4.8/5 Excellent
Excellent
4,640
Great
1,094
Average
83
Disappointing
20
Terrible
16
Asia Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
I can't say enough about how fabulous our 29 day tour was! Annie from Exotic Voyages arranged everything for four of us as we traveled through Thailand, Laos, Vietna...
"We have just returned from two weeks in South East Asia on a tour arranged by Annie of Exotic Voyages. As with previous trips, all of the details were handled perfe...
"MP helped me plan our 16 day vacation that included a seaplane, a 2 night cruise on Halong Bay, sightseeing in Hanoi and multi-city tour of Thailand with amazing gu...
"Hands Around the World small group tours take seniors on exciting adventures. We used Exotic Voyages for our Southeast Asia tour to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. ...
"Hands Around the World small group tours take seniors on exciting adventures. We used Exotic Voyages for our Southeast Asia tour to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. ...
My husband and I planned a trip to Seam Reap, Cambodia and Vietnam for 10 days. From the initial planning to the execution, Exotic Voyages, did a fabulous, professio...
My husband and I planned a trip to Seam Reap, Cambodia and Vietnam for 10 days. From the initial planning to the execution, Exotic Voyages, did a fabulous, professio...
My girlfriend and I booked a 20-day tour in Thailand with Exotic Voyages from mid January to mid February 2020. Their interface was very easy to use - we had to spec...
My girlfriend and I booked a 20-day tour in Thailand with Exotic Voyages from mid January to mid February 2020. Their interface was very easy to use - we had to spec...
"MP helped me plan our 16 day vacation that included a seaplane, a 2 night cruise on Halong Bay, sightseeing in Hanoi and multi-city tour of Thailand with amazing gu...
In 30+ years of travelling I have never written a review but I feel compelled to recognize the incredible service provided by Exotic Voyages . Every detail was perfe...
"My wife and I have used them twice for travel to Asia. In 2018, they arranged a private tour (me, my wife, a local guide, and driver) for 25 days in Vietnam (Hanoi...
"My wife and I have used them twice for travel to Asia. In 2018, they arranged a private tour (me, my wife, a local guide, and driver) for 25 days in Vietnam (Hanoi...
In 30+ years of travelling I have never written a review but I feel compelled to recognize the incredible service provided by Exotic Voyages . Every detail was perfe...
"Hoa at Exotic Voyages worked closely with us (I'm sure over 100 emails!!) for our 12 day trip to SiemReap, Luang Prabang, Hanoi and Saigon. All arrangements worked ...
Hoa at Exotic Voyages worked closely with us (I'm sure over 100 emails!!) for our 12 day trip to SiemReap, Luang Prabang, Hanoi and Saigon. All arrangements worked s...
I stumbled upon Exotic Voyages in 2018 when planning my solo trip to South Asia. They delivered an amazing experience that stuck with me. I was so impressed by Exoti...
My friend did a solo trip in 2018 and raved about his experience. I asked to tag along on the next one. I am so happy I did. Phuong Anh with Exotic Voyages is a supe...
"I stumbled upon Exotic Voyages in 2018 when planning my solo trip to South Asia. They delivered an amazing experience that stuck with me. I was so impressed by Exot...
My friend did a solo trip in 2018 and raved about his experience. I asked to tag along on the next one. I am so happy I did. Phuong Anh with Exotic Voyages is a supe...
Editor’s Take
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Asia is the largest continent in the world which means when visiting you will encounter everything on the spectrum. You’ll see remote villages, cosmopolitan cities, and landscapes that are straight off a postcard. When visiting you’ll also meet a wide variety of people and be put into situations you may be unfamiliar with.
Many of the positive reviews for Asia tours are the use of local guides and varied itineraries. With Asia’s vast and diverse landscape, having a local expert can help you understand and become fully immersed in the local culture. Some of the reviews praised the tour schedules for combining both city and rural destinations, allowing travelers to see both sides of a country.
Activities such as eating home cooked meals, meeting local artisans, and hiking through the mountains or forests are some of the favorite activities in Asia.
Negative reviews generally revolve around the expectations of the trip and timing. Many parts of Asia are underdeveloped and getting around the country may take longer than the itinerary states. Also, in many places in Asia, being on time isn’t the most important thing. Trains are often late and there may be delays at the top attractions (except in Japan!).
Tour operators in Asia do their best to accommodate travelers and keep to a schedule. However, things do happen. Travelers who are used to precise schedules and timely departures of European tour groups for example may have a harder time adjusting to travel in Asia.
Additionally, in some countries the quickest and most affordable way to travel is by bus or train. If you get car sick or wish for a more comfortable mode of transportation, checking into a tour operator that provides a more luxurious style may be best.
If you want a slower tour or a more in-depth experience, booking with a tour operator that focuses on one country or a small area of Asia is a good choice. Many trips to Asia that cover long distances aren’t able to spend as much time in a destination, which means you aren’t able to explore.
For a professional take on traveling in Asia, see the Travelstride Asia Guide »
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