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Martin Randall Travel by Alfred , 7 May 2016
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We travelled to Paris and eastern Normandy (Rouen, Giverny, Auvers, Honfleur, Le Havre), concentrating on the Impressionist painters, and had a superb time.

Every day of the holiday was wonderful. We spent four nights in Rouen and one in Paris, and from both places we travelled by bus to museums and galleries with exhibitions of Impressionist paintings (by, among many others, Monet, Manet, Renoir, Boudin, Pisarro, Caillebotte and Morisot) and to places associated with the Impressionists, such as Monet's house and gardens in Giverny; the tiny room where Van Gogh lived in Auvers, as well as the church ...

Every day of the holiday was wonderful. We spent four nights in Rouen and one in Paris, and from both places we travelled by bus to museums and galleries with exhibitions of Impressionist paintings (by, among many others, Monet, Manet, Renoir, Boudin, Pisarro, Caillebotte and Morisot) and to places associated with the Impressionists, such as Monet's house and gardens in Giverny; the tiny room where Van Gogh lived in Auvers, as well as the church he painted there and the graveyard where he and his brother are buried; and the well-known rock formation at Etretat that appears in paintings by Monet. In Paris, we visited the Musee d'Orsay and l'Orangerie. All in all, a perfect holiday.

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Everything was perfectly organised, from our online booking to our return to St Pancras on Eurostar. The tour guide and the tour manager worked wonderfully together, and made sure that all went smoothly. The day trips were most interesting, the bus travel was very good, and the meals were delicious. My wife and I were spoiled rotten, in fact. This was our fifth tour with MRT, and it will certainly not be our last. In future, we shall always travel with MRT,

The Cathedrals of England by Ness, 29 Apr 2016
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Cathedrals Tour of England with Martin Randall

This is a brilliant tour for those interested in art, architecture and history of the medieval period. The lecturer (Jon Cannon) was superb, and I now have a new understanding and appreciation of the cathedrals of England. The tour manager was attentive and well organised making sure that all members of the tour were cared for.

This is a brilliant tour for those interested in art, architecture and history of the medieval period. The lecturer (Jon Cannon) was superb, and I now have a new understanding and appreciation of the cathedrals of England. The tour manager was attentive and well organised making sure that all members of the tour were cared for.

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They deliver what they promise and offer excellent value for money. I shall be booking more Martin Randall tours in the future.

Martin Randall Travel by Mandy, 28 Apr 2016
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Superb gardens matched y a superlative travel experience

The bright Spring weather provided the perfect backdrop for showing the Gardens of the Italian Lakes at their colourful best. The tour guide had a comprehensive knowledge of the gardens and villas and the background history in broad sweep and in specifics which was dleivered in an accessible way. The size of the group provided variety without feeling like a mob. Fabulous food, professional transport and some gorgeous accommodation capped this ...

The bright Spring weather provided the perfect backdrop for showing the Gardens of the Italian Lakes at their colourful best. The tour guide had a comprehensive knowledge of the gardens and villas and the background history in broad sweep and in specifics which was dleivered in an accessible way. The size of the group provided variety without feeling like a mob. Fabulous food, professional transport and some gorgeous accommodation capped this off as a thoroughly delightful week. We lead the fortunate life!

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Professional, efficient, friendly, knowledge

Martin Randall Travel by Monica, 27 Apr 2016
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Excellent overview of Italian lake villas and gardens

Martin Randall's Italian lakes and villas tour is led by a knowledgeable and experienced guide with a nhelpful administrative assistant. The group is limited to 22 and we were taken by boat and on foot around bellagio and the borromeo islands on lake Maggiore. The tour is 6 days long which is just the right duration.

Martin Randall's Italian lakes and villas tour is led by a knowledgeable and experienced guide with a nhelpful administrative assistant. The group is limited to 22 and we were taken by boat and on foot around bellagio and the borromeo islands on lake Maggiore. The tour is 6 days long which is just the right duration.

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Very good attention to detail with careful planning. The one Monday in the tour was a public holiday which led to crowds and part of the group missing the boat. Other than this everything ran very smoothly and the gardens were in bloom and the lecturer increased our knowledge of history and horticulture.

Martin Randall Travel by Rameh, 20 Apr 2016
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Gardens of the Riviera

Superb itinerary and lecturer. Menton was a lovely base for the trip.

Superb itinerary and lecturer. Menton was a lovely base for the trip.

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Martin Randall is an excellent tour operator. Everything is very well organised and efficient.

Martin Randall Travel by Happy traveller, 25 Mar 2016
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Amazing India

The tour titled "Essential India" introduced us to an in depth experience of some of the most interesting places in India. In this regard the curation was excellent and with a quality lecturer made a memorable experience. Provided the opportunity to connect with a civilisation going back thousands of years. Never to be forgotten

The tour titled "Essential India" introduced us to an in depth experience of some of the most interesting places in India. In this regard the curation was excellent and with a quality lecturer made a memorable experience. Provided the opportunity to connect with a civilisation going back thousands of years. Never to be forgotten

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Martin Randall Travel did everything and more that could be expected of a tour operator. An experienced manager who dealt with everything and supplemented by local guides ensured we had the best experience possible.

Martin Randall Travel by Adam, 20 Mar 2016
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ART IN MADRID

A comprehensive tour of Spanish art in Madrid, with an emphasis on Goya.

A comprehensive tour of Spanish art in Madrid, with an emphasis on Goya.

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The trip was arranged with them over the phone from my residence in the US and their offices in the UK. The staff was courteous, efficient and very well informed. They looked to all my concerns and made the entire experience very pleasant. The registration was simple, the pre-trip information extensive and very helpful. The tour manager was very efficient and capable. The Lecturer was highly competent and engaging. The other tour guests were great fun. The accommodations were exceptionally well planned, and I enjoyed it so much I extended my stay. It is THE finest tour I've taken with any company in the past 30 years. While it was my first Martin Randall Travel experience I am certain it will not be my last.

Martin Randall Travel responded to this review on 21 Mar 2016:

We are delighted that you enjoyed your first MRT experience, Mr Stolpen, and look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon. With best wishes, MRT.

Martin Randall Travel by George, 14 Mar 2016
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Very rewarding short visit to Sicily.

Excellent site seeing and guides, jolly company.

Excellent site seeing and guides, jolly company.

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Vet well known and good company.

Martin Randall Travel by Judeyo, 10 Mar 2016
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A stunning day in London with fascinating lectures in the glorious setting of the Tower of London

I had a Martin Randall day in London. It was a day of lectures, music and refreshments . It was a wonderful day ! The location was the Tower of London - how wonderful is that ! The lectures were diverse, informative and fascinating delivered by very polished professional speakers who are all eminent in their fields . We could not have enjoyed ourselves more !

I had a Martin Randall day in London. It was a day of lectures, music and refreshments . It was a wonderful day ! The location was the Tower of London - how wonderful is that ! The lectures were diverse, informative and fascinating delivered by very polished professional speakers who are all eminent in their fields . We could not have enjoyed ourselves more !

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Maryin Randall are a highly specialised tour operator delivering wonderful diverse first class holidays that are so completely different from any other experience.

Martin Randall Travel by Romany, 10 Mar 2016
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A tour of the best of Rome

A short tour led by an expert art historian makes an ideal introduction to the glories of Rome.

A short tour led by an expert art historian makes an ideal introduction to the glories of Rome.

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Martin Randall Travel is a high-class company offering well-researched and comfortable tours of culture.