Accommodation excellent, but could be a little less hotel chain like.
Itinerary is busy and days should start earlier to avoid late meal time.
Guide very knowledgeable and caring about customers but could better pace the hikes, not easy as the group had very different walking speed.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
The Dolomites are a beautiful part of the world and this trip didn't disappoint!!!
From airport pick up to drop off, I felt in safe hands.
Our hotel was perfectly placed near the centre of town and only a short distance from the bus station. Food at the hotel was delicious and we had 5 courses every night, just what you need to fuel a good hike!
Our walks gave us the opportunity to take in the stunning views of the mountains and lakes. Around every corner was another WOW!!!! We tackled a range of terrain from woodland and meadow to the rocky paths around the Tre Cime.
Nigel, our guide, was fab. He made sure we all got on and off buses, offered alternatives so people could tailor the walks to their ability and was very knowledgeable about the region & it's history. Best of all, he kept us entertained with myths & legends about dwarves, princesses and of course marmots!!!
Thanks Nigel & Explore! for a fantastic holiday!
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Our Vietnamese guide, Binh, was assisted by two Cambodian guides, one in Phenom Penh and one who was with us for the rest of the Cambodian trip. All were knowledgeable and passionate about their countries and attentive to us and our safety and to ensuring that we had a memorable experience. Binh, in particular, was was experienced and patient by repeating all the essential details that we needed to know. An excellent trip overall !
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Ban
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Banteay Srei, Angkor Thom, Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta, Can Tho, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Kampong Thom
This was our first group tour and it did not disappoint. Our group leader Quang was fantastic. He was so knowledgeable and thorough, happy to answer any questions. Our transfers were seamless we never had to wait once. The itinerary was full every day and had we not been on a tour we would have missed some of the interesting places we went to. It was the Tet holiday while we were there so our itinerary was changed slightly but Quang found us lots to do. He was great even arranged a personalised birthday cake for me!
We would thoroughly recommend this tour.
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
I had such an incredible time on this explore trip. The itinerary was full on but there were still moments for relaxation where you could choose to visit other temples or sit in the sun. Our trip explore leader Mohammad was amazing and absolutely made my trip and I don’t think we could have had a better tour guide. He was so knowledgable thank you so much Mohammad!
Active and outdoorCruise
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Althea, our tour leader was the most knowledgeable, caring, professional young woman. She showcased Gozo and Malta through a local perspective. She is a tremendous asset to Explore. For travellers wanting to experience the history, culture and everyday life of Gozo and Malta, this is an excellent trip.
Active and outdoorFood tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
A great week of walking with some challenges underfoot. Beautiful coastal views at times. Nebil was a consummate leader with great interpersonal skills, a good sense of humour and top notch care for his flock!
P.S. Excellent Mediterranean food on the way!
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lycian Way, Fethiye, Gey, Sidyma
Lycian Way, Fethiye, Gey, Sidyma, Patara Beach, Kas, Aperlae, Dalaman
Very enjoyable tour with lovely group of people. Our guide, Nuii, was also very helpful and informative.
The itinerary was nicely varied to include some boat and train trips as well as some rural walking and a bit of cycling. The highlights for me were the elephant sanctuary visit and the home stay which included seeing local crafts, as well as visiting the Hellfire Pass and commemorative site of the building of the bridge over the river Kwai.
Only suggested improvement would be to cut down on several days of very long drives in the minibus, although I appreciate we did have to cover some long distances, and perhaps staying in a few more places for two nights rather than one.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this holiday, and Thai food is wonderful.
Active and outdoorWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
A very enjoyable tour with an excellent and informative tour leader who always went the extra mile to ensure things ran smoothly. Perhaps the only criticism is that it needs to be stressed in the trip notes that although crossing the Gulf of Fonseca by boat is an adventure it’s going to be rather wet.
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
