All Reviews for Best Day Trips from Osaka

The day before, I came to Osaka for a concert. Since I was staying for one night anyway, I decided to join this bus tour to Kyoto on the second day. There were only two Japanese people, including me, which was quite funny! On the bus, it felt like an overseas trip! The bus guide was very kind and during our free time, they shared wonderful spots with us. I enjoyed Kyoto more than enough!

前日に、コンサートの為大阪に来ました。どうせ一泊するのなら、2日目は、京都まで行こうと、こちらのバスツアーに参加日本人は、私含めて2人 笑笑笑 逆にバスの中では、海外旅行気分！バスガイドさん、とても親切で、フリータイムでは、素敵なスポットを教えて頂け、十分すぎるくらい、京都満喫しました！

Very professional. Had a great day. Guide was wonderful.

Even though I applied through Belldra, there was no indication of Belldra at the bus waiting area, so I was confused. I would like to see more signage indicating Belldra at the waiting area. The guide was very helpful, and there were no issues. It was a fun trip.

ベルドラで申し込んだのに バス待合所のところには、ベルドラと書いておらず わからなかった。もう少し待合所には ベルドラとの記載をしてほしい。
ガイドの方は、すごくよくしてくれて 問題なし。楽しく過ごせた旅でした。

A group of 4 people, we truly appreciate Veltra’s excellent services. The English-Speaking guides and the driver assigned on the full Day Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Tour from Osaka were knowledgeable, nice and caring. We shall recommend it to our friends.

The package full Day Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Tour from Osaka with English-Speaking Guide with Lunch package was most reasonable. Everything was perfectly arranged including a good and sumptuous lunch being provided. I will definitely want to do it again with Veltra!!

Our family really enjoyed the tour. The tour guide gave us clear instructions and explained every location we went. After the tour the tour guide even asked every single one of us if we got any questions. Its worth every yen. We will definitely recommend this tour to anyone planning to go to Kyoto who doesn’t have to worry about which train/bus to take. The bus was really comfortable that you can sleep or rest when you are going to the next attraction.

I participated with my mother!
It was my first bus tour, and I was nervous about how it would go, but the tour guide was very friendly, kind, and attentive, which was a great help.
There were some route changes, but the timing was as scheduled, and the duration of our stay was just right!
Although there were only international participants, thanks to the tour guide's thorough explanations and excellent organization, everyone was able to enjoy the trip safely without getting lost.
Thank you very much to the tour guide and the driver!
It became a wonderful memory, and I would like to use your services again.
Thank you for a fun trip to Kyoto!

母と二人で参加させて頂きました！
初めてのバスツアー、どうなることやら？とドキドキしていましたが、添乗員のおじ様がとても気さくで優しく、丁寧で助かりました^ ^
ルート変更などありましたが、時間も予定通りでしたし、滞在時間もちょうど良かったです！
海外の方ばかりの参加でしたが、添乗員さんの丁寧な説明や段取りの良さで、皆さん迷うことなく安全に過ごすことができました。
添乗員さん、運転手さん、本当にありがとうございました！
とても良い思い出にもなり、また利用させて頂きたく思っています。
楽しい京都旅行をありがとうございました！

I had a day off while in Osaka for a live event, so I decided to give it a try. I participated alone, but I was able to have a fun day, and I am very grateful for that. I would like to use it again next time. Thank you very much!

大阪でライブで1日空いたので利用してみました
1人で参加しましたが1日楽しく過ごすことができ大変感謝してます
次回もまた利用したいと思います
ありがとうございました

The arrangement to cover major attraction within short period of time in Nara and Kyoto from Osaka was great. The tour guide was speaking excellent English and was very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the trip and would recommend to anyone visiting Osaka.

It was very good! I would like to use it again or recommend it! It would probably be tough to visit these three places in one day without a tour or taxi.

とても良かったたです！また利用もしくは紹介したいです！多分ツアーかタクシーでなければこの３ヶ所を１日では厳しいです

The trip was very nice, well prepared and very exciting. Much more to know about Hiroshima and its history.

The tour was interesting however the sights were not in the condition which is represented by the tour company. They did not warn the visitors that the tour would be impacted by renovations. They failed to speak into the microphones they carried, meaning only a fraction of the tour group could hear the detail. Because the group is made up of two different tour groups that combine later, they assumed that information was already provided in the earlier pre-lunch tour venues which it had not. Lunch buffet was served cold instead of being kept hot.

We took a tour visiting three main spots, and it was just my husband and I along with another young couple who were also Japanese, while the rest were from various countries. Kyoto was incredibly crowded even on a weekday. Instead of lining up in a single file from where we got off the bus to the site, we went in a scattered manner, making it challenging for the tour guide to ensure everyone was together. Our time at Fushimi Inari was short, so it felt a bit rushed. There were many stalls, and I wanted to try some street food, but since we had chosen a lunch course, I held back. We joked that next time we should go for a course without lunch, but the tofu course we had for lunch was so delicious that I was glad we ordered it... such a tough decision!

On the way back, it was evening, so there was traffic. Since we had a specific time for the Shinkansen and weren’t staying overnight, I was a bit anxious. We were dropped off partway and took the train back, making it with plenty of time to spare. I think it’s better to plan our travel considering such things for peace of mind. Both the tour guide and the driver were very pleasant, which was great. It was a quick bus tour, but it was very enjoyable and delicious. Thank you very much! (*^o^*)

主要3箇所を巡るツアー、私達夫婦ともう一組若いご夫婦だけが日本人(笑)で後は数カ国の人達。やはり京都は平日でも物凄い人だらけ。バスを降りた場所から現地まで一列に並んで行くわけではなくバラバラで添乗員さんは全員揃っているかの確認が大変そう。伏見稲荷の滞在時間は短いのでなんだか慌ただしかった。露店がいっぱいあり食べ歩きもしたかったがお昼を食べるコースにしていたので我慢した。次回は昼なしのコースがいいねと言いながらいざお昼の豆腐のコースはとっても美味しくてやっぱ
り頼んでいて良かったね…なんて難しい判断(笑)
帰りは夕方なのでやはり車の渋滞。その日は泊まりでなく新幹線の時間が決まっていたのでドキドキ。途中で降ろしてもらい電車で帰って余裕で時間に間に合った。そういうことも考慮して自分達の旅行プランをたてた方が安心していられると思った。添乗員さん、運転手さんは二人とも感じがよくて良かった。あっと言う間のバスツアーだったけれどとても楽しく美味しくいいツアーでした。ありがとうございました(*^o^*)

It was my first trip to Osaka, and I took a bus journey from Osaka to Kyoto. Most of the passengers were foreigners, and there were only two Japanese people, so I was a bit anxious at first. However, there was a guide speaking in Japanese, which made it feel like I was in a foreign country, and I had a great time. The places the guide recommended for souvenirs and tea were spot on. I would definitely like to use this service again on my next trip.

初めての大阪の旅行で大阪から京都のバスの旅でした。海外の方がほとんどで日本人は2人だけで最初は不安でしたが、日本語でのガイドもあり異国にいるような感覚でとても楽しかったです。ガイドの方の言われたたとおりにお土産の場所やお茶の場所とか教えていただいた所がバッチリでした。
また旅行の際は使いたいと思いました。

Departing in a somewhat mysterious space among foreigners! Everyone was friendly, and it felt fresh, as if I were in another country. The driver and the guide were also very refreshing. The step platform for getting in and out of the car was appreciated. The explanations from Japanese to English made me feel like I understood a bit of English, which was quite an enjoyable experience.

外国人の方に混じって、ちょっと不思議な空間で出発！
皆さんフレンドリーで何処の国にいるのやら……新鮮でした。
運転手さんも、ガイドさんもとても新鮮でした。車の昇降にステップ台は有り難かったです。
日本語から英語での説明は英語がちょっと理解できた気がしてなかなか楽しい経験でした。

Great tour guide. She was really funny.
Enjoyed every bit of it. Also, the restaurant where we had lunch was very yummy. Can't wait to go back.

The guidance from our tour guide, Jewel, was precise and her storytelling was wonderful. Aside from us, the rest of the group was made up of foreigners, but I believe it was largely thanks to her that everyone adhered to the meeting times at each location. I also forgot the driver's name, but his safe driving and humility left a good impression. I would like to use this service again if the opportunity arises.

添乗のジュエル？さんの案内が的確で語りも素晴らしかった。私達夫婦以外は全員外国の方でしたがどの場所の集合時間がきちんと守られたのは彼女の功績大だと思います。また名前は失念しましたが運転手さんも安全運転と謙虚さが好印象でした。また機会があれば利用したいと思っています。

We took part in the tour with 6 persons.
It was fruitful experience to visit 5 famous places in Kyoto from/to Osaka within a day!
Guide/Driver knew history about all places we visited and explained kindly with fluent English.
Of course, the car had superior seats to be relaxed.

We canceled to visit Kiyomizu Temple and added to visit Uji Byodoin Temple and Japanese Sake Factory.
There were many places to take beautiful photos like Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkakuji, and Bamboo forest in Arashiyama.
Not only enjoying senaries, satisfied with tasty Japanese Sake and delicious Japanese food! Especially, Sake Factory was amazing that we tried many kinds of expensive/sotisficated sake by 1$(JPY100)/1sip!

We strongly recommend visiting Kyoto even from/to Osaka (not far away), and chartering taxi (not using public transportation) to visit famous places efficiently!

We really thank our driver for the best memory/experience during our stay in Japan!

Regards,

the whole trip was OK but not the type i would repeat

It was nice to visit most popular 5 places in Kyoto within a day.
Our driver drove safely and taught us Japanese history, geografy, custom and manner very kindly.

Although the temperature was very hot, perfect sunshine & sky to take photos!
We recommend chartering a limo if you visit Kyoto first time, and you want to visit polular places in a day.

Especially, Fushimi-Shirine, and Kinkakuji-Shrine were fabulous!

You can also tell a driver what kind of food you want to eat, then, he will find best restaurant per your request (as a referrence, we chose Tofu restaurant, delicious!).

We would like to thank a driver for unforgettable memory of Kyoto.

Nice tour

It was great that I could efficiently visit multiple places. However, the locations I visited this time all required a good amount of stamina to walk around, and it felt a bit tough, especially on hot summer days.

複数個所を効率よく回れたので良かった。
しかし、今回回った場所はどこも歩くのに体力が必要で、特に夏場の暑い日は少しきつい感じ。

I decided to participate after reading the reviews.
It was my first bus tour. The bus was very clean, and each seat had a USB port, making it convenient and comfortable. The kind tour guide and driver made for a fun trip. I heard there were many Japanese participants this time, but the explanations in English were enjoyable, and I was able to use the empty seats. It was very hot in Kyoto, but I was comfortable. I thought the sightseeing time before departure might be short, but the time allocation was perfect! Along the way, the driver handed out chilled towels, which felt great. The bus, flags, and tour guide were all lemon-colored, making it easy to identify, so I didn't get lost at all! I would definitely like to use this bus tour again if I have the chance. I highly recommend it!

レビューを見て 参加を決めました。
初めてのバスツアーでした。とてもキレイなバスで それぞれの座席にUSBがついていて便利で快適、そして優しい添乗員さんと運転士の方と楽しい旅となりました。今回は日本人の参加者が多いとのことでしたが英語での説明も楽しく、空いている座席も使わせて頂き とても暑い京都でしたが 快適でした。出発までは観光の時間が短いかな？と思っていたのですが、これまたベストな時間配分！途中、運転手さんがキンキンに冷えたおしぼりを配ってくださり とても気持ち良かったです。バスも旗も添乗員さんもレモン色でわかりやすく、迷うこともありませんでした！また機会があれば 利用したいと思えたバスツアーでした。おすすめですよ！

I was well taken care of by our tour guide, Mr. Tamiya, and I had a wonderfully enjoyable day without feeling lonely at all. The driver, Mr. Yamashita, kept the car comfortable by closing the curtains while we were away and added to the travel atmosphere with his thick Kansai dialect, which was a nice touch. However, the actual meeting time at Hearton Hotel is 8:20. I regret that this information was not available, which caused some inconvenience for the tour. Additionally, the time spent at Fushimi Inari Shrine is actually from 10:00 to 10:45, which is quite busy. I think it would be better to correct the online information to reflect the actual details. Summer in Kyoto can be unbearably hot. Water, a hat (or parasol), and sunglasses are essential.

添乗員の田宮さんに良くして頂いて、まったく寂しい思いをすることなく、あっという間の楽しい一日でした。運転手の山下さんは、いない間にカーテンを閉めておいて下さって車内を快適に保ってくださったり、ベタベタの関西弁で旅気分を盛り上げてくださったりさり気ない気遣いが嬉しかったです。ただハートンホテルの実際の集合時間は８：２０です。その情報がなくてツアーにご迷惑をおかけしてしまいました。また伏見稲荷神社で過ごす時間も実際は10時～10時45分の45分間で結構忙しいです。ネットの情報を実際の情報に修正しておいてもらった方が良いかと思います。夏の京都は苦しいくらい暑いです。水、帽子（または日傘）、サングラスは必携です。

I think this is a convenient and good tour that allows you to easily visit the famous sites in Kyoto. The bus was entirely yellow, making it easy to spot. However, I expected more detailed explanations in English about Kyoto's history and places like Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkaku-ji, and Fushimi Inari Taisha. Unfortunately, the information was quite limited, which was disappointing since I was looking forward to practicing my English listening skills. I chose a plan without lunch, but I would prefer the lunch venue to be a restaurant that offers a "obanzai buffet."

コースとしては、京都の名所を楽に回れて、便利な良いツアーだと思います。
バスのお色も全体が黄色でわかり易く探しやすかったです。
ただ、もっと京都の歴史や、清水寺・金閣寺・伏見稲荷大社の詳しい説明が英語であるとばかり思っていたのですが、あまりにも少なく、英会話の聞き取りの勉強になると楽しみにしていただけにその点に関してはイマイチでした。
私は、昼食無しのプランでしたが、昼食会場は、出来ましたら「おばんざいのバイキング」のお店にして欲しいです。

The time for sightseeing is too short. If possible, instead of one hour at Kiyomizu-dera, having one and a half hours might be more enjoyable. I hope improvements can be made.

観光する時間が短い過ぎるなどです。
出来れば、例、清水寺で1時間ではなく、出来れば、1時間30分があれば、楽しいかも知れません。
出来れば改善するようお願いします。

I spent a day at Universal Studios Japan (USJ) on a bus tour from Tochigi Prefecture, and on the next free day, I participated in a sightseeing tour of Kyoto with Shinki Bus.

I arrived at the meeting place an hour early in the morning. The guide was already waiting and kindly asked if I was there for the tour, which put me at ease. The bus was very noticeable with large letters spelling "LIMON" on a yellow background.

The first sightseeing spot, Fushimi Inari, was very crowded from the morning, but the guides, wearing yellow happi coats and holding flags, stood out well. The bus was equipped with USB jacks and Wi-Fi, which was helpful.

I thought it was nice to have many foreign participants this time.

栃木県から別のバスツアーで、USJで1日過ごし、次のフリー日に、神姫バスツアーで京都観光に参加。
　朝、1時間前に集合場所に到着した。すでにガイドさんも待機され、気さくに観光参加ですか？と声をかけられ、こちらも安心。
バスは、黄色の地に大きな文字でLIMONと書いてあり目立ちました。
　観光1箇所目の、伏見稲荷は、朝から大変混雑、しかし誘導は、黄色のはっぴに旗でやはり大変目立った。
バス車内は、USBジャックとWi-Fi装備で助かりました。
　外人さんの参加が、多くたまにはいいかなって、思いました。

Schedule is tight but relaxing. Travelers were taken care of in detail. Experienced tour guides and escort all the way. Very good and satisfied.

After the tour departed, we received a call from a passenger who was late, and we waited at the meeting point in Namba. Although the regulations clearly state that this would be considered abandonment of the tour, perhaps due to the kindness of the tour guide, we waited for 27 minutes and started late.

There was no booing from the other passengers, including families with children, and the mood was quite pleasant as we set off. Many of the tour participants were foreigners, and languages like English and Tagalog were being spoken on the bus, creating an exotic atmosphere that felt like we were traveling abroad.

The three spots on the course had changed completely from my visit several decades ago, allowing for a refreshing sightseeing experience. Although the schedule became a bit tight to recover from the late start, there was no sense of urgency, and we had enough time to enjoy the sights.

However, on the way back, we encountered a major incident on the highway, resulting in a significant traffic jam. The tour guide was visibly stressed as the vehicle had another schedule to adhere to. I had reserved a Shinkansen ticket for two hours after the tour ended, but due to the delay, I had to run to catch the train at the platform, just making it to the rear boarding gate safely.

This will likely become a memorable part of my enjoyable trip. I rated my experience as "average" because while the delays in departure and return were not the travel company's fault, I believe that if the tour guide had checked the post-tour schedules of the current passengers and provided appropriate advice rather than focusing on adjusting the next tour, it could have earned a "highest" rating.

(Please understand that I am not criticizing the tour guide's response; I am simply sharing the perspective of a passenger who was anxiously checking the time on the bus.)

ツアー発車後乗り遅れた客から連絡、難波の集合場所で待機、規定では前途放棄とみなすと明記してあるも、添乗員さんの優しさか、待つこと27分、遅れてのスタートでした。
遅れてきた子供連れファミリーにブーイングもなく和やかなムードでの出発となりました。
ツアー客は外国人の方が多く、英語、タガログ語などが社内で飛び交い、エキゾチックな雰囲気でまるで外国旅行をしているようなムードでした。
コースの３スポットは数十年前の訪問時とは全くイメージが変わっており、新鮮な気持ちで観光できました。
遅れたスタートのスケジュール回復のため、若干タイトな行程となりましたが、時間的にはそんなに切迫感もなく、十分拝観することが出来ました。
ところが帰路ハップニング、高速道路で事故があっており、大渋滞に巻き込まれてしまいました。当該車両は次のスケジュールもあり添乗員さんはその対応に大変な様子でした。
私は少し余裕をみてツアー終了後2時間の新幹線を予約していましたが、ツアーの遅れで新幹線ホームで走りやっと後尾の乗降口でセーフとなりました。
これも楽しい旅の思い出になりそうです。
体験談での評価を「普通」とさせていただいたのは、出発遅れや帰着遅れは決して旅行会社のせいではありませんが、バスの次ツアーの調整よりも、現ツアー客のツアー後のスケジュールを確認し、適切なアドバイスを頂けたら「最高」の評価になったと思います。
（決して添乗員さんの対応を非難しているわけでなく、車内で時計をみながらやきもきしていた一乗客の意見として拝読いただければ幸甚です。）

Guide was very nice and knowledgeable. We just had a little difficulty in grasping what she was saying due to heavy japanese accent. But all in all, tour is highly recommended.