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Great staff, great group, great local people which made for a (G)reat Adventure
Great staff, great group, great local people which made for a (G)reat Adventure.
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This tour exceeded my expectations throughout
This tour exceeded my expectations throughout.
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Only arrived back this morning so I have not yet mentally processed all the experiences
Only arrived back this morning so I have not yet mentally processed all the e...
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We met fantastic travellers, saw amazing places, engaged with local people and had a real insight into their lives
We met fantastic travellers, saw amazing places, engaged with local people and had a real insight into their lives. I will never forget this adventure and especially...
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An excellent experience
An excellent experience. We are looking to use this company again in the future..
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The tour was thoroughly enjoyable, well paced and informative
The tour was thoroughly enjoyable, well paced and informative. The tour leader sh...
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This experience exceeded my expectations
This experience exceeded my expectations. I feel it was truly a trip of a lifetime.
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Not just a holiday, more of an adventure
Not just a holiday, more of an adventure. The holiday crams a ot in , albeit at a fairly leisurely pace .The group size was perfect. At the end of the second day we ...
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A magnificant adventure
A magnificant adventure.
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Of all the group tours I have taken over the years with various tour operators this one was the best experience
Of all the group tours I have taken over the years with various tour operators this one was the best experience. G Adventures has got it right! The comfort level tou...
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The most fascinating trip I've ever taken from a cultural, political and economic perspective
The most fascinating trip I've ever taken from a cultural, political and econo...
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Each person in the group was so positive, and I give credit to our CEO for making that happen
Each person in the group was so positive, and I give credit to our CEO for making that happen. He made sure everyone maximized their experience according to his/her ...
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It was the cultural experience of a lifetime more than I ever expected
It was the cultural experience of a lifetime - more than I ever expected.
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A total amazing,, thought provoking experience, with highlights on a almost daily basis
A total amazing,, thought provoking experience, with highlights on a almost daily basis! I have done group trips with other companies before and they didn't come clo...
Highly recommended to travel with Charlie The Traveler
Highly recommended to travel with Charlie The Traveler, the attention and customer service is amazing, they adapted a trip according to my time and interests, always...
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CharlieTheTraveler planned out the logistics perfectly.
CharlieTheTraveler planned out the logistics perfectly. We didn’t even need to change hotels. We stayed at a really nice one in Ubud and simply made daytrips each da...
CharlieTheTraveler did just a great job organizing everything!
From the start, my expectations of the Bali trip were surpassed. Everything was amazing, from the accommodations, provided meals, our interactive tour guide, and the...
I am glad CharlieTheTraveler didn’t leave out anything worthwhile.
First and foremost, CharlieTheTraveler’s tour to Bali made me feel safe. Secondly, it made me feel immersed in local culture. I do feel I saw all of the ‘must-see’ a...
There is a lot of passion behind CharlieTheTraveler’s tour to Bali, as there is a lot of passion behind our then-tour guide.
There is a lot of passion behind CharlieTheTraveler’s tour to Bali, as there is a lot of passion behind our then-tour guide. I think he was just as excited as we wer...
I hope to take another one of CharlieTheTraveler’s tours soon.
CharlieTheTraveler’s tour to Bali was the first time I went on a group tour. I later went on another group tour to Thailand with a completely different company. Ther...
Editor’s Take
What to Look For in Asia Tour Reviews
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.
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