Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Bucket List Trip to India & Bhutan
India | Nov 20 - Nov 29, 2025

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Tina C.
Friendswood, TX | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Ravi was so patient with me going back and forth one zillion times to get the trip itinerary just the way I wanted it! He was very accommodating and his quick and constant communication was greatly appreciated. We had a couple of hiccups during the trip with our driver who did not speak great English and an unnecessary detour on our route during one particularly long travel day, but overall, the trip was relatively seamless. We were traveling with our two kids (ages 11 & 12) and we always... Read more

Ravi was so patient with me going back and forth one zillion times to get the trip itinerary just the way I wanted it! He was very accommodating and his quick and constant communication was greatly appreciated. We had a couple of hiccups during the trip with our driver who did not speak great English and an unnecessary detour on our route during one particularly long travel day, but overall, the trip was relatively seamless. We were traveling with our two kids (ages 11 & 12) and we always felt safe and well taken care of during our trip. We had a very large van with cold AC for the entire journey that we were very thankful for, as the days got warm. We visited the golden triangle in India, and we hiked Tiger's Nest in Bhutan. All of the guides were wonderful. Everyone showed up on time and kept things on our tight timeline. Overall, it was a bucket list trip of a lifetime, and I would recommend Ravi to plan your dream trip to India & Bhutan!

Hotel Reviews
Le Meridien Riverfront Paro
Paro

This hotel is amazing in every way! The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and enjoying your stay. They were so kind to our kids, and our kids both still talk about how lovely the people and staff were at the hotel. We all absolutely loved it! The views are incredible, food is great, location is very close to the airport and town, and again, the staff is excellent in every way! I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Bhutan.

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Staff was the absolute best!!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Taj Sawai Ranthambore

We booked the two bedroom because we had our two children with us and the first night of arrival was horrible. There was a wedding going on at the hotel next door that was blaring loud music until 11 pm. It kept us and our children awake after a very long travel day and the hotel offered nothing in compensation for it. They said sorry, can't do anything about it, and left it at that. The room had a king bed in one room and two beds in the second room that sleeps 4 people. However, they charge an excessive fee for the 4th person, which is ridiculous. Overall, service was lacking, the room was a bit musty, and the hotel doesn't seem to care if you're happy or not. I would not recommend the hotel.

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Oberoi Amarvilas
Agra

It was the most incredible hotel we've ever stayed at! The service and attention to detail was unlike anything we've ever seen! The views of the Taj from the lobby and our room were magical! We loved everything about this hotel and would highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
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They provide golf cart transportation to the Taj
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Dec 30, 2025

Dear Tina,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words. I’m truly delighted to know that your family had such a memorable and safe journey through India and Bhutan, and that the trip became a special experience for all of you.

I sincerely appreciate your kind words about our dedication and communication. Your feedback is very valuable to us and helps us continue refining every journey to make it even smoother.

Thank you once again for trusting me with your travels. I would be delighted to welcome you and your family again in the future.

Warm regards,
Ravi Tickoo

This was a great trip!
Brazil | Dec 14 - Dec 23, 2025

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Esther B.
Brooklyn, NY | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

This was a great trip. The Pousada Sandi in Paraty was a highlight. We enjoyed all our guides. Bruno was there every step of the way when needed.

Local specialist: Bruno Madeira

Incredible Patagonia
Patagonia | Dec 15 - Dec 26, 2025

Vivian
Vivian L.
Vienna, VA | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
I first came across Erin’s name while researching for our Patagonia trip December of 2025. While reading a ton of travel blogs and ideas, there was an article written by her with various itineraries laid out and it gave me the most succinct summary of what the highlights are and helped me with a more concrete idea of what I want for our itinerary. I proceeded to contact a few companies including kimkim to help make it into reality. Imagine my excitement when I heard from Erin. Of the... Read more

I first came across Erin’s name while researching for our Patagonia trip December of 2025. While reading a ton of travel blogs and ideas, there was an article written by her with various itineraries laid out and it gave me the most succinct summary of what the highlights are and helped me with a more concrete idea of what I want for our itinerary. I proceeded to contact a few companies including kimkim to help make it into reality. Imagine my excitement when I heard from Erin. Of the responses I received from many companies, hers unsurprisingly were the most informative and constructive. Over the next few weeks we went back and forth with my many questions, and Erin’s always helpful advice and suggestions. By the time the itinerary was drafted, I was beyond impressed by how well put together it was. Every detail, no matter how small, was included, such as every leg of transfer, lunch packs for hiking or traveling days, and how to incorporate another traveler into a part of the itinerary. I am a detail oriented person and I had very little to nitpick on.

Throughout the planning phase, Erin not only provided great recommendations, she was also always responsive, cheerful, professional while personable. She was also realistic in her advice which is truly appreciated. Once our trip commenced, she and her colleague Jessica were always there for us. Everything went smoothly. We never had a late pick up or missed lunch. The arranged drivers and the boat transfers worked like clockwork. The hotels recommended were comfortable and exactly what we needed after long windy hiking days of Patagonia. The company provided an emergency contact which Jessica monitored. While we had no issues, I had random thoughts or questions throughout the trip due to weather, and Jessica would always answer within 15 minutes and we loved having the lifeline to reach back to.

Overall, it has been a fantastic experience working with Erin and Jessica. They helped making our dream of Patagonia a reality and made it into an unforgettable experience.

Local specialist: Erin Wiley

What an absolute pleasure and peace of mind t...
Galapagos Islands | Dec 21 - Dec 27, 2025

Sonya
Sonya C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

What an absolute pleasure and peace of mind to work with Paul and the many members of our Galapagos crew to create one of the most memorable and visually stunning vacations our family has ever been on. From the beginning, Paul was so easy to work with, polite, immediately responsive, and was able to cater to some last-minute changes during the trip, which was so deeply appreciated. Our naturalist guides were friendly, fun and knowledgeable. We loved the excursions as well as the cute hotels that we stayed in. I could not recommend this group more highly!

Local specialist: Paul Cisneros

Perfect taste of Morocco
Morocco | Dec 21 - Dec 28, 2025

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Kristin W.
Milwaukee, WI | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Our trip was simply amazing. Our driver Ziad was an absolute gem and extremely flexible. The highlights of our trip were definitely the tour of the Fes Medina and the camel ride to our luxury camp in the desert. Once in a lifetime experience. Our riads/ hotels were perfect for us and the trip was so smooth, no issues at all. Highly recommend Majid and our itinerary for any first timers to Morocco wanting the highlights! Read more

Our trip was simply amazing. Our driver Ziad was an absolute gem and extremely flexible. The highlights of our trip were definitely the tour of the Fes Medina and the camel ride to our luxury camp in the desert. Once in a lifetime experience. Our riads/ hotels were perfect for us and the trip was so smooth, no issues at all. Highly recommend Majid and our itinerary for any first timers to Morocco wanting the highlights!

Hotel Reviews
Savoy Le Grand Hotel
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Ksar Ighnda
Ait Benhaddou
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dar Lys - Luxury Riad & Spa
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Kalaa 2
Rabat
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Loop
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Walking tour of Marrakech
Walking tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Marrakech Food Tour
Marrakech Food Tour
Marrakesh
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Guided Tour of Aït Benhaddou
Guided Tour of Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech via Tizi n'Tichka Pass & the High Atlas Mountains
Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech via Tizi n'Tichka Pass & the High Atlas Mountains
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Pop
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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From Merzouga Desert to Aït Benhaddou
From Merzouga Desert to Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Camel trek to your  luxury camp
Camel trek to your luxury camp
Merzouga
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Transfer to Merzouga: Middle Atlas Mountains to the Sahara
Transfer to Merzouga: Middle Atlas Mountains to the Sahara
Morocco
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Guided Food Tour
Guided Food Tour
Morocco
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Fes walking guided tour : No drive
Fes walking guided tour : No drive
Fes
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Food
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Guided Tour of Volubilis
Guided Tour of Volubilis
Morocco
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Half-Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Rabat
Half-Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Rabat
Rabat
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Transport
Rabat  – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez ( 3 Hour Drive).
Rabat – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez ( 3 Hour Drive).
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Casablanca – Rabat ( 1 Hour Drive).*Driving Times Don’t Include The Various Stops Along The Way
Casablanca – Rabat ( 1 Hour Drive).*Driving Times Don’t Include The Various Stops Along The Way
Morocco
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Food
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Local specialist: Majid Mrabti

Working with Kimkim and specialist Sarah was ...
Philippines | Dec 17 - Dec 27, 2025

Lydia
Lydia T.
Honolulu, HI | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Working with Kimkim and specialist Sarah was easy and accessible. I like the platform of interacting with the specialist (Whats App & Kimkim platform, and email. We went through several versions of our itinerary so I appreciate the patience as this was the first time visiting the Philippines, along with my 91 year old mother. So special care needed to be given. The air and ground transportation went without a hitch. I also appreciated having a local Philippine agent, Angela, who helped... Read more

Working with Kimkim and specialist Sarah was easy and accessible. I like the platform of interacting with the specialist (Whats App & Kimkim platform, and email. We went through several versions of our itinerary so I appreciate the patience as this was the first time visiting the Philippines, along with my 91 year old mother. So special care needed to be given. The air and ground transportation went without a hitch. I also appreciated having a local Philippine agent, Angela, who helped with any questions about activities and contacts. Tourist Driver Manila is a reliable agency with comfortable cars and safe drivers -- Ed & Anthony were helpful and patience with us and my mom. We had a wheelchair to transport.

Caba, La Union: Our stay at Solarena Resort was lovely, quiet. I seemed we were the only guests there. The food options were limited, but definitely the stay felt like home, and very familiar to beach living. The staff was accommodating. The hotel is definitely not a "luxury" hotel, but worth the value -- especially since we had a large house with 2 separate beds, 2 TVs (appreciate access to Netflix), our own indoor and out door living area. The hotel also had air conditioning. The hot water for the show was not so hot, but since it was a very humid and hot outside, this was not an issue. The shower actually felt refreshing. Evalyn, the restraunt hostess, along with the other staff were helpful. Evalyn shared her knowledge about how to look for clams at the beach. I found some. This was a nice touch for my personal experience. This hotel is close to the "downtown" area of Caba. I would recommend this place to my family and friends.

Palawan: My favorite island with my favorite hotel, Four Points Sheraton at Sabang Beach. Large, but easy to naviage hotel. Also, a huge pool, great breakfasts, and close to the Underground River. I like that the Four Points had Netflix, and this hotel was easy for me to navigate with my 91 year old mom.

Our only hiccup was that we did not have timely pick up in at Palawan PPA. Somehow Palawonderful Adventures either forgot, or got mixed up. I contacted notified Sarah/Angela. Maybe an hour later our driver picked us up to take us to our hotel. So service was delivered. Palawonderful Adventures made up for the gaffe by sending us a tour agent (Arnel Nalica) who gave extra care to my 91 year old mother, and even held her hand during the Underground River tour and during all of the boat rides. As he explained, he took care of my mother, so I could relax and enjoy myself too. I appreciate the empathy and awareness that he had for his guests.

My only regret, and now that I am aware, was that the Palawan Puerta Princesa Airport was 2 hours away from our hotel, so we did not arrive until evening. The dark, winding roads from the airport to the hotel was unexpected. I actually wished we spent more time on Palawan given the distance, as we only spent 2 nights. Palawan is BEAUTIFUL, and my favorite island.

Boracay: The "Waikiki" of the Philippines -- party atmosphere, if that's what a person wants. However, we stayed at the Crimson Resort and Spa, luxury hotel where we had a private beach -- also fantastic service, fantastic breakfasts, and other restaurants on site. Easy to get other transportation to leave to resort to explore the town and island. I used the beach, spa massages with Hazel (very strong hands!) Helpful staff, lifeguards, and activitie staff -- I think they were all biased towards my 91 year mom as they were attentive to her. The staff arranged for various activities, including parasiling for my 91 year old mom. My only desire was I wish they had Netflix . Otherwise, another hotel I would recommend.

Hotel Reviews
Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay
Boracay

Luxury hotel with many pool and restaurant offerings. Did not realize this hotel was build on a hill side, so the staff fantastic and helpful to my 91 year old mom. Private beach took us away from the thousand of people on the other Boracay beach. Recreation staff and concierge helped arrange for any activities. I liked using the Crimson Whats App to communicate any issues/concerns. Staff was very responsive.

Authenticity & Character
The staff represented the best of the Philippines -- always gracious, helpful.
Location
Private beach, away from the thousands of other vacationers on the main beach.
Staff
The staff represented the best of the Philippines -- always gracious, helpful. I appreciate the Recreation Staff, lifeguards, pool staff for always being attentive to my 91 year old mom. This was possibly her last visit to the Philippines, and she thoroughly enjoyed her visit and attention paid to her.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean, high quality sheets and towels and other amenities. I appreciate the refillable water bottles, and the Nepresso coffee. My only suggestion is to add Netflix to the TV entertainment so we can enjoy what we want to watch. 2 of the 3 hotels we stayed at had Netflix. Crimson was the only hotel without the Netflix option.
Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa

Palawan: My favorite island with my favorite hotel, Four Points Sheraton at Sabang Beach. Large, but easy to naviage hotel. Also, a huge pool, great breakfasts, and close to the Underground River. I like that the Four Points had Netflix, and this hotel was easy for me to navigate with my 91 year old mom. We stayed at a "luxury" hotel in Boracay but the Four Point was my favorite. My only regret, and now that I am aware, was that the Palawan Puerta Princesa Airport was 2 hours away from our hotel, so we did not arrive until evening. The dark, winding roads from the airport to the hotel was unexpected. I actually wished we spent more time on Palawan given the distance, as we only spent 2 nights. Palawan is BEAUTIFUL, and my favorite island.

Authenticity & Character
The staff represented the best of the Philippines -- always gracious, helpful.
Location
Having breakfast in the early morning was the best, quiet. Great to have a nice feel to the place.
Staff
The staff represented the best of the Philippines -- always gracious, helpful. The staff was biased toward my 91 year old mom. They were always helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean, Clean, Clean!
Solarena Seaside Resort
Authenticity & Character
Felt like a true beach home -- complete with sand, the ocean and the humidity!
Location
Away from the town center, but with feels within the local neighborhood. You feel like you are truly in the Philippines when you leave the area. Staff was fantastic.
Staff
The staff gave the place the warmth and cafe of the Philippines.
Cleanliness & Comfort
There were some bugs, but that's what a beach home is all about! Nature is all over! Staff cleaned the room when asked. And we changes our towels when needed. Very local, not in the luxury range, but worth the value and the authenticity.
Local specialist: Sarah Lindsay

My husband and I travelled in the Yucatan Pen...
Mexico | Nov 17 - Dec 2, 2025

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Vera I.
Pawcatuck, CT | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
My husband and I travelled in the Yucatan Peninsula for 16 days. Hugo designed our trip which included a number of private drivers and guides. Every single driver and guide was excellent. There were 2 small glitches along the way, but both were quickly and efficiently handled. During our trip we were in contact with an assigned "assistant", Luz Ma , who checked in with us to confirm each day's schedule. She was also excellent and responded immediately to our questions. The hotels that... Read more

My husband and I travelled in the Yucatan Peninsula for 16 days. Hugo designed our trip which included a number of private drivers and guides. Every single driver and guide was excellent. There were 2 small glitches along the way, but both were quickly and efficiently handled. During our trip we were in contact with an assigned "assistant", Luz Ma , who checked in with us to confirm each day's schedule. She was also excellent and responded immediately to our questions. The hotels that Hugo booked with us were all very good, with the best being the Hacienda Merida. It was a pleasure to work with Hugo and the Rutopia staff.

Local specialist: Hugo Romero

Our Driver Karim and Original Travels truly d...
Morocco | Dec 20 - Dec 25, 2025

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Bhavik S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Our Driver Karim and Original Travels truly deserves 5 star rating.. It was an amazing experience with Karim and my family wouldn't have enjoyed Morocco like we did without Karim. Karim spoke English very well. Karim was very knowledgeable about various topics starting from religion, history, politics and even economics. Karim was a very good driver and we wouldn't have completed the entire circle (starting from Casablanca --> Fez --> Merzuga --> Marrakech) in 4 days without Karim. And yet,... Read more

Our Driver Karim and Original Travels truly deserves 5 star rating.. It was an amazing experience with Karim and my family wouldn't have enjoyed Morocco like we did without Karim. Karim spoke English very well. Karim was very knowledgeable about various topics starting from religion, history, politics and even economics. Karim was a very good driver and we wouldn't have completed the entire circle (starting from Casablanca --> Fez --> Merzuga --> Marrakech) in 4 days without Karim. And yet, We spent proper time in every city. Karim was always available on time in the morning. Karim stopped wherever we requested him. We had two adult college attending boys and they enjoyed the trip too.

Karim helped to buy additional excursions (be it ATV, Jardin Majorelle or Chellah ruins in Rabat). There were no complaints if we added a stop. Karim was very friendly and playful.. He made the environment lively. He made a good recommendations about food. He was very practical and kept us informed when roads were blocked due to snow while going from Fez to Merzuga.. Almost every day we skipped lunch so did he - just to accomodate our hectic routine and to ensure that we get Sahara desert on time (for camel ride) or Ouarzazate on time (for Atlas Studio). It was an amazing trip and everything went perfect only because we were in good hands of Karim.

Karim was berber and shared a lot about Berber community. He respected our wishes in car too (when my son wanted to study or sleep). There were no surprises by Original travels or Kimkim either.. Everything was booked as requested. I would definitely recommend Original Travels and even ask for Karim if you can!

Hotel Reviews
Hôtel & Ryads Barrière Le Naoura
Marrakech

Overall good hotel but there was no vegetarian food on premises.. when we ordered food by Glovo (similar to Uber in USA) app, hotel staff did not allow us to take food with us - we were told that we were prohibited.. that was awkward!

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Le Berbere Palace
Ouarzazate
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
There were flying bugs as the outside door did not properly close
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga
Authenticity & Character
Excellent food.. The best vegan and vegetarian options..
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very good - we didn't expect this in desert
Palais Medina & Spa
Fès
Authenticity & Character
Location
Next to Mall - a perfect spot for spending evening
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Casablanca to Fez Passing via Rabat
Casablanca to Fez Passing via Rabat
Morocco
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Drive from Ouarzazate to Marrakech via Aït Ben Haddou
Drive from Ouarzazate to Marrakech via Aït Ben Haddou
Morocco
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Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride via Midelt & Erfoud
Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride via Midelt & Erfoud
Morocco
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Local specialist: Ali Moujane

Costa Rica - Volcanoes, Rainforests, Beaches and More!
Costa Rica | Dec 22 - Dec 28, 2025

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Robert P.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
We fully enjoyed our vacation to Costa Rica. The entire production was well organized by the team and we enjoyed a memorable family vacation. The trip out to Arenal was memorable at night. It is through some serious back and windy roads and so a little more heads up on that front in the travel description would have been great. Not everyone handles these types of car rides the same and the trip back (during the day) and a different driver was actually much more pleasant. Nevertheless, it... Read more

We fully enjoyed our vacation to Costa Rica. The entire production was well organized by the team and we enjoyed a memorable family vacation. The trip out to Arenal was memorable at night. It is through some serious back and windy roads and so a little more heads up on that front in the travel description would have been great. Not everyone handles these types of car rides the same and the trip back (during the day) and a different driver was actually much more pleasant. Nevertheless, it was worth it!

We arrived at Hotel Mountain Paradise. The authentic and "rustic" rainforest setting was amazing and the view of the Arenal volcano was spectacular. The staff was delightful and polite. We enjoyed ziplining, the bridges and the forest walk on our first day. It was an early morning (since we came in late the night before) but beating the crowds was worth it. The facility got more crowded (December is peak season) as the day moved on. It was a unique and breathtaking experience.

The second day excursion was also enjoyable but we felt the volcano hike portion was underwhelming. Again, the trail was crowded and at the very end of the hike we did locate a couple of howler monkeys. However, the time spent on that portion of the trip meant that we had very little time at the waterfall. We were given about 30 minutes to hike down, jump in the falls and hike back up. It would have been more enjoyable to have a fair amount of time at the waterfall. As an unexpected surprise, we did have a complimentary lunch in La Fortuna and had a chance to go to a local restaurant (this was not mentioned on our itinerary.

Both "half day" excursions had us picked up between 7 and 8 AM and returning around 2:30-3:30 PM. They were long "half days" so I don't recommend doing any full day excursions if you want to enjoy the hotel or surrounding areas. We did fully enjoy the hotel and La Fortuna area (by taking an Uber) and being able to spend time together enjoying things in an amazing setting.

Our travel out to Guanacaste on Christmas day was extended by traffic near Liberia. It was almost four hours of travel time but the driver was professional and courteous and we much appreciated a short rest stop to use a restroom and stretch our legs. The Papagayo Golden Palms greeted us with an amazing setting and the beach beckoned. We enjoyed the facilities and this hotel was a bit more "modern" and the air conditioning and showers worked more reliably.

On both days, we enjoyed the pool, the beach and seeing the monkeys that live in the trees surrounding the hotel. We had a delightful dinner at the hotel (which was very good) and a great breakfast buffet. We did share a hotel shuttle with another family to Playa Del Coco for more beach time, food and souvenir shopping. Playa Del Coco had the most authentic Pura Vida vibes as we shared the area with both locals and tourists. We fully enjoyed our stay and the hotel coordinating a trip for us to that unique setting.

Our last day was met with a delay in our United flight home. We reached out to kimkim and they were able to extend our pickup by another 30 minutes. That was much appreciated as it allowed us to stay at the nice hotel for just a bit longer (before heading to the airport). Liberia is a small but bustling airport and easily accessible from Guanacaste. I highly recommend flying in/out of that airport over San Jose if you are in the coastal area.

Again, a well organized and wonderful trip to Costa Rica. Thank you for helping making this a great experience. Pura Vida!

Hotel Reviews
Papagayo Golden Palms
Guanacaste

Great pool, beach area is a little rough as you'll find a lot of rocks in the immediate area outside the hotel so you'll need to walk down the beach to find an easier entrance. The hotel area was extremely well kept and the staff were super helpful and polite.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It's sort of on a black sand beach but it's at the end of a cove that makes it a little less desirable.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Mountain Paradise
Fortuna

Staff was delightful, hotel had a few hiccups with things not quite working (e.g. air conditioning and showers) at times but we signed up for an experience in a remote part of Costa Rica and so we understood these challenges.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Amazing view of the volcanoes
Staff
Very kind and welcoming from the pool to the restaurant to around the grounds
Cleanliness & Comfort
Air Conditioning broke in the middle of the night and then never put out cool air again, pool was not always cycling water so collected a lot of bugs.
Activity Reviews
Sky Tram, Sky Trek & Sky Walk
Sky Tram, Sky Trek & Sky Walk
Arenal/La Fortuna

A unique and enjoyable expereince. The hike around the area was interesting but don't expect to see too much wildlife, Mostly birds, snakes, spiders and a few ants.

Quality of Experience
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Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna

Arenal Volcano Hike was okay but the hike to "lava fields" that were about a mile closer to the volcano through a crowded trail wasn't much different than just taking pictures from the trailhead. The second part of the hike through more of the rainforest was a bit more interesting. The La Fortuna waterfall was the best part of the trip for our family but extrememly short so we had to move very quickly and rushed to enjoy any of it. It would be nice if the waterfall was longer.

Quality of Experience
Duration of the waterfall portion
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Introduction to the Gulf of Papagayo
Introduction to the Gulf of Papagayo
Gulf of Papagayo

Not sure what I am reviewing. There wasn't much provided here. We did a lot of independent research to determine best places to visit, eat in the area.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Organized that independently.
Local specialist: Bryan Leon

Carino was so helpful
Belize | Dec 21 - Dec 28, 2025

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Annette J.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Carino was so helpful in scheduling tours, excurions, meals, and transfers. I am not sure scheduling everything ahead of time was the best plan, as the weather was rainy and many things were cancelled due to the weather but no refunds were provided for cancelled excursions or tours. All of the tours/excursions that did occur were great. The guides were all wonderful. And since they were all booked through the agent, I have no contact information to pursue refunds. Read more

Carino was so helpful in scheduling tours, excurions, meals, and transfers. I am not sure scheduling everything ahead of time was the best plan, as the weather was rainy and many things were cancelled due to the weather but no refunds were provided for cancelled excursions or tours. All of the tours/excursions that did occur were great. The guides were all wonderful. And since they were all booked through the agent, I have no contact information to pursue refunds.

Hotel Reviews
Umaya Resort & Adventures
Placencia

The property was beautiful. The rooms were clean. The beds were not comfortable would be my only complaint.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It is beautiful.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cassia Hill Resort
San Ignacio

It is a beautiful property and all of the staff is amazing. Carlos was wonderful transporting us around town to dinner reservations. Izzy was wonderful in the restaurant/bar. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Beds were comfortable. Very peaceful and quiet complex.

Authenticity & Character
It is more rustic than I likely would have chosen.
Location
Staff
Izzy and Carlo were wonderful and all staff were helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were really comfortable.
Activity Reviews
¡Welcome to Belize!
¡Welcome to Belize!
Belize
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch
Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch
Belize

Cancelled and no refund provided.

Laughing Bird Caye Snorkeling
Laughing Bird Caye Snorkeling
Belize

Excursion was cancelled due to weather and no refund provided.

Transfer From San Ignacio to Placencia with Stop at Mayflower Bocawina National Park
Transfer From San Ignacio to Placencia with Stop at Mayflower Bocawina National Park
Belize

The hike was beautiful and the driver/guide was wonderful!

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Cave Tubing & zip Line
Cave Tubing & zip Line
Belize

The cave portion was cancelled due to the weather and no refund was provided for that portion. Pick up was 2 hours late as we waited in the lobby.

Xunantunich Horseback Riding
Xunantunich Horseback Riding
Belize

The staff was wonderful. The lunch was really good. This tour was amazing.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Cariño Sotelo

The overall experience was very nice and allo...
Thailand | Dec 10 - Dec 22, 2025

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Alla G.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
The overall experience was very nice and allowed me to enjoy the trip rather than worry about the logistics. Bella and team were also very responsive whenever any questions arose. With that said, planning a trip online is convenient but also somewhat limits your interaction with the advisor and makes it a bit difficult to learn about all your options. For example, our room in Bangkok was so tiny that we could not fit our luggage. Loved the hotel and location but my bad for not confirming the... Read more

The overall experience was very nice and allowed me to enjoy the trip rather than worry about the logistics. Bella and team were also very responsive whenever any questions arose. With that said, planning a trip online is convenient but also somewhat limits your interaction with the advisor and makes it a bit difficult to learn about all your options. For example, our room in Bangkok was so tiny that we could not fit our luggage. Loved the hotel and location but my bad for not confirming the room size in more detail. In general, most tours and providers used were great but unfortunately we did not enjoy our food tour in Bangkok as an example. Our guide was lovely but it felt more like a friend or a chaperone taking us to dinner at the market, not a curated experience. This will happen since you are booking with KimKim and do not know who your providers will be and can’t research them in advance. In the end, I ended up booking another food tour with a food tour company which was absolutely amazing. But all in all it’s a great way to plan a trip quickly and travel efficiently especially if you don’t have much time in a country you are visiting.

Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Dec 29, 2025

Dear Alla,

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your detailed and honest feedback. I truly appreciate it and am happy to hear that overall you enjoyed the trip and were able to relax and focus on the experience rather than the logistics.

Thank you as well for highlighting the areas where the experience could have been improved. Your comments regarding the room size in Bangkok and the food tour are well noted and will be taken into consideration for future planning.

Thank you again for your valuable feedback and for traveling with us.
Warm regards,
Bella

Winter 2025 trip- Delhi and Agra
India | Dec 23 - Dec 25, 2025

Soumya
Soumya K.
Scotch Plains, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
My husband, daughter and I did a 3-day tour of Delhi and Agra during Dec 2025.
While it was a very hectic trip, Ravi and his team did a wonderful job outlining the trip plan and it was executed flawlessly by the team on the ground in Delhi- Adarsh, Dharmender and in Agra- Ronit plus Rajeshji who was there throughout the trip.
We would like to redo the trip at a more leisurely pace in the near future. Looking forward to teaming up with the Active Holidays team for our next India...
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My husband, daughter and I did a 3-day tour of Delhi and Agra during Dec 2025.
While it was a very hectic trip, Ravi and his team did a wonderful job outlining the trip plan and it was executed flawlessly by the team on the ground in Delhi- Adarsh, Dharmender and in Agra- Ronit plus Rajeshji who was there throughout the trip.
We would like to redo the trip at a more leisurely pace in the near future. Looking forward to teaming up with the Active Holidays team for our next India adventure!!
Soumya

Hotel Reviews
Grand Mercure Agra
Agra, UP

Great location, food and rooms are spacious and clean!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Lalit Hotel, New Delhi
Delhi

Lalit hotel has a great location. The hotel itself is dated, dark rooms, outdated and leaky bathroom fixtures. Food is great though.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Taj Mahal at Sunset
Taj Mahal at Sunset
Agra
Take a stroll through the historic garden (Mehtab Bagh) for the most magical views of the Taj Mahal by TUK-TUK
Take a stroll through the historic garden (Mehtab Bagh) for the most magical views of the Taj Mahal by TUK-TUK
Agra
Explore the marvelous  and historic monument : Agra Fort
Explore the marvelous and historic monument : Agra Fort
Agra
Half-day tour of New Delhi and visit Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Half-day tour of New Delhi and visit Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
India
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Dec 30, 2025

Dear Soumya,
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback. I’m truly glad to know that you and your family had a wonderful experience in Delhi and Agra, and that the trip was executed smoothly by our on-ground team.

I would be absolutely delighted to plan your next India adventure and create an even more relaxed and immersive experience for you.

Thank you once again for trusting us, and I look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Warm regards,
Ravi Tickoo

Fun in Belize - unbelizeable
Belize | Dec 21 - Dec 28, 2025

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Anne C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Everything went seamlessly. There were a few minor glitches which were handled well. Mostly regarding transportation. The activities were perfect for our family. The ATM caves were a highlight. Two activities had to be cancelled due to high water and alternate activities were found quickly. The guides we had were the best- I’ll name Francisco and Kenneth for ATM, Renee and Choco and Poncho and Ivar at the snorkeling. Read more

Everything went seamlessly. There were a few minor glitches which were handled well. Mostly regarding transportation. The activities were perfect for our family. The ATM caves were a highlight. Two activities had to be cancelled due to high water and alternate activities were found quickly. The guides we had were the best- I’ll name Francisco and Kenneth for ATM, Renee and Choco and Poncho and Ivar at the snorkeling.

Hotel Reviews
Vista de Azul & The Pool Club

Mahogany bay is kind of weird- it it under construction with big machinery and roads just gravel. It was fine though and we enjoyed being together. A little small for our family

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Sentinel

There was no hot water for most of the stay. The manager definitely was helpful and came by or sent workers multiple times. The house met

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Cave Tubing & zip Line
Cave Tubing & zip Line
Belize

We didn’t get to cave tube because of high water but the zip lining was really fun!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guides helped grandma by attaching me to him- very good
Transport
Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alley Snorkel
Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alley Snorkel
Belize

Again the guides were terrific and knowledgeable and helpful and made the experience good for everyone! Choco went out of his way to show us some wonderful things

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Fishing In San Pedro Belize
Fishing In San Pedro Belize
Belize

The fishing was great and we enjoyed eating it the next night

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Manatee/Coral Gardens & Caye Caulker
Half Day Manatee/Coral Gardens & Caye Caulker
Belize

We loved the guides and Irene and Searious They were professional, knowledgeable and helpful and kind. The snorkeling and visit to Cay Caulker was fun

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Enjoy Barton Creek
Enjoy Barton Creek
Belize

We couldn’t do this because river was too high

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We couldn’t do it
Discover Xunantunich
Discover Xunantunich
Belize

Very interesting and fascinating

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Renee was proud to share his heritage and was knowledgeable
Transport
ATM cave - Actun Tunichil Muknal
ATM cave - Actun Tunichil Muknal
Belize

Wow! That was a once in a lifetime activity- our guides made it so it was fun for all of us- even 72 yr old grandma! So interesting!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They helped all of us and were fun and knowledeable
Transport
Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante

We had a very enjoyable trip.
Thailand | Dec 12 - Dec 26, 2025

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Julian B.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
We had a very enjoyable trip. The cars provided were very spacious and comfortable and the drivers polite and efficient. W ewere met where we needed to be, except on the 21st December at Bangkok airport where we were told to meet at gate 11 ony to find there was no gate 11. It was by chance that we met our contact in the middle of the airport. Generally the amount of time allocated to get to airports was too generous and resulted in rather a lot of waiting. For example, the drive from... Read more

We had a very enjoyable trip. The cars provided were very spacious and comfortable and the drivers polite and efficient. W ewere met where we needed to be, except on the 21st December at Bangkok airport where we were told to meet at gate 11 ony to find there was no gate 11. It was by chance that we met our contact in the middle of the airport.

Generally the amount of time allocated to get to airports was too generous and resulted in rather a lot of waiting. For example, the drive from our hotel to Chaiang Mai airport took 20 minutes, not the 2 hours allocated. The drive from Aryasom Villas to Bangkok airport took 50 minutes but we were scheduled an 830 pick up for a 1240 flight. Of course extra time has to allowed for possible problems, but thiswas too long.
Apart from that, everything went very well. We were really pleased Tina was able to cancel the flights from Phuket to Chian g Mai and arrange for a cash refund.

Local specialist: Tina Oo

Adam (and Team) did a terrific job helping us...
Costa Rica | Dec 16 - Dec 23, 2025

Grant
Grant H.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Adam (and Team) did a terrific job helping us plan our vacation to Costa Rica. We had a great visit! Better than expected frankly and already thinking of another visit next year. Highly recommend working with KimKim to plan your trip. We visited Playa Hermosa for a relaxing few days at the beach while staying at the memorable Hotel Bosque del Mar (the staff were so friendly and accommodating and we loved every meal!) . Then on to Hotel Arenal Lodge where we traveled into La Fortuna to join... Read more

Adam (and Team) did a terrific job helping us plan our vacation to Costa Rica. We had a great visit! Better than expected frankly and already thinking of another visit next year. Highly recommend working with KimKim to plan your trip. We visited Playa Hermosa for a relaxing few days at the beach while staying at the memorable Hotel Bosque del Mar (the staff were so friendly and accommodating and we loved every meal!) . Then on to Hotel Arenal Lodge where we traveled into La Fortuna to join a cooking class and prepare and eat an authentic Costa Rican meal, followed the next day with a hiking tour of Arenal volcano (amazing to think the land you're walking on has only existed for ~57 years!) and a trip to the hot springs. Our last day we visited the La Fortuna waterfall down almost 500 stairs. Amazing to swim in the water with the powerful falls just a few meters away. The last few days of our visit were spent near Rincon at Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin. Great accommodations with delicious food and drinks at the restaurants. But the best part was the outdoor adventure activities - horseback riding, tubing down rapids (one time isn't enough) and ziplining through the canopy. Each of these really exceeded expectations. KimKim made everything much easier and less stressful. Thank you for all your efforts to make this a fun and memorable vacation!

Local specialist: Adam Gomez

Morocco Sahara Experience
Morocco | Dec 23 - Dec 27, 2025

Vineeta
Vineeta G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
We planned a quick trip to Morocco and really wanted a memorable experience of Sahara. We approached KimKim and they planned our itinerary and executed it beyond perfection. During the trip we needed to make a change and the team actioned it within minutes. Absolutely LOVED our visit. Accommodations were carefully chosen, hospitality amazing, food delicious and we can never forget Soufine, our driver for the trip who took a great care of my family. Our drive from Marrakech to Merzouga was... Read more

We planned a quick trip to Morocco and really wanted a memorable experience of Sahara. We approached KimKim and they planned our itinerary and executed it beyond perfection. During the trip we needed to make a change and the team actioned it within minutes. Absolutely LOVED our visit. Accommodations were carefully chosen, hospitality amazing, food delicious and we can never forget Soufine, our driver for the trip who took a great care of my family. Our drive from Marrakech to Merzouga was very comfortable. First stay at La Berbere Palace where we enjoyed a restful evening. We loved our stay at Riad Villa Amood in Sahara before heading to the camp site Riad Madu Luxury. The food at Amood was Spanish fusion and exceptional. The ATV buggy tours organized at Sahara Buggy was a lot of fun and Mohammed our guide took us through amazing dunes and views. We had fun at the camp with berbere music and warm food and dune treks. The people very very friendly. And eventually ending our drive to Fez. Soufine stopped at great locations, tea and coffee and food options.
Thank you Yassine (KimKim), Hatim (local organizer), Soufine and the whole group.

Hotel Reviews
Le Berbere Palace
Ouarzazate
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
RIAD VILLA AMOOD
Merzouga
Authenticity & Character
Decor is fusion Spanish and Moroccan
Location
Close to buggy adventures and also a quick walk to dunes
Staff
Very accommodating. Our drive to camp was delayed and the staff took all care to make us feel relaxed
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Yassine Echcherki
Yassine
Yassine Echcherki
Local specialist in Morocco, New York, Spain | Replied on Dec 29, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review 🌟 We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your trip to Morocco and especially your Sahara experience was so memorable. It’s wonderful to know that the itinerary, accommodations, food, and activities all came together to create such a special journey for you and your family. We’re especially happy that our team was able to accommodate changes quickly during your trip and that Soufine took such great care of... Read more

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review 🌟

We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your trip to Morocco and especially your Sahara experience was so memorable. It’s wonderful to know that the itinerary, accommodations, food, and activities all came together to create such a special journey for you and your family.

We’re especially happy that our team was able to accommodate changes quickly during your trip and that Soufine took such great care of you along the way. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him, as well as to Hatim, Mohammed, and all of our local partners who helped bring this experience to life.

Thank you again for trusting MOBT Global and KimKim with your travels and for highlighting so many special moments, from Marrakech to the Sahara and all the way to Fez. We would be delighted to help you plan another adventure whenever you’re ready. All the best!

Christmas on the Sahara
Morocco | Dec 21 - Dec 27, 2025

Martha
Martha P.
Boothbay Harbor, ME | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
I just finished a remarkable trip to Morocco during Christmas week. Hakim put together a solid itinerary, long in sightseeing and relatively short in shopping, as I had requested, and the result was a memorable and very special time. My driver, Taha, was with me all week, and made me feel safe whether we were traversing rain, snow or sunshine. Additionally, he chose good, clean places for us to stop enroute. Of special significance was the desert camp and camel ride on Christmas Eve.... Read more

I just finished a remarkable trip to Morocco during Christmas week. Hakim put together a solid itinerary, long in sightseeing and relatively short in shopping, as I had requested, and the result was a memorable and very special time.

My driver, Taha, was with me all week, and made me feel safe whether we were traversing rain, snow or sunshine. Additionally, he chose good, clean places for us to stop enroute.

Of special significance was the desert camp and camel ride on Christmas Eve. That sunset and the camp atmosphere, is something I will not soon forget.

I must also add that my flight into Morocco was delayed for about 11 hours, and during that whole time, the company hung with me and made sure I understood that they were there for me. Their actions were incredibly reassuring, and in the end, all worked out well.

I can recommend the services of Hak and the company without reservation.

Hotel Reviews
Caravane
Ouarzazate

Out of town, which also meant away from the tourist clutter.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Madu Desert Camps
Merzouga

Awesome experience! Fabulous!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad la Perle de la Médina
Fès

Noisy, cold, too many stairs. Staff impossible to find. Bathroom tiny and no place to put things. No luggage rack, no hooks, no window.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Twilight
Marrakesh

A lovely riad. However, it is located in a dark corner of the soul and as a woman traveling alone, I felt I needed an escort Everytime o came or went.

Authenticity & Character
Location
A decent map to find it!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Camel Trek to your Camp
Camel Trek to your Camp
Merzouga
Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Explored a new side of Japan!
Japan | Dec 6 - Dec 19, 2025

Howard
Howard H.
Argentina | Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
All the members of my family have been to Japan multiple times, but this trip helped us to deepen our understanding and explore new parts of the country we'd never accessed before. Shona provided wonderful service from planning to booking to helping us to handle unexpected bumps in the road (a member of my party left their passport at a hotel early on, and she was immensely helpful in us getting it back seamlessly and stress free). A few standout guides/experiences:
Architecture Walking...
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All the members of my family have been to Japan multiple times, but this trip helped us to deepen our understanding and explore new parts of the country we'd never accessed before. Shona provided wonderful service from planning to booking to helping us to handle unexpected bumps in the road (a member of my party left their passport at a hotel early on, and she was immensely helpful in us getting it back seamlessly and stress free).

A few standout guides/experiences:
Architecture Walking Tour in Omotesando - this was our first formal experience on the trip and set the tone. Yoshi was a passionate, thoughtful, and friendly guide who helped us to understand the architectural treasures hidden in plain sight in this busy neighborhood.

Hidden Gem Food & Whiskey Night Tour near Roppongi - We were staying in Roppongi and didn't realize that there was such an amazing enclave of restaurants so close by. Ellen clearly loves food and this neighborhood, and seeing it through her eyes was very fun. At the end of the night, we ate a meal at the neighborhoo Obaa-chan's restaurant. What a special experience to be in a 4 table restaurant and be served a home-cooked, custom meal from the neighborhood granny!

Full Day Mt. Fuji with Chureito Pagoda & Oishi Park - Really loved spending time with Toru. He helped provide a great background on Japanese history and geography. His enthusiasm for the towns was infectious. It was clear how excited he was to get clear views of Fuji and this made the experience special.

Takayama Full-Day Walking Tour - Miyuki has so much pride and love for Takayama. You could tell based on her description of the annual festival, and the way she would pick up any stray pieces of litter along the way during our tour. That spoke volumes to me about the values of Miyuki and the Japanese people overall. She also pointed us towards her neighborhood restaurant, which was probably the one of the best meal and dining experiences we had during the trip. Still thinking about that Omelette.

Half Day Artisan Tour in Kanazawa - Nozomi was energic, fun, and incredibly well connected in the city. I was impressed with her connection to so many of the artisans of Kanazawa. Impressively, we decided to spend the first part of the tour in the Geisha district, and Nozomi was able to provide a full history and background from memory, without planning. Additionally, she heard we were interested in seafood and pointed us to a very special restaurant to enjoy after the tour, even calling and making a reservation for us. Never would have found that place on our own and I've never seen my dad so happy at a meal.

Hotel Reviews
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
Kanazawa
Authenticity & Character
Location
Located right next to the train station, and next to some amazing restaurants
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel, A Pan Pacific Partner Hotel
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
A little dated compared to our other accommodations on this trip.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Roppongi Tokyo Premier
Tokyo

Right in the heart of Roppongi. Solid breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan
Takayama

Wonderful full service Ryokan.

Authenticity & Character
Very authentic Ryokan
Location
Staff
Kind and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were quite large, with multiple rooms.
Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu
Hakone

A wonderful Ryokan experience. There are two different onsens, which alternate between Men and Women each day. We were left slack jawed by the outdoor waterfall and hotspring. Simply magical. Would recommend the buffet meals here - they're quite extensive and quite good.

Authenticity & Character
Top tier onsens
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amazing food on site
Activity Reviews
Half Day Artisan Tour in Kanazawa
Half Day Artisan Tour in Kanazawa
Kanazawa

Nozomi was energic, fun, and incredibly well connected in the city. I was impressed with her connection to so many of the artisans of Kanazawa. Impressively, we decided to spend the first part of the tour in the Geisha district, and Nozomi was able to provide a full history and background from memory, without planning. Additionally, she heard we were interested in seafood and pointed us to a very special restaurant to enjoy after the tour, even calling and making a reservation for us. Never would have found that place on our own and I've never seen my dad so happy at a meal.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Takayama Full-Day Walking Tour
Takayama Full-Day Walking Tour
Takayama

Miyuki has so much pride and love for Takayama. You could tell based on her description of the annual festival, and the way she would pick up any stray pieces of litter along the way during our tour. That spoke volumes to me about the values of Miyuki and the Japanese people overall. She also pointed us towards her neighborhood restaurant, which was probably the one of the best meal and dining experiences we had during the trip. Still thinking about that Omelette.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Chureito Pagoda & Oishi Park
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Chureito Pagoda & Oishi Park
Tokyo

Really loved spending time with Toru. He helped provide a great background on Japanese history and geography. His enthusiasm for the towns was infectious. It was clear how excited he was to get clear views of Fuji and this made the experience special.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hidden Gem Food & Whiskey Night Tour near Roppongi
Hidden Gem Food & Whiskey Night Tour near Roppongi
Tokyo

We were staying in Roppongi and didn't realize that there was such an amazing enclave of restaurants so close by. Ellen clearly loves food and this neighborhood, and seeing it through her eyes was very fun. At the end of the night, we ate a meal at the neighborhoo Obaa-chan's restaurant. What a special experience to be in a 4 table restaurant and be served a home-cooked, custom meal from the neighborhood granny!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Warm, passionate, and very personally connected to the neighborhood
Architecture Walking Tour in Omotesando
Architecture Walking Tour in Omotesando
Tokyo

This was our first formal experience on the trip and set the tone. Yoshi was a passionate, thoughtful, and friendly guide who helped us to understand the architectural treasures hidden in plain sight in this busy neighborhood. Great experience if you want to practice photography!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Shona Zhang
Shona
Shona Zhang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Dec 30, 2025
Hi Howard, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I'm truly delighted to hear that this trip allowed your family to discover new aspects of Japan, despite your many previous visits. It was my pleasure to assist with the planning and to help navigate the unexpected—like the passport moment—so you could focus on enjoying your journey. I'm especially glad that our guides—Yoshi, Ellen, Toru, Miyuki, and Nozomi—each added their own special touch to your experience. Their passion and... Read more

Hi Howard,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I'm truly delighted to hear that this trip allowed your family to discover new aspects of Japan, despite your many previous visits.

It was my pleasure to assist with the planning and to help navigate the unexpected—like the passport moment—so you could focus on enjoying your journey.

I'm especially glad that our guides—Yoshi, Ellen, Toru, Miyuki, and Nozomi—each added their own special touch to your experience. Their passion and local insight are what make these tours so memorable, and I’m thrilled they helped create such meaningful moments for you and your family.

Thank you again for trusting me with your travels. I hope to welcome you back to Japan soon for more discoveries!

Warmly,
Shona

An Adventure to Remember in Istanbul, India and Nepal
India | Oct 29 - Dec 4, 2025

Jonathan
Jonathan K.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Our 2025 trip was close to ten months in the planning. Working with Rajat Gupta was fantastic. Rajat was very responsive to our goals and objectives. This trip started with attending a family wedding in Lucknow and expanded to a 37-day adventure around the family function. My wife and I realized we were covering a lot of ground, but we wanted to get a sense of the places we might choose to revisit in the future for a longer period. The trip was customized for just the two of us and all our... Read more

Our 2025 trip was close to ten months in the planning. Working with Rajat Gupta was fantastic. Rajat was very responsive to our goals and objectives. This trip started with attending a family wedding in Lucknow and expanded to a 37-day adventure around the family function. My wife and I realized we were covering a lot of ground, but we wanted to get a sense of the places we might choose to revisit in the future for a longer period. The trip was customized for just the two of us and all our guides and drivers were wonderful. We felt very safe and in good hands every step of the way.

We especially want to thank our driver Rajinder, who carried us everywhere in the first half of the itinerary. He always had water for us and he was always there waiting for us at every site. We felt like rock stars finding Rajinder with the car door open ready to take us to the next location. We also want to thank Hemant, Rahul, Anu and Kumar for their insight and knowledge. We saw so much and feel fortunate to have experienced the wonders of the region. More UNESCO World Heritage sites than we could ever imagine. And we literally had a trip of trains, planes and automobiles.

The main sites like the Taj Mahal were of course great, but one of our favorite places visited was in Ranakpur. We stopped at the Kumbhalgarh Fort, built in 1443. It took 15 years to complete. This fortress is overwhelming with the second longest wall in the world. Our guide that day introduced us to custard apple fruit bought from a roadside vendor. He made sure it was safe and ripe and it was amazing. That day we also visited the Ranakpur Jain Temple with amazing carved marble throughout supported by 1444 unique pillars and a ton of peace, spirituality and tranquility. We also had one of our best meals at Harmony Restaurant on our way to the Jain Temple. And if you are so inclined, the owner of the restaurant guides nature adventure tours. We were also fortunate to attend the Pushkar Camel Festival. Here's where Rajat did wonders for us. Some friends highly recommended the festival. I chatted with Rajat and he adjusted our itinerary to make it happen.

Another favorite was Nepal. The grandeur of the Himalayas was breathtaking and we were able to see the Annapurna range on a clear morning at sunrise. We also enjoyed the scenic boat ride on Phewa Lake, one of Pokhara’s most iconic attractions. We made our way across the lake to start an 1100 foot hike to the top of the hill leading to the serene Buddhist stupa, perched on high overlooking the valley. Overall, we felt we got the best of everyplace we visited. After our family event, we headed south from Lucknow. Our houseboat experience in Kerala was fantastic and one night was perfect. Finishing off our trip in Mumbai was terrific and High Tea at the Taj Hotel is worth it.

We took three cooking classes on the trip. They were all different in their own way, but we learned a lot about the techniques of Indian and Nepalese cooking. As for the food in general on the trip, we never got tired of the local cuisine...both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. We did have to convince some restaurants to prepare our meals "medium spicy." However some places still gave us mild. We enjoyed many of the curated retail stops, some benefitting local women and children...and other well established family businesses known for their quality.

For those planning to follow in our footsteps, we did learn a few things. The air quality in the big cities of India is pretty bad. My wife and I suffered from upper respiratory issues for the entire trip. Make sure you bring plenty of cold remedies on your journey and wear a mask often when air quality is bad.

Be prepared for flight changes when flying Indigo Airlines. In fact, I would not recommend Indigo. Make sure to check when sites are open. Some are closed on specific days. And ask your guides if you need walking sticks to help with some of the long walks.

Overall, this was an adventure to remember and we will choose KimKim for our future international travel.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Suba Palace,
Mumbai

We would not recommend this hotel for a variety of reasons. The bathroom flooded with two inches of water on the floor when using the shower. The water temperature fluctuated and at times was very hot. Our room was situated right next to the elevator on an upper floor. Members of the staff stood by outside our room carrying on conversations late into the night. The restaurant staff, while accommodating did not guide us effectively with the menu choices.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The staff was disturbing our sleep and had to be told multiple times to leave because they were keeping us awake. Generally the staff was indifferent. Should have stayed at the Taj Hotel in Mumbai...The Taj was competitively priced and so much nicer all around.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lakes And Lagoons Houseboat Cruise
Alappuzha

Very comfortable accommodations on board the houseboat. Food was very good. Very relaxing experience.

Authenticity & Character
Solid Watercraft, very safe
Location
On the river
Staff
Our three man crew was very attentive and pleasant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Koder House
Kochi

This hotel could have potential. Unfortunately, we found our spacious room with carpets on the floor stained with cat pee. The air conditioning was inadequate. The bathroom was spacious but far detached from the bedroom. Coming in late made things a bit more difficult.

Authenticity & Character
Very authentic historical house converted to a hotel
Location
Staff
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Cat pee on carpets that staff removed. Air conditioning was inadequate.
Lemon Tree Hotel Aurangabad
Aurangabad

Lovely hotel with a nice room. We did not have a chance to enjoy the amenities.

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Club Himalaya
Windy Hills, Nagarkot, Nepal 44812

Beautiful natural setting. Our room was lovely with a patio. Common areas are wonderful. Observation areas are very nice to be able to see the Himalayas. The bathroom was a bit difficult. The shower tub wall was very high making it hard to enter and exit. The single glass on the shower did not keep water from getting on the floor of the bathroom.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great views
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very comfortable except for the bathroom issues stated earlier.
Hotel Barahi Pokhara
Pokhara

Incredible hotel. The room was lovely and the grounds spectacular.

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Kathmandu Guest House
Kathmandu

Beautiful Hotel with a great deal of historical significance. The room was nice. Did not like the shower without a door, so water tended to get on the floor.

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Location
Well situated to shops and sites.
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Pristine Hotel
Varanasi

Room and bathroom were smaller than average.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very good location close to restaurants
Staff
Restaurant staff was great. Provided us Bhindi on request. But staff did not have sack breakfast ready for our departure to the airport.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ramada by Wyndham Khajuraho
Chhatarpur

The nicest Ramada we've ever stayed in. The owner often camps out in the lobby keeping tabs on quality control. He's the guy with Mala beads wrapped around his wrist.

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Royale Sarovar Portico Agra
Agra

A business hotel. The food was good. The room was ample, yet smaller than other accommodations.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We had an issue with their water system. The shower temperature was disregulated and the floor was slippery marble. During the shower, the water temp would suddenly increase. Could be dangerous for some people.
Staff
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The Pugmark, a wildlife resort in Ranthambore
Ranthambore

Great natural setting. Not an urban hotel. Room was smaller than other accommodations.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The common area was very inviting. The staff was very helpful providing us breakfast when we were venturing out before dawn.
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Dera Rawatsar

Amazing hotel. Historical significance. Very large accommodations. Good food.

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Ratan Vilas
Jodhpur

Beautiful Hotel! Fantastic room! Wonderful grounds and common areas. Great outdoor dining.

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King's Abode
Ranakpur

Wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful public areas with a long pool beautifully landscaped. A place of real serenity. The room was spacious and clean.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Wish they could have exchanged currency for us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kankarwa Haveli

We had an upgraded room (the honeymoon suite). We were at the top of the building up four flights of stairs including a spiral staircase. The view was tremendous.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Hotel was in the middle of everything.
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Brahma Horizon
Pushkar

Great hotel. They gave us a room upgrade as well.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Because of the Camel Festival, it was better to be a bit out off town, than in town.
Staff
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Haveli Hauz Khas
Delhi

The best feature of this house is meeting the owners. Photos of the family travels from their government postings adorned the walls. The room was comfortable and clean. Be aware, they do not take credit cards.

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Location
Pleasant neighborhood, but a car is required.
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Activity Reviews
Half Day Mumbai City Orientation Tour
Half Day Mumbai City Orientation Tour
Mumbai

Combined in one day and rated previously

Quality of Experience
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The Dabbawala Trail: A Behind-the-Scenes Mumbai’s Unique Lunch Delivery System
The Dabbawala Trail: A Behind-the-Scenes Mumbai’s Unique Lunch Delivery System
Mumbai

We were particularly appreciative that our guide and driver, Peter and Ajai, were able to get us to a doctor to determine if Jonathan had pneumonia so he could make the flight back home. Luckily he did not and the doctor prescribed medications for him to take. Both our guide and driver helped us achieve all of this. As for the tour, Susan went on the tour while Jonathan stayed at the hotel. Because we had to go to the doctor, she missed the Box Lunch portion. But she took the train and found it interesting. She thought the laundry was very interesting. Her favorite thing on the tour was where Ghandi had stayed for a substantial part of his life. The Gateway of India was interesting and she also saw where the Taj Hotel was located so we could have High Tea at the Taj.

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Serenity on the Backwaters: A Traditional Kerala Houseboat Cruise
Alappuzha

This was a wonderful experience. Our houseboat was great as was our three man crew. The accommodations were excellent and so was the food. It was a very relaxing experience indeed.

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Half Day Kochi Sightseeing from Cochin Airport
Kochi

Because of issues with Indigo Airlines, we had to compress the Kochi site seeing into the next day. Our driver, Raj, was excellent and very prompt picking us up at the airport and getting us to the hotel.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Raj was great!
Transport
Excursion to Excursion to Ajanta and Ellora Caves
Aurangabad

Sanjay was an outstanding guide. We had a great experience at both the Ajanta and Ellora Caves. He was very attentive to all our needs. When we returned to Aurangabad, he helped us find a small suitcase we needed to buy. Very helpful!

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Free Day
Lucknow

Family Event

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Nagarkot Sightseeing
Nagarkot Sightseeing
Nagarkot

The drive to Nagarkot was fun. Once we arrived at the hotel, it was an opportunity to relax in the breathtaking scenery. The next morning at sunrise, we hoped for a view of the Annapurna range of the Himalayas. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate and it was overcast.

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Excursion to Sarangkot & Pokhara City Tour
Excursion to Sarangkot & Pokhara City Tour
Pokhara

The sunrise view of the Himalayas was breathtaking and the weather cooperated. We spent a lot of quality time at Sarangkot. Later in the day, the Pokhara city tour was fascinating, especially going through Davis Falls and the Gupteshwor Cave. Thank you Kumar!

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Boat ride at Phewa Lake
Boat ride at Phewa Lake
Pokhara

After a flight from Katmandu, we checked into our hotel in Pokhara. Later that afternoon we headed to Phewa Lake for a boat ride was very serene. Once across, we began our hike up 1100 feet to a Buddhist Stupa overlooking the entire valley.

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Experience Cooking and Dinner with Local Nepali family
Kathmandu

This was our third cooking experience of the trip. For our guide Kumar, it was a personal invitation to visit his people who welcomed us with open arms and allowed us to get our hands dirty cooking food. The setting was very different in that we were cooking in a small space, but it was very intimate. We left the experience with knew knowledge and new friends.

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Full Day Kathmandu City Tour
Full Day Kathmandu City Tour
Kathmandu

The full day tour of Katmandu was amazing! Thank you Kumar!

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Half Day Kathmandu City Tour
Half Day Kathmandu City Tour
Kathmandu

We met our new guide Kumar and we transferred to our hotel after a morning flight. After lunch we started our tour to Dunbar Square and the Royal Palace of Nepalese Kings. It was a great afternoon.

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Sunrise Boat Ride on Ganges and local Varanasi Sightseeing
Sunrise Boat Ride on Ganges and local Varanasi Sightseeing
Varanasi

It was very interesting being on the Ganges along with so many who do it daily or make the pilgrimage. The boat ride was worth it and placing our flame in the water was very spiritual.

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Visiting Ghats and attend Ganga Aarti
Visiting Ghats and attend Ganga Aarti
Varanasi

After our morning flight and checking into the hotel, we connected with our local guide. In the evening we ventured out to the Ganges River to witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony, where seven temple priests offer prayers and sacred flames to a packed crowd.

Quality of Experience
The ceremony was a wonderful experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
As stated, the guide could have ensured a better experience had we arrived earlier to actually get a seat.
Transport
Khajuraho Sightseeing
Khajuraho Sightseeing
Khajuraho

We connected with our guide Anu. We were impressed with a town of only 20,000 having such a deep Hindu and Jain history. We visited the Western and Eastern temples and Anu truly made the experience compelling explaining the significance of the intricate carvings and stunning sculptures. The atmosphere was quieter and more serene.

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Visit to Agra Fort and 'Baby Taj'
Visit to Agra Fort and 'Baby Taj'
Agra
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Visit to Taj Mahal at Sunrise
Visit to Taj Mahal at Sunrise
Agra

The sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal was fantastic. The weather proved favorable and the sky was clear. Rahul guided us well and we took a lot of pictures. Seeing the Taj was a highlight of our trip.

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Enroute Visit to Fatehpur Sikri
Enroute Visit to Fatehpur Sikri
India

Planned itinerary went very smoothly.

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Morning and Afternoon Jeep Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Morning and Afternoon Jeep Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore

We enjoyed the safari experience, although we have been to Africa and spent a great deal of time in the bush. The morning safari was in a large vehicle and apparently there was a little mix up in the planning, but we went with the flow. We saw a lot of animals, but no tiger for both safaris. It was still a wonderful experience ti get out into nature.

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Market Visit, Cooking Class, and Dinner with Local Family
Market Visit, Cooking Class, and Dinner with Local Family
Jaipur

This cooking experience was very different from the first in Delhi. We were invited into a private home. The owner, Himanshu Rathore runs a catering business out of his home as well as a bed and breakfast. We were welcomed into his entire family. He is also a hunting guide and we had a great deal in common. We cooked in the kitchen and helped prepare the dishes for the evening meal. We all sat together like a family and enjoyed good food and great company.

Quality of Experience
Very home spun experience
Food
Outstanding!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Jaipur City Tour
Full Day Jaipur City Tour
Jaipur

Great day! Covered everything planned in the itinerary. Rahul shared a lot with us.

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Prayer Ceremony in Birla Temple at Sunset & Local Market Visit
Prayer Ceremony in Birla Temple at Sunset & Local Market Visit
Jaipur
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Guided Walk at Clock Tower and Sadar Market
Guided Walk at Clock Tower and Sadar Market
Jodhpur
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Jodhpur Sightseeing
Jodhpur Sightseeing
Jodhpur

In Jodhpur, we met up with our new guide Rahul. He would be with us through Agra. After checking into our hotel, we had a wonderful tour of the Blue City as planned. We really liked Rahul and of course Rajinder was terrific too.

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Ranakpur & Kumabhalgarh Sightseeing
Ranakpur & Kumabhalgarh Sightseeing
Ranakpur

We said goodbye to Hemant. Rajinder drove us to Ranakpur. We connected with our new guide who escorted us to the Fort, the Jain Temple and we had a great lunch on the road at the Harmony Restaurant.

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Full Day Udaipur Sightseeing with Boat Ride on Lake Pichola
Full Day Udaipur Sightseeing with Boat Ride on Lake Pichola
Udaipur

Great Day!

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Cultural Performance at Bagore - Ki - Haveli
Cultural Performance at Bagore - Ki - Haveli
Udaipur

We made our way to Udaipur. We checked into our hotel. That evening, Hemant escorted us to the Bagore-Ki-Haveli and the dance performance. Great fun!

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A Day at the Pushkar Camel Fair: Culture, Tradition, and Festivities
A Day at the Pushkar Camel Fair: Culture, Tradition, and Festivities
Pushkar

We hd a fantastic time at the Camel Fair. The sites and smells were amazing. We had a chance to be invited into a special horse breeder's tent to get to know Indian Horses. His stock was magnificent. At this time, My wife Susan was showing signs of a bad cold. Hemant and Rajinder helped us find medication to help Susan.

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Pushkar Sightseeing
Pushkar Sightseeing
Pushkar

After an early morning train ride, we arrived in Pushkar. Hemant showed us the planned sites and we checked into the hotel to relax for the rest of the night.

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 Indian Cooking Class with Local Market Tour – A Culinary Experience in Delhi
Indian Cooking Class with Local Market Tour – A Culinary Experience in Delhi
Delhi

Wonderful cooking experience. It started with touring the market for local ingredients. There were two others in the class with us (a brother and sister from Sweden). so the experience was very intimate. Anchal of Tastsutra was excellent and we enjoyed learning the ins and outs of Indian cooking...of course enjoying what we cooked was great. The best, was Anchal sending us a full array of recipes to try when we returned home.

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Food
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Transport
Rajinder was always there when we needed him.
New Delhi Sightseeing
New Delhi Sightseeing
Delhi

Great Day! Thank you Hemant and Rejinder.

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Old Delhi Sightseeing
Old Delhi Sightseeing
Delhi

First day of site seeing was great. Connect with out guide Hemant and driver Rajinder. Had a wonderful old market experience and Hemant helped us try some of the best delicacies. Unfortunately we did not make it to the Red Fort because there was a private event taking place there.

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Private Arrival Transfer: Delhi Airport to Hotel
Private Arrival Transfer: Delhi Airport to Hotel
India

We arrived very early in the morning. Had the pleasure of meeting Rajat Gupta, our trip organizer. Got to the hotel and unfortunately had to wake up staff to check in.

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Private Departure Transfer: Istanbul City to Istanbul Airport
İstanbul

Great tour of the new city along the waterfront. Everything was timed well and we made our transfer to the airport cleanly.

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Full-Day Istanbul New City Tour with Lunch (Customized)
İstanbul

Great experience of Istanbul. Haghia Sophia was a bit dissapointing because of its disrepair. The palace was wonderful. Sadik was an excellent guide.

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Food
Lunch was very authentic and wonderful. A lot of locals eating there
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Full-Day Istanbul Old City Interior Tour with Lunch (customized)
İstanbul

Fantastic! No lunch because we arrived late.

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I would like to thank and commend Heidi who made my very complicated trip very seamless. I just cannot fault anything . Everything was managed professionally and allowed for flexibility when I wanted to change tickets hotels etc
This trip would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication from
Heidi the best
Xi’an : Shannon she went over and above her guidelines
Chengdu: Ricky thorough entertainer
Chonging : Yudi fun
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They ensured that everything was meticulous . This was indeed the most memorable trip made thanks to Heidi and her team
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Grand Hyatt Shanghai
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Zhangjiajie Tianmenshan Wyndham Garden Hotel
Authenticity & Character
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ISEYA HOTEL (Chongqing Jiefangbei Flagship)
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Grand Hyatt Chengdu
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Sofitel Legend Peoples Grand Hotel Xian
Xi'an
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Activity Reviews
Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Old Town
Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Old Town
Shanghai
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Highlights of Shanghai with Yu Garden and the Bund
Highlights of Shanghai with Yu Garden and the Bund
Shanghai
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Visit the Highlights in Shanghai
Visit the Highlights in Shanghai
Shanghai
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Revel in the Splendor of Zhangjiajie - Huanglong Cave and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon (Including Glass Bridge)
Revel in the Splendor of Zhangjiajie - Huanglong Cave and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon (Including Glass Bridge)
Zhangjiajie

This can be done the same day as the cave and forest

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Marvel at the Picturesque Landscape in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Marvel at the Picturesque Landscape in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie
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Tianmen Mountain – Skywalks, Cliff Roads & Heaven’s Gate
Tianmen Mountain – Skywalks, Cliff Roads & Heaven’s Gate
Zhangjiajie

Exceptional but very tiring

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Full-Day Stylish Tour in Chongqing
Full-Day Stylish Tour in Chongqing
Chongqing

We didn’t get to do this

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Chongqing City Highlights One-Day Tour
Chongqing City Highlights One-Day Tour
Chongqing
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Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera
Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera
Chengdu
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Enjoy a Spicy Sichuan Hotpot Meal
Enjoy a Spicy Sichuan Hotpot Meal
Chengdu
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Panda Encounter and People’s Park in Chengdu
Panda Encounter and People’s Park in Chengdu
Chengdu
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Half Day Tour of the Treasures of Ancient China: Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Ancient City Wall
Half Day Tour of the Treasures of Ancient China: Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Ancient City Wall
Xi'an
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Discover Xi'an: the Terracotta Army and Muslim Quarter
Discover Xi'an: the Terracotta Army and Muslim Quarter
Xi'an
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