All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

The open-air double-decker bus is incredibly refreshing, but you can get sunburned on sunny days. It must be too hot in the summer. Even in mid-October, it was hot in the sun.
I highly recommend this bus tour for first-time visitors to Kyoto, as it takes you to the classic spots and you can listen to the guidance through earphones. It's a fun experience, like passing under the torii gate of Heian Shrine, which is something you usually can't do.
By the way, the double-decker buses only depart on even hours, so if you take one that departs on an odd hour, it will be a regular sightseeing bus. I was disappointed at first because I didn't know, so please check before you go.

２階立てバスのオープンエアは、最高に気持ち良いですが、晴れていると日に焼けます。夏は暑すぎるでしょうね。１０月中旬でも日なたは暑かったです。
京都の定番スポットをバスで回ってくれ、イヤフォンから案内も聞けるので、京都が初めての方には絶対お勧めします。平安神宮の鳥居の下をくぐれるなど、普通はできない経験ができて楽しいですよ。
ちなみに、２階立ては偶数時間出発のバスだけなので、奇数発だと普通の観光バスタイプでした。知らなくて最初がっかりしましたので、調べてから乗ってくださいね。

The tour content was very easy to understand and interesting. However, it felt like a waste of time as it took an hour from the meeting time to boarding.

ツアーの内容はとても分かりやすく興味深い内容だった。
ただ集合時間から乗船まで1時間もかかり時間の無駄が多いように感じた。

I've been to Okinawa many times, but this time I joined a tour departing from the Prefectural Office since I was traveling alone!

To put it simply, it was a great deal and I was able to sightsee efficiently, which was really nice. Originally, it was an affordable tour, but thanks to GoTo, it became even cheaper, and I also received a 1,000 yen electronic coupon!

I participated on a Monday, and there were 21 people on the tour, with about one-third being solo travelers. At the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, I had two and a half hours of free time to see the whale sharks and manta rays while having lunch at a café, and then I watched the dolphin show at the Okichan Theater from 1:00 PM before returning to the bus... it was just right!

On the bus, the guide played the sanshin and sang, and occasionally posed quizzes, creating a warm and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the trip. Since we walked a lot, I appreciated being able to take a nap on the way back while island songs played.

Not only did we visit the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, but we also went to Kouri Island, the newly renovated Manzamo, and the Okashi Goten (Sweet Factory). As others mentioned, I felt that the free time at American Village was a bit long, so it might be better to unify the free time to 20 minutes for all places except the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. Surprisingly, 20 minutes was enough to see everything!

何度も来ている沖縄県ですが、今回は一人旅だったので県庁前から出発のこちらのツアーに参加！

一言で言えば大変お得で効率良く観光でき本当に良かったです(^^)
元々お手頃ツアーですが、GoToの恩恵でさらに格安、さらに1,000円の電子クーポンも頂けました！

月曜日の参加でしたが21人のツアーで、1/3はお一人様の参加でした。
美ら海水族館も2時間半の自由時間でジンベエザメやナンヨウマンタを見ながらカフェで昼食も取れ、13:00〜のオキちゃん劇場でイルカショーを見てバスに戻って…と丁度良かったです♪

バス車内ではガイドさんが三線を弾きながら歌って下さったり、時折クイズを出して下さったり始終和やかな雰囲気で楽しく過ごせました。
たくさん歩いたので、帰りは島唄が流れ仮眠ができた点もありがたかったです。

美ら海水族館だけでなく、古宇里島や新しくなった万座毛、またお菓子御殿にも行けました。
他の方々もおっしゃっておりましたが、アメリカンビレッジは正直少し自由時間が長い気がしたので、美ら海水族館以外は全て20分の自由行動で統一しても良い気がします。
意外に20分でどこも十分に見れました！

As an aquarium, it was impressive and very beautiful. I want to go again. I've been to facilities in other prefectures, but I felt that Churaumi Aquarium was really good. If you go to Okinawa, I definitely think you should stop by.

水族館としては、迫力があり、とてもきれいでした。
また行きたいです。他県の施設も行ったことがありますが、美ら海水族館は、とても良いと感じました。沖縄に行ったなら、ぜひ立ち寄るといいと思います。

The guide's explanation conveyed the current situation in Okinawa thoroughly, which was great. It left a strong impression on me. Although they said they were not very good, they were truly wonderful.

ガイドさんの説明が沖縄の現状を余すころなく伝えられていてよかったです。非常に心に残りました。さらに下手だと本人は言うが、とても素敵でした。

I had a great time wherever I went. The smooth assistance made it possible for me to move around without feeling anxious. One downside was that when I asked about the GoTo campaign through Veltra, the staff at Ishigaki Island Dream Tourism had no idea about it, which was disappointing. I had to research and inquire on my own, and I would have appreciated it if they could at least provide the contact information for Veltra. That said, I personally had a very fulfilling day with plenty of time to explore each sightseeing spot, and I was extremely satisfied!

何処へ行っても楽しく過ごせました。
スムーズな対応をして下さるので、不安になることなく動けました。
一つ難点だったことは、ベルトラで対応のgotoキャンペーンのことをお聞きしても、石垣島ドリーム観光の方々は全く分からなかったことは残念でした。自分で調べて問い合わせましたが、せめてベルトラの連絡先だけでも教えてくれたら有り難いなぁと思いました。
とはいえ、各観光場所での時間は個人的にはゆっくり回れてとても充実した１日で、大満足でした！

I participated alone. I came to Ishigaki for diving, but I thought I would try something different and joined this activity. In the end, I really felt that it was a good decision to participate. It was cloudy, so I couldn't see the starry sky, but I was able to see the sparkling night view of Ishigaki city and learn about various marine life! There were so many things I saw for the first time. There were fireflies, and I was surprised because it was my first time seeing such fireflies; it completely changed my previous image... The frogs were cute too!

一人で参加しました。
石垣にはダイビングをしに来たのですが、違うこともしようと思って参加致しました。
結果、ほんとに参加して良かったと思いました。
曇りだったので、星空は見れませんでしたが、石垣の街のキラキラした夜景を見れて、そして石垣の色々な生体を知ることができました!
初めて見るものだらけです。
ホタルがいたのですが、こんなホタルみたの初めてでビックリ今までのイメージが…
カエルも可愛かった!!

The guide's explanations were clear and precise. They pointed out photo spots that are also featured in the calendar, allowing us to take great pictures. I'm glad we were able to visit Gokayama as well. The lunch was delicious too.

Thank you very much for the information about recommended sweets from Kanazawa and the light-up at Kanazawa Castle.

ガイドさんの説明が分かりやすく的確でした。カレンダーにもなっている撮影スポットを教えて下さって良い写真がとれました。五箇山にも行けて良かったです。昼食も美味しかったです。
金沢のお勧めの銘菓や金沢城のライトアップのことなど情報を頂き本当にありがとうございました。

I wish the time could be extended a bit longer. Also, since Oishi Forest is a sacred place, I wanted to walk quietly and reflect by myself, but this time, tourists participated for the first time, and for some reason, it turned into a lively chat, which was a bit troubling. It might be fine for some people, but I honestly felt disappointed because I took time off work just to participate and wanted to reflect alone. Additionally, the course was decided without my input... Previously, I had been looking towards the Gajumaru area, so in the end, we had to rush through, and I wanted to explore at my own pace from the beginning.

もう少し時間を長くして欲しいです。
また、大石林山は拝所なので、一人で静に内観しながら歩きたかったのですが、
今回初めてツーリストさんも参加されて、なぜかお喋り和気あいあいになり困りました。それがいい人はいいかもしれませんが、
私は一人で内観したかったので、正直、仕事を休んでやっと参加したのに残念でした。
また、勝手にコースも決められて、、、
前回までガジュマルの方までみてたので、、、
最後は駆け足でみるかたちになり、自分のペースで最初から周りたかったです。

I was able to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while riding a water buffalo cart. The rental bicycles cost 1,500 yen, and since it takes about 20 minutes to walk from the tourist center to the sandy beach, I decided against it. However, I learned that using the shuttle bus would only cost 300 yen, so I wish I had known that beforehand.

水牛車に乗って、のどかな雰囲気を味わえました。
レンタル自転車が1500円もするので、観光センターから砂浜まで歩くと20分もかかるのでやめましたが、巡回バス利用なら300円で行けるようなので、知っていれば行きたかったです。

This was my first mountain climbing experience, and to be honest, I wasn't very confident in my physical strength, but I was greedy and booked this course. I was anxious, but I was healed by the beautiful scenery and sounds everywhere I walked. The guide was very knowledgeable and took many great photos using camera techniques at each point, allowing me to enjoy the 11.5 hours of walking. I gained confidence in my physical and mental strength, and I felt a sense of accomplishment that I hadn't felt in a long time. It was truly worth the challenge. The weather was rainy the entire time, and I regret not being able to go to Taiko Rock, but the rainy forest was also mystical. I chose this greedy course thinking it would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Yakushima, but now I feel like I want to go back for Taiko Rock. When I do, I definitely want to request the same guide again.

初登山、しかも実は体力にはあまり自信はないこのに、欲張りなのでこのコースを予約しました。
不安でしたが、どこを歩いても美しい景色と音に癒され、また、ガイドさんは何でも詳しく教えてくれて、各ポイントでカメラ技術を駆使してたくさん良い写真も撮ってくれて、11時間半ずっと楽しく歩けました。
自分の体力気力にも自信がつき、こんな達成感はいつぶりでしょう？という感じで、本当に挑戦してよかったです。
お天気はずっと雨で、太鼓岩に行けなかったのが心残りですが、雨の森も神秘的でした。
一生一度の屋久島というつもりで欲張りコースにしましたが、太鼓岩の為にまた行きたい気持ちになっています。
そのときはぜひまた同じガイドさんにお願いしたいです。

Since it was just the two of us, it was smooth to get around, and we were able to return earlier than the scheduled time, which gave us some extra time for dinner. The driver was also very kind, and it was truly a great tour. I recommend it to everyone.

2人催行で、本当に夫婦2人だったので、移動にスムーズだったためか、終わりの予定時刻より早く帰ってこれたので、ゆうしょくにゆとりができました。
ドライバーの方も非常に親切な方で本当にいいツアーでした。みなさんにもお勧めです。

The water buffalo carts on Taketomi Island allow you to leisurely explore the village. While I felt a bit sorry for the villagers, it was fascinating to see the unique architecture.

竹富島の水牛車はのんびり集落を一回りできます。集落の方には申し訳ない感じもしますが、独特の建造物を見せて頂けて興味深いものがありました。

The explanations were thorough, and the pacing was just right, so even my family, who were new to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), had a great experience! They took photos at key moments, and I was really happy to receive such beautiful pictures afterward. The tour to Baras Island was canceled due to the wind, and we only did the half-day mangrove SUP experience, which was a bit disappointing, but I plan to try again for a rematch! (o^^o)

丁寧に説明をしていただき、テンポを合わせてくださったのでSUPが初めてだった家族も楽しく体験できることができていました！
要所要所で写真を撮っていただき、終わった後にいただきましたが、とても綺麗な写真で嬉しかったです。
風の影響でバラス島のツアーは中止となり、マングローブのSUP体験のみ半日で行ったので、それだけが少し残念でしたが、またリベンジしようと思います(o^^o)

The weather was nice, and I enjoyed places like the Churaumi Aquarium and Kouri Island, which I visited for the first time. It's a shame there were fewer people due to the impact of COVID-19, but I would like to use this service again when I visit Okinawa.

天気が良く、美ら海水族館や初めて行く古宇利島など楽しめました
コロナの影響で人が少なかったのは残念ですが、また沖縄に行ったら利用したいと思います

I had a morning experience in the limestone cave, and the stand-up paddleboarding was more stable and easier than I expected! It was fun to get close to the waterfall at our destination and really feel its presence!

朝一の鍾乳洞体験をして、サップも思ったより安定していて、こぎやすかったです！！
目的地の滝も近くまで行って感じることができて楽しかったです！

I thought my schedule was packed, but surprisingly, I was able to act with some flexibility, so I was satisfied. Perhaps because of the season, the Churaumi Aquarium wasn't as crowded as usual?

スケジュールがびっちりだなぁと思っていましたが、意外と余裕をもって行動できましたので満足でした。
この時期だからか、普段ほど美ら海水族館は混雑していなかったのかな？

The guide was really kind!
We were able to see a lot in one day, and it was very fulfilling.
The bus was spacious and allowed for a relaxing experience!

ガイドさんすごく親切だった！
1日でたくさん回れて密度がこい。
バスもゆったりしててリラックスできます！

The starry sky was incredibly beautiful, and the photos turned out amazing!!!

It was like a planetarium starry sky!

I was able to see shooting stars several times, which made me feel so happy!

Thank you very much!

めっちゃ綺麗な星空に
フォト最高でしたー！！！

プラネタリウムみたいな星空でした！

流れ星も何回かみれて
幸せな気持ちになりました！

ありがとうございました！

I participated for my mother (71 years old) who wanted to ride a water buffalo. It was a dream come true to ride a water buffalo and cross the sea, which became the best memory. I found it fascinating to learn about the significance of water buffaloes to the people of Ishigaki Island.

It had been 20 years since I traveled with my mother, and I was anxious about how it would go, but I was grateful for the staff's thoughtfulness.

水牛に乗りたい母(71歳)のために参加しました。念願叶って水牛に乗れ、海を渡った事は最高の思い出になりました。石垣島の人にとって水牛がどんな存在だったのかを知ることができ、興味深く感じました。
母との旅行は20年ぶりで、どうなることかと不安でしたが、スタッフの方のお気遣いがありがたかったです。

It was a trip during the pandemic, but I felt that hygiene management, such as temperature checks and mask-wearing, was well taken care of. It was just my 4-year-old son and me, and the ferry ride was short, so we didn't get bored and had a great time. As soon as we arrived at Taketomi Island, we took a glass-bottom boat, and there were only half the capacity, which made it enjoyable. My son was very excited to see so many fish and looked like he was having a lot of fun. It was a pity that the guide's explanations were a bit hard to hear. The water buffalo cart ride was also relaxing and very enjoyable. It was a tour that I definitely want to do again.

コロナの中での旅行でしたが、検温、マスク着用など衛生管理はしっかりされてると思いました。
4歳の息子と二人でしたが、フェリーの時間が短いので飽きることもなく、楽しめていました。
竹富島に着いてすぐにグラスボートでしたが、定員の半分しかいなく、子供はたくさんのお魚に大興奮でとても楽しそうでした。
ガイドさんの説明が少し聞き取りづらかったのが残念。
水牛車ものんびりできてとても楽しめました。
またぜひ行きたいと思うツアーでした。

It's great that you can enjoy a full day if you pay for the tour! You can also buy ice cream and have lunch on-site. At Pineapple Park, be careful of mosquitoes; if you don't keep moving, you might run out of time later. The souvenirs are located further in, so if you stay in one spot, you won't have enough time! I really recommend it because you can spend a fulfilling day easily! I thought the price was reasonable for what you get! I would like to use it again!

ツアーだとお金を払えば1日楽しめるのがいいです！
あとは現地でアイス買ったりお昼食べたり、、
パイナップルパークは蚊に注意でどんどん進まないと後で時間なくなるので、、お土産も奥にあるので一つのところで止まってると時間足りなくなります！
1日を楽に充実して過ごせるので本当におすすめ！
値段も内容のわりに安いと思いました！また利用したいです！

The cornet I had at Pineapple Park was delicious. I want to go again.

The tour guide was very kind.

The water we received was also tasty.

I'm glad I signed up for this tour. Thank you!

パイナップルパークで食べたコロネが美味しかったです。
また行きたいです。

添乗員さん、すごく親切な方です。

いただいたお水も美味しかったです。

私はこのツアーに申し込んで良かったです。ありがとうございました！

Starting early in the morning, there were various incidents along the way, but it was amazing to be able to trek both Jomon Sugi and Taiko Rock in Yakushima in one day! ^ ^

Since it was a 2-night, 3-day trip, I only had one full day free in the middle. After searching around, I found a plan from Veltra that covered both spots in one day and booked it right away!

By the end, I was completely exhausted, but when I descended, I felt it was an incredibly meaningful day... Also, the tour conductor was extremely knowledgeable and shared information about various spots, which made it really enjoyable.

If I have the opportunity to go to Yakushima again, I definitely want to use this service. Thank you!

早朝から始めて、途中色々なアクシデントもありましたが、無事に縄文杉、太鼓岩と屋久島の２つの名所を1日でトレッキングできたのは最高でした^ ^

2泊3日の旅なので、中日しか丸一日空いてませんでした。
色々探しましたら、ベルトラさんの1日で２つを周るプランを見つけてすぐに予約！

終わる頃にはクタクタでしたが、それでも下山した時には凄い有意義な1日だったと…
また、ツアーコンダクターの方も最高に物知りの方で、色々なスポットも教えてくださり本当に楽しかったです。

是非、屋久島へ行く機会がありましたら是非利用したいと思います。
ありがとうございました

When I boarded the bus, I noticed that the seats next to me were left empty, which made me feel that proper COVID-19 measures were being taken.

At the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, you can reserve seats by the tank in a restaurant where you can enjoy a meal while watching the whale sharks. Despite it being Sunday, I was seated after just a 15-minute wait, so be sure to announce your name upon arrival at the large tank. There was a time limit of about 40 minutes, but it was enough time to enjoy taco rice.

The freshly made sata andagi at the newly constructed facility on the second floor of Manzamo was delicious. There were about 5 to 6 varieties, each costing 90 yen. You can enjoy them while sitting on the terrace with a view of the sea.

The only disappointment was that the weather on Kouri Island wasn't great. There's nothing that can be done about that.

I believe the main reason I had such a comfortable day was that the guide was wonderful. They provided guidance along the way with a pleasant voice, and their warm and gentle personality was truly soothing.

バスに乗り込むと、前後と通路を挟んだお隣は空席にしてあり、コロナ対策がしっかりとなされていると感じました。
美ら海水族館ではジンベイザメを眺めながら食事が出来るレストランの水槽側の席が予約可能です。日曜日にもかかわらず待ち時間15分で案内されたので、巨大水槽についたらまず名前を告げて予約しましょう。40分くらいの時間制限がありましたが、タコライスを食べるには十分な時間です。
万座毛に新たに建設された施設2階の揚げたてサーターアンダギーが
美味しかったです。5～6種類あり、1個90円。テラス席で海を見ながらいただけます。
唯一残念だったのは、古宇利島でお天気が良くなかったこと。こればかりは仕方ありません。
快適な一日を過ごせた最大の理由は、ガイドさんが素晴らしかったからだと思います。心地の良い声で道中案内してくださって、温かく穏やかなお人柄に癒されました。

I was staying at a hotel in Yomitan Village and didn't have a rental car, but I really wanted to go to the Churaumi Aquarium, so I joined a tour. The tour efficiently covered the sightseeing spots, and there was no pressure to buy souvenirs, so I truly enjoyed it. The guide was great as well.

読谷村のホテルに泊まっていてレンタカーを借りていなかったのですが、どうしても美ら海水族館に行きたくて参加しました。
ツアーは効率よく観光場所を回り、無理にお土産等買わせようということもみられなかったので、本当に楽しめました。
ガイドさんもよかったです。

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island, so I chose to visit three islands.

I had no interest in the ox cart and mangroves, but I was moved by them. Yujiro, who was a part-time worker until Yufu Island, was a smart kid who got into the frame by himself and tied the reins on his own. Ryu, the handsome guy from Taketomi Island, was also wonderful. Everyone was great!

初めての石垣島でしたので 3島巡りを
選択しました。

牛車 マングローブ 全く興味がなかったのですが
感動しました。
ゆふ島までの アルバイトの裕次郎君
ゆふ島の 枠の中に自分で入ったり
たずな？をくぐって自分でつける 頭の良い子
竹富島のイケメン りゅう君
皆 素敵でした♪

The guide was friendly, serious, and kind, providing us with the best experience. I was a bit worried about my physical stamina since I wasn't used to walking, but we were able to proceed at just the right pace, which gave me a sense of accomplishment. Thank you!

ガイドさんは気さくで真面目で優しい方で、最高の経験をさせて頂きました。歩き慣れておらず体力的に不安もありましたが、ちょうど良いペースで進むことが出来、達成感がありました。ありがとうございました！

Shirakawa-go in the early morning was especially quiet, and the air was clean, which was wonderful. On the bus, the guide shared various stories that were educational, but it wasn't a constant presence, so I felt like I was enjoying a free-spirited journey. Since I was able to visit both Gokayama and Shirakawa-go on the same day, I could clearly see the differences, and including the rice cracker baking experience, I had a fun day.

朝早い白川郷は特に人も少なく、空気もきれいで最高でした。バスの中ではガイドさんが色々なお話をしてくださり勉強になりましたし、といってずっと付きっ切りという訳ではないので自由な旅をしている感じでも楽しめます。五箇山と白川郷を同じ日に回れたので違いもよくわかりましたし、おせんべい焼き体験も含め、楽しい一日を過ごせました。

I participated because I felt it would be a waste to end my solo trip by just going out for drinks at night. I thought it might be geared towards children, but I was able to hear various stories about Ishigaki and see some rare creatures. It was a pity that we couldn't see the stars due to the weather, but thanks to the bright and enthusiastic staff, it became a wonderful memory of my trip.

一人旅故に夜は飲みに行って終わるのがもったいなく思い参加。子供向けかなと思いきや石垣の色々な話を聞くことができ、珍しい生き物を見ることができました。天候のせいで星は見られなく残念でしたが、明るく熱心なスタッフさんのおかげで旅の良き思い出となりました。