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Another perfect adventure!
"My wife and I have used them twice for travel to Asia. In 2018, they arranged a private tour (me, my wife, a local guide, and driver) for 25 days in Vietnam (Hanoi...
Fantastic Trip Organizer
Hoa at Exotic Voyages worked closely with us (I'm sure over 100 emails!!) for our 12 day trip to SiemReap, Luang Prabang, Hanoi and Saigon. All arrangements worked s...
Fantastic Trip Organizer
"Hoa at Exotic Voyages worked closely with us (I'm sure over 100 emails!!) for our 12 day trip to SiemReap, Luang Prabang, Hanoi and Saigon. All arrangements worked ...
Working with Exotic Voyages is a no-brainer.
My friend did a solo trip in 2018 and raved about his experience. I asked to tag along on the next one. I am so happy I did. Phuong Anh with Exotic Voyages is a supe...
I’m already planning my next trip back
I stumbled upon Exotic Voyages in 2018 when planning my solo trip to South Asia. They delivered an amazing experience that stuck with me. I was so impressed by Exoti...
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Working with Exotic Voyages is a no-brainer.
My friend did a solo trip in 2018 and raved about his experience. I asked to tag along on the next one. I am so happy I did. Phuong Anh with Exotic Voyages is a supe...
I’m already planning my next trip back
"I stumbled upon Exotic Voyages in 2018 when planning my solo trip to South Asia. They delivered an amazing experience that stuck with me. I was so impressed by Exot...
EXOTIC VOYAGES DELIVERS - METICULOUS SERVICE, COUNTRY SPECIALISTS, PATIENCE, WARMTH, GOING THE EXTRA MILE!!
"I am a traveller who does meticulous research when planning any vacation - I also prefer to book some aspects of the trip on my own. Attending a wedding in Bangkok ...
EXOTIC VOYAGES DELIVERS - METICULOUS SERVICE, COUNTRY SPECIALISTS, PATIENCE, WARMTH, GOING THE EXTRA MILE!!
"I am a traveller who does meticulous research when planning any vacation - I also prefer to book some aspects of the trip on my own. Attending a wedding in Bangkok ...
Full Service Trip Planning EXCELLECE
"We were gifted several days in Vietnam with Exotic Voyages as part of our honeymoon travels through SE Asia and couldn't have been more pleased with the entire expe...
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Full Service Trip Planning EXCELLECE
"We were gifted several days in Vietnam with Exotic Voyages as part of our honeymoon travels through SE Asia and couldn't have been more pleased with the entire expe...
I will use Exotic Voyages again.
"We used Exotic Voyages for our 3 week trip. Annie made it organized and easy from the very beginning. She worked with me to develop and tweak many itineraries. All ...
AMAZING from start to finish!
"It was such a pleasure to work with Annie from start to finish. Annie worked patiently with my very particular husband for a good month to plan a 19 day trip. (I th...
Solo 30 day bespoke trip of a lifetime.
"I've always wanted to go to North Vietnam and had some ideas of areas to go but wanted to make sure I made the most out of the trip so engaged the services of Exoti...
Solo 30 day bespoke trip of a lifetime.
I've always wanted to go to North Vietnam and had some ideas of areas to go but wanted to make sure I made the most out of the trip so engaged the services of Exotic...
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I highly recommend Exotic Voyages and Lucy.
Lucy at Exotic Voyages put together an amazing, hassle-free vacation for my wife and me. We went to Bangkok for two days, then to Cambodia to visit Angkor Wat for a ...
I highly recommend Exotic Voyages and Lucy.
Lucy at Exotic Voyages put together an amazing, hassle-free vacation for my wife and me. We went to Bangkok for two days, then to Cambodia to visit Angkor Wat for a ...
First class, personalized service
We normally don't use travel agencies and prefer to do our own planning, but we decided to use Exotic for this trip because of how unfamiliar we were with the countr...
First class, personalized service
We normally don't use travel agencies and prefer to do our own planning, but we decided to use Exotic for this trip because of how unfamiliar we were with the countr...
Best trip ever! With Exotic Voyages
I was planning a trip to Thailand and Vietnam to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday! I started looking for a travel agency and I contacted EV and started planning th...
Editor’s Take
What to Look for in Mekong River Cruise 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.
Altogether, travelers on Mekong River cruises are affluent, experienced, and adventurous travelers. Many expect a high standard of service coupled with getting a true cultural experience in the tours.
Positive Mekong River tours highlight the local guides and their in-depth knowledge of their countries. The various activities, such as biking, kayaking, and walking tours, play a major role in the overall experience of the tours. Angkor Wat, the killing fields, and other cultural and historical sites are the main highlights of many travelers to the Mekong River.
Unfavorable reviews may come from travelers’ expectations of comfort in travel. Many of the longer tours, or when the water is too low to travel, include buses or cars to transport travelers to the next destination.
One thing to remember is much of Southeast Asia is underdeveloped and recovering from recent conflicts. Many of the roads and overnight trains will not be in the same quality as those in many Western countries. Travelers with disabilities may find traveling in the rural areas more difficult and may be limited to certain activities.
When visiting Southeast Asia, the cities will be a flurry of people and vehicles. Travelers new to Southeast Asia may find it difficult to adjust to the modes of transport, accommodation, and foods that are uniquely Southeast Asian.
Each Mekong River tour has a preordained itinerary. Due to the water levels of the Mekong River, some scheduled stops may be skipped. Some tours include more cities than rural villages or more temples than activities. The themes of the tours are important to pay attention to because each focuses on something specific to its tour. This can be adventurous activities, city life, or rural villages. Picking the tour theme that best fits you will make your trip on the Mekong River the best it can be.
For a professional take on traveling to the Mekong River, see the Travelstride Mekong River Guide »
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