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I really enjoyed the experience
I really enjoyed the experience -good leaders and good company.
The outstanding experience of bush camping in nature.
The teamwork and family spirit among participants. T...
Loved the salt flats, Arequipa
Loved the salt flats, Arequipa, Huacachina & the Ball...
Whole trip was amazing
First time traveller with Dragoman and I thought the whole trip was amazing - I would recommend overland travel to anyone who is fit and able as I think it is one of...
Great Adventure, Great Leaders!
Great Adventure, Great Leaders!
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The included activities were excellent.
The included activities were excellent.
Had a great time
Had a great time - the tour leaders were great!
I had a great time on the trip.
I had a great time on the trip. We fitted a lot in, so so...
Genuinely a marvellous experience
If you can book onto a trip that is lead by Mukendra Singh - then I could not recommend this tour more highly. It was my first visit to India and was genuinely a mar...
An excellent itinerary and fascinating adventure
An excellent itinerary and fascinating adventure that has made us want to come back to India again soon. I have never been on a trip that has been so well led. Howev...
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I had a wonderful experience
I had a wonderful experience on my first Peregrine tour in India. Every thing went smoothly, with a wide range of experiences, comfortable travel and an excellent to...
I liked the hotel luxury too.
Overlanding is exactly what it is. Got to be ready fo...
Attractions were all awesome
The major natural attractions were all awesome
The views were amazing
In El Chalten, the walking which is the best part ab...
I very much enjoyed my first overlanding experience
I very much enjoyed my first overlanding experience. My tour leaders have been all fantastic. Everything was organised extremely well so I was able to do all activit...
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Incredible!
Always activities to do, our guides were fantastic and some of the destinations were incredible!
I have thoroughly enjoyed my first trip with Dragoman
I have thoroughly enjoyed my first trip with Dragoman, the...
Amazing travel experiences
I really enjoyed how the group become like a family. We were able to share ama...
Refund not given after cancelation dur to COVID 19
Wife's trip to Japan was scheduled and paid for in April, 2019. Everything on track until her trip was canceled due to COVID19. She has had three calls with OAT incl...
I thoroughly enjoyed the Enhanced! Japan's Cultural Treasures tour.
I thoroughly enjoyed the Enhanced! Japan's Cultural Treasures tour. Our guide Katy did an excellent job. You see several of the "must-see" sights that attract a lot ...
Editor’s Take
What to Look for in Small Group Tour 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.
Most favorably reviewed small group tour operators have a few key things in common: attention to detail, a truly small group size, engaged local guides and a flexible attitude. Travelers who have been happy with their small group tour experience speak of how well organized and seamless their travels were, how much they were able to see and how they never felt rushed or like just another face in the crowd.
The most indelible memories were those from off-the-beaten-path experiences: accessing a museum after hours, sharing a meal with a local family, going behind the scenes at a centuries-old vineyard with one of the founder’s ancestors. Look for these special moments as you read reviews to get a better understanding of what might be possible on your own trip.
Those casting a negative review of their small group tour likely didn’t pay as close attention to their tour company’s personality. Some focus on younger travelers, some older, some on families - it’s important to do your research and limit your choices to those that not only offer trips where you want to go, but do so with travelers of similar age and interest to yourself.
Others may have been prompted to review their trip negatively if they were expecting a departure that never happened because of low numbers. Guaranteed (or not) departures is a key factor to consider - ask about this up front and what the tour operator’s policy is.
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