Overall the trip was wonderful, and the itinerary and the places we visited were excellent. The included castles, boat, waterfalls and other activities were also great. Logistics was arranged perfectly. Some things for Europamundo to consider:
1. Your Spanish guide speaks for 40 minutes, but leaving the English speaking guide only 5 minutes before arriving to a place. This happened more than once, and specifically with Jonatas Chavery. Overall Spanish speaking passengers were a clear priority over English speaking passengers throughout the trip. We are grateful for the English speaking guides that EuropaMundo provided. Please tell the Spanish speaking guides to give EQUAL time in explaining on the bus. Alberto was excellent and translated immediately to English, so that everyone was engaged, and equal time was spent English/Spanish.
2. We are disappointed the EuropaMundo allows babies on the bus, and that babies are allowed to sit at the front instead of at the last seat in the back of the bus. They are annoying to everyone.
3. We had so many tour guides changes and buses that we did not even have a chance to appreciate them with a tip. Some drivers like Lyon – Tournus were very rude to us and complaint about having to lift the suitcases.
4. All buses should have charging capabilities and wifi. Only one bus had wifi
5. Guides should be instructed to have a comfort stop after each 1 ½ hours of travel. It is unreasonable to expect humans to travel 3 plus hours without a comfort stop.
6. The hotels this time were not as good as usually like is Spain. They were all very clean but IBIS was a disappointment and APPARTCITY was just ok. Breakfast was always excellent.
7. To the smoking guides, they should not smoke while they are talking to us and walking with us drop us. As soon as they drop us, they can smoke as much as they want. We do not need or want to inhale their smelly cigarettes. They also come on the bus smelling like an ashtray.
8. Comments concerning special locations: It was not enough al all 1 hour at Savigny Castle. We were not able to see the magnificent collections. Would be better to allow 1 ½ hours and remove that time from Beaune. You can also remove completely Freiburg and allow more time in Strasbourg or in Triberg. We never got to see Baden Baden or Marseille, we only slept there. Marseille hotel was excellent.
Overall this is my third trip with EuropaMundo and I hope to travel again without babies.
Very fast paced. Unfortunately, we arrived at some destinations at night, so sight seeing/picture taking was limited. All hotels, with the exception of the one in Greece, were very good. The one in Greece smelled very bad, had no shower head, I had to go down to the reception to request light bulbs.
Bus was very comfortable, sights were wonderful. Rumi, the tour guide is amazing. She made the trip.
Overall, wonderful experience
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Sofia, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovn
Sofia, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Tirana, Ohrid, Kalambaka, Sandanski
I highly recommend the Europamundo tour through Spain and Morocco. It was an adventure of a lifetime, and I am eager to share my experiences to help others contemplating this journey.
Starting in Barcelona, the tour offered an exquisite exploration of the main destinations in the south of Spain, immersing us in the regions rich culture, delectable food, captivating attractions, and unique excursions. Our guide, a local expert, provided us with exceptional communication and profound knowledge about the area, enhancing our journey with insightful narratives. Some highlights include the palaces/castles, sea towns, food, iconic sites such as La Sagrada Familia, architecture that was influenced by different religions over time Primarily christianity Islam. Our group in Spain was a vibrant mix of English speaking tourists from around the globe, which was fun.
What set this tour apart was the seamless transition to Morocco via ferry. Upon arriving in Morocco, the composition of our group shifted predominantly to Spanish speakers from various countries. However, the consistent provision of English-speaking guides ensured that language barriers were non-existent, allowing for an inclusive and enjoyable experience for everyone. In Morocco, we were guided by Souzie, a local whose exceptional knowledge and engaging personality made him unforgettable. He is an excellent guide and cant highly recommend him more. He did an excellent job of blending social interactions, information, and fun into our journey. In terms of sites to see, Morocco has a lot - from Marrakech market, to major cities like Casablanca, and the breathtaking Sahara, truly remarkable. Being guided by Souzie was a privilege that enriched our understanding and appreciation of Moroccos cultural and scenic beauty. Food and accommodations in Morocco were excellent
The linguistic proficiency of all guides throughout our trip was impressive, facilitating clear and effective communication. The itinerary was thoughtfully organized, presenting a logical sequence of destinations and ensuring a comprehensive exploration of each location. With days packed full of activities and sights, there was never a dull moment, yet ample flexibility was provided for those seeking relaxation. All transportation was meticulously arranged, with comfort and convenience as top priorities, showcasing Europamundos dedication to guest satisfaction.
To conclude, I wholeheartedly recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring the south of Spain and Morocco. The combination of these two regions offers a diverse and engaging experience. This tour is a perfect blend of adventure and cultural immersion, suitable for both seasoned travelers and those embarking on their first international adventure. And the cost was highly competitive
All the various venues we had an opportunity to visit were outstanding. I would recommend you leave off Zurich if all we can do there is eat dinner and sleep, and opt to go straight to the next site. Give an extra hour at Pisa so one can climb the tower. There was a three hour wait, which meant none of us had any time to climb the tower since we had less than three hours at Pisa.
Good job to all the assigned tour guides, driver for smooth daily trip aside from below:
1. Should anticipate closure of some highlights stated in the itinerary since holiday are fixed, should be move to other especially to the museums that is very essential to us and we are expecting this- Vatican Museum,BMW museum in Germany, London museums and changing guards.
Our tour guides were excellent. Both Yelda and Ana provided us with excellent information, were very helpful and always ready to answer any questions we had.
I enjoyed very much the Morocco part of the tour mainly because of the very caring and honest tour guide, Karim. He is the best. He took of me very well. All the major cities and tourist spots were covered in the tour. I have recommended him to my travel agency, in case anyone wants to visit Morocco.
The Spain part was ok but guides were speaking in Spanish more than English, so it was a bit difficult to understand. Also, when they drop us off for free time, they do not explain what are the things to see in the area. We have to figure out ourselves.
The time in each place is short and we are always rushing for time. Time spent in the bus seems longer than time spent out of the bus.
But they did cover major sites but most of these places were offered as panaromic view. What would have been better is, if at least one major attraction in each city, we can enter the place and see and experience it. For eg, Real Alcazar in Sevilla - there were no tickets purchased for us and we did not get to see inside.