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Enjoyed the tour however, our experience at the airport in Paris and Nice was not positive. We were dropped off at the wrong terminal. We had more than enough time to make our flight back to LAX but due to the lack of work ethic of the Air France personnel, we just made the flight. In addition to the incompetence of the Air France personnel, we also experienced airport personnel that were very rude and not helpful.
This is an amazing tour!!! One o would do again (after a year or two). If anyone is even considering this, my answer is DO IT!
The African Safari is exhausting. It’s not all walking, hiking, and moving, but 14 days in rough riding jeeps on dusty, dry, dirt roads is exhausting on a body. I would have loved to have a couple of down days, but our guide wanted to give us the best opportunity to see everything - and he did!!
The people in Africa could not have been kinder or more appreciative of us being there.
*** If you have any kind of chronic digestive issue, be very cautious of how long you will be away from a bathroom. 3 hours turned into 7 at one point.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Lodge, Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Tarangire National Park
Nairobi, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, Lake Eyasi, Arusha, Amboseli National Park, Karatu
I felt it was a good price for everything that was included on the trip. Mike the tour guide was awesome as well as Brandy. This was my first trip with Collette but it won't be my last. It was very well put together I loved all of the places we toured but my favorite stop was the tomb of the unknown soldier. So moving.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Lodge
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Washington D.C., Arlington, VA
Washington D.C., Arlington, VA, Greenbrier, Williamsburg
This tour was exceptional and I selected it because of the location, activities, and Collette's reputation. I received so much more.
I highly recommend taking the 2 optional tours offered because these are very unique and indicative of the area and culture.
My most favorite evening was the second home hosted dinner where we were warmly greeted and welcomed being allowed to explore the back yard while meats were grilled and wine served then indoors for tapas, more wine, dessert, and codials plus a video of the bull running celebration. It was like being with family.
The food walking tour in Lisbon was terrific as well as the Sulphur Springs at the botanical garden; both included in the tour.
Last but not least, the tour manager was exceptional, putting his heart and soul into each day to have it be special for everyone. He gladly wore many hats and pitched in at restaurants so we could have an easy, flowing experience. Joao held the tour together with his organizational ability.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Sao Miguel, Azores, Pico
Lisbon, Sao Miguel, Azores, Pico, Terceira Island, Faial
The Dingle Peninsular and the Aran Islands were tops for me. Combine that with the Cliffs of Moher and the trip was spectacular! Marion McDonald also made the trip very memorable, great sense of humor, we connected on that issue very well! Tour was at a pace we seniors could handle well, with free time to see things on our own or just catch our breath. Loved Dublin!!!
Versailles was a beautiful city, and the gardens and area was wonderful. We say the open markets with beautiful food for sale. The area had so many places we could walk to and explore. The palaces were over the top in elegance, and I can see why the poor French people were angry.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, Nice, Versailles, Caen, S
Paris, Nice, Versailles, Caen, Saint-malo, Loire Valley
The tour was wonderful, so many great things were included. Not only did we see Mt McKinley in its entirety, but we saw the Northern Lights on multiple nights. The dog sled run was amazing, as was the tram ride up to Mt Alyeska, seeing the International Ice Carving Championship, Alaska Conservation Center, the Musk Ox Farm and riding the Alaska train.
Our tour director, Kathy Fil, was phenomenal! She really made the trip. She was so knowledgeable and shared her love of Alaska with all of us.
I'm home several weeks now but still raving about the fantastic trip I had to Alaska!
Loved every area and hotel we visited. The biggest surprise for me, however, was how enjoyable and beautiful the Getty Museum was on our final full day! Amazing place that rivaled the Hearst Castle with the beautiful grounds plus an incredible collection of very famous artists - especially the Impressionists!
I was very happy with the tour. Very good experiences that showed me not only the scenery it the culture of the countries. I loved being able to see the alps up close. But the best part of the tour was the free time that was given us to explore on our own. Our tour guide gave us many suggestions as to what we could do.
Mountains
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Vienna, Lucerne, Salzburg, Obera
Vienna, Lucerne, Salzburg, Oberammergau, Black Forest
Excellent tour. Amalfi Coast, Matera and Otranto were stunning. Most memorable experience were the private concert in Napoli and the Leece dancing group.