Kimkim Trip Reviews for France

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Amazing trip to France!
France | Sep 15 - Sep 22, 2023

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Kim M.
Minerva, NY | Reviewed on Oct 02, 2023
Amazing trip to France! Very pleased with Amandine in helping us plan our excursions etc. The itinerary was great. We did have one hiccup (completely our fault) and we ended up missing a train bringing us back to Paris from Bayeux. Within 5-10 mins we had new train tickets in our email and an updated itinerary once getting back into Paris. The communication from KimKim was outstanding during this stressful time of our trip. Cannot say enough how wonderful it was to have everything taken... Read more

Amazing trip to France! Very pleased with Amandine in helping us plan our excursions etc. The itinerary was great. We did have one hiccup (completely our fault) and we ended up missing a train bringing us back to Paris from Bayeux. Within 5-10 mins we had new train tickets in our email and an updated itinerary once getting back into Paris. The communication from KimKim was outstanding during this stressful time of our trip. Cannot say enough how wonderful it was to have everything taken care of due to our error. Hotels were fabulous, tours were nice and small which we like. We didn't have anymore than 6 people on any given tour with most less than that. We will continue to use KimKim for our yearly International trip! Thanks so much.

Activity Reviews
Wine and Cheese Tasting
Wine and Cheese Tasting
Paris
Visit the Loire Valley!
Visit the Loire Valley!
Paris
Skip the line Eiffel Tower Summit Tickets
Skip the line Eiffel Tower Summit Tickets
Paris
 Hop On Hop Off tickets
Hop On Hop Off tickets
Paris
Paris Dinner Cruise
Paris Dinner Cruise
Paris
Palace of Versailles Half-Day Trip including transportation from Paris, Skip-the-Line Access and Audio-Guide
Palace of Versailles Half-Day Trip including transportation from Paris, Skip-the-Line Access and Audio-Guide
Paris
Mont Saint Michel Shared Full Day Trip
Mont Saint Michel Shared Full Day Trip
Bayeux
Tour : U.S beaches
Tour : U.S beaches
Bayeux
Louvre Museum in Paris: entrance tickets & audioguides
Louvre Museum in Paris: entrance tickets & audioguides
Paris
Local specialist: Amandine Dumas
Amandine
Amandine Dumas
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Oct 03, 2023

Thank you so much Kim for your feedback :)
I'm glad you enjoyed your trip and the small group activities.
What an epic return journey to Paris it was! Thankfully, everything is back to normal!
I wish you all the best, take care.
Amandine

Justine was great to work with
France | Sep 13 - Sep 25, 2023

Thomas
Thomas L.
Orlando, FL | Reviewed on Oct 01, 2023
Justine was great to work with. After several changes during the initial planning it was finally time for the trip. There were a few minor hiccups that occurred during the trip however we rolled with it and KimKim did not hesitate in reimbursing us for the inconveniences. Even if slightly disappointed during those speed bumps, the trip will truly be unforgettable. Justine and her team were available immediately and even made some final additions to assure our trip was an amazingly memorable... Read more

Justine was great to work with. After several changes during the initial planning it was finally time for the trip. There were a few minor hiccups that occurred during the trip however we rolled with it and KimKim did not hesitate in reimbursing us for the inconveniences. Even if slightly disappointed during those speed bumps, the trip will truly be unforgettable. Justine and her team were available immediately and even made some final additions to assure our trip was an amazingly memorable experience. I am not a paid sponsor and so the 5 stars I gave are legitimate to my personal experience. I would highly recommend Justine and KimKim. They can cater a memorable experience to whatever your budget may be. T.

Local specialist: Justine Edelin
Justine
Justine Edelin
Local specialist in Lacenas | Replied on Oct 02, 2023

Bonjour Thomas,

I am happy you and Jenn had a great experience in France and I thank you for this amazing review.

I wish you all the best for you guys, and we hope to see you again soon on Kimkim !

Kindest regards,
Justine

France trip
France | Sep 18 - Sep 29, 2023

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kris h.
Deer Valley, AZ | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2023
We were very happy overall with trip and all the help Sarah gave us with our planning. She took the information we had given her on things we'd like to see and do and she outlined for us a perfect trip! We picked up a rental car just outside of Paris and with navigation on our phone, had very little trouble driving all through France. We really liked the flexibility driving gave us as we made several side trips to cities and things we wanted to see along the way and we could stay as long as... Read more

We were very happy overall with trip and all the help Sarah gave us with our planning. She took the information we had given her on things we'd like to see and do and she outlined for us a perfect trip! We picked up a rental car just outside of Paris and with navigation on our phone, had very little trouble driving all through France. We really liked the flexibility driving gave us as we made several side trips to cities and things we wanted to see along the way and we could stay as long as we like, or as little, when we were at our destinations. We were in the regions of Normandy, the Lore Valley and the Dordonge region around Sarlat. All the tickets we needed for various sites were included with good information to go with them. Sarah had also included restaurant suggestions and other various helpful hints to make it easy for us to travel on our own in a foreign country. We did have a tour mishap in Bordeaux , but when we called the emergency number for KimKim, they immediately answered our call and took care of the issue. That was very reassuring! It was great to already have valet service set up to and from the airport and train station to our hotels.

Hotel Reviews
Dormy House
Etretat

We especially liked this hotel! It was a bit hard to figure out how to get up to it, but was so worth it once you are up there overlooking the city. The accommodations were large and it had a nice restaurant, bar and outside sitting area. Very nice!

Authenticity & Character
It wasn't an old city hotel, but it was a very nice hotel in a beach city.
Location
It overlooks the city and beach.
Staff
They were all very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
A large, comfortable room! Very well maintained.
Hôtel Joe M
Paris

The hotel was located in a good part of town and it was easy walking to sites. The bathrooms were very small, but the room was fine.

Authenticity & Character
it was more of a boutique hotel. Very small elevator, hallways, and bathroom.
Location
Staff
very, very helpful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chateau de Bellefontaine 4*
Bayeux

The hotel had lovely grounds, but was so far outside of town, that you had to drive to get to town, which wasn't so convenient. The rooms were nice.

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Hotel Les Ambassadeurs
Saint-Malo

The rooms were very tiny, but clean and cute. It was right on the beach and an easy walk to a fun shopping and eating area.

Authenticity & Character
vey cute with leopard print carpeting.
Location
Staff
Very nice and helpful with all questions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
small, but nice
Hotel Pavillon de Lys
Amboise

Our room was very nice, but we had an upgrade room, our friends had another room that wasn't as nice- no real shower, and smaller.

Authenticity & Character
Location
very near the city center so easy walking to shopping and dining.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Villa des Consuls
Sarlat-la-Canéda

We had an apartment here. It was in a great location in the city center. It was very nice, but even our 1st floor room was up many winding stairs.

Authenticity & Character
It fit in with the medieval city. We had a nice, bit room.
Location
Right on one of the main streets of Sarlat.
Staff
Very nice! They were very accommodating and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Maison Bord'eaux
Bordeaux

A bit hard to find as the signage isn't really easy to locate. It was in a good part of town and it was easy walking to get to the sites of the city.

Authenticity & Character
More of a boutique hotel. Very nice, large rooms.
Location
Staff
Very helpful and accomodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel OFF Paris Seine 4*
Paris

This was a fun way to end our trip! We were right on the river and we watched the boat travel the river as we ate dinner. It was a different experience. There was a lot of graffiti and homeless in the area so it didn't make you want to get out and walk around at night.

Authenticity & Character
very unique.
Location
It was fun to be on the river.
Staff
very nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were like on a cruise ship, a bit small in the bathroom area, but the beds were comfortable and nice.
Activity Reviews
Giverny - House of Monet (Timed tickets provided)
Giverny - House of Monet (Timed tickets provided)
France

WE all enjoyed seeing this. Self guided so you could spend as much time as you liked looking around.

Welcome to Bayeux
Welcome to Bayeux
Bayeux

We enjoyed the Normandy region and the WWII sites. Our guide was very informative.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon with Da Vinci
Afternoon with Da Vinci
Amboise

It was interesting and the grounds with his inventions/bridges was fun to walk trough.

Quality of Experience
Discover the châteaux de Chambord and Chenonceau on your own with tickets provided
Discover the châteaux de Chambord and Chenonceau on your own with tickets provided
France

We really enjoyed touring these 2 chateaus. They were different from each other, but both amazing and the grounds were lovely.

Quality of Experience
Tickets to Prehistory Museum, Lascaux IV  and Parc du Thot
Tickets to Prehistory Museum, Lascaux IV and Parc du Thot
Sarlat

This was very interesting to see and different that the other trip/tours we did. We all enjoyed seeing it and hearing about how it came to be discovered.

Quality of Experience
Bordeaux Best Food Tour
Bordeaux Best Food Tour
Bordeaux

There was a mishap with this tour, so we didn't go on it. As it turned out, it's a good thing we didn't as I don't think we would have made our train if we had.

Private transfer in Paris
Private transfer in Paris
Paris

This is the best part of using a tour company to set things up for you. it was so nice to have transportation to and from the airport and train to our hotel. It is a nightmare driving in Paris and it was wonderful not having to worry about that!

Quality of Experience
The company always sent a text the day before to tell us who our diver would be and they were easy to locate in each destinations. It was a godsend to have this service set up for us!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Every driver was very courteous, and professional.
Transport
The Mercedes vans were perfect for the 4 of us and luggage.
Local specialist: Sarah Metrat
Sarah
Sarah Metrat
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Oct 04, 2023

Hi Kris!! Thanks so much for this detailed feedback; it really helps us improve our experiences! I'm delighted to read that you had a great time and that my colleagues were able to assist you smoothly in Bordeaux (sorry about that hiccup!). I believe this itinerary provides a comprehensive overview of French history, culture, and the diversity of landscapes and gastronomy we have to offer. You've been a pleasure to work with and I can't thank you enough for your trust!
Sarah and the High Point Holidays Team

Magical trip to France
France | Sep 13 - Sep 22, 2023

Michele
Michele B.
Wolcott, CT | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2023
We had a wonderful trip. Vaseem was very responsive to our questions during the planning and throughout the entire ten days. The pastry tour, cooking class, Champagne tour and D Day beaches were the highlights of the trip. Read more

We had a wonderful trip. Vaseem was very responsive to our questions during the planning and throughout the entire ten days. The pastry tour, cooking class, Champagne tour and D Day beaches were the highlights of the trip.

Hotel Reviews
Hôtel Place du Louvre - Esprit de France
Paris

This was our favorite hotel! The staff and breakfast were amazing! The rooms were smallish yet very clean and comfortable. Can’t say enough about the staff. They were more than willing to help us with our many questions about getting from one point to another.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Central location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
HOTEL CAMPANILE REIMS CENTRE - Cathédrale
Reims

This was a lovely hotel. The staff were very accommodating and the breakfast was adequate. Really great coffee station. Rooms were clean but a little warm.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Spa Pasino
Le Havre

We stayed here just one night but the staff could not have been more accommodating. The breakfast was delicious as was the complementary drink and dinner that evening we arrived. We also enjoyed the pool and hot tub.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chateau de Bellefontaine 4*
Bayeux

This was a very charming chateau. They let us order room service the night we arrived as we were quite late. The breakfast was delicious.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Edgar & Achille
Paris

The hotel was very lovely and decor was ultra modern. Bathrooms are very small. The breakfast was across the street at the restaurant and was really an amazing breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Did not love the location. Very far off the beaten path.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Audio-guide visit of the Eiffel Tower with access to the summit
Audio-guide visit of the Eiffel Tower with access to the summit
Paris

I loved the visit to the Eiffel Tower at night. It was just magical.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discovery tour of Paris by vintage car
Discovery tour of Paris by vintage car
Paris

We loved this tour! Our driver was awesome and answered our many question along the way.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Vaseem Akaram
Vaseem
Vaseem Akaram
Local specialist in Montpellier, France | Replied on Nov 03, 2023

Hi Michele and Lori,

Wow! Such lovely pictures of you both. It goes without saying that you had a great time in France.

Thank you for trusting Kimkim and providing us with the opportunity to organize a wonderful trip for you both. It was really a great pleasure to organize your trip to France.

I wish you both all the best!
Best regards,
Vaseem

We were very happy with our decision to use K...
France | Sep 20 - Sep 27, 2023

Brenda
Brenda J.
Albuquerque, NM | Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023
We were very happy with our decision to use Kimkim and would do you again. Valentine understood what we had in mind and came up with a program that was perfect for us. She told us we would need a rental car, which we hadn't realized but was really essential, and she organized a perfect small car for us, an automatic, a hybrid, very easy to drive. She suggested excursions we could do, all of which were great, as was the guide (Anne) with that company. And she, Valentine, was very responsive to... Read more

We were very happy with our decision to use Kimkim and would do you again. Valentine understood what we had in mind and came up with a program that was perfect for us. She told us we would need a rental car, which we hadn't realized but was really essential, and she organized a perfect small car for us, an automatic, a hybrid, very easy to drive. She suggested excursions we could do, all of which were great, as was the guide (Anne) with that company. And she, Valentine, was very responsive to all queries. There was one small glitch when we checked into the hotel, but she quickly sorted that out. All in all, a great experience and we would recommend Kimkim to others.

Hotel Review
La Maison des Peyrat
Sarlat La Canéda

This is a lovely hotel, 14th century building with lots of charm, as well as (in our case at least) a 21st century bathroom! The owners are delightful and very helpful. My only hesitation is the location. One needs to know that the hotel is up a very steep hill and there's no food available at the hotel in the evening, so one either has a steep climb up after dinner or the problem of finding parking every evening. Apart from that, we loved the hotel and would recommend it.

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Activity Reviews
Villages of Dordogne Valley Half-Day Trip From Sarlat
Villages of Dordogne Valley Half-Day Trip From Sarlat
France

The Dordogne Valley Half-Day Trip from Sarlat was a delight. We enjoyed touring the villages and the experience of being in a small group was ideal. We were guided by an excellent guide named Ann for the majority of the time. She was knowledgeable and engaging, and I would absolutely recommend her to future travelers.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sarlat Market Visit & Dordogne Gourmet Culinary tour (small group/2 hours)
Sarlat Market Visit & Dordogne Gourmet Culinary tour (small group/2 hours)
France

The market visit and culinary tour in Sarlat was a fun experience. We enjoyed the mix of being on our own and also having guided tours. The small group setting was appreciated and made the experience more intimate. Our tour guide was fantastic and made the experience enjoyable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Paleolithic Art of the Dordogne Shared Full Day Trip From Sarlat
Paleolithic Art of the Dordogne Shared Full Day Trip From Sarlat
France

The Paleolithic Art full day trip was another enjoyable experience. Being in a small group allowed us to ask more questions and get more out of the trip. Our guide, Ann, was exceptional and greatly enhanced our experience. I would highly recommend her and this tour to future travelers.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rocamadour Half-Day Trip From Sarlat
Rocamadour Half-Day Trip From Sarlat
France

The Rocamadour half-day trip was a wonderful experience. We had a different tour guide for this trip, and while he was good, he didn't quite compare to Ann. Nonetheless, the trip was enjoyable and the views were stunning. I would recommend this tour to future travelers.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Valentine Julien
Valentine
Valentine Julien
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Sep 28, 2023

Bonjour Brenda,
Merci beaucoup for your review!
It was a pleasure to organize your getaway in Dordogne.
See you soon in Europe, I would be very happy to organize your trip again,
Valentine

Two week honeymoon in France
France | Sep 13 - Sep 26, 2023

Tara
Tara K.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2023
Amandine was amazing! Working with her was so easy and she was very receptive to my requests. She ended up putting together a fabulous trip for us. We were especially impressed by her quick response when our train was delayed causing us to run late to a dinner cruise. The tours and classes she found and booked for us were definitely the highlights of our time in France. Our whole trip was stress free because of her hard work. Would definitely recommend! Read more

Amandine was amazing! Working with her was so easy and she was very receptive to my requests. She ended up putting together a fabulous trip for us. We were especially impressed by her quick response when our train was delayed causing us to run late to a dinner cruise. The tours and classes she found and booked for us were definitely the highlights of our time in France. Our whole trip was stress free because of her hard work. Would definitely recommend!

Hotel Reviews
Cloitre Saint Louis 4*
Avignon

The location and history of this hotel is what made it a good stay. The restaurant on site was also delicious for dinner and we enjoyed eating outside for breakfast and dinner. The rooms were a bit outdated and bathroom felt closed in. Overall would recommend.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hôtel les Restanques de Moustiers
Moustiers Sainte Marie

We would stay here over and over again. The town itself is a dream of views, hospitality, and a relaxing break from the cities. This was the best hotel breakfast of our trip that had four hotel’s breakfasts. Our room was clean and functional and the staff was extremely hospitable and kind. The landscaping on property was stunning and inspiring. We enjoyed having grapes from the vines!

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Staff
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Hôtel Apollinaire
Nice

Newly and beautifully renovated. Exceptional staff. Walkable to so much of Nice but felt less “touristy”

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Hotel Acadia Astotel
paris

The best part of this hotel was the location. The restaurants in this area are amazing and we found that we could walk to nearly everything we had planned. Otherwise, I would not recommend this hotel. The breakfast room is in a basement with outdated decor and mid range food quality. The red colors in the communal spaces is stressful and overwhelming. Our room felt dirty and old, like a college dorm room. The bed was comfortable but our coffee was not restocked once during our five night stay. The bathroom was clean but seemed to be from the 80s with no water pressure in the sink and terrible lighting. Staff at the front desk seemed uninterested.

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Local specialist: Amandine Dumas
Amandine
Amandine Dumas
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Sep 28, 2023
Thank you so much to both of you for this nice review :)
Your honeymoon was so romantic to create and I am so relieved you were able to do the dinner cruise despite of the train delay and the traffic jams!!!
I also loved your french day : cheesemaking workshop and baking class !
However, I would like to apologise for the Hotel Acadia, we often recommend this chain for their easy access during the day with the "AstoTour", their location and their good value for money for a 3* accomodation in...
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Thank you so much to both of you for this nice review :)
Your honeymoon was so romantic to create and I am so relieved you were able to do the dinner cruise despite of the train delay and the traffic jams!!!
I also loved your french day : cheesemaking workshop and baking class !
However, I would like to apologise for the Hotel Acadia, we often recommend this chain for their easy access during the day with the "AstoTour", their location and their good value for money for a 3* accomodation in the heart of Paris.
I take note about your comments and will work on these specific with the hotel, I apologise once again for the inconvenience caused.

I hope you will keep wonderful memories from France and I wish you lots of love !

Amandine

Everything went so smoothly! There were a few...
France | Sep 7 - Sep 18, 2023

Tim
Tim N.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH | Reviewed on Sep 26, 2023

Everything went so smoothly! There were a few bumps in the road ( it comes with travel), but Fanny quickly got things right. KimKim’s choice of a biking company was spot-on. We highly recommend KimKim & Fanny.

Local specialist: Fanny Venet
Fanny
Fanny Venet
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Sep 28, 2023

Thank you Pam & Tim! It was a pleasure to have you traveling with us!
I am so happy you enjoyed your trip, especially the multi-day cycle tour in Brittany!!
A bientôt 😊
Fanny

Paris/Normandy/London adventure
France | Sep 13 - Sep 23, 2023

Diane
Diane H.
Bensalem, PA | Reviewed on Sep 25, 2023

Our specialist, Amandine was tremendous in helping us put together this fabulous trip. Hotels were great and transportation transfers were comfortable and always on time. Our tour guides: Carol - Latin Quarter Gourmet Food tour, Oliver - Versailles, Igor - D Day beaches and Julie - Saint Michel were all very knowledgeable, passionate and a lot of fun.

Local specialist: Amandine Dumas
Amandine
Amandine Dumas
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Oct 02, 2023

Bonjour Diane,
Thank you for your nice words for us and our guides :)
It really help us to improve our offers and thanks our partners.
I hope you will keep a lot of nice memories of this Europoean trip !
Kind regards,
Amandine

Fantastic trip in Southern France. Amandine d...
France | Sep 16 - Sep 24, 2023

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C V.
Knoxville, TN | Reviewed on Sep 25, 2023

Fantastic trip in Southern France. Amandine did an amazing job planning trip within 24 hours. Thank you

Local specialist: Amandine Dumas
Amandine
Amandine Dumas
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Sep 28, 2023

Thank you so much Carmelo for you review :)
I am glad to read you enjoy this amazing last minute trip !
Take care,
Amandine

We had the best time in France!!!
France | Sep 14 - Sep 20, 2023

Peggy
Peggy I.
Hope, ND | Reviewed on Sep 24, 2023

We had the best time in France. We worked with Vaseem. He was so helpful planning our trip. He had everything planned from picking us up at the airport, taking us to our hotel, to lining up cooking classes and booking our train tickets to wine country. We will definitely use KimKim again for future travels.

Local specialist: Vaseem Akaram
Vaseem
Vaseem Akaram
Local specialist in Montpellier, France | Replied on Sep 26, 2023

Hi Peggy and John,

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Thank you for trusting Kimkim and providing us with the opportunity to organize a wonderful trip for you both. It was really a great pleasure to organize your trip to France and so good to know that you had a great time here.

I wish you both all the best!

Best regards,
Vaseem

Terrific trip!
France | Sep 8 - Sep 14, 2023

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Nina W.
Medford, OR | Reviewed on Sep 24, 2023
Lucie put together a terrific trip for us. Adil picked us up at the airport and was an excellent guide for our 6 day adventure. He shared his knowledge of the area and we learned a lot about Normandy and Brittany. His van was very comfortable for the four of us and he had water available if we needed it. We've been recommending kimkim whenever friends ask about our trip. Read more

Lucie put together a terrific trip for us. Adil picked us up at the airport and was an excellent guide for our 6 day adventure. He shared his knowledge of the area and we learned a lot about Normandy and Brittany. His van was very comfortable for the four of us and he had water available if we needed it. We've been recommending kimkim whenever friends ask about our trip.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel le Dauphin Les Loges
Honfleur

Quaint hotel, narrow stairs. No air conditioning but a fan was provided; still hot. Very nice breakfast and staff.

Authenticity & Character
Great staff!
Location
Easy walking
Staff
Kind, patient and attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stairs can be challenging.
Le Bayeux 3*
Bayeux

Reception didn’t have a reservation in my name. Thankfully we had asked our guide to wait until we were checked in before leaving. He knew our agents name and that is how the made the booking (the hotel, not the agent). The room was very worn; mold in the shower, extremely soft bed and pillows, thin towels. Air conditioner made a regular banging noise; we asked that it be fixed but we don’t think it was. Breakfast was okay, but a line for the coffee machine and the staff person only came out to ask for room numbers.

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Hôtel Beaufort
Saint-Malo

Lovely room, ambience and location.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right on the boardwalk with a wonderful view of the sea.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Visit of Giverny and Monet’s Garden
Visit of Giverny and Monet’s Garden
France

Just a beautiful way to start our trip.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Adil was always prompt, had great information and kept us informed.
Transport
Very comfortable van.
Visit to a cider mill
Visit to a cider mill
France

Charming and interesting but the visit was too long.

Full-day visit of D-day beaches - U.S. sector (small group tour)
Full-day visit of D-day beaches - U.S. sector (small group tour)
Bayeux

We covered a lot in one day. The guide was friendly and informative. She also gave us free time roy explore.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Celine was genuinely interested in the history of the area.
Transport
Comfortable van.
Local specialist: Lucie Rousseau
Lucie
Lucie Rousseau
Local specialist in Montpellier | Replied on Oct 17, 2023

Thank you so much Nina for this detailed comment. I am happy to read that Adil took such a good care of you during your stay.
We have taken a good note about your feedback on Hotel Bayeux, and we will make sure to avoid it for our future clients. Thank you so much, this is very helpful. And again, I am sorry the experience wasn't good for you on that front.
Don't hesitate to reach out if you wish to come back to France. I'd be happy to help you plan another trip.

Incredible Experience In France!
France | Sep 9 - Sep 20, 2023

Todd
Todd J.
Eau Claire, WI | Reviewed on Sep 23, 2023
Sarah didn’t disappoint with her travel suggestions and itinerary! The tours were fun and exactly what we were looking for in our first trip in Europe. We met wonderful people on our journey from Paris to Nice! Our hotels and tour guides were amazing. We can’t wait for our next big adventure! Read more

Sarah didn’t disappoint with her travel suggestions and itinerary! The tours were fun and exactly what we were looking for in our first trip in Europe. We met wonderful people on our journey from Paris to Nice! Our hotels and tour guides were amazing. We can’t wait for our next big adventure!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Rosalie
Paris

Fantastic people and very clean. We especially loved our breakfasts!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy to access to the metro.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Philippe Le Bon
Dijon

Amazing staff and quiet location with easy access to the city center.

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Staff
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Le Phénix Hôtel
Lyon

We had a wonderful view overlooking the river!

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Hôtel de l’Horloge
Avignon

Very very cute hotel. The staff were very helpful getting us settled into our room.

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Activity Reviews
Eiffel Tower Tickets
Eiffel Tower Tickets
Paris

Definitely worth seeing if you visit Paris!

Quality of Experience
Transport
Metro is easy to use to get there.
Montmartre Local Gastronomy Tour
Montmartre Local Gastronomy Tour
Paris

Wonderful guide and fun people!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Moulin Rouge - Big Night Out - Tickets only
Moulin Rouge - Big Night Out - Tickets only
Paris
Quality of Experience
La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience
La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience
Dijon
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The best of Bourgogne
The best of Bourgogne
France

Alex was a great guide! Very knowledgeable. Loved our lunch as well!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Lyon Old Town Food tour
Lyon Old Town Food tour
Lyon
Private discovery the Beaujolais & the Medieval Town of Perouges
Private discovery the Beaujolais & the Medieval Town of Perouges
France

Julie is the person to see for an incredible experience through wine country!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Chateauneuf du Pape & the Luberon
Discover Chateauneuf du Pape & the Luberon
Avignon
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private transfer in town
Private transfer in town
France
Private driver transfer
Paris
Local specialist: Sarah Metrat
Sarah
Sarah Metrat
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Oct 04, 2023

Hi Todd and Rebecca! Thank you so much for your helpful and kind review, and for sharing the photos – we love seeing our travelers in action! It has been a pleasure putting together this trip for you, and you've been delightful to work with. I'm glad you had the opportunity to explore our gastronomic treasures and experience the beauty of our country. If you're up for another adventure in Europe, please don't hesitate to get in touch, as we also operate in the UK! Thanks again for your trust!
Sarah & the High Point Holidays Team

Wonderful Trip to France
France | Sep 12 - Sep 21, 2023

Bill
Bill H.
Mequon, WI | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023
Our trip to France was wonderful. Our kimkim specialist Nathalie spent the time to understand our interests provided a great itinerary that met or exceeded our travel wishes. The only problem we encountered was with our first hotel. The room was dirty and had a smell. We requested another room which was slightly better, but still not adequate. We contacted Nathalie and she found us another, much better, hotel that we took the following night. The other hotels throughout the trip were... Read more

Our trip to France was wonderful. Our kimkim specialist Nathalie spent the time to understand our interests provided a great itinerary that met or exceeded our travel wishes. The only problem we encountered was with our first hotel. The room was dirty and had a smell. We requested another room which was slightly better, but still not adequate. We contacted Nathalie and she found us another, much better, hotel that we took the following night. The other hotels throughout the trip were very nice. The car transfers throughout the trip were punctual and comfortable. The tours and tour guides were especially good. We even emailed each of the tour companies in Bayeux, Saint Málo and Paris with positive feedback about the knowledge and passion of their tour guides.

The hotel problem at the beginning had the potential of spoiling the rest of the trip. But Nathalie’s quick response to find another hotel and her willingness to work to get a refund eased our minds and allowed us to enjoy our time in France.

Hotel Reviews
Le Bayeux 3*
Bayeux

The first room we got was dirty, there was mold in the bathroom and had a smell. They gave us a new room, which had teh same issues as the first room. We moved to a new hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to all that is in Bayeux.
Staff
Very accomodating, friendly and understood our concerns about the rooms.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel needs to be updated.
La Maison des Armateurs 4*
Saint Malo

Hotel is located within the walled city. It is very close to attractions, restaurants and shops. Our room was clean and comfortable. Our room overlooked the street. We kept the windows open so it was noisy at night. However, with the windows shut and AC on, noise is not a problem. Breakfast is good, plenty of choices. Staff was friendly.

Hôtel A la Villa des Artistes
Paris

A quiet, comfortable room with a friendly staff in the heart of Paris. Room was a little small, but not a problem for us. We would recommend it.

Activity Reviews
Eiffel Tower skip the line summit tour (small group/2h)
Eiffel Tower skip the line summit tour (small group/2h)
Paris

Skipped it. Too many people.

Paris to Bayeux - Discover Giverny along the way
Paris to Bayeux - Discover Giverny along the way
France

Beautiful stop on our way from Paris to Normandy. Two hours was enough for us to experience the beautiful gardens and home of Claude Monet.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Christophe was punctual, helpful and a good driver.
Transport
Having a driver made the trip more relaxing.
Full Day Tour of Omaha and Utah Beaches & Normandy Landings Sites
Full Day Tour of Omaha and Utah Beaches & Normandy Landings Sites
Bayeux

Having a tour guide to see the landing sights should really be considered required. We learned so much and saw many sights that I am sure we would have missed had we done the tour on our own. Our tour guide, Victor, was friendly and knowledgeable. The travel was comfortable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Victor was knowledgeable about the history of DDay.
Transport
Comfortable van. Victor was a good driver.
Mont-Saint-Michel Full day Tour
Mont-Saint-Michel Full day Tour
France

We are glad we had a tour guide for this experience as opposed to just going there on our own. Our guide was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the Abbey (including when the best time to eat was in order to avoid crowds).

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Manon was fabulous!!
Transport
Clean, comfortable van.
Two walking tours on the Emerault Coast:  Saint Malo and Cancale (total 3.5-hours)
Two walking tours on the Emerault Coast: Saint Malo and Cancale (total 3.5-hours)
France

Marc the tour guide was wonderful. Since he is from Brittany he knows the area well. The Emerault Coast is spectacular! Cancale is a beautiful city and a must see if you are in to oysters. Had a wonderful time!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Marc knew a lot about the area. It was fascinating to hear the history of the region.
Transport
Clean, comfortable transport.
Half-day private tour Dinan and St-Suliac
Half-day private tour Dinan and St-Suliac
Saint-Malo

This was one of the favorite tours of our visit to France. Once again, Marc knows the area very well and did an excellent job of explaining the history of the area as well as explaining about French culture today.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Saint Germain des Prés Food Tour
Saint Germain des Prés Food Tour
Paris

This would be a must-do tour in Paris. We had a great time with Matthias touring the neighborhood of Saint Germain and sampling the charcuterie, baguettes, cheeses and especially the chocolates, wine, choux a la creme and the patisserie! A very memorable tour!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Nathalie Durand
Nathalie
Nathalie Durand
Local specialist in Beaujolais | Replied on Oct 02, 2023

Dear Bill,

Thank you for sharing this review ! In spite of this " Le Bayeux" issue, you went back with an unforgettable memory of your trip in France and that is exactly what we want !
Hope to see you again on Kim Kim and be your travel advisor again !
Nathalie

Justine and the KimKim Team were fantastic! Made trip planning super easy and enjoyable!
France | Aug 24 - Sep 6, 2023

Claudia
Claudia M.
Moraga, CA | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2023
Justine and the KimKim Team did a fabulous job with our two week France trip! The hotels, the restaurant recommendations, the tours, it was exactly what we were looking for. It was my husband's first trip to France, and my first in 30 years so we wanted to hit all the typical tourist spots. The guided tour of Medieval France (Saint Chapelle, Ile de Cite, Notre Dame) was really amazing and fun with tour guide Athina! All the hotels Justine picked were in great locations, small boutique... Read more

Justine and the KimKim Team did a fabulous job with our two week France trip! The hotels, the restaurant recommendations, the tours, it was exactly what we were looking for. It was my husband's first trip to France, and my first in 30 years so we wanted to hit all the typical tourist spots. The guided tour of Medieval France (Saint Chapelle, Ile de Cite, Notre Dame) was really amazing and fun with tour guide Athina!

All the hotels Justine picked were in great locations, small boutique hotels that were exactly what we were looking for! I highly recommend Hotel Mansart in Paris, Maison No in Lyon, Splendid Hotel in Annecy, and definitely Hotel West End in Nice where we were overlooking the Mediterranean. So lovely!

Our stop in Chamonix/Mt. Blanc was a highlight - it was great to get out of the cities and breath the fresh mountain air!

We truly loved it all and can't wait to go back! We'll definitely use KimKim again for our travels!

Hotel Reviews
Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Tremblay-en-France

hotel is right outside the airport so it's a great location if you have any early morning flight!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hôtel Mansart
Paris

Very sweet boutique hotel. Wonderful customer service, friendly staff, delicious breakfasts and great location. Close to the Opera and Place de Vendome and shopping around Rue Rivoli.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
super friendly staff!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maison Nô
Lyon

Very nice hotel in a great part of town near restaurants and nightlife and walking distance to all the sights. Great breakfasts on the rooftop of the building!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Splendid Hotel Lac d'Annecy - Handwritten Collection
Annecy

Nice hotel with pleasantly furnished rooms. Staff were very helpful. Great breakfasts! Location was fantastic, about half a block from the lake and centrally located near lots of restaurants and nightlife!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel West End
Nice

Fabulous hotel situated right across the street from the Mediterranean Sea. Location can't be beat! Sweet outdoor restaurant with delicious breakfasts.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Back to Medieval Paris with Notre Dame, St Chapelle & Conciergerie
Back to Medieval Paris with Notre Dame, St Chapelle & Conciergerie
Paris

Our tour guide Athina was amazing! We learned so much and has so much fun touring Medieval Paris with her. It was a great walking tour and wonderful way to start our time in Paris!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Athina was so knowledgeable and a lot of fun!
Nighttime Seine River Cruise with Dining Experience
Nighttime Seine River Cruise with Dining Experience
Paris

Very nice dinner and beautiful nighttime tour of Paris!

Quality of Experience
Food
Murders and Mysteries of the Louvre
Murders and Mysteries of the Louvre
Paris

This private tour of the Louvre was a great way to see and learn about some of the amazing in the museum. It was so helpful to have a guide rather than wandering aimlessly through the crowds!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was good but sometimes hard to understand and the crowds made it hard to hear!
Food Tour in Lyon Old Town
Food Tour in Lyon Old Town
Lyon

A great way to taste some of the great food in Lyon. We visited a shop with amazing cured meats, a cheese shop, a dessert shop, and then gelato! Fun to walk through the older neighborhoods of Lyon and learn about the town's history!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Aiguille du Midi, hike in balcony and Mer de Glace with picnic lunch
Aiguille du Midi, hike in balcony and Mer de Glace with picnic lunch
France

We weren't feeling well so didn't go all the way to the top but had a fabulous visit to the midway point, a wonderful picnic and great guide who shared so much information. A wonderful day in the mountains!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, Jeremy, was fantastic!
Cannes, Antibes and St Paul de Vence Small Group Tour (Full day)
Cannes, Antibes and St Paul de Vence Small Group Tour (Full day)
France

This was a wonderful day and we loved exploring these three towns on the Riviera!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Monaco, Eze and La Turbie Tour small group tour
Monaco, Eze and La Turbie Tour small group tour
France

Nice tour!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Justine Edelin
Justine
Justine Edelin
Local specialist in Lacenas | Replied on Sep 21, 2023

Bonjour Claudia,

Thanks for your wonderfull feedback, I am so happy that you and Brian had a wonderfull time in France !
We hope to see you again on Kimkim in the future :)

All the best for you,
Best regards
Justine

We enjoyed our TMB trip, even though for reas...
France | Sep 4 - Sep 10, 2023

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Ronald H.
Hyattsville, MD | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2023
We enjoyed our TMB trip, even though for reasons outside our control, it didn't go accoding to plan. Our flight from Heathrow was delalyed two hours, but the Mountain Dropoffs driver met us at the Geneva airport and gave us a shuttle ride to Chamonix as planned. That evening we had a terrific Franch meal, looking up at the dying light over Mont Blanc. I really enjoyed Chamonix, a place where one sees as many people running as walking, and where the sky is dotted with hang gliders. The... Read more

We enjoyed our TMB trip, even though for reasons outside our control, it didn't go accoding to plan. Our flight from Heathrow was delalyed two hours, but the Mountain Dropoffs driver met us at the Geneva airport and gave us a shuttle ride to Chamonix as planned. That evening we had a terrific Franch meal, looking up at the dying light over Mont Blanc. I really enjoyed Chamonix, a place where one sees as many people running as walking, and where the sky is dotted with hang gliders. The highlight of our "open" day on Tuesday, Sept. 5 before the trek was taking the tram up to l'Aguille du Midi. My wife Kathy had been concerned about the altitude, but in fact she tolerated it fine, and we were rewarded with unforgettable views of the Swiss Alps from out vantage point at 3850 m. The weather throughout was sunny and very warm for the time of year; the ride up to l'Aguille du Midi was the only time on the whole trip when I had to break out my cold-weather gear.

There were two problems at the start of the trip. First, our Chamonix hotel room at Plan B (can't recall the room noumber) turned out to be infested with bedbugs! This has happened to us before when traveling. I don't seem to be sensitive to them, but my wife is very sensitive and was bitten dozens of times (we actually spotted one of the bugs the next day). Second, there was a mixup with the luggage. We had arranged with Mt. Blanc Taxi for a luggage transfer to our hotel in Les Contamines and also to transport Kathy. There was some mixup, and while the driver took Kathy and my bags, her bag was left behind in Chamonix. It finally showed up at the hotel, but not until late afternoon. Partly this was my fault, since I hadn't informed kimkim that when I packed for the trip, I was unable to fit all the food I thought I needed for the trip (breakfast food and lunches for four days), as well as my clothes for a planned week of travel after the trip, into a single duffel bag. I improved by taking a second, medium-sized backpack (a Kelty Redwing 44). Apparently this was a big problem for the taxi service. We had discussed that there were arrangements for luggage transfer, but not exactly how many bags or how large. On top of that, my own duffel bag showed up damaged (the zipper of the main compartment was broken), when it was fine at the time I packed it. I had to scramble to hike into town and buy a replacement duffel bag right away.

On the trek itself, I was very pleased with the "MonRoadbook" app. Whenever I was uncertain about navigation, I would zoom in on my location and quickly determined whether I was on the intended route or not. The combination of the app and generally good signage meant that navigation was less of a problem on this tour than I expected. I had tried to study the route, but it's just not possible to memorize every major turn in advance.

I enjoyed the hiking most on Day 1, which was only about half the distance of the next two days. When I got to Les Contamines, there seemed to be something in the air there that was irritating me, as I noticed that my nose was running and I had a little heaviness in my chest. I thought I might be coming down with a cold, but the symptoms could also be related to the strenuous hike I had just completed. The second day, to Courmayeur, was long and exhausting. The third day, to Champex-Lac, was the longest of the trip (31.5 miles), but the terrain was a lot easier, especially on the second half. But I started Day 3 already in an exhausted and dehydrated state. My energy level was much lower than usual, and I had to go slower than usual and take frequent rest stops before making it over the Grand Col de Ferret and into Switzerland at about 2:40 pm. I had to do the final leg of the hike into Champex-Lac with a headlamp, and didn't arrive at the Relais d'Arpette until around 9:30 pm, after nearly 14 hours of hiking. The owners were very nice and saved some hot food for me even though their kitchen was officially closed.

I had already decided that I wasn't up to hiking the fourth day, even though it would be easier than days 2 and 3. My cold, or whatever it was, had gotten worse, and I had developed a sore throat. My energy level had crashed. So I arranged for a taxi ride back to Chamonix. When I got to the hotel there, I tested positive for COVID. So that is why I was so weak the third day. I had correctly assessed my fitness as good enough to do the 4-day tour, but something like COVID can mess anything up. At least I got three good days of hiking in.

I found kimkim to be professional and helpful throughout. The arrangements we had made all held up. I would not hesitate to book with kimkim again.

Local specialist: Thomas Bringuy
Thomas
Thomas Bringuy
Local specialist in Chambéry | Replied on Sep 28, 2023

Hello Ronald

It was a great adventure, and it was a real pleasure to organize this trip for you !

Thomas

Trip of a lifetime in the South of France
France | Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2023

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joe h.
Wheeler, WI | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023

Amandine put together a trip of a life time for my wife, son, daughter in law and myself. Our favorite places were Aix En Provence, Grotto of Mary Magdalene, Albi and Toulouse. These experiences were made even more memorable by our guides Olivia and Marine. Finally, Amandine really pulled us out of a jam when we forgot our passports in a hotel safe in Toulouse and got them to us in Barcelona before flight was scheduled to leave — 24 hours! Truly amazing client service.

Local specialist: Amandine Dumas
Amandine
Amandine Dumas
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Sep 20, 2023

Bonjour à tous !
Thank you so much for your kind feedback, your trip was incredible and epic right to the end with the passports adventure!
I've transmited your kind words to Olivia and Marine, thank you again.
I wish you all the best for the future and to keep wonderful memories of this awesome trip!
Amandine

Our guides for each of the planned events we ...
France | Sep 1 - Sep 11, 2023

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Peter J.
Saint Charles, MO | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023
Our guides for each of the planned events we fantastic, knowledgeable and very personable. We saw some amazing sites in France. My wife's favourite was Chateau Chambord and mine was the food tour we did in Paris. The arrangement of transfers to and from hotels, railway stations and airports made the entire logistical experience fantastic. We were fortunate enough to have the same driver multiple times in Paris and he went above and beyond to help me when I left my mobile phone in his car... Read more

Our guides for each of the planned events we fantastic, knowledgeable and very personable. We saw some amazing sites in France. My wife's favourite was Chateau Chambord and mine was the food tour we did in Paris.

The arrangement of transfers to and from hotels, railway stations and airports made the entire logistical experience fantastic. We were fortunate enough to have the same driver multiple times in Paris and he went above and beyond to help me when I left my mobile phone in his car on departure day.

Justine did an amazing job of planning and advising and was responsive and helpful throughout the journey with the few hiccups we had

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Le Clos d'Amboise
Amboise
Hôtel du Rond-point des Champs-Élysées - Esprit de France
Paris
Hôtel de l’Horloge
Avignon
Le Marquis by Inwood Hotels
Paris
Activity Reviews
Villandry, Azay-Le-Rideau & Vouvray wine tour - Full Day
Villandry, Azay-Le-Rideau & Vouvray wine tour - Full Day
France
Chambord, Chenonceau & Lunch at the Château - Full Day
Chambord, Chenonceau & Lunch at the Château - Full Day
France
Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket
Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket
Paris
Seine Cruise with Commentary
Seine Cruise with Commentary
Paris
Back to Medieval Paris with Notre Dame, St Chapelle & Conciergerie
Back to Medieval Paris with Notre Dame, St Chapelle & Conciergerie
Paris

unfortunately we missed this activity as my wife was unwell. We were not able to reschedule it

Saint Germain des Prés Food Tour
Saint Germain des Prés Food Tour
Paris
Louvre Museum Private Tour
Louvre Museum Private Tour
Paris
Saint Remy, les Baux de Provence, Pont du Gard
Saint Remy, les Baux de Provence, Pont du Gard
France
Highlights of Provence : Chateauneuf du Pape and Luberon
Highlights of Provence : Chateauneuf du Pape and Luberon
France
Local specialist: Justine Edelin
Justine
Justine Edelin
Local specialist in Lacenas | Replied on Sep 14, 2023

Bonjour Peter,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your feedback with us and with Kim Kim! It was a true pleasure to design your France trip! I am so happy that our guides, hoteliers and myself were able to make your trip a memorable experience! Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.

Thanks again for your trust in Kim Kim and in our team !

Take care,
Justine

50th Anniversary Paris Trip
France | Sep 7 - Sep 12, 2023

Jim
Jim V.
Morristown, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023
Mathilde's knowledgeable and instantly responsive communications and advice during the planning, adjustments and coordination of our itinerary and logistics was awesome leading up to and throughout our five day anniversary trip. The kimkim site paired us with the perfect travel professional for Paris and, undoubtedly, anywhere in France. Everyone on the staff of the "boutique" Hotel Baume where we stayed in the Latin Quarter catered to our every need with amazingly friendly, accommodating... Read more

Mathilde's knowledgeable and instantly responsive communications and advice during the planning, adjustments and coordination of our itinerary and logistics was awesome leading up to and throughout our five day anniversary trip. The kimkim site paired us with the perfect travel professional for Paris and, undoubtedly, anywhere in France.

Everyone on the staff of the "boutique" Hotel Baume where we stayed in the Latin Quarter catered to our every need with amazingly friendly, accommodating and professional service. We couldn't be happier with how this most memorable trip worked out for us and high recommend the kimkim online platform for staging a similar travel experience!

Hotel Review
Hôtel Baume
Paris

For us, this was the perfect and friendly "boutique" hotel in the Latin Quarter which catered to our every need almost always before we thought of it!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Mathilde Dubuisson
Mathilde
Mathilde Dubuisson
Local specialist in Villefranche-sur-Saône | Replied on Sep 14, 2023

Hi Jim and Vicki!
Thank you so much for your kind review, I'm happy you enjoyed your trip to France and I hope it was the perfect celebration for your 50th anniversary! I wish you all the best in your future travels!
Kind regards,
Mathilde

Our vacation in Paris, Versailles and Giverny
France | Sep 1 - Sep 6, 2023

Claudio
Claudio A.
Woodrow, NY | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023
Our vacation in Paris, Versailles and Giverny was wonderful. So much history, so many beautiful sights, and everyone we met was friendly and polite.
Beginning with Thomas, who picked us up at the airport and gave us a mini-lesson in French language and culture, on the way to the hotel. He also gave us the first views of the Arc De Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. We later visited both sites for some amazing views. We were lucky enough to also have Thomas as the driver to pick us up from...
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Our vacation in Paris, Versailles and Giverny was wonderful. So much history, so many beautiful sights, and everyone we met was friendly and polite.
Beginning with Thomas, who picked us up at the airport and gave us a mini-lesson in French language and culture, on the way to the hotel. He also gave us the first views of the Arc De Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. We later visited both sites for some amazing views. We were lucky enough to also have Thomas as the driver to pick us up from the hotel for our trip back to the airport.
The Hotel La Bourdonnais was elegant, clean, in a very nice and convenient location. The staff were very polite and attentive. The only problem we experienced was when the air conditioning system broke down on one or more floors, including ours, before our last night there. The staff provided us with a fan which made the room comfortable just the same.
Our private guides, Karim for Versailles, Robert for the Louvre and Alex for Giverny were extremely knowledgeable and also attentive to our needs.
The show at the Moulin Rouge was really entertaining and done in good taste.
Finally, the dinner cruise was unbelievable. The food was excellent, the service was very attentive, the live band was exciting and enthusiastic, and the views were unforgettable.
A big thank you to the staff at KimKim for being so helpful and flexible with our needs and preferences.
Hope to visit other parts of France in the future.
Regards,
Claudio

Hotel Review
Hotel La Bourdonnais - Tour Eiffel
Paris

The Hotel La Bourdonnais was elegant, clean, in a very nice and convenient location. The staff were very polite and attentive.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Lots of nice eateries nearby, but the best part was that it's only a 10 -15 minute walk to the Eiffel Tower.
Staff
The staff were very polite and attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Half day guided tour of the Palace of Versailles with priority access in a small group (1 to 15 people)
Half day guided tour of the Palace of Versailles with priority access in a small group (1 to 15 people)
Paris

Karim, our private tour guide for Versailles was extremely knowledgeable and also attentive to our needs.

Quality of Experience
The gardens and the artwork in Versailles are amazing.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Karim, out private tour guide, was exceptionally knowledgeable of Versailles. His English vocabulary is extensive and his pronunciation is superb. Always point out good spots for photo taking and volunteering to take the photos.
Transport
Vehicle was clean and comfortable. Karim, the private tour guide, gave us quite a bit of info about French culture and language along the way.
Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket
Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket
Paris

The Eiffel Tower itself is pretty awesome, also when seen with a miniature of the Statue of Liberty in the foreground. The views from the top are spectacular.

Quality of Experience
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Paris
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Paris
Paris

The Hop-on Hop-off Buses offer a really good introduction to Paris. Stop or pass by many of the main sights in Paris. Buses run frequently which makes it a very good way to get around. The issue we had was that there was no clear end-time for the buses. Seems that each driver decides when his shift is ending and ends his route at whichever stop is next at that time. So, two drivers could stop working at different times, at different stops.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Murders and Mysteries of the Louvre
Murders and Mysteries of the Louvre
Paris

The Louvre museum is one of the foremost museums in the world. It is immense, with 9 miles of corridors. You could spend days, actually weeks, admiring the artwork. Robert, our guide, was a wealth of information. He guided us through several sections of the museum, all amazing. The only let-down was the crowd at the Mona Lisa. You almost have to elbow your way through, in order to get to the front. I wish the curators would take a cue from the curators of The Last Supper in Milan, where only a small number of visitors is allowed to see the painting for a set number of minutes, then they're ushered out and the next small number of visitors is allowed in. That avoid the crowds and everyone has a front row view of the masterpiece.

Quality of Experience
The Louvre museum is like a whole world of masterpieces.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner show at the Moulin Rouge
Dinner show at the Moulin Rouge
Paris

The show at the Moulin Rouge was really entertaining and done in good taste. Several "circus" acts along with a lot of dance numbers with many glamorous dancers. The show was really entertaining and done in good taste.

Quality of Experience
Half-day tour to Giverny from Paris
Half-day tour to Giverny from Paris
Paris

Alex, our private guide, just like the other private guides, was extremely knowledgeable and also attentive to our needs.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Nighttime Seine River Cruise with Dining Experience
Nighttime Seine River Cruise with Dining Experience
Paris

Finally, the dinner cruise was unbelievable. The food was excellent, the service was very attentive, the live band was exciting and enthusiastic, and the views were unforgettable.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Josee Legrand
Josee
Josee Legrand
Local specialist in Lacenas | Replied on Sep 15, 2023

Bonjour Claudio!

What beautiful pictures! I relly appreciate you sending them! It seems as though you made wonderful memories here in France!
It was a delight to organize your itinerary and I hope you will come back to see us again. You still have the Beaujolais region to see :-) Merci for your feedback on the organization of your trip. Your comments are very important to us as they help to control, maintain, and improve the quality of our services and those of our local partners.
Thanks again for your trust in Kim Kim and in our team !

Josée

Great first-time trip to Europe
France | Aug 26 - Sep 3, 2023

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Tyler M.
East Hartford, CT | Reviewed on Sep 10, 2023
Valentine helped us to plan an amazing first time trip to France for us! We really enjoyed all of our tours by A la FRANÇAISE in each city! Read more

Valentine helped us to plan an amazing first time trip to France for us! We really enjoyed all of our tours by A la FRANÇAISE in each city!

Hotel Reviews
Maison Armance
Paris

This hotel was one of our favorites of the trip! The hotel staff & amenities were top notch!

Authenticity & Character
The decor and all of the staff
Location
Close to restaurants, sites and the metro
Staff
They were friendly and thoughtful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hôtel de l’Horloge
Avignon

The hotel was right in the center of town so it was easy to walk everywhere we needed to go!

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maisons du Monde Hôtel Marseille Vieux Port
Marseille

The hotel was within walking distance to pretty much everything!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room had a little bit of a smell to it like food and the floor wasn’t super clean but overall, we enjoyed our stay!
Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Tremblay-en-France

This hotel was probably one of the worst we have stayed in. The location was convenient as it was in the airport terminal. We had to change rooms as our air conditioning was broken. The room we changed to had water leaking from the ceiling and the response from the front desk was that they knew. The room wasn’t very clean also. The hotel restaurant was also concerning as we witnessed several people complaining about their food so we ate elsewhere.

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Activity Reviews
Commented Cruise on the Seine (audio guided)
Commented Cruise on the Seine (audio guided)
Paris

We loved this boat tour! Got to see Paris from a different angle

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Skip the line Eiffel Tower Summit Tickets
Skip the line Eiffel Tower Summit Tickets
Paris

We added these tickets last minute and they did not disappoint!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Palace of Versailles Half-Day Trip including transportation from Paris, Skip-the-Line Access and Audio-Guide
Palace of Versailles Half-Day Trip including transportation from Paris, Skip-the-Line Access and Audio-Guide
Paris

We wish this tour was a few hours longer! We had to get an audio guide but felt rushed in each room as there was so much to see! We loved the inside of the palace and loved the gardens even more!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Pastry and Chocolate Tour
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Pastry and Chocolate Tour
Paris

The guide we had was awesome! We loved it!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable & super nice
Transport
Murders and Mysteries of the Louvre
Murders and Mysteries of the Louvre
Paris

This tour was fun & we learned quite a bit but I think we were under the impression the “murders & mysteries” part was something different. We had a great time regardless!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Avignon Private Guided Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide
Avignon Private Guided Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide
Avignon

We really enjoyed the 1:1 tour through Avignon! We got to ask so many questions and learn so much!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our tour guide was amazing! She gave us so many great tips, recommendations
Transport
The Best of Luberon in an Afternoon
The Best of Luberon in an Afternoon
Avignon

We really loved the Luberon! The tour guide and group was great as well!

Quality of Experience
All of the amazing sites!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, bastian, was great!
Transport
Full-day e-bike tour in the Alpilles region (small group from Aix-en-Provence or Avignon)
Full-day e-bike tour in the Alpilles region (small group from Aix-en-Provence or Avignon)
France

We loved the e-bike tour for the most part! The only thing we think may be done better is returning the bikes and then walking through the village/town. We loved the olive oil tasting and wish it was a bit longer!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half-day Calanques tour from Marseille (small group tour)
Half-day Calanques tour from Marseille (small group tour)
Marseille

This boat tour was one of our favorite parts of the trip to Marseilles! We loved the entire experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide Jean-Luc was amazing!
Transport
Cooking class in Marseille with lunch included
Cooking class in Marseille with lunch included
Marseille

We would have liked to see the menu options before as one of us doesn’t care for seafood but the entire experience was worth it! We loved the chef!

Quality of Experience
Our group & chef
Food
The appetizers & wine were our favorite. One of us doesn’t like seafood but the meal was good!
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Transport
Local specialist: Valentine Julien
Valentine
Valentine Julien
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Sep 12, 2023

Good morning Tyler,
Thank you very much for your review!
It is always important to read your comments in order to improve our future services.
We hope you enjoyed your holiday in beautiful France.
Have a lovely Summer season & see you soon in Europe,
Valentine