Kimkim Trip Reviews

4.8
Based on 17,273 ratings
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4 cities, 11 days in Italy
Italy | Jun 29 - Jul 10, 2023

David
David M.
Scotch Plains, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023
The booking process was easy w the help of Irene. We loved the guide Giorgia in Siena. We didn’t know the back story of the horse race and it was fascinating. She also got us right into the thick of the parade. All of the drivers were excellent. We really liked Guillermo who drove us to Siena from Terre di Baccio. We loved all the hotels. The service, breakfasts and locations were all great. Our favorite experience was the private boat ride in Sorrento. I think the skipper’s name was Luigi... Read more

The booking process was easy w the help of Irene. We loved the guide Giorgia in Siena. We didn’t know the back story of the horse race and it was fascinating. She also got us right into the thick of the parade. All of the drivers were excellent. We really liked Guillermo who drove us to Siena from Terre di Baccio. We loved all the hotels. The service, breakfasts and locations were all great. Our favorite experience was the private boat ride in Sorrento. I think the skipper’s name was Luigi and he was perfect. I highly recommend using Irene and the kimkim team for a vacation.

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel De La Ville
Sorrento

Great location near center of Sorrento. Great staff. Loved the pools. Rooftop bar and a rooftop pool w great views.

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VOI Donna Camilla Savelli
Rome

Great location for Rome. Excellent staff. Great breakfast.

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Terre di Baccio Hotel Tuscany
Greve in Chianti

Great staff. Amazing food. Gorgeous views. There are alpacas and dogs to pet at breakfast. Are you kidding me?!

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Hotel Splendid Venice - Starhotel
Venice
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It was an easy walk to shops and the pier. A water taxi pulls up to the hotel
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Activity Reviews
Sorrento Sea Kayak Tour
Sorrento Sea Kayak Tour
Italy

This was quite an adventure, especially for my 13-year-old who found the waves challenging. The guide helped by tying his kayak to hers and we managed to reach a small cave area where we took a break. We took some beautiful pictures there. The experience was a bit challenging but still enjoyable.

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Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento
Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento
Sorrento

The family absolutely loved this tour. Our boat driver was great and the stops at two towns were enjoyable. The highlight was when he stopped and threw some fish food into the water, attracting beautiful blue fish. The kids were thrilled to snorkel among the fish. The views were breathtaking and the overall experience was unforgettable.

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Private Vatican Guided Tour
Private Vatican Guided Tour
Rome

Our tour guide, Matteo, was exceptional. He was very good at navigating us through the Vatican, even skipping the line of the skip line people. He was quite knowledgeable about the history and explained things very well about the Sistine Chapel and the shrines. His expertise ensured we had a thorough tour without it taking too long.

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Tuscany Tour & Lunch
Tuscany Tour & Lunch
Italy

This tour was a favorite, especially for Christina. We visited a winery where we had the pleasure of interacting with an older gentleman who was a painter. The winery visit was followed by a delicious lunch. Our driver was knowledgeable about wines. The lunch wasn't a full meal but it was enough to eat, and we enjoyed wine throughout.

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Private Siena Walking Tour
Private Siena Walking Tour
Italy

Giorgia was an excellent guide. She’s lived in Siena for 25 years and gave us lots of great insight into the town, culture and horse race, which we were lucky enough to catch as it is only twice a year.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guillermo the driver has a wonderful personality. He was a pleasure.
Transport
Local specialist: Irene Lappa

Another amazing KimKim adventure in Portugal!...
Portugal | Jun 25 - Jul 4, 2023

Celeste
Celeste H.
Tustin, CA | Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023
Another amazing KimKim adventure in Portugal! This is my third time using KimKim to book travel for myself and my 7 year old son who has Autism. We’ve done Colombia, India and now Portugal! Our trip specialist for Portugal Carmen helped put together an incredible itinerary for us covering Porto, Douro Valley, Coimbra, Lisbon & Lagos. We saw a lot in a short amount of time but the the pace of the trip flowed well and we never felt rushed. We also appreciated some of the special... Read more

Another amazing KimKim adventure in Portugal!

This is my third time using KimKim to book travel for myself and my 7 year old son who has Autism. We’ve done Colombia, India and now Portugal!

Our trip specialist for Portugal Carmen helped put together an incredible itinerary for us covering Porto, Douro Valley, Coimbra, Lisbon & Lagos. We saw a lot in a short amount of time but the the pace of the trip flowed well and we never felt rushed. We also appreciated some of the special kid-friendly activities suggested by Carmen including tile painting in Porto and the Hippo bus in Lisbon! Secret Algarve kayaking at Benegil Cave was also amazing! There were a few things about our itinerary that we needed to modify in real time and Carmen was able to help us seamlessly manage it all. The guides were wonderful, and the drivers very courteous and safe as well. Will definitely book with KimKim again, so convenient and so worth it every time! Can’t wait for the next one!

Activity Reviews
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Lisbon

Excellent guide who tailored a fabulous itinerary for us! Great info and selection of stops to see. Enjoyed personalization of tour.

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Portugal

One of my favorite stops on the trip! Our driver made amazing recommendations for kids and gave us extra time than originally planned so we could do everything we wanted !

Day Excursion to Douro Valley, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Day Excursion to Douro Valley, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Porto

Driver/guide and car excellent! Might have preferred a smaller boat ride (with less people) if that was an option, but still enjoyed. Winery was awesome to allow my 7 year old to come with me.

Private Excursion to Sintra for Young Explorers
Private Excursion to Sintra for Young Explorers
Portugal

Our driver/guide was really nice and took us to a few different extra sights which was much appreciated. Knowledge level for guiding was lower, perhaps he was just a driver? If so he went way above and beyond as a driver, but for this one would have appreciated more of a guide especially at Sintra. I thought this was going to be a “kid” tour, definitely wasn’t tailored to kids, but we still enjoyed it.

Lisbon Hippo Tour
Lisbon Hippo Tour
Portugal

This was so fun!!! Even as an adult there is novelty to it when you go splashing into the water, plus the guides are hilarious!

Create Your Own Tiles
Create Your Own Tiles
Porto

This was phenomenal, the lady who ran it has amazing energy and was so wonderful with my son who was feeling a bit off from jet lag! She also personally delivered our tiles to our hotel to help us out which was much appreciated.

Local specialist: Carmen Herranz
Carmen
Carmen Herranz
Local specialist in Madrid, Spain | Replied on Jul 11, 2023

Hi Celeste,
Thanks so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review.
I am glad to know that you and Kaylan had a great time in Portugal and that everything we planned met your expectations.
I will pass your words on to our local guides, they will be happy to know that they have contributed to your special trip.
It was a pleasure creating this experience with you and I enjoyed working in this trip for you and your son to have a lovely time together in Portuga, and hopefully, we get in touch again for future adventures :)
All the best,
Carmen

Trust KimKim - Find Hidden Gems
Norway | Jun 26 - Jul 3, 2023

Sullivan
Sullivan S.
Broomfield, CO | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
My wife and I recently embarked on an incredible adventure in Norway, and we owe it all to KimKim! From start to finish, this journey was an absolute dream come true. The level of service and attention to detail provided by KimKim was beyond exceptional, making it a trip of a lifetime. A special shoutout to Fenne and Eliise for all of their wonderful help! First and foremost, the planning process was seamless. The KimKim team truly understood our preferences via the quiz and follow-ups,... Read more

My wife and I recently embarked on an incredible adventure in Norway, and we owe it all to KimKim! From start to finish, this journey was an absolute dream come true. The level of service and attention to detail provided by KimKim was beyond exceptional, making it a trip of a lifetime. A special shoutout to Fenne and Eliise for all of their wonderful help!

First and foremost, the planning process was seamless. The KimKim team truly understood our preferences via the quiz and follow-ups, tailoring the itinerary accordingly. Their extensive knowledge of Norway ensured that every destination, activity, and accommodation choice was perfectly aligned with our interests. We had the privilege of experiencing a diverse range of landscapes, from the breathtaking fjords to the rugged mountains, beautiful cities, and charming small towns/villages.

The local guides (Eliise and Fenne!) arranged by KimKim were nothing short of phenomenal. Their expertise and passion for their country were evident in every step of the journey. Whether it was exploring the hidden gem of Balestrand, hiking up a mountain, getting in the views from the Ulriken Cable Car, or witnessing the awesome beauty of Oslo & Bergen, each experience was meticulously curated to create lasting memories for both of us.

What impressed us the most was the flexibility and help offered by KimKim. As we had an unexpected worry with the ferry to Dragsvik/Balestrand and whether we were going the right way, KimKim immediately came to our help and proactively calmed our anxieties with ferry time tables as well as other details. Their responsiveness and quick problem-solving abilities truly set them apart.

The accommodations selected by KimKim were top-notch and aligned with our interest in supporting local/Norwegian/Scandinavian. The Dragsvik Fjord hotel in particular was outstanding, with breathtaking views to help fit our budget. Every stay (with the exception of one, that we knew we were getting into) exceeded our expectations. It was clear that KimKim had a keen eye for selecting accommodations that perfectly complemented the overall experience, and thoughtfulness to ask whether the accommodations were up to expectation.

We cannot recommend KimKim enough for anyone planning a trip to Norway. Their dedication to creating a personalized and unforgettable adventure is truly remarkable. With their expertise, attention to detail, and passion for travel, they made our Norwegian journey a truly magical experience. Thank you, KimKim, for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime!

Tip: Trust the expertise of the KimKim team and be open to the unexpected. You'll discover hidden treasures and experience Norway in a way you never imagined possible.

Hotel Reviews
Voss Fjell Hotel
Vossestrand
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Dragsvik Fjordhotell
Balestrand

This might be the best hotel I’ve ever stayed out for value and experience. It is a hidden gem with delicious dining, great accommodations, and excellent staff. We had an unforgettable time and the people here made Dragsvik truly feel like home.

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Scandic Byparken
Bergen
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Breakfast outstanding
Scandic Byporten
Oslo
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Activity Reviews
Fløibanen  Funicular Ticket
Fløibanen Funicular Ticket
Bergen

We unfortunately did not take this tour as our trip was too compact and busy during this timeframe. We had to skip.

Kayaking in Gudvangen
Kayaking in Gudvangen
Gudvangen

Outstanding tour but there should be a better lunch set up in the circumstance that it rains. Wet food under a tree is not ideal.

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Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Balestrand

This tour was unbelievable. Fun and thrilling with the boat ride, historically intriguing with the tour guide, spectacular beauty between the mountains and fjords.

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Ulriken Cable Car
Ulriken Cable Car
Bergen
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Electric Dinner cruise on the Oslo Fjord
Electric Dinner cruise on the Oslo Fjord
Oslo

The food was great and we loved the local/Scandinavian focus.

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Local specialist: Eliise Nurk
Eliise
Eliise Nurk
Local specialist in Norway | Replied on Jul 12, 2023

Hi Sullivan!

I am so glad to see that you had amazing time in our beautiful country!
Thank you for these kind words and for these awesome pictures!

It was pleasure working with you!

I wish you nothing but the best!
Eliise

The perfect vacation!!
Greece | Jun 21 - Jul 5, 2023

David
David S.
Eatonton, GA | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Rebeccas communication was fabulous; quick and on point. Naxos, Santorini and Crete exceeded our expectations.
Lazarus in Santorini was the best guide! Quick wit, knowledgeable and interesting. (And Panos was a great driver!). (George was awesome too— to Cape Sounion).
Hotels Belle Epoque and Elia Ermou— great locations, loved the view at Elia Ermou. 😀
Naxos Island Escapes— the hosts/managers were wonderfully gracious and hospitable. Lovely people and amazing breakfasts. The...
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Rebeccas communication was fabulous; quick and on point. Naxos, Santorini and Crete exceeded our expectations.
Lazarus in Santorini was the best guide! Quick wit, knowledgeable and interesting. (And Panos was a great driver!). (George was awesome too— to Cape Sounion).
Hotels Belle Epoque and Elia Ermou— great locations, loved the view at Elia Ermou. 😀
Naxos Island Escapes— the hosts/managers were wonderfully gracious and hospitable. Lovely people and amazing breakfasts. The accommodations were not very functional: bathroom basement 1st floor, bedroom 3rd floor. No counter spaces. Seating was odd. But they were so sweet and welcoming we didnt mind.
Kasimatis by La Perla: perfect!! Gorgeous, comfortable, great location, loved the balcony and view! The breakfasts!! 🤤🤤. Too much and too irresistible to not eat every bite! And when other nearby hotels lost power, ours dod not; we had a generator.
My only regret was not listening more closely to Rebecca. Her original itinerary was better without my requested changes. All that i asked for were my least favorite parts of the trip. (Palace if Knossos/Heraklion). Loved Chania, wished we could have spent more time there.
We seriously appreciated the food suggestions!!
We would absolutely recommend Rebecca and KimKim (and /or use again!)
Thank you! It was the perfect vacation! All the transfer drivers were prompt courteous and welcoming. Cant say enough great things. 😀

Hotel Reviews
Forum Suites
Chaniá
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Close to the beach!
Staff
No real interactions here.
Cleanliness & Comfort
We asked for a beachfront hotel and got it, no real interactions with staff. No problems with the hotel, just regretted not staying in Old Town Chania.
Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
Athens
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Fabulous roof top view of Acropolis!
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Kasimatis by La Perla
Santorini
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Everything was perfect!!
Naxos Island Escape
Naxos

The staff were all a-mazing! Lively people. The layout of the suite was not comfortable. Bathroom 1st floor, bedroom 3rd for example.

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No view but could walk to restaurants and beaches.
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Belle Epoque Suites
Athens
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Close to Plaka district and Acropolis.
Olive Green Hotel
Heraklion

Twin beds do not make a king bed. Good location and clean.

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Activity Reviews
Heraklion - Knossos Palace & Wine tasting at historic Archanes village  [Optional | Knossos Tour with Licensed Archeologist Guide]
Heraklion - Knossos Palace & Wine tasting at historic Archanes village [Optional | Knossos Tour with Licensed Archeologist Guide]
Heraklion
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Santorini - Sights, Wines & Clicks Private day tour
Santorini - Sights, Wines & Clicks Private day tour
Santorini

Lazarus was amazing!! Knowledgeable, fun and interesting!!

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Food
Gelato, wine, snacks, and more!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Panos was great too!
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Athens - Hydra Island Day Trip
Athens - Hydra Island Day Trip
Greece

Way too crowded. You can eat, drink walk around or crawl down rocks to cool off and get wet.

Quality of Experience
Ferry rides were all very efficient!!
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Ferry rides were all efficient!
 Athens - Private Cape Sounion & the Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour
Athens - Private Cape Sounion & the Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour
Athens

Our driver was fabulous!! Great sunset.

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Local specialist: Rebecca Skevaki
Rebecca
Rebecca Skevaki
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 20, 2023

Hello David,

Thank you for the great review!

We are so happy to hear that your trip to Greece exceeded your expectations, as we work hard to meet expectations and it's great to hear we hit the mark for you.
Also, so glad to hear that you loved your experience, that it was the perfect vacation for you and can’t wait to have you back for your next trip to Greece - we will make sure to include all your favorite areas !

Till then, take care,
Rebecca and the GrecianLux Team

Marisa planned an amazing, perfectly balanced...
Portugal | Jun 26 - Jul 7, 2023

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Lawrence C.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Marisa planned an amazing, perfectly balanced itinerary for our family's 12 days in Portugal. She took into account our preferences and delivered. From the initial pick up/transfer, everything went smoothly. Marisa was always available and checking in on us. Read more

Marisa planned an amazing, perfectly balanced itinerary for our family's 12 days in Portugal. She took into account our preferences and delivered. From the initial pick up/transfer, everything went smoothly. Marisa was always available and checking in on us.

Hotel Reviews
Vila Galé Cascais
Cascais

Great location

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Cascade Wellness Resort
Lagos

This was a one bedroom condo unit with plenty of space and kitchen. Gave us a lot of flexibility. Very nice amenities within the Resort. Golf , tennis. Best breakfast selection with omelet bar

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Vila Gale Evora
Evora

Perfectly located, right outside the walls of the city. Great breakfast. Nice pool with slide for kids.

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Pestana Lisboa Vintage
Lisboa

Perfectly located. Clean comfortable, friendly staff. Decent breakfast

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Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown
Porto

Nice rooftop/restaurant lounge for view of the city

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Local specialist: Marisa Agulhas
Marisa
Marisa Agulhas
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jul 11, 2023

Hello Lawrence!!
Thank you so much for your kind words.
We are really happy to know you enjoyed your time with us!

All the best,
Marisa & Across Portugal Team

A good trip.
Japan | Jun 17 - Jul 1, 2023

David
David B.
Brighton, CO | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
The planning allowed us to see and interact with all the places and events we requested. The travel agents were able to accommodate our specific hotel requests. The guides throughout the trips were professional, knowledgeable, and able to react quickly to help us adjust to changes. The planning was good overall but missed some critical local information like the availability days to attend an event and details of moving our luggage with us throughout the country. They would benefit from... Read more

The planning allowed us to see and interact with all the places and events we requested. The travel agents were able to accommodate our specific hotel requests. The guides throughout the trips were professional, knowledgeable, and able to react quickly to help us adjust to changes.

The planning was good overall but missed some critical local information like the availability days to attend an event and details of moving our luggage with us throughout the country. They would benefit from input from a local travel agent more familiar with Japan. The agents were quick to help fix issues and maintained good contact with us throughout the trip.

Overall we loved the trip and will certainly consider using KimKim again.

Activity Reviews
Full Day Shikinaen Garden and Prefectural Museum Tour
Naha

The gardens of the ancient Ryukyu kings was magnificent. I am sure it must have had a powerful impact on their visitors. The cultural influences of many countries were impactful to the people of Okinawa. What a great learning experience.

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Full Day Kobe Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum and Himeji Castle Tour
Full Day Kobe Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum and Himeji Castle Tour
Osaka

The sake history museums were fantastic. Well designed to help any audience grasp the work, tools, and techniques of sake brewing. The Himeji castle was the most amazing of them all! The volunteer guide was so knowledgeable he enhanced the experience.

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Full Day Osaka City Tour
Full Day Osaka City Tour
Osaka

I loved seeing the heritage of Osaka. Fascinating to learn more about the differences across Japanese cities. The ancient merchants of Osaka vs. the ancient samurai of Tokyo.

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Half Day Katana Maker Experience in Kameoka
Half Day Katana Maker Experience in Kameoka
Kyoto

The boys loved this event! Talk about getting a hands-on experience with a uniquely Japanese cultural event.

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Geisha Dinner Show
Geisha Dinner Show
Kyoto

The Geisha was very knowledgeable of Japanese history and also America. She was a delight to interact with and highly entertaining. The multi-course meal was spectacular!

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Food
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Half Day Samurai Ninja Museum and Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Half Day Samurai Ninja Museum and Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya
Kyoto

A fun way to learn about Japanese history.

Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchiko Cruise and Arakurayama Sengen Park Tour
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchiko Cruise and Arakurayama Sengen Park Tour
Tokyo

We started the day with a cloud bank covering the top half of the mountain. By the afternoon, the clouds had moved off, and the full majesty of Mt Fuji was revealed!

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Full Day Ghibli Museum and Pokemon Center Tour
Full Day Ghibli Museum and Pokemon Center Tour
Tokyo

Fascinating walk through the vision of creative artists.

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Full Day Tokyo City Tour
Full Day Tokyo City Tour
Tokyo

Great experience but be prepared to walk a lot in Tokyo.

Full Day Tour of Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Sagano Scenic Railway
Full Day Tour of Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Sagano Scenic Railway
Kyoto

The bamboo forest was awe-inspiring to walk through. The scenic railway ride was fun but I could have skipped it.

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Local specialist: Kelly Lu
Kelly
Kelly Lu
Local specialist in Bangkok | Replied on Apr 17, 2024

Hi David,

Thank you so much for sharing your happy and memorable experience and thoughtful feedback. It’s our great honor and pleasure to customize and arrange your family tour to Japan. Your thoughtful and detailed feedback will bring us to understand more about the travelers’ idea and impression on the culture and nature in Japan. We really appreciate it.

Welcome you and your family back to Japan again in the future and there are more things for you to explore in different season.

All the best,
Kelly

Thank you Silvia for the amazing trip itinera...
Iceland | Jun 25 - Jul 5, 2023

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Diane B.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Thank you Silvia for the amazing trip itinerary and help along the way. I was able to enjoy my Iceland the way I saw it 20 years ago. Unfortunately with technology evolution, we didn't get to cross rivers as bridges were built along the way. We didn't get the trill of crossing the rivers but it made it a safer travel. We thank you for all the nice recommandations. Hotel and restaurants were to our satisfaction. Hotel 360 was amazing as well as Hrifunes Nature Park, Silica and... Read more

Thank you Silvia for the amazing trip itinerary and help along the way.

I was able to enjoy my Iceland the way I saw it 20 years ago. Unfortunately with technology evolution, we didn't get to cross rivers as bridges were built along the way. We didn't get the trill of crossing the rivers but it made it a safer travel.

We thank you for all the nice recommandations. Hotel and restaurants were to our satisfaction. Hotel 360 was amazing as well as Hrifunes Nature Park, Silica and Kerlingarfjoll Mountain Resort. Actually Kerlingarfjoll was my highlight. The suggested Hike was my best ever.

We were able to enjoy the beauty that Iceland nature had to offer. The falls, the volcanos, the glaciers, the geysers, hot mud, the iceberg and the ride was very different than what we are use to as well as beautiful as nature can get.

We have numerous photos and great memories to share.

Thank you again for your presence along the way. It was reassuring to know that you were there and easy to reach if needed.

Please keep safe
Diane xx

Local specialist: Silvía Ástvaldsdóttir
Silvía
Silvía Ástvaldsdóttir
Local specialist in Sweden | Replied on Jul 11, 2023

Thank you, Diane!

We're thrilled to hear that you all were able to enjoy the beauty that Iceland has to offer😍 We loved helping you plan your highland adventures, and we hope our paths will cross again!

Best wishes,
Silvia, Halldór & the Unforgettable Nordic team

I enjoy interacting with everyone I met.
Costa Rica | Jun 20 - Jul 5, 2023

Brian
Brian M.
New Bedford, MA | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
I enjoy interacting with everyone I met. Read more

I enjoy interacting with everyone I met.

Hotel Reviews
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
San José

Very clean, comfortable and the hotel staff were nice. I really appreciated th e wait staff and the chef at the hotel restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
Very modern, clean with welcoming luxuries and amenities
Location
I had a second floor room, during my first stay. I felt it was too close to the busy road below. Also too close to a bar or restaurant, were loud music was playing, throughout the evening. My second stay, we’re my room was located on the seventh floor, was terrific, there I slept very well and uninterrupted.
Staff
Friendly, engaging and supportive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Modern, very well kept and extremely comfortable
Arenal Country Inn
La Fortuna

Very quaint and authentic

Authenticity & Character
It was nice
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Hotel Costa Verde
Manuel Antonio

I enjoyed my stay here

Authenticity & Character
Grounds, proximity to the ocean. Beautiful swimming pools
Location
Being in Antonio Manuel by the Pacific Ocean was exceptionally nice!
Staff
Friendly and accommodating enough
Cleanliness & Comfort
Azania Bungalows
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Very nice being in a bungalow. Comfortable and I enjoyed the hammock on the porch

Authenticity & Character
The bungalow
Location
Close to the beautiful Caribbean ocean
Staff
Accommodating, friendly enough
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bungalow experience
Activity Reviews
Free day in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Free day in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

I thought Puerto Viejo was interesting but far to busy with car an motorcycle traffic on such a narrow main road.

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Food
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Snorkeling & Hiking in Cahuita National Park
Snorkeling & Hiking in Cahuita National Park
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Excellent time here. The whole day was fun, exciting and interesting.

Quality of Experience
Our guide was a great guy!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Arenal Volcano - Unique Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Boat Trip
Arenal Volcano - Unique Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Boat Trip
Arenal/La Fortuna

It was a nice boat ride

Quality of Experience
I would have preferred to have gone on the kayak trip.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were nice
Transport
Very informative of our surroundings during the trip
Local specialist: Randall Jiménez
Randall
Randall Jiménez
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 10, 2023

Thank you again Brian for your feedback on the different activities that you experienced during your trip and about the hotels where you stayed, that is very important for us to know.

Best,
Randall

Thank you Karen and Lisbeth for a great exper...
Mexico | Jun 26 - Jul 1, 2023

Tatiana
Tatiana F.
Hollywood, FL | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Thank you Karen and Lisbeth for a great experience! We absolutely loved Valladolid and visiting all the archeological sites. Our english guides Juan, I can't remember the name of our guide from Ek Balam and Sebastian were incredible! Read more

Thank you Karen and Lisbeth for a great experience! We absolutely loved Valladolid and visiting all the archeological sites. Our english guides Juan, I can't remember the name of our guide from Ek Balam and Sebastian were incredible!

Hotel Reviews
Villa Pescadores Tulum
Tulum

We loved our room and how close this location was to the Tulum ruins because we literally biked to the ruin instead of having to find or pay for parking which is chaotic. We're giving 3 stars because construction was a vibe killer in our experience. We were woken up our first night at 7am and second night at 5:30am on a Saturday by loud voices, laughter, construction trucks, generator and hammering. We did communicate this with the hotel manager and they were very kind and sorry about this. We just wish we were told ahead of time that our room was going to be consistently interrupted by all this noise so we had the possibility of choosing another room away from the construction or stay elsewhere.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Next to Tulum Ruins and Mystika
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean!!!! This two star rating is referring to the comfort of our stay.
Le Muuch
Valladolid, Yucatán

The food, the service, the staff, our room, the ambience was just absolutely incredible! Thank you so much for your hospitality!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to local sites and you walk every where in Valladolid.
Staff
So kind, generous, helpful, attentive and caring.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Coba and the sacred Mayan roads
Coba and the sacred Mayan roads
Cobá
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the mysterious area of Ek Balam
Explore the mysterious area of Ek Balam
Chichén Itzá
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Chichén Itzá: A Wonder of the Mayan World
Explore Chichén Itzá: A Wonder of the Mayan World
Chichén Itzá
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dining recommendations in Valladolid
Valladolid
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Local specialist: Karen Quintero

Great times in Bali/Lombok with the local dri...
Indonesia | Jun 18 - Jul 1, 2023

Andrew
Andrew K.
Meridian, ID | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Great times in Bali/Lombok with the local driver and guide services helping us make the most of it. Read more

Great times in Bali/Lombok with the local driver and guide services helping us make the most of it.

Hotel Reviews
Kayumanis Jimbaran
Jimbaran
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Kayana Beach Lombok
Lombok
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ana Bicanic
Ana
Ana Bicanic
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Jul 11, 2023

Hello dear Andrew,

I am happy to hear that you had good time in Indonesia!

We hope to welcome you again on some of the other islands!

All the best,
Ana

This was a great trip and I would use KimKim ...
Greece | Jun 8 - Jun 16, 2023

Scott
Scott M.
The Woodlands, TX | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
This was a great trip and I would use KimKim again in the future! Read more

This was a great trip and I would use KimKim again in the future!

Hotel Reviews
A for Athens
Athens

Was unsure based on the outside... stepped inside and was blown away. Stayed in the red suite and loved it. Rooftop cocktails at sunset were amazing!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The bar is perfect
Cleanliness & Comfort
top notch
Aperto Suites
Santorini

This was great. Stay in Suite 7! The entire experience was perfect!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vencia Boutique Hotel
Mykonos

Staff was helpful, great rooms, overall it was great!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sweet Home Hotel
Athens

The best! Family owned and they pay attention to detail!

Authenticity & Character
Easy and walkable.... a lot is just a block away...
Staff
Helpful and quick to take action
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Panoramic Views Santorini Experience
Private Panoramic Views Santorini Experience
Santorini

It was sold and booked as a 6 hour tour and a 4 hours we were dropped off. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. A bit expensive for what it was. Seemed a bit expensive to run around the island for four hours...

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I like that she was local, and seemed genuine
Transport
Comfortable ride, very clean, professional
Morning Caldera Catamaran Cruise
Morning Caldera Catamaran Cruise
Santorini

It was fun. If you've sailed previously this won't be for you... if not you'll have a good time. Great food and amazing staff@

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Delos & Rhenia Sailing Cruise & Lunch
Delos & Rhenia Sailing Cruise & Lunch
Mykonos

Simple cruise over to Delos...quick lunch and swim after... it was nice

Quality of Experience
Food
Only vegetarian options...
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great crew
Transport
Private Half-Day Highlights Walk
Private Half-Day Highlights Walk
Mykonos

Seemed like it was just thrown together last minute. A random guy rented a car and drove around and showed a few things here and there... He was nice and pleasant but not a real guide...

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
better planning, seemed random and last minute
Transport
rented a car last minute... parked extremely far way...
Private Acropolis & Highlights Walk with Food Tastings
Private Acropolis & Highlights Walk with Food Tastings
Athens

This was a great mix of history and culture. Lot of walking but worth every step!

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

Moreno and Team was fantastic
Italy | Jun 25 - Jul 2, 2023

Indera
Indera W.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Many thanks for making our Italian vacation incredible, everything was great, our driver and also our boat captain was incredible and made the experience that much more enjoyable, everyone was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had to make a few time changes and everyone was very accommodating. We will definitely use KimKim again for our future travels. Read more

Many thanks for making our Italian vacation incredible, everything was great, our driver and also our boat captain was incredible and made the experience that much more enjoyable, everyone was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had to make a few time changes and everyone was very accommodating. We will definitely use KimKim again for our future travels.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Del Mare
Sorrento

Did not love our stay here, our room needed a bit more cleaning, we also requested to have sea view rooms which we did not get, no water in the rooms, but you can purchase at the front desk, also charges for coffee if you did not make the breakfast time and also charges for beach towels.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Bussola Hotel
Amalfi

Absolutely love this hotel, if we end up in Amalfi, this is my spot.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Food Tour - Sorrento ( Olive Oil Tasting + Pizza Cooking Class)
Food Tour - Sorrento ( Olive Oil Tasting + Pizza Cooking Class)
Italy

Again, this was so much more than we expected, everyone loved this experience. We enjoyed tasting all the incredible oils and vinegars. We would do this again.

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Day trip to Positano and Ravello
Day trip to Positano and Ravello
Italy

We had a wonderful time, after Ravello, we had the most incredible lunch on the beach, which took most of our day, so we never made it to Positano, but we were fine with that.

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 Full Day Island Tour in Capri and Anacapri from Amalfi
Full Day Island Tour in Capri and Anacapri from Amalfi
Amalfi

Everyone loved the boat tour. The lunch was amazing, staff helpful and accommodating. Unfortunately time ran out before we could make it to Capri or Anacapri, but we went another day.

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Transport
Local specialist: Moreno Moretti
Moreno
Moreno Moretti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 05, 2023

Thank you so much for your review!
It was an absolute pleasure for us to help you book your trip!
We look forward to your next trip to Italy!
Ciao!

Everything that Francesca planned for us was ...
Italy | Jul 1 - Jul 9, 2023

Chris
Chris H.
Tysons Corner, VA | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023

Everything that Francesca planned for us was highly enjoyable from the drivers to the accommodations and especially the tour guides she assigned to us.

I highly recommend Francesca and KimKim. We traveled at the peak of the season and would never had been able to accomplish as much as we did had I planned this on my own.

Local specialist: Francesca Cichella
Francesca
Francesca Cichella
Local specialist in Abruzzo, Italy | Replied on Jul 17, 2023

Ciao Chris & family, I am so happy to know your trip went great! Thank you for taking the time to write this review! Not only sharing your overall experience keeps me motivated in pursuing with my mission but I'm sure it's gonna be very helpful for other travelers who are considering organizing their vacation with a Travel Specialist. Thanks again and all the best!

Colombia: Cultural Melting Pot
Colombia | Jun 27 - Jul 8, 2023

Janna
Janna S.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Colombia was one of the most fantastic places we have visited, a cultural melting pot that is energetic, exciting and full of promise. During our trip we visited Bogotá, Medellín and Cartagena, with each feeling like their own unique cultural microcosm. We visited art museums, underground cathedrals, immense beer halls, walked in an energetic pride parade, played Tejo, drinking with locals, walked graffiti covered sidewalks, snorkeled in blue water, and danced the night away in sweaty bars... Read more

Colombia was one of the most fantastic places we have visited, a cultural melting pot that is energetic, exciting and full of promise. During our trip we visited Bogotá, Medellín and Cartagena, with each feeling like their own unique cultural microcosm. We visited art museums, underground cathedrals, immense beer halls, walked in an energetic pride parade, played Tejo, drinking with locals, walked graffiti covered sidewalks, snorkeled in blue water, and danced the night away in sweaty bars with giant grins on our faces. We barely scratched the surface in our 10 days here, so we look forward to coming back to visit with guides Andrea, Sol and Isaac and the excellent organisation and planning of trip curator Margarita so we can see even more of what this paradise has to offer.
Margarita planned an amazing time for us, with all of our wishes and limitations in mind. She was always available and matched us with guides who were kind, knowledgeable, and lots of fun. We felt looked after at every turn, they went above and beyond.

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Jul 15, 2023

Janna & Mat!
it was a pleasure to meet you and also to organize for you this adventure in Colombia.
I love to know that so many things about the country surprised you and made you fall in love with it every day.

Thank you for allowing me and the guides, Andre, Sol, and Issac to show you the life in each of these cities, and the local customs and to make you part of what it is to be Colombian.

I hope to be able to come back to show you other regions of Colombia.

Un Abrazo!
Margarita

This was our first time booking with a travel...
Spain | Jun 26 - Jul 4, 2023

J
Jennifer W.
Dundalk, MD | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
This was our first time booking with a travel agent ever and we would do it again in a heartbeat! Dalia was an absolute pleasure to work with! All of the tours that she booked were spectacular and she was available whenever we needed. Read more

This was our first time booking with a travel agent ever and we would do it again in a heartbeat! Dalia was an absolute pleasure to work with! All of the tours that she booked were spectacular and she was available whenever we needed.

Activity Reviews
Rioja group wine tour: 2 wineries
Rioja group wine tour: 2 wineries
Spain
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
San Sebastian cooking class
San Sebastian cooking class
San Sebastián
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
San Sebastian Ultimate Pintxos & Wine Tour
San Sebastian Ultimate Pintxos & Wine Tour
San Sebastián
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Madrid Tapas, Taverns & History  group tour
Madrid Tapas, Taverns & History group tour
Madrid
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Madrid Highlight group tour with Royal Palace
Madrid Highlight group tour with Royal Palace
Madrid
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Jul 11, 2023

Thank you Jennifer for your wonderful review! I really appreciate your kind words. It was wonderful having you travel with us and I look forward to your next trip with us!

The top three activities for me were the Hang...
Costa Rica | Jun 29 - Jul 9, 2023

Gay
Gay R.
Portugal | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
The top three activities for me were the Hanging Bridges, the rafting, and the afternoon on the catamaran. Thanks for suggesting such great excursions. Read more

The top three activities for me were the Hanging Bridges, the rafting, and the afternoon on the catamaran. Thanks for suggesting such great excursions.

Hotel Reviews
Baldi Hot Springs Resort, Hotel & Spa
Fortuna

The pools are amazing.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Playa Conchal

The Westin cannot accommodate the number of guests staying there. We tried making reservations for dinner when we arrived, but there was nothing available before 8:45 pm even for two people. The buffet restaurant (no reservations needed) is not air-conditioned. The cooking classes were booked for weeks. There are not enough bathrooms by the pool, and the toilets were often plugged up.

Authenticity & Character
Loved seeing the coatimundis, howler monkeys, and iguanas.
Location
It’s an hour from the airport, but that was okay.
Staff
Everyone was friendly and patient, especially the wonderful shuttle drivers.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Except for the bathrooms by the pool, the resort was clean and comfortable. The accessible single person Bathroom by the Bamboo restaurant was always clean. Glad we discovered it.
Local specialist: Charlotte Törnqvist
Charlotte
Charlotte Törnqvist
Local specialist in Turrialba, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 10, 2023

Hi Gay,

Thank you for submitting a review, I will make sure to share your comments with both hotels.
I am glad you enjoyed the excursions so much!

Kind Regards,
Charlotte

This is the second trip we have planned with ...
Italy | Jun 12 - Jun 21, 2023

Jaime
Jaime S.
Ann Arbor, MI | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
This is the second trip we have planned with Tasos at KimKim. We did a 50th anniversary trip for our parents in 2019 to Greece with the immediate family of 5. This year we traveled to Italy with grandchildren as well. Both trips were outstanding! We highly recommend Taso’s services for he is patient, knowledgeable, extremely accommodating, and timely in his responses,. We have referred KimKim to family and friends! Read more

This is the second trip we have planned with Tasos at KimKim. We did a 50th anniversary trip for our parents in 2019 to Greece with the immediate family of 5. This year we traveled to Italy with grandchildren as well. Both trips were outstanding! We highly recommend Taso’s services for he is patient, knowledgeable, extremely accommodating, and timely in his responses,. We have referred KimKim to family and friends!

Hotel Reviews
Villa Sabolini Tuscany
Colle di Val d'Elsa

Villa Sabolini was exactly what we had hoped for! Beautiful grounds and views overlooking the Tuscan countryside. On our first night, we enjoyed dinner in the bar area with their very accommodating staff. The pool offered a quiet reprieve after a day of cooking and touring. Breakfast had so many delicious choices and the staff were wonderful! Both of our rooms offered nice views and amenities. Unfortunately, the air conditioning in the two-bedroom suite was not working during our 3 night stay.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Residenza Luce
Amalfi

Resident Luce in Amalfi was beautifully decorated and the family that owns and runs it was absolutely wonderful! To enjoy their incredible breakfast on the beautiful rooftop deck was an absolute delight! They really did make you feel like you were part of their family. A truly magical place. A great recommendation!

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Hotel Olimpia
Venice

This hotel was beautiful and historical looking. We enjoyed our stay here

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Modigliani
Roma

The hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and accommodating.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Pompeii Tour & Mount Vesuvius visit with lunch and wine tasting
Private Pompeii Tour & Mount Vesuvius visit with lunch and wine tasting
Pompeii

The Pompeii tour was fascinating and Mount Vesuvius was thrilling. The lunch and wine tasting was a nice touch.

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Private Sunset & Aperitivo Gondola Ride
Private Sunset & Aperitivo Gondola Ride
Venice

The Gondola ride at sunset was an unforgettable experience. The prosecco was a nice touch.

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Transport
Cooking Class in Chianti
Cooking Class in Chianti
Italy

The cooking class in Chianti was a highlight. We had a great time learning to cook Italian dishes.

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Private Rome Walking Tour
Private Rome Walking Tour
Rome
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Rome Food Tour
Rome Food Tour
Rome

The food tour was fun and we enjoyed trying out local cuisines.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Vatican Guided Tour
Private Vatican Guided Tour
Rome

The Vatican tour was impressive and our guide was very knowledgeable.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Rome

Our guides were excellent and accommodating to our diverse group. The kids were engaged throughout and we felt that the experience was personalized to our needs.

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Transport
Local specialist: Tasos Mylonas

Everything was great. We liked the hotels and...
Italy | Jun 24 - Jul 7, 2023

Jessica
Jessica L.
Sacramento, CA | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Everything was great. We liked the hotels and appreciated the reliableness of the transportation. We also very much enjoyed our local guides.
It was nice to know Roberta was available if we needed anything.
Our guide in Lake Como (name?) was a little much. She talked a lot.
The rest of our guides are the trip were more easy going and we enjoyed that.
Sergio in Lake Garda was very easy going and enjoyable.
We also really like Serena in Siena. She did a good job of concisely...
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Everything was great. We liked the hotels and appreciated the reliableness of the transportation. We also very much enjoyed our local guides.
It was nice to know Roberta was available if we needed anything.
Our guide in Lake Como (name?) was a little much. She talked a lot.
The rest of our guides are the trip were more easy going and we enjoyed that.
Sergio in Lake Garda was very easy going and enjoyable.
We also really like Serena in Siena. She did a good job of concisely explaining a lot to us. We learned a lot from her.
Sara, our hiking guide in Greve was great. We had a very nice, relaxing hike.
Andrea is Cinque Terre was also great. He took us on good hike and was able to get us acquianted with all the villages in one day.
Overall it was an amazing trip and everything went smoothly.
Really, the only complaint we had was the seat arrangements is the van. We did not like the seats facing each other. We preferred to have the seats all facing forward. It got fixed for a couple rides but then went back to facing each other for the last two rides.
Thanks for everything. We will defintiely recommned KimKim to our friends and family.

Hotel Reviews
Star Hotel Rosa Grand
Milan

We had very little time in Milan and this hotel was perfect because of the location.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Porto Roca
Monterosso

We really enjoyed this hotel. The views were amazing. We enjoyed hanging out at the pool talking to other guests.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Palazzo Leopoldo
Radda in Chianti

This was a really neat hotel to stay in. We really liked the rooms. The staff was not very friendly.

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Location
Staff
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Hotel Athena Siena
Siena

It was a good location. The breakfast wasn't as good as some of the other hotels.

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Staff
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Olivi Thermae & Natural Spa
Sirmione

The location of this hotel was great. The staff was not very friendly and seemed to be a bit of an older crowd.

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Staff
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Hotel Villa Flori
Como

The view at this hotel was amazing. It was also our favorite breakfast and the staff at breakfast were so friendly. The only downside to this location was you couldn't walk to very many things.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The view was amazing but we couldn't walk to much.
Staff
Breakfast staff were so friendly, the front desk not as much.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Hike the Villages of Cinque Terre
Hike the Villages of Cinque Terre
Italy

Andrea took us a on hike we probably wouldn't have done on our own so that was great. He also gave us a good orientation of all the villages and how to take the train.

Private transfer from Chianti to the Cinque Terre with stop in Lucca en route
Private transfer from Chianti to the Cinque Terre with stop in Lucca en route
Italy

We enjoyed our stop in Lucca.

Hiking on the Chianti Hills
Hiking on the Chianti Hills
Italy

We really enjoyed our hike with Sara.

Day Trip to Volterra & San Gimignano from Siena
Day Trip to Volterra & San Gimignano from Siena
Siena

It was good to see these places but they were not a highlight of the trip.

Walking Tour of Siena
Walking Tour of Siena
Italy

I'm so glad we did this do at the beginning of our stay. It was an amazing orientation to Siena. There is a lot to know about Siena and Serena did a great job informing us.

Private guided boat tour on Lake Garda
Private guided boat tour on Lake Garda
Italy

We really liked the private boat, we felt like we could see a lot more that way. Our guide was very easy going and it made for a very nice relaxing day.

Guided Tour by public ferry of Lake Como - Explore Bellagio
Guided Tour by public ferry of Lake Como - Explore Bellagio
Italy

I think if we were to do this again, we would do a private boat versus the ferry. Our guide was very knowledgeable but she talked too much. We were a little overwhelmed by her.

Local specialist: Fabio Fasone

The most magical vacation!
Portugal | Jul 1 - Jul 9, 2023

Carrie
Carrie N.
Mamaroneck, NY | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
Our family of 4 visited Portugal for 9 days to celebrate my husband and I 20th wedding anniversary and our advisor Joao planned THE MOST INCREDIBLE AND MAGICAL trip for us!
They customized our trip to for our family, the thoughtfulness and attention to detail was above and beyond! We felt like royalty with the amount of care, communication and thoughtfulness! Joao checked in with us a few times a day, he had our itinerary printed and sent to us via WhatsApp, he left a welcome gift at our...
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Our family of 4 visited Portugal for 9 days to celebrate my husband and I 20th wedding anniversary and our advisor Joao planned THE MOST INCREDIBLE AND MAGICAL trip for us!
They customized our trip to for our family, the thoughtfulness and attention to detail was above and beyond! We felt like royalty with the amount of care, communication and thoughtfulness! Joao checked in with us a few times a day, he had our itinerary printed and sent to us via WhatsApp, he left a welcome gift at our first hotel with all things special to Portugal!

Activity Reviews
 Exclusive Panoramic Boat Tour to the Ponta da Piedade Caves
Exclusive Panoramic Boat Tour to the Ponta da Piedade Caves
Portugal

Perfect day to see the Algarves from the ocean!

Quality of Experience
The guides were hilarious and knowledgeable and made the experiment so fun!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were so fun!
Transport
Douro Valley Vineyard Delightful Lunch Experience
Douro Valley Vineyard Delightful Lunch Experience
Portugal

Magical Magical Magical!! Reta, the owner and her staff were amazing! This 200year old vineyard/ farm was so charming and special! The lunch was amazing and delicious and the wines we got to sample were also amazing! We ate lunch in the wine cellar and it was so intimate and special! They gave us a private tour of the vineyard and explained how the wine is made from vine to finish We cannot say enough great things about this day trip and experience!

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Bike Tour in the Douro Valley
Bike Tour in the Douro Valley
Douro Valley

This was an amazing adventure! Pictures won't do this place justice! We rode all the way to the top to a small little village where we were able to get refreshments and ice cream which was perfect for the hot day! The Douro valley is magical!

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Two-Hour Private River Cruise in the Picturesque city of Porto
Two-Hour Private River Cruise in the Picturesque city of Porto
Porto

This was an incredible night! The staff were so helpful, kind, and knowledgeable! They pointed out interesting and popular areas in Porto! And treated us to amazing wine!

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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto

Our guide Sara was amazing! She taught us so much about the history of this city, the cathedrals, the past conflicts of the kings! She taught us about the food and took us to a few of her favorite places! Highly recommend Sara!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Historic Odyssey Walking Tour of Lisbon
Private Historic Odyssey Walking Tour of Lisbon
Lisbon

This was an amazing tour! Our guide Rita was so incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much of the history culture and food. She took us all over and we learned so much! Definitely a highlight of our trip!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

This place was magical! Joao had us visit in the morning, and he had suggestions to visit in Sintra! I would t change a thing about this day!

Quality of Experience
Our driver Rui was an added bonus
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cannot say enough great things about our driver Rui! He was knowledgeable and stayed with us to make sure we were settled before he left us to explore!
Transport
Local specialist: João Branco
João
João Branco
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jul 16, 2023

Hello Carrie!
What a lovely feedback!!
I am super happy to know you had an amazing time with your family in Portugal!!! WOW :)
Those photos are incredible I have to say!
Thank you for allowing us to share what Portugal has to offer - it was an amazing journey!
Obrigado,
João & Across Portugal Team

Safari & City Exploreration in South Africa
Zimbabwe | Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2023

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Linda S.
Darien, CT | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
I’ve traveled with KimKim before; all experiences have been exceptional.

This trip covered Zimbabwe, Botswana, Johannesburg & Soweto.
This trip required lots of work, coordinating & communication with more than one person & at several meeting points ( which wasn’t always smooth). I’m sure KimKim can address this without issues. However, know that coordinators simply want to get it right as they get to know you & your interests. The end of the trip ran smoothly based on my continued... Read more

I’ve traveled with KimKim before; all experiences have been exceptional.

This trip covered Zimbabwe, Botswana, Johannesburg & Soweto.

This trip required lots of work, coordinating & communication with more than one person & at several meeting points ( which wasn’t always smooth). I’m sure KimKim can address this without issues. However, know that coordinators simply want to get it right as they get to know you & your interests. The end of the trip ran smoothly based on my continued communication with Petru, the coordinator.

All lodges, staff & meals were wonderful. One lodge was dated, but staff & meals were exceptional. The camp had lovely staff and exceptional meals, despite frigid temperatures. Early morning departures for game drives could be improved, perhaps a later hour. Do note that it was all inclusive.

I made a stop in Johannesburg to learn about its history. I spent time in the city proper & in Soweto. The guides were exceptional.
A meaningful time spent with community members. This was a walking & tuk tuk tour.

If you love nature this trip may be for you. Prepare for frigid temperatures and remaining sedentary as the day is either spent on a jeep or a boat with bumpy rides. If you are the active type, you’ll need to set up your own routine. There was one Safari walk & another at Victoria Falls, which were greatly desired. Thanks.

Activity Reviews
Walking Safari
Walking Safari
Victoria Falls

Great stories & learning. Nice calm walk.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Johannesburg Departure
Zimbabwe

Ran smoothly. Thanks.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Johannesburg Private Historic Walking and Tuk Tuk Tour
Johannesburg Private Historic Walking and Tuk Tuk Tour
Zimbabwe

Exceptional!

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Local specialist: Petru van Zyl
Petru
Petru van Zyl
Local specialist in Western Cape, South Africa | Replied on Jul 12, 2023

Hi Linda,
Thank you very much for your valuable feedback.
I do appreciate you taking the time to complete the review and for your comments and thoughts.
Glad to hear that you enjoyed your experiences.
Best wishes, Petru

Why travelers love kimkim

Custom trips for independent travelers who are too busy to plan
Customize your trip with the help of a local travel specialist

Kimkim has handpicked the world’s top local travel specialists so you will have peace of mind and an unforgettable trip that meets your exact requirements.

Authentic travel experiences

Kimkim’s local specialists ensure that you will have the best experience based on up-to-date local insights. On top of that, the vast majority of your money will go straight to support and grow local economies.

Secure & easy booking

Once you are happy with the trip, you can easily book via kimkim’s secure payment platform.

Local support during your trip

You can always reach your local specialist with a quick message or call in case you hit a snag during your trip, or simply want some great local recommendations.