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This was our first food tasting tour so wasn’t sure what to expect. We were very happy we made the decision. Clara was excellent in pointing us to the best places for traditional foods. She also provided the cultural context for the foods we tasted and drinks we tried. What was an added and unexpected benefit from this experience, we saw Porto through the eyes and experience of a young woman who knows Porto and Portugal and has lived abroad. We recommend the tasting tour and highly recommend Clara.

While not sure what to expect - the six of us - joined Susanne for two truly enjoyable ventures through Wien, excuse me, Vienna! She is an excellent story teller, building on the culture, the traditions, the history, and the lore of this city. Each of us had our 'favorite' areas - whether the tour of the Schöebrunn Palace, the Christmas Marketplaces, or just suggestions for other ventures we show take and enjoy while in Vienna. Friendships last a long time!

Moustafa made our short tour of Cairo a memorable experience.

We spent the day touring with Moustafa, and it was a pleasure from the moment he greeted us. He carries himself with calm confidence, and we felt immediately that we were in capable hands. His explanations of Egypt’s history were clear and thoughtful—never rushed, never exaggerated—and he always made sure we understood what we were seeing.
A highlight of the day was our visit with him to the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Navigating a place of that size and importance can be overwhelming, but Moustafa guided us through it with ease. He pointed out details we would have missed, explained the layout, and gave us the kind of context that only someone who truly knows the material can provide.
Later, he arranged a stop for lunch at the Great Pyramid Inn, which offered an unforgettable view of the Sphinx and the pyramids. Sitting there, looking out across the plateau, was one of those rare moments when the day slows down and you simply take it all in. It was a thoughtful choice on his part and something we will remember for a long time.
Throughout the entire tour, Moustafa showed the same steady care. He watched the timing, managed entrances smoothly, and kept us clear of crowds. There were no unwanted stops, no pressure, no unnecessary detours—just an honest, well-organized day with someone who is proud of his country and takes genuine pride in his work.
We felt safe, comfortable, and welcomed from start to finish. Moustafa is a guide we would gladly recommend to anyone visiting Egypt. He treated us with respect, patience, and kindness, and we ended the day feeling that we had not only seen remarkable sites, but met a good man behind them.

What a wonderful 3 hours we spent exploring Bruges with Patrick. His passion for his hometown shines through, and he truly brought the city’s history and culture to life. It was a perfect way to start our visit to this incredible place and set us up for an amazing stay. If you are visiting Bruges, we would highly recommend spending some time with Patrick. You won’t be disappointed.

Roxanne was a walking talking Wikipedia. She is very personable and her knowledge of Vienna was impressive. We had a great tour and it fully met our expectations.

What a perfect introduction to Venice. Lucrezia’s passion for sharing her city with us through stories, curious facts and locations was engaging. It’s things like the early digital clock in the piazza, the specially carved cat water bowls at the town water cisterns and the ugly faces on the church bell towers that have stayed with us as we walk the streets and alleyways. Lucrezia taught us to read the sights and clues we’d normally walk past to bring the history of Venice to life.

She was also able to link our movie goers knowledge of Venice to life through pointing out set locations and sights for well known James Bond and Spiderman scenes.

Lucrezia’s tips on where to get the best tiramisu, gelato, fresh food, and the best Venetian restaurants to dine at have made us feel a little like seasoned locals.

Leading up to our trip Lucrezia helped us understand how to get around with the public transport boats, and at the end of our tour she explained the best way to visit Murano and Burano.

Thank you Lu for making our stay in Venice so rich in meaning and experience.

Today Yousuf showed us Musqat. We arrived this morning in Oman and Yousuf was so kind to allow us a late start. He drived us arround with his SUV and showed us the highlights of Musqat and explained us all about the history. His English is very good making it easy to talk with him. He even visited Europe a few times so he can easily discuss the cultural differences between the regions. He is fun and very flexible in mindset. Thx. Yousuf 😀 br Paul from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

I really loved this experience!! This is the perfect way to get to know Ho Chi Minh and the surrounding areas. I didn't have time to plan my trip, but I didn't really have to. I just threw a few ideas at Letty and she turned that into a curated 3-day trip. The guides were very knowledgeable and spoke great English. Everything was handled very well and I can say it was also very safe (even in the Ho Chi Minh city traffic with those little bikes!). I enjoyed the craft beer tour so much I did it twice!!

Ines was outstanding from start to finish. Her deep knowledge of the area, combined with a friendly and approachable personality, made the entire experience both educational and enjoyable. The pacing of the tour was perfect, allowing plenty of time to explore while never feeling rushed. Thanks to Ines’ professionalism, enthusiasm, and genuine passion for the subject, this tour became one of the highlights of our trip.

We had an absolutely fantastic tour with John, a proud 4th generation Singaporean. His extensive knowledge of Singapore's food, history, architecture, and multicultural harmony truly enriched our experience. John’s passion for his country and its people shines through in every story he shares. We cherished every moment of our tour and cannot recommend him highly enough to anyone looking to explore Singapore! Wonderful experience :-).

10 Tastings Chiang Mai -Our guide Purichat (May) was very knowledgeable about the Lana food and culture and how the dishes came to be. It was more than a food tour, it was an experience. We had tastings of food that we otherwise would not have eaten, or even known about. The origins and ingredients of the dishes were very interesting. Must do tour. We would do it again when we come back (hopefully with more spice tolerance), and hopefully with the same guide. Highly recommended!

We did a 3 hr private tour in Ravenna with Luana. She is very knowledgeable and did a great job managing the tour. Highly recommend !

We had the most amazing 6 hour tour with Piyaporn. Not only does she have extensive knowledge of the areas she takes you to, but has impressive knowledge of the history and political climate of the country that puts everything into context. She provided an amazing driver and vehicle and we felt spoiled all day. She also has a heart of gold and makes sure the furry friends at these sites are taken care of. I already know that when I come back I will book a different tour with Piyaporn and I would recommend her to anyone. Such a lovely person and informative tour. She's like family now :)

To spend time with Patrick was a pleasure. His English was perfect and he understood a broad Scottish accent. We went at a gentle pace around the city and I never felt rushed. With a encyclopedic knowledge of Chile and Santiago he answered all my questions and advised me where to go for food,entertainment and culture. I wish I could have spent a much longer time in his company. Patrick thank you.

Emoke was helpful and charming from the moment we made our booking and met us with a smile on the day of our tour. Her knowledge of the history and architecture of the city was excellent. Emoke’s personal and family real life experience of Hungary’s period under Soviet control was fascinating. Some top tips for the rest of our trip and some nice local cafes visited made an overall fabulous tour for us all. Definitely recommend a tour with Emoke for anyone wanting to visit Budapest.

We really enjoyed the tour. Interesting facts about the origins of Dubai and how it has developed over such a short time! Ikram is warm and entertaining and we would definitely highly recommend!!

We started in Heroes’ Square where Gabor gave us a brief history of Hungary which set the scene for the tour. I liked the way Gabor wove this into the tour and the architecture of Budapest; for example, the rivalry between Vienna & Budapest.

I bought an expensive gift voucher for my brother who has moved to Lisbon. It turned out that there were no experiences he could do as a single person which didn’t involve walking a lot, which he can’t do. Withlocals refused to refund the voucher, even though it would cost them nothing to do so. Very disappointing.

Thanks Sandra for a great tour, it was the perfect start of a great weekend in Stockholm.

Our day trip to Potsdam with Pablo was absolutely wonderful. We shared a list of things we wanted to do (including a leisurely lunch!), and he went above and beyond to make it all happen. We saw everything we hoped to see and enjoyed a fantastic meal at the most charming restaurant. Pablo was incredibly knowledgeable about both Berlin and Potsdam, and he filled our day with fascinating stories and history. His enthusiasm and depth of insight made the experience truly special. I wish there were a Pablo in every city I visit! Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting a seamless, engaging, and memorable day in Potsdam.