All Reviews for Bus Tours

I took the water bus from in front of the Tokyo Skytree during a weekday in Golden Week. The ride on the river was only about 15 minutes, and I think it would have been better if it had been closer to 30 minutes. I also think there should be course options like a downstream ride on the Sumida River.

ゴールデンウィーク中の平日　スカイツリー前より乗車して中川　水陸両用バスに乗って来ました。　川の中には　約15分しかないので、倍近くの30分以上がよかったと思います。
また、隅田川川下り等のコース設定もありと思います。

The tourist spots in the southern part of Okinawa are mostly covered, and both the guide and driver were very pleasant, making for a comfortable half-day experience. Seifa Utaki was a spot recommended by my nephew who lives in Okinawa, and it was great! If you go, definitely use a sightseeing tour! It's inexpensive and not tiring, plus I was able to ask the guide and driver various questions, which deepened my understanding of the local area!

沖縄南部の観光地はだいたい網羅されてて、また、ガイドさんドライバーさんもとっても感じよく半日でしたが快適にすごせました　斎場御嶽(せーふぁうたき）は沖縄に住む甥おすすめのスポットでよかったですよ　　いくならぜひ観光ツアー利用を！！安くて疲れないのに加えてガイドさんやドライバーにいろいろ質問きて地元の理解が深まりました！！

Had a great time on this bus tour however really wish we could have spent more time at each stop. I felt too rushed and couldn't enjoy the places as much as I would have liked. Definitely worth the price and will recommend to friends and family! A chunk of the trip was picking up and dropping off people to their hotels so the bus ride was very long but it was really convenient for us. Also you get free little gifts. We got a piece from the glass house and pineapple ice cream!

I was very satisfied with the one-day tour for 5,500 yen, both in terms of price and time savings. Moreover, both the guide and the driver were pleasant, making for a comfortable experience. The guide's sanshin performance and singing (with sign language included) were delightful, and they also encouraged us to do some exercises in the vehicle, which kept us from getting bored without being pushy. I truly felt this was what hospitality is all about. The guide's hospitality was outstanding.

55００円で一日観光はお値段的にも時間的にも節約できて大変満足です。しかも、ガイドさんもドライバーさんも感じよく快適に過ごせました。ガイドさんのさんしん・歌（しかも手話付）はちょっとしたもので、また、車内での体操も勧めてくれて退屈することなく、かといって押し付けるわけでもなく、これがおもてなしなんだなと感じました。ガイドさんのおもてなしは最高でした

It was a 3-night, 4-day trip during the first half of Golden Week. I was late in making the reservation for a rental car, and it was already impossible to rent one anywhere, but I found this tour and everyone in the family had a great time without a car! 😊

GW前半で3泊4日の旅行でした。レンタカーの予約手配がおそくなり、もうどこも借りられない状態でしたが、こちらのツアーを見つけて、車なしで家族全員が楽しめました＼(^o^)／

I participated during Golden Week. It was a tour departing at 10:30. Since it was a weekday in the middle of the holiday, there were about 15 participants. The tour guide told us that since there were only this many participants, we could sit wherever we liked. We were handed an interpreter iPod for the foreign guests, and we set off. The double-decker bus provided a sense of openness as it was higher than a regular bus. Immediately after departure, we turned left and were surprised at how close we were to Umeda Station. We received explanations about Sonezaki Police Station, Ohatsu Tenjin, Umeda Shinchi, and Yodoyabashi along Midosuji. I learned for the first time that the road connecting Kitamido and Minamido is called Midosuji. I had thought that Mido Hall was only for funerals, so that was a new discovery for me. Then we headed south down the brand street in Shinsaibashi, and the weather was so nice it was almost hot. Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are essential. I also discovered that there are many temples along Sennichimae and Matsuyamachi. We received explanations about the new face of Nipponbashi. After turning at Spa World and passing Tennoji Zoo on the left, we arrived at the drop-off point after turning left onto Tanimachi. I rode all the way to Umeda, but some people got off here. As we headed north on Tanimachi, it was interesting to learn about the temple where Sanada Nobushige was defeated and the origin of the name Tanimachi in sumo. It was an adventure to pass through the ETC gate on the Hanshin Expressway just in time. The hour flew by as we passed Festival Hall and buildings that the Hanshin Expressway runs through.

ゴールデンウィークに参加しました。10：30発のツアーです。連休のハザマの平日ですので参加者は15名くらいかな？添乗員さんがこれだけの参加者ですので好きな座席にお座り下さいと言って頂けました。通訳のipodを外国の方に渡され出発です。2階建てバスなので普通のバスよりもう一段高く開放感があります。出発後すぐに左折して梅田駅の高架ですがすごく近くてビックリです。御堂筋で曽根崎警察、お初天神、梅田新地、淀屋橋など解説いただきました。特に北御堂と南御堂をつなぐ道が御堂筋と解説いただきはじめて知りました。御堂会館はお葬式はするなと思っていたので新発見でした。それから心斎橋のブランド通りを南下してとても天気良く暑いくらいです。帽子やサングラス、日焼け止めは必須ですね。千日前から松屋町筋でお寺の多いのも新発見です。日本橋の新しい顔も解説いただきました。スパワールドを曲がり天王寺動物園を左に見て谷町を左折すると降車場所です。私は梅田まで乗りましたがここで降りられた方もいらっしゃいました。それから谷町を北上すると真田信繁が討ち取られたお寺や、お相撲の谷町の名の由来など面白かったです。阪神高速にのりETCのゲートぎりぎりに通過したのはアドベンチャーです。フェスティバルホール、阪神高速が貫通するビルなどあっという間の1時間です。

Since I had some time until my flight on the last day of my trip, I joined this tour. It was very convenient as I could get on and off near the hotel where I was staying. The bus guide provided detailed explanations about the spots we visited, which was very informative.

旅行最終日のフライトまで時間があったので、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
宿泊していたホテルの近くから乗降車でき、とても便利でした。
車内ではバスガイドの方が、まわるスポットについて詳しく説明してくださりとても勉強になりました。

I participated in the tour of the three islands: Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi for the first time.

During the first half of Golden Week, we were blessed with good weather, and the boat was completely stable, so I was worried about seasickness, but it was a comfortable tour! The mangrove cruise on Iriomote Island, after the rain, showcased the vibrant green of the mangroves contrasting beautifully with the green of Nakama River, making me feel like I had wandered into a jungle. The guide stopped the boat to carefully explain about the mangroves and took us to see the area where Japan's largest Sakishima suou tree grows. It was a massive tree, about 400 years old, and I could feel its power!

On Taketomi Island and Yufu Island, we rode on a water buffalo cart while the guide provided explanations and sang with a shamisen, making the entertainment absolutely wonderful. I had zenzai at a shaved ice shop introduced by the guide. It was the most delicious shaved ice I've ever had. I was truly impressed by the guide's thoughtfulness. Thank you very much!

西表・由布・竹富3島めぐりツアーに初めて参加してきました。

ＧＷの前半でお天気に恵まれ、船も全く揺れることがなく
船酔いを心配してましたが、快適なツアーでした！！
西表島のマングローブクルーズは、雨上がりでマングローブの色鮮やかなグリーンと
仲間川のグリーンのコントラストがジャングルに迷い込んだ感じでした。
ガイドさんは船を止めながらマングローブの説明を丁寧に話してくださったり、
日本最大級のサキシマスオウノキが生えている付近に船をとめて
見てきました。樹齢400年の大きな木でパワーを感じました！！
竹富島と由布島では、水牛車に乗りながらガイドさんの説明と三味線で
歌ってくださりエンターテイメントが最高に素晴らしかったです。
ガイドさんに紹介された、かき氷のお店でぜんざいを食べました。
今まで食べたかき氷で一番美味しかったです。ガイドさんの気配りに感激で
しました。有難うございます。

It was great for those without a car to be able to visit popular tourist spots for this price! I was also happy to see more people than I expected!

I was surprised to find out that the admission fees for each facility were not included, but I guess that's how it is (laughs). It was free to enter or not, and since I had visited the Peace Memorial Park before, I spent time chatting with the souvenir shop lady nearby!

On the way to the airport, I asked the guide if we could stop at the outlet and Chura-san Beach, and they kindly agreed (maybe there was enough time?). Even though it caused some inconvenience to others, I was able to get off along the way! There were others who wanted to stop as well, so it might be good to incorporate that into the tour...?

There is a shuttle bus from the outlet park to the airport, so it was easy on the way back! Thank you for turning my free time on the last day into a fun and fulfilling experience!

車がない人には、この金額で人気の観光名所を回れるのはとても良かったです！
1人の人も思ったよりいたのも嬉しかった！

ただ各施設の入場料も込みだと勘違いしており驚きましたがまあそうでしょうでしょうね（笑）施設に入る入らないは自由でひめゆりの塔は以前にも伺ったことがあったので周りにあるおみやげやさんのおばちゃんとずっと話してました！
そこから空港に向かうのですが、途中にアウトレットと美らさんビーチがあるのでガイドさんに降ろしてもらえないかお願いした所快くOK頂き(時間などの余裕もあったのかな？)皆様にご迷惑をかけながらも途中下車させてもらえました！他にも降りたいという人がいらしたのでツアーの中に取り入れても良いのかも、、、？
アウトレットパークからは連絡バスが空港まで出てるので帰りも楽チンでした！
最終日の空いた時間を楽しい充実した時間に変えていただきありがとうございました！

◾️Iriomote Island
A captivating exotic paradise.
There, a real jungle cruise unfolds that could rival Disneyland...
There's no way to compete because this is the real deal.
The explanation of the mangroves by an equally exotic lady adds color to this cruise. It was a bit disappointing that two of us had to sit separately in a three-person seat.

◾️Yubu Island
An island where people live alongside water buffalo, Yubu Island.
The power is overwhelming, and the family tree in the center of the island marks its history.
The rapidly rising idol, Anzu-chan, has a cuteness that rivals any ordinary idol. "Take a cute photo with the water buffalo," and we ended up taking a cute picture together. Without hesitation, we purchased it for 1,300 yen.
We were thrilled by the many beautiful plants and butterflies‼︎
The brown sugar rum raisin ice cream from the beachside shop is exquisite. You must try it at least once.

◾️Taketomi Island
An island that preserves the good old traditions, Taketomi Island.
The sightseeing guide by the water buffalo, Bansaku, stirs the travelers' emotions. It was a bit disappointing that there wasn't enough time to explore the tourist spots on foot.
I only had time to stop by Kondoi Beach, which impresses beach lovers nationwide; I wished for more time to explore. It would have been even better if we could have chosen to rent bicycles.

◾️Overall
It can be summed up in one word: regrettable.
While the sightseeing was efficient and covered the main points, I wanted something that would leave a lasting impression. Something. When people are moved, the price becomes irrelevant.
If I were to put a price on this cruise, 8,000 yen would be reasonable. Additionally, a shuttle service back to the hotel should be included.
I wish for further success and growth, and I conclude with this note.

◾️西表島
魅惑のエキゾチックいりおもて。
そこには、ディズニーランド顔負けのリアルジャングルクルーズが広がっていた…
勝てる訳がない、何故ならこちらが本物なのだから。
同じくエキゾチックなお姉さんによるマングローブの説明がこのクルーズに彩りを添える。席が3人掛けで2人別れてしまったのはいささか残念だった。

◾️由布島
水牛と共に生きる島、由布島。
その迫力は圧巻、島の中央に備える家系図にはその歴史が刻まれている。
人気急上昇アイドル、あんずちゃん。そんじょそこらのアイドルには負けない可愛さがある。『キレイに撮れ水牛』、と我々まで一緒に可愛く写真を撮ってしまった。迷わず1300円で購入である。
たくさんの美しい植物や、蝶々に感激‼︎
浜辺のアイスクリーム屋さんの黒糖ラムレーズンは絶品。一度ご賞味あれ。

◾️竹富島
古き良き伝統を守る島、竹富島。
水牛の萬作による観光案内は人々の旅情をくすぐる。まわった観光名所を自分の足で回れる時間が無かったのは少々残念だ。
全国のビーチ通を唸らせるコンドイビーチも寄るだけ、探索する時間が欲しかった。レンタサイクルが選べたら尚良かった。

◾️全体
惜しい、の一言に尽きる。
サクサク観光でポイントは抑えている。が激烈に感動する何かが欲しいのだ。何かが。人は感動すればプライスはどうでも良くなる。
もし今回のクルーズにプライスをつけるとしたら8000円が妥当であろう。また、帰りはホテルまでの送迎をつけるべきである。
さらなる飛躍、健闘を祈って末筆とする。

When coming in to any new place to visit, we look for bus tours such as this. The tour was informative and gave us an idea of places we would want to return to and explore fully. The staff was friendly and helpful. I was worried about using a service such as Veltra but I had no problems whatsoever. We plan on doing the bus tour again when friends visit and using Veltra. Highly recommend!

I participated alone, but I had a great time! It was nice to be able to tour Ishigaki Island in half a day. The local guide in the car played the sanshin and sang for us. That was great too. The lunch was very delicious, and the view was wonderful; it was the best! I gave it four stars because the schedule felt a bit rushed, which was a shame.

一人で参加しましたが、楽しめました！
半日で石垣島を観光できたのがよかったです。
車内では名物ガイドのおじさんが三線と歌を聞かせてくれます。
それもまたいいです。
ランチはとても美味しくて、景色もよくて、最高でした！
ちょっとスケジュール的にせわしない感じが残念だったので星4つで。

On April 22, I participated in a tour of the three islands: Iriomote Island, Yufu Island, and Taketomi Island. The weather forecast had predicted rain, but fortunately, we were blessed with good weather! Since my hotel was near Ishigaki Port, I completed the check-in early and was able to board, securing a nice window seat for a comfortable cruising experience.

On Iriomote Island, we enjoyed a boat ride along the Nakama River, which flows through mangrove forests, allowing us to experience the subtropical atmosphere. We also had time to take photos of rare trees like the Sakishima Suo, which I thought was great.

On Yufu Island, we leisurely crossed the island by water buffalo cart and enjoyed beautiful flowers, butterflies, and manta ray beaches. At the Bougainvillea Garden, there were camera stands set up for self-photos, and we were able to take pictures together. Surprisingly, there were not many people, making it quite a hidden gem!

At the butterfly garden, there were golden cocoons, which I definitely recommend seeing. I took my time on Yufu Island, which allowed me to fully enjoy the experience!

Taketomi Island is a small island where we explored coral stone walls, rows of red-tiled houses, and the star sand beach at Kaiji Beach. However, it was unfortunate that we didn't have enough time, and the tour of the town by water buffalo cart felt rushed, leaving little time for taking photos. I think it would have been even better if we could have delayed our return to Ishigaki Island a bit to have more time on Taketomi Island!

Overall, I had a great time touring the three islands with lunch included for this price! (*^▽^*)

４月２２日に、西表島・由布島・竹富島の３島巡りに参加しました。
事前の天気予報では雨だったのですが、うれしいことにお天気に恵まれました！
石垣港の近くのホテルだったので、早めに手続きを済ませ、乗船できたので窓側の良い席が取れて快適なクルージングでした。
　西表島では、マングローブ林の中を流れる仲間川をボートで遊覧し、亜熱帯の雰囲気を味わいました。　サキシマスオウの木等、珍しい木の写真撮影の時間も取ってくれて、良いと思います。
　由布島では、水牛車でゆっくりと島に渡り、島内できれいな花や、蝶々、マンタの浜などを満喫しました。
ブーゲンビレアガーデンでは、セルフで写真が撮れるようにカメラ台も置いてあって、一緒に写真も撮れました。　意外に人が少なくなかなかの穴場ですよ！
蝶々園では、金の繭があり、これは是非見てほしいですね。
由布島での時間をゆっくり取っていたので、存分に楽しめました！
　竹富島は小さな島で、サンゴの石垣と、赤瓦の家並み、星の砂のガイジ浜を巡りました。
しかし、時間に余裕がなく、水牛車での町並み巡りも、写真をじっくり取る時間もなく慌ただしかったのは残念です・・・。　　石垣島へ帰る時間を少し遅らせて、竹富島での時間に余裕が出来れば、もっともっと良かったと思います！
全体的には、３島を巡って、昼食付きでこの料金で、大変楽しかったです(*^▽^*)

I had planned to go to a remote island, but due to the rain forecast the day before, I changed my plans and booked this tour the day before. I was relieved to see that there were several people participating alone as well.

At Sefa Utaki, the ground was a bit uncertain due to the rain from the previous day, but it was not a problem. The guide's thorough explanations were very educational.

Along the way, we had the option to choose between Okinawa World or Shinbaru Beach. I chose the beach. We had about an hour and a half, and I was able to ride a glass-bottom boat and then take a break at a café.

I had a very fulfilling time. Thank you very much.

離島に行く予定でしたが、前日の天気予報で雨だったので 予定を変更して 前日にこちらのツアーを申し込みました。
ひとりで参加している方も数名いて安心しました。
斎場御嶽は前日の雨で足元が不安でしたが、問題なかったです。
ガイドさんの丁寧な説明でとても勉強になりました。
途中、おきなわワールドか新原ビーチの選択ができました。わたしはビーチを選択しました。１時間半くらい時間がありグラスボートに乗ってからカフェでひと休みすることも出来ました。
とても充実した時間を過ごす事が出来ました。
ありがとうございました。

Driving on the Shuto Expressway felt like riding a roller coaster, and it was so much fun!! The prices are reasonable, and since it departs near Tokyo Station, I think the access is very good too.＾＾

特に首都高を走ったのがジェットコースターに乗っているかのような感覚で楽しかったです！！お値段もお手頃ですし、東京駅近くから出発なのでアクセスもとても良いと思います＾＾

I participated in a tour of the three islands: Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi. First, I was picked up by bus at my accommodation. The bus driver was friendly, and his careful driving made me feel safe.

Upon arriving at Ishigaki Port, I completed the check-in and received my tickets. The place was bustling with more people than I had expected. We had some time to spare before the boat's departure, so I took a stroll around the port area. There were statues of famous people, and before I knew it, it was time for the boat to leave.

We first arrived at Iriomote Island. We cruised along the river, receiving thorough explanations at key points, which made it easy to understand. We even had time to take photos by a large tree, making for a very satisfying Iriomote Island experience.

Next, we crossed to Yufu Island by water buffalo cart. The island had a botanical garden and a gelato shop, and I enjoyed it so much that I wished I had more time. Lunch was also provided, and it was delicious, leaving me very satisfied.

Finally, we went to Taketomi Island. We took our time exploring the island by water buffalo cart. Riding around the scenery I had seen in magazines was fantastic. I was truly happy to end the tour feeling very satisfied. I'm glad I chose this tour.

西表･由布･竹富3島めぐり ツアーに参加してきましたー。
まずは宿泊場所までバスにてお迎えがありました。
バスの運転手も気さくな方で運転も丁寧で安心できました。
石垣港に到着しまして、受付を済ましチケット等をいただきました。
当日は予想を超える人で賑わっておりました。
船の出発時間まで少し時間ができましので港付近を散歩をしました。
有名な方の銅像などあり、暇をすることなく、あっという間に船の出発時間になりました。
まずは西表島に着きました。
リバーをクルーズし、要所要所で丁寧な説明を受け分かりやすかったです。
大きな木のところで写真を撮る時間もいただき大満足な西表島観光でした。
次に由布島に水牛車で渡りました。
島では植物園などジェラート屋などもあり、時間が足りないぐらい満喫できました。
昼食も用意されていまして、味もおいしく大満足できました。
最後に竹富島に行きました。
水牛車で島内を時間かけて周りました。
雑誌で見たことある景色を水牛車で周るのは最高でした。
大満足でツアーを終了することができ本当によかったです。
このツアーを選んでよかったです。

Overall, for 1,400 yen, being picked up nearby and having the history of Okinawa explained at three locations was a great deal. I am very satisfied.

とにかく1400円で近くまで迎えに来てくれて、三箇所周り沖縄の歴史を説明してくれるまでを考えると、かなりお得なプランでした。大満足です。

After contacting them, we were picked up at the hotel. Two elderly couples and two boys, aged 5 and 9, boarded the boat and arrived in about 10 minutes. A glass-bottom boat was waiting for us, and we enjoyed a leisurely ride on a water buffalo while admiring the beautiful coral. Since we had free time, we rented bicycles and enjoyed a pleasant cycling experience while searching for star sand in the coral sea. We then took the boat back and were dropped off at the hotel. It was an excellent tour.

連絡の上にホテル迄の迎え、荷物もなしに身軽に年配の2組の夫婦に5才と9才の男の子が船に乗って、10分位で到着。すぐにグラスボートが待っていて素晴らしいサンゴを見てゆっくりと水牛に乗っての散歩、時間が自由なので自転車を借りてサンゴの海でゆっくり星の砂を探し気持ちの良いサイクリングを楽しみ又船に乗り、ホテル迄送って貰いました。申し分ないツァーでした。

Visit to the butterfly park was surprisingly wonderful but just about 15 minutes self tour would be really a deadly rush. Sufficient time to fool around the Churaumi Aquarium after the light lunch. Thumbs up ! Pineapple park tour was related products hard sell yet a good try. The last stop was merely a stop. After all, visit to the Churaumi Aquarium alone worth the value of the whole tour.

I went on this tour a couple days ago. The pick up location was somewhat easy to find after I went to the tourist information center, but they could use a small map or some pictures of exactly where to meet. The bus was new and in good condition. The seats are a bit small especially for tall people. The audio device was helpful but two third of the time it was playing classical music. They could use some upgrades or additions to the audio device files for it to be more informative. The tour guide seemed to be saying a lot more in Japanese than the audio guide was delivering. The audio guide itself was a sony walkman/ipod looking thing. It was also new and in good condition they also supply a pair of headphones, but I would bring my own if possible. All in all it was a good experience and worth the money.

It was good and on time. Although it rained in the morning when we rode the open air bus.

It was raining a lot the entire time we were on the tour. At the Imperial Palace, there was no time to roam around because we were following the guide and the group took many pictures under the rain. At Asakusa, we were allowed to roam around on our own and strolled along the shops at our own pace. However, we had to wait for everyone at the tour to get back on the bus. Some people choose this to be their last stop and we lost time due to miscommunication. We ended up with less than 10 minutes to spend at the outer fish market.

The main highlights of this tour is the bus ride with the audio commentary and the buffet lunch. The lunch location overlooks the bridge and statue of liberty - spectacular view. There is not enough time to explore the stops provided in the tour. It is best to choose an area to explore and have the bus drop you off as your last stop. We chose Shibuya as our last stop and walked back to Shinjuku.

Other Tips:
1. This tour is good for people arriving on the first day and dont want to explore too much.
2. If you want to eat Japanese food, i would suggest not selecting the lunch. We were full from the American lunch and did not have room to eat dinner!
3. If you like to explore and walk at your own pace (whether fast or slow), then you should not select this tour.

I had Mount Fuji on my bucket list and it was simply breathtaking. I was very lucky as the weather was just right to have a spectacular view from Lake Kawaguchi. We made it to the fourth station on Mount Fuji but the clouds had rolled in by then. If I had to make one recommendation to the tour, I would ask for more time at Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi and less time at the Ninja village. (That was a little weak)

On April 11, I participated in a monitor ride on a two-story open-deck bus. I had been looking forward to it since I saw it on the news. We rode the bus and toured Osaka from the high seats. I discovered a mix of old and new Osaka, including historic temples in the temple district and the modern Abeno Harukas. There were many places I wanted to revisit later. The guide provided clear explanations at various spots during the ride, which was very helpful.

Inside the bus, there was a diverse mix of travelers, including families from Spain, couples, and groups of friends. Unfortunately, the temperature was low that day, and we had to wrap ourselves in the blankets we borrowed while shivering through the tour, but it turned out to be a fun and satisfying day. After getting off the bus, I immediately walked towards the Daido Life Building, which became famous from a morning drama I saw from the bus. Unfortunately, it was closed on Mondays, so I couldn't visit, but I plan to go again when I get the chance. Of course, I also intend to ride the Umeda course. Thank you for that day.

４月１１日に２階建てオープンデッキバスのモニター乗車に参加しました。
ニュースで見てから楽しみにしていた、
バスに乗車して高い座席の上から大阪市内を巡りました。昔から存在する由緒あるお寺がある寺町や近代的なあべのハルカスなど新旧混在し新しくなった大阪を発見できました。後日、ピンポイントで再度訪れたいと思う場所がたくさんありました。
ガイドさんが走行中のところどころのスポットでタイミングよく説明され非常にわかりやすかったです。
バスの中は、スペインからの旅行中の家族や、ご夫婦、友達グループなど多士済々国際色豊かでした。当日はあいにく気温が低くお借りした毛布をかぶって震えながらのツアーに
なりましたが楽しく満足できた一日になりました。降車後早速バスから見た朝ドラで有名になった大同生命ビルを目指して歩きました。残念ながら月曜休館とのことで見学はできませんでしたが機会を見つけて再度行く予定です。もちろん梅田コースにも乗車しようと思っています。当日はありがとうございました。

I signed up because I could get to the airport at just the right time. To be honest, I wasn't expecting much, but I had a great time.

If the weather had been nice, it would have been perfect, but unfortunately, it was cloudy. Even so, I enjoyed a delicious lunch at a restaurant with an outstanding view.

The guide's sanshin and yunta made me feel like I was in Ishigaki, and I appreciated the detailed explanations.

丁度いい時間に空港まで行けるので申し込みました。
実をいうと余り期待していなかったのですが、楽しかったです。

お天気が良ければ最高だったのですが、あいにくの曇り空。
それでも、眺めが抜群のレストランでの昼食をおいしくいただきました。

ガイドさんの三線とユンタは、石垣に居るぞって実感できましたし、
詳しい説明も有りがたかったです。

The temperature had turned from the previous day's chill to a warm and refreshing tour day. I participated with my daughter on a cute red bus. Perhaps because it was a weekday, there were only two groups, so I felt a bit sorry for Kintetsu, but it was more comfortable as it felt like a private tour. I have lived in Osaka for about 25 years, so I was familiar with the routes around Umeda and Namba, but the view from the open-roof bus revealed sights I had never seen before, and I was immediately moved after we set off. I was excited to see the buildings around Umeda Station from a high vantage point, exclaiming, "Wow!"

Even though I thought, "I always pass through here," the scenery was different from a higher perspective. As we entered Midosuji, the ginkgo trees lined the street. Instead of looking up at the trunks, I noticed the green leaves of the ginkgo. The traffic lights and signposts seemed within reach! It was so much fun! The guide shared many things I didn’t know, even after living in Osaka for years, and I discovered, "Wow! I didn’t know this was here!"

Eventually, we looked up at Abeno Harukas from close by and returned to our starting point in Umeda. I joined the tour thinking it would feel nice to ride a bus from such a high place, but it exceeded my expectations!

前日の気温の低さから一転、暖かい爽やかなツアー日和可愛い赤いバスに乗って娘と２人参加しました。平日のせいか、2組の参加で近鉄さんには申し訳ないのですが貸切状態でより快適でした大阪には25年程住んでおり梅田、難波など通りなれたコースではありましたが、屋根が空いたバスからの景色は今まで見た事のない景色が広がり、出発してからすぐ感動〜✨高い所から見上げる梅田駅周辺のビル街に｢凄～い！｣と興奮！
ここいつも通ってるなぁ、と思いながらも目に入る景色は
高い視線からでいつもと違う～
御堂筋に入ると銀杏並木。見上げなくても目に入るのは幹
ではなく銀杏の緑の葉。信号機や案内標識は手を伸ばせば届きそうな所に！も〜！も～！楽しい〜ガイドさんの案内は長年大阪に住んでいても知らない事をたくさん教えて貰えて｢え！こんな所にこんなのがあったんだー！｣と発見出来る事も
やがてあべのハルカスを近くで見上げて出発地点の梅田に戻ります。
あんな高い所に座って走るバスは気持ち良いだろうな～というキッカケで参加しましたが期待以上のツアーでした！

The guide acknowledges that this is a fast-paced tour. It's perfect for those who want to see the highlights and finish sightseeing by the afternoon. I wanted to visit the Sefa Utaki, but since the public bus service was extremely limited, I joined this tour instead.

Sefa Utaki is truly a power spot. It might be a place better suited for a quiet visit alone, but since the guide provides detailed explanations, I recommend taking the tour for your first visit. The next stop, Gyokusendo Cave, can be passed through quickly, allowing time to enjoy local beer near the exit. Finally, the Himeyuri Monument is a must-visit when in Okinawa. I hope this place remains preserved.

ガイドさんも認めていますが、早回り、駆け足のツアーです。見所はしっかり回れるので午前中でなんとか観光をすませたいという方にはピッタリかと。わたしは斎場御嶽に行きたかったのですが公共のバスの本数が極端に少なかったのでこちらのツアーに参加しました。
斎場御嶽はまさにパワースポット。1人でひっそりと訪れるのが向いている場所かもしれませんが、ガイドさんが細かいことまで丁寧に説明してくださるので一度目はツアーがおすすめです。その次の玉泉洞は、少し急ぎ足で鍾乳洞を通過すれば、出口付近にある地ビールやでビールを飲む時間は確保できます。最後のひめゆりの塔は、沖縄に来たら必ず訪れるべき場所です。この場所が風化しないことを祈ります。

Although I was a week late for the cherry blossom season, it might have actually been a good thing, as there were no crowds and I could easily get around everywhere.

First, I visited Fushimi Inari. Since it was my first stop and due to the location, it was impossible to see everything within the time limit.

The second place I went to was Kiyomizu-dera. The distribution of time was fine here, and the location was good, which made it enjoyable.

I highly recommend visiting Kinkaku-ji as my third stop. The scenery is wonderful.

It was my first visit since my student days, and experiencing Kyoto again with the passing years felt different and truly lovely.

Although I was traveling alone, most of the other guests were foreigners, and the tour guide was very kind, which was great. There were no issues traveling alone. However, it would be wise to check the meeting place in advance.

Also, today I'm heading to Guam, and I'm participating in another tour with Bell Tours. The monitor tour is very reasonable and definitely worth using.

I'm sure there will be plenty of enjoyable experiences.

桜の時期には一週間遅れたけれど、
それが逆に良かったのか、激込みというところがなく、どこもスイスイ行けました。

まずは伏見稲荷は一番最初に行きましたが、ここは最初だということもあり、場所てきな問題もあり全てを回ることは、時間内には無理でした。

２番目に行ったのは、清水寺。
ここは、問題ない配分でしたし、ロケーションはよいし良かったですね。

３番目の金閣寺は是非行ってみてほしいです。

景観が素晴らしいですよ。

学生以来の再行きでしたが、年を重ねての京都はまた、違った趣が感じられ、ほんとに素敵。


一人旅ではありましたが
ほぼ、他のお客様は外人さんでしたが、添乗員さんがとても親切で、良かったです。
一人旅でもなにも問題はありません。
ただ集合場所だけは下見をしておいた方が賢明。


また、今日にはグアムに行くので、
またベルとらさんのツアーに参加しています。
モニタツアーもあり、とてもリ－ズナブルで
利用価値ありです。

たくさん楽しめること間違いないです。

My wife and i joined this tour and we were absolutely delighted with our decision. This bus tour took us around osakas main tourist attractions including tennoji, umeda, namba, nipponbashi and Dotombori. The weather was nice and the feeling of the breeze from the roof open deck was amazing. We were greeted with a nice lady who accepted our veltra voucher and lead us up to the rooftop reserved seats. She then gave us an ipod recorder to use as english translation. We learnt many things about the city and its history. The bus was in excellent condition as new and the whole journey took about an hour and a half. We would definitely come again!

The guide's talk was enjoyable and it was really great. The reason for one star minus is that the food was not delicious.

ガイドさんの喋りも楽しく♫凄く良かったです。
星マイナス一つの理由は、食事が美味しく無かったです。