Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Incredible Morocco Trip
Morocco | Sep 4 - Sep 17, 2025

Mina
Mina G.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025
Majid worked with us closely to craft our fun 2 week itinerary in Morocco, asking us many questions and truly customizing for us. He was so responsive and helpful, and we are so grateful he connected us to Khalid, who was our amazing tour operator. From picking up up in Tangier, driving us all over the countryside to the coast and to many cities and gorgeous sights, to our trip end in exciting Marrakech, Khalid was patient, kind, and very enthusiastic. His love for Morocco really shines and... Read more

Majid worked with us closely to craft our fun 2 week itinerary in Morocco, asking us many questions and truly customizing for us. He was so responsive and helpful, and we are so grateful he connected us to Khalid, who was our amazing tour operator. From picking up up in Tangier, driving us all over the countryside to the coast and to many cities and gorgeous sights, to our trip end in exciting Marrakech, Khalid was patient, kind, and very enthusiastic. His love for Morocco really shines and he's a wealth of knowledge himself. We enjoyed our conversations and learned a lot, and Khalid also arranged many fun and interesting individual tours for us in each locale. We hope to have Khalid as our guide again!

Local specialist: Majid Mrabti

Everything went off just as planned!
Japan | Oct 7 - Oct 28, 2025

Susan
Susan G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025
Everything went off just as planned, and we were all pleased. Our guides were all great and went out of their way to see that we saw more, especially when they found out that we were not interested in the more highly crowded places. They patiently answered our questions and saw to our needs. Ben, our specialist, could not have been more attentive to our frequent questions and concerns. He was able to change events based on our interests even as the date of our departure approached. The only... Read more

Everything went off just as planned, and we were all pleased. Our guides were all great and went out of their way to see that we saw more, especially when they found out that we were not interested in the more highly crowded places. They patiently answered our questions and saw to our needs. Ben, our specialist, could not have been more attentive to our frequent questions and concerns. He was able to change events based on our interests even as the date of our departure approached. The only thing I would have changed is deleted some of the more crowd-impacted locales such as Nikko and put in more off the beaten path trips like our monastery stay in Minobu and the marvelous animated Festival Float museum in Takayama that our guide added in when he picked up on our interest. We learned and enjoyed much more in the less crowded venues, but this is Japan where it is truly hard to avoid the hoards of tourists. Overall, it was a wonderful trip. This is the second time Ben has helped us with a trip, and I will certainly turn to him again for any future trips.

Hotel Reviews
Takayama Ouan Hotel

The rooftop onsen was amazing. We so enjoyed looking out on the city at night. Breakfast offered some Western items that were much appreciated.

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Ryokan Yaeikan
Hakone

What a treat to have our own private onsen and dining area! This was a truly unique experience, and one we are so glad that we did. The food was interesting and diverse which made the menu printed in English very helpful.

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Temple Lodging Shukubo Kakurinbo

Everyone was attentive to our needs in this quiet and peaceful establishment. We very much enjoyed speaking with the son of the monk of this temple, meeting his girlfriend and his brother's family. The onsen was always free when we wanted it which was a delight. We optioned to take the guided tour which was very interesting. After a stay in busy, crowded Tokyo, 2 nights in this peaceful locale was just what we needed. Definitely, we felt the love and care that those who worked and lived here felt for this temple lodging.

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Activity Reviews
Day trip : Takayama to Kanazawa with Unique Experiences
Day trip : Takayama to Kanazawa with Unique Experiences
Japan

I am not sure that we needed to see both Gokayama and Shirakawago. The visit the day before to Hida Folk Village was a delight. It was so peaceful walking through the grounds and seeing the village as it had once been. Gokayama and Shirakawago were a bit of a disappointment, for the old buildings are mixed in with new and there was too much emphasis on attracting the tourist through the many shops which ruined the ambiance of the place. The two villages are so similar that visiting one is probably enough. We did thoroughly enjoy our visit to the 500-year old Iwase House, for this was unique and the couple that run it took their time talking to us and answering our questions. We loved the experience with the old instruments and the short performance of the old song they did for us.

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private car is the way to go
1-Day Guided Tour from Takayama Ouan Hotel: Kokubun-ji Temple, Hida Folk Village & Hida Great Limestone Cave
1-Day Guided Tour from Takayama Ouan Hotel: Kokubun-ji Temple, Hida Folk Village & Hida Great Limestone Cave
Takayama

All was very interesting, and our guide was wonderful. When he discovered how much we had enjoyed the Festival Museum in Takayama, he took us to another such museum in an old quarry in the hills above the Hida Folk Village. This museum offered animated action on the floats which were fascinating. Without him, we would not have found this place, for it does not readily show up on a Google search. The Limestone Cave was interesting and very well done, but if you have been to such caves, it was just like all the others.

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Private car is the way to go
Private transfer from Tokyo to Minobu enroute tour to Mt. Fuji
Private transfer from Tokyo to Minobu enroute tour to Mt. Fuji
Japan

Perfect -- though not surprisingly, we did not see Mt. Fuji!

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Have Fun in Nikko (Full day by private transfer)
Have Fun in Nikko (Full day by private transfer)
Tokyo

Too many people and too much to see. It is all a jumble in our minds with nothing of the amazing temples and shrines standing out in our memory or photos. Fortunately, our guide knew a quiet spot for lunch which we greatly enjoyed. We are also so very glad we were in a private car for this trip which was much more comfortable and relaxed than the trains would have been. In retrospect, it might have been a better idea to spend a night or two here to allow one a more relaxed visit to the various spots so that they did not all run into each other seeing one on top of another.

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Tokyo Night Foodie Tour
Tokyo Night Foodie Tour
Tokyo

Unfortunately, there are two columns outside the train station where we were to meet. Arriving by taxi and not by the train, we were dropped off at the wrong spot and did not realize that until past the meeting time. Thankfully, our Tokyo guide was able to sort everything out, though even after being dropped off near the restaurant we still had trouble locating the guide. It turned out that the food tour guide was waiting for us, but as she only held her sign at waist height, in the crowds, we totally missed her. Once we connected with the group, all was well. They allowed us time to catch up with the rest of the group, and we enjoyed a delightful evening.

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Tokyo Highlights: Market, Temple and Gardens
Tokyo Highlights: Market, Temple and Gardens
Tokyo

Walking through the gardens on our first day in Tokyo was the perfect choice for us, and we enjoyed have tea on the island in the Hamarikyu Gardens. Unfortunately, we could not do the river cruise as the high tides (due to full moon) prevented the boat from going under the bridges. Our guide knew a bit about the gardens which was appreciated by the two garden enthusiasts in our group. She also was very informative about the Shinto and Buddhist religions and how they interact with the Japanese. The market was every bit as crowded as we expected, but our guide knew a quiet place for us to stop and have lunch.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very attentive and eager to meet our expectations, though we struggled at times to understand what she was saying.
Transport
Transport was by local trains which often required a lot of walking and waiting. After we discovered that splitting the taxi fare 3 ways made traveling by taxi feasible and much easier than taking the trains, that is the way we traveled when on our own.
Local specialist: Ben Tanaka

First time travelers
Scotland | Sep 17 - Sep 25, 2025

LeeAnne
LeeAnne L.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025
Recently retired and wanting to travel to Scotland, but where to start? Hearing about KimKim from my sister-in-law we contacted them and them and Pauline was our personal agent and advocate! We had appointments regularly so she could glean what were our goals and desires. She listened, then researched and advised. She was SPOT ON! We wanted to experience as much as we could in the 10 day trip and looking back I would not have changed a thing!
Pauline and the team at KimKim made sure to...
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Recently retired and wanting to travel to Scotland, but where to start? Hearing about KimKim from my sister-in-law we contacted them and them and Pauline was our personal agent and advocate! We had appointments regularly so she could glean what were our goals and desires. She listened, then researched and advised. She was SPOT ON! We wanted to experience as much as we could in the 10 day trip and looking back I would not have changed a thing!
Pauline and the team at KimKim made sure to book our hotels close to the train connections and local travel options. My husband and I along with his sister and husband traveled with ease knowing we were backed by the whole group. It made us feel more at ease when questions arose.
We were picked up at the airport and delivered to our first hotel in London for a couple of days starting with the Tower of London and a on a whim the Winston Churchill War Room exhibits. Both were AMAZING! The following day we took infamous Westminster Chapel, which left us breathless.
Off to Edinburgh by train to see the country in comfort! One of our goals was to learn about my husband's Scottish heritage. KimKim connected us to a guide who was such a gem, Alister, who gave a a driving tour of Edinburgh first and then to the family town and castle! Although the castle was in ruins, it was truly remarkable. Alister headed our wish to visits the less busy parts of Scotland and our day along the coastal towns and local cafe's made it all the more memorable.
Then Inverness the trip would not be complete without the castle tours, historical sites with fantastic guides and stories told with their delightful accent! A 12 hour bus tour to the Isle of Skye with photo stops and entertaining and historical stories from our guide, Carin, made the trip a real winner.
The last stop in the quaint town of Sterling staying in a truly landmark hotel, the Golden Lion, and the Sterling castle (which is a MUST see).
KimKim had a driver deliver us to the airport, (another Alister) who was the kindest gentleman, who navigated morning traffic through the backroads with ease to deliver us to the airport.
ALL the details matter and Pauline and her crew hit it out of the park. We are so grateful to have had them in our back pocket!

Activity Reviews
Stirling Castle Tickets
Stirling Castle Tickets
Scotland

This was the castle to see! Where Scotland has so much history.

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The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
Inverness
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh

Such a treat to experience REAL history.

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Private day dedicated to the  Lumsden Clan
Private day dedicated to the Lumsden Clan
Inverness

Honestly I cannot say enough about our guide, Alister. He was thorough and oh so thoughtful. His research on our family heritage and then driving us to the specific locations was so valuable. We were able to see, walk, read and touch where our family lived hundreds of years ago. We have memories that will be with us forever. Thank you Alistor and KimKim!

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Tickets to Westminster Abbey
Tickets to Westminster Abbey
London

Truly breath taking. Majestic, solemn, and facsinating. I need a full day!

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Tower of London Timed Entry Tickets
Tower of London Timed Entry Tickets
London

Easy to tour on your own, they have personal audio players so you can spend as little or as much time as you like.

Local specialist: Pauline Mathieu

First time users and had outstanding experience and service!
Italy | Sep 27 - Oct 16, 2025

Gary
Gary T.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025
We contacted KimKim about a year ago to begin planning a 3 week trip through Tuscany. Caterina worked with us and developed several options after listening to our likes/dislikes and we finally agreed on a final trip plan. We are both experienced travelers but out trip was made so much better by the planning and support we received through out the trip. Beginning with Lucia meeting us at the airport and escorting us to our hotel in Florence, meeting us to pickup and return our rental car and... Read more

We contacted KimKim about a year ago to begin planning a 3 week trip through Tuscany. Caterina worked with us and developed several options after listening to our likes/dislikes and we finally agreed on a final trip plan. We are both experienced travelers but out trip was made so much better by the planning and support we received through out the trip. Beginning with Lucia meeting us at the airport and escorting us to our hotel in Florence, meeting us to pickup and return our rental car and the daily checkins and reminders of what was planned for the next day. Also great service from Stella in Bologna and Beatrice in Venice. Now for the trip, wonderful accommodations in all locations. The drivers who met us or drove us on day trips were excellent along with the guides at each location. Overall, it was all very easy and relaxing as well as first class service throughout the trip. I will be using KimKim in the future because being retired, we have the flexibility to arrive for cruises early or stay later and this will be perfect for planning extra days to enjoy those trips

Local specialist: Caterina Belvedere

Everything was very well planned and there we...
Patagonia | Oct 25 - Oct 30, 2025

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Julia D.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025

Everything was very well planned and there were no hiccups. The accommodations were great and transportation was easy - we got from place to place with no issues. Nara and Rae were very responsive and made the trip stress free.

Local specialist: Nara Matos
Nara
Nara Matos
Local specialist in Puerto Natales | Replied on Nov 03, 2025

Hi Julia,

Thank you so much for taking your time to write this review. It was a pleasure to work with you and Ciana, and I'm glad you had an amazing time at the park.

All the best!

Highly recommend for anyone planning a honeymoon or bucket-list vacation!
Thailand | Oct 21 - Oct 31, 2025

Ross
Ross B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025
We booked our honeymoon through Kimkim, and it was honestly the trip of a lifetime. Everything was seamless from start to finish. Every transfer, flight, and tour was perfectly coordinated, and we never had to worry about a thing. Huge thanks to Mint, Tina, and the local team for planning such an incredible experience and making it completely stress-free. We started in Bangkok. Our guide, Ms. Anita, was amazing and so was our driver, Poo. She took us through the city’s most iconic... Read more

We booked our honeymoon through Kimkim, and it was honestly the trip of a lifetime. Everything was seamless from start to finish. Every transfer, flight, and tour was perfectly coordinated, and we never had to worry about a thing. Huge thanks to Mint, Tina, and the local team for planning such an incredible experience and making it completely stress-free.

We started in Bangkok. Our guide, Ms. Anita, was amazing and so was our driver, Poo. She took us through the city’s most iconic temples, a local ferry ride, and even a food tour through Chinatown that was one of our favorite experiences. The next day’s visit to the Railway Market and Floating Market was such a unique, local highlight. Next stop was Chiang Mai. The temples were beautiful, but the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary was easily one of the best experiences of our entire trip. We also had a blast during our Thai cooking class and came home with new recipes and a deeper appreciation for Thai food. We ended our trip in Phuket. We loved our Phi Phi Islands tour and relaxing at the pools and beaches. It was the perfect mix of adventure and downtime.

Every hotel, guide, and experience exceeded expectations. Kimkim made this trip completely stress-free and truly unforgettable. Highly recommend for anyone planning a honeymoon or bucket-list vacation!

Hotel Reviews
The Shore at Katathani - Adults only
phuket
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Location
Beautiful location but just about as far from everything in Phuket as possible. Not a big issue, just be prepared to drive long to see the locations highlights and excursions.
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InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping
Chiang Mai
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Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
Bangkok
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Activity Reviews
Phuket Half-Day City Tour
Phuket Half-Day City Tour
Phuket
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John Gray's - Hong by Starlight
John Gray's - Hong by Starlight
Phuket
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Phi Phi island, Bamboo Island, Pi Leh lagoon & Maya bay by speedboat
Phi Phi island, Bamboo Island, Pi Leh lagoon & Maya bay by speedboat
Phuket
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Chiang Mai Cooking Class Experience-Small Group
Chiang Mai Cooking Class Experience-Small Group
Chiang Mai
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This was one of the most unexpectedly awesome parts of the trip. Loved our chef, kitchen, and process. Would highly recommend.
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Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Chiang Mai-Half Day
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Chiang Mai-Half Day
Chiang Mai
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Welcome and Temple Treasures of Chiang Mai
Welcome and Temple Treasures of Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
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A visit to Mae Klong Railway market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market!
A visit to Mae Klong Railway market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market!
Bangkok
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5 stars for Ms. Anita and Poo
Transport
Bangkok city tour with a food tasting at Chinatown!
Bangkok city tour with a food tasting at Chinatown!
Bangkok
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Love Ms. Anita and Poo. They made us feel so welcomed
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Local specialist: Tina Oo
Tina
Tina Oo
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Nov 03, 2025

Dear Ross,

Thank you very much for your kind review!
I'm truly delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time on your trip. It means a lot to us, and your satisfaction makes our work truly rewarding.

We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!

Warm regards,
Tina

Our trip was truly wonderful and unforgettabl...
Thailand | Oct 24 - Nov 1, 2025

monika
monika k.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025
Our trip was truly wonderful and unforgettable! Everything was perfectly arranged, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. A big thank you to Nina, who was so helpful and thoughtful in coordinating the entire tour. She made sure that all our activities were well organized and that we could do everything we wanted within our limited time. Her attention to detail and care made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Lily was an amazing guide — she took us through all the... Read more

Our trip was truly wonderful and unforgettable! Everything was perfectly arranged, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

A big thank you to Nina, who was so helpful and thoughtful in coordinating the entire tour. She made sure that all our activities were well organized and that we could do everything we wanted within our limited time. Her attention to detail and care made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable.

Lily was an amazing guide — she took us through all the vibrant local markets and even brought us to the best coffee shop in the area. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made every stop special, and we really appreciated how she showed us the local gems that we might have otherwise missed.

And special thanks to Ben, who did her absolute best in Phuket. Even though the tour was only two hours long, she managed to take us everywhere we needed to go. Thanks to her, we were able to visit all the right places and get most of the gifts we wanted to bring home.

Overall, it was an incredible experience filled with great people, beautiful places, and thoughtful touches. Highly recommended for anyone visiting — truly a memorable and well-coordinated tour!

Our trip was absolutely incredible, thanks to Bella, our wonderful tour specialist! She did a truly outstanding job planning and organizing everything to perfectly match our preferences. From the very beginning, Bella listened carefully to what we wanted and made sure every detail was tailored to our liking.

Her professionalism, attention to detail, and thoughtful recommendations made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Every activity, stop, and experience felt perfectly timed and well-coordinated. It was clear that she put a lot of care and effort into making sure we had the best possible trip.

Thanks to Bella, our journey was enjoyable, seamless, and unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better planner — highly recommended for anyone looking for a personalized and perfectly organized travel experience!

Hotel Reviews
Paradise Koh Yao Resort

Really a paradise to escape stress

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Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort
Chiang Mai

Peaceful

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Riva Surya Bangkok
Bangkok
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Activity Reviews
Eco-Elephant Care Full Day
Eco-Elephant Care Full Day
Chiang Mai
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A visit to Mae Klong Railway market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, explore the famous weekend Chatuchak market
A visit to Mae Klong Railway market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, explore the famous weekend Chatuchak market
Bangkok
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Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Nov 03, 2025

Dear Monika

Thank you so much for your detailed review! I truly appreciate your kind feedback and will be happy to share it with our wonderful team.

I’m so glad to hear that you and your lovely friends enjoyed your trip to Thailand — it was such a pleasure planning it for you. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be part of your travel experience.

Wishing you many more amazing adventures ahead, and thanks again for choosing our service!
Best wishes from Thailand 😍
Bella

Thanks so much to Bella for taking care of ev...
Thailand | Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2025

kendall
kendall m.
Salt Lake City, UT | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025

Thanks so much to Bella for taking care of every detail of our trip. First time to Thailand so it was nice to have someone holding our hand through the whole thing. Bella and everyone she worked with went the extra mile to make sure everything went smoothly. Would recommend her to and KimKim to anyone heading to Thailand...especially if its your first time there.

Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Nov 03, 2025

Dear Kendall,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed your first trip to Thailand and that everything went smoothly. It was truly a pleasure planning your journey and making sure you felt well taken care of along the way.

Wishing you many more amazing adventures ahead — and I hope to see you again someday!
Thanks again for choosing our service.
Warm regards,
Bella

Had a great trip without any stress
Italy | Oct 16 - Oct 22, 2025

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Sarah B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2025
Giulia was easy to work with and responded to our messages in a timely manner. On the trip, someone was always available to answer our messages or calls if we had a question. The tour guides were all excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. The transfers to and from the airport and hotel and sights were punctual and the vehicles were all clean and comfortable. We had a great experience and would use KimKim again. Read more

Giulia was easy to work with and responded to our messages in a timely manner. On the trip, someone was always available to answer our messages or calls if we had a question. The tour guides were all excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. The transfers to and from the airport and hotel and sights were punctual and the vehicles were all clean and comfortable. We had a great experience and would use KimKim again.

Hotel Reviews
Maison Tritone
Roma
Hotel Orto de' Medici
Florence

This was our favorite hotel of the trip. The lobby, bar/restaurant and room were all clean, comfortable and modern. The breakfast was delicious and had a large variety. Especially loved the bloody mary and mimosa bar at breakfast. Very close to the sights and many restaurants and shops.

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HOTEL AL PONTE MOCENIGO

The staff was helpful and informative, the breakfast was amazing, and the room was clean and comfortable. It was a few steps from the closest water bus station.

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Local specialist: Giulia Bonati

Thailand amazing trip
Thailand | Oct 18 - Oct 27, 2025

Mirna
Mirna R.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
Everything was amazing, special Thanks to Amy for her knowledge and help.
Thanks to all the drivers that had patience to deal with each one in our group.
Wonderful experience.
Thank you,
Mirna
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Everything was amazing, special Thanks to Amy for her knowledge and help.
Thanks to all the drivers that had patience to deal with each one in our group.
Wonderful experience.

Thank you,
Mirna

Hotel Reviews
Kata Palm Resort & Spa
Phuket

Beautiful

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At Pingnakorn Nimman Hotel
Chiang Mai
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Mandarin Hotel Bangkok, managed by Centre Point
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Activity Reviews
Chiang Mai – Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Tour
Chiang Mai – Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Tour
Chiang Mai

Amazing

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White temple, Blue Temple, Black Museum and Long Neck Karen Village.
White temple, Blue Temple, Black Museum and Long Neck Karen Village.
Thailand
Food
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Bangkok Floating Market and Temple Tour
Bangkok Floating Market and Temple Tour
Bangkok
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Local specialist: Minah Trinh

A trip of a lifetime!
Iceland | Oct 19 - Oct 25, 2025

Karen
Karen H.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
We had an incredible experience with our tour operator, Guðmundur Óli Pálmason, who curated a fast-paced, see-it-all Iceland adventure. Our itinerary covered the classic must-see sights along the South Coast as well as the stunning Snæfellsnes Peninsula in the west, a beautiful region that feels more off the beaten path and absolutely worth exploring. The trip combined scenic self-drives, unforgettable natural attractions, and unique activities, with plenty of opportunities to soak in... Read more

We had an incredible experience with our tour operator, Guðmundur Óli Pálmason, who curated a fast-paced, see-it-all Iceland adventure. Our itinerary covered the classic must-see sights along the South Coast as well as the stunning Snæfellsnes Peninsula in the west, a beautiful region that feels more off the beaten path and absolutely worth exploring.

The trip combined scenic self-drives, unforgettable natural attractions, and unique activities, with plenty of opportunities to soak in Iceland’s geothermal pools. Every day was thoughtfully planned to maximize experiences to see as much as we could in a week. Guðmundur’s deep local knowledge, organization, and personal attention made the journey seamless and memorable. We highly recommend him and will definitely use him again when planning our next trip to Iceland.

Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Nov 03, 2025

Thank you so much for the kind words Karen!
I agree that the Snæfellsnes is absolutely worth exploring, although it is often overlooked by travelers.

I am happy that you're already planning to come back! I can't wait to plan some amazing routes for you to discover, perhaps the magical Westjörds and a taste of the highlands if you come in summer :)

Take care and stay in touch

Gummi

A Magical 10-day Family Trip in Morocco
Morocco | Dec 26 - Jan 6, 2025

Brian
Brian P.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
Our family had an amazing 10-day trip to Morocco over the New Year’s Eve holiday early this year. Morocco was a very good choice for our trip - so many friendly people, beautiful landscapes and fascinating history. The itinerary put together with Hamza really made the trip for us. We started in Rabat, which let us see the capital city first to get oriented, and then traveled around the country clockwise, ending in Marrakesh. The highlights of the trip for us are too many to mention. Off... Read more

Our family had an amazing 10-day trip to Morocco over the New Year’s Eve holiday early this year. Morocco was a very good choice for our trip - so many friendly people, beautiful landscapes and fascinating history. The itinerary put together with Hamza really made the trip for us. We started in Rabat, which let us see the capital city first to get oriented, and then traveled around the country clockwise, ending in Marrakesh.

The highlights of the trip for us are too many to mention. Off the top of my head: seeing macaques in the snow in the Middle Atlas mountains, riding camels at sunset in the Erg Chebbi desert, learning how to properly prepare Moroccan tea in Imlil, seeing daily life in the backstreets of Marrakesh, eating dinner with a local family in Fes, and taking pictures all of the many, many cats.

We were fortunate to have Samir as our driver for the trip. Samir is an excellent and professional driver, very safe and knowledgeable. He was skilled at communicating the logistics of our tour, keeping us informed and checking in on us through WhatsApp. Meeting times and places were always clear and easy. Samir made sure we moved efficiently from place to place, found our other local guides, and helped us get the most out of everything along the way. Samir’s many kind touches along the way were a great part of our wonderful trip.

Samir suggested many stops based on our interests, and all of them were top-notch additions. We especially enjoyed the Atlas movie studio visit in Ouarzazate, the stop at a geology museum and rock shop, and many interesting food and cultural places along the way. His advice on local customs and his familiarity with towns and people and food along the way were a big help.

All of our local guides were also outstanding: Sharif in Fes, Hanan in Marrakesh, Ahmed at Tiziri Camp in the Sahara, and Mohammed in Imlil.

Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely

Peru Anniversary Trip
Peru | Oct 6 - Oct 12, 2025

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Carrie M.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
We had an absolutely wonderful trip to Peru for our 15th anniversary, and so much of that is due to the planning and execution from KimKim! Everything went flawlessly from airport pick ups to tours, recommendations, and communications throughout our journeys. Our time spent with Luis was a highlight - he was able to share a lot of the local flavor and history, while just being a great host to us over several days in the Sacred Valley. Our accommodations were top notch as well. We hope to... Read more

We had an absolutely wonderful trip to Peru for our 15th anniversary, and so much of that is due to the planning and execution from KimKim! Everything went flawlessly from airport pick ups to tours, recommendations, and communications throughout our journeys. Our time spent with Luis was a highlight - he was able to share a lot of the local flavor and history, while just being a great host to us over several days in the Sacred Valley. Our accommodations were top notch as well. We hope to return to Peru someday and will definitely recommend KimKim for any upcoming international travel!!!

Hotel Reviews
Quinta San Blas by Ananay Hotels
Cusco

Nice location in San Blas. Rooms were comfortable and breakfast was just what we needed before a day exploring Cusco.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Machu Picchu

A splurge for our anniversary. Incredible to be steps away from the entrance gates to MP. Full food and board and everything was excellent. The staff were so kind as well.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sonesta Posada del Inca
Urubamba

What a lovely spot in Sacred Valley. Enjoyed walking the grounds, stopping for coffee, enjoying drinks at the bar to take to the courtyard and walking up the street to the local brewery. A beautiful setting in the mountains.

Authenticity & Character
Rooms were well appointed and large
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Innside Lima Miraflores by Melia Hotels International
Miraflores

Good location. Friendly and helpful staff - ability to check in early after international arrival was great. Good breakfast too!

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Local specialist: Shawna Sanders

JAPAN: Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
Japan | Oct 8 - Oct 17, 2025

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Adrienne F.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
The itinerary had early mornings and it presented some challenges particularly on hotel-change days, you’re up early, you arrive at the next destination, and then end up losing a lot of time just waiting around. Check out time is typicallt 10:00am and check in time is 3:00pm. Hotels allow for early bag drop off which is great but you're dropping off your bags, lined up with everyone in the same area as those checking out. By then you’re usually tired from the travel itself and could really... Read more

The itinerary had early mornings and it presented some challenges particularly on hotel-change days, you’re up early, you arrive at the next destination, and then end up losing a lot of time just waiting around. Check out time is typicallt 10:00am and check in time is 3:00pm. Hotels allow for early bag drop off which is great but you're dropping off your bags, lined up with everyone in the same area as those checking out. By then you’re usually tired from the travel itself and could really use a shower or short rest, but instead you’re stuck filling the day — until check-in time. The result is you start the evening already exhausted, with little energy left for anything social.
As an example, I arrived in Osaka at 10:30 am, couldn’t check in until 3:00 pm, walked around for hours, had lunch, and by the time I finally got into my room, my feet were sore, I was overheated, and just wanted to shower and rest. I unpacked, repacked for the next day, and ended up too tired to go out my last night — which became a theme of this trip. I definitely packed too much into each day and would recommend doing less each and extending your time in each city.
That pacing would give more time to actually enjoy each city rather than rushing through it. Frequent hotel changes really take a toll!

Even though I didn't travel during peak season, the crowds were intense. Kyoto was especially overwhelming — Kiyomizu-dera Temple were shoulder-to-shoulder, and after 4 hours I still hadn’t reached the actual temple. In the Gion district, the narrow alley ways were intensely crowded to the point of being frustrating. I eventually gave up and found a tiny English pub — something I could easily do back home :(

One last note — tattoos are still a challenge in Japan. I was stared at or ignored in several places, including restaurants and at both tattoo friendly sento and onsen, which left me feeling self-conscious - with that said there were more moments of feeling welcomed. I often ended up eating lunch and dinner from convenience stores — the food there was great, varied and affordable but I missed out on restaurant experiences. It might be worth mentioning to other solo female travellers with visible tattoos that they could face that kind of reaction, just so they’re prepared.

Eleanor my travel coordinator was exceptional and went WAY beyond my expectations in her attention to care and accommodation. Thank you again Eleanor for all the care and detail you put into planning this trip — you’ve been wonderful - before / during and after my Japan adventure

Hotel Review
Yuno Yado Shoei

My stay at Yuno Yado Shoei was an absolute highlight of my trip — a deeply traditional and genuinely restorative experience. From the moment I arrived, the hospitality was warm, attentive, and unhurried in that distinctly Japanese way that makes you feel truly welcomed The ryokan itself is elegant and peaceful, with every detail — from the tatami rooms to the onsen — designed for comfort and calm. The meals were beautifully presented and thoughtfully prepared, offering a real taste of regional Kyoto cuisine. I also appreciated how quiet and respectful the entire atmosphere was; it created a sense of stillness that’s rare to find while travelling If you’re looking for an authentic ryokan stay that honours tradition without feeling touristy, Yuno Yado Shoei is the perfect choice. I left feeling grounded, rested, and grateful for the experience 🖤

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Activity Review
Private Tokyo City Tour with Cemetery & Harajuku
Private Tokyo City Tour with Cemetery & Harajuku
Tokyo

Yumi was absolutely integral to my Tokyo experience. As a solo traveller, I couldn’t have asked for a better guide — warm, knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely charming. She instantly made me feel at ease and curated the tour perfectly to my interests, blending local history, hidden neighbourhood gems, and everyday cultural moments in a way that felt natural and immersive Her storytelling and humour brought Tokyo to life, and the day flowed effortlessly — never rushed, always intentional. We ended the tour sharing sake together, which was the perfect way to wrap up such a meaningful experience. It felt less like a guided tour and more like spending the day with a dear friend who loves her city and wants you to love it too Exploring Tokyo with Yumi was unforgettable — thoughtful, personal, and full of heart 🖤

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Yumi!!!!
Transport
Transit in Tokyo is extremely organized and easy to navigate - even for English only speakers
Local specialist: Eleanor Chen
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Eleanor Chen
Local specialist in Japan and China | Replied on Nov 02, 2025

Hi Adrienne,

Thank you so much for your lovely review and for sharing your feedback!!! It was such a joy working with you (I truly felt like I was on this wonderful journey right alongside you 😊). I'll share your kind words with Yumi; your appreciation will mean so much to her and keep her inspired to share her city with more travelers! Thanks again!

All the best,
Eleanor

My Australia trip
Australia | Sep 12 - Sep 26, 2025

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Benita K.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
My Australia trip was phenomenal! Vicky had every detail of the trip covered from getting us the best airplane seats to having our pickups arranged without any difficulties. Our excursions were more than I had imagined. I wanted as many animal encounters as possible.
Holding baby joeys, feeding kangaroos, watching flocks of cockatoos soaring over the mountains, experiencing the penguins waddle out of the water to find their nests. All amazing! Plus snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef!! So...
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My Australia trip was phenomenal! Vicky had every detail of the trip covered from getting us the best airplane seats to having our pickups arranged without any difficulties. Our excursions were more than I had imagined. I wanted as many animal encounters as possible.
Holding baby joeys, feeding kangaroos, watching flocks of cockatoos soaring over the mountains, experiencing the penguins waddle out of the water to find their nests. All amazing! Plus snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef!! So many beautiful things to see and do !
Thank you Vicky!!! You gave us a trip of a lifetime!

Hotel Reviews
QT Melbourne
Melbourne
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Playford Hotel
Adelaide
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very conveniently located
Shangri-La Sydney
The Rocks
Authenticity & Character
Very modern
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Port Douglas

Very cute and quaint. Great location!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Beach across the street. Walking distance to downtown
Staff
So helpful. So willing to go the extra mile. Made sure we had everything.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Blue Mountains Small Group Tour
Blue Mountains Small Group Tour
Sydney

The Blue mountains are beautiful. And seeing the flocks of cockatoos was amazing. However this is a very physically demanding tour with lots of steps ( in 1 part there were 1000) and no safety rails. It was wet and slippery also. If I had known I would not have taken this tour.

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Wildlife Habitat - YOUR Wildlife Habitat Tour (Private)
Wildlife Habitat - YOUR Wildlife Habitat Tour (Private)
Port Douglas

Great experience. Lots of animals to see. Our guide took us behind the scenes to see and hold baby joeys and pet koalas. Amazing.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Small Group Eco Tour
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Small Group Eco Tour
Melbourne
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Luxe Bus Great Ocean Road with Wildlife Wonders
Luxe Bus Great Ocean Road with Wildlife Wonders
Melbourne
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Foodie Discovery Walking Tour
Foodie Discovery Walking Tour
Melbourne
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Laneways of Melbourne
Laneways of Melbourne
Melbourne
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Kangaroo Island in a Day Tour from Adelaide
Kangaroo Island in a Day Tour from Adelaide
Adelaide
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Driver was very knowledgeable and willing to help out.
ABC Reef Safaris - Port Douglas Snorkelling max 12 passengers
ABC Reef Safaris - Port Douglas Snorkelling max 12 passengers
Australia

Great experience! The staff were great. There were only 9 of us do we got a lot of personal attention. The water was a little rough due to recent rain. Some people got sea sick.

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Daintree Afternoon and Nocturnal Tour
Daintree Afternoon and Nocturnal Tour
Australia

The tour was canceled due to rain causing too high water levels for the ferry. The tour guide took us to a different part of the rainforest which we had 1 hour to spend. Was enough. Not much to see. Was disappointing.

Quality of Experience
Food
We had burgers and fries in Point Douglas.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Vicky Steinhardt
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Vicky Steinhardt
Local specialist in Noosa, Australia | Replied on Nov 02, 2025

Hi Benita,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I’m pleased to hear that your Australia trip was everything you hoped for — and more. It sounds like you made the very most of every moment, and I am glad you had so many incredible animal encounters, which I knew were top on your list.
It was such a pleasure helping you create this adventure, and I’m so glad it became the trip of a lifetime.
Warm regards,
Vicky

Had a great time!
Norway | Oct 25 - Nov 1, 2025

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Susan H.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
Hotels were in good, central locations. Breakfasts were wonderful with many choices. Travel details were perfectly arranged and we had no trouble getting from place to place. We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. Read more

Hotels were in good, central locations. Breakfasts were wonderful with many choices. Travel details were perfectly arranged and we had no trouble getting from place to place. We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly.

Hotel Reviews
Fretheim Hotel
Flåm
Authenticity & Character
Beautiful lobby and nicely appointed rooms. Wonderful breakfast buffet
Location
Lovely location, right on the fjord
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Daily room service provided
Scandic Torget
Bergen

Great location, clean and quiet. Terrific breakfast buffet. Rooms are very small and minimalist (one water glass for two guests, no luggage rack or closet.) But very serviceable and convenient for our stay

Authenticity & Character
Very small room, few amenities
Location
Located in the center of the tourist area, over looking the water
Staff
Staff were responsive when we asked for drinking glasses, extra towel
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus
Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus
Oslo

Great way to get around to major sites in the city. The bus stopped running before we were ready to return, so we walked back to our hotel

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Mostraumen Fjord Cruise
Mostraumen Fjord Cruise
Bergen
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Stegastein Viewpoint by Bus
Stegastein Viewpoint by Bus
Norway

The view was absolutely magical

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The winding, narrow road to the viewpoint requires a skilled driver.
Transport
Local specialist: Eliise Nurk

The kimkim team went beyond and above anythin...
Portugal | Oct 19 - Oct 26, 2025

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Cindy S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
The kimkim team went beyond and above anything I’ve experienced before! Top notch all the way! Can’t recommend them enough, you can not do any better than kimkim! Read more

The kimkim team went beyond and above anything I’ve experienced before! Top notch all the way! Can’t recommend them enough, you can not do any better than kimkim!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Cascais Miragem
Cascais

Amazing hotel, like to spend a lot more time there great food

Authenticity & Character
Normally not our style, but we really enjoyed it
Location
Right by the ocean can’t be beat
Staff
They seem to be tears and headlights
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very curious is a very comfort comfort
Eurostars Porto Douro
Porto

Very nice hotel, and I can be without hesitation

Authenticity & Character
Very attractive
Location
Good location
Staff
Staff was
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hit all the good spots without he
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

Very nice hotel I can recommend it without hesitation

Authenticity & Character
Very attractive
Location
Right in the middle of everything
Staff
Attending
Cleanliness & Comfort
Couldn’t be better
Activity Reviews
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Portugal

Something everybody should do at least once

Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Very good gave us a lot of good insight info

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Local specialist: João Branco
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João Branco
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Nov 02, 2025

Dear Cindy,
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience with KimKim and our local team in Portugal. It means a lot to know everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed your trip. We’d love to welcome you back anytime to explore even more of Portugal!
Your friend in Portugal, João

Great trip to Portugal
Portugal | Oct 22 - Oct 31, 2025

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John C.
Newton, MA | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
We had a wonderful 10-day vacation in Portugal. Pedro did a great job setting up hotels, drivers, and guides. He really listened to what we wanted and adjusted the trip to suit our interests and uncertainties about how much walking some of our group could do. He communicated easily and regularly with us, including staying in touch via WhatsApp during the trip. We got upgrades in 2 of 4 hotels. The vans were super roomy for the 4 adults and accommodated all our luggage. Drivers were... Read more

We had a wonderful 10-day vacation in Portugal. Pedro did a great job setting up hotels, drivers, and guides. He really listened to what we wanted and adjusted the trip to suit our interests and uncertainties about how much walking some of our group could do. He communicated easily and regularly with us, including staying in touch via WhatsApp during the trip. We got upgrades in 2 of 4 hotels. The vans were super roomy for the 4 adults and accommodated all our luggage. Drivers were helpful and knowledgeable, and tour guides were great. We especially loved our walking tour of Lisbon's Alfama district, the Fado dinner, the day trip in the Douro Valley with private cruise and lunch and tour at a wonderful winery, and the Pousada at the former convent in Belmonte. The trip was a nice mix of city and country, private tours and time on our own. Everyone we met in Portugal was super nice and helpful, including people on the streets or in shops and restaurants. Thanks Pedro and the entire team.

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Nov 03, 2025

Dear John,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
It was a real pleasure helping you plan your 10-day adventure in Portugal. I am super happy to hear that everything - from the hotels and guides to the mix of city and countryside experiences - came together just as you hoped.
Your kind words mean a lot to me and to our entire team. We hope to welcome you back to Portugal again soon!
Your Friend in Portugal - Pedro

Our guides Ae, Pukie, Dani and Milk were all ...
Thailand | Oct 16 - Oct 30, 2025

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Susanna M.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
Our guides Ae, Pukie, Dani and Milk were all wonderful. Kind, caring and informative. Working with Elena was easy. She was professional and so responsive to questions and concerns. She advised and guided us well on this adventure. Read more

Our guides Ae, Pukie, Dani and Milk were all wonderful. Kind, caring and informative. Working with Elena was easy. She was professional and so responsive to questions and concerns. She advised and guided us well on this adventure.

Hotel Reviews
Aksara Heritage Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai

Perfect location for getting around. Sunday market is right outside your door. Pool is lovely.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aava Resort And Spa

Great and unique hotel. Loved the beach.

Authenticity & Character
Location.
Location
Staff
Helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mode Sathorn Hotel Bangkok
Bangkok

Accommodating and staff were so nice. I think the location for our stay might have been better. Hard to walk around easily and find shops and restaurants.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Alms Giving, Doi Suthep and Jungle Temple
Alms Giving, Doi Suthep and Jungle Temple
Chiang Mai
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver was so kind. Great driver in a long drive to Chiang Rai.
Transport
Finding pink dolphins on a local boat
Finding pink dolphins on a local boat
Khanom

Great fun and informative. Beautiful area. The lunch was delightful and so good. On the beach!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Bangkok Symbolic Temples
Bangkok Symbolic Temples
Bangkok

Throughout our stay we saw lots of different temples. Informative interesting. Helps in the understanding of the Thai culture.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our drivers were all so nice .
Transport
First day at Elephant Nature Park - Day care with Elephants (join-in activity)
First day at Elephant Nature Park - Day care with Elephants (join-in activity)
Chiang Mai

This was an amazing experience. We were so touched by the compassion and understanding that takes place here.

Quality of Experience
Food
Best good ever and plenty of variety.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Back to The Glorious Days of Ayutthaya Kingdom
Back to The Glorious Days of Ayutthaya Kingdom
Bangkok

Interesting but of course hot.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Elena Nguyen

Wonderful in-depth cultural tour of beautiful Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina | May 22 - May 29, 2025

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Rae-Anne D.
Australia | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2025
Even if you do your research, it is always daunting to be in Australia and book a tour via email with an unknown company in another country. However, in this case our eight day tour of Bosnia and Herzegovina with Green Visions was excellent and delivered on all aspects. Firstly, our contact with Samer in the Bosnian office was prompt, positive, efficient and reassuring. He initially solicited information from me about our requirements and interests and proposed a draft itinerary. We sent... Read more

Even if you do your research, it is always daunting to be in Australia and book a tour via email with an unknown company in another country. However, in this case our eight day tour of Bosnia and Herzegovina with Green Visions was excellent and delivered on all aspects.

Firstly, our contact with Samer in the Bosnian office was prompt, positive, efficient and reassuring. He initially solicited information from me about our requirements and interests and proposed a draft itinerary. We sent this back and forth a couple of times until we had a plan that met our needs. Each time, Samer provided advice but also listened to us.

Secondly, the itinerary was as comprehensive as it could be in our timeframe but also varied and offered diverse experiences. The pace of the tour was relaxed. We discovered that the beauty of a private tour was the flexibility. Even with the itinerary we could vary the day by eliminating or adding places or spending less or more time at places, so long as we were at our accommodation that night. The hotels all met our needs and were centrally located. The minibus was basic but sufficed. The price of the tour was very reasonable we felt.

Our guide Lorenc was very knowledgeable and organised and communicated clearly. He was also flexible so we could change things spontaneously as we went along. In can be quite hard to be in a car with a stranger for several days but Lorenc was personable and easy to talk to about a range of topics. He was generous in spirit, shared his passion for his county and nature and provided a deeper understanding of Bosnia and Herzegovina, its people, history, and culture. We had quite a few laughs along the way too. In the end we appreciated his consideration and care of the two of us and he showed a genuine concern that we should have the best experience of his country. Lorenc is a very thoughtful and kind man. While Green Visions largely offers adventure and hiking tours, I would recommend them for cultural tours too.

Local specialist: Samer Hajric
Samer
Samer Hajric
Local specialist in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | Replied on Nov 03, 2025

Dear Rae, Your kind words are greatly appreciated.
Thank you for taking the time and effort to write this detailed review. I am delighted that the trip met your expectations and that, despite postponing it from May to October, everything went smoothly.

Hopefully, we will see you back in Bosnia sometime in the future.
Thank you once again for choosing us and visiting Bosnia with us.

Greetings from Sarajevo, from Lorenc, Samer, and the entire Green Visions Team.

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