Kimkim Trip Reviews

Our flight to Ireland was delayed by a day. Rachel rearranged everything for us so that although of course we were more rushed, we didn’t miss a thing. She was always available in country. Excellent service

Hotel Reviews

The Fleet

Dublin

very nice staff, good room, very pretty atmosphere! Breakfast was great. Good location

Authenticity & Character

Very pretty lobby and exterior

Location

Staff

Gave great recommendations and were very accomodating

Cleanliness & Comfort

Bayview Hotel

Bushmills

Beautiful views. Nicely appointed rooms

Authenticity & Character

Location

This is for people who want to be away with nice views. Fairly close to giants causeway

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Ballyseede Castle

Tralee

I think this is a great place for a wedding or if you want to get away and do nothing and sit on the lawn but not in the best shape

Authenticity & Character

It is a castle

Location

Staff

They weren’t very visible. Food staff was nice

Cleanliness & Comfort

Monks Inn & Famous Restaurant

Beautiful room with lovely room. Even had a washing machine which we took advantage of

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Just a bit of confusion at check

Cleanliness & Comfort

The Imperial Hotel

Cork

Great location. Nice rooms staff couldn’t have been more helpful

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room was nice but I hate separate hot and cold water taps

Activity Reviews

Black Cab Tour

Belfast

Joe was friendly, charming and extremely knowledgeable. A must do

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Dublin Walking Tour

Dublin

Sam was a great guide. Highly recommend him

Trip was well organized. Transit from Lisbon to Carvoeiro via coast & Sagres was good. Carvoeira hotel & location was great. Caves boat tour was spectacular . Monchique/Foia was not very interesting. Day trip to Silves & Lagos was great. Same local guide for most of the local tours - good guide & flexibility (e.g, changed Tavira walking tour to trip to Castro Marim & across border to Spain to Ayamonte). Rio Fomosa boat tour - would have done the shorter excursion option . The only issue was the transit from Tavira to Lisbon. The driver was one hour late, as he was given the wrong hotel location.

The trip plan app was great for providing information

Anna-Maria planned this trip thoughtfully from beginning to end. Every guide she selected was terrific-from our first tour guide in Zagreb (Josepa) to the kayak leader (Tony), as well as the people who led us on a food guide in Split, a bike tour of Hvar Island, and finally a historical tour of Dubrovnik, all were first class! Additionally, the drivers she coordinated were all friendly and professional. We saw so much of Croatia and covered a lot of ground in the ten days we were there, but it never felt rushed or like we were trying to pack too much in.

The hotels she selected were also comfortable, convenient, and just what was needed after a day of travel or sightseeing. They were all right in the middle of the action without being chaotic or noisy.

I had such a good time on this trip that I would like to go again, as I would see and learn new things again. I would book again with KimKim and Anna-Maria; it was truly a trip of a lifetime!

Hotel Reviews

Hilton Canopy

Zagreb

Convenient, modern, and well-maintained with many amenities not found in the older historical hotels (gym, transfer room with shower, full restaurant and bar). My favorite of the hotels we stayed in while in Croatia and a great place to stay in Zagreb!

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Plitvice Holiday Resort

Grabovac

The hotel was generally fine, but our room was not what I expected. One king bed was provided for my traveling buddy and me (we are not married), and the room was a bit small with a very small bathroom. The shower was so small that the temperature would scald or freeze me if I accidentally bumped into the faucet. It felt more like camping than staying in a hotel.

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Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Teatro Verdi Boutique Hotel

Zadar

Convenient hotel located in the heart of Zadar. Lots of character, with professional staff and a good restaurant on site. The room was lovely, and the bathroom was surprisingly large compared to some of the hotels we had stayed in. This was a charming place to spend the night in Zadar, and I would stay again if given the opportunity.

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Hotel Slavija

Split

Amazing historical hotel in the Diocletian palace. The bathroom was a little bit small, and the shower was a bit difficult to manage. However, the on-site restaurant and location made up for these slight inconveniences. The hotel had a lot of character to make for an enjoyable stay.

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Heritage Hotel Dea

Hvar

I loved staying in Hvar and this hotel added to the experience. The town was so lovely and warm, and this felt like being in a hidden Mediterranean villa with its location and open windows both in the room and the open courtyard of the hotel restaurant. The shower and toilet configuration were a bit awkward and the room got very wet from not having a shower door, but this was remedied with several towels. Breakfast was delicious, and the staff, while fairly incognito, were professional.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Lero

Dubrovnik

The location was terrific, but the hotel had a few quirks. The building was reasonably modern but did feel a bit dated. The shower was terrible, however--the shower door on the tub leaked like crazy, so the bathroom floor got wet during and after a shower, requiring several towels to mop up the mess. The hotel bar, pool, and restaurant were all nice amenities!

Authenticity & Character

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Private guided tour of Zagreb

Zagreb

The tour started with a glitch--we couldn't find our guide and were sent to the wrong location--but she stuck around for us and gave us a fantastic tour of the city. I learned so much and really enjoyed the insider's view of Zagreb. The tour was just the right length--we got to see the sights, and some hidden history and had time for a few recommendations for dinner--and then we were able to go on our way for the evening with plenty of time to spare. This tour guide was amazing--truly a global citizen and knowledgeable about Croatia and the world at large!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Kayaking Mreznica Canyon

Croatia

I was a little hesitant at first about the kayaking adventure (it wasn't clear what the skill level would be, and it seemed like we would go into a waterfall right away), but our guide Tony was so helpful and patient. He is knowledgeable about the area and truly loves his job. He was a top-notch outdoorsman. We had three other people on the kayaking trip with us which was a fun way to meet some other people and experience the beautiful Mreznica Canyon with other travelers.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Split food tour

Split

Seeing the farmers market and meeting the vendors was a real treat. I wouldn't have had the courage to go up and talk to vendors, but we got to learn about food production and what makes Croatia unique from an agricultural and culinary perspective. Our guide was warm and fun, and she took us through the Diocletian palace with some great stories of the history and culture. The food was also amazing--I enjoyed our lunch very much and feel like I got a good sample of Croatian dishes on this tour.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Cycling Tour around Ancient Pharos (Stari Grad)

Hvar

Our driver, the tour operator, and the cycling guide were all world-class! This was a highlight of the trip for me. I loved seeing the other side of Hvar Island, and especially loved being out on a bike, able to move faster than walking but not being in a car. I never felt unsafe on the roads, and I appreciated the new bike and helmet. I am an avid cyclist at home so this was not a terribly challenging ride, but we did see a lot of the island, experienced some of the small villages, and got so much perspective on things from our cycling guide. I have forgotten her name, but I do want to send along my thanks for being so hospitable and open. She was amazing!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik

This was probably the best tour I have ever been on. Our guide (whose name I have unfortunately forgotten) made it the best day. It was like walking with a friend as he took us around Dubrovnik, sharing stories, history, and, most importantly, his honest perspective and opinion. I appreciated how he could speak his mind but handled topics sensitively and appropriately (specifically, when speaking about the internal war in the 1990s). Dubrovnik might be my favorite place in Croatia because of its beauty and history. Learning about it added richness and depth to the trip, and I 100% attribute this to the guide. He was a 10/10!

Quality of Experience

Food

Our guide's food recommendation for lunch was amazing. I would have never gone to that restaurant, but it was such a treat!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Probably the best tour guide I've ever met. He was top notch!

Transport

This was an amazing trip for my family and me. Chris listened and learned about our style of travel and what we wanted to do in Crete and Santorini. His ability to communicate and execute our trip plans was spot on. There was not one hitch in our trip arrangements. From transfers to drivers and ferry travel Chris and Kim Kim had us covered. I have traveled to many different countries and have had a variety of trip arrangements along the way. I can honestly say that Chris and the team is as good as it gets. Relax…enjoy…..and trust the Kim Kim team.

Hotel Reviews

Lithies Traditional Homes

Thíra

Lithies Home was a wonderful location for walking all over Santorini. The staff was kind and very accommodating to any requests we had during our stay. Our home was spotless and breakfast was just wonderful and abundant.

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Alcanea Boutique Hotel Chania

Chania Town

The staff at this hotel was wonderful and went out of there way to make everything perfect for us.

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Activity Review

Private Excursion to Zeus Cave & Lasithi Plateau

Heraklion

This was ok but not as beneficial as other activities. Our guide with this activity was not very active with explaining The history of the cave.

Quality of Experience

The guide

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Camila was fantastic! She set up everything for us from beginning to end. She asked us for the type of trip we wanted and set up all of our tours, hotels, and guides. When we arrived in Bolivia, we had our driver, Gonzalo, waiting for us. He stayed with us throughout our time in La Paz and was absolutely amazing! We also had an English speaking guide, Juan, who showed us Tiwanaku. Then our time in Uyuni was incredible. Omar and Alvaro were awesome! We spent 3 days exploring the salt flats and desert with them before returning to La Paz. I would 10/10 recommend Camila, KimKim, and all of the guides on this tour. It was executed to perfection and I can’t wait to do another country with KimKim!!

Had a wonderful time exploring Morocco, as organized by Abdellah, our local specialist. Through the planning process, he was very responsive, and was able to personalize our trip according to the changes I wanted.

Reda, our private driver, was the cool, calm and steady trip leader on our 9 night journey through the country. We were always happy to see him when he gathered us in the mornings for our daily drive. He had great recommendations, but also was very agreeable if we decided we didn't want to do something. "As you like" is quite a common phrase we heard, which eased us in having an even more relaxed time.

You do spend a lot of time in the car, which we understood when planning, but that part of the trip does get old after several days.

Our trip was lovely. Our guides, Diego (Bilbao to Guernika, San Sebastian) and Juan (to Pamplona) , were outstanding. Our driver from San Sebastian back to Bilbao was also great. The walking food tour we took with Carlos (Devour) on Wednesday was fun and informative. He was also a wonderful guide. Even though it rained almost every day, we enjoyed every minute of our trip. The drives along the coast with stops at villages and sites were stunning. We learned a lot at our itinerary destinations of Guernika and Pamplona and points in between. Of course, the Guggenheim was breathtaking, and the food was absolutely delicious everywhere! People were friendly and helpful throughout our trip. We leave beautiful Basque country with fond memories and a promise to return.

Loved having all the transfers taken care of! Loved the hotel on Santorini! All the guides scheduled for us were prompt, knowledgeable, and personable.

Hotel Reviews

Amalia Hotel Athens

Athens

Pros: good location, good breakfast spread Cons: typical European hotel room (and bathroom), which means fine but small and nothing special

Ippokampos Beachfront Hotel

Naxos

Pros: great beach access, wonderful and very hard-working staff, good food Cons: they charge hotel guests for the beach chairs, small rooms

Belvedere Suites Santorini

Santorini

Many of the hotels with caldera views are open to the path that everyone walks on. (If you have been to NYC, imagine living on the high line.) This hotel was situated in a way that made it very private. It was also just lovely, and in a great location.

Activity Reviews

Athens e-bike tour

Athens

We all enjoyed this, and it kept us awake on our arrival day. The one thing that was odd was that Chris scheduled a tour guide to collect us at our hotel and walk us a few blocks to the bike shop (where another guide took over) and back to our hotel at the end. He was a nice guy but it seemed superfluous.

Acropolis & Flavors Combo Tour

Athens

Excellent guide, and we were all stuffed when the tour was over!

Naxian Cooking Experience

Naxos

This was very fun. They were very accommodating of the fact that two people in our group wanted meat and two don't eat meat.

Cycling in enchanting landscapes of Naxos

Naxos

This was not as good as the Athens bike tour. To be fair, the weather wasn't great and one road that they apparently always use was closed for repairs. Still, I found it odd when the guide said he only plans on riding about half the scheduled time. For his trips that go to wine tastings that makes sense, but we weren't doing that. We stopped at a cafe and had a drink, which was fine, but unnecessary.

All Time Classic Santorini

Santorini

Very informative guide, and the day was interesting. The end was a waste though. If they are going to offer a "sunset cocktail" they should pick a location with a good sunset view. We were in a charming restaurant, but it was not a sunset viewing spot.

Platinum Morning Caldera Cruise

Santorini

I'm sure it would have been "amazing" if the water had been warmer. As it was, we had several long-ish stops for swimming but nobody went in the water for more than 10 minutes. It would have been nicer to keep moving I think. Great lunch and very nice crew.

Our trip with Himalayan Kingdom Expeditions was amazing from beginning (a six-day cultural tour with acclimatizing day hikes) to end (a seven-day trek). Vishal and guides, Tek and Ngawang, were consummate hosts. Planning was thorough and efficient. Guides were knowledgable and clear when sharing information about Bhutanese history, Buddhist history and customs, natural history, and adept at organizing, executing, and adjusting to conditions while trekking (mainly due to weather and altitude, but also because our group occasionally chose to linger at a location or site longer than planned).
Before departing for Bhutan, I was looking forward most to the Jomolhari Trek that we'd arranged with Vishal, and this did turn out to meet and exceed expectations for adventure and experiencing a remote cultural landscape, but I also got so much more out of the time we spent around Paro, Punakha, and Thimphu than I'd imagined that I would. The temples, monasteries and related Buddhist sites and traditional workshops were profound, magical, and made even fuller by the background and context provided by Tek and Ngawang.
Not being a guided expedition person by nature, I was concerned about being "fussed over" to the point of having the service interfere with my experience of the place that I was visiting, but my experience with Himalayan Kingdom contradicted all of my preconceptions of what this might be like. Interactions with Tek and Ngawang were easy from day one. Their calm, kind, and informative approach to hosting created camaraderie and by the end of the trip I was sad to have to say goodbye to good friends. I have only positive things to say about Vishal and Himalayan Kingdom Expeditions and about the wonderful travel experience that I had because of them!

What a phenomenal, exciting, beautiful, romantic, and memorable adventure!

I still marvel at Nikos' ability to plan the perfect and unique experience for us. At every turn, he asked the right questions to create so many of these special little moments for us all throughout this incredible country. There is no way we could have planned something so thoughtful and authentically Greek on our own.

He planned every little detail so all we had to do was follow his itinerary to be constantly delighted and amazed by what he had in store for us. By the end, we kept laughing at the absurdity of how magical it all was and we'd say to each other, "Of course, this is happening. Nikos planned it."

I started to write out our favorite experiences, but genuinely, I would have listed every single thing we did on our trip.

Here's the point: If you want to go to Greece, work with Nikos. Tell him about you and your travel partners, your budget, and what makes a trip exciting/memorable/desirable and then trust Nikos. He'll plan things you would never find in a tour book and you'll wind up with the most beautifully unique trip. Seriously.

Hotel Review

Daphne's Club Hotel & Apartments

Xylokastro

Daphne has created the perfect little oasis on the Corinthian Gulf in Greece. She has everything you need and lots more than you didn't even know you needed — like the most beautiful and delicious breakfast buffet in all of Greece.

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Activity Review

Santorini Sailing Cruise & meal on Board

Santorini

This was downright magical. By this point in the trip, we were a little tired, and having 5 hours of lying on a sailboat, drinking wine, and eating a fabulous meal was exactly what we needed. Also, Cosmos was fabulous. He told great stories, taught us the history of the Santorini Caldera, and looked like the perfect handsome sailor.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

We had awesome assistance every step of the planning and implementation of our trip to Madrid and Barcelona.
The local guides were super. Margit with Walk and eat in Madrid was terrific! Carmen in Madrid was great! Mar in Barcelona was unbelievable! Patricia with YourTripToSpainAndPortugal was so fantastic and available for all our questions before and during the trip!
I would totally recommend going to Spain with the local guides and helpers!

Hotel Reviews

Pestana Plaza Mayor Madrid

Madrid

Super, great place to stay. They were so helpful and friendly yet so professional as well. Loved our room for the three of us and the breakfast was so nice.

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Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Loved every aspect of the hotel!

H10 Art Gallery

Barcelona

Good location. Very accommodating and went out of their way for our needs.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

All nice but the elevator was an issue so we took the stairs most of the time...good exercise!

Activity Reviews

Barcelona private guided walking tour of the Gothic quarter & Picasso Museum

Barcelona

Carmen was awesome.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

prompt

Transport

on time and helpful

Barcelona private guided tour of Gaudi masterpieces: Guell Park and "Sagrada Familia" Cathedral.

Barcelona

Cannot begin to explain the beauty and creativity

Quality of Experience

sites!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

answered questions honestly and helpfully

Transport

explained details

Sunset Sailing in Barcelona

Barcelona

The perfect, relaxing end to a few busy days.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Boqueria market guided tour + cooking workshop

Barcelona

Such a fun activity with the best chef and guide! We were a little apprehensive about who the other "cooks" in the workshop would be, but everyone from many walks of life and countries was courteous and such good company for our cooking and dining experience.

Quality of Experience

The chef was super!

Food

CHOCOLATE! but the other food was nice, too

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Evening Wine and Tapas Experience in Malasaña quarter

Madrid

Margit was so great to share with us the area, history and explain all about tapas and the pork i Spain.

Quality of Experience

Margit's personality was so sincere and welcoming.

Food

Really delicious and Margit's explanation of each dish was wonderful and enlightening.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

!!

Transport

Private guided tour of the Habsburgs' Quarter & Royal Palace

Madrid

Carmen did not leave out a single site or explanation of all the history surrounding the areas we walked. Never boring, though, and answered our "why" questions. She is a wonderful people person.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Zala was invaluable in planning and executing our travel in Germany and Austria. Truly an amazing job.

I recently had the incredible opportunity to embark on a trekking adventure with Himalayan Kingdom Expeditions, and I must say that it was an experience of a lifetime. From the moment we arrived until our final farewell, Vashal and his team provided us with exceptional care, professionalism, and a genuine passion for what they do.

The trekking itinerary crafted by Himalayan Kingdom Expeditions was perfectly balanced, offering breathtaking views, challenging treks, and insightful cultural experiences. Our guides, led by Tik, our primary guide, and Ngawang, our driver, possessed an extensive knowledge of the region and were adept at tailoring the journey to our group's capabilities and interests.

Throughout the trek, safety was always a top priority. The guides were well-equipped with first aid supplies, emergency communication devices, and a wealth of experience in handling various situations. Their expertise and attention to detail put our minds at ease, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the natural beauty surrounding us.

What truly sets Himalayan Kingdom Expeditions apart, however, is the warmth and hospitality of Vashal and his team. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction at every step of the journey. From arranging top-notch accommodations in picturesque locations to providing deliciously freshly prepared meals in incredible settings, their dedication to creating an unparalleled experience was remarkable.

Vashal's team was not only professional but also incredibly friendly and approachable. Their enthusiasm for the region and its culture was infectious, as they shared amazing stories and insights along the way. It felt like we were trekking with friends rather than guides, creating a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the entire trip.

In sum, my trekking adventure with Himalayan Kingdom Expeditions surpassed all expectations. Vashal and his team's impeccable service, genuine care, and expertise made this journey unforgettable. If you're seeking a remarkable trekking experience that combines breathtaking landscapes, cultural immersion, and outstanding hospitality, I wholeheartedly recommend Himalayan Kingdom Expeditions. They are the epitome of excellence in the realm of adventure travel.

Thank you, Vashal, and the entire team for creating memories that will last a lifetime.

In a nutshell, it was a phenomenal trip from start to finish. Sarah did a marvelous job working with me in the pre-planning stages and putting together what promised to be an active holiday that covered a lot of ground, and once we arrived in Croatia, Sarah and Ivan were in regular contact with us to make sure things were going well. Their accessibility and immediate response time was impressive, to say the least. It's difficult to fully convey how prompt, professional, courteous and engaging the drivers and guides were, but we are grateful to our drivers (Ivo and Zoran), our kayak guides (Eddie and T), our speedboat skipper (Ivo), and our bike tour guides (Joseph and Joke) for ensuring we had a truly memorable vacation in a very special part of the world.

Activity Reviews

Dubrovnik Kayaking Adventure

Dubrovnik

I had a great time during the Dubrovnik Kayaking Adventure. The weather was good, and the water was refreshing, even though it was a bit early in the season. I got some awesome pictures, and the experience was very enjoyable. I highly recommend this activity.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Private Boating Excursion to the Elaphiti Islands

Dubrovnik

The all-day boat tour to the Elaphiti Islands was exceptional. Our boat captain, a Croatian Navy Seal, was an excellent guide. The owner of the company personally came to our hotel and picked us up for the tour. Overall, it was a fantastic and personalized experience that I would love to do again.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Hvar - Island Bike Tour with Local Food and Drink Tastings

Croatia

This was one of the most special excursions of the trip. We rode on brand new e-bikes with fantastic local guides. At the end of the tour, we went back to the owner's tasting room for a wonderful wine and cheese tasting. It was an amazing, personalized experience that I would highly recommend to others.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Pakleni Islands Kayak Tour

Croatia

The Pakleni Islands Kayak Tour was a great experience. The owner of the kayaking company personally greeted us after the tour, and we were their first customers of the season. The tour was enjoyable, and the scenery was beautiful. I would definitely recommend this activity.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Biking Tour of Split & Marjan Hill

Split

The Biking Tour of Split & Marjan Hill was fantastic. We had private guides who spent hours with us, showing us the beautiful sights of Split. There was a small mix-up with the meeting location, but it was quickly resolved, and we had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Day trip to Ljubljana including a biking tour of the city

Zagreb

Our day trip to Ljubljana was a memorable experience. We had a small group bike tour with a great guide, and we covered a lot of ground that we wouldn't have been able to on foot. The weather was colder than expected, but we still enjoyed exploring the picturesque European town. I would definitely recommend this day trip and biking tour.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Thanos did a perfect job organizing a trip to Greece for my husband, my in-laws and myself! I wanted a smooth trip and felt too overwhelmed to plan it myself. We went to Athens, Naxos and Santorini. Everything went so smoothly and I'm very grateful! Thanos was easily accessible and just knowing he was there if we needed anything took all the stress out of the trip. He even met us for a drink in Athens, introducing us to a rooftop bar with a fantastic view of the Acropolis. He arranged tours based on our interests with knowledgeable guides which added so much to our enjoyment of Greece. All of the transfer drivers to ferries and airports were on time and professional. What a relief to have everything planned and just show up where you're supposed to be! Everyone we dealt with was kind and efficient. The planning stage was fun and Thanos was quick to respond even given the time difference. This is definitely the way to go for a hassle free trip, and I found the price to be reasonable as Thanos worked to fit our budget. We even met a fellow Kimkim traveler, also thrilled with her experience in Greece. I will definitely use Kimkim again and am already looking forward to planning my next trip! Thank you, Thanos!!

Hotel Reviews

Antony Suites

Naxos

For me, this was a stand out place to stay. Absolutely spotless with all amenities. Adorable, great location, super nice staff, delicious breakfast baskets!

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful room, comfy, quiet, charming little balcony!

Location

Walk to beach, to old town, to restaurants. Quiet and charming!

Staff

So so nice!! Very caring for our comfort.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Perfection!

Blue Dolphins Apartments & Suites

Firostefani, Santorini

Beautiful setting, excellent (big!) breakfast, great service. Just don't reserve the Canava suite. Too dark and a foul smell. The other rooms look great, and my in laws had a gorgeous Romantic room.

Authenticity & Character

Location

View of the Caldera is incredible.

Staff

Very responsive.

Cleanliness & Comfort

As stated, Canava suite needs some sprucing up and a solution to the smell. Other rooms are amazing!

Blend Hotel Athens

Athens

We did a basic room which had all that we needed. Maria at the front desk was great, giving us recommendations and she was very friendly and kind.

Authenticity & Character

Clean, everything worked, no complaints!

Location

Walked to everything. Perfect location.

Staff

Maria was wonderful.

Cleanliness & Comfort

All good!

Activity Reviews

Santorini Wine Roads

Santorini

We had a great time with our fellow tourists. I already loved Santorini wine, but learning about the production was so interesting. Elsa knew her wine and was a great guide!

Quality of Experience

The delicious wine phenomenal and we loved talking to everyone!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Elsa was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable and kind.

Transport

Platinum Sunset Caldera Cruise

Santorini

Our last tour, this was a highlight of the trip! Although it was chilly when we went it did not detract from the experience. We had a great friendly group of people, and the views were just fantastic!

Quality of Experience

The boat was beautiful, new looking and safe. Seeing Santorini from the water was a fabulous experience. Highly recommend!

Food

Very good! Everything I had I enjoyed. They prepared a vegetarian plate for me.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Yannis and Rafaela did a great job explaining all that we saw and provided a very delicious meal!

Transport

Friendly driver, Demetrius!

Acropolis & Flavors Combo Tour

Athens

To have a guide at the Acropolis made the experience so much more interesting. Alexandra was knowledgeable and kind. And the food! Delicious and plentiful.

Quality of Experience

Learning about what we saw from a knowledgeable professional was very helpful

Food

Greek coffee, olives, cheese, all of it delicious!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Naxos Old Town, Castle & Portara Sunset Walk

Naxos

Loved this tour with Katia. Old town is quaint and beautiful but knowing the history made the experience so much more meaningful. Katia was great!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Greek people are kind and friendly and love their country. Katia was wonderful.

Transport

We walked!

Chewang was easy and efficient to work with. He listened to what we wanted and booked exactly the type of trip and experiences we were looking for - a mix of city/culture, trekking, nature, and some down time. He is the coordinator who meets/greets you throughout the trip to ensure everything is going great. He set us up with 2 excellent guides - one for the city tours who was an expert in the history, culture, etc., and one for the light trekking. If we return to Nepal to do more trekking, I would definitely use Chewang and request the same guides. He kept our schedule flexible so we only booked the helicopter to Everest the night before to ensure the weather would be ok. In speaking to several others who were recently in Nepal - their tours were very fixed and they spent the money on the helicopter without ever seeing Everest. Would definitely recommend Chewang and his guides.

Mera Peak trek - April/May 2023
From first to last Erin, Raj and Tendu ensured we had the experience of a lifetime.
Look no further if you are looking to explore Nepal. Our trip was perfect in every way.

We used your service because we were very satisfied last time. everything ticked and the whole experience was great.
This time the experience was very different.
The service was less available, less informative, less proactive. And was replaced in the middle of the planning by another representative whose felt inexperienced and unprofessional, she received our questions in a completely incorrect way and even considered canceling (!) the entire planning.
My husband used the service to save time and headache, and none of this happened - on the contrary, he felt uncomfortable throughout the entire planning process in front of you, and each time encountered availability and access problems of the service providers.
During the trip itself we were surprised to find that there were holes that were not addressed or were not told to us.
Part of the reason to use the trip planning and the locals is to get information if the planning is good or not and this is something we felt we should ask everything specifically - instead of feeling that we are taken care of and that we can trust you.
We were very disappointed with the service and realized that next time we will probably skip it.

We had a 5 star service from Pedro and the team of tour guides and drivers he put together for us. The response on our questions were fast and accommodating. The itinerary was a perfect balance of culture , gastronomy , sights and introduction of Portuguese history. We were never felt rushed. The hotel selection was awesome and the upgrade that Pedro facilitated for us was very much appreciated. Our tour with Gui in Lisbon was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, informative and definitely proud of his Portuguese heritage. Our winery tasting and lunch in Douro Valley was comparable to a Michelin star restaurant. Andre in Porto gave us a good insight into local cuisine and wines. Our transfers were effortless and easy. With Peña palace staff striking the day we were to visit, Pedro came up with an alternative in matter or minutes and we were quickly rerouted.

Hotel Reviews

Porto Royal Bridges Hotel

Porto

Location , location! This hotel was perfectly located for us as we had a quick access to the river, restaurants snd shops. The room was stylish and adequate. The staff was very attentive . The breakfast was delicious.

Authenticity & Character

Modern and stylish

Location

Proximity to downtown, attractions

Staff

Top notch and attentive

Cleanliness & Comfort

Firm bed and super comfy

HF Fénix Lisboa

Lisbon

Super great location and access to downtown and all the neighborhoods. Busy location than Porto. We had an eight floor room with incredible views! Very spacious and roomy. Bed was super comfortable and got a good nights sleep!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Proximity to attractions and downtown

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Exploring Porto's Rich History on an Exclusive Gastronomic Tour Through Time

Porto

Nice introduction in Porto, wine , food and culture

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very courteous, and also shared recommendations and history

Transport

Very courteous, informative and shared historical information

The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover

Porto

Nice cave tour and tasty wines.. cheese board was amazing

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service

Portugal

The beautiful and stunning Douro valley floored us! We had an incredible wine tasting, tour and lunch.. this was an excellent choice by Pedro. Boat ride was ok. Not much different scenery from boat.. would have skipped that had we known

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very polite and knowledgeable about the area. Prompt and knew the picture stops on the way

Transport

Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch

Portugal

Amazing winery and views. Excellent setting among the vineyards. Lunch was well presented and yummy. Tour was informative and staff was very friendly. Did not feel rushed.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat

Portugal

Slow boat ride with nothing much of a different view. Would skip in future.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Private Historic Odyssey Walking Tour of Lisbon

Lisbon

This was one of the best walking tours we have taken! Gui was very informative and shared his culture, history in a fun way. He had numerous stops on the way.. pointed out souvenir stops. The hours flew by and we were sad to be done with the tour. He answered our curious questions and made sure his talk was engaging us!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service

Portugal

Peña palace officials were striking the day.. so we ended up going to another palace which got crowded soon. But amazing gardens , caves and mystery routes

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

We had a wonderful time touring Croatia. Nikola made sure we knew what was going on each day and was a great help when our flight was delayed and adjustments had to be made. He made great suggestions for restaurants as well. Our guide in Split, Ivana was a wealth of knowledge and had a great sense of humor which made the tour that much better. Our driver Alex was also a highlight of our trip, answering many questions. Marco and Luka from Makarun Hertitage Rooms in Split were great as well and we’ll go back just to stay with them again. I can’t say enough good things about their kindness, the rooms and their restaurant! Last but not least, Natalija at Villa Nora in Hvar was kind with suggestions on what to do and see!