All Reviews for Okinawa Sightseeing Tours

It was a trip to Ishigaki Island and the surrounding islands after eight years. Last time, it rained almost every day during my stay. This time, I was greeted with the expected cobalt blue sea, white sandy beaches, and white clouds in the blue sky. The sightseeing boat that navigated through the mangrove forest of Nakama River was refreshing. The hotel shuttle, the experience with the water buffalo cart timed with the ferry service connecting the islands, and the lunch arrangements all went smoothly without any waiting on the return journey. This level of efficiency is truly remarkable and unique to Japan. I thoroughly enjoyed the pleasant time in the south.

８年振りの石垣島や周辺離島への旅でした。前回は滞在中のほぼ全日に亘っての
降雨続き。今回は期待通りのコバルトブルーの海と白い砂浜や青空の中の白い雲。
仲間川マングローブ林を進む遊覧ボートは涼風爽やかでした。ホテルへの送迎，島々を結ぶフェリー船の運航に合わせるかの水牛車体験や昼食手配，帰路も待つことなく
スムーズに運航されて行くのは日本ならではの見事さでした。無駄時間皆無。
南の心地良い時間を堪能させていただきました。

Before departure, they provided a detailed explanation that was easy to understand, and we received colored participant stickers for each course to attach to our chests. These sticker colors indicated the different activities such as the Nakagawa Cruise, bus rides, water buffalo cart rides, and ferry boarding, allowing for smooth transitions without getting lost during the experiences.

However, there was one issue: I had chosen the cycling course on Taketomi Island, but upon arriving at Taketomi Port, there were many bike rental vendors, and I was confused about which shuttle bus to take.

Overall, the day went smoothly, and I had a fun experience. I believe this is a highly recommended tour that provides satisfaction.

出発前に詳細な説明を分かりやすくして頂き、コース毎に色が違う参加シールを胸等に貼ります。このコース毎のシールカラーにより、仲間川クルーズ、バス乗車、水牛車乗車、フェリー乗船、の案内があるのでスムーズに迷うことなく移動・体験ができました。
ただ一つ困った事は、竹富島ではサイクリングコースを選択していたのですが、竹富港都到着してサイクリング貸出業者が多く、どの送迎車に乗ればいいのか迷ってしまいました。
全体的には一日スムーズに事が運び楽しく体験ができ、満足できるおすすめツアーだと思います。

The sedan was honestly an old model, but the driver was a very kind and experienced person. I had many places I wanted to visit, but he organized the schedule properly so that we could visit everything within the time limit. Thanks to that, we were able to see everything without wasting any time, which I really appreciated.

セダンは正直古いタイプでしたが、ドライバーさんは熟年のとても親切な方で、見学場所を沢山希望していたのですが、時間内に回れるようにきちんと、スケジュールを組んで回ってくれました。
そのおかげで、無駄なく全ての見学が出来て、有り難かったです。

The staff's response was really great; they talked to us during the transfer and escorted us on and off the boat. We even got to see a few sea turtles. They asked us about our preferences for photos and videos, and the results were absolutely wonderful! The quality of the drone footage was quite beautiful, allowing us to capture unique photos.

The duration, including the transfer, was about an hour, which was just right. We were offered drinks on the way back.

I think the weather depends on luck that day, but the scenery is undoubtedly worth it! I would definitely recommend this to others when visiting Miyako Island.

スタッフの方の対応も凄く良くて、移動中話し掛けてくれたり、船の乗り降りもエスコート頂き、海亀も少し見れました。
写真・動画も希望を聞いて頂き、とても素敵な仕上がりでした！ドローンの画質も結構綺麗で他にない写真を残せます。

時間も移動込みで約1時間なので丁度良かったです。帰りにドリンクを頂きました。

天気はその日の運かと思いますが、
景色は言うまでもなく、行く価値ありです！
宮古島に来た際は他の方にもオススメしたいです。

Even without a car, you can visit the highlights of Ishigaki and make a complete loop. Also, being dropped off at Ishigaki Airport made it very efficient in terms of time.

車か無くても石垣の見どころを見学し1周できます
又、石垣空港で下ろして頂けるので時間の効率が良かったです

The weather was nice. The forecast said the waves were 1.5 meters. The ferry from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island had quite a bit of vertical rocking. The window seats were popular, and by the time I boarded the ferry, all the window seats were taken, leaving only the middle seats available. I didn't wear a life jacket, as the middle seemed less likely to sway. For the mangrove cruise on the Nakama River, it seems better to sit on the right side facing the direction of travel. This cruise was very satisfying. The bus from the mangroves to Yubu Island was also enjoyable, as the driver shared some funny stories. Once we arrived at Yubu Island, we were assigned to water buffalo carts, and I think the satisfaction level would be quite different depending on whether you sit on the buffalo side or the opposite side. It was nice to have just under an hour for free time on Yubu Island to relax. I took a photo with Rui-kun (the water buffalo), had lunch, and while I was taking pictures of hibiscus flowers, time ran out, and I couldn't explore the whole area. It was April, but it was hot. There are windbreak forests on the outer side of the island, so it was almost windless inside the island. Summer might be tough. From Yubu Island to Iriomote Island, we took the water buffalo cart again, then a bus to the ferry terminal, and from there, the ferry to Taketomi Island. I chose the water buffalo plan on Taketomi Island, but honestly, renting a bicycle would have been fine. Riding the water buffalo twice on Yubu Island and then again on Taketomi Island (by the way, you can't just hop on immediately; there's a pointless waiting time at the water buffalo cart company) left me with awkwardly leftover time where I couldn't do anything. Also, walking from the center of the island to the ferry terminal takes about 25 minutes, so it's better to take the bus from the water buffalo cart company to the ferry terminal, but it runs about every 30 minutes and doesn't connect with the ferry schedule, resulting in unnecessary waiting time at the ferry terminal. My satisfaction level for Taketomi Island was low, so I think a plan without Taketomi Island or a bicycle rental plan would be better. The timing for the water buffalo cart bus on Taketomi Island was really off.

Even though this is a tour, it feels fragmented with different operators, so the connections are not great.

It requires physical stamina. I thought it wouldn't be too tiring since there was a lot of moving around and not much walking, but I ended up feeling quite tired. The clientele was mostly middle-aged women, and they were quite loud. Especially on Taketomi Island, there were people who looked like punks smoking tattoos nearby, and since they were people I wouldn't normally interact with, it made me feel uncomfortable. Is there no designated smoking area on Taketomi Island?

天気は良い日でした。波は1.5mと天気予報で言っていました。石垣島→西表島のフェリーは結構縦揺れしました。窓側が人気でフェリーに乗船した時点で窓側は満席で真ん中の椅子しか空いていませんでした。救命胴衣は着用しませんでした。真ん中の方が揺れなさそうでした。仲間川のマングローブクルーズは進行方向右側に座る方が良さそうです。このクルーズは大満足でした。マングローブから由布島に向かうバスもちょこちょこ運転手さんが面白い話をしてくれるので楽しかったです。由布島に着いたら水牛車に振り分けられるのですが牛側と牛の逆側だと満足度がだいぶ違うと思います。由布島の自由行動はあと1時間弱あればゆっくりできてよかったです。ルイくん(水牛)と写真撮ってお昼ごはん食べて、ハイビスカスの写真を撮っていたら時間が来てしまって全体を回れませんでした。あと4月でしたが暑い。島の外側に防風林があるので島内はほぼ無風。夏はきついんじゃないかな。由布島→西表島はまた水牛車、その後バスでフェリー乗り場まで、フェリーで竹富島へ。竹富島では水牛プランを選びましたが、ぶっちゃけレンタサイクルで良いです。由布島で2回水牛に乗るのと、竹富島で水牛に乗っている(ちなみにすぐに乗れる訳ではなくて無意味に水牛車の会社で待ち時間があります)と残る時間が中途半端で何もできませんでした。また島の中心部からフェリー乗り場まで歩くと25分ほどかかるので水牛車の会社からフェリー乗り場まで出ているバスに乗った方が良いですが、約30分間隔ですし、フェリーの時間に接続していないのでフェリー乗り場で無駄に待ち時間があります。竹富島の満足度は低かったので、竹富島なしのプランor竹富島レンタサイクルプランがいいと思います。竹富島の水牛車のバスは本当に時間が微妙でした。
これ、ツアーといっても細切れで事業者が変わっていくだけなので、接続は微妙です。

体力が必要です。移動が多く歩かないのでそんなにしんどくないかなと思っていましたが普通に疲れました。客層は中年女性が多く、うるさかったです。とくに竹富島ではタトューでタバコ吸ってるヤンキーみたいな人が近くにいて普段関わらない人たちだったので、嫌な気分になりました。竹富島では喫煙エリアとか無いのでしょうか？

This time, I decided to explore the area below the airport on a bus tour. I remember the last time I was taken care of with a plan that was packed into a short amount of time.

今回は空港より下側を、バスツアーで、巡る事にしました。前回も、お世話になり短時間で、ギュッと詰め込んだプランだったように思います。

I enjoyed the service in every situation, as it was pleasant and the explanations were thorough, allowing me to have a worry-free experience. I felt the prices were reasonable considering the quality and effort involved.

どの場面でも気持ちいい接客で説明も丁寧で不安なく楽しめました
料金も内容と手間や不安を考えても安いと感じました

I wanted my parents, who traveled from afar to attend my wedding, to enjoy some sightseeing as a gift, so I booked a taxi tour. However, the driver's voice was too quiet, and I couldn't understand what he was saying. I had imagined a lively atmosphere in the car with the driver sharing various stories about Miyako Island, but it was completely quiet, and the car was silent throughout the ride. My parents didn't have much fun, and it felt like we ended up with a disappointing driver. Unfortunately, the taxi tour, which was meant to be a gift, left a bad impression in the end.

私の結婚式に参加するため遠くから来てくれた両親に観光を楽しんでもらいたいと思いプレゼントの意味も込めタクシー観光を申し込みましたが、運転手さんの声が小さく、何を言っているのかわかりませんでした。
運転手さんが宮古島のことをいろいろと教えてくださり、終始話で盛り上がる車内を想像していましたが、まったく盛り上がらず、車内は静まり返っていました。
両親もあまり楽しめず、ハズレの運転手さんに当たってしまった感があり、プレゼントのタクシー観光が最後の最後に嫌な思いが残るものとなってしまいました。

Since we were the only participants, we were able to depart earlier than planned. Even though we arrived about 20 minutes ahead of the scheduled meeting time, they didn't show any displeasure and promptly set off. During our stay at Uni Beach, we had a lot of drone photography done, which created wonderful memories. The staff were friendly and accommodating, even showing us sea turtles with the drone, allowing us to further appreciate the charm of Miyako Island.

I thought that since we left early, we would return earlier as well, but we were able to stay until the sunset disappeared, which made for a very satisfying experience. When we returned to the port, there was a bucket of water prepared for us to clean our sandy feet, and we received the photo data right away. Although the day was somewhat cloudy and we didn't get to see a perfect sunset, the staff provided a pleasant experience until the very end, and we had a truly wonderful time.

参加者は私たちだけということもあり、予定よりも早く出発することとなりましたが、約束よりも２０分ほど早く集合場所に着いてしまっても嫌な顔せずすぐに出発してくださいました。
ユニの浜に滞在時はドローン撮影をたくさんしていただき、とても素敵な思い出ができましたし、こちらの質問に対してスタッフの方は気さくに対応してくださり、ドローンでウミガメを見せてくださるなど、宮古島の魅力をさらに感じることができました。
早く出発した分、帰りの時間も早まると思っていたら、夕日が見えなくなるまで滞在でき、とても満足できる時間を過ごすことができました。
また、帰ってきたら港にはバケツに水が用意されており、砂で汚れた足をきれいにして帰ることができ、撮影データもすぐにいただけるなど、当日は曇りがちであったため満足のいく夕日とはなりませんでしたが、最後の最後まで気持ちの良い対応をしていただき、とても素敵な時間を過ごすことができました。

This is a tour where you can enjoy the old town while being rocked in a water buffalo cart. Everyone's arrangements were good, and we were able to sightsee smoothly. It was fun.

水牛車に揺られ、昔の街並みを観光するツアーです。皆さんの段取りも良くスムーズに観光できました。楽しかったです。

This time, I chose to visit three islands: Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island, where I had some free time. On Iriomote Island, I enjoyed a mangrove tour and rode a water buffalo. For lunch on Yufu Island, I had Orion beer and a delicious buffet. The highlight of this trip was the free exploration of Taketomi Island. I rented a bicycle and leisurely explored from Nishi Sanbashi to the star sand beach at Kaiji Beach, enjoying the charming streets with red-tiled roofs. It was absolutely wonderful!

今回は3島巡りで、自由時間がある西表島、由布島、竹富島巡りをチョイス。
西表島でマングローブ遊覧をし、水牛に乗り由布島での昼食は、オリオンビールと美味しいバイキング。
そして今回のメイン竹富島の自由散策。自転車をレンタルし西桟橋から星砂のカイジ浜、赤瓦が良い雰囲気の街並みをゆっくり散策できて最高に良かったです。

I used a wheelchair, and the staff were very kind, helping me up and down the slopes at the Churaumi Aquarium. I would definitely like to use their services again. Thank you very much!

車椅子で利用させていただきましたが美ら海水族館の坂を行き帰り押していただいたりとても親切な方でまた利用したいなと思いました。本当にありがとうございました。

There were five participants, including myself, on the day of the tour, and the tour guide provided very attentive service. Regarding Asmui, we only had 80 minutes for sightseeing, so we couldn't visit the Stone Museum. On the way back, there was a bit of traffic near Kyoda, but we safely returned to Omoromachi Station in Naha City around 5:30 PM. If you want to spend a full day sightseeing in the main island, I highly recommend this tour.

当日参加者は自分含めて5名でしたが、添乗員さんにすごく丁寧にサービスいただきました。アスムイに関しては80分の観光時間しかなかったため、石の博物館には行けませんでした。復路には許田のところに少し渋滞してましたけど、無事に17時半くらいに那覇市内のおもろまち駅に戻れました。本島観光の際に丸1日間潰したいなら、こちらのツアーが非常におすすめです。

Crossing to Yubu Island, the water buffalo carts keep passing us by... So that was the message from the buffalo! They're so clever, showing what they want to say with their bodies... Sota-kun, that's right... It's tough every day, isn't it? I really enjoyed your body language. I want to ride again.

由布島への海渡り、どんどん抜かされる水牛車…あれが牛君のメッセージだったとは！
賢いんだ、言いたいこと、体で示そうよって、やってたんだ…ソータくん、そうだよね…毎日毎日、たいへんだよね…楽しかったよ、君のボディランゲージ。
また乗りたいと思うわたしでした。

I enjoyed the great outdoors by strolling along the sandy beach with a clear view of Ie Island after passing through the Fukugi tree-lined path in Bise. At the Tropical Dream Center, I was able to experience not only the orchid flowers but also the Okinawan butterfly, baobab trees, jade vine, and various tropical fruit trees, making it a valuable experience and time shared.

備瀬のフクギ並木を抜けて、伊江島を望む透明な海の砂浜を散策して大自然を満喫しました。熱帯ドリームセンターではランの花はもちろん、オオゴマダラ・バオバブの木・ヒスイカズラ、熱帯の果樹の数々にふれることができて、貴重な体験・時間を共有することが出来ました。

I was able to visit Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island in one day. On Taketomi Island, I rented a bicycle and rode to a beach with star sand, where I got so caught up in searching for star sand that I lost track of time and suddenly it was time to return to the boat. Next time, I would like to take it a bit more leisurely.

西表島、由布島、竹富島を1日でまわれました。
竹富島ではレンタサイクルで星砂のあるビーチまで行き夢中になって星砂探しをしていてあっという間に帰りの船の時間になってしまいました。
次回はもう少しのんびりと行ってみたいです。

The lunch included is rich in content for the price. The guide's explanations were also easy to understand. This is my third time in Ishigaki Island, but since I had been moving around by rental car before, listening to the guide's stories while touring offered a different charm.

The sanshin performance during the bus ride was challenging, but both the performance and the songs in the local dialect were very well done, and above all, the voice was beautiful 🎤👧🏼.

The glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay is an additional fee for those who wish to go, but it's cheaper than the general price with the bus tour discount. Last time I visited, I couldn't see any sea turtles, but this time I was thrilled to see many of them ✨.

値段の割に昼食付きで内容も豊富。ガイドさんの説明も分かりやすくかったです。
石垣島は3回目ですが、今まではレンタカーで移動してたので、ガイドさんの話を聞いて巡るのは違った魅力を感じました。
バスの揺れの中での三線演奏、大変そうですが、演奏も方言での歌もとても上手で、何より声が美しかった🎤👧🏼
川平湾のグラスボートは希望者のみ別料金ですが、バス観光割で一般料金より安いです。
前回行った時は海がめは見れなかったのですが、今回はたくさん見れて感激しました✨

I went on my first trip to Okinawa and was worried about driving, so I used a charter taxi for two days. The driver was very friendly and a great person! I would like to use this taxi service again when I come back for another trip!

初めての沖縄旅行、運転が心配で、貸し切りタクシーを2日間利用しました。運転手さんがとても気さくで良い方でした！また旅行に来る時はこちらのタクシーを頼みたいです！

This tour allows for efficient sightseeing of the three Yaeyama Islands and is very satisfying in terms of content. The mangrove tour on Iriomote Island, the water buffalo experience and sightseeing on Yufu Island, and cycling on Taketomi Island were all very enjoyable. The lunch on Yufu Island was delicious and had a local flavor. The only downside I noticed was that the bicycle used for cycling needed maintenance (the tires were low on air).

八重山3島を効率よく観光出来、満足の育や内容のツアーです。
西表島のマングローブ観光、由布島の水牛と由布島の観光、竹富島のサイクリング何処も満足の行く内容でした。
由布島の昼食も郷土色が感じられ美味しかったです。
あえて一つ残念なのは、サイクリングで利用した自転車のメンテナンス(タイヤの空気不足)が必要かと感じました。

Everything I experienced on the tour was truly wonderful!

The process from signing up for the tour to the end of participation was very meticulous, and I could feel the passion, enthusiasm, and thoughtfulness of each staff member. It became the most memorable tour I've ever participated in.

Also, since lunch was included in the tour, I had no expectations for the meal on Yufu Island, but it turned out to be a delightful menu that beautifully showcased the best of Okinawa's flavors, and it was very delicious! My picky 10-year-old daughter was also very happy.

The only downside was that I remember reading somewhere that there would be an English guide available, but in reality, everything was conducted in Japanese. I felt a bit sorry for my foreign husband who was expecting that. It might have been my misunderstanding, so I’m not too concerned about this point.

ツアーで体験したことの全てが本当に素晴らしかったです！

ツアー申し込みから参加終了までの過程が大変丁寧で、スタッフのお一人お一人の方々の情熱と熱意、お気遣いを感じられる、これまでで一番思い出に残るツアー参加になりました。

また、ツアーに組み込まれたランチということで、由布島での食事には全く期待していなかったのですが、これがなんと、沖縄のいいとこ取りの優しいお味のメニューがバランス良く提供されていて、とても美味しかったです！偏食の10歳の娘も大変喜んでおりました。

一つだけ残念だったのは、確か事前に英語でのガイドもあるという内容を読んだ記憶があるのですが、実際は全て日本語での案内だったので、期待していた外国人の夫には少しかわいそうなことをしました。私の勘違いかもしれませんので、この点はあまり気にしてはおりません。

The tour was highly satisfying as it allowed us to efficiently visit Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island in one day. The transportation and schedule were smooth, making it more enjoyable and reassuring than if we had arranged everything ourselves.

The water buffalo cart ride on Yufu Island had a great atmosphere, and we were able to spend a leisurely time there. On Taketomi Island, we also had free time to explore the streets and fully experience the island's vibe. I think it's a tour that's easy for first-time visitors to join and enjoy the main attractions without feeling rushed.

Since we could visit multiple islands in one day, I recommend this tour for those who want to make the most of their limited stay and have a fulfilling sightseeing experience.

We had a flight departing at 7 PM that day. After finishing the tour and returning to the Ishigaki Island ferry terminal, we had about an hour to casually stroll around Euglena Mall.

西表島・由布島・竹富島を1日で効率よく回ることができ、とても満足度の高いツアーでした。
移動やスケジュールもスムーズで、自分たちで手配するより安心して楽しめたのがよかったです。

由布島の水牛車は雰囲気があり、のんびりした時間を過ごせましたし、竹富島では自由時間もあり、街並みを散策しながら島の空気をしっかり味わえました。
初めて訪れる方でも参加しやすく、主要な見どころを無理なく楽しめる内容だと思います。

1日で複数の島を巡れるので、限られた滞在時間の中で充実した観光をしたい方におすすめです。

私たちは当日19時発の飛行機でした。
1日終えて石垣島離島ターミナルに帰ってきてから、1時間くらいはユーグレナモールをフラフラするくらいに余裕はありました。

I used a sightseeing taxi for the first time, and I'm really glad I did! They took me to all the places I wanted to go and helped me do everything I wanted, making for a fulfilling day. I also requested a female driver, and they were very accommodating, which I really appreciated. The driver who assisted me was a wonderful person. I definitely want to use this service again.

初めて観光タクシーを利用したのですが、お願いをして本当に良かったです！！
行きたい場所全てに連れて行ってくださり、やりたいことを全てやることができ、充実した1日になりました。
また女性ドライバーさんをお願いしたいとの要望にも応えてくださり、大変ありがたかったです。担当してくださったドライバーさんが、とても素敵な方でした。ぜひまた利用したいです。

I came to Okinawa last March, but the weather was so bad that I couldn't fully enjoy it, so I came back for a revenge trip. The itinerary was packed, but the taxi driver was really accommodating, and we were able to go to almost all the places I wanted to visit.

Although it wasn't perfect due to the tight schedule and lack of time, I was almost satisfied with the day. Thank you for your help!

去年3月に沖縄に来たのに　天候が悪すぎて満喫出来なかったので　リベンジで来ました　みっちりの行程でしたがタクシーの運転手さんが　凄く合わせてくれて　希望のところに　ほぼ行けました
行程を詰めすぎたとこと　時間が足りなかった理由で　完璧まで少し満たなかったのですが…😓ほぼ満足の1日でした。
お世話なりました〜

I had a great time experiencing the culture of the mangroves and Kohama Island! Sou-ta the water buffalo! He carried me all the way to the end, even though he took a few breaks! I think I could go back countless times without getting bored!

マングローブや小浜島の文化に触れて
とても楽しかった！
水牛のソウタ君！何度かサボりながらも最後まで運んでくれました！
何度行っても飽きないと思う！

On the day of our return, we initially had a rental car reserved, but we found out that the meeting point for the regular sightseeing bus was near the hotel we were staying at, and that we could get off at the airport along the way, so we canceled the rental car. We were able to visit places we couldn't go to during the trip, like Kabira Bay and Tamatorizaki Observatory, through the bus tour, which allowed us to efficiently explore on the last day, and it was a lot of fun.

　帰る日に当初はレンタカーを予約しておりましたが、宿泊予定していたホテル近くが定期観光バスの集合場所で、空港で途中下車できる事がわかり、レンタカーはキャンセルしました。
　旅行中に行けなかった川平湾や玉取崎展望台にもバスツアーで行け、最終日に効率よく廻れ、楽しかったです。

You ride a water buffalo cart for about 30 minutes while taking in the town's scenery, and the sight of the red-tiled houses and bougainvillea blooming against the stone walls gives you a strong tropical vibe! The buffalo driver explains the town and even sings, which is entertaining. It's a great way to experience the best of each island, making it an excellent value for beginners. Personally, I felt that I would have liked a bit more time on Taketomi Island.

30分くらい水牛車に乗って街並みを観て周るのですが、赤瓦の家並み、石塀にブーゲンビリアが咲き乱れていて南国感半端ないです！牛使いさんが街の説明をしてくれたり、歌ってくれて面白い。各島のいいとこどりなので、初心者にはコスパ最強かと。個人的には竹富島でもう少し時間があればなぁと感じたかな。

The driver was a local and very kind, and he was flexible in responding to our requests regarding the destination, which was helpful.

However, there were a few points that differed from our expectations.

1. The vehicle was a van type instead of a sedan. While a van isn't a problem in itself, we chose this plan because my wife tends to get car sick, so we intended to upgrade the vehicle. However, the vehicle we had on the day seemed to have issues; it was very uncomfortable to ride in, and my wife ended up feeling car sick. I don't think this was due to the driver's driving skills. The shifting seemed to be constantly in 2nd or 3rd gear, leading to a very tiring ride for both of us.

2. At each sightseeing spot, there was hardly any commentary or explanation from the driver.

3. It might be due to the 8-hour time constraint, but there was no information or recommendations for particularly hidden gem restaurants or attractions beyond what you would find in a typical guidebook.

ドライバーさんは地元の方でとても親切で、目的地などについてはこちらの要望に柔軟に答えて頂き助かりました。

しかしながら、以下の点についてはイメージや期待していた内容と違っていました。

①車はセダンではなくバンタイプの車両でした。別にバンタイプでも問題はないのですが、
もともとこのプランを選択した理由として、妻が車酔いしやすい方なので車のグレードを上げたつもりでした。しかし、当日の車両は調子が悪かったのか？？、非常に乗り心地が悪く車酔いしていましました。これはドライバーさんの運転技術では決してない思います。
シフトギヤーが、常に２ｎｄか３ｒｄで走行しているような加減速走行で、二人ともとても疲れてしまいました。

②各観光地では、ドライバーさんによる観光案内/説明などはほとんどありませんでした。

③8時間という制約などで仕方がないのかもしれませんが、特に穴場的なレストランや観光地など、一般的なガイドブック以外の情報やリコメンドなどはなかったです。

I had some anxiety about traveling alone, but I was picked up as requested, and the arrangement was perfect. The driver's hospitality, sightseeing guidance, and appropriate distance were wonderful, making it a great memory. Thank you very much!

一人旅の不安もあり事前に相談させていただいたリクエスト通りの配車でお迎えにきていただきました。
ドライバーさんのホスピタリティ、観光案内、適度な距離感が素晴らしく、とてもいい思い出になりました。
ありがとうございました！

The guidance was very clear, allowing us to board without any confusion, and we smoothly got onto the water buffalo cart. Unfortunately, I hadn't made a reservation for a bicycle rental in advance, so I couldn't ride around the island as I wanted, but my whole family was able to have a fulfilling time.

案内も非常に明確で迷うことなく乗船でき、スムーズに水牛車にも乗れました。事前に自転車レンタルの予約をしてなかったので、自転車で島を一周まわりたかったけどできなかったのが残念でしたが、家族一同充実した時間を過ごすことができました。