Funaya-turer

our guide Cali was really nice, knowledgeable and fun. When I couldnt find our exact meeting spot or group as there were other tours in that area, she came to find us. She even gave out postcards and hard candy, which I later had to hunt down as I became obsessed with it. It rained that day but it didnt stop us from enjoying the trip even though we got soaked. I wished I got to experience the boat ride better as I said, it was raining, and everyone ended up crowding on the lower deck and a couple of people on the tour kept hogging feeding the seagulls without moving or giving anyone else the chance to feed them until we were almost near the port. and yes I did ask them if they could move a bit so I can have a turn, they ignored me while kept taking pics and videos, blocking the view, and so I ended up eating the shrimp chips instead....it was a pretty good snack...I get why the gulls like them. all in all, would definitely recommend and book again.

En svært velorganisert og punktlig dagstur. Å besøke Amanohashidate og Ine Funaya på én enkelt dag var veldig enkelt, uten at man trengte å bekymre seg for transport. Utsikten over «Himmelsbroen» fra toppen av haugen var fantastisk vakker, og båtturen hvor man matet måker i fiskerlandsbyen Ine var både spennende og unik. Reiselederen var hyggelig og kommunikativ, og bussen var svært komfortabel. Anbefales på det sterkeste.

The itinerary was well-organized and compact. Being able to visit such a distant attraction in a single day is really only possible by taking a day tour. Since it's a famous spot, there were quite a few people even on a weekday. I especially loved the boat cruise and feeding the seagulls; I strongly recommend that those who know how to have fun buy 1-2 extra bags of shrimp crackers, because the birds' reactions can honestly be described as starving ghosts—they are great at eating, completely unafraid, and being so close makes for a very unique experience. The least worthwhile part was probably the Tango sightseeing train; because you're sitting inside the train, the feeling of crossing over the sea is quite muted, completely different from taking photos from below looking up. It's a bit of a letdown, so I suggest travelers booking this tour skip the package that includes the Tango train experience. Our local guide, Ba-san, is from Beijing and has lived in Japan for many years. He was very enthusiastic, introducing us to a lot of interesting trivia about Japan as well as great, cost-effective everyday dining spots. At the end, he even sang to liven up the atmosphere. Thank you very much!

On September 24th, we took a tour of Kyoto guided by MIKA, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructions for the meeting point and updates upon arriving in Kyoto were seamless, allowing us on-time tour departure without any delays. During the journey, we were deeply moved by our guide's detailed explanations and her passionate dedication in carefully checking whether everyone wanted to ride the amusement park lift and the sightseeing boat upon arrival. The tour itinerary and optional add-ons (the lift up to Amanohashidate Amusement Park and the Ine Bay sightseeing boat) were not excessive; they were essential components for an efficient tour, which made purchasing the full package feel very rewarding and worthwhile. The meal during the tour was also not bad in terms of saving time. Given the rather tight schedule, we think it was much better to grab a quick bite rather than searching for a restaurant and waiting in line, allowing us to spend ample time at the observation deck. Originally, we planned to rent a car and leave Kyoto early in the morning, but considering the difficulty of driving (unlike Korea, regional roads feature strict two-lane round-trip highway sections, speed limits, and strict railroad crossings) and driving in an unfamiliar area for the first time, choosing this tour over a self-drive rental trip was definitely the better choice. Based on this wonderful tour experience, we feel confident that next time we can comfortably travel to Amanohashidate and Ine on our own using a rental car. Thanks to our guide MIKA, who enthusiastically responded to all our questions, helped with souvenirs, and recommended great photo spots throughout the tour, it became a truly memorable experience. Although the physical distance and road conditions made for a tight schedule, the tour itinerary was exceptionally well-organized and fulfilling.

Dagen før turen vil det bli sendt ut en e-post med informasjon om møtestedet. Vi møttes ved utgang 2 på Nihonbashi tidlig om morgenen, hvor reiselederen Momo ventet på turistene med et skilt. Før vi ankom attraksjonene, ga reiselederen flerspråklige forklaringer og introduksjoner. Ved Amanohashidate (taubane) var vannet rundt sandbanken veldig klart, og det var fredelig og vakkert å spasere der. Ine no Funaya (båttur for å mate måker og ørner) var en spesiell opplevelse som passet både voksne og barn, men dessverre kunne båthusene bare sees på avstand fra båten. I Miyama-cho, en rolig landsby med gassho-zukuri-hus, var det ikke mye å gjøre annet enn å nyte den lokale atmosfæren. Denne turen innebar en del kjøring, så programmet var litt stramt, men vi fikk hvile underveis. Det var et klokt valg å legge inn en dagstur med buss under oppholdet i Osaka!

FLOTT TUR! Ledet av en turguide som kan snakke engelsk, kinesisk og japansk! Veldig kunnskapsrik. Turen var definitivt verdt det. Bussturen var 4 timer tur-retur. Utsikten var naturskjønn, og vi fikk mate måker!

Our guide was amazing! She was very knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. He explained everything clearly and gave us helpful information throughout the trip. The places we visited were absolutely beautiful. Although the journey was quite long, it was definitely worth it, especially if you love nature. Highly recommended!

Our guide Louis was extremely kind. Even though it was a day for English and Chinese-guided tours and we were the only Korean couple, he kindly guided us in Korean and even sent explanations via KakaoTalk, so we had a very comfortable and pleasant trip. Not to mention the scenery and our overall satisfaction haha. Thank you once again. Highly recommended a million times!

Guiden snakket veldig rolig og tålmodig, og var også veldig seriøs med å løse alle våre problemer. Det eneste negative var at reiseruten var litt stram. Det var helg og en spesiell japansk helligdag, så det var mange mennesker og vi måtte stå i kø for alt. Dette førte til at vi ikke hadde nok tid til å spise, og måtte nøye oss med småretter, noe som føltes litt stressende. Men havet og Amanohashidate var virkelig vakkert. Den siste delen med måkene var litt skuffende. Dekket nede på båten var fullt, så vi måtte opp på øvre dekk for å sole oss og mate måkene. Det virket som det var få måker, og vi endte opp med å spise rekekjeksene selv. Vi var heldige om vi fikk matet én måke. Jeg vet ikke om det var fordi det var så mange mennesker som allerede hadde matet dem. Med en slik reiserute er det nok bedre å dra på en ukedag neste gang, så slipper man folkemengdene og køene.🥺🥺