Takamatsu: Aventura no Vale de Iya, Garganta de Oboke e Redemoinhos de Naruto

Many thanks to team leader Xiaohua! This was my first time on this tour, and I truly felt the dedication of both the leader and the travel agency. It was incredibly good value for money, highly recommended! It's perfect for travelers who love independent travel but don't want to drive themselves. All three scenic spots are covered, and there's no forced selling of optional tours. Walking across the Iya Kazurabashi Bridge felt like a reminder to slow down, and the nearby waterfall was a place for spiritual cleansing. The grilled sweetfish and grilled mochi that the team leader privately recommended were also worth trying – I personally thought they were delicious! The boat ride at Oboke Gorge was also very comfortable; the boat was stable, and watching the beauty of the gorge made one forget all the hustle and bustle and worries. For the final attraction, the timing for the Naruto Whirlpools was just right. Of course, we paid extra to witness the beauty of one of the world's three great whirlpools. The boat ride was very safe, bringing a beautiful end to this trip (it's recommended to check the tide times for the Naruto Whirlpools online beforehand). Many thanks again to the team leader and driver! I will definitely join again next time!

At only around HKD 300 per person, it's still considered good value for money. This only included the admission fee for "Iya no Kazurabashi". The driver was very attentive, taking us through "Michi-no-eki Takarada no Sato Saita" to admire the cherry blossoms in full bloom. For the other two activities ("Oboke Gorge Sightseeing Cruise" and "Naruto Whirlpools Sightseeing Cruise"), an additional JPY 3,500 per person was required. In Tokushima, we were scheduled for the last sightseeing cruise at 16:20, missing the best time to see the "Naruto Whirlpools". The tour guide was very friendly, polite, attentive, and extremely helpful to the group members. This is a highly recommended local day tour when visiting Takamatsu.

Tour guide Ms. Liu provided detailed explanations of Takamatsu's unique attractions and local cuisine during the trip. The itinerary for the Iya Valley was excellent, and the scenery was beautiful. As the weather on the day prevented us from taking a boat ride in Oboke Gorge, she took us to Naruto Park where we could pay to take a boat to see the whirlpools for about half an hour. She also arranged for us to see the scenery from the Seto Ohashi Bridge, ensuring we had a pleasant day. She introduced many local delicacies and unique restaurants. The car was very clean, and the driver drove safely. The arrangements for this trip were also very good.

The Japanese driver was very dedicated, taking us to every spot, especially ensuring we caught the 3:45 PM ferry to see the largest whirlpool. This itinerary was quite long, about 10 hours from departure to return, but the driver showed no signs of fatigue, which we greatly appreciated. The Chinese tour guide was very enthusiastic and helped us take photos, though it was a bit of a shame that their Japanese and English language skills were not proficient. Nevertheless, the guide safely brought us to all the attractions, and we had a great time. All in all, for friends who want a single-day experience of the Oboke Gorge boat tour (very comfortable and beautiful), the Iya Kazurabashi Bridge (a short but thrilling bridge), and the Naruto Whirlpools in Tokushima (we saw spectacular whirlpools that day, which was amazing), I would still recommend joining this tour. It offers great value for money!

The entire team was so punctual this time, which was fantastic. And our tour guide, Xiaohua, was amazing – a truly competent guide! I have to give her 100 points. I hope to meet her again if there are other tours in the future 😝. Overall, the itinerary was well-planned. It would have been even better if the order could have been reversed, as there was a high tide this morning, offering a chance to take a boat ride under the Naruto Bridge. Nevertheless, I still give this company and everyone a perfect score – it was excellent! 👍

It was excellent. If you can speak even a little Japanese, you can communicate with the guide, and most importantly, it allows you to visit three scenic spots that would be difficult to reach alone due to transportation, with round-trip travel from Takamatsu. However, it was a shame I couldn't see the Naruto whirlpools when the waves were at their peak, so I think I'll go back separately if I get the chance later.

The itinerary is well-arranged, with enough time to visit essential attractions and souvenir shops. The entrance fee for Iya Vine Bridge is included, and you can choose to pay for the Oboke Gorge boat ride separately. There's a restaurant in Oboke Gorge, so there's ample time for lunch. Since we couldn't see the Naruto whirlpools that day, our guide, Xiao Hua, took us directly to visit the Great Naruto Bridge (at our own expense), and we returned to Takamatsu around 6:30 PM! Our guide, Xiao Hua, was excellent. Besides clearly explaining the attractions, she also shared information about nearby attractions and delicious food in Takamatsu. This tour allows for a same-day round trip from Takamatsu to Tokushima. The guide's arrangements were excellent, offering great value for money. Highly recommended!

The tour guide was enthusiastic and responsible, and even when there was a flight cancellation at Oboke, they came up with alternative solutions. These attractions were places I wanted to visit but were difficult to reach by public transport, so joining a one-day group tour was very convenient. The time management was also excellent; I never felt rushed. The natural scenery was beautiful.

The travel distance was immense, and the tour content was short. Neither Korean nor English support was provided. I booked based on the Korean guide's description, but the tour was different from what was advertised. When I went to see the Naruto whirlpools, there were hardly any because it wasn't the right tide. The scenery was good, and the local food and souvenirs at each stop were decent.

Tour guide Ms. Liu was very responsible and provided detailed explanations of the itinerary. It's definitely worth joining.