All Reviews for Bus Tours

The cost performance was good, and I was satisfied. I did feel some overall disorganization, but that might add to the local atmosphere, which could be nice. The captain of the glass-bottom boat was very good. His entertaining stories eased my anxiety about seasickness. I was able to relax while listening to the live performance of the sanshin on the water buffalo cart. I would recommend this to my friends as well.

コスパも良く、満足です。
全体的な段取りの悪さは感じましたが、それも含めて地元感を感じられていいかもしれません。
グラスボートの船長さんがとても良かったです。楽しいお話で船酔いの不安も軽減されました。
水牛車も三線の弾き語りを聴きながらのんびりできました
友人にもおすすめしたいです。

I was a bit anxious about sightseeing with a rental car, so I joined this tour. There were some places where we didn't have enough time, but it was great to be able to see everything efficiently. During the drive, the guide provided various explanations and entertained us with songs and dances.

レンタカーで観光するのに不安があったので、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
滞在時間が足りない所もありましたが、効率よく観光出来てよかったです。
車中ではガイドさんが、いろいろ説明してくれたり、歌や踊りで楽しませてくれました。

I had experienced mangrove tours several times, so it wasn't very different for me, but I definitely recommend it for first-timers.

It was great to cross the island on a water buffalo and to have my first experience sightseeing on Taketomi Island. However, I had admired it from pictures before going, and in reality, animals do have their own nature. They frequently urinate and defecate, so it can be a bit smelly.

How about trying this experience, including all of that?

I really enjoyed a wonderful island tour. Thank you very much.

マングローブツアーは何度か経験があったので、あまり変わり映えがなかったですが、初めての方はぜひ経験していただきたいと思います。

水牛で島を渡ったり、竹富島の観光は初体験で良かったです。
ただ、写真で見てあこがれていったのですが、実際はやはり動物。
おしっこやウンチを頻繁にするのでちょっと臭いです。

こういったことも含めて一度体験してみてはいかがでしょうか？

とても良い離島ツアーを楽しむことができました。
ありがとうございました。

The bus guide was absolutely the best. They were great at storytelling, sang island songs beautifully, and were knowledgeable about history—there were no flaws. They were the best guide I've ever had in my life. I would love to participate again.

なんといってもバスガイドさんが最高でした。話がうまく、島歌がうまく、歴史に詳しく、欠点がありません。人生最高のガイドさんでした。もう一度参加したいくらい。

I chose this tour because I wanted to visit Sefa Utaki. Being a sacred site, it was filled with a solemn atmosphere, and since it was right after the rain, the fresh air made it truly pleasant and amazing! After visiting Sefa Utaki, we headed to the Gangala Valley. With our guide, we ventured through the limestone caves and jungle-like paths. Along the way, we encountered green snails, sparkling bugs, and a large banyan tree, which kept our excitement levels high! Having a guide with us allowed us to learn about things we might have missed on our own, making the experience even more enjoyable. If you're heading to the southern area, I highly recommend visiting Gangala Valley. I really want to go again myself!

斎場御嶽に行ってみたくてこのツアーを選びました。聖地といわれている場所なだけに厳かな雰囲気に満ち、さらに雨上がりだったこともあって清々しい空気に包まれて本当に気持ちよく最高でした♪また、斎場御嶽見学の後、ガンガラーの谷へ。ガイドさんの案内のもと、鍾乳洞やジャングルのような道を突き進みます。途中、緑色のカタツムリやキラキラ光るカメムシ、大きなガジュマルの木にも遭遇しテンションあがりっぱなしでした⤴⤴⤴ガイドさんが一緒だと、自分たちだけでは見落としてしまうようなことも説明してもらえるので楽しさ倍増です。南部方面に行かれるならガンガラーの谷は是非是非行ってみて欲しいですね。めっちゃオススメです。っていうか私もまた行きたいです。

I passed through the breathtaking Nirai Kanai Bridge to the World Heritage Site, Sefa Utaki. Since it was early in the morning, I was able to explore at a leisurely pace. I hiked in the Gangala Valley with a lovely guide, and cold barley tea was also provided. The bus guide shared various stories about Okinawa, and since they dropped me off at the airport, it was perfect for a tour on my departure day.

絶景のニライカナイ橋を通って、世界遺産の斎場御嶽へ。朝イチだったのでゆったりと回れました。ガンガーラの谷では可愛いガイドさんとハイキング。冷たい麦茶も用意されてました。バスガイドさんも沖縄の色んな話をしてくれて、空港まで送ってもらえたので帰る日のツアーにぴったりでした。

The tour was rich in content for the price. It turned out to be a fun day and felt like a great deal. I would definitely recommend this tour to others.

このツアー代金で濃い内容でした。
楽しい一日になり、お得感満載です。
他の人には勧められツアーです。

I really wanted to stop by, so I visited before my flight home from my business trip. I had plenty of time before the flight, and I thought it was convenient to take the bus to the airport.

The entrance fee for Saijō-ō-take was separate, and I was a bit surprised because I hadn't read the course details carefully, but it was no trouble at all since I could purchase the ticket from the vending machine.

You need to make a reservation in advance to enter the Gangala Valley, but they made the reservation for me, and I was able to join the tour without waiting long after getting off the bus.

I truly think it was a valuable time to visit both Saijō-ō-take and Gangala Valley.

どうしても立ち寄りたくて出張の帰りの飛行機の前に利用しました。飛行機までも余裕でしたし、バスで空港まで行かれるので楽チンだなとも思い。。
斎場御嶽の入場料は別で、コース内容をよく読まなかったので、一瞬驚きましたが、券売機で購入するのでまったく苦になりませんでした。
ガンガラーの谷はツアーに事前予約しなくては入れないのですが、予約もしてくださりバスから降りてあまり待たずにツアーにも参加できました。
斎場御嶽もガンガラーの谷も見学して本当に良かったと思う貴重な時間でした。

Positives:
1) Comfortable access to Churaumi Aquarium without worrying about bus connections
2) Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide & bus driver (only in Japanese)
3) Sightseeing places I wouldn't otherwise visit if I were to travel on my own

Negatives:
1) Long pick up & drop offs add an extra 5 hours to my tour experience (I was first on & last off)
2) Some places feel rushed cos other travellers did not keep to the meet up times
3) Old coach so not the best ventilation

Impression: This tour does take the hassle out of using public transportation & brings you to hard to reach places but be prepared to be waiting around for other people & to be transported around in a stuffy old coach.

Advice: 1) Give yourself plenty of time - a full day for the tour. 2) Do this tour during Spring or Autumn (cooler months).

It was a fulfilling day! The guide was kind and had a great singing voice! This is my third time, and it was still enjoyable. Thank you for this experience!

満喫な一日!ガイドさんも親切し、歌が上手です!私今回は三回目でも楽しいです。今回ありがとうございました。

The tour itself was very good, and I was satisfied with the price, but I felt it was a waste of time to buy tickets separately for the Sefa Utaki, as it was not included. The tour guide was the worst. The explanations were unclear, and they were too unfriendly, which was disappointing. Whenever something went wrong, they insisted it was the parent company's fault. They never apologized. It's a shame that such a good tour can be affected by the quality of the subcontractor.

ツアー自体はとてもよく、価格も満足なのですが、斎場御嶽の価格が含まれていないのでチケットを買う時間が勿体ないと思いました。
添乗員が最悪でした。案内はわかりにくいし不親切過ぎて残念でした。何かあれば親会社のせいと言い張ります。謝ることはありませんでした。
いいツアーなだけに請け会社のアタリによっては残念な気持ちになります。

Seifa Utaki was a solemn place and nice, but the Valley of Gangala exceeded my expectations. The limestone cave is different from Akiyoshido, and while you can't see too far inside, the contrast with the valley area was enjoyable.

セーファウタキも厳かな場所で良かったですが、ガンガラーの谷が予想以上に良かったです。
鍾乳洞は秋芳洞とも違っており、あまり内部までは見えないのですが、谷になっている部分とコントラストが楽しかったです。

I participated in the morning tour. The stories from the local guide, who is quite the character, were very informative. He also showcased traditional Yaeyama folk songs played on the sanshin. It was a lot of fun since I rarely get the chance to hear sanshin folk songs. The weather was somewhat cloudy, and being winter, the blue of the sea at Tamatorizaki wasn't at its best, but the guide showed us a very vivid picture of the blue Tamatorizaki on his smartphone, which was a lovely touch.

At Kabira Park, I enjoyed the glass-bottom boat, where I could see tropical fish playing around the coral reefs, fish coming close to the boat, and large giant clams and sea anemones. I also had a delicious lunch. Thank you very much.

午前のツアーに参加しました。
名物おじさんのガイドさんの話はとてもためになりました。
三線での八重山民謡も披露してくださいました。
なかなか三線の民謡を聞く機会がないので、とても楽しかったです。
お天気はやや曇り空で、また冬の時期ということもあって、玉取崎の海の青さはいまいちだったのですが、ガイドさんがスマホでとても鮮やかな青い玉取崎の画像を見せてくださったのは、とても素敵なフォローでした。
川平公園でのグラスボートでは、サンゴ礁と戯れる熱帯魚や、グラスボートに寄って来る魚たち、そして大きなシャコガイやイソギンチャクを見ることができて楽しかったです。
お昼ご飯も美味しくいただきました。
ありがとうございました。

I was worried about my elderly mother, but thanks to the consideration and care of our guide, Erika Oshima, I was able to enjoy the tour with peace of mind. The fun talks and performances made the long journey a very enjoyable time. Whenever I travel, I always rely on optional tours from Veltra, and I definitely plan to do so again next time. It's unsettling to be in an unfamiliar place, so I feel secure with trusted Veltra. Thank you to our driver, Uehara, for your safe driving.

高齢な母を心配してましたが、なんのその❣️ガイドの大城エリカさんの配慮と気遣いで安心してツアーにのぞめました。楽しいトークとパフォーマンスに長旅もとても楽しいひと時でした。いつも旅行の折はオプショナルツアーはベルトラにお願いしてますが、次回も是非、お願いしようと思います。知らない土地は不安ですからね。信頼出来るベルトラは安心です。運転手の上原さん、安全運転ご苦労様でした。

i attended this bus tour as solo traveller and i enjoyed it very much. it was very informative and the Churaumi Aquarium is breathtaking !! Yui (i think that was her name) was even singing original okinawan songs for us in the bus during the drive. a really nice daytrip worth the money it costs !!

I think the cost performance is high for the boat, bus tour, and water buffalo cart included at this price. I would like to participate again if I have the chance.

この値段でボート、バス観光、水牛車付きはコストパフォーマンスが高いと思います。
また機会があれば参加したいと思います。

The weather was nice, and the staff's service was great, so I had a really enjoyable time! For lunch on Yubu Island, I honestly had no expectations, but the bento felt very much like "Okinawa," and everything was delicious.

There might not be much for small children to eat, but I think it's great for those who love Okinawan cuisine. It would have been tough to manage all the menu options by myself in one day, considering the travel time and transportation methods, so I was glad to sign up and enjoy it easily and happily.

On Taketomi Island, I chose cycling, and my mother, who is in her 60s, enjoyed it without any issues. For the ferry from Ishigaki to Iriomote, I paid an extra 500 yen for the second-floor seats, but the deck seats felt nice with the sea breeze, and even I, who usually gets seasick, was fine.

I appreciated being able to choose from two return times, and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. However, it was disappointing that the cafes on Taketomi Island were closed for a while after lunch time. I guess that's "island time." It was the same on Ishigaki, so I regret not being able to relax over tea, but I was able to enjoy delicious ice cream from a shop, which made the heat more bearable.

In any case, I have only good memories. Thank you very much! I appreciate all your help. I would like to sign up again when I go to Ishigaki.

天気も良かったし、スタッフさん達の対応も良くて、すごく楽しく過ごせました！
由布島で昼食で、正直全く期待していなかったけど、ザ・沖縄って感じのお弁当で、どれも美味しかったです。
小さなお子さんは食べる物が無いかもだけど、沖縄料理が好きな人にはいいと思います。
これだけのメニューを自分で1日で回るのは移動時間の計算とか、移動手段とか色々調べなきゃならないし大変なので申し込んで気軽に楽しく回れて良かったです。
竹富島ではサイクリングを選択しましたが、60代の母も問題なく楽しめました。
石垣から西表までの船は1人５００円プラスで2階席にしましたが、デッキ席は海風が気持ち良く、船酔いする私でも平気でした。
帰りの時間も２つから選べてありがたかったし、思う存分満喫でした。
ただ、竹富島はカフェがどこもランチタイムが終わったらしばらく開いてなかったのが残念です。
島時間ってヤツですかね。石垣もそうだったので、ゆっくりお茶できなかったのが悔やまれますが、商店で美味しいアイスクリームを食べられたので暑さも吹き飛びました。
とにかく、良い思い出しかありません。
本当にありがとうございました！
お世話になりました。また石垣に行ったら申し込みたいと思います。

I read in the reviews that the guide wouldn't be a young one like in the photos, but she was actually very beautiful and young. Well, I was also hoping for a veteran guide with skilled storytelling!

口コミで写真のような若いガイドでないとありましたが、とってもきれいな、若いガイドさんでした。まぁ、ベテランの巧みな話術のガイドさんも期待していたんですけどね！　　　

I took a mangrove cruise on Iriomote Island, traveled back and forth to Yufu Island by water buffalo cart, and then crossed to Taketomi Island by boat, where I explored the area by water buffalo cart. The water buffalo were very cute, and the person handling them was kind, which made for a relaxing experience. Unfortunately, the glass-bottom boat didn't show the underwater scenery as beautifully due to the weather, but that's unavoidable. On the plus side, I didn't get sunburned, so it balances out. The explanations at each location were also good.

西表島でマングローブクルーズをして、由布島に水牛車で往復し、船で竹富島に渡って、水牛車でその辺をぐるっと回りました。水牛さんがとても可愛く、水牛を操る人もやさしく、のんびりしました。グラスボートは天候のせいで水中がそれほど美しく見えず残念でしたが、これは仕方ないですね。日焼けをしなかったメリットもあったので、差し引きゼロといったところです。それぞれの箇所での説明もよかったです。

The mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island allowed me to experience the great outdoors. At the beach during low tide, many crabs appeared. On Yubu Island, I was able to meet a lot of water buffalo. You can even interact with tiny newborn water buffalo that you can't see in Taketomi.

西表島のマングローブクルーズは大自然を実感できました。
潮が引けた浜では蟹がたくさん顔を出してきました。
由布島では沢山の水牛に会うことが出来ました。
竹富では見られないような生まれたばかりの小さな水牛にも触れ合うことができます。

The highlight was the Churaumi Aquarium, the stunning views of Kouri Island and Manzamo, and above all, what stood out the most was the guide's versatility. They explained the scenery along the way, shared stories about Okinawa and Ryukyu culture, sang beautifully, played music, told funny stories, and even taught us some dances. It was an incredibly fun day! We were very satisfied.

My mother, who is in her 70s, praised the guide highly, saying they were bright, cute, and provided excellent service, which made her very happy. This was our first visit, but thanks to the guide, both my mother and I fell in love with Okinawa.

目当ては美ら海水族館、古宇利島・万座毛の絶景・・・、そして、なんといっても一番良かったのは、ガイドさんの多才っぷりでした。道中の景色の説明、沖縄・琉球文化についての語り、綺麗な声の歌に演奏に笑い話、踊りも教えてくれて、楽しすぎる一日でした！大満足です。
同行した７０代の母がガイドさんをべた褒めで、明るくて可愛いくて、サービス満点やねぇと大喜びしていました。初めて訪れましたが、ガイドさんのお陰で母も私も沖縄が大好きになりました。

I participated in an afternoon half-day tour. It was a tour that condensed Ishigaki Island into a short amount of time, and the guide was excellent!

午後発の半周ツアーに参加しました。
短い時間の中に石垣島をぎゅっと凝縮したようなツアーで
ガイドさんも最高でした！

I chose the rental bicycle plan, and it was just right for exploring. I was able to fully enjoy the original scenery of Okinawa and the beautiful beaches.

レンタサイクルのプランを選択しましたが、自転車でまわるにはちょうど良かったです。沖縄の原風景ときれいなビーチを満喫できました。

Everything worked well. The guide didnt speak any english. It didnt matter though. The tour was nice. Kids liked it very much

Pros: we did not have to rent a car. Aquarium was outstanding.
Cons: Because the bus stopped at a some six hotels along the coast to pick up and drop off passengers it took about 4 hours to travel from the aquarium back to our hotel at 8:00pm.

The weather was nice, and I was looking forward to Kabira Bay. I was glad to see two sea turtles while on the glass-bottom boat. However, on the way back, there was a problem with the boat, and we couldn't move, so we had to be towed back by another boat. It was a bit disappointing that our time there was shortened, but the scenery was really beautiful. The food was delicious, like home-cooked meals, and the guide's explanations were easy to understand. It was also great to hear the sanshin music.

天気も良く楽しみにしていた川平湾、グラスボートもウミガメも2匹見れて
良かったんですが、戻るときにボートがトラブルで動けなくなり、違うボートにつながれて戻るというハプニングがあり、そこでの時間が少し短くなってしまったのはちょっと残念でしたが、景色はすごく良かったです。
食事も、家庭料理みたいで美味しかったし、ガイドのおじさんの説明も聞きやすく三線も聞けて良かったです。

I didn't have as much time as I thought, and my actions were quite rushed. I really wanted to take my time and look around, but I couldn't, which was very disappointing. Even though I came all the way to Ishigaki Island, I only have memories of being rushed and not being able to enjoy it. (laughs) If I had known, it would have been better to rent a car and explore at a more leisurely pace.

思ってた以上に時間に余裕がなくバタバタの行動でした。もっとゆっくり見たいけど見れなかったのが凄く残念でした。せっかく石垣島まで来たのにゆっくり見れなくバタバタしたって言う思い出しかなかったです(笑)こんな事ならレンタカー借りてゆっくり回った方がよかったです。

I had given up on sightseeing in the southern part because there were no rental cars and few buses. This tour allows you to see the World Heritage Site, Sefa Utaki, in the morning, enjoy yourself at Okinawa World, and get dropped off at Kencho-mae. In the afternoon, you can freely explore with the Yui Rail, so there are no access issues. They also take you to the airport, making it easy for those with afternoon flights to use their time effectively. I highly recommend this tour.

レンタカーもなく、路面バスは少ないので、南部観光が難しいと諦めていました。このツアーは、午前中世界遺産の斎場御嶽が見れ、おきなわワールドで存分遊び、県庁前まで送ってもらえます。午後の半日はゆいレールで自由に観光出来るのでアクセスに困る事がありません。空港にも送ってもらえるので、午後便の飛行機の方には無駄なく時間を有効に使えます。是非お勧めしたいツアーです。

This was my first half-day tour in Okinawa.

The course structure involved being transported to sightseeing points, after which we had free time until a predetermined meeting time.

The guide provided various explanations and stories about Okinawa's history, tourist spots, dialect, lifestyle, and customs during the drive, making it feel like an enriching social studies experience for adults, for which I am very grateful.

At the Sefa Utaki, we visited ancient Ryukyu ruins. "Sefa" means a sacred forest called "usaki," and each of the five ruins retains the meaning of the rituals associated with them, making it understandable why it's considered a power spot. It had an atmosphere that made me want to join my hands in prayer.

At Okinawa World, we first watched the Eisa dance. The dance has meaning and a story, and I had a very enjoyable time experiencing the dynamic performance.

After that, we returned to the limestone cave. I heard that it usually takes about 20 minutes to explore slowly, with a total time of 30 minutes, but since it wasn't too crowded, I took my time and spent about 45 minutes inside the cave while taking photos.

As the guide mentioned, there are several limestone caves in Japan, and Akiyoshido in Yamaguchi is very famous, but each cave has its own unique shape and personality. "Gyokusendo" boasts 25 types of stalactites, totaling 900,000.

In fact, looking up, I was moved by the sight of shapes resembling a bundle of pasta twisted and spread out above me.

Since the visit wasn't timed, I really enjoyed being able to explore freely at my own pace.

After the tour, I was dropped off at Naha Airport on time, and I was also satisfied to have lunch with the popular "pork egg onigiri."

初めての沖縄で最初に参加した半日コースでした。

コースの仕組みは観光ポイントまで運んでいただくと、予め決められた集合時間まで自由行動。

添乗されたガイドさんは車中、沖縄の歴史や観光スポットにまつわる説明やエピソード、沖縄の方言や生活、風習に至るまで色々とお話くださって、大人の社会科見学のような体験ができ、とても充実した内容に感謝いたします。

斎場御嶽では琉球の古代遺跡を見学。斎場(せーふぁー)とは“うさき”という聖なる森を意味するそうですが、5ヶ所ほどある遺跡にはそれぞれの儀式が意味する形が残されていて、パワースポットと言われるのも納得。手を合わせたくなる佇まいでした。

おきなわワールドでは、まず、エーサー踊りを見学。踊りに意味やストーリーがあって、躍動感ある踊りにとても楽しいひとときを過ごせた思います。

そのあと、鍾乳洞に戻りました。通常20分くらい、ゆっくり見学して30分の所要時間と聞きましたが、あまり混雑していなかったので、じっくり、じっくりと写真撮りながら見学しましたら45分くらい洞窟の中にいたと思います。

ガイドさんもおっしゃっていましたが、国内には何ヵ所か鍾乳洞があり、山口にある秋芳洞はとても有名ですが、それぞれの鍾乳洞には個別の形状、個性があり、“玉泉洞” は鍾乳石が25種、90万本という数を誇っているようです。

実際、頭上を見上げるとパスタひと束をねじって広げる形状が降りかかってくるような光景に感動しました。

時間を刻んだ見学ではなかったので、気ままに自由に見学出来たのはとても楽しめたと思います。

見学終了後は定刻通り那覇空港で降ろしていただき、人気の “ポークたまごおにぎり” をランチ出来たのも満足でした。

Unexpectedly, I talked and took photos with a solo traveler. It seemed that the next day was the festival on Taketomi Island, and I happened to come across the rehearsal location. I listened to the dances of the island girls and their indescribable songs, and I felt the atmosphere of Taketomi Island.

思いがけず、一人旅の方とお話ししたり写真を撮ったりした。
翌日が竹富島のお祭りだったらしく、リハーサルの場所に行き合わせた。
島の女の子たちの踊りとなんとも言えない唄を聴き、竹富島の雰囲気を感じました。