All Reviews for Sightseeing Tours

I have been to Okinawa several times, but on the last day, I had some free time in the morning and decided to use this tour since I had never been to Sefa Utaki and the price was very reasonable. Sefa Utaki felt like a power spot and had a majestic presence. The Himeyuri Monument reminded me of a school trip. I chose Okinawa World as an optional activity, and even though it was my second time at Gyokusendo Cave, it was still impressive. The designated hotel option was convenient, and they even dropped us off at the airport at the end, which was very helpful.

　沖縄は何度か行っているのですが、最終日午前中に時間が空いており、
斎場御嶽は行ったことがなく、値段も格安でしたので、こちらのツアーを
利用しました。斎場御嶽はパワースポットという感じで威厳がありました。
ひめゆりの塔は修学旅行の感じがしました。ＯＰでおきなわワールドを
選択しましたが、玉泉洞は２度目でしたが、見応えありました。
指定ホテルも可能ですし、最後なら空港でも降ろしてくれるので
非常に便利でした。

I've loved whales since I was young, and I wanted to see one up close at least once in my life, so I participated in this tour. Since they are wild animals, I listened to the guide's explanation that encountering them depends on luck, which made me nervous, but fortunately, we encountered a mother and her calf. I've seen footage on TV, but seeing them in person was incredibly moving. The kids were also thrilled! If you're not good on boats, it might be a good idea to take some motion sickness medication beforehand.

昔からクジラが好きで、一生のうちで一回は間近でクジラを見てみたくて参加しました。自然の生き物なので、時期的に遭遇出来るかは運だとガイドさんの説明を聞いて、ドキドキしましたが、幸運にも親子のクジラに遭遇できました。テレビなどで映像は見たことがありましたが、やはり実物は最高に感動しました。子供たちも大喜びしてました～。船が苦手な方は事前に酔い止めの薬を飲んでおいたほうがいいかもです。

This Bus Tour was excellent! Our family enjoyed it very much. We split our week between Naha and Onna cities. We took the bus from Kencho-mae in Naha with our luggages to the Churaumi Aquarium and got dropped off at Rizzan Seapark Tancha Bay. This took care of our transportation between Naha to Onna. Very nice Tour guide and bus driver. We would definitely use Veltra again when we go to Okinawa. Thank you!!

About 15 minutes from Ishigaki Port Ferry Terminal, upon landing at Taketomi Port, a shuttle bus is waiting to take you to the center of the village located almost in the middle of the island. After about 5 minutes, you arrive at the place where the water buffalo carts depart, and from there, a 30-minute water buffalo cart tour begins. You progress between traditional Yaeyama buildings characterized by coral stone walls and red-tiled roofs. The classic "Asiriya Yunta" is sung by the driver and guide accompanied by the sanshin, filling the journey with a sense of adventure. It's significantly cheaper than paying for the ferry and water buffalo cart tour separately.

石垣港離島ターミナルから約１５分、竹富港に上陸すると、島のほぼ中央にある集落の中心に向かう送迎バスが待っている。５分ほどで水牛車の発着する場所に到着し、そこから約３０分の水牛車観光が始まる。サンゴの石を積み重ねた垣根と赤瓦の屋根が特徴な八重山の伝統的な建物の間を進む。定番の「安里屋ユンタ」も御者兼ガイドさんが三線の伴奏で唄って、一気に旅情が満たされる旅となりました。船代と水牛車観光を別々に支払うよりかなり格安。

It was a very efficient tour that allowed us to visit Taketomi Island, Iriomote Island, and Yufu Island. I hope to participate in various tours again if the opportunity arises.

竹富島、西表島、由布島を効率的にまわることができ非常に効率的なツアーでした。また機会があれば色々なツアーに参加させて頂ければと考えております

I gained energy from the power spot. The walking course at Oishi Mountain Forest is just the right distance and allows you to enjoy both the sea and the mountains. For lunch, I recommend a beautiful restaurant with a view of the beach where you can relax and eat. After enjoying a leisurely lunch, we headed to the aquarium and stayed for about two hours. I was very satisfied that we could take our time and play without rushing. I plan to go again.

パワースポットで元気をもらいました。大石山林で距離的にちょうどいい散歩コースは海も山も満喫できます。お昼はビーチの見える綺麗なレストランでゆっくり食べられてオススメです。ゆっくりお昼を食べてから水族館へ向かい、2時間ぐらい滞在しました。急がらなくてのんびり遊べるのは大変満足しました。また行こうと思います。

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island, so I applied for the tour without hesitation. The content was fulfilling and it was very good. However, since I chose the bus tour on Taketomi Island, I wished I could have taken it a bit slower.

初めての石垣島だったので、迷いなくツアー申し込みをしました。内容も充実していて、とてもよかったです。ただ竹富島はバス観光を選んだので、もう少しゆっくりしたかったです。

I think renting a bicycle is the best option on Taketomi Island since it's a small island. Unfortunately, the weather during my visit wasn't great, so I couldn't enjoy the scenery, but I was able to relax. I was impressed by the Ryukyu architecture under construction that I included in the photo; I'm not sure if it's a private home or commercial, but it's a style that you rarely get to see.

竹富島は狭い島なのでレンタサイクルがベストだと思います。今回の良好ではあいにくの天気で景色どころではなかったですが、のんびりと過ごすことが出来ました。写真に載せた建築中の琉球建築は民家か商用かは不明ですが滅多に観ることが出来ない様式に感動しました。

On the tour date of February 3rd, there were many foreign participants, and it felt like I was part of a foreign tour. The guide was very articulate, and the driver provided a comfortable ride, which made me very satisfied. We were able to sightsee efficiently, and the price was reasonable, which was great. If I have the opportunity to hear the sound of the sanshin in the future, I think I will remember this tour. It left a deep impression on me.

ツアー参加日は、2/3が外国人の方で、何だか外国人ツアーに参加したようでした。お話のお上手なガイドさんと 心地良い運転のドライバーさんで、大満足でした。効率よく観光でき、料金もお値打ちで良かったです。今後、三線の音色を耳にする機会があるとすれば、このツアーを思い出すと思います。それ程、印象深いものになりました。

This is my fourth time participating, timed to match the departure of the flight.
You can't complain about being able to do this much sightseeing at such a low price.
But am I a rain man? I've encountered rain three times.
Make sure to bring a folding umbrella just in case!

飛行機の出発時間に合わせ今回が4度目の参加。
低価格でこれだけ観光できるので文句なしです。
ただ雨男？3回も雨にアタッてます。
いざという時の為に折り畳み傘は必ず持参しましょう！！

I visited many places for the first time and was satisfied. One disappointing aspect was that there were few participants (only 14), and I was the only Japanese person. I wonder why, considering so many people are flocking to the southern region. Both Cape Hedo and the Great Stone Forest were wonderful, and the meal at Nikko Okuma was amazing. The Churaumi Aquarium was about what I expected, but I found it strange that there weren't more Japanese visitors.

始めていったところが多く、満足した。残念だったことは参加者が少なかった（１４名）こともあるが、日本人が自分一人だったこと。南部にはたくさんの人が押し寄せているのになんでだろう。辺戸岬も大石林山も素晴らしかったし、ニッコーオオクマの食事もすごかった。美ら海水族館はあんなものだろうが、どうして日本人が来ないのか不思議だった。

I participated with the purpose of visiting the Himeyuri Monument. The place I stopped by, Sefa Utaki, was great. I arrived early, and I really liked the calm atmosphere. It was a bit disappointing that the tour was quite busy, as we arrived at the airport by noon.

ひめゆりの塔を目的に参加しました。
立ち寄ったところでは斎場御嶽がよかったです。到着した時間もはやく、落ち着いた雰囲気が気に入りました。
昼には空港に到着というツアーでかなり忙しいのは残念でした。

I have visited Okinawa Prefecture for tourism several times in the past, but this time, I participated in the Okinawa Regular Sightseeing Bus for the first time. Considering the number of spots we visited for a day trip, I was mindful of the time for my return flight. Of course, as mentioned in the tour's guidelines, I made sure to participate with more than two hours of buffer time before my flight. The bus guide consistently reminded passengers to adhere to the sightseeing schedule, allowing us to move to the next spot with plenty of time, which was very reassuring. Thank you to the guide and the driver. If I have the chance, I would like to participate in another course as well.

過去十数回、沖縄県に観光に来ていますが今回、沖縄定期観光バスに始めて参加しました。日帰りツアーの割りには訪れるスポットが多いので帰りの飛行機の時間を気にしながら参加しましたむろん、ツアーの注意事項にありました通りに飛行機の時間は２時間以上の余裕をみての参加でした。バスガイドさんが乗客に観光時間を厳守するように毎回呼びかけて下さり、余裕をもって次の観光スポットへの移動ができて大安心な工程で周れることができました。ガイドさん運転手さん有難うございました。また、チャンスがあれば別のコースにも参加してみたいと思います。

We left the hotel at 7:30 AM and arrived at Naha Airport as scheduled at 1:00 PM. We were able to board our flight at 1:40 PM without any rush. I was satisfied just to have joined the tour to visit "Seifa Utaki." All entrance fees and other costs are to be purchased individually on-site. There were some people who arrived late for the departure time, but it seems that the schedule accounted for that. This tour may not be suitable for those who want to take their time sightseeing at various locations.

ホテルを7時30分に出発してから予定通り13時には那覇空港に到着
慌てることなく13時40分発の飛行機にも乗れました。
「斎場御嶽(せーふぁうたき)」に行きたくて申し込んだツアーだったのでそれだけで満足です。
入園料等はすべて現地で各自購入します。
出発時間に遅れてくる方々もいらっしゃいましたがそれも見越しての時間配分だったようです。
各所をゆっくり観光したいという方には向きません。

I was thinking about how to spend half a day until my afternoon flight when I found this bus tour and decided to join. The time allocation allows for a thorough look at the attractions, so the satisfaction level for this price is very high! After all, it's very reassuring to enjoy the sights on a sightseeing bus without having to drive a rental car, while listening to the guide's explanations! I was able to fully enjoy the scenery from the window!

午後の飛行機までの半日をどうしようか考えていたところ、このバスツアーを見つけ参加しました。
名所もじっくり見れる時間配分なのでこのお値段で満足度は非常に高いでしょう！
何せ自分でレンタカー運転せずに観光バスでゆったり、ガイドさんの説明を聞きながらなのでとても安心です！車窓からの景色をしっかり楽しめました！

The mangrove cruise does feel a bit rushed, but I think it's good for those who don't want to paddle a canoe or don't have the stamina. The ox cart was cute with the oxen, and I enjoyed listening to the sanshin music, which made me very satisfied. The awamori gelato at the café on Yufu Island was delicious.

マングローブクルーズは駆け足感が否めませんが、カヌーに乗りたくない体力のない方や疲れたくない方には良いかと思います。
牛車は牛が可愛いし、三線も聞けて、大変満足しました。
由布島にあるカフェの泡盛のジェラートが美味しかった。

Since the places I want to visit are included in this course, this is actually my second time participating. I really like it, so I will probably participate a third time as well. Thank you very much.

行きたいところがこのコースに入っているので実は2度目の参加です。大変気に入っているので、3度目の参加も近いことでしょう。ありがとうございました。

The day before the bus tour, I ran the NAHA Marathon. The purpose of my trip to Okinawa was the NAHA Marathon, which I participated in for the first time last year. This time, I struggled to maintain my usual pace and barely managed to finish, which made me lose a bit of confidence. I decided to join this bus tour because I wanted to see the actual course I ran. It ended up providing even more than I expected. Looking at the course from the bus, I was once again impressed that I had managed to run such a challenging route the day before. Moreover, the temperature rose to 28.2 degrees, and in the second half, the sun was beating down directly from behind me. I was pouring water over my head as my energy dwindled and my legs felt heavy. But the support from the spectators was incredible... ice pops, cola, mandarins... various forms of assistance kept coming from the people cheering me on, and I felt like I was saved. As I reminisced about my desperate run during yesterday's marathon while viewing the course from the bus, I felt an indescribable emotion. Before that, I visited the Himeyuri Memorial Museum, where I learned about the stark disparities in life between the current peace in Japan and the horrors of war. I reflected on my current environment with gratitude. Although it's just a full marathon, I will continue to practice as much as I can and challenge myself again in the NAHA Marathon. This time, I plan to pay my respects at the Himeyuri Tower along the way and aim for a sub-four-hour finish, which I reconsidered during the bus tour.

バス観光の前日、NAHAマラソンを走ってきました。沖縄に来た目的は、昨年初めて参加したNAHAマラソンです。今回のフルマラソンはいつものペースが出せずやっとのことでフィニッシュが出来、少し自信を無くしかけていました。この観光バスツァを決めたのは、実際どんなコースを走っているのか知りたかったからです。それが、このツァでそれ以上の結果もたらしてくれました。バスの中からこのコースを見ると、よくもこんな険しいコースを前日走りきったなぁと改めて感心しました。その上、気温が28.2度まで上がり後半は背後から太陽が直接当たり、水を頭からかぶってますます体力が落ちて足が上がらない後半のコース。でも沿道の応援から援助の手が・・・チュチュのアイスが、コーラが、みかんが・・・・色んな援助の手が切れることなく応援してくれる人々に命拾いしたなぁ～～と、昨日のマラソンで必死に走ってる自分をこのコースをバスの中から見て回想していると何とも言えない気分になりました。その前にひめゆりの塔の資料館に行き、日本の現在の平和と戦争当時の悲惨さのあまりにも不公平な人生の格差を知り、今の環境を感謝しながら、たかがフルマラソン、それでもフルマラソンと精いっぱいこれからも練習して、また、NAHAマラソンに挑戦し、今度は途中でひめゆりの塔をお参りしてサブフォーを目指そうとバス観光で考えなおしました。

I will write down what I noticed.

Negative points...
1. I participated with a foreign friend. I was relieved because it was supposed to be multilingual support, but on the day of the event, the machine was broken and could not be used. I was quite disappointed about this.
2. There was a restroom break on the way to Oishi Forest Park, but we left without picking up one passenger. (The tour guide did not count the number of people.)
3. The explanations from the tour guide were not clear, which left the guests (mostly foreigners) quite confused.

Positive points...
1. The beach in front of JAL Private Resort Okuma, where we had lunch, was very beautiful. I recommend finishing lunch early and taking a stroll on the beach.
2. Overall, the itinerary was relaxed, so I didn't get too tired and was able to fully enjoy Okinawa.

気づいた事を書きます。

マイナス点・・・
１．外人の友達と一緒に参加しました。多言語対応ということだったので安心していたのですが、当日は機械が故障していて使えませんでした。この件に関してはかなり残念でした。
２．大石林山に行く途中にトイレ休憩がありましたが、そこで乗客を（一名）を乗せず出発してしまう。（添乗員が人数を数えない）
３．添乗員さんの説明が明瞭でないので客（ほぼ外人さん）はかなり困惑してました。

プラス点・・・
１．昼食会場のJALプライベートリゾートオクマ前のビーチがとても綺麗でした。早めに昼食を終えて、ビーチ散策をお勧めします。
２．全体的にゆったりとした行程なのであまり疲れず、沖縄を満喫できました。

As someone traveling alone without renting a car, it was a very fulfilling trip.

The bus was spacious, which was great.

It was disappointing that the buffet had a limited selection.

Personally, the time spent at the aquarium was just right, and I was able to see the dolphin show.

一人旅でレンタカーも借りない身としては、非常に充実した旅になりました。

バスも広々で、良かったです。

バイキングの品数が少なかったのは残念でした。

水族館の滞在時間も個人的にはちょうど良く、イルカショーも見れました。

I'm glad I was able to visit various places in a short amount of time.

It would have been even better if there was a guide for comfortable walking shoes in the pamphlet. Fortunately, I happened to be wearing sneakers, so I was able to walk well.

短い時間であちこち回れてよかったです。

パンフレットに歩きやすい靴の案内があれば、更によかったです。
偶然にもスニーカーだったので、しっかり歩けました。

The schedule was just right with all the classic spots. Also, the guide not only taught us various things but also sang and danced with us. I really felt the Okinawan vibe. It became an unforgettable trip.

スポト全部定番で、スケジュールちょうどいいと思います。
そして、ガイドさん色々教えいただいてだけではなく、バズに歌ったり踊ったり。いい沖縄風を感じました。忘れられない旅になった。

The morning is early, but I was able to do various sightseeing! I especially recommend the power spots! You can see mystical scenery!

朝は早いけど、いろんな観光ができました！
パワースポットが特におすすめです！神秘的な光景が見られます！

We had three hours to spend at the aquarium but will be good if the hours can be extended. However we managed to enjoy the dolphin show at 230pm (but then quickly ran to chase the bus afterwards. Bus departs at 3pm). The recommended time to watch the dolphin show is at 130pm.
When you walk in to the entrance of the aquarium, you can get your photo captured for free (only for the small-sized photo but good enough to serve as memory. If you wish to buy an enlarged photo, then you will have to purchase it). Just be prepared to queue up.

We seem to enjoy the Pineapple Park more than Butterfly Farm (lunch is no good :(

Last but not least, we had a very polite Japanese tour guide. however English may be difficult to understand for her. Audio guide is provided but would be perfect if the tour guide can speak English so that we can have more interaction.

Thank you for your assistance this time.
Around ten minutes past the scheduled time, a blue bus with a painted whale shark came to pick us up at the hotel.
The bus was almost full, which shows how popular this course is.

This time, we visited the Churaumi Aquarium at my husband's strong request, and even a three-hour stay was not enough to see everything; it became a fun memory.
Additionally, I thought the price was a great deal considering it included entrance fees and lunch at places like Pineapple Park and the Ryukyu Mura Butterfly Garden.

For lunch, we had Okinawa soba, which had a bit of a light topping, but the soup was delicious.
Although there is a difference of just under two hours in the order of hotel pickups between the first and last hotels, I recommend it for those who can enjoy that aspect.

この度はお世話になりました。
予定の時刻より１０分ほど過ぎた頃にジンベイザメが描かれた青いバスが
ピックアップ場所のホテルに迎えに来てくれました。
バスはほぼ満席でこのコースの人気のほどがうかがえます

今回は夫の強い要望で「美ら海水族館」が目的でしたが
３時間滞在でも足りないほど見所のある水族館は楽しい思い出となりました。
その他、パイナップルパークや琉宮城の蝶蝶園など入園料や昼食付きで
この価格はお得だと思いました。

昼食は沖縄そばで具は少しでしたがスープが美味しかったです。
ピックアップのためあちこちのホテルに寄る順番が最初と最後のホテルでは
２時間弱の差がありますが
それも楽しめるという方にはお勧めです。

In the morning, I noticed at the Ishigaki Island boarding area that there are numerous tour operators. Departure times vary depending on the boat (tour company). With so many options, you can choose a provider that fits your schedule. I was amazed by the star sand on the beach; it's worth seeing at least once. The ox cart experience feels sufficient after just one time. It moves leisurely around the nearby area.

朝　石垣島の乗船場で気づいたのですが、数多くのツアー企画業者がいます。
出発時間も船（ツアー社）によって異なります。
選択肢が多いので、自分の時間の都合にマッチした業者選択が可能です。
海岸での星の砂には驚きました。一度見る価値はあります。
牛車は一度経験すれば十分な感じ。ゆったりと近場を移動します。

Riding a water buffalo cart and visiting Taketomi Island had been my long-time dream, and this time, both dreams came true at once! The hotel and port transfers, explanations at the port, and guidance along the way were all smooth, and I didn't feel any stress at all. The staff at each facility we visited were very friendly and seemed accustomed to dealing with tourists. I was a bit anxious about not being able to choose the lunch menu, but it had a good amount of Okinawan ingredients and was delicious! Since I used a rental bicycle on Taketomi Island, I was able to explore at my own pace and decide my return time, which was great. I think this course is highly recommended for those visiting remote islands for the first time!

水牛車に乗る事と竹富島に行く事が長年の夢だったので、今回一気に夢が叶いました！
ホテルと港の送迎、港での説明、途中の案内もスムーズで何もストレスを感じませんでした。
途中お世話になった各施設のスタッフの方々も、観光客慣れされてるようでとても親切でした。
昼食のメニューが選べないのが不安だったのですが、適度に沖縄食材が入っていて美味しかったです♪
竹富島ではレンタサイクルを利用したので、マイペースに回れて帰りの時間も自分で決められて良かったです。
初めて離島巡りをされる方にはオススメのコースだと思います！

Although we do not understand Japanese, we can feel the hospitality of our tour guide. She sang us 3 Japanese songs and they were nice. The tour expense covers only the transportation cost but it is still value for money. The translation kit does not work.

I participated in the half-day tour that started early in the morning. I was satisfied to be able to visit the World Heritage Site, Sefa Utaki. While it felt like there might not be enough time to explore leisurely, the guide provided explanations and efficiently took us around, allowing us to have a fulfilling experience. It was also nice that we were dropped off at Kokusai Street. Thank you very much.

朝早くからの半日ツアーだったので参加しました。
世界遺産群である斎場御嶽も見学でき、満足です。
ゆっくり見学すると、少し時間が足りない感じがしなくもないですが、ガイドさんの説明もあり、効率良く周って下さるので、充実した時間を過ごせました。
国際通りまで送迎してもらえたのも良かったです。
ありがとうございました。

I participated in a family trip with 11 people to celebrate my mother's 60th birthday. The shuttle service to the hotel was very helpful, especially since we had small children with us.

I really enjoyed the mangroves, the water buffalo cart, and Taketomi Island; it felt like a different world from Japan. The water buffalo was very large, relaxed, and adorable! I would love to use this service again when I want to see them. Thank you for this experience!

母の還暦のお祝いで11人大家族旅行で参加しました。ホテルまでの送迎があり子供が小さいためとても助かりました。
マングローブも水牛車も竹富島も日本ではない感覚でとても楽しめました。
水牛はとても大きくのんびりさんで可愛かったです！また会いたくなったら利用させていただきたいです。今回はありがとうございました。