Passeios por Biwako Valley

My husband and I very much enjoyed this tour guided day trip to Shiga! Our tour guide Effy was very informative and kept us updated throughout the day regarding itinerary. The bus was clean and comfortable and the bus driver did a great job too in driving us. All of the places we went to were beautiful and very scenic. We definitely recommend doing as part of your Japan trip.

Due to the holiday today, there were heavy crowds and severe traffic congestion. Fortunately, the weather was clear and the scenic views far exceeded our expectations. On the coach, our tour guide Yafei gave us detailed advance introductions to the history, culture, local delicacies, and best photo spots for each attraction, which was extremely helpful for the itinerary. Despite the heavy traffic, the guide kept communicating with the driver about the estimated arrival time and constantly kept us updated on arrival estimates and duration of visits, allowing us to adjust our expectations accordingly. She was very dedicated and responsible. As for the scenery, Lake Biwa is truly gorgeous with sparkling water. Exploring, checking in, and taking photos on the mountain yielded amazing pictures. We experienced both the cable car and the sky bridge; the mountain scenery was pleasant and expansive, and we had a wonderful time. The only thing to watch out for is that it is very windy at the summit, so it is best to wear a windbreaker and long pants to avoid catching a chill. Due to the traffic jams, we only had half an hour to explore and shop at the last stop, La Collina Omihachiman. However, the tour guide efficiently led us straight to the cake factory at the very back, allowing us to catch the core scenery just before sunset. The overall experience was quite decent. All in all, thanks to the clear weather and comfortable temperatures, this trip greatly exceeded expectations. The only minor regret was the traffic congestion, which compressed the time available at each attraction and made it feel a bit like a rushed tour, with our return trip being a bit late. Nevertheless, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and felt very comfortable. A big thank you to our conscientious tour guide Yafei, and to the experienced driver who drove smoothly, warmly greeted each of us when getting on and off the bus, and helped us with our luggage!

The travel distance was a bit long, but the scenic spot itself was beautiful and well worth it. The cable car was a bit expensive, but still highly recommended. As for the tour guide, they were a bit sloppy, actually losing a group member's cable car ticket and then asking each person if they had an extra. Their ticket management skills could definitely be improved.

We had a wonderful experience with our private car charter in Kyoto! A special thank you to our driver, Aki, who was incredibly kind, patient, and accommodating throughout our very long day. The car was immaculately clean, luxurious, spacious, and extremely comfortable, which made traveling around Kyoto throughout the day so enjoyable. Aki never made us feel rushed and allowed us to truly enjoy each stop and take in the beauty of Kyoto. More than just transportation, Aki helped make our day an experience filled with wonderful memories that we will treasure from our visit to Japan. His kindness, patience, and professionalism made such a difference. We are incredibly grateful and would highly recommend this private car charter—and especially Aki—to anyone visiting Kyoto! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We had a great time in Himeji and Kobe! The atmosphere was so peaceful… slow, calm, and serene. Mr. Cao is a great driver! He is very approachable, friendly, and organized, which made the whole trip even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a wonderful experience! ✨

It was truly a delightful day trip. The large tour bus was clean and comfortable, and the driver drove smoothly and steadily. Of course, the most important thing was meeting an excellent tour guide, Xiao Du. He could explain and communicate in three different languages, which was superb! He was gentle, meticulous, and very attentive. He even gave us a bonus (a recommendation for a hidden gem), which added even more color to an already rich itinerary. We are full of gratitude. Thumbs up, thumbs up, thumbs up!!!