On Wendy Wu's fully-inclusive 'Classic' group tours, everything is taken care of including return international flights, read more accommodation (3 - 4 star), fully escorted touring, sightseeing and all meals. The minimum age is 12 years and the maximum group size is only 28 travellers.
Get off the beaten track and enjoy immersive experiences on each fully guided trip designed for the more active traveller. read more Each trip includes return international flights along with most or all of your meals, 3 - 4 star accommodation with some unique stays and a maximum group size of only 18 travellers.
Ocean cruises, with some of the world's leading cruise lines, packaged with pre or post cruise fully escorted tours, including read more return international flights, port transfers, 4 star accommodation, a maximum of 28 travellers and a choice of ocean view or balcony cabins.
This festive season, let the magic of Christmas come together with the wonders of travel on one of Wendy Wu's unforgettable read more Christmas tours. If warmer destinations beckon, greet the sunrise over the tranquil waters of Halong Bay or surround yourself with the diverse wildlife of South Africa or Sri Lanka.
Since Wendy launched her inaugural tour to China in 1994, Wendy Wu Tours has has grown from strength to strength. Initially focused on China, the company now offers exceptional tours to a variety of destinations, including Japan, South East Asia, Central Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East.
"We are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences to our customers that encompass a range of ‘must sees’ and ‘off the beaten track’ adventures. We have pioneered access to untapped regions of our world and showcased the amazing spirit in each local community. Our staff have travelled extensively throughout these regions and their knowledge is evident in every detail of your holiday."
We aim to include as much as possible so you can enjoy every moment! Value for money has been our ethos from the very beginning; your flights, your accommodation, all or most meals, touring, visas, transport, and expert guides are all included and deliver exceptional value.
You can be safe in the knowledge that your accommodation has been hand-picked to best suit the locations you’ll visit. Our Classic Tours feature comfortable, locally rated 3-4 star properties, ranging from smart business hotels to family-run guesthouses. On Go Beyond Tours you may find yourself in more unusual, characterful or more rustic accommodation which fits perfectly with these tours’ adventurous spirit.
Wendy Wu Tours offer a variety of touring styles to cater to every traveller's preferences, whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or within a larger group, everyone is welcome.
Our much-loved National Escorts, whose knowledge, passion, story and dedication to our customers have won us one of the best reputations in the industry, will make your holiday with us truly extraordinary. You will fall in love with them just as much as their homeland..
We not only take you to lesser visited places, but offer authentic experiences throughout. Be it learning a local craft, practicing an old tradition or dining with locals, you'll get under the skin of our destinations and their cultures.
Wendy Wu will do their best to accommodate your special request. Please advise us of any medical requirements, special meal requests or dietary requirements, special needs, or medical conditions we should be aware of at time of booking.
2-3 weeks before you travel you will receive your final documentation, including a detailed day-by-day itinerary, hotel list, flight tickets (if applicable), visas and passports (if applicable) and pre-departure travel guide.
Wendy Wu recommend you see your doctor at least six weeks prior to travel for advice and to allow time for any necessary vaccinations. Please remember to take your itinerary with you.
All travellers are limited to two items of luggage each; a suitcase with a maximum weight of 20kg and one piece of hand luggage with a maximum weight of 5kgs. Tours in India are restricted to 15kg of checked in luggage and 5kg of hand luggage due to internal flight restrictions. Your final documentation will outline more detail as well as any specific airline restrictions.
Airlines release their flight schedules approximately 10-11 months prior to the flight date. If you book a tour with a departure date outside of this range, your place on the group tour will be confirmed immediately and once available to Wendy Wu, your flights will be held and a copy of the flight itinerary will be sent to you.
Wendy Wu allow children 12 years and over on their group tours.
Every group tour that has 10 or more passengers travelling will be accompanied by a National Escort from the moment you exit the airport, to when you depart. On multi-country tours, a different National Escort is used in each country. Extensions and stopovers are not accompanied by a National Escort; however you will have the benefit of our knowledgeable Local Guides. Transfers and flights to and from optional extension destinations are not escorted.
All tours are guaranteed at the listed price operating with a National Escort, providing a minimum of 10 travellers are booked to travel on that departure.
Your group will be made up of travellers from diverse backgrounds and will be varied in age. Wendy Wu's groups generally mix well due to a shared interest in travel and eagerness to explore all that the destinations Wendy Wu have to offer.
Wendy Wu want you to have the best tour experience possible, so you should be in reasonably good health and be able to participate in all activities unaided. Some of their itineraries include difficult conditions which can make physical activities challenging. Each group tour is graded (and shown on the itinerary page) to reflect the level of fitness required to assist you in making the best choice.
At a minimum a reasonable level of fitness is required on all tours. You'll be getting on and off coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps. On many Go Beyond Tours you'll need to be fit and adventurous to participate as on some days you will be active for most of the day. The terrain may be more challenging and the activities more physically demanding.
Wendy Wu Tours have reserved selected departures on some of their most popular Classic Tours exclusively for customers who prefer to share their wonderful holiday experiences with a readymade group of like-minded solo travellers. These departures are labeled 'Solo Departure' on each itinerary page.
Wendy Wu's passengers generally enjoy the mixture of Australian (mostly), New Zealand and British clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English speaking passengers from other countries including the US and Canada. All of our tours are lead by English speaking National Escorts and/or Local Guides.
The dress code while on tour is very relaxed; however please note that clothing covering the arms and legs may be more appropriate when visiting religious buildings. Wendy Wu suggest smart casual attire for the evenings. A packing list will be provided in your final documentation.
Attractions may be closed at any given time, often without reasonable notice. Such closures may impact the ability to visit such attractions during your tour. Wendy Wu will do their utmost to provide advance notice in these circumstances, however such closures are out of their control. Alternative touring will be arranged should this occur.
On Classic Group Tours, all meals (excluding beverages) are included unless specifically stated otherwise. Discovering new cuisine is a highlight of travel to Asia and your Local Guide will give you tips on local specialties to try. You will sample a range of local cuisine with occasional western meals, and meals are usually taken at local restaurants. In remote areas, some meals may be basic or repetitive.
On Go Beyond tours some meals are included however Wendy Wu have also included several free evenings, offering flexibility for those who wish to explore local restaurants. Please check your day-by-day tour itinerary for details of which meals are included.
With Wendy Wu's flight inclusive option, they will do the planning for you and meet you on arrival. They include airport pickup upon arrival at your destination and drop off at the end of your tour (on the scheduled tour arrival and departure days) and when booking pre or post tour accommodation with Wendy Wu and Global Journeys.
We partner with established and reputable airlines for your international flights and we can assist with upgrading your seat to premium or business class for an additional cost. Our team will work with you to choose your ideal routing and if we make changes to your tour itinerary that impact flights, we’ll rebook them for you.
Wendy Wu offer Australian Seniors Card holders from NSW, QLD, VIC and WA a $100pp discount off their trips. Let us know when you are enquiring and we can add the discount to your quote. You will be asked for your Seniors Card number.
Valid on Classic, Go Beyond and Dedicated Solo departure group tours. Note: This saving is not valid in conjunction with any other Wendy Wu offer shown, except their loyalty discount.
By way of saying thank you for choosing to book with Wendy Wu, as soon as you return from your Wendy Wu holiday, you are entitled to an exclusive discount when booking your next tour - as well as Global Journeys Loyalty Savings!
So the more you travel with us, the more you save. Welcome to the Wendy Wu VIP Club!
The short answer is no. However it does depend on the trip you choose and the destination you're exploring. Tipping while on holiday is common in most parts of the world, however, it is not always clear who it is appropriate to tip and how much.
Furthermore, travellers may not have the right amounts of cash available at the right time. In order to avoid any inconvenience Wendy Wu operates a tipping policy where a stated amount is given to your National Escort at the beginning of your tour and tips are disbursed amongst your main service providers (for example local guides and drivers) throughout your tour.
The amount is designed to be at a reasonable level for travellers while being fair to the local people and includes a gratuity for the National Escort. Any other tipping, such as tips for bathroom attendants or hotel porters that are taking luggage to your room, is at your discretion based on satisfaction of services received, as are gratuities for additional requested special services.
Wendy Wu generally find that most customers appreciate the convenience of our tipping policy, but they do recognize that it may not suit everyone. However, as this is a group tour, Wendy Wu ask that everyone follows the same protocol to be fair to other group members and to ensure the smooth operation of your tour.
Wendy Wu's customary tipping amount is indicated under the 'Trip Notes' on each trip page, and further details are provided in your travel documents.
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