Trafalgar Reviews
The 1,795 Trafalgar reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have travelled with Trafalgar. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
The 1,795 Trafalgar reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have travelled with Trafalgar. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
This was our 10th Insight Tour and it was a very well organised tour. Cities and Sightseeing were excellent as was the food. The Hotels were some of the best we have stayed in. We even ventured out by ourselves in St Petersburg and Moscow with no trouble. The only downside was that there was about 3 days that involved very long travel days in the coach, read more with the longest being the Moscow to Minsk day that was over 700Km and 10Hrs with only a few stops and a quick lunch break. The next being the Copenhagen to Stockholm at 600Km and over 8 Hrs. But this didn't detract from the overall fantastic tour. Maybe it should be a few days longer.
The Tour Director was average and we only had 26 passengers, he relied a lot on the local guides which were good. The optional extras are always hard to judge if they are worth it. We did those that we thought were reasonable as most of them were expensive. Those that did the Russian Ballet were disappointed and the Lithuanian Dinner didn't have Traditional Dancers and would of been better going to a restaurant ourselves. Overall I would recommend this tour but be prepared for some long bus days. As usual the booking process with Global Journeys and Yvonne was very easy and always recommend them.
The Tour Director was average and we only had 26 passengers, he relied a lot on the local guides which were good. The optional extras are always hard to judge if they are worth it. We did those that we thought were reasonable as most of them were expensive. Those that did the Russian Ballet were disappointed and the Lithuanian Dinner didn't have Traditional Dancers and would of been better going to a restaurant ourselves. Overall I would recommend this tour but be prepared for some long bus days. As usual the booking process with Global Journeys and Yvonne was very easy and always recommend them.
The whole experience was incredible. Our local specialist was an incredible woman with a wealth of knowledge. She was so patient and cheerful with everyone. The itinerary was well planned and we never felt rushed. Most recommended restaurants were incredible (some alright-ish). We formed incredible bonds with the rest of the group and created unforgettable experiences.
The weather in Scandinavia was fantastic; so good that it probably would never be repeated. To be in Bergen on Norwegian National Day (17 May) was a highlight and something that I would recommend to anyone travelling to this area. Copenhagen is a dynamic and interesting city - very different to Australia.
We would recommend travelling with Insight Travel. Our trip to Spain and Portugal was very well organised and everything went smoothly. It is great to sit back and enjoy all the wonderful places and experiences and have no worries. Our tour director, Dan, was excellent - his experience and knowledge was vast. It was a pleasure.
Also, Hannah at Global read more Journeys was excellent. The booking process was effortless and everything went smoothly.
Also, Hannah at Global read more Journeys was excellent. The booking process was effortless and everything went smoothly.
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Britain and Ireland Grandeur
Chris & Melda, NSW, Australia, May 2018
A great holiday with so many inclusions. Our guide was very knowledgeable about our destinations and helpful. Booking with Global Journeys was, once again, easy and fuss free. Thank you Georgie for your continued professionalism and enthusiasm.
Hotels, breakfast and meals were of a much higher standard than I expected with a Costsaver Tour. Our tour had hotels more central to the places we stayed, first time I believe and a good move by Trafalgar.
Exceptional Tour Guide on Tour, we certainly had the best. Choosing Optional Tours suited me better and I chose to have my own time "doing read more my own thing" and also good to not be always be with a group of people.
There were 45 people, from various countries and culture on the coach. The coach was relatively new with amble leg space and with two exit doors, no problem with exiting quickly. The coach driver was excellent and the coach the next day always immaculate.
I highly recommend this tour with Costsaver as an excellent way to see Scandinavia, especially if you have the great sunny weather we had!
Exceptional Tour Guide on Tour, we certainly had the best. Choosing Optional Tours suited me better and I chose to have my own time "doing read more my own thing" and also good to not be always be with a group of people.
There were 45 people, from various countries and culture on the coach. The coach was relatively new with amble leg space and with two exit doors, no problem with exiting quickly. The coach driver was excellent and the coach the next day always immaculate.
I highly recommend this tour with Costsaver as an excellent way to see Scandinavia, especially if you have the great sunny weather we had!
Enjoyed all aspects of this tour of the Balkans. Thank you Georgie at Global Journeys for your prompt attention and professional dealings with organising this tour. We will certainly use your company again.
An Interesting and Enlightening Tour 6
Treasures of the Balkans
Bruce & Carolyn, VIC, Australia, Apr 2018
My wife and I took the the first tour of the year, starting in early May. We were very lucky with the weather-no rain and temperatures in the mid to high 20's. Overall we found the tour very interesting with each location offering something different. It was enlightening to listen to the local tour guides provide a different slant on historical matters, read more depending on which country we were in.
The hotels were of a high standard, although many were some distance from the centre. Unfortunately the quality of the included hotel dinners was disappointing which we found surprising based on past experiences with Insight. There was little variety to choose from and no traditional food on offer, with the exception of the Yantra Grand Hotel in Veliko Tarnova.
We only did two optional activities. I would recommend the Rila Monastery excursion from Sofia but could not recommend the harbour dinner cruise in Dubrovnik. The dinner was terrible and the drinks package was not what was offered. But despite these negatives the overall experience was very good and we learned a great deal about this region.
Finally a big thank you to Yvonne at Global Journeys for her advice and organization, thus helping to make this another very successful tour for us.
The hotels were of a high standard, although many were some distance from the centre. Unfortunately the quality of the included hotel dinners was disappointing which we found surprising based on past experiences with Insight. There was little variety to choose from and no traditional food on offer, with the exception of the Yantra Grand Hotel in Veliko Tarnova.
We only did two optional activities. I would recommend the Rila Monastery excursion from Sofia but could not recommend the harbour dinner cruise in Dubrovnik. The dinner was terrible and the drinks package was not what was offered. But despite these negatives the overall experience was very good and we learned a great deal about this region.
Finally a big thank you to Yvonne at Global Journeys for her advice and organization, thus helping to make this another very successful tour for us.
Fantastic taste of the culture and history of Spain 4
Highlights of Spain
Rick, SA, Australia, Apr 2018
This was our third Insight Vacations tour. They have all been great.
What we particularly like about Insight is the extra legroom on the coaches, the smaller tour group numbers, and the knowledgeable tour guides. Our tour director, Dan, was fantastic.
With only 2 weeks between booking our holiday and departing, Madeline at Global Journeys managed read more to seamlessly arrange everything, without a single hitch, and at a great, discounted price. The money that Global Journeys saved us paid for our extra hotel accommodation before and after the trip. Thanks, Madeline.
What we particularly like about Insight is the extra legroom on the coaches, the smaller tour group numbers, and the knowledgeable tour guides. Our tour director, Dan, was fantastic.
With only 2 weeks between booking our holiday and departing, Madeline at Global Journeys managed read more to seamlessly arrange everything, without a single hitch, and at a great, discounted price. The money that Global Journeys saved us paid for our extra hotel accommodation before and after the trip. Thanks, Madeline.
Enjoyed the trip thoroughly, we had sunshine every day of the trip, had great fellow travellers and the cities visited in this trip have all been restored to its former glory. The Tour Director and Driver were excellent and took good care of us. Booking with Global Journeys was hassle free.
Travelling in the coach was a delight, smooth and roomy with a great driver and spectacular scenery - a pleasant change from the self driving we usually do. Included excursions were varied and interesting. Hotels were on the most part in central locations with one exception. Dom, our tour guide did just the right amount of commentary.
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Country Roads of Portugal
Lynette & Laurence, NSW, Australia, Apr 2018
Our first Insight tour was great. Nice accommodation and tours, plus a very good guide. Portugal is a great destination as it has good food and wine, plus its cheap compared to other countries in Europe.
The 15 day Insight tour of Spain and Portugal exceeded all of our expectations. Amazing sights, great hotels and meals and an excellent tour guide and driver. Some days were a bit hectic but there were a couple of relaxing days in the middle at Costa de Sol.
We did all of the optional extras and really enjoyed most of them. Overall a great value read more and fairly comprehensive tour of Spain & Portugal. We would like to say how easy and efficient our tour booking was with Global Journeys. A special thanks to our Consultant Yvonne who kept us informed at all times.
We did all of the optional extras and really enjoyed most of them. Overall a great value read more and fairly comprehensive tour of Spain & Portugal. We would like to say how easy and efficient our tour booking was with Global Journeys. A special thanks to our Consultant Yvonne who kept us informed at all times.
Really lovely holiday, we absolutely enjoyed it! Our tour director, Patrick Sidney, was the best he was so knowledgeable and organized to make our trip worry-free. We had great experiences with highlights including dinner in Vatican, Vienna concert, Moulin Rouge show in Paris etc. We love Paris, Rome, Venice, Assisi, Nice and all other beautiful places! read more We will recommend all the optional activities as they are very enjoyable and often we can get into places before the public or in the best timing. The only thing that we fell not quite perfect is probably some of the hotels we stayed in not quite 4-star standard and a couple of the dinners in hotels were less desirable.
Global Journeys and our consultant Madeline was great throughout the booking process, and they have the most competitive price too!
Global Journeys and our consultant Madeline was great throughout the booking process, and they have the most competitive price too!
Everything was great from booking the tour to the destinations and history telling from Travel Director. Everything was perfect and was more than I expected.
Our trip to Spain Portugal & Morroco was fantastic 3
Treasures of Spain, Portugal & Morocco
Keith & Barbara, QLD, Australia, Mar 2018
Have travelled with Insight 2 previous times and they are really the best. Our favourite city was Seville, could have stayed longer there and also at the Costa Del Sol. Was very surprised by Morocco the whole trip through this area was so fascinating, we felt very safe all the away, and also our guide was absolutely fantastic.
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Treasures of Spain, Portugal & Morocco
Ian , VIC, Australia, Mar 2018
From day 1 the tour seemed rushed and poorly organised. In real terms we saw nothing of Madrid other than sitting in a bus and having sites pointed out. On one occasion we went for a short walk around the palace area. Visiting Prado Museum was great but it too was rushed. Basically we should have had two nights with free time to explore the city at read more leisure.
While some hotels were very good, many in Morocco were in state of disrepair. I.e. rain flooded the floor due to windows leaking. The fix was to close the shutters and put the room in darkness. One hotel, the evening meal was what was served at breakfast Or was it the breakfast meal they served in the evening.
As for the belly dancing night out, I could have done better myself. Not a patch on what Insight provided in Turkey. It was the pits. One excursion was cancelled, not enough people, what a joke And for whatever the reason in Morocco, we travelled the day along one highway just to return along the same highway to get to our next destination.. Let me say however Jorge our tour director worked his butt off.
Given it was Insight it was a disappointing tour.
While some hotels were very good, many in Morocco were in state of disrepair. I.e. rain flooded the floor due to windows leaking. The fix was to close the shutters and put the room in darkness. One hotel, the evening meal was what was served at breakfast Or was it the breakfast meal they served in the evening.
As for the belly dancing night out, I could have done better myself. Not a patch on what Insight provided in Turkey. It was the pits. One excursion was cancelled, not enough people, what a joke And for whatever the reason in Morocco, we travelled the day along one highway just to return along the same highway to get to our next destination.. Let me say however Jorge our tour director worked his butt off.
Given it was Insight it was a disappointing tour.
The Irish highlights tour was a great way of seeing Ireland in miniature. You got to see the main areas. I found that if I went wandering through the villages instead of having lunch it gave me a full view of day to day life with the locals, popping into their supermarkets was a great way of seeing everything and grabbing a sandwich at the same time.
Ticked all the boxes ... and more!! 10
Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima
Chris, QLD, Australia, Mar 2018
A fabulous trip that exceeded all my expectations in every way. Hotels were exceptional - 5 star all the way with excellent proximity to everything. The bigger the city though, the smaller the room!! Included meals were excellent - again better than expected - certainly for a person who isn't usually wild about Japanese food.
Our guide, Yama, was read more exceptional, and ran the trip like clockwork - which is how everything in Japan seems to run. Ours was the PERFECT departure time for cherry blossoms in the coastal and lower areas and snow in the Alps. The highlights for me were the night in the traditional ryokan, the glorious views of Mt Fuji, Hiroshima, the thousands of Tori gates and Miyajima.
The trip was fairly full on with some quite early starts and late finishes and the walking was substantial - no less than 10kms per day. The optional tours (4) did not represent great value - especially the one pub meal where the food was not all that great and the concept of sharing was not the same as ours!! The tea ceremony was only 30 minutes long. The Gion theatre tour was more interesting and we could not have done that one on our own as its very popular and certainly the best of the optional tours.
I was surprised at how expensive EVERYTHING is in Japan. A can of coke at dinner - $10 (no drinks were included with any of our dinner meals - so all represented additional extras). No such thing as diet drinks - the Japanese don't need them. Vending machines are everywhere and much cheaper for drinks and ice creams. Ice cram varieties are amazing and delicious and well worth trying.
The only thing I didn't like was the crowds of people - we queued for everything - even when we had bookings. The congestion on streets made walking up some streets really difficult and not great for strolling. Can highly recommend the trip as a great introduction to an amazing country and culture.
Our guide, Yama, was read more exceptional, and ran the trip like clockwork - which is how everything in Japan seems to run. Ours was the PERFECT departure time for cherry blossoms in the coastal and lower areas and snow in the Alps. The highlights for me were the night in the traditional ryokan, the glorious views of Mt Fuji, Hiroshima, the thousands of Tori gates and Miyajima.
The trip was fairly full on with some quite early starts and late finishes and the walking was substantial - no less than 10kms per day. The optional tours (4) did not represent great value - especially the one pub meal where the food was not all that great and the concept of sharing was not the same as ours!! The tea ceremony was only 30 minutes long. The Gion theatre tour was more interesting and we could not have done that one on our own as its very popular and certainly the best of the optional tours.
I was surprised at how expensive EVERYTHING is in Japan. A can of coke at dinner - $10 (no drinks were included with any of our dinner meals - so all represented additional extras). No such thing as diet drinks - the Japanese don't need them. Vending machines are everywhere and much cheaper for drinks and ice creams. Ice cram varieties are amazing and delicious and well worth trying.
The only thing I didn't like was the crowds of people - we queued for everything - even when we had bookings. The congestion on streets made walking up some streets really difficult and not great for strolling. Can highly recommend the trip as a great introduction to an amazing country and culture.
We were so lucky to have a wonderful and caring 2 people, our driver Milan and tour director Jeffrey. They gave and provide their best for the 40 people who did the tour. It's well organised and everyone really had an enjoyable time. Meeting and getting to know new friends. The only problem is going back to the airport. Although, I mentioned before read more we left if we can get a transport to the airport, and came back to me that it was okay... at the end, we still need to provide our own transport. Aside from that, I am looking forward to do it again.
