Why should we travel with AAT Kings?
We asked AAT Kings why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
Choosing AAT Kings for your Australia or New Zealand holiday guarantees you’ll benefit from the insider secrets, off-the-beaten-path destinations and authentic interactions with local characters that only 100 years of experience can provide. With over a hundred years’ experience in sharing Australia with our guests, AAT Kings holds exclusive access to some truly unique locations, secret trails and roads less travelled that add so much value to the overall travel experience.
At AAT Kings, our on-road staff are best in class. Our Travel Directors, read more Driver Guides and Drivers are hand-picked for their passion, experience, and enthusiasm for the spectacular countries we live in. There is truly no one better to share with you the best destinations across Australia and New Zealand. We have been perfecting our itineraries and products for over 100 years, so the benefits gained from travelling with us are unrivalled. With over 150 expertly crafted holiday itineraries to choose from, we offer something for everyone.
What types of trips do AAT Kings offer?
Coach Tours Small Group Tours Short BreaksWhere can you travel to?
Australia New Zealand NSW & Victoria NT Queensland South Australia Tassie WA More...AAT Kings snapshot
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The low down on AAT Kings from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
AAT Kings have been partners of Global Journeys since our inception over 15 years ago, and as a result our team of advisors and management have an in-depth understanding of all their trips, through both Australia and New Zealand. We've journeyed with them on nine tours through New Zealand, Tasmania, South Australia, Northern Territory and Queensland. Our close relationship means we can offer fantastic savings throughout the year.
AAT King's core multi-day coach tours cater mainly for those over 55+, whilst their short breaks in the Northern Territory tend to attract a more diverse range of ages. All coaches are first class, and AAT Kings pride read more themselves on their tour guides - many of which have been with them for decades!
Who travels with AAT Kings?
Primarily travellers aged 45+, including couples, solo travellers and families, with guests travelling from around the world.
What's the age range on a AAT Kings tour?
Typically 45+
How many people will we be travelling with?
AAT Kings classic guided coach tours have a maximum of 48 guests.
I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Yes. Solo travellers are welcomed and can choose their own room or, on nearly all itineraries, request to share with another same-gender solo traveller.
Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. A single supplement applies and single-room pricing and availability is shown for each departure.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
Yes. On nearly all itineraries, solo travellers can request to be matched with another same-gender traveller and pay the twin-share price.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
Comfortable hotels selected to support the itinerary, generally in convenient locations close to major sights.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the price shown?
Arrival and departure transfers, optional experiences, meals and beverages not specified, gratuities for Travel Directors and Driver Guides, laundry, personal expenses, visas and travel insurance.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
Depending on the itinerary, AAT Kings use experienced Travel Directors, Driver Guides and Local Specialist Guides,
Do you use local guides?
Yes.
How much free time will we have on a AAT Kings trip?
Guided coach tours balance organised sightseeing with free time so you can explore independently or choose from locally based optional experiences.
How fit do we need to be?
Fitness requirements vary by itinerary. Tours generally combine walking with coach sightseeing and some trips involve uneven terrain or more extensive walking.
Recent AAT Kings reviews
Bus drivers/tour guides all knowledgeable. Perfect weather in early June for travel with warm days and no rain.
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Why should we travel with Travelmarvel?
We asked Travelmarvel why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
Holiday memories are not just shaped by the incredible places you visit, but also by the wonderful people you meet along the way. At Travelmarvel, we know that great service is about going above and beyond, and that’s why our staff are regarded as a holiday highlight in their own right.
Travelmarvel holidays offer the perfect combination of all the highlights of the destination with outstanding quality and value for money - you won’t go wrong choosing Travelmavel for your next holiday adventure.
What types of trips do Travelmarvel offer?
Land Journeys River Cruises Small Group Tours Rail Journeys Coastal CruisesWhere can you travel to?
Africa Asia Australia Canada & Alaska Egypt & Middle East Europe New Zealand South America More...Travelmarvel snapshot
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The low down on Travelmarvel from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
Lesser known, but equally as popular, Travelmarvel, is the sister brand of APT and are positioned as a premium operator. A level down from APT with regards to pricing and trip inclusions, but both share the same past passenger loyalty scheme, and many of our clients prefer to spend a little less, knowing they are still backed by one of Australasia's leading touring and river cruise companies.
With it's roots in coach touring through Australia and New Zealand, Travelmarvel also offer river cruises in Europe and Asia as well as tours and cruises in Canada and around South & Central America. As Platinum Partners of APT & Travelmarvel for read more many years, our advisor team has an in-depth knowledge of Travelmarvel tours and river cruises having experienced travelling with them on many occasions, and would relish the opportunity to help you organise your next holiday with them.
Who travels with Travelmarvel?
Primarily mature aged travellers who enjoy a relaxed, social group-touring style with included sightseeing and time to explore independently.
What's the age range on a Travelmarvel tour?
Generally 55+, with many travellers in their 60s and 70s.
How many people will we be travelling with?
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I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Solo travellers are welcome on Travelmarvel tours, with solo offers available on selected departures.
Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. A single supplement applies and single-room pricing and availability is shown for each departure.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
No.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
Premium hand-picked hotels and resorts, selected for comfort, service and convenient access to key attractions.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the price shown?
Optional Enhance Your Journey experiences and meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary. Transfers, porterage and tipping are included.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
Yes. Land tours are escorted by experienced Travelmarvel Tour Directors, although that varies on some rail and cruise components.
Do you use local guides?
Yes. English-speaking local guides are used throughout many itineraries to provide localised specialist destination knowledge.
How much free time will we have on a Travelmarvel trip?
Tours deliberately balance structured sightseeing with leisure time, allowing travellers to explore independently or choose additional experiences.
How fit do we need to be?
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Recent Travelmarvel reviews
I have been on 6 different river cruises with 4 different companies and must say that all except Travelmarvel have provided daily water in your cabin and also provided a refillable bottle to take on excursions. On this trip we were not provided with these essential services. There was no room service and although the tv offered movies to watch you were greeted with a message that the service was unavailable every time you tried. Overall the food was very good but the much anticipated bbq in the middle of the cruise was poorly organized (long wait in line to get access to the buffet) and the food very ordinary!
So, overall a wonderful trip in a beautiful part of the world but we will look to other river cruise companies for future holidays. This was the second trip organized by Hannah Perry and she did a wonderful job. Courteous, professional and efficient, she takes a genuine interest in your trip and does everything possible to ensure a trouble free and enjoyable holiday experience.
The Travelmarvel cruise was an excellent product too. Their staff were all highly skilled and very effective at working around difficult circumstances. Due to low water levels in the Rhine/Danube river system we were unable to make the full journey on a single ship and ended up traveling on four different ships with buses shuttling us between navigable portions of the rivers. In many ways we probably managed to see more of Europe than we would normally see just from the river. Through the efforts of our Cruise Director Bernadett we covered every one of the locations we were booked to see and there was a sound clear plan and effective control measures every time we had to relocate. (With over 150 passengers that adds up to a lot of cats to herd). I would go on a similar Global Journeys/Travelmarvel trip again in a heartbeat without any concerns about what fate throws at us. (I might wait until it rains again in Europe though.)
