Experience Travel Group Traveller Reviews

We had been wanting to go to Myanmar for some time and when we eventually went, I was worried that it might be a let down - but it wasn't! We started in Mandalay, which was lovely, then moved on to Bagan which was truly amazing and then onto Inle Lake which was stunning! Everything exceeded our expectations so then having a few days on the beach to chill was great and even then the beach was so beautiful. Our last stop was Yangon and we doubted that could match the others and although it was a city and dirtier thatn the other places we had been it had a character all of its own and we had a great time there in spite of the heavy rain. All the people we met both locally and the guides and drivers were so friendly that it was indeed the trip of a lifetime.

This was the first time that we had used Experience Travel and we were very pleased with them. They really listened to what we wanted out of our holiday which included more local experiences and included a walk through a village and some food related activities such as a cookery class locally. They worked hard prior to our departure to get the hotels that we wanted and were contactable over the weekend when we discovered a problem with our visa just before our departure. This, combined with all the amazing sights of Myanmar and excellent guides and ground arrangement made a wonderful holiday.

We had the most amazing holiday in Vietnam. The itinerary had been well planned and was efficiently carried out. The hotels and boats, without exception, were all clean and comfortable with the most delicious buffet spreads for breakfast. The transportation was efficient,clean and comfortable. The knowledgeable guides spoke good English and could not do enough for us. The scenery was varied and breath taking at times and the history fascinating, although a little harrowing. The food was so tasty that I have even bought a cookery book! The weather was kind to us too. Brilliant! The best trip was the Vesper tour at night in Saigon...........crazy but so much fun.

We chose Experience Travel Group to book this trip for us on a recommendation from friends who had had a brilliant stress free holiday in Vietnam. The operator who helped us plan our trip was very patient with us and not at all pushy. She had first hand recent knowledge of Vietnam which was invaluable when selecting our route, choosing our hotels and excursions. I would definitely recommend this company to anybody who wishes to travel to this part of the world without any hesitation.

A friend's wedding in Thailand followed by travel through Laos and Cambodia

Put together an itinery that let us see these countries in detail in comfort and at a reasonable price

A two week introuductory tour of rural Cambodia and South Vietnam without getting 'templed out'.

A tour operator that listened to what we wanted as aopposed to what they wanted to sell us.The experience of the consultant then became evident as we built the trip together.I consider this is the difference of what we pay a specialist operator for.

We spent 14 days travelling around Sri Lanka sampling the cornucopia of experiences on offer in this beautiful island from white water rafting in the tropical rain forest, to a train trip through the tea plantations. From lazing on a deserted golden beach to overnight safari in search of leopards and bears. The people are so welcoming and the service in all hotels was outstanding.

Experience Travel took the trouble to get to know us and as a result picked the perfect hotels and experiences to match our requirements. It was a comforting feeling to know that if we had encountered any problems we could speak to Nick in London very easily and he would resolve the issue. The local team were extremely helpful in transporting our unaccompanied 15 year old daughter to join us late in our holiday.

We visited Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Burma (Myanmar). Great holiday - a fascinating and vibrant part of the world, which we had not visited, except for Thailand thirty years ago. A very enjoyable time.

Experience Travel helped us choose an interesting and varied itinerary, and ensured that the arrangements ran smoothly and successfully. We would definitely recommend them.

Just back from Myanmar which we havel loved for the whole three weeks. Every recommendation from David Gookey worked extremely well. Our guides in Myanmar were all very good and three out of four exceptional.

Excellent knowledge of where to go, what to do and where to stay. Programme devised to give a good mix of leisure time and sightseeing. Arrangements for my wife's birthday very good at Lake Inle

We have just returned from a wonderful holiday in Sri Lanka arranged by and through Experience travel. It was impeccably organised,matching our requirements and expectations and wonderfully guided by our local driver/guide. The recommended hotels came up to scratch in all respects and the entire experience demonstrated Experience's savoir faire (to avoid a third use of experience in nearly as many words!)

Experience Travel - well organised, knowledgeable, friendly informal and well supported on the ground in country - quality in action

We had our thoughts on what we wanted to do and it exceeded our expections thankyou for a truly magnifcent holiday.

Provided us with everything we wanted and more.

Together with Experience travel we put together a very varied itinerary to tour some of the less visited areas of Sri Lanka. It was a great success all round.

Experience Travel were very knowledgeable about Sri Lanka and the individual hotels we chose