもう10分くらい欲しかったですがそれ以外は文句なしで楽しかったです！
5箇所も回れてこの値段だったのでコスパ良かったです！