All Reviews for Bus Tours

I was able to recharge with the beautiful nature. The tour staff was well-organized, and I had plenty of time to explore freely. The bus, water buffalo, and mangrove boat drivers on Iriomote Island provided a unique experience that only a tour can offer. The Yaeyama Islands are easy to explore with fewer tourists. I am grateful for the beautiful sea and the kindness of the islanders.

美しい自然からエネルギーチャージできました。ツアー係の方が段取り良く、自由散策も十分観光できました。西表島のバス、水牛、マングローブ船の運転手さんの案内はツアーならではの楽しみです。八重山諸島は観光客が少なく観光しやすいです。美しい海と親切な島の皆さまに感謝です。

I signed up with my parents, who are over 70 years old and exercise regularly. The mangrove tour, the bus ride on Iriomote Island, and the guide's explanations while riding the water buffalo were calm, articulate, interesting, and enjoyable. I was able to see the crested serpent eagle perched on the power lines five times while on the bus. Renting bicycles in Taketomi was also fun.

70歳を超える両親（よく運動している）と申し込みました。マングローブ遊覧＋西表島のバス＋水牛でのガイドさんの説明は穏やかで、活舌よく、おもしろく、楽しかったです。バスにのりながら電線にとまっているカンムリワシを5回もみることができました。竹富でのレンタサイクルも楽しかったです。

From a little distance, I waved at the water buffalo, and it responded by flicking its ears back at me, which was adorable! The guide's explanations were great, and the song was delicious! 😊

ちょっと離れたところから、水牛さんに手を振ったところ、水牛さんは耳で振り返してくれて、可愛かった！！ガイドのお姉さんの説明も良く、歌も美味かった(^^)

The bus guide was fantastic. They could play the shamisen and sing, showcasing a lot of talent. The content of their stories was profound, and their voice was beautiful, like an NHK announcer.

バスガイドさんが大当たりでした。三味線弾けるし歌えるしで多彩な方でした。お話しの内容も深く、声も美しく、NHKのアナウンサーのようでした。

It was my first time participating in a VELTRA tour, and I received detailed emails that made me feel at ease until the day of the tour. The transportation during the tour went almost as scheduled, and we were blessed with good weather, making it a wonderful memory.

初めてのVELTRAツアー参加でしたが、丁寧にメイルが届き、参加当日まで安心出来ました。
ツアーの移動もほぼ予定通りで天気にも恵まれて、良い思い出になりました。

I recommend it for those who want to get the best of everything in a nutshell. The food was served quickly, and we were attended to by very hospitable staff. If you're unsure, just go ahead and sign up!

端的にいいところどりしたい方にはお勧め。ご飯もすぐに出てきて、ホスピタリティー溢れる方達にアテンドしてもらいました。迷ったら申し込みましょう

To be honest, all the island-hopping tours seemed similar to me, but I had the best day. First, I took a ferry to Iriomote Island. The weather wasn't great, so I was worried about getting seasick, but it was totally fine. After the mangrove cruise tour, I took a sightseeing bus to the water buffalo cart station on Yubu Island. Fortunately, one of the staff members could play the sanshin, so we enjoyed the ride both ways. I was impressed to learn that they train the buffalo without using whips. The lunch on Yubu Island was also delicious.

On Taketomi Island, I chose to go cycling. It started off with a light rain, but it stopped quickly, and I was able to enjoy visiting a traditional house café and the beach views, experiencing the charm of the island! It was great that I could choose between the 16:00 and 17:00 ferry for the return trip.

If I come to Ishigaki Island again, I would love to participate in this tour!

正直言って島巡りのツアーはどれも同じように見えていたのですが、最高の１日を過ごすことができました。
まずはフェリーに乗って西表島へ。お天気があまり良くなかったので揺れそうで船酔いを心配しましたが、全然大丈夫でした。マングローブクルーズのツアーの後、観光バスに乗って由布島の水牛車乗り場へ。たまたまスタッフの方が三線を弾ける方だったので、往復ともに楽しませていただきました。ムチなどを使わずに調教しているということで、感動しました。由布島でのランチもおいしかったです。
竹富島ではサイクリングを選択しました。スタート当初は小雨が降っていましたが、すぐに止んで古民家カフェに行ったりビーチの景色を楽しんだり、島の魅力を楽しむことができました！帰りの船の時間を16:00, 17:00から選べたのも良かったです。
石垣島に来たら、また参加したいです！

I was captivated by the beauty of the mangroves.
It's worth participating.
I was fortunate to encounter many wild birds.
Unfortunately, the lunch bento was not delicious.
A convenience store bento would have been better.

マングローブの素晴らしさに魅了されました。
参加する価値あります。
タイミングよく、野鳥にも沢山出会えました。
残念なのは、ランチのお弁当。
美味しく無いです。
コンビニ弁当で良かった。

I went to Taketomi Island and rode a water buffalo cart! It was so much fun. I was happy to see the mangroves with my wife. I definitely want to go again.

竹富島に行って水牛車になっちゃったー！
とっても楽しかった。
奥さんとマングローブも見れて幸せだった。
また絶対行きたいと思う。

This time, I traveled without a rental car and participated in a tour for the first time.
Although it was from morning until evening, there was not a single wasted movement; it was incredibly efficient!
This tour was perfect for someone like me who is impatient.
However, it might be a bit challenging for those who prefer to take their time or need to walk slowly...

Since the schedule was tight, even for someone like me who doesn't usually take their time, I didn't have any extra time.
It wasn't my first time visiting these places, and I wasn't looking to relax, so it felt great to see them again after a while! The time management was excellent!
Moreover, on the way back, we took the highway and had a light sandwich (which was simple but delicious), and with the entrance fees and everything included, along with a guide, this price... is too cheap!!
I thought that from now on, tours might be the way to go for sightseeing in Okinawa!

今回レンタカーなしでの旅行にしたので初めてツアーに参加しました。
朝から夕方までの時間ですが何ひとつ無駄な動きはなく、ものすごく効率的でした！
せっかちの私にはピッタリのツアーです。
もしかすると、ゆっくりめに見たい方、ゆっくり歩かないといけない方にはちょっと大変かもしれません…

時間がタイトなので、せっかちでゆっくり見たつもりは全くない私でも時間が余ることはなかったです。
私にとっては初めて行く場所な訳でもなく、のんびりしたい訳ではなかったので久々にまた見れた〜！って感じで時間配分とっても良かったです！
しかも帰りは高速乗って帰って軽食のサンドイッチ(シンプルで美味しかったです)もあり、入館料もろもろ入ってガイドさんもついてこの値段…安すぎます！！
これから沖縄観光はツアーでいいかも！って思いました！！

I enjoyed the cruise on the boat, was charmed by the cute cows while riding in a cart to Yufu Island, and had a wonderful time interacting with the plants. The large butterflies were very cute.

船のクルーズで楽しめ、牛車で可愛い牛さんにやられて由布島へ渡り、植物とのふれあい、大きな蝶々がとてもかわいかったです。

I was glad to be taken to the places I wanted to go.
For lunch, I would have preferred local specialties from Ishigaki Island instead of hamburgers.
I recommend the natural juice from Papa-ya and the mineral-rich salt in front of the parking lot at the Yonabaru Tropical Rainforest.
The view from Tamatorizaki Observatory is a spectacular spot where you can see the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean. It would have been even better if the weather had been nice.
The guide's folk songs were also great.

行きたい所へ連れてって貰えたので良かったです。
昼食はハンバーグではなく、石垣島特産物が出ると良かったです。
米原熱帯雨林の駐車場前のぱぱ屋天然ジュースとミネラルが多いお塩はオススメします。
玉取崎展望台からの眺望は東シナ海と太平洋が望める絶景スポット。天気が良ければもっと良かった。
ガイドさんの民謡も良かったです。

Great cost performance.
The guide did a great job.

I participated for a friend visiting Okinawa for the first time.
It was a fun and productive tour for the day.
I highly recommend it!

コスパ最高
ガイドさんグッジョブ

沖縄初めての友人の為参加しました
一日楽しく有効なツアーでした。
ぜひぜひお勧めします。

I wanted to visit a remote island, so I went to Ishigaki Island for the first time. This tour was efficient, and I really appreciated being able to choose what I wanted to do. However, we chose to rent bicycles on Taketomi Island, and it was a shame that we didn't have enough time. After the two-hour bike rental, we planned to walk around the village for about 30 minutes, but we were quickly taken by car to the ferry terminal. Since we had a longer stay on Yufu Island, I wished they could shorten that time a bit and increase our time on Taketomi Island instead.

離島に行きたくて、初めての石垣島に行きました。このツアーは無駄がないし、やりたい事を選べるのがとても良かったです。ただ１つだけ私達は竹富島でレンタサイクルを選んだのですが、時間が足りなかったのが残念でした。２時間のレンタサイクルが終わったら、歩いて集落を30分程回ろうと考えていたのですが、すぐに車でフェリー乗り場まで送られました。それなら由布島滞在時間が長かったので、時間をもう少し短くして、その分を竹富島の時間を増やして欲しいと思いました。

I participated with my 83-year-old mother. We hesitated to join because she walks slowly, but since she wanted to visit the Sefa Utaki and the Gyokusendo Cave, we decided to go. I was worried about causing trouble for the other participants, but the driver, the guide, and the local guides were all very kind and helpful.

We had plenty of time for sightseeing without feeling rushed, and we were able to walk slowly while receiving explanations. It was a tour that even elderly people could participate in. My mother was very happy to have made wonderful memories. I was moved by the beauty of nature. Thank you very much!

８３歳の母を連れての参加。歩くのが遅いので参加を迷いましたが、母が行ってみたい斎場御嶽とガンガラーの谷だったので、参加しました。同行している皆さんにご迷惑かけてしまうのではないかと心配しながらでしたが、運転手さんガイドさん現地案内ガイドさん、皆さん親切で助かりました。
観光時間も慌てることもなく、ゆっくり歩いて説明案内があり、お年寄りでも参加できるツアーでた。母も良い思い出ができたと大変喜んでいました。自然の素晴らしさに感動しました。ありがとうございました!

The guide at the Valley of Gangala provided clear explanations, making it easy to listen with interest. Additionally, the bus guide also offered a thorough tour, touching on place names and historical backgrounds. Personally, I felt that if the viewing time at the Sefa Utaki had been 10 minutes longer, I could have explored it more leisurely. I think it would be even better if this were included in the guided tour as well.

ガンガラーの谷のガイドさんの説明がわかりやすく、興味を持って聞くことができました。
また、バスガイドさんも地名など、歴史的背景などにも触れながら丁寧にガイドしてくださいました。
個人的には斎場御獄について、見学時間があと10分長いとゆっくり見学できたと感じました。こちらも、ガイドツアーになるとより良いと思いました。

I was unable to take this bus from New Year's Day. Despite having made a reservation through this system and receiving a confirmation voucher from the bus company, the bus did not arrive even though I was waiting at the designated boarding location before the specified departure time. When I called the company, I couldn't get through, and after a while, I received a call saying they would check on it. In the end, I had to take a taxi along the same route as the bus (of course, at the bus company's expense). If you plan to join a tour with this company, please be cautious.

元旦からこのバスに乗れませんでした。
このシステムで予約して、バス会社から確認のバウチャーが来ていたにも関わらず、指定の出発時間の前から、指定の乗車場所で待っていたにも関わらず、バスは来ませんでした。
会社に電話をしても繋がらず、しばらくしてから確認をしますとの電話が来ました。
結局はバスのコースと同じところをタクシーで回る事になりました。（もちろんバス会社の負担で）
この会社のツアーに参加予定の方は注意して下さい。

I participated in a tour on December 31. In many tours I've been on, there is usually one guide who leads from start to finish, but in this tour, it felt like the guests were moving around as if being passed along to different guides for each segment, such as gathering, moving, and participating. The coordination was quite good, and there were few issues. However, that doesn't mean there were no problems at all. While the location of the dining venue was indicated, there were times when I didn't know where to go inside. Additionally, depending on the guide, there were moments when I felt a lack of enthusiasm. Overall, there were few difficulties, and I enjoyed myself, but I believe it can't compare to a tour where one guide is responsible for entertaining the participants from start to finish.

12月31日にツアー参加しました。
今までの多くのツアーでは一人の添乗員が最初から最後まで案内することが多かったのですが、このツアーではツアーの各部、集合、移動、参加など各部の担当添乗員にリレーするかのように客が動いていく感じでした。なかなかの連携で困ることは少なかったです。ですが、困らない事が無かったかというとそういうわけではありませんでした。食事会場の場所は案内されるものの、中のどこに行けばいいかわからないとかありました。また、担当添乗員次第ではやる気がないと感じる場面もありました。
全体的には困ることも少なく、楽しめましたが、一人の添乗員が最初から最後まで参加者を責任持って楽しませるツアーには勝てないと思いました。

I could see a nice view of the precipitous cliff at Manzamou.

I enjoyed Churaumi Aquarium. I thought it was not enough time to see all of it.

Lastly, I joined a Sanshin Live at the restaurant. It was quite nice.

The tour conductor was working hard. She even played the Sanshin.

I had a good time on this bus tour.

I could see a nice view of precipitous
cliff at Manzamou .

I enjoyed Cyuraumi Aquarium .
I thought it was not enough time to see
all of them .

Lastly I joined Sanshin Live at restaurant . It was quite nice .

Tour conductor was working for all
she`s worth . Even she played
Sanshin .

I had a good time this Bus Tour .

Indeed, winter in Okinawa tends to have cloudy and rainy weather. Currently, rental car prices in Okinawa are soaring, so a bus tour might be a good option for a day. The advantage of a bus tour is that the guide shares insights about Okinawa's culture and history, which is very educational.

やはり冬の沖縄は、曇り雨の天気が続きます。今沖縄ではレンタカー料金が高騰しているので1日程度ならバスツアーでもいいと思います。バスツアーの利点はガイドさんが沖縄の文化や歴史などを語ってくださるので勉強になります。

We gathered at 8:30 and had a tight schedule visiting Ryukyu Village, Manza Beach, Churaumi Aquarium, Kouri Island, and Okashi Goten, but the day flew by in no time. The time spent at each location was a bit short, but given the itinerary, it was unavoidable, and we still managed to enjoy each spot thoroughly. We ended with a course that included steak at this price. Since the entrance fees for both Churaumi Aquarium and Ryukyu Village are included, I think it's a great deal. I appreciated how the guide kept us engaged with interesting stories and made efforts to ensure we adhered to the schedule; it must have been challenging.

8:30に集合し、琉球村、万座毛、美ら海、古宇利島、お菓子御殿と、タイトなスケジュールでしたが、あっという間に１日が終わりました。
その場その場での滞在時間は少し短めですが、これだけの行程を楽しもうと思えば仕方ないし、それでも、そこをしっかり楽しめました。
最後ステーキ付きのコースにして、この値段。美ら海も琉球村も入場料込みなので、お得なコースだと思います。
ガイドさんは、飽きさせないように話したり、また、時間厳守を伝えるために工夫したり、大変だと思いました。

This was my third time diving in Ishigaki Island. On the last day, I had been on island tours to Taketomi Island and Iriomote Island, but I was hoping to find a land tour that would drop me off at the airport. I was lucky to come across this option.

The meeting time at the bus terminal was just right, not too early, and I was really grateful that I could store my heavy luggage in the bus's storage space.

Above all, the guide was amazing! Thanks to the bus guide, I had a wonderful time filled with smiles on my last day in Ishigaki Island. I was able to learn about the highlights and the history of various places.

I viewed Momorin Temple from the bus window, so I prepared in advance by renting a bicycle to visit. This temple is accessible by bike from the city center.

ダイビングで3回目の石垣島、最終日これまで竹富島や西表島への離島ツアーでしたが、陸のツアーで最後空港で降ろしてもらえないかなぁ、そんな都合のいいことないかなと探していたら、願ったり叶ったりのこちらへたどり着きました。
バスターミナルの集合も早過ぎることなくちょうどいい、重たい荷物はバスの預けスペースに入れてもらえるので、とっても助かりました。
何よりガイドさんが、素晴らしい！！
バスガイドさんのおかげで、石垣島のラスト笑顔の絶えない楽しい時間になりました。
見どころをおさえた、また各地の歴史についても、
お話を聞けました。
桃林寺は車窓からなので、事前にレンタサイクルで予習して行きました。このお寺は市街地から自転車で行ける場所です。

On the morning course, you can also get off at the airport on the way back, so those returning on an afternoon (evening) flight should be able to participate on the final day. It would be nice to have the tickets for Sefa Utaki prepared in advance, as they can be added to the participation fee. I've visited Sefa Utaki multiple times and have listened to detailed explanations from the guide, so I didn't have any issues, but I think it's better for first-time visitors to choose a guided tour. Okinawa World’s Gyokusendo Cave was beautiful and impressive. The Eisa show was also great. Gyokusendo Cave can get crowded depending on the timing, so if you don't keep track of the schedule, you might not make it to the meeting time.

午前中のコースで、帰りは空港下車もできるので、午後（夕方）便で帰る方は最終日参加も出来そうです。
斎場御嶽のチケットは参加料に加えても良いから、先に用意して欲しいですね。
私は何回も斎場御嶽に訪れていて、ガイドさんの詳しい解説を聞いているから、特に問題は無かったけど、初めて行く方はガイド付きを選ぶ方が良いと思います。
おきなわワールドの玉泉洞は美しくて感動しました。エイサーショーも良かったです。玉泉洞はタイミングで混み合うので、スケジュール感を持って見学しないと、集合時間に間に合わないかもです。

A packed day! It was a hard schedule, but we were able to efficiently visit famous tourist spots. Each island had a representative who responded promptly, making it a stress-free day.

1日盛りだくさん！ハードスケジュールでしたが、効率よく有名な観光地を回れました。
各島では担当の方がそれぞれテキパキと対応してくれて、ストレスなしの1日でした。

I had to give up my trip to Ishigaki Island once due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but I challenged myself to try again. I was able to enjoy a leisurely family trip exploring the islands and immersing ourselves in nature. I was surprised at how calm the water buffalo were.

コロナが流行り、一度断念した石垣島旅行
再度チャレンジしました。
離島巡り、家族でのんびり自然を満喫することが
できました。
水牛がとてもおとなしくびっくりしました。

It was great to be able to explore efficiently. I was able to learn about the unique qualities of each island. Additionally, the guides were all very kind. I would recommend this to anyone traveling to Ishigaki Island.

効率的に回れてとても良かったです。それぞれの島の良さを知ることが出来ました。それにガイドさんがみんな親切でした。石垣島に旅する人に薦めたいと思いました。

I took a bus from the hotel where I was staying and got off in front of the hotel on the way back. It was very convenient. The tour included admission tickets to the Churaumi Aquarium and a light snack sandwich, making it a great deal. At Pineapple Park, perhaps because I was relaxing too much, the shopping time was reduced, so I recommend that those who enjoy shopping hurry a bit with their sightseeing in the park.

宿泊しているホテルからバスに乗り、復路もホテル前で降車。
とても楽でした。
美ら海水族館の入場券もつき、軽食のサンドイッチもついてお得感があるツアーでした。
パイナップルパークではのんびりしたせいか？ショッピングタイムが少なくなってしまいましたので買い物好きな方は園内の見学を少しお急ぎになる事をおすすめします。

I didn't rent a car, so I was able to go to the places I wanted by joining a bus tour. It was great to hear various stories about Okinawa from the guide.

レンタカーを借りていないのでバスツアーに参加して行きたい場所に行けました。
ガイドさんの沖縄の色々な話を聞けて良かったです。

Due to the Christmas season, the optional tours available at the hotel were already fully booked. I searched and arranged through their website! The tour was a digest version covering two islands, including mangroves, water buffalo, and a local gourmet lunch, and it was very satisfying. It was designed so that even small children and those who are not confident in their physical strength could easily participate, and I had a great time. Thank you!

クリスマスの時期と重なり、ホテルで予約できるオプションツアーはすでにいっぱいでした。
こちらのweb予約で検索し対応して頂きました！
ホテル送迎付きの２島をめぐるダイジェスト版で、マングローブと水牛、島グルメランチとおおよそ網羅されており満足の内容でした。
小さなお子様や体力に自信のない方でも気軽に参加できる内容で、楽しむことが出来ました。
ありがとうございました！

I was able to visit Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island! On Taketomi Island, I had planned to take a glass-bottom boat, but it was canceled due to the weather, so I enjoyed sightseeing with water buffalo on both Yufu Island and Taketomi Island. However, on Yufu Island, we toured on the water, while on Taketomi Island, we toured on land with the water buffalo, so I had a great time sightseeing with water buffalo on both islands!

西表島、由布島、竹富島へ行くことができました！竹富島ではグラスボート予定ですが、天候の影響でキャンセルとなってしまい、由布島でも竹富島でも水牛での観光でした。しかし、由布島では水の上を、竹富島では陸の上を水牛で観光でしたので、どちらの島も水牛観光でも楽しめました！！