All Reviews for Bus Tours

This time, my destinations in Okinawa were Kitadaito Island, Minna Island, Iheya Island, and Izena Island. Before heading to Iheya Island, I stayed in Naha and participated in a tour that included the Valley of Gangala, which I had not visited before. In just half a day, we efficiently visited "Sefa Utaki" and "Valley of Gangala." During the bus ride, we could listen to information about the surrounding attractions and our destinations, and there was plenty of time to buy souvenirs. I had a great time even traveling solo.

今回の沖縄旅の目的地は北大東島、南大東島、伊平屋島、伊是名島。
伊平屋島に渡る前に那覇に滞在し、これまで訪問していなかったガンガラーの谷を含むこのツアーに参加。
効率よく半日で「斎場御獄」と「ガンガラーの谷」を訪問でき、移動中のバスの中では、周辺の観光情報や訪問先の案内が聞け、お土産を買う時間も十分あり、一人旅での参加でも十分楽しめました。

The trainee bus guide with a name tag provided good explanations during the tour. However, the way they interacted with the guests was not pleasant. After returning from the sightseeing, there was a child on the bus who was vomiting, and the parent was attending to them, but the guide completely ignored the situation and did not offer any words of comfort. Usually, at the end of the tour, they would collect the trash, but that did not happen. When I handed over a large plastic bottle, I was coldly told to dispose of it at the airport.

The local guide was very friendly, and their explanations were enjoyable and easy to understand.

研修生と名札をつけたバスガイドさんで、案内の説明などはよかったです。
しかし、お客さんへの対応の言葉かけなどが気分よくなかったです。
観光から帰ってきて、バスの中で吐きまくっている子供さんがいて親が対応していましたが、それにたいして全く知らぬ顔、声かけもなかった。
観光終わり、普通はゴミを回収してくれるのに、
それもなく、こちらからペットボトルの大きいものを渡したら、冷たく、空港で捨てるように言われました。

現地でのガイドさんはとても、人当たりのよい、
案内も楽しくわかりやすくよい人でした。

I had a wonderful day with my friend on our trip to Okinawa. We visited popular tourist spots like the beach and the aquarium. The service was excellent.

沖縄の旅で友人と楽しい一日を過ごした。
海や水族館などの人気な観光地を旅行した。
接客はとっても良かったです。

It was a trip with my child, and it had been four years since we were forced to cancel due to COVID-19. I couldn't make a reservation for a rental car, so I planned to spend time at the hotel, but since I wanted to go to the aquarium, we joined a tour. This was my child's sixth time and my tenth time in Okinawa, but the guide's explanations were very easy to understand, and I learned a lot of new things, so it was really enjoyable. At the end, we all sang a song together, which was quite moving. Since there was a set meeting time, it can be quite challenging with kids, but the tour was packed with activities, and even repeat visitors like us had a great time. The price was reasonable, and I highly recommend it!

子供と2人での旅行でしたが、コロナでキャンセルを余儀なくされてから4年ぶりでした。レンタカーの予約が出来なかったので、ホテルで過ごすつもりでしたが、水族館は行きたかったので、ツアーに参加しました。子供は6回目、私は10回目の沖縄でしたが、ガイドさんの説明がとても分かりやすく、初めて知ることも多かったので、とても楽しかったです。最後に、みんなで歌を歌ったのが、うるっときました。集合時間が決まっているので、子連れだとなかなか大変ですが、ギュッと詰まった観光で、リピーターでも楽しめました。値段もお手頃でおすすめできます！

I was worried about going to Okinawa due to the typhoon, but the flight operated safely and I arrived in Okinawa.
The weather was still unstable and I had various concerns, but it didn't rain during my trip except while I was on the bus.
During the journey, the guide taught us various things, such as the pronunciation of place names and personal names in Okinawa, Okinawan folk songs, and the Okinawan language, which was great.
I was anxious about driving a rental car in an area where I didn't understand the traffic conditions, and I wouldn't have gained knowledge about Okinawa otherwise.
If I have the opportunity, I would like to use this service again next time.
Thank you very much.

台風で沖縄に行るか心配していましたが、飛行機が無事に運航され沖縄に来ました。
まだまだ不安定な天気でいろいろと心配しましたが、バス乗車中以外は雨が降ることなく旅ができました。
道中ではガイドさんの沖縄の地名や人名の読み方、沖縄民謡、沖縄の言葉など色々なことを教えていただけたので良かったです。
自分でレンタカーで移動となると交通事情の分からないところを走る不安があったし、沖縄に関する知識も得られることがなかったから。
機会があれば次も利用させていただきたいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

Guide Tamaki was amazing!!! They kindly showed us around, and we made wonderful memories. 50 minutes at Ryukyu Village and 2 hours at Churaumi Aquarium were just right! We had a short stay at Kouri Island and Manzamo, but we enjoyed the beautiful scenery. The tour went smoothly.

ガイドの玉城さんは最高でした！！！優しく案内してくれて、素敵な思い出ができました。琉球村で50分、美ら海水族館で2時間は十分！古宇利島と万座毛は短く滞在したけど、綺麗な景色を拝見しました。ツアーはスムーズに行われました。

As a half-day tour on the day of departure, it's excellent. If it fits your flight schedule, it also serves as airport transportation, making it cost-effective. If it's your first time in Okinawa, I recommend Okinawa World.

帰る日の半日観光としては、秀逸です。フライトに合っていれば、空港送迎も兼ねるから、コスパも良い。初沖縄なら、おきなわワールドがオススメ。

You can quickly see the highlights in a short amount of time, and they can also hold your large luggage, making it perfect for the last day. They will also take you to the airport on your way back.

短い時間でサクッと見どころを観れるし、大きな荷物も預かってもらるので最終日にピッタリです。帰りは空港まで送ってもらえます。

The time allocation at Pineapple Park is long. It would be better if we could increase the time spent on Kouri Island, as it was the best part, and have lunch there.

パイナップルパークの時間配分が長い。一番良かった古宇利島の時間を増やしランチできたらもっと良しかと。

I was glad to be able to efficiently explore Okinawa. It's important to take measures against the heat. The guide was doing a great job. By the time we reached the last stop, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, I was completely exhausted.

効率的に沖縄観光できてよかった。暑さ対策が必要ですね。ガイドさん頑張ってました。最後の御菓子御殿の時は疲れはてました。

It was fun, and the places we visited were great, but the schedule was too packed. I was disappointed that I only had one hour at Pineapple Park, which didn't allow for enough shopping. I hope they can reconsider the time allocation. Also, there was someone who misunderstood the meeting time and didn't come back, so I would like them to distribute a schedule to ensure everyone is well-informed about the meeting time.

楽しかったし、行く場所も良かったのだがスケジュールが過密過ぎる。パイナップルパークが1時間しかないせいで買い物が満足にできなかったのが残念。
なので時間配分を見直して欲しいとは思う。
あとは集合時間を勘違いして帰ってこない人が居たので、時間表を配ったりなどして集合時間の周知徹底をしっかり行って欲しい。

You can go on your own, but the beauty of the tour is that the guide provides detailed explanations about the places you will visit along the way. Based on that knowledge, my visits to the Sefa Utaki and the Gangala Valley turned into a wonderful journey.

At Sefa Utaki, I stepped into the heart of the Ryukyu Kingdom's politics, a place that served as a spiritual home for the king and the people. In the Gangala Valley, each group had a specialized guide who joyfully introduced us to the valley's formation, its flora and fauna, and the remains of ancient human dwellings and burials, allowing us to share a moment in time with the ancient Port of Nakagusuku people.

Although my wife, who was supposed to join me, was unwell and I participated alone, I had a great time.

自分で行くことも出来ますがツアーの良さはガイドさんが道中にこれから行くところを詳しく説明してくれるところだと思います。
その知識をもとに行った斎場御嶽とガンガラーの谷は素晴らしい旅になりました。
斎場御嶽では琉球王国の政治の根幹をなす王と国の民の心の拠り所に足を踏み入れ古代王朝の世界に。
ガンガラーの谷ではグループごとに専門のガイドさんが楽しくこの谷の成り立ちや動植物、古代人の住居跡や埋葬の跡を紹介してくれ太古の港川人と時空を共有出来ました。
同行予定の妻が体調不良でひとりで参加しましたが楽しく過ごせました。

Waking up a bit early was not ideal, but I was impressed with the tour guide's sightseeing information. Since they drop you off at the airport at 1 PM, I think this is a good option for those flying in the afternoon. Thank you very much.

朝少し早いのがいまいちだけど、ガイドさんの観光案内も付いていて感動しました。午後1時に空港で降ろしてくれるので、午後便で帰る人には良い選択肢の一つになると思います。ありがとうございました。

I was able to efficiently sightsee for half a day on the last day.
The World Heritage Site "Sefa Utaki" is a must-visit.
The limestone cave at Okinawa World is very beautiful. My child was moved to see a limestone cave for the first time.

最終日の半日を効率よく観光できました。
世界文化遺産「斎場御獄」がMust visit
おきなわワールドの鍾乳洞がとてもきれい。こどもがはじめて鍾乳洞をみれて感動した。

The guide was very kind. They were also good at singing. They brought a sanshin and taught us how to move our hands while dancing. It was fun.

ガイドはとても優しい。歌も上手。三線も持って来て、踊りの手の振り方も教えてくれました。楽しかったです。

I participated in "Saijō Gushikawa" and "Gangalala Valley" this time. The bus guide and the local guide provided thorough explanations, and the driver was also very kind, making it a very enjoyable tour. I’m truly sorry for causing trouble by forgetting my souvenirs on the bus on the way back. I really appreciate that you returned them to the restaurant where I got off last. Thank you very much. I would like to use Beltora again for my next trip.

今回「斎場御嶽」と「ガンガラーの谷」に参加しました。バスガイドさん現地のガイドさんの丁寧な説明と運転手さんも親切でとても楽しいツアーでした。帰りバスの中に土産物を忘れて迷惑をかけてしまい、本当に申し訳ありませんでした。最後に降りた先のレストラン迄戻って届けて頂き助かりました。ありがとうございました。次回の旅行の時もベルトラさんで行きたいと思います。

I participated in a bus tour by myself for the first time.
As a result, once I got on the bus, I was taken to the destination without getting lost.
At the destination, I had free time to explore at my own pace, and I just needed to return to the bus by the meeting time.
The bus seats were assigned, but they arranged them by group, so I didn't have to sit next to strangers.
Additionally, the bus guide provided information during the journey, making it very enjoyable and it went by in no time.

初めてひとりでバスツァーに参加してみました
結果
バスに乗ってしまえば現地迄迷うことなく連れていって貰え
現地では自由行動なのでマイペースで見学でき集合時間までにバスに戻れば良いだけ
バスの座席も指定席でしたがグループごとにしていただけていました なので私は知らない人と隣どおしになることもなく
またバスガイドさんが現地までの道中案内をしてくださりとても楽しくあっという間でした

I arrived at the meeting place 40 minutes early, but I wasn't sure where to go. It said "in front of the prefectural office arch," but in reality, I had to look for several buses lined up to figure it out. There were many people wandering around. Even five minutes before the meeting time, no one had arrived at the arch, so I finally went towards the buses and understood where to go.

There is a problem with the meeting location. It would be better to either come to the arch or look for your tour bus. The arch is where school trip students gather.

The tour itself was very good. Next time, I would like to try a full-day tour. I will be going to Okinawa again this year.

待合せ場所に40分まで行きましたが。良くわからない。
県庁前のアーチのと書いてありましたが、
実際は縦列しているバスの幾つかを探さないとわからない。
ウロウロしている方々が沢山いた
５分前になってもアーチの所には誰も来ないので
バスの方へ行ってやっとわかった。

集合場所に問題がある。アーチへ来るか、自分のツアーのバスを探して下さい。とどちらかにした方がいい。
アーチは修学旅行生が集合する。

ツアー事態はとても良いです。
次回は１日ツアーを行ってみたいです。
今年又、沖縄行きます。

I considered the time allocation for the children's restroom and walking pace, and I was always carrying them or moving at a brisk pace (laughs).

At Manzamo, there was a children's restroom, and my child was delighted♪ The sata andagi on the second floor was also delicious.

At Churaumi, we focused mainly on the dolphin show and the sea turtles, and decided to move quickly through the other areas!

The sandwich service was included, and the guide's humor-filled talk, along with singing folk songs and touching on history, made everything very satisfying!

On the way back, my child fell asleep, but when we got off, they helped carry our luggage and were very considerate^^ It became a memorable trip♪ I think it was an incredible deal.

時間配分は子どものトイレ、歩行ペースを考え、
常に抱えて歩いたり、かけ足気味でした(笑)


万座毛には【こどもトイレ】があり我が子は
喜んでいました♪2階のサーターアンダギーも
美味しかったです。

美ら海ではイルカショーとウミガメの辺りをメインに
他はサクサク進むと決めて周りました！

サンドイッチのサービスも着いていて
ガイドさんのユーモアあふれるトークも
民謡も唄って下さったり歴史にも触れられ
全て大満足です！

帰りは子どもが寝てしまいましたが降車時
荷物運んで頂いたり、気にかけて下さりました^^
思い出に残る旅となりました♪
とても破格だと思います

It was a short morning bus tour, but I really appreciated the guide's thoughtful care and the detailed explanations about Okinawa during the ride. Thank you very much.

短い午前中のバスツアーでしたが、ガイドさんの細やかな気遣いや車中では沖縄に関しての詳しい説明がとてもありがたく思いました。
ありがとうございました。

This tour was very fulfilling for the price and duration. The choice of sightseeing spots was satisfying, and I was able to enjoy it even as a solo traveler. Thank you very much.

今回のツアーは値段と時間の割にとても充実したツアーでした。どこも満足の行く観光地のチョイスで ひとり旅でも充分楽しめました。
ありがとうございました

Since we participated with 10 people, the schedule was efficient, and the time spent at tourist spots when getting off the bus was appropriate. The time spent at the Churaumi Aquarium was also just right, allowing everyone to enjoy themselves.

10名で参加したので、スケジュールが効率よくバス下車の際の観光スポット滞在時間も適切でした。美ら海水族館での滞在時間も適当で其々で楽しむことができました。

Since I was traveling alone in Okinawa, I thought about renting a car but decided to join a tour instead. I was impressed by the detailed explanations of the history of Sefa Utaki. I was amazed by the power of Sefa Utaki, enjoyed Okinawa World, and it was a satisfying tour.

一人で沖縄旅行なので、レンタカーもどうかと思いツァーに参加しました。斎場御嶽の歴史をていねいに説明いただき、感激しました。斎場御嶽のパワーに驚き、沖縄ワールドも楽しみ、満足なツァーでしたしました

I participated because all the places I wanted to visit were included! Overall, my impression is that the time spent at each location was short, and I was constantly on the move, running a bit, haha. At the Churaumi Aquarium, I was able to see the dolphin show, but the parking lot was far away, so I was cutting it close for the meeting time, haha. At the Okashi Goten, since I visited in the evening, the sweet potato tart I was looking forward to was sold out, which was disappointing. However, the guide was friendly, and I had a great time. Thank you!

行きたいところが全て組み込まれていたので参加しました！
トータルの感想としては、ひとつひとつの滞在時間が短くて、終始小走りで移動してました笑
美ら海水族館はイルカショーまでみれましたが、駐車場までが遠いので集合時間ギリギリ笑
お菓子御殿では夕方の訪問だったので、お目当ての紅芋タルトが完売で残念でした↓
ただ、ガイドさんもフレンドリーだし、楽しい時間を過ごせてよかったです。ありがとうございました！

On the last day of my trip, I participated with the goal of being taken to the airport, but I was glad I could effectively sightsee during the last half day. The Super Eisa Show at Okinawa World was especially great. It was an impressive show that energized me. Having a half-day tour allowed for efficient sightseeing, which was wonderful. I will use this service again.

旅行最終日、空港に送って貰うのが目的で参加しましたが最後の半日も有効に観光出来て良かったです。とくに沖縄ワールドのスーパーエイサーショーは凄く良かったです
迫力があり元気を頂けるショーでした。
半日のツァーも有ると効率良く観光出来て良かったです。また利用させて頂きます。

On the last day of my first trip to Okinawa, I wanted to make the most of my time before my flight, so I signed up for a tour. I chose the Okinawa World tour, and it was great to experience traditional Okinawan costumes and see the shows! I would have appreciated about an hour more, but I was satisfied with the affordable price. The guide also shared various stories about Okinawa that I wouldn't normally hear.

初めての沖縄旅行の最終日。フライトまでの時間を有効利用したくて申し込みました。沖縄ワールドのツアーを選びましたが、沖縄衣装の体験やショーも見れてよかったです！あと1時間くらい時間があればありがたかったですが、価格も安く満足です。
ガイドさんも普段聞けない沖縄のいろいろな話もしてくださいました。

Due to the impact of the typhoon, all the activities I had planned were canceled, which brought my mood down. However, in the end, I was able to participate here and created some truly wonderful memories. We were able to visit the tourist spots in Okinawa in just one day, and since we had already decided on the must-visit locations, I felt the duration of our stay was just right. The tour guide was really good at speaking Japanese and made the conversation enjoyable, and the driver was calm, allowing us to relax. Thank you for a wonderful day.

台風の影響で予定していたアクティビティが全てキャンセルになってしまいテンションが下がっていましたが、結果的にこちらに参加させて頂いてとても最高の思い出が出来ました。
沖縄の観光地を1日でまわれて、予めそれぞれの絶対行きたいスポットを決めていたので、私的には滞在時間は丁度良いと感じました。
添乗員さんも日本語が本当にお上手でお話も楽しく、運転手さんも穏やかで安心して過ごせました。
素敵な1日をありがとうございました。

It was great that the guide accompanied us and provided information about Okinawa throughout the journey. However, it was disappointing that the entrance fee for Shurijo Castle was separate and that there was no group discount. I felt that the time spent there could have been shorter, and it might have been better to allocate more time to Okinawa World. Since the departure time was early, I gave up on having breakfast at the hotel, but waiting for the opening time was understandable considering the traffic. In any case, I felt that two hours at Okinawa World was not enough to see two shows, so I would prefer a plan without Shurijo Castle altogether.

ガイドさんが同乗してくれて、移動中も終始沖縄のガイドをしてくれる所は非常に良いが、斎場御嶽の入場料金が別途で、団体割引きの適用も無いのは残念、そこでの時間はもっと短くて、沖縄ワールドを多めにしても良いのではと、感じた。出発時間も早いのでホテルの朝ごはんを諦めたのに開場時間待ちしたのも、まぁ、渋滞考慮で仕方ないのかも知れないが、って感じ。兎に角、沖縄ワールドで２時間ではショーを２つ見るのも厳しいと感じたので、いっそのこと斎場御嶽はなしのプランを希望します。

It was my first trip to Okinawa. Since I only stayed for two nights, this bus tour allowed me to visit several famous spots, making it a very meaningful day. Some places were a bit short on time, but I was able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. The admission fee for the Churaumi Aquarium was included, and there was also a service for delicious sandwiches, which made it feel like a great deal. The guidance from the veteran tour guide was also very good.

初めての沖縄旅行でした。２泊という短い滞在だってので今回のバスツアーで名所を何箇所も回れてとても有意義な一日でした。若干時間の短い場所もありましたが、美しい風景を楽しめました。美ら海水族館の入館料も含まれ、美味しいサンドウィッチのサービス等もあり、とてもお得感がありました。ベテランガイドさんの案内もとても良かったです。

利点：
- 時間を節約できる
- 一日に多くの場所を訪れることができる
- 車を借りたりタクシーで移動する必要がない
- 自分で計画する必要がない
- 非常に構造化されている

欠点：
- 非常に構造化されている
- 急かされているように感じる
- バスに間に合うか常に心配になる
- 各場所での時間が非常に短く感じる

私たちは急いで次の場所に移動するタイプではありませんが、チュラウミ水族館に行きたかったので、このツアーの一つを選びました。正直なところ、私と息子は水族館で一日を過ごす方が好ましいです。一つの場所を訪れるために同じ金額を支払って、急かされることなく過ごしたいです。

The pros :
- You can save time
-You get to visit many places in one day
-No need to rent a car or travel by taxi
- No need to organize it yourself
- very structured

The cons:
- Very structured
- It feels like we're being rushed
- Always worried about making it to the bus on time
- Time feels very short for each place.

We're not the type to rush from one place to another but we really wanted to go to Churaumi aquarium and this was one of the tours available. Honeslty me and my son would prefer to spend one day at the aquarium. I would pay the same amount to visit just one place and not feel so rushed.