Reviews

A very well organised holiday. It was very full on with early starts most days but we did visit at least 2 interesting places every day. First class coaches were very comfortable and very clean as were the hotels but some rooms were on the small side

We really enjoyed this holiday as an introduction to Japan. We were met at the airport and was escorted throughout our stay. We were even seen off at 4am by our rep. Would definitely go back. The only downside if you can call it that, was sometimes it felt a bit rushed.

This was an extremely expensive holiday for what we got. We paid over £16,000 for 2 people for 15 days. Accommodation in Japan is not expensive and although the hotels were 3-4 stars and very nice, they did not have a bar or social lounge to relax in for us and chat to the others on our trip that we had met. None of the hotels were located in the centre of the towns that you could walk to a bar or explore either. Therefore we were off to our rooms at 8pm because the hotel restaurant would close at 8 or 9pm. In particular, the Hotel in Tokyo was badly located, very disappointing when we had 3 nights here and a free day! We chose Wendy Wu as we travelled with them in 2010 to China and had a fantastic trip and they were the only tour company that covered ALL meals. Not knowing the language we didn't want to try finding restaurants to eat and try to work out what the local food was. Having been to all the main towns many places are written in an English version or you can use a translater app. Having 3 meals a day was too much. The food was very similar, raw fish, 1 tempura prawn 2 veg tempura, rice, not many noodle dishes Ramen style. miso soup, some beef in a hot pot you cooked yourself. We wanted to experience Japanese meals, but 30 meals was just too much! If they cut out the lunch meal it would have been perfect as most of us left a lot of it, this would then allow more time at the temples, shrines, shops etc. Most of us just fancied a coffee and cake for lunch or even a burger!
Our guide was trully lovely, Chiyami, she was fun, knowledgeable and looked after our every need. If you have a food allergy you will struggle, not many restaurants cater. So a tour with less meals would be your option. We all thought the cherry blossom was a disappointment after all the hype in advertising. We were there in the height of blossom but the tours do not take you to the famous sights and most of it is white blossom. The UK have far more blossom!
Japan is a wonderful, safe country and the people have to be the nicest nation in the world. So care free, relaxed and all so friendly and helpful, despite the issues above we enjoyed the sights and the people we met.

The guide that was with us was excellent. Some of the temples, shrines and castles were similar just in a different location which became a little repetitious at times. Perhaps a visit to a Saki brewery and Sumo bout or training would improve the experience. Some of the hotels were excellent some could have been better. Food was sometimes excellent other times poor as some days the meals at lunchtime and evening were the same no variety

From start to finish this holiday was fantastic. Our Guide was so organised, with a wealth of knowledge, taking time to make sure we all had a wonderful experience of Japan. Hotels and food to a very good standard. Excursions very well organised We have now booked a third trip.

The lady picked up the phone straight away and guided me through the options available. It was so much easier than booking online.
She was friendly and helpful, everything I would wish for.
Wendy Wu, keep using real people to speak to. It’s a rare treat these days and much more likely to end up with a booking.

A superb holiday led by an excellent guide, Ms Amiko Honda. Every day, another fascinating destination.

Lovely lady. Excellent advice. Obviously knowledgable. Very efficient. A totally positive experience.

Efficient, courteous and did what was expected. Easy to book and address any specific requirements.

As good as they’ve been as we’ve previously travelled with them.

Very professional and helpful. Answered all my questions and informed me of all the options available for my trip.

Keith the representative we chatted with was very knowledgeable and friendly. Japan was a destination on our bucket list and he took us through the most appropriate trip for us. We are so excited to see and experience everything on the extensive itinerary . The free 2 night stay in Singapore on the return journey was an incerdible bonus.

We attended a presentation given by Wendy Wu staff. It was delivered really well giving us good insights to some of their tours...China, Cambodia and Vietnam, Japan and India. Refreshments were available on the day throughout the session. We booked our holiday the same day with Matt Mears who was fabulous and he went the extra mile for us. Cannot wait to visit Japan. Brochures for all their tours were available on the day. Really enjoyed the experience.

I sent an email enquiry early yesterday morning. By 6pm we had our trip to Japan confirmed. We dealt with a wonderful professional consultant, Alexia Christou who sourced the trip and the flight upgrades within a few hours. She was so pleasant to deal with, the process could not have been easier.

Julia was very helpful, really talked me through the holiday and helped me choose