Bunnik Tour Reviews
The 111 Bunnik Tour reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have traveled with Bunnik. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
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Our Trip to Croatia with Bunnik Tours was great value for money. A great mix of activities, caves , waterfalls and forests and above all a wonderful tour leader, competent driver and a great bunch of fellow travellers. Overall visits to Bosnia , Slovenia and the Istrian Peninsula added to a wonderful holiday😊😀
Our journey was pleasant and worry free from the very start. As a small group of eight, we were not crowded in our full sized bus and were able to establish easy, friendly relationships within the group. It was an excellent time of year for this tour as it wasn't too hot nor too cold and not too crowded at the various sites. Martina was an excellent ...read more tour manager. She was knowledgeable, professional and always on the lookout to ensure our every need was met. She even was there to say goodbye when our airport transfer left at 3.30am as we had a six o'clock flight. We found Bunnik delivered on all they promised and we would definitely travel with them again and recommend them to anyone. Likewise Global Journeys organised our tirp well and their communications were clear. Well done! We are happy customers.
We had a wonderful time on Bunnik’s Japan Discovery. We saw snow in the Alps and the Cherry Blossoms were amazing.
The accommodation was excellent as was the included meals and activities. We travelled by coach and trains including several times on a bullet train. As always Georgie from Global Journeys did an amazing job of organising another holiday ...read more for us. This was our second Bunnik tour and have another trip booked so I highly recommend them and Japan Discovery.
The accommodation was excellent as was the included meals and activities. We travelled by coach and trains including several times on a bullet train. As always Georgie from Global Journeys did an amazing job of organising another holiday ...read more for us. This was our second Bunnik tour and have another trip booked so I highly recommend them and Japan Discovery.
We were very lucky to experience cherry blossom at its best in all cities and we had the added bonus of experiencing snow in the area around Mount Fuji. We also had a group of 18 Australians who were experienced travellers who all related well. The 15-day itinerary worked well, but we did not enjoy some of the group activities and would have preferred ...read more to get to the hotels earlier on several of the days. Suggestions include remove Samurai experience in Osaka, removing the Japanese black ink calligraphy experience, removing the group Japanese tea ceremony and replace with a more traditional experience and replace the beer/sake brewery tour with sampling at a small brewery in Takayama as part of the included walking tour. We think Bunnik should include night walking tour to Geisha area in Gion.
Our tour director was a very friendly gentle Japanese lady who did her best. Unfortunately, her communication skills were not good. Typically, she would speak at length explaining directions, history, etc and then the tour group would look at each other and comment if anyone had understood what she had just said. The group worked around this limitation by asking a lot of questions to try and fill in the gaps. This was stressful and frustrating at times. We also received little guidance on recommended things to do in our free time and we were mostly left to plan on our own.
The hotels were good and some exceeded our expectations. On several occasions we arrived late and did not have time to utilise the excellent facilities that were available. Overall, we rated the Bunnik Japan Discovery Tour at 7/10 and feel that it was expensive for what was included.
Our tour director was a very friendly gentle Japanese lady who did her best. Unfortunately, her communication skills were not good. Typically, she would speak at length explaining directions, history, etc and then the tour group would look at each other and comment if anyone had understood what she had just said. The group worked around this limitation by asking a lot of questions to try and fill in the gaps. This was stressful and frustrating at times. We also received little guidance on recommended things to do in our free time and we were mostly left to plan on our own.
The hotels were good and some exceeded our expectations. On several occasions we arrived late and did not have time to utilise the excellent facilities that were available. Overall, we rated the Bunnik Japan Discovery Tour at 7/10 and feel that it was expensive for what was included.
What a great tour Bunnik's South Korea in Depth was! From the tour guide, to the itinerary, sightseeing, special experiences, accommodation, to the included meals and little delectable surprises along the way - everything was excellent. The tour was well organised; it was clear that a lot of thought has gone into it to ensure a wide range of experiences ...read more and exposure to the different aspects of the rich South Korean culture. The tour guide elevated the trip to another level with her deep knowledge of and love for her country, cheerful disposition and her ability to balance the group dynamics. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to anyone considering a visit to South Korea. As always, the communication from Global Journeys was excellent and the service highly efficient.
What a seamless tour with Bunnik and their amazing guide Yoko. Our guide so knowledgeable, friendly and organised that we were always at ease. Our tour by coach, local train and 3 bullet train trips was planned without a hitch. This is a very full on tour with only a small amount of free time. Our group of 20 travellers from all over Australia got on ...read more fantastically and we ended up as a little family. The highlights were the included special events,; calligraphy , sushi making, paper making, sumo and samurai. A really fun time. The negatives were the early morning starts most days, the hot breakfast choices that were cold, but the most negative was the flights were not direct to Japan and required a layover in Singapore on both legs. Otherwise highly recommended.
We have just completed a16 day trip to Japan with 18 other Australians and our amazing guide Yoko. Yoko was a most knowledgeable guide who used visual aids and hand drawn maps and diagrams to highlight her information. Our daily scedules were clear and we used all forms of transport on our daily tours. We loved the group cultural activities such as ...read more sushi making calligraphy and paper making. The group bonded in sharing experiences during displays of tea making sumo wrestling and warrior displays. So much fun.
The weather in late March was cool but good for walking. Highhlights were seeing a snow covered Mt Fuji emerge from cloud and our first cherry blooms along the river of the Philosophers walk in Kyoto. Returning to our hotels each evening was a treat as they were well located for cafes and restaurants and very comfortable. We rate this tour as 5 star and thank Yoko and Bunnik for all the magic and fun experiences.
The weather in late March was cool but good for walking. Highhlights were seeing a snow covered Mt Fuji emerge from cloud and our first cherry blooms along the river of the Philosophers walk in Kyoto. Returning to our hotels each evening was a treat as they were well located for cafes and restaurants and very comfortable. We rate this tour as 5 star and thank Yoko and Bunnik for all the magic and fun experiences.
Incredible India is not just the marketing slogan designed to entice tourists to visit the Subcontinent. India is truly incredible. Yes, it is gloriosly chaotic, dusty, polluted, littered with debris, neglected architectural and other treasures, but at the same time it is so rich in history, mythology, breathtaking buildings and art, cuisines, natural ...read more and human resources. The tour offered a solid glimpse into the colourful mosaic that is Rajasthan.
The sightseeing was the absolute highlight for me. We were also offered a range of experiences that added to/complemented getting a better sense of the life and traditions of India. The accommodation was largely in character properties, usually not centrally located. The included meals were good, there was a reasonable balance between organised and free time. Perhaps the optional activities could be better selected. Overall, an enjoyable, good value tour. I have to mention the impeccable service received by the Global Journeys' Senior Travel Advisor, Tracey Standing, whose timely communication, follow through and patience I have greatly appreciated. I'd to use both Global Journeys and Bunnik in the future.
The sightseeing was the absolute highlight for me. We were also offered a range of experiences that added to/complemented getting a better sense of the life and traditions of India. The accommodation was largely in character properties, usually not centrally located. The included meals were good, there was a reasonable balance between organised and free time. Perhaps the optional activities could be better selected. Overall, an enjoyable, good value tour. I have to mention the impeccable service received by the Global Journeys' Senior Travel Advisor, Tracey Standing, whose timely communication, follow through and patience I have greatly appreciated. I'd to use both Global Journeys and Bunnik in the future.
Amazing, magical, memorable and…just book it - Bunnik Tours, Egyptian Discovery!
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Neil and Patricia, QLD, Australia, Oct 2024
We enjoyed every nanosecond of our tour from the moment we were met by Saeed at the airport until he saw us off again after a most memorable tour. Bassem (our guide, very approachable and a knowledgeable Egyptologist) also deserves a special mention for making our tour exceptional.
To choose a highlight is near impossible as the whole tour was probably ...read more one of, if not the best that we’ve ever done. (We’ve visited close to 60 countries over the past ten years). The Nile River Cruise, Dendera Temple Complex, Tombs of the Nobles and the Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise over the Valley of the Kings are noteworthy though and none of the Optional Excursions should be missed!
We were lucky enough that the new Great Egyptian Museum (GEM) opened during our tour and as a special gesture Bassem took us there on the last day of our tour - so special to be able to experience a visit to the largest museum of its kind in the world - thanks Bunnik Tours!
Our accommodation was very conveniently located and well appointed. Staying in the Four Seasons at Alexandria, Steigenberger Nile Palace at Luxor and Mövenpick Resort at Aswan was a real treat!
We added an extra day before and after the tour and it was so worth it – we were able to do an unforgettable privately booked Sunset Camel ride at the Giza Pyramids (what a magical start to our time spent in Egypt) and some other wonderful tours in Cairo with which Saeed very ably assisted.
Only Egypt offers the opportunity to cruise and sail on the Nile, the longest river in the world; visit GEM, the largest museum of its kind on the planet; enter the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, the earliest known large-scale cut stone construction (built around 2650 BC) and touch the only surviving structure from the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Great Pyramid of Giza.
And lastly – thanks Hannah Campbell and Global Journeys (since 2017 we’ve booked 10 tours with great prices quoted) for your promptness and once again fine-tuning our journey by handling extra accommodation, special requirements etc and in the past dealing with unforeseen cancellations and changes due to the Covid Pandemic. We are looking forward to our next Bunnik Tour to Sri Lanka, coming up very soon!
To choose a highlight is near impossible as the whole tour was probably ...read more one of, if not the best that we’ve ever done. (We’ve visited close to 60 countries over the past ten years). The Nile River Cruise, Dendera Temple Complex, Tombs of the Nobles and the Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise over the Valley of the Kings are noteworthy though and none of the Optional Excursions should be missed!
We were lucky enough that the new Great Egyptian Museum (GEM) opened during our tour and as a special gesture Bassem took us there on the last day of our tour - so special to be able to experience a visit to the largest museum of its kind in the world - thanks Bunnik Tours!
Our accommodation was very conveniently located and well appointed. Staying in the Four Seasons at Alexandria, Steigenberger Nile Palace at Luxor and Mövenpick Resort at Aswan was a real treat!
We added an extra day before and after the tour and it was so worth it – we were able to do an unforgettable privately booked Sunset Camel ride at the Giza Pyramids (what a magical start to our time spent in Egypt) and some other wonderful tours in Cairo with which Saeed very ably assisted.
Only Egypt offers the opportunity to cruise and sail on the Nile, the longest river in the world; visit GEM, the largest museum of its kind on the planet; enter the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, the earliest known large-scale cut stone construction (built around 2650 BC) and touch the only surviving structure from the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Great Pyramid of Giza.
And lastly – thanks Hannah Campbell and Global Journeys (since 2017 we’ve booked 10 tours with great prices quoted) for your promptness and once again fine-tuning our journey by handling extra accommodation, special requirements etc and in the past dealing with unforeseen cancellations and changes due to the Covid Pandemic. We are looking forward to our next Bunnik Tour to Sri Lanka, coming up very soon!
Bunnik's 'Colours of Northern Japan' was an enjoyable experience. We travelled from Tokyo to Sapporo by coach and Shinkansen (bullet train) with 18 other travellers plus Mitchi, our Japanese tour guide who was one of the best. Hotels in all cities were centrally located and comfortable, most near convenience stores and cafes. Breakfasts were always ...read more something to look forward to as were lunches and dinners, mostly Japanese cuisine. ,A dinner cruise around Tokyo Bay and the scenic cruise along Geibikei Gorge were part of the itinerary.
We visited temples, castles, attended a tie- dyeing workshop and painted traditional Kokeshi dolls both of which were a lot of fun.
Most of the hotels in the north had hot springs which were relaxing after a long, busy day travelling. Autumn leaves started appearing as we travelled further north and on the island of Hokkaido they were at their best. A visit to the Sapporo brewery was interesting as was the Sake brewing experience. We travelled with a very cohesive group which always makes it more enjoyable.
We both thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would certainly recommend an Autumn visit to this part of Japan.
We visited temples, castles, attended a tie- dyeing workshop and painted traditional Kokeshi dolls both of which were a lot of fun.
Most of the hotels in the north had hot springs which were relaxing after a long, busy day travelling. Autumn leaves started appearing as we travelled further north and on the island of Hokkaido they were at their best. A visit to the Sapporo brewery was interesting as was the Sake brewing experience. We travelled with a very cohesive group which always makes it more enjoyable.
We both thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would certainly recommend an Autumn visit to this part of Japan.
This was my 9th booking with Global Journeys, although two were cancelled due to the pandemic. As usual, my booking request, and questions were answered promptly and professionally. It was such a pleasure to have Hannah Campbell deal with my booking. I have a 10th booking pending and I’m confident that it will be handled with the same efficiency. This ...read more was my 4th booking with Bunnik Tours, as they are exceptional value for money yet still provide that professional and friendly service. They are an Australian family owned and operated business, have exciting itineraries and operate with a maximum group of 20. I have already recommended Global Journeys, and Bunnik Tours to my family and friends for future travel.
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Turkey & Greece with Bunnik. Organised perfectly by Georgie as always! We had great tour guides in each country, both enjoying passing on their extensive knowledge. So much history in both countries and the extra tours were enjoyable. The highlight was hot air ballooning in Cappadocia! The weather was perfect throughout ...read more our trip and we enjoyed our cruise of the Greek Islands and visiting some of the islands. Looking forward to our next trip with Bunnik.
Fantastic trip to Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia
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Loyal Global Journey Travellers, NT, Australia, Aug 2024
The tour was well organised with tons to see, do and learn along the way, particularly given the rich history, geography and culinary experiences available in each country. The special tour inclusions including local cuisine masterclasses and singers/ musicians in unique locations were particularly memorable. Local guides in Azerbaijan and Georgia were ...read more extremely professional and attentive to the groups needs. The local guide in Armenia was also very knowledgeable however could enhance travellers experience even further by proactively sharing practical information with the group well in advance (e.g. how long until next comfort stop).
Overall this was a comprehensive, well-paced, safe, scenic tour with a wide variety of experiences on offer. Each church, mosque, monastery visited also offered a unique experience, often with breathtaking views at each location.
TIPS: Bring good walking shoes, there’s a few challenging landscapes to navigate, but totally worth it! There are many (safe to use) bank machines available in Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia to withdraw local currency from including via Australian visa cards. Currency rates are often much better locally than, for example, exchanging AUD cash at Dubai airport. Tour guides also provide opportunities to change local currencies at each land border crossing. In Yerevan, Armenia, you can also change various international currencies at the SAS supermarket (close to Hilton DoubleTree Yerevan City Centre hotel).
@ Global Journeys - Excellent organisation/ facilitation as usual. You are the only travel company we continue to book directly with.
Overall this was a comprehensive, well-paced, safe, scenic tour with a wide variety of experiences on offer. Each church, mosque, monastery visited also offered a unique experience, often with breathtaking views at each location.
TIPS: Bring good walking shoes, there’s a few challenging landscapes to navigate, but totally worth it! There are many (safe to use) bank machines available in Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia to withdraw local currency from including via Australian visa cards. Currency rates are often much better locally than, for example, exchanging AUD cash at Dubai airport. Tour guides also provide opportunities to change local currencies at each land border crossing. In Yerevan, Armenia, you can also change various international currencies at the SAS supermarket (close to Hilton DoubleTree Yerevan City Centre hotel).
@ Global Journeys - Excellent organisation/ facilitation as usual. You are the only travel company we continue to book directly with.
We really enjoyed travelling with a group of 18 Australians. Our tour guide, Alan, was easy to get on with and he was very knowledgeable. The tour itself was interesting and varied. We particularly like the bus tour except our local tours always seemed to end when the shops were closed for siesta. More time to shop would have been wonderful. All ...read more the hotels were close to the centre of town so that made getting around easy. Plitvice Lakes were spectacular.
Had a great (although fairly tiring) few weeks in Turkiye and Greece with a Bunnik tour. As always, Georgie from Global Journeys did a flawless job of organising everything. The flights home she found for us were amazing. 24 hours from Athens airport to home in Canberra! We'll be back in touch with Georgie soon to lock in our next trip. :)
This trip was quite a pacey one. Well organised and filled with lots of interactive activities. The sushi & noodle making classes were most enjoyable together with calligraphy classes, paper making and visits to sumo exhibition, samurai & tea making exhibitions. So much to see and do. The people in Japan are very welcoming and the tour guide was very
knowledgable, ...read more friendly and welcoming.
knowledgable, ...read more friendly and welcoming.
Bunnik thought of everything. The small group of 20 was a very good way to travel; the accommodation was better than expected for 3 to 4 star rating; the tour guide was knowledgeable, professional and personable; the balance between guided tours and free time worked extremely well; the “special experiences” during the tour added to the enjoyment and ...read more the country side and cities/towns were spectacular.
This was an enjoyable tour filled with interesting places, some lovely towns and villages, and great food. The weather was mainly cool with some rain at times. The itinerary was sometimes packed and rushed as there was so much to see. Our driver was outstanding. All in all, a very good tour. Global Journeys provided its usual efficient and friendly ...read more service through Hannah.
Fabulous (new) tour. Wonderful places everywhere we went. Outstanding tour leader, Antonio, who brought enthusiasm, knowledge, passion and great leadership qualities which enhanced the experience. The small, delightful group was such good company. As usual, the Global Journeys booking experience provided by Hannah was smooth and timely.
Global Journeys were very efficient and kept the paperwork up to date all the way to embarkation. Itinerary: (Not sure if this is Bunnik's area). A visit to Tokyo tower could be included. The paragraph describing Hiroshima - Sat 30 March - was out of chronological order. This caused people to use their free day Friday 29 March to make their own way ...read more to the Bamboo forest because it was not noticed further down the itinerary Saturday 30 March.
Tips: Take lots of socks in case it is raining when you have to take shoes off and on. Take slip on shoes. Pack an umbrella. Use Google Interpreter to help with language.
One trip highlight was seeing Mt Fuji because we struck very cold, wet, cloudy weather. Our group thought we would miss out but the weather cleared and there it was . Beautiful. Loved the Alps and ryokan. Blossoms were not out in Tokyo but were in Hiroshima and Osaka. Thought we were going to be unlucky but we saw some beautiful blooms. Also the castles and temples were lovely. Japanese people so polite and friendly. Thanks to our guide a lost shoulder bag and all contents was located and sent on to hotel in a day or two. Cities clean, quiet and orderly. Food interesting! Amazing toilets! Our tour was fast paced and the guide was excellent. 18 people in group, all well travelled and fun. We certainly had a great trip.
Tips: Take lots of socks in case it is raining when you have to take shoes off and on. Take slip on shoes. Pack an umbrella. Use Google Interpreter to help with language.
One trip highlight was seeing Mt Fuji because we struck very cold, wet, cloudy weather. Our group thought we would miss out but the weather cleared and there it was . Beautiful. Loved the Alps and ryokan. Blossoms were not out in Tokyo but were in Hiroshima and Osaka. Thought we were going to be unlucky but we saw some beautiful blooms. Also the castles and temples were lovely. Japanese people so polite and friendly. Thanks to our guide a lost shoulder bag and all contents was located and sent on to hotel in a day or two. Cities clean, quiet and orderly. Food interesting! Amazing toilets! Our tour was fast paced and the guide was excellent. 18 people in group, all well travelled and fun. We certainly had a great trip.
