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We appreciated close contact with local communities as we walked
Our group enjoyed the challenges of the walks and especially enjoyed our time with local people in the BB's and the villages. The scenery was spectacular; our BB hos...
The walks were outstanding, everything we could have wished for and more
The walks were outstanding, everything we could have wished for and more. The special highlights for us are the scenery, the markets, the walking and the wonderful f...
Overall, we had a great adventure and would like to repeat it during a moderate hike in September next year
Overall, we had a great adventure and would like to repeat it during a moderate hike in September next year. Etienne at Les Balcons in Gordes provided an outstanding...
I enjoyed the historical information along the walks
I enjoyed the historical information along the walks (la mur de peste, Lacoste, etc.) It was nice to see the farmers harvesting the cherries as we walked by. We very...
All the villages we visited had a unique quality that made them very interesting
All the villages we visited had a unique quality that made them very interesting. The couple of La Borie were very nice and could not provide enough. La Maison Valve...
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We were thrilled with all of our accommodations!
We were thrilled with all of our accommodations! So many times accommodations do not live up to the photos posted on line. Without exception all of the places we sta...
I loved the walks!
I loved the walks! The only suggestion I have is that I think you should emphasize how challenging some of the climbs and descents are and how helpful walking poles ...
Too many highlights to mention. The trip was incredible.
Too many highlights to mention. The trip was incredible. The walk were beautiful and our favourite hotel was Mas de La Beaume in Gordes. The attention to detail was ...
All of the places we stayed had great people running them and the rooms were lovely.
All of the places we stayed had great people running them and the rooms were lovely. The beds were great which is important after a day of walking. We enjoyed all of...
Every day was a new surprise
The trip highlights have been : the hôtel des Romarins, the perched villages. The picnics : excellents. Every day was a new surprise. Congratulations for the punctu...
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we had a wonderful experience and for the most part enjoyed the walk, seeing the beautiful countryside, meeting wonderful locals and the warm culture of Provence
Balcons du Luberon is an outstanding BB and Eitienne was exceptionally warm, friendly & helpful. Being a chef, the dinner and breakfast were superb! The setting ...
We want to thank you very much for the good planning, willing service, and excellent choices
We had a lovely time in Provence. We want to thank you very much for the good planning, willing service, and excellent choices. As you tried to prepare us, travellin...
Gordes was terrific and, of course, since it is perched above the village the views are fabulous and the garden welcoming.
The two restaurants included in the package were both terrific. Gordes was terrific and, of course, since it is perched above the village the views are fabulous and ...
it was the perfect vacation
The whole trip was wonderful ! Seeing the town in the distance and watching as it grew closer, the outdoor café once we arrived, going to the market or the bakery fo...
Our hosts in each place truly made our stay more memorable
It was fantastic. Our accommodation, rooms, facilities absolutely wonderful. Our hosts in each place truely made our stay more memorable, we could not fault the acco...
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we certainly would travel again with you and have already recommended you to various friends
Arriving early on the first day at Chateauneuf du Pape was a good introduction to reading the directions and also a great place to taste wines in the afternoon. At L...
Tour was excellent.
Tour was excellent. Particularly useful were the restaurant recommendations provided in the book as well as important sites to see. Everything was well organized and...
Fabulous time in Avignon, Uzes and St Remy.
Fabulous time in Avignon, Uzes and St Remy. Nadia made our short holiday magical and worry free. If you want to enjoy your holiday be it cycling or hiking get in tou...
It was an excellent experience, we could have gone on for couple of days
It was an excellent experience, we could have gone on for couple of days, maybe we could have extended to the Carmargue for an additional experience…next time! We wo...
Fantastic experience. Great support from the agency.
Sometimes road book was very specific. Some new roads not included. This meant a few deviations. Fantastic experience. Great support from the agency. We loved the ri...
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.
Travelstride features over 2,000 reviews on trips to France. You can sort reviews by highest, lowest, oldest and newest rated with further refinements by tour company.
Try starting with the highest rated reviews - they can be inspiring! Is it a trip to France or a multi-country trip that includes France? A river cruise or self powered by bike? A culinary or castle adventure? Just a quick scan of the review titles will get you on your way. They’ll also highlight some watch-outs; for example, how challenging it can be to ascend Mont Blanc.
Guides - Indeed, some guides are good but quirky, some rub people in their group the wrong way and in a few cases, are simply unqualified. As you’ll read in so many reviews though, the vast majority love their jobs and are eager to share their passion for the region, its history, culture, food, etc. Read the most recent reviews on the tour company and the trip you are going on.
Tour Company - Again, read the most recent reviews on the tour company. The majority of 1 and 2 star ratings are a few years old. They also tend to reflect experiences from just a few tour companies.
Reviewers are quick to point out if they felt the trip was “worth every penny” or just the opposite: the trip was not as advertised whether it was the food, accommodations, attractions or other aspects of their experience that lacked in quality. Make sure the company is responsive to all of your requests pre-trip as this will likely reflect their level of responsiveness during the trip.
Service Level - Tour company reviews will give you insight into service levels. Unexpected costs seemed to pop up often in poor reviews so ask your tour company if you should expect any.
Poor to no communication with the tour company whether pre-trip, during or post-trip was also mentioned in several of those rating at the 1 or 2 star level. Three star reviews are largely recommendations for the tour company and trip but they lack descriptives like: “trip of a lifetime,” “outstanding,” and “unforgettable.”
Itinerary - Some reviews commented on the itinerary being too packed. This was often the case in multi-country tours. If considering a walking tour, note that there is a high likelihood of different pace levels.
This can sometimes be a challenge, particularly if you prefer walking in a group and find yourself walking alone at a much slower or faster pace than the rest of the group.
A few reviewers, in fact, felt like they were in a military boot camp. If considering a hike in the mountainous regions of France these can be strenuous, so be honest when it comes to your level of fitness.
Accommodations - ask about the size of the rooms if this is important to you. By American standards, European accommodations can be cramped. In most cases, expect to pay more for larger rooms.
Early booking sometimes means better room allocation so this is something you may wish to consider/inquire about. Also, you may wish to confirm that accommodations are within reasonable distance to the sites and attractions on your itinerary. More budget minded trips might mean a bit more travel to and, or more basic accommodations.
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