Review for Japan Uncovered
Overall, this was an amazing experience. From the start, the booking process and arrangements were efficient and well executed.
Rather than try to detail all 16 days in Japan, I'll just summarise the key elements:
- the destinations were great. On a tour like this it will be difficult to cater for all needs, but we found that most locations were well worth visiting and that free time was catered for, allowing us to pursue our own interests to a degree. In terms of the top things to see in Japan, I couldn't pick a better list overall, and we came away with a genuine sense that we knew the country a lot better
- the weather. We travelled end-July - early August. We were lucky overall, with only a couple of spots of rain and mostly clear and sunny days. Bear in mind that stunning vistas of Mt Fuji are very unlikely this time of year, but the visit is still worth doing. It was very hot and humid, especially at the start, but as we traveled into the mountains it cooled and was more bearable. Air condition is ubiquitous, so it's only really the outdoor parts where this was a little uncomfortable.
- the food was generally excellent, with a wide variety of Japanese food and no shortage. A couple of choices of European style food (especially in the final Tokyo hotel) weren't as good, but still completely satisfactory
- our tour guide (Hiroko) was utterly incredible. She made the tour very special, with lots of insights into Japanese culture and history, and a calm efficiency that made sure that we kept on schedule but didn't feel too pressured.
We all had a wonderful time, and felt that the tour was extremely good value for money. With all excursions and entrance fees dealt with, and all the logistics completely sorted, we could just get on and enjoy the moment!
Very highly recommended, especially for a first trip to Japan.
Aug 22, 2024
Booking Experience for Wonders of China
The information and knowledge given after watching the destinations was excellent.
Very happy with the booking experience.
Sarah was very helpful and went through the holiday that appealed to us. Everything was explained to us in great detail and all are questions were answered.
The whole experience was straightforward.
Jul 24, 2024
Booking Experience for Ultimate Uzbekistan
Great range of tours with packed itineraries.
Great guides.
Met Sandra at the Destinations event in Manchester and it felt like we had met a long lost friend, so warm and helpful.
I then decided I wanted to change my flights, this was done with ease by Lucy at their customer service department, and she provided exactly what we wanted.
Feb 25, 2024
Booking Experience for Classic China
Met Wendy Wu staff at recent Destinations show in Manchester. Staff were really knowledgeable and not pushy. Had a good deal going so after some research and the like have booked for China in May 25.
Jan 19, 2024
Booking Experience for Classic Mekong (Upper Deck)
Booked at Destinations show, Manchester and Byron was very knowledgeable and efficient. Minor issue when we received confirmation e mail but dealt with instantly. Overall a pleasure to deal with everyone involved.
Jan 13, 2024
Review for Japan Uncovered
It was well organised with an excellent guide. She put so much into her presentations. Perhaps you should consider reducing the various destinations as it is really a very tiring holiday especially for the 'older people.' The hotels were good and even though quite small the bedrooms were comfortable., O.K. for me - single occupant. The coaches were very comfortable. This was my 7th holiday with ~Wendy Wu and I would recommend your company to anyone. Thanks for a great time.
Oct 30, 2023
Review for Ultimate Uzbekistan
The tour included everything I wished to see, including destinations most other companies don't visit. Fully inclusive.
Oct 06, 2023
Booking Experience for Grand Tour of Indochina
Good competitive holidays offering more days away, giving more great sights for the same price as others and many more meals included.
Help with Visa's and flights to the destinations from a greater choice of UK airports.
Helpful, knowledgeable and efficient booking staff.
Jul 26, 2023
Booking Experience for 25 Year Anniversary Classic Mekong (Main Deck)
An Excellent service, as always. We booked at the Destinations Show and the service and support From the rep. Gary, was exceptional!!
Feb 15, 2023
Review for Ultimate Uzbekistan
Visiting the Silk Road was like a lifelong dream and with the blink of eyes my wish had come true exploring one of the hidden gem of Central Asia - Uzbekistan
What I was expecting was a bumpy ride in the middle of the Deserts and Mountains along the Silk Road but this turned out to be as smooth as SILK - a memorable trip of a lifetime beyond my imagination and which exceeded all my expectations!
It was an absolutely excellent experience with memories that will last a lifetime. It was a fantastic, well organised and seamless tour made exceptional by the hard work of a dedicated team. Wendy Wu's Team were magnificent in planning an amazing tour culminating in my safe return home. The Travel Consultants are friendly, knowledgeable and very professional in portraying it's Owner Wendy Wu's passion, enthusiasm and offering a unique travel experiences.
The detailed itineraries were a wonderful mix of must see sites and unexpected experiences such as crossing the ancient cities and towns rich in Islamic Architectures, Archaeological, historical and cultural excursions and littered with free time to absorb the most of these fascinating destinations.
The Hotels were of high quality standards and unique in its own ways!
What can I say about the Culinary experiences - Throughout the Tour we experienced and enjoyed varieties of breakfasts at the Hotels, Lunches and Dinners with the Locals enjoying their delicious homemade Uzbecki food & flavours with exceptional, humble and considerate hospitality especially being a vegetarian like me, I felt I was really well looked after.
Our Local guide Marat was very professional with excellent historical knowledge, fantastic customer services, always eager to help at every step of the journey and with great sense of humour. Marat was always happy to answer my " Million dollar" questions without hesitations, with positive attitude and always had a good focus and attention to details no matter how minute this may appear at all stages of the journey - be it Hotel check in, comfort breaks dietary requirements to endless lists of the fellow travellers!
Our Driver was very friendly and made us feel welcoming and at home ensuring the safest Driving experience ever through landscapes, deserts and rugged mountains.
I would highly recommend without any hesitations to Feel, See, smell, Taste, Hear and experience with Difference these Incredible Journeys offered by One and Only Wendy Wu Tours! I would recommend that you book with confidence and experience it for yourself what this Award winning Excellent Tour company is offering! I now can’t wait to book and explore rest of Central Asia and many more destinations on my bucket list.
With much appreciation and from the bottom of my heart I Would like to say a big "Thank You to All at Wendy Wu Tours in making this dream come true!
Nov 03, 2022