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Discovery DMC

Welcome to Discovery Dmc, your premier choice for custom travel experiences in Asia, Europe & More!

For 20 years Discovery Dmc team has specialised in crafting immersive and transformative travel experiences to Asia and Europe.

Be it private island hideaways, off the beaten track adventures, gastronomic treats, going local, educational and the spiritual we got you covered.

Our travel experiences are about Exploring, Learning, and Discovery. A Celebration of Senses, great Moments, Indulgence and Sharing.

Our team of dedicated travel experts has extensive experience in crafting personalized journeys that leave a lasting impression. With our presence in various countries across the world, we have a unique edge in curating itineraries that highlight the region’s diversity and charm.

Whether you seek a romantic escape, a family excursion, or a solo adventure, we have something exceptional in store for you. At Discovery Dmc, we prioritize the individuality of every traveller and strive to deliver a tailored experience that reflects their unique preferences. We take the time to comprehend your needs and aspirations, collaborating with you to design a bespoke itinerary that surpasses expectations.

Upon reaching out to us, you will be connected with a dedicated travel consultant who will remain your primary point of contact throughout your journey. Our travel consultants are seasoned experts with firsthand knowledge of our destinations and offerings. We take pride in our meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of your journey is meticulously planned and flawlessly executed.

Partnering exclusively with top-tier hotels, resorts, and service providers in the region, we guarantee the utmost comfort, luxury, and service for our clients. Specializing in luxury travel experiences, we provide a comprehensive range of services to streamline your journey and minimize stress. From arranging airport transfers and private tours to organizing spa treatments and private yacht charters, we have the expertise to fulfil your every need.

At Discovery Dmc, we are dedicated to sustainable and responsible tourism. We actively engage with local communities and organizations to promote eco-friendly practices, giving back to the environment and the people who call it home.

Our Service
We pride ourselves on offering a personal touch. Unlike larger companies that focus on high volume, we intentionally remain small to provide greater attention to detail and personalized service. Discovery goes the extra mile before and throughout your trip to ensure your visit is truly special. We cherish the opportunity to host you.

Our Insight
Discovery takes delight in creating tours tailored to the precise wishes and requirements of our guests. We are passionate about showcasing the depth of our expertise on the country. In addition to our group tour offerings, we specialize in crafting off-the-beaten-path, adventurous, educational, and spiritual travel experiences.

Our Guides
We take pride in bringing together highly-trained travel professionals and engaging tour guides under one company. They share personally researched and experienced knowledge to provide our guests with unforgettable experiences.

Our Ethos
We believe tourism is vital for the country’s future and the prosperity of its people. Therefore, we strive to operate sustainably. Our guests can expect authentic experiences designed to protect the local culture and ecosystems.

Our Promise
When dealing with Discovery, you will not encounter a faceless mass travel factory. If you choose us, you will be looked after by a dedicated tour operator. The Discovery team will work tirelessly to make your dream trip a reality. Wherever you desire to go and whatever you wish to do, the Discovery partner network team has the experience and expertise to make it happen.

Thank you for considering Discovery Dmc for your next adventure.

We are committed to creating a journey that will leave a lasting impact and a lifetime of memories!

We offer you a 24/7 assistance during your trip! and a conciergerie servive that will help you with all services :)

Discovery DMC is part of the following groups: Japan Travel Agents, Cambodia Travel Agents, Laos Travel Agents

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Recent Trip Reviews for Discovery DMC

The guides we had in Japan were amazing..
Japan | Nov 23 - Dec 5, 2025

Elaine
Elaine C.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
The guides we had in Japan were amazing and they provided excellent experiences. Our hotels were great. We loved our trip.
Our contact at KimKim was not resident in Japan. It seems like he was working off a menu as opposed to experience. Some experiences were given as 4 hours long but in reality less than 2. Excursions were changed between days after we agreed on a specific day. It is important to pay close attention while planning.
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The guides we had in Japan were amazing and they provided excellent experiences. Our hotels were great. We loved our trip.
Our contact at KimKim was not resident in Japan. It seems like he was working off a menu as opposed to experience. Some experiences were given as 4 hours long but in reality less than 2. Excursions were changed between days after we agreed on a specific day. It is important to pay close attention while planning.

Hotel Reviews
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Kyoto

The hotel in Kyoto was great for our four-night stay. Both Tokyo and Kyoto hotels had fantastic breakfast buffets offering both continental and Japanese options.

Mt. Fuji View Onsen Ooike Hotel

The room was fine with a little garden. Initially, the front entrance was hard to find due to a lack of signage. Once inside, the hotel was nice. Louise prefers bathtubs and this hotel lacked one, but it was manageable for two nights.

Yufuin Baien Garden Resort
Yufu

We selected this hotel on recommendation s from a friend and it did not disappoint. The rooms were spacious and clean the private outdoor and indoor bathing areas were wonderful and made for a special experience.

Authenticity & Character
A truly Japanese experience
Location
A private setting a short walk into the village
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Tokyo Shiodome
Tokyo

Great hotel with comfortable rooms. The breakfast buffet is excellent with western as well as Japanese food available. All fresh. On a clear morning we could even see Mt Fuji from our table. It is an easy walk to catch a local train or the subway

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Location
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Activity Reviews
Self-Guided Nishiki Market Food Experience
Self-Guided Nishiki Market Food Experience
Kyoto

We did enjoy the Hidden Gardens experience. Our guide, we called him Kay, was great, and we enjoyed the interaction with him.

Half Day Imperial Palace East Gardens and Senso-ji Tour
Half Day Imperial Palace East Gardens and Senso-ji Tour
Tokyo

This was our first temple visit in Japan. Very interesting!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was knowledgeable and helped me to get a stamp.
Osaka Castle with guided tour
Osaka Castle with guided tour
Japan

I loved this tour. Osaka Castle is beautiful and has a lot of history. Well set up to see

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide is descended from samurai and very knowledgeable
Transport
We took the JR to close to the castle
Half Day Arashiyama Cycling Experience
Half Day Arashiyama Cycling Experience
Kyoto

This was fun but a little hairy riding through traffic for part of it. Going to see the monkeys (macaques) was a bit of a hike up.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was fun and gave a good explanation of the Japanese
Transport
Bikes are in good shape - 15 speeds
Lake Kawaguchi Cruise Tour
Lake Kawaguchi Cruise Tour
Fujikawaguchiko

We did the half day tour and it was not even that long, maybe 2 hours, not including the wait.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sumi-e(ink painting) Experience in a relaxing green tea shop in Tsukiji, Tokyo
Sumi-e(ink painting) Experience in a relaxing green tea shop in Tsukiji, Tokyo
Tokyo

I wish I was a better artist, not having done this before but the class was fun anyway. You have a choice between an ink painting on a board or coasters

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Kyoto hidden Gardens walking tour
Kyoto hidden Gardens walking tour
Kyoto

The gardens are beautiful especially with the fall colors.

Half Day Arakurayama Sengen Park and Mt.Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
Half Day Arakurayama Sengen Park and Mt.Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
Fujikawaguchiko

As Mt Fuji was covered in clouds, our guide for the two days suggested we wait until the next day do the Ropeway and boat cruise the next day and we were rewarded with beautiful sunny skies. Instead the guide took use to the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum and it was amazing

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Nikko - Day trip
Nikko - Day trip
Tokyo

This was not part of KimKim’s original plan but they provided a driver and a great guide which made it extra special

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
It is a bit of a drive from Tokyo but it gave use a chance to chat with the guide
Local specialist: Bastien Desonneville
Bastien
Bastien Desonneville
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Dec 16, 2025
Dear Elaine, Thanks for your comments, we are happy that you enjoyed our guides and services. FYI we are based in Japan, as explained i've been travelling in our Europe offices while you were travelling but our team was on spot to assist you all the way for your trip! As explained too, since you confirmed your trip one month before your travelling dates, small group tours are not always available and can change due to availibility, we moved things around in order to be able to deliver all... Read more

Dear Elaine,

Thanks for your comments, we are happy that you enjoyed our guides and services.

FYI we are based in Japan, as explained i've been travelling in our Europe offices while you were travelling but our team was on spot to assist you all the way for your trip!

As explained too, since you confirmed your trip one month before your travelling dates, small group tours are not always available and can change due to availibility, we moved things around in order to be able to deliver all the services instead of canceled it. Moreover, it's difficult to manage guides schedule and free time last minute. Japan is a touristy destinations and on average our travellers booked their trip from 1 year to 6 months in advance for this reasons. Guides are booked long time in advance too.

Regarding the tours durations, we are bit surprised by your message. We asked few times during the trip is everything was going well and we got only possitives feedbacks from you. Maybe you are referring to the tours in Hakone ? As described in the program, it includes transportations time with the guide.

We are here next time you need us for your next trip to Europe or Asia!

Best

Bastien

Amazing trip!
Japan | Nov 23 - Dec 5, 2025

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Louise W.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Bastien was wonderful and very cooperative. He is not a local specialist to the level that I would expect - but I am a very experienced traveler who is looking for very specific experiences. Once we arrived in Japan, the guides he had arranged were excellent and were the kind of local specialist we needed as part of the planning. My suggestion is to introduce the traveler to the in-country guides earlier in the process - it would have avoided some confusion on our end and un-necessary back... Read more

Bastien was wonderful and very cooperative. He is not a local specialist to the level that I would expect - but I am a very experienced traveler who is looking for very specific experiences. Once we arrived in Japan, the guides he had arranged were excellent and were the kind of local specialist we needed as part of the planning. My suggestion is to introduce the traveler to the in-country guides earlier in the process - it would have avoided some confusion on our end and un-necessary back and forth in the planning.

Having said all of that - we had an amazing trip. Bastien and Kim Kim saved us an enormous amount of time and the in-country guides and resources were excellent.

Kind regards,
Louise

Local specialist: Bastien Desonneville
Bastien
Bastien Desonneville
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Dec 16, 2025

Dear Louise,
Thanks a lot for your amazing reviews ! It’s been a pleasure organizing your family trip across Japan!
We are happy to see that you enjoyed our guides, hotels choices, transportations and experiences.
Thanks for your feedbacks, thanks to you we will propose accurate timing for the tour before the reservations to avoid any misunderstanding and share more informations with the travellers.
We are here next time you need us for your next trip to Europe or Asia!
Best
Bastien

My partner and I took a 12-day trip to Thaila...
Thailand | Nov 21 - Dec 2, 2025

Jason
Jason F.
Canada | Reviewed on Dec 05, 2025
My partner and I took a 12-day trip to Thailand. Even before we left, we had a lot of questions and made a number of changes to the itinerary to suit what we were looking for during our luxury trip. Elizabeth was receptive, positive and happy to accommodate until we had it just right. The planning was excellent overall. During the trip, it was clear that Elizabeth had planned everything exceptionally well. From drivers to tour guides to hotels, everyone was on time, had our requests and... Read more

My partner and I took a 12-day trip to Thailand. Even before we left, we had a lot of questions and made a number of changes to the itinerary to suit what we were looking for during our luxury trip. Elizabeth was receptive, positive and happy to accommodate until we had it just right. The planning was excellent overall.

During the trip, it was clear that Elizabeth had planned everything exceptionally well. From drivers to tour guides to hotels, everyone was on time, had our requests and treated us well.

In terms of the excursions and activities, they were generally of high quality. When a concern did arise, the communication from Elizabeth was excellent - very attentive, clear and reliable. She also jumped in immediately and resolved the situation and then went the extra step to ensure future tours went smoothly.

Local specialist: Elizabeth Ei Ma
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Ei Ma
Local specialist in Bangkok | Replied on Dec 09, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m very happy to hear that you both enjoyed your 12-day trip to Thailand. It was a pleasure customising everything for you, and taking care of you both to be smoothly.🤗

I also appreciate your kind words about the communication during the trip. I’m always here to support you, and I’m glad we could resolve things quickly when needed. 🙏

I’m excited to be planning your next journey and look forward to creating another wonderful experience for you both!🙌

Structure and Customization for perfect balance!
Japan | Nov 7 - Nov 23, 2025

Nicole
Nicole B.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Bastien really went above and beyond and we had an amazing trip to Japan. This was our first time and we didn't want to have too many activities or too little and felt this trip met the perfect balance! All of our tours and guides were the top tier and we had so much fun with them. Traveling with KimKim is always the best because it is customized and also structured to provide the perfect balance for a vacation! Read more

Bastien really went above and beyond and we had an amazing trip to Japan. This was our first time and we didn't want to have too many activities or too little and felt this trip met the perfect balance! All of our tours and guides were the top tier and we had so much fun with them. Traveling with KimKim is always the best because it is customized and also structured to provide the perfect balance for a vacation!

Hotel Reviews
Cross Hotel Osaka
Osaka
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Shisui, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara
Nara
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO
Kyoto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Hiroshima
Authenticity & Character
A little old school type hotel!
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa
Hakone
Authenticity & Character
This hotel is so perfect, warm, cozy and inviting!
Location
Staff
10/10 staff! So on top of everything!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Tokyo Shiodome
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
Location
So close to so many train lines! Great spot!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Flower Arrangement "IKEBANA" in YANAKA/Taito-ku /TOKYO
Flower Arrangement "IKEBANA" in YANAKA/Taito-ku /TOKYO
Tokyo
Full Day Tokyo City Tour with Senso-ji Temple
Full Day Tokyo City Tour with Senso-ji Temple
Tokyo
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Elizabeth Ei Ma
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Ei Ma
Local specialist in Bangkok | Replied on Dec 09, 2025

Dear Nicole,

Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m really glad you enjoyed your Japan trip and that everything went smoothly. We’d love to help with your next adventure anytime! 🙌

Warm regards,
Elizabeth

We had a great time planning and going on the...
Japan | Jul 26 - Aug 3, 2025

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Caroline S.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
We had a great time planning and going on the trip! With 8 people it was a lot of coordination! All of our travel and check-ins were seamless. My one concern was two of the tours were a lot of walking, which would have been better to known given we had flagged we were traveling with someone who was seeing impaired! Other than that we had a great experience that could not have happened without the amazing specialists at kimkim, thanks Bastien and Elizabeth! Read more

We had a great time planning and going on the trip! With 8 people it was a lot of coordination! All of our travel and check-ins were seamless. My one concern was two of the tours were a lot of walking, which would have been better to known given we had flagged we were traveling with someone who was seeing impaired! Other than that we had a great experience that could not have happened without the amazing specialists at kimkim, thanks Bastien and Elizabeth!

Activity Reviews
Tokyo Night Foodie Tour
Tokyo Night Foodie Tour
Tokyo

Probably the best part of the trip! It was a great way to keep us going our first night there and the tour guide Yuki is above and beyond- everyone should go on tours with him!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Tokyo City Tour with Senso-ji Temple
Full Day Tokyo City Tour with Senso-ji Temple
Tokyo

Truly only downside of the trip, we did a lot but wish things were communicated to us instead of just following the guide behind. There was a lot of walking and not a lot of explaining./

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Osaka Foodie Walking Tour at Night
Osaka Foodie Walking Tour at Night
Osaka

Amazing tour! Guide was above and beyond

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Gion District Guided Tour
Gion District Guided Tour
Kyoto

Amazing addition, learned a lot about culture which was very interesting

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kyoto Sightseeing Tour with Sake Tasting
Kyoto Sightseeing Tour with Sake Tasting
Kyoto

So fun!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Elizabeth Ei Ma

Thailand review (Chiang Mai and Krabi)
Thailand | Jul 25 - Aug 4, 2025

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Luke B.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Aug 06, 2025
My family took an 11-day trip to Thailand. The planning and execution were excellent. The communication from Bastien and Elizabeth was superb - very attentive, clear and reliable. They did a nice job tailoring the trip to our preferences, and, for the most part, the excursions and activities were high quality. Read more

My family took an 11-day trip to Thailand. The planning and execution were excellent. The communication from Bastien and Elizabeth was superb - very attentive, clear and reliable. They did a nice job tailoring the trip to our preferences, and, for the most part, the excursions and activities were high quality.

Hotel Review
500 Rai Floating Resort
Surat Thani

Very poor experience at 500 Rai Floating Resort. One a scale of 1:10, with 1 representing a "flea bag motel" and 10 representing a "luxury resort", I would rate it as a 2. The staff was very nice (Thai people are exceptionally lovely and kind people, in general, and the staff at the resort was no different), but the quality of the resort just sucks. We stayed in "Deluxe Family villa," which was dirty and rickety, as well as detached from the rest of the resort, which meant we needed to call a barge every time we wanted to leave. There was no refrigeration or ice in the room, so no cold water, no basic amenities (such as a hair dryer), there was one kayak assigned to the room (even though there were four of us staying, including 2 x teenage boys). The beds were old and lumpy. The shower was broken (for the first hour, we had a tech in the room fixing a showerhead that we spraying water straight upward). It was lousy. Biggest annoyance: The resort allows for one hour/day of complimentary wi-fi for each guest. While I appreciate that the resort fancies itself on being a nature-focused getaway, the remoteness of the area results in significant downtime.....for which, naturally, guests would like an opportunity to research the web, upload photos, email friends, etc. Of course, the resort offered an "all day" package....for $45 USD per person. For a family of 4 (including 2 x teenagers), we would have been charged $200/day for our family to have access to WifI. You simply don't expect this kind of blatant, cheap upsell tactic from a high-end resort. The food at the resort was also atrocious. Thai cuisine is famously good (and we enjoyed tremendous meals in everywhere else in Thailand), but the food at 500 Rai was cafeteria-caliber slop. They obviously struggle with getting ingredients to the resort (given the remote location, I'm sure) but, again, for high-priced accommodation, you expect decent chow. For breakfast, I ordered a "croissant with fresh fruit plate" - I received a cold croissant (straight from the fridge) with no side of butter (or jam), along with 2 x cubed fruit pieces (literally a chunk of watermelon and a bit of pear). It was laughably bad.....yet very indicative of the standard of 500 Rai. The resort is obviously capitalizing on the nature beauty of the park. It only exists because of it. But they are taking advantage of it, assuming that guest will be so dazzled by the natural surrounding that they will overlook the substandard quality of the resort. But, candidly, the shoddy standard of the resort detracted from the overall experience. I left feeling that they are the ones who are taking the beautiful park for granted. Do not waste your time or money on 500 Rai.

Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything. It was filthy
Local specialist: Bastien Desonneville
Bastien
Bastien Desonneville
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Aug 08, 2025

Dear Luke,
We are more than happy to read your words aand thank you for choosing us!
You've been so kind with us and our team that i cannot thank you enough! It’s been a pleasure organizing your family trip across Thailand!
As you mentioned we are always here for our traveler before, during and after the trip! We are happy that you are appreciated our work and commitment.
We are here next time you need us for your next trip to Europe or Asia!
Best
Bastien & Elizabeth