All Reviews for Bus Tours

It was interesting to experience various things, but the lunch was cold and not good. Is there any way to improve that...?

いろいろ体験できておもしろかったんですが、ランチは冷たいし、まずいし、あれはどうにかならないものですかねぇ・・・？

I was a little disappointed because the guide seemed more like a resident, and I wanted to hear more about the local Okinawan dialect and accent. However, I had a great time and really enjoyed myself.

少し期待外れだったのは
ガイドさんがほぼ移住の方のようで
現地の沖縄の方言とか訛りの話し方が聞いてみたかったなぁと思ってたのでちょっと残念。
でもとても楽しかったですよ。満喫できました。

After the passage of Typhoon No. 18, there were concerns about the itinerary, but we were able to depart safely by reversing the schedule. We enjoyed a leisurely trip under the blue sky, riding the water buffalo carts on both Taketomi Island and Yubu Island. The lunch bento we had on Yubu Island was also delicious.

台風18号の通過後で履行が危ぶまれましたが、スケジュールを逆周りにするということで無事に出発できました。
竹富島と由布島のどちらの水牛車にも乗り、青空の下ゆったりのんびりとした旅を満喫出来ました。
由布島で食べたお昼のお弁当も美味しかったです。

I've been to Osaka several times, but I hadn't explored much, so I decided to take a ride. The weather was too nice and hot, but the cooling patches and mist helped ease it a bit. The vehicle slows down and stops at key points, so you can enjoy the view from the window quite a bit. I think it's a good way to see the general areas.

大阪には何度か来ていますが、あまり、あちこちに行ってなかったので、乗車してみました。
お天気が良すぎて暑かったのですが、冷えピタとミストで幾分か和らぎました。
要所要所で減速したり、停車してくれますので、車窓でも結構楽しめます。大体こんな感じという所を見て回るにはいいと思います。

- This is a very efficient plan for sightseeing in Ishigaki Island for those who do not drive.
- By the third day, when we were starting to feel tired, the relaxed morning departure and the option for hotel pickup and airport drop-off were great.
- The scenery was beautiful, of course, but the history of the Tomb of the Chinese and the explanation of the island songs from our guide were very moving.
- As mentioned in other comments, if you take a glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay, you won't have time to enjoy the view from the observation deck, so we went to see the scenery of Kabira Bay separately.

・初めての石垣島観光で、車を運転しない者にとって、とても効率良く石垣島の観光地を周れるプランです。
・そろそろ疲れの出始めた3日目でしたが、朝の出発もゆったりで、ホテルでのピックアップおよび空港下車が選択出来たのも良かったです。
・景色が美しいのはもちろんでしたが、ガイドさんから伺った唐人墓の歴史や、島唄の解説はとても感慨ふかかったです。
・他の方のコメントにもありましたが、川平湾でグラスボートに乗ると、展望台からの景色を観る時間はなくなってしまうので、私たちは川平湾の景色は別途観に行きました。

- It was a tour involving multiple operators, including a ferry to the remote islands, a boat on Iriomote Island, a bus, a water buffalo cart to Yubu Island, lunch, and rental bicycles on Taketomi Island. Everything was very well coordinated, allowing for smooth sightseeing without any confusion.
- It was also great that the boat captain on Iriomote Island, the bus driver, and the water buffalo cart operator provided explanations.
- Contrary to the weather forecast, we were blessed with good weather for three days and were able to enjoy very beautiful scenery. Even the photos I took look stunning!

・3つの離島を巡るため、離島へ渡る船、西表島でのボート、バス、由布島へ渡る水牛車、ランチ、竹富島でのレンタサイクル等、複数の業者が関わるツアーでしたが、非常に良くコーディネートされていて、迷うことなくスムーズに観光出来ました。
・西表島でのボートの操縦士さんやバスの運転手さん、水牛車の操者の方が解説をしてくださるのも良かったです。
・事前の天気予報と変わって、3日間天気に恵まれ、とても美しい景色を堪能出来ました。自分で撮った写真ですら美しいと思える景色です！

The tour went smoothly and they didn't waste too much time at the lesser sights (pineapple park and butterfly garden). There was plenty of time at the aquarium, which is the highlight of the tour. The traffic coming back was pretty bad so the drop off time was later than expected.

I thought I could see Osaka Castle from the second floor of the bus, but I only got to see it a few times, mostly when we were between buildings or crossing intersections. Since the street trees hadn't shed their leaves, there were hardly any photo opportunities.

大阪城をバスの二階から見学出来ると思って乗車しましたが見れたのは数回でビルの間や交差点を横切る瞬間などと、街路樹が落葉してないのでシャッターチャンスはほとんどなかった。

This tour was definitely the highlight of our trip to Japan! Our tour guide Blair was amazing and very informative. Not only did he keep us on schedule but he also gave us extra time at the stop on Mt. Fuji because it was such a nice clear day! All of the stops were very fun and the blueberry ice cream at the lake is a must eat! We we're lucky enough to see Mt Fuji from most of our stops that day including the lake. The 8 ponds also had a lot to do and we bought most of our souvenirs there. The lunch at ninja village is definitely recomended. And the 4d ride was a perfect finish to the whole day. If I had to change something about the tour I would possibly cut out either the ninja village or the 4d ride just to allow for more time at the other stops since it felt a little rushed. The value for your money is amazing and I will be telling all my friends to book this specific tour and request our amazing guide!! Blair was even helpful enough to give us recommendations for the rest of our trip on our bus ride back to shinjuku. Thank you for an amazing experience and we will definitely be back!

My family has been in Japan for few months now, but we did not quite make it to Mount Fuji since it is not as convenient as visiting most of the other sites. As a result, we booked the tour from Veltra which was a good idea. Although the price seemed on higher side, the offer tempted us to go ahead. The bus was good and the seats comfortable with good leg space. We were glad to have been offered an entire row of 4 seats all for ourselves, 2 + 1 kid. Free wi-fi on the bus was a bonus. Due to long weekend, there was more traffic which led to a delay of about an hour and the itinerary was changed, as we first headed to Oshino Ninja village for an early lunch. This place was pretty good with few options for veggies too. We got to click pics with Ninjas. Next stop was at Oshino Hakkai village with lovely fresh water, clear ponds and country-side houses which was picturesque. We then headed to Mt Fuji 5th station where the clouds played a spoil sport and hence we could not get a great view of the mountain. The time allotted here was less than 30 min which I felt was too less, as this was the main site of visit, expected at least an hour. The 4D activity was broken that day and was cancelled. Hence, as an alternate we got a boat ride at lake Kawaguchi and later went to the other side of the lake where we were in for some luck to see the Mt Fuji peak.
Overall a good experience, the guide Jack kept us engaged with information about Japan and ensured no-one was left behind!!

It's easier than going on your own, and I think the package price is a good deal. I was surprised by the intelligence of the water buffalo as they turned while considering their turning radius. The sea was beautiful, and I was captivated by it.

自分で行くより楽だし、セット料金もお得だと思います。
水牛は内輪差を考えながら曲がったりしてるので、その賢さにびっくりしました。
海は綺麗で見惚れました。

I actually want to give it 5 stars; it was a wonderful tour (I'll explain why I gave it 4 stars later).

The guide was fantastic. They provided detailed explanations about Okinawa's history, lifestyle, culture, and nature while we were in the moving vehicle. They also allowed participants some time to themselves by occasionally pausing the explanations. The guide was truly excellent, and the driver was also a wonderful person, full of politeness and safety.

Regarding cost performance, there are entrance fees at various locations, so expenses will continue to accumulate during the tour. However, at Okinawa World, the guide recommended a less expensive course, saying that the highest entrance fee course would be difficult time-wise, which left a good impression.

The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I felt there could have been a bit more flexibility regarding the entrance fees. On the day I participated, there were a total of 23 participants. Normally, a group rate applies for 20 or more people at Sefa Utaki, allowing each participant to enter at a lower price. However, we were told that each participant had to pay the individual rate to enter, even though all participants were part of a tour group. I felt it was disappointing that if the guide had simply said at the reception, "23 people are entering," all participants could have entered at a lower price.

That said, our participation date just happened to have more than 20 people, and there may be days with fewer than 20, in which case the individual rate would apply. It would be better if the top page for participant recruitment clearly stated that entrance fees vary depending on the number of participants. I believe there is room for improvement.

While there was a bit of disappointment, I think it was a wonderful tour that efficiently covered key points in a short time, allowing us to listen to the explanations of a veteran guide.

本当は星を5つにしたい、素晴らしいツアーでした(なぜ星を4つにしたかは後述します)。

ガイドさんが素晴らしかったです。細やかに沖縄の歴史や生活や文化や自然についてを、走る車内でたくさん説明してくださりました。また、時に説明を中断されて、参加客が自分の時間を持てる余裕も残してくださりました。
本当にガイドさんが素晴らしかったし、運転士さんも礼儀正しさと安全に満ちた素晴らしい方でした。

コストパフォーマンスですが、各所において入場料がかかるので、ツアー中、それなりに財布からの出費は続きます。
でも沖縄ワールドにおいてはガイドさんが、最も高い入場料のコースは時間的に難しいだろうからと、安めのコースを案内してくださり、好印象です。

星を5つではなく4つにした理由は、その入場料について、もう少し機転をきかせられると思えたからです。
私のツアー参加日、参加者は計23名でした。本来なら斎場御嶽において、20名以上の団体料金が適用されるので、各参加者は安く入場することが可能でした。
けれど、ツアー参加者はそれぞれが個人料金を払わないと入場できないといわれて、全参加者がツアー・団体であるにもかかわらず、個人料金での入場になりました。
ガイドさんが受け付けにおいて、「23名入場です」といってくれたらそれだけで、全参加者が安く入場できただけに、残念に思えました。
ただ、私たちの参加日はたまたま20名以上であっただけで、日によっては20名に満たない日もあり、その場合は個人料金だと思います。ならば参加者募集のトップページにおいて、参加者の数によって入場料が変動すると明記されればよいだけなので、やはり改善の余地はあると思いました。

少しの残念さは残りましたが、短時間で効率的に要所を巡れて、ベテランガイドさんの説明も拝聴できる素晴らしいツアーだと思います。

I happened to find a tour site to go with my friends.
I was very satisfied with the tour!
Our destination was the Churaumi Aquarium!
It was my first time visiting the Churaumi Aquarium, and we were blessed with good weather. I really enjoyed such a dynamic aquarium with so much movement.
I wished we had a little more time to enjoy it.
The dolphin show was amazing, and I was surprised by the dolphins' abilities.
At Manzamo, as soon as we arrived, it started pouring rain, but miraculously, a beautiful big rainbow appeared.
At American Village, I was very satisfied that we could stretch our legs all the way to Sunset Beach!
I definitely want to participate again!
The staff welcomed us with smiles and thoughtful hospitality.
I would like to participate again.

友人と行くためにたまたま見つけたツアーサイトでした。
ツアー的になとても満足で良かったです！
わたし達の目的が、美ら海水族館でした！
美ら海水族館へ初めて行きましたが、お天気ににも恵まれ、大迫力でここまで動きがある水族館はとても楽しめました。
もう少し時間がほしいと思う楽しめました。
イルカショーではイルカの能力に驚きでした
次の
万座毛では到着した瞬間、大雨がふりましたが、逆に奇跡的に大きな虹がかかりとても綺麗でした。
アメリカンビレッジでは、サンセットビーチまて足を伸ばす事が出来とても満足でした！
また絶対参加したいです！
スタッフさんもいつも笑顔で思いやりのおもてなし頂きお出迎いして頂きました。
また、参加したいと思います。

I participated alone, but it was a tour that I could enjoy even by myself. I was the only solo participant on the same tour.
On Taketomi Island, I chose cycling, and it was great to have the time to freely cycle around the island and choose my return ferry time at my convenience.

1人で参加しましたが、十分1人でも楽しめるツアーでした。同じツアーでの1人参加は私だけでした。
竹富島では、サイクリングを選択し自由に島1週できる時間はあり帰りのフェリーの時間も自由に選べてよかったです。

I was looking forward to having a guide who was an older man, but it turned out to be a woman. She was very experienced and I was able to hear various stories, which was nice in its own way. She made sure to take us to photogenic spots and helped us take as many pictures as possible at Kabira Bay.

The time spent at each landmark was short, but given that we wanted to see as much as possible within the time frame, it couldn't be helped. On the plus side, we were able to visit many places, which was fulfilling.

Since this was my several visits to Ishigaki Island, there were places I had already been to, but there was also new information, so I never got bored.

おじいのガイドが楽しみだったんですが、女性の方でした。経験豊富で、いろんな話も聞けましたし、それはそれでよかったです。写真写りがいい場所だとか、川平湾でできるだけ写真が撮れるようにと配慮してくれました。
各名所での滞在時間が短いですが、時間内に回ろうと思えば仕方ないですね。その分、たくさんの場所に行けて充実しています。
何回目かの石垣島なので、既に行ったことがある場所もあったのですが、新情報もあって飽きることはなかったです。

I had a great time exploring the northern region of Okinawa in just one day. While it's nice to create your own plan and go around, I think taking a bus tour allows you to learn various information and enjoy efficient sightseeing!

1日で行きたい、沖縄北部地方を巡れて楽しかったです。
自分でプランを組んで回るのもいいですが、バスツアーで巡ると、色々な情報を知れるし効率の良い観光ができるなーと思います！

I made a reservation the day before. I heard that the "Uncle Guide" has days off, and we were lucky to have him on that day, but if you can choose your schedule, I recommend checking in advance to ensure that the Uncle Guide is available on the day you book.

The pamphlet was specifically for the tour, so it was very clear about where we were going next and how long it would take, which gave me a great sense of reassurance. Kabira Bay was as beautiful as I had heard, but personally, I preferred Tamatorizaki Observatory!! It was incredibly beautiful even in October.

The Uncle Guide's explanations were very easy to understand and entertaining, so I found myself completely absorbed. Along the way, he played the sanshin and sang Yaeyama folk songs! I was really glad it was an Uncle Guide day (*・∀・*).

If I had to mention something, it would be that the Uncle Guide's voice was sometimes a bit quiet (I heard that people from Okinawa generally have soft voices), so it might be better to sit in the front seats of the bus.

前日に予約しました。「おじさんガイド」はお休みの日もあるとのこと、私たちはなまたまその日おじさんガイドでラッキーでしたが、日程を選べる場合はあらかじめ問い合わせて、おじさんガイドがお休みでない日に予約されることをお勧めします。
パンフレットがツアー専用なので、次はどこに行くのか、どれぐらいかかるかなど全て分かりやすく、非常に安心感のあるツアーでした。川平湾は聞いていた通りの綺麗さでしたが、それよりも個人的には玉取崎展望台がよかった！！10月なのにすごく綺麗です。

おじさんガイドの説明もすごく分かりやすく、かつ面白いので、ついつい聞き入ってしまいます。途中では三線を引かながら八重山の民謡を歌ってくださいます！本当におじさんガイドの日でよかったです(*・∀・*)

強いていうのであれば、おじさんガイドはたまに声が小さいので(沖縄の方は皆さん声が小さいと伺いました)、バスの前の席に座った方がいいかもしれません。

A tour that captures the best parts of Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, and Taketomi Island. The time allocation was just right, with no waiting times or idle moments, making it a very good tour. The mangrove cruise on Iriomote Island was especially enjoyable. On the ox cart ride to Yubu Island, the guide treated us to a beautiful song! I didn't have high expectations for the lunch since it was a bento box, but it turned out to be delicious, featuring several local Okinawan specialties. I couldn't finish the rice, so I wish I had gone with a bigger appetite!

西表島、由布島、竹富島のいいところだけを切り取ったツアー。時間配分もちょうどよく、特に待ち時間や暇な時間、あるいは足りない時間などがなかった、とてもよいツアーでした。西表島のマングローブクルーズが特に楽しかったです。由布島までの牛車では、ガイドさんが綺麗な歌声を披露してくださいました！昼食はお弁当ということであまり期待していませんでしたが、沖縄の名物が何種類も入った美味しいお弁当でした。お米が食べ切れなかったので、もっとお腹を空かせてから行けばよかったと思います笑

Although the weather completely obstructed our view of Fuji, this tour was a good way to get an insight into the mountain and visit some cool places around the area. The 4D ride was definitely a highlight, however the lunch was fairly average. Our guide was knowledgeable, personable, and funny and made it a great trip overall. I will be booking other tours with this company during my stay in Japan!

I had an amazing time!! The guide was fantastic!! The weather was great too, just perfect!!

I was planning to visit a remote island, so my stay in Ishigaki Island was short, and I was wondering what to do when I found this tour. The price was reasonable, and I thought, "What could it be like?" So I decided to join, and it was the right choice!!

The lunch at the restaurant with a great view was delicious as well. Thank you very much.

すごく楽しかったです‼️
ガイドさんも最高‼️
お天気も良くて、最高‼️

離島に渡る予定でしたので、石垣島の滞在時間が短くて、どうしようかなぁと思っているところにこのツアーを見つけました。
お値段も安いし、どんなもんかな❓と、参加してみたら、大正解‼️

眺めの良いレストランでのお昼ごはんも美味しかったです。
ありがとうござました。

I live in the Kansai region, but I really enjoyed it. The weather I was worried about held up somehow, and I explored Osaka in a pleasant climate. I definitely recommend it to those from outside the prefecture!

関西圏在住だけどすごく楽しめました。
心配していた天気もなんとかもってくれて、気持ちいい気候の中大阪をぐるっとしました^ ^
県外の方には是非オススメです！

I arrived in Osaka on Peach Aviation on September 29. Since I had some time before checking into the hotel, I joined this tour. It's more economical than purchasing the ferry fare and water buffalo cart tickets separately. After the tour, I strolled around the island, but even though it's the end of September, it was over 30°C and blazing hot. Walking around is quite difficult. I definitely recommend renting a bicycle as well. However, the village has coral sand laid out, which can be slippery; I saw several people slip and fall. It's best to explore the outer roads by bicycle and walk around the village.

9月29日にピーチ航空で大阪から到着。ホテルにチェックインするまで時間があるのでこちらのツアーに参加しました。フェリー代と水牛車のチケットを別々に購入するよりお得です(^^)ツアー終了後は徒歩で島を散策しましたが、9月の終わりとは言え30℃越えのカンカン照り。徒歩で回るには無理があります。是非レンタサイクルもつけましょう。ただし集落内はサンゴ砂が敷き詰めてあるため、よく滑るようで、何人も滑ったり転んだりする人を見ました。外周道路は自転車で、集落内は徒歩で散策するのがオススメです。

The weather was nice, and I enjoyed sightseeing while listening to the guide. I felt like I got to know Osaka a little better. If I have the chance to go again, I would like to try a different course.

お天気も良く、ガイドを聞きながら観光を楽しめました。
さらっと大阪を知れた気分でした。
次回行く機会があれば、違うコースも乗りたいです。

The guide and the driver were both very pleasant, making for a safe and enjoyable trip. During the bus rides, there was no excessive commentary or performance; the announcements and songs were just right, allowing us to relax and not feel bored while traveling by bus.

ガイドさん、運転手の方もとても感じがよく、安心して楽しく旅になりました。
バスの移動の時間も過剰な案内やパフィーマンスはなく、ちょうどよいくらいの案内と歌などを所々で歌ってくださり、ゆっくり休みながらバスでの移動中も退屈することもなく、過ごすことができました。

It was a course where I could enjoy Yakushima for a whole day, both in the morning and afternoon. However, it was a bit rushed, so I couldn't enjoy lunch leisurely, and I also couldn't take my time looking at souvenirs. I wished I had more time.

午前、午後１日屋久島楽しめるコースでした。
ただ、バタバタ過ぎて、お昼ご飯はゆっくり頂けず、お土産もゆっくり見れず。
時間もっと欲しかったです。

It was my first time in Osaka, so I didn't know anything and took a sightseeing bus. I was able to visit the main attractions, which was great and very helpful. After getting off, I moved around by train to the places I enjoyed visiting, and I was very satisfied.

初めての大阪でしたので何も分からず観光バスに乗りましたが主だった所を観光出来とても良かったし、助かりました、下車してからは観光したときに良かったなーと思ったところを電車で移動し大いに満足しました、

Many hotels had pick-up services, and since it was the first hotel, the wait was too long. There was no commentary from the guide, so it felt boring. Also, the small gifts, like stickers, weren't very exciting. I wished we had more time at the aquarium.

多くのホテルにお迎えがあり、最初のホテルだったのでその時間が長すぎました。ガイドの話もなく暇でした。そしてプチプレゼントがシールなどであまり嬉しくなかったです。
また、水族館の時間がもっと欲しかったです。

The shuttle service from the hotel was very helpful. I was able to smoothly arrange for the boat, water buffalo, and cycling. I paid 300 yen for an hour to upgrade to an electric bike on-site, which was a good decision since the roads were sandy and had unexpected ups and downs. Taketomi Island is a wonderful place. You can walk around the village, but definitely try to bike to Nishizaki Pier and Kondoi Beach. You'll be amazed!

ホテルからの送迎があり、とても助かりました。船、水牛、サイクリングとスムーズに手続きできました。自転車は一時間300円を現地で払って電動にしましたが、道が砂地で案外アップダウンがあるので正解でした。竹富島は素敵な島です。集落は歩いても回れますが、西桟橋やコンドイ浜へもぜひ自転車で行ってみて下さい。感動します！

The distance traveled and the walking distance were long, and it was quite challenging in the heat, but I was really happy with the guide's hospitality. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime bus tour. I definitely want to meet this bus guide again and do some sightseeing. Of course, I felt that we efficiently visited the tourist spots, and the cost performance was very high.

移動距離と歩く距離が長く、暑い中でしたので少し大変でしたが、ガイドさんのおもてなしの心がすごく嬉しかったです。本当に一期一会なバスツアーでした。ぜひまた今回のバスガイドさんにお会いして観光したいと思います。もちろん、観光地も効率よく周れてコストパフォーマンスはとても高いと感じました。

The water buffalo Akahachikun was so cute!! The guide's singing voice was wonderful, and I really enjoyed it!! We also decided to rent bicycles, and it was so much fun to pedal together! I want to do it again!

水牛のあかはちくんがとても可愛かった！！
ガイドさんの歌声も素敵で満喫できました！！
サイクリングも追加で借りることになりましたが、みんなで漕ぐのはとても楽しかったです！またやりたい！