Reviewed by: Good Time.
This is one of our favorite things my wife and I were able to do in Hawaii. We made a mistake while making our order, but they were very accommodating and helped us out. The captain and crew were extremely nice and helped set the tone for a good expedition. Quite a few families with kids went along, as well. The captain took time to spend with a young boy, giving him a treat that you could tell made the boy’s day. The trip gives you a great view of the bay, only improved by very a hospitable captain and crew. And we saw lots of turtles! We really appreciated the experience.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/10 |
Reviewed by: kaolinacat
I have traveled to Hawaii about 20 times, including long stays, and this is my first visit in four years. I considered taking a bus or renting a car to get to Manoa, but since it was my first time in the area and I wanted to learn about the local plants, I decided to join this tour.
On the day of the tour, there were about four groups of Japanese participants and around four to five groups from English-speaking countries (the mainland, Australia, Italy). Our tour guide, Kanako, attended to everyone using both English and Japanese. I imagine she must have been quite tired from speaking both languages the whole time, but she was always smiling and considerate of everyone, truly a wonderful person.
Kanako's friendly approach made the bus ride and our exploration enjoyable, regardless of nationality. I participated alone, but I had the chance to chat, take photos, and exchange contact information with a woman who was also traveling solo from the mainland, which gave me a sense of the overseas travel experience I had missed. Thank you!
When we left Waikiki, the weather was quite overcast, and I wondered what it would be like in Manoa, but fortunately, it didn't rain during our exploration. We enjoyed the great outdoors while being careful of our footing. Along the way, we heard various stories, and I realized that the information shared during the tour was something I wouldn't have easily obtained on my own, making my decision to join the tour the right one.
After our exploration, we were served sandwiches from Andy's, a three-generation establishment in Manoa, along with water at Tantalus National Park. (The sandwiches here are incredibly filling; I was full after just half and took the rest home. The taste was excellent too, with a delightful sweetness in the bread!) Since it had rained, we ate together under a pavilion. Normally, we could have enjoyed our meal on the grass, further immersing ourselves in nature. After eating, we moved to a spot where we could see Diamond Head, Waikiki, and the airport for photos. Initially, clouds obscured our view of Diamond Head, but the weather changed suddenly, and by the end, we could see a bit of blue sky. I thought it was a miracle.
I usually participate in tours that are exclusively in Japanese, so I found this mixed tour to be a wonderful opportunity to communicate with people from overseas. I believe travel companies should actively promote mixed tours.
At the end, we all hugged goodbye. Although it was a short time, it was a very meaningful experience during my brief stay in Hawaii.
Thank you so much, Kanako! See you again!
ハワイへはロングステイもしたり20回程度は渡航しています。そして4年ぶりのハワイです。マノアへはバスやレンタカーを使っていくことも考えましたが初めての土地とそれから現地の植物等の情報も知りたかったのでこのツアーに参加しました。
当日は日本人(日本語)のグループが4組程度,英語グループ(メインランドやオーストラリア,イタリア)からの参加が4組~5組程度でツアーガイドのKANAKOさんが英語と日本語両方を使って参加者の方々をアテンドしてくださいました。
英語と日本語でずっと話していたのでいつもよりきっと疲れたと思いますがいつもニコニコしていてずっとみんなを気遣っていて本当に素晴らしい方です。
KANAKOさんの対応がフレンドリーでバスの中や現地での散策が国籍問わず一体となって楽しく移動できました。私はひとりで参加しましたが本土からひとりで参加していた女性の方と一緒にお話しして写真を撮ったりメアドを交換したりと久しぶりに海外旅行にきた感触を得ることができました。ありがとうございます。
当日はワイキキを出たときはかなりどんより曇っていてマノアではどうなることかと思いましたが,散策途中は雨は降らず足元に気を付けながら大自然を満喫してきました。途中でいろいろなエピソード等も伺いやはり自分ひとりではなかなか得られない情報だったと思いツアー参加は正解でした。
散策終わるとマノアで3世代続くアンディーズのサンドウィッチとお水がタンタラス国立公園で渡されました。(ここのサンドウィッチはものすごくボリューミーで私は半分だけでお腹いっぱいになり持ち帰りました。そして味も最高。パン生地に甘味があって美味しい!!と思いました)
雨の後だったので東屋のようなところでみんなで食べました。いつもなら芝の上等で自然をさらに満喫しながら食べられたと思います。食後は公園内のダイヤモンドヘッド~ワイキキ~空港までが見渡せる場所へ移動し写真撮影しました。写真撮影の最初は雲がかかってしまっていてダイヤモンドヘッドも見えない状況だったのですが途中から天気が急変して最後はすこしだけ青空が見えました。奇跡だと思います。
私は普段日本語(日本人)だけのツアーを当たり前のように参加します。今回このように混在したツアーは海外に来て海外の方とコミュニケーションをとるすばらしい機会だと思いました。積極的に旅行会社も混在ツアーをアピールしてよいのではないかと思います。
最後はみんなお別れする時はハグしてお別れしました。とても短い時間でしたが短いハワイ滞在の中でとても有意義な時間となりました。
KANAKOさんほんとにありがとうございました♡またね!!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン(2024年5月14日まで) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Natalie
Loved everything about it!
Crew is super chill and personable. Burgers were good - came with chips and a drink.
We had plenty of time to explore the sand bar and snorkel. Crew was comforting, the whole experience was super chill.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/10 |
Reviewed by: ozm
We headed to the hotel in Waikiki by taxi and arrived in about 30 minutes! This time, we booked three activities, but parasailing was canceled due to strong winds. It was disappointing, but I think it was good that they considered safety and offered a refund! On the way back, the staff called a taxi for us, and they were very kind!
ワイキキにホテルがあるため、タクシーで向かいました!30分くらいでつきました!今回3つのアクティビティを予約しましたが、強風のためパラセーリングは中止となりました。残念ではありましたが、返金もあり安全を考慮してもらえたのでよかったと思います!帰りもタクシーを呼んでくださって、店員さんが親切でした!
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| Packages: | パラセーリング+ 2人乗りジェットスキー+バンパーチューブ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/08 |
Reviewed by: Erica C.
Honestly best idea ever, gives you all the key things here. You get that fun tour information but with super cool guides that are real joy to have. I’m not as much of horse rider but the atv was best option. You kinda free independent driving yourself at super relaxing. Booking was super easy as well as ticket pickup and information. I would do this tour again absolutely even families with kids were having a blast in my group!!!
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| Packages: | 2-hour ATV Tour [Morning Package] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/15 |
Reviewed by: R&R
We had a great tour guide who was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was well worth the price. Would recommend this to anyone wanting to visit the memorial on a tight time schedule.
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/19 |
Reviewed by: GregS
I have attended this luau on more than one occasion. The food is good, the entertainment is great. Wonderful fire show!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/17 |
Reviewed by: ちょう
Even as a paper driver, I had a great time. It was more of a nature experience tour than a location tour, but I was able to connect with the stunning nature, and it became a valuable experience.
ペーパードライバーの私でも楽しく遊べました。ロケ地巡りというよりは、自然体験ツアーでしたが、圧巻の自然に触れ、貴重な経験になりました。
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| Packages: | 2時間コース<現地集合/解散> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/20 |
Reviewed by: RIO
It was an English narration, but I was able to get a Japanese pamphlet. It seems that the pamphlet was visually easier for the children to understand. It was great to see two sea turtles swimming.
英語ナレーションだけど、日本語パンフレットをもらえた
こどもにはパンフレットの方が視覚的にわかりやすかったようです。
ウミガメが2匹いて、泳いでいるところを見られたのがよかった。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/07 |
Reviewed by: kim
We had such a great time! The captain and his helpers are so friendly they truly make you feel like you're part of their family, great boat with great food would recommend 10/10.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/22 |
Reviewed by: kim
the food was really good, we had such a great time loved every show, but our favorite was the fire one, definitely recommend!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/23 |
Reviewed by: Marisol
It was really fun and engaging. There were a lot of activities for everyone to enjoy. The food was delicious.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/13 |
Reviewed by: Blu3yedblonde
An hour out, we were all (including crew) worrying we wouldn’t see any whales. Crew had seen 1 in the morning.
Into the 2nd hour 2 beautiful hump back made their appearance. They put on an amazing show for us, with multiple breaches. It was truly a memorable tour!
Crew was so positive, friendly, and informative. They were as happy as we were, with such a stunning “show”.
Bummed my videos wouldn’t load, but you get the gist.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch Sail |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/04 |
Reviewed by: Delia
Excellent crew. Trained, attentive, patient with all participants. Useful tips and talented cook.
My super -day 11/21/2022
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/21 |
Reviewed by: こっぺ
About three years ago, I had planned to go parasailing here, but unfortunately, it was canceled due to strong winds on the day of the activity. The next day, I had to return home and didn't have enough time, so I had to sadly give up. To make up for the humiliation from three years ago, I booked parasailing here again this time. It was truly so much fun from start to finish!!! If I get the chance to go to Hawaii again, I will definitely use your services again. It became the best memory! Thank you!
約3年前にこちらでパラセイリングをやる予定を入れていたのですが運悪く当日、風が強く中止に。翌日、帰国しなきゃいけず時間に余裕がなくその時は泣く泣く断念しました。3年前の屈辱を晴しに今回もこちらでパラセイリングを予約させていただきました。最初から最後まで本当に楽しすぎました!!!次もまたハワイに行く機会ができたら絶対にまた利用させて頂きます。最高の思い出になりました!ありがとうございます!
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| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/29 |
Reviewed by: Joy
My husband and I took the North Shore Tour hoping to get a bit of everything - activities, beach, relaxation and fun. We got what we wanted and more. We had Cousin G who made everyone feel comfortable and entertained, and made the tour engaging and funny.
The tour had a good balance of free/activity time and many choices to choose from. We did the waterfall and kayaking option and was one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii.
We also got the chance to sight see the east and north side of Oahu and had many stops for photos and breaks.
We felt like we got our moneys worth from this trip and got to see and do a lot on the island in just a 8am - 5pm timeframe.
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| Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/30 |
Reviewed by: シカゴ
I've been to Hawaii many times, but this was my first try at this activity. I have a fear of heights, so I thought I would never do it. However, at the strong request of a friend who was visiting Hawaii for the first time, I decided to join in.
Seeing Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from a different angle was an incredible deal! Since it was all ocean below, I didn't feel high at all. The takeoff, landing in the water, and landing on the boat were all very gentle, so I wasn't scared at all! It was just so much fun! It became a wonderful memory. Next time, I think I'll take my husband along.
何度もハワイに来てて、初めてのトライ。
高所恐怖症なので、絶対することはない、
と思っていたのですが、今回初めてのハワイ旅行の友人のたっての希望で、一緒に参加しました。
ワイキキビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドが別角度から見えて、無茶お得‼︎
一面、海なわけで、逆に高所感が全くなく、
飛んで行く時も、着水やボートへの着地も
凄く丁寧だったので、何も怖くなかったです‼︎
ひたすら楽しかった‼︎ いい思い出になりました。
今度は主人に付き合ってあげようと思います。
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| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/02 |
Reviewed by: Nina L
Great tour! My husband and I really enjoyed it. He doesn’t typically get i to the water from any boat but he did at the sandbar. I loved the snorkel part for myself. The food was great and good selection of alcoholic drink options. I would definitely do this again and highly recommend!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/08 |
Reviewed by: ゆーず
I felt the great outdoors, and driving the buggy was incredibly fun. A driver's license is required, but the controls are simple, so I think anyone can enjoy it.
大自然を感じれてバギーの運転も最高に楽しかったです運転免許は必要ですが操作も簡単で誰でも楽しめると思います
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| Packages: | 2時間コース<現地集合/解散> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/07 |
Reviewed by: Tina
Noni our tour guide made this experience even better! I have a young child and he engaged with him and made the day fun. Pearl Harbor was somber and something like I’ve never experienced. The USS Battleship Missouri was neat as well. Be sure to get some Dole whip at the snack stand before you leave!
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| Packages: | [7:30 AM] Waikiki Departure |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/10 |
Reviewed by: どてやき
I've visited Hawaii more than ten times, and this time I finally made it to Kualoa Ranch. The buggy ride was fun, and I was helped out when I forgot my driver's license. However, since my main purpose was to see the Lost filming locations and Jurassic Park, I wonder if I made the wrong choice. Still, it was enjoyable, and I do recommend it. Just be prepared that all the guidance is in English.
ハワイは10回以上の訪問ですが、
待望のクアロアランチです。
今回バギーは楽しいライドで、しかも免許証忘れ
急遽代行対応していただき助かりました。
が、目的がロスト撮影やジェラシックが目的であったため、
選択を間違えたかなと、反省しています。
でも、楽しかったですよ、お勧めではあります。
案内がすべて英語であることは覚悟のうえで。。
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| Packages: | 2時間コース<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/19 |
Reviewed by: rnh
We used this for our honeymoon!
Although we only speak Japanese, we were able to enjoy ourselves somehow.
The staff took fun photos for us, which became great memories! ⭐︎
新婚旅行で利用しました!
日本語しか話せないわたしたちでしたが、なんとか楽しむことができました。
写真を撮る時など、スタッフさんが楽しく撮影してくださり良い思い出になりました⭐︎
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| Packages: | 2時間コース<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Robyn Doyle
The day was very informative,friendly and all round a fantastic experience
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| Packages: | Best of Kualoa Combo - Movie Tour, Jungle Tour, Farm Tour & Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/30 |
Reviewed by: Stu
This sunset dinner cruise was a truely amazing experience for myself and my partner.
The three course dinner was ok, the appetiser and dessert were nothing special, but the main meal was incredible!!! We both couldn’t get enough of the crab!
The dancers were all very talented and was great entertainment onboard.
The singer and his niece also provided great entertainment in between meals.
The fireworks towards the end was also an amazing experience I will not soon forget.
One thing that stopped this from being a 5-star experience was that we were sat opposite a random couple on the same table as us, making this ‘date night’ a lot more awkward than we had expected.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/25 |
Reviewed by: Stu
My partner and I went on the ATV tour and had an amazing time!
The briefing and safety videos were quick and easy to understand.
Our tour guide - Kye, was so full of energy and told lots of jokes to keep the tour as entertaining as possible.
Kye really changed this experience from a 4star to a 5star experience!
The tour and driving itself was also amazing and the land and movie sets you see are stunning.
This tour is a must!!
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| Packages: | 2-hour ATV Tour with Transportation from Waikiki [Morning Package] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Stu
My partner and I loved it! Such an amazing experience. We saw lots more sharks than expected - the staff were all friendly and made the whole experience as wonderful as possible.
We highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/30 |
Reviewed by: JandJ
Super fun! A friend booked it for us and we had a blast! Staff were friendly and super helpful and telling us where to go and what to expect!
Aloha J and J! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! That is great and we really appreciate it. So glad to hear our staff took good care of you and you had a great kayaking experience with us. Hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/10 |
Reviewed by: LLandMar
The sandbar is so much fun! We got to go with 2 other couple friends and we had a blast. The weather was perfect and the staff were super helpful in letting us know where to kayak to and the time expectations to get to each location point
Aloha LL and Mar! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! We really appreciate that. I am so glad to hear that our staff treated you well and that you had a great kayaking experience with us and made it to the sandbar! Hope to see you again soon for another sandbar kayaking adventure! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/10 |
Reviewed by: YoSar
Super fun! They tell you where to go to get the clearest water and snorkel depending on the weather and climate of that day too! So much fun!
Aloha! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! That's great. Stoked to hear you had a great experience kayaking with us and that it sounds like you picked a really good weather and conditions day. We hope to see you again soon for another Kane'ohe Bay kayaking adventure! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/10 |
Reviewed by: るるぴ
Popular activities. Due to the weak yen (it was 150 yen to the dollar at the time!), I hesitated to book a rather expensive tour, but before I knew it, it was already fully booked. The feeling of high prices due to the weak yen only affects Japanese people; it doesn't matter to those from the mainland U.S.
The only available option was a morning tour at 8:30 that required going to the location on my own (with booking starting at 7:30). Since there was no point in hesitating, I made the reservation. I made my way to the location by myself. The tour itself takes about two hours to explore the canyon and other areas. The grandeur of the natural beauty is truly fulfilling. When we went, instead of a mask, we received a neck gaiter (more for preventing dust from getting into our mouths than for COVID-19 measures). It was stylish, printed with dinosaur designs. My son, who sat in the front seat (fifth grade), seemed to have a lot of fun and was in a state of excitement the whole time. This tour does not stop at movie filming locations, so if your goal is to visit filming sites, I think it would be better to sign up for a different tour.
人気のアクティビティティ。円安(行った当時は1ドル150円!)だったので、
かなり割高なツアーになってしまうので予約をためらっていたところ、あれよあれよと既に予約でいっぱい。円安で割高感あるのは日本人だけで、アメリカ本土の人とかは関係ないですしね、、、
で、空きがあったのが個人で現地まで行く朝一の8:30のツアーのみ。(予約受付時間は7時30分)。迷っていても仕方ないので予約をする。自力で現地まで行きましたよ。ツアー自体は、渓谷等を2時間かけて回るもの。壮大な自然美に心も満たされます。私たちが行った時は、マスクのプレゼントではなく、ネックゲイターでした(コロナ対策というより、埃が口に入ってくるのを防ぐ用)。恐竜の絵がプリントされたものでオシャレです。助手席に乗っていた息子(小5)は、かなり楽しかったようで、ずっと興奮状態でした。こちらのツアーは映画の撮影箇所には寄らないので、「映画の撮影地をめぐる」のが目的の方は、そちらの別のツアーを申し込んだ方が良いかとは思います。
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| Packages: | 2時間コース<現地集合/解散> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/06 |
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