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• Excellent - 1,963 reviews for Germany tours

The tour director Maria was great

We had a wonderful time on this trip! So much to see in 3 weeks. Our tour guide Bernie McCarthy was EXCELLANT! As well as our bus driver Donalto. Bernie was so informative with history facts about the areas we were travelling through. I couldn’t write fast enough in my book! The hotels, meals, local tour guides were way beyond than what we expected. So organized, efficient and overall perfect. We are already planning our next Trafalgar trip!

• Excellent - 19,697 reviews for Germany tours

This was my first experience with you team and I returned very safely and memorable

Overall experience was great.

Euroadventures

• Good - 38 reviews for Germany tours

The tour company should allow the travelers use the bathroom before the trip, instead of directing them to use outside facilities just before the tour started. Maybe just grant one that request.

The Euro Adventures team did a fantastic job with organising accommodation and where able to help me with extra accommodation prior to the tour date as I was arriving early. Also great communication before, during and post the tour date. The detailed information sent via email for Octoberfest was really useful also the instructions and tips for getting to and from the accommodation was really helpful.

Insight Vacations

• Excellent - 651 reviews for Germany tours

It was OK. Hour long local tours is not enough Accommodations were fine, not all centrally located. No restaurant recommendations from tour guide

There was the largest December snow in 90 years just before we a. It made getting there a little difficult but well worth it! Our carriage ride was magical. Greg made it even more special. He was so attentive to everyone’s needs and abilities. Never rushing anyone. Not to mention his surprises every time we got back on the bus. Starting each day with “Louie Armstrongs it’s a wonderful world. We all would sing along. We became friends instantly and felt like family within just a few days together. I highly recommend Greg as a tour guide he really added to the experience. The atmosphere he created by showing us all how much he truly cared for each of us. He is an exceptional person and I for one feel that the trip would have not been the same without him!!!!!

• Good - 13 reviews for Germany tours

Highly recommend this trip. The days can be long but the views are worth it. Most of the route is paved so you can probably get away with hiking shoes or trail running shoes. There is luggage transfer available but I didn't need it. The route from Unken to Waidring could be updated but I was able to find an alternate route with the map. Before you start you're given the full itinerary with a navigation system on the app as well as paper copies of everything.

Wir waren mit Eurohike v. Garmisch nach Meran unterwegs.Die angegeben Tageskilometer stimmen oft nicht mit den tatsächlichen Km überein. Für eine Übernachtung gab es keine richtige Wegbeschreibung zum Hotel. Ganz daneben fanden wir jedoch den Rücktransfer. Das Hotel war außerhalb von Meran, so dass wir ein Taxi benötigen um an den von Eurohike genannten Sammelpunkt zu kommen,. da es hierfür keine öffentliche Verkehrsmittel gab. Weiterfahrti in Bozen mit 1 1/2 Std. Wartezeit abseits am Busterminal. Leider ist Eurohike häufig ungenau was zu Mehrkosten, Wartezeiten und Verdruss führt. Fazit: Die Qualität der Organisation u der angegeben Daten stehen in keinem Verhältnis zum Reisepreis. M. Wagner

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• Good - 20 reviews for Germany tours

Really enjoyed this tour. It was exactly what we were looking for, the independence to do what we wanted on some days and some tours organised for us on other days. Communication from Tour radar was great through What’s App. The only thing we would change would be to upgrade the two 3 star motels to 4 star motels.

I paid for a daily excursion and the tour guide did not show up. The rest of the tour was ok.

• Excellent - 17 reviews for Germany tours

Wunderschöne Tour. Wir sind die Tour bis Salzburg gefahren. Von Anfang bis Ende tolle Radwege und sehr schöne Landschaft. Mit der Eurobike App wird der Weg super leicht navigiert. Super Service vom gesamten Eurobike-Team. Viele Sehenswürdigkeiten auf der Strecke. Ich kann die Tour nur weiterempfehlen.

Setting up the tour, and the tour itself were wonderful. We had a few glitches in our plans and Paula was a great help in getting them worked out. Hotels were very good and clean, food at the hotels, excellent! That said, the bikes were NOT. Even though they were brand new, and the gearing great for what they were. However, we did this tour under our own power, no electric bikes, and were told that hybrid bikes were not available for this tour, also told we weren’t allowed to use clip-in pedals. The bikes were heavy, and we found ourselves walking and pushing them up many hills, some rocky and gravel roads, which, if we would have had a decent bike for this tour, a hybrid bike, we would most likely had an easier time of it. Not happy about the bikes! Also, the opening page of the tour says 1-99 as in years old of people that could do this tour, definitely false advertising, there is no way, even with the electric bikes, that some people could not navigate the roads on this tour. We are 2 women in our 70’s and did it, I am proud to say, we have a lot of experience, it was not easy. It could have been much more enjoyable with a different bike. Over all, a fantastic trip. Thank you.

• Excellent - 370 reviews for Germany tours

All happened according to expectation

We had a wonderful cruise

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Agate Travel

• Excellent - 288 reviews for Germany tours

• Excellent - 74,918 reviews for Germany tours

Very organized, the hotels were great, the breakfasts were outstanding. The tour guide was organized and the bus driver was beyond amazing!

The tour was comprehensive and well planned. The tour director and tour guides were all very good. My primary complaint, and warning to anyone considering a Globus tour, is not to go with any kind of an odd number. 1 person, 3 people, 5 person party, etc. Everything is set up for 2s. We were a family of three, and were told (I called and emailed ahead of time) that since we were paying full price for three people, our room would be a "triple." They implied that this was something different than a double. It was not. Our room was the exact same as a double, just with a cot thrown in. The problem with that is the rooms in German hotels are TINY, and so once you add a cot, I kid you not, there was NO room for luggage to be opened. I generally had to take the little night table and chair included in the room and put it in the hallway outside the room just to open a single luggage at a time (and we had three). At night, with the cot, it was a safety hazard as there was barely a walkway to the bathroom. Having us pay a third full price fare for NO change in the hotel is pretty much a scam. I get that there was likely a fee for the third continental breakfast in the morning, but still. Now that I've warned anyone considering an odd-numbered party, I will say that other than that the trip was a reasonable success. I wish the included dinners weren't in the hotel (it reminded me of going to a conference, with bland hotel buffets, when I would have preferred eating the local cuisine), but other than that, really, the tour was enjoyable and as expected.

Terranova Touristik

• Excellent - 247 reviews for Germany tours

This is definitely is a beautiful and worthwhile bike tour. Prior to coming to Germany, I had done a 6day self guided cycling trip in Belgium and another in Holland. There is so much to see and do in the Rhine Valley, which might be best appreciated by taking a day off from cycling during the trip to do more visiting, prior to moving on. In hindsight, I considered this for Belgium and Holland, but would recommend it for the Rhine. Otherwise, the trip was well organized, Terranova was very responsive and pleasant and the bike rode well. I used the downloaded GPS files on an app with my phone attached to my handlebar. I don't know how using paper copies of maps would work but I imagine it would be quite challenging. It was hot and humid during my trip, higher 20s, which isn't crazy, but all the hotel rooms were very hot. Not sure if the higher standard hotels, I used the Bs, would have AC or functional AC, but if so ,I would consider this in the hot season. All and all, I loved the Rhine Valley and would recommend it.

Nice itinerary along beautiful stretches of the Mainz and Rhine rivers. With a couple of exceptions, route was well marked. Second day ride involved some elevation and was challenging with relatively heavy, non electric bike. One of the recommended dinner locations was permanently closed. Accomodations and included breakfasts were excellent.

DCS Touristik

• Excellent - 3 reviews for Germany tours

The ship was beautiful.the care was excellent.

Eine fantastische Crew ließ keine Wünsche offen!

Exodus Adventure Travels

• Excellent - 13,268 reviews for Germany tours

Poor communication from the agents. Too many layers of agents. Go direct I say. Once travelling it was fine. A few long rides (70 and 60 kms) that could have been shorter. The ride into Linz was tough but doable - they are upgrading the bike track. Hotel choices were great.

We really enjoyed the hikes that Bob took us on. Bob, made it very enjoyable and he picked the hikes that would be perfect for the group.

Indus Travels

• Excellent - 262 reviews for Germany tours

Tour was OK. Sites great, organization seriously lacking. Indus communication was horrible. Can't get a prompt response from any questions by phone or email but I get daily marketing emails from them instead.

Marvelous Germany chose some excellent sites in both Germany and France. The hotels were good overall, especially the historic hotel in Füssen. Unfortunately, communication from Indus was extremely poor. Instead of sending us complete itinerary information well in advance, it came the same week of departure (after multiple requests by phone and email that were never followed up by Indus) and that required us to create an account and log into their website to retrieve it ourselves. Buried in the fine print was the name of our German tour guide from a different company ... and Indus got his name incorrect. We were not even given a specific time to meet the guide. Shuttles to and from connecting airports were nonexistent, we relied on public transportation. There was a mix-up with hotel rooms on the first day, apparently Indus was unclear about who was in which room and who reserved single bed versus double bed accommodations. On the first evening, the German guide did nothing but check off names and hand out hotel room keys. He didn't provide any information or guided tour of Frankfurt at all. Our guide was knowlegable but not very communicative. Two older women on the tour with hearing aids couldn't hear most of what he mumbled. The problem wasn't the language, it was as though he didn't have any material prepared to tell us and did not attempt to read his audience to ensure everyone got the message. We all had to ask questions constantly to get anything out of him. During the farm visit & cheese tasting, our guide attempted to translate what the farmer explained in German. It was very clear that the farmer was explaining everything is significantly more detail than our guide gave us. More than once he got it wrong and the _farmer_ corrected our guide's translation. Our guide's navigation, driving skill, and narration were all very below average. We were not on a large motor coach, this was a full size van similar in size to typical bloated American vehicles. On multiple occasions he stopped in the middle of intersections, cut off other vehicles, drove around in circles, missed the correct turn, used turn signals inconsistently, and nearly took out a biker. This appeared to be not due to aggressive driving behavior but rather due to indecision. It looked like our guide had no pre-prepared route plan or parking plan. At many destinations instead of parking at the obvious convenient parking garage and leading a walking tour with a proper discussion, he'd drop the whole group off and let us explore on our own for only a very short time. Why he couldn't park the van and walk with us was a mystery. While the group itself was able to manage, this WAS NOT advertised as a self-guided tour. At Neuschweinstein, our guide made us pay for a public bus -- why was that not included in the tour???? Thank goodness our group had enough local currency on hand to buy tickets. It's simply cheap of the tour company to not pay for convenient local parking and transportation throughout. Meals also felt unplanned. While the tour advertised that several meals were included, it turned out that these were all hotel breakfasts, which were all quite good. We soon learned it was best to have a very hearty breakfast because we never knew where and when lunch might occur. Many days while the guide was "parking" and leaving us to fend for ourselves, we had to find our own restaurant and attempt to eat quickly (not an easy feat in Germany where meals are normally taken at a very casual pace). This subtracted substantially from the time we would have liked to tour the towns. Our guide generally did drop the group off at or near the pedestrian centre of a town where there were options but he clearly did not have specific recommendations, nor did he seem to read the audience to know our dining preferences. In general, he did not express any interest in joining the group for dinners so that too was for us to figure out on our own. On the last day, it felt as though the guide couldn't wait to drop us off as soon as possible at our last hotel and disappear. Biggest complaint of all: we did not feel comfortable that the tour guide lost/broke his mobile phone in the middle of the tour and left us no way to contact him. We asked him several times, and he had many opportunities to buy a replacement. He simply didn't. If any serious incident happened when he was AWOL, we would not know who to contact or how. In summary, Germany is a beautiful place with many interesting historical and cultural things to discover. The big cities were less relaxing with traffic and construction and higher prices but that was to be expected. The small towns, castles, beautiful river valleys and Schwartzwald made up for that. If we would change anything in the itinerary, it would be more coordination and efficient guide to have time to enjoy the small towns. We had a great time with our new friends in the group and would travel with them again anytime. Unfortunately, both Indus and their outsourced local guide company were very underwhelming. With better professionalism and attention to detail, the trip would have been great.

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Top Tour Operators and Travel Agencies in Germany 2024/2025

Top Tour Operators and Travel Agencies in Germany. Below you will find 21 of the best tour operators and travel agencies in Germany offering in total 289 tours and holidays through-out Germany. Combined they have received 446 customer reviews and an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars. The top tour activities offered in Germany are: Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history, Boat tours, water sports and marine wildlife & Adventure and sport.

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21 Tour Operators in Germany with 446 Reviews

Insight Vacations

• Address 33 Kern Road, Toronto, Canada
• Response Rate 86%
• Response Time 1 hour

Walkers' Britain

• Address 1B Osiers Road, London, England
• Response Rate 83%
• Response Time 2 hours

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• Address Picquet House, St Peter Port, Guernsey, London, England
• Response Rate 90%
• Response Time 3 hours

Expat Explore

• Address 10 Merryweather Place, London, England

Indus Travels

• Address 233, 11951 Hammersmith Way, Richmond, Canada
• Response Rate 98%

G Adventures

• Address G Adventures Ltd, 60 Bastwick Street, London, England

Back-Roads Touring

• Address 109 Power Road, Chiswik, London, England
• Response Rate 88%

• Address 38-51 Bedford Way, London, England

Original Europe Tours GmbH

• Address Pettenkoferstraße 17A, Berlin, Germany
• Response Rate 13%

Europamundo

• Address c/ Garcia de Paredes Nº 55 1ª Planta, Madrid, Spain
• Response Rate 96%

Exodus Travels

• Address Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, England
• Response Rate 85%

CroisiEurope

• Address 12 Rue De La Division Leclerc, Nedre Rhin, France
• Response Rate 87%

• Address 1B Osiers Road, Wandsworth, London, England
• Response Rate 91%

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It was truly a whirl through Europe and it was all I expected and so much more. Every day was filled with new experiences and memories to take home with me. Our fell...

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The itinerary included terrific countries and cities. The tour was fast-paced, but we saw beautiful, educational, and exciting places. If you choose to take this tou...

The tour was very much like a sampling of various locations. We did not spend enough time in most places to really feel like we know the areas. However, once we acc...

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by Sascha Tegtmeyer

With the choice of the tour operator or travel agent, the vacation stands or falls. In particular, those who book a package tour must have great confidence in the company planning their vacation. Below I have listed some providers that are active in Europe.

As a traveler or vacationer, you basically have two options: Either you book a trip individually by booking flights, Hotels , transfers and other services search and book themselves. Or you trust a tour operator or travel agent when planning your holiday, from whom you buy a package tour or individual products.

In Germany alone there are 3.089 tour operators with a turnover of 12,5 billion euros (2020 - in the previous year 2019 35,4 billion euros) per year. The largest tour operator in Germany is TUI with a turnover of 7,9 billion euros (as of 2020 - source: Statista.de ). Especially in times of Corona pandemic The concept of the package tour has proven itself: If problems arise at the holiday destination, the tour operator usually steps in and helps the holidaymaker to survive the crisis or to plan the return trip.

Depending on what type of crisis it is and what services travelers and holidaymakers have booked in advance, they can even claim reimbursement of the travel price. In the case of a private, individual booking, however, travelers are responsible for all services themselves and may have to deal with hotels and airlines themselves in crisis situations. Because of this, I would - maybe my most important Vacation tip currently - currently always recommend booking a package tour with a tour operator - or booking through a travel agent with a tour operator.

Because the difference between a tour operator and a travel agent is that travel agents only refer customers to a tour operator about their offers. Ultimately, it is the tour operator who plans the trip or vacation

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I have given you a list of tour operators and travel agents with whom I have had good experiences so far. Depending on what type of vacation you are planning, there are different travel providers and booking platforms available to you. The list of tour operators currently only includes German providers.

List of the most popular tour operators and travel agents in Germany

Below I have put together a list for you of many of the largest and most popular tour operators in Germany. The list is certainly not complete. New suppliers are constantly being added - and some are disappearing from the market.

• ADAC travel
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• TUI MAGIC LIFE
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• Holiday tourism
• For You Travel
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• Inter Chalet
• Jahn travel
• LMX tourism
• Lufthansa Holidays
• Maris travel
• Meier's world travel
• Phoenix Reisen
• Robinson Club
• Schauinsland Travel
• Thomas Cook (bankrupt)
• vtours international

For different preferences – Which tour operators are there?

Basically, for every preference and every type of travel, there is a suitable tour operator who specializes in exactly that. This makes it easy for travelers to contact a tour operator when planning their vacation, who will plan and organize the trip. Which tour operators are there? Different types of tour operators are presented below and their characteristics are described.

Traditional Tour Operators

Traditional tour operators are companies that plan and organize trips for their customers. They often offer vacation packages that include flights, accommodation and sometimes activities. These tour operators often have a wide variety of destinations and types of travel, and cater to a wide variety of interests and budgets. Some well-known traditional tour operators in Germany are TUI, FTI and Alltours.

specialist tour operator

Special tour operators concentrate on certain types of travel, regions or target groups. For example, there are tour operators who specialize in city trips or active trips. Others are aimed at specific target groups such as families or seniors. These tour operators often offer special know-how and a wide range of trips for their specific target group or type of travel. Well-known special tour operators are, for example, StaTravel for student trips or ADAC Reisen for tours with a mobile home.

Online Tour Operator

Online tour operators are tour operators who sell their tours over the Internet. Customers can conveniently book and plan trips from home. Many online tour operators offer a wide variety of trips at great prices because they don't have the high cost of running travel agencies. Well-known online tour operators are Booking.com, Expedia and Opodo.

individual tour operator

Individual tour operators are tour operators who offer individually tailored trips. These tour operators often work with local suppliers to provide a tailor-made trip for the customer. These operators offer more flexible travel planning and can accommodate special requests and needs. Well-known individual tour operators are, for example, Tourlane or itravel.

There are a variety of tour operators that offer different types of travel and specialize in different target groups and types of travel. Anyone planning a trip has a wide range of tour operators to choose from and can choose the one that best suits their needs and desires. Whether one chooses a traditional tour operator, a specialist tour operator, an online tour operator or an individual tour operator depends on personal preferences and travel needs. However, it is worth comparing different operators and checking the offers carefully in order to book the best trip at a great price.

FAQs – Tour operators and travel agents – the most important questions and answers

If you are looking for a reputable and sustainable tour operator, travel agent, travel provider or an online travel booking platform, you certainly have many questions - for example where is the best place to book a holiday? I have put together the most important questions and answers on the subject of tour operators for you.

Who is the best tour operator?

There are numerous good and popular tour operators in Germany. My personal best tour operator is FTI Touristik. I have booked through this travel agent very often and have had very good experiences so far. In terms of booking numbers and turnover, TUI is the most popular tour operator in Germany. My personal ranking of the best tour operators looks like this: 1. FTI tourism 2. Meier's world travel 3.TUI 4 before flight 5. Neckermann Travel 6. Dertour 7. Alltours 8. ITS travel 9. Schauinsland travel 10. VTours

Which other tour operators are there?

The big tour operator Thomas Cook has gone bankrupt. Many travelers ask themselves: "Which tour operators are still there?" A selection of tour operators that are still active on the market are: 1. FTI tourism 2. Meier's world travel 3.TUI 4 before flight 5. Neckermann Travel 6. Dertour 7. Alltours 8. ITS travel 9. Schauinsland travel 10. VTours

Which tour operator is the cheapest?

The Stiftung Warentest has in " test 01/2018 “Travel organizer tested. Schauinsland, FTI and Neckermann were the cheapest tour operators in this test. All other travel agents were more expensive. Neckermann also did well in the area of ​​sustainability.

How is a package tour defined?

By definition, a package tour is characterized by the fact that a tour operator sells at least two travel services as a bundle - such as flight and hotel, but also food, leisure activities and transfer. Of course, more than two travel services can also be sold. The traveler pays a flat rate for the services offered.

Where can I book the cheapest package holidays?

The cheapest way to book package tours is to book them on the Internet at residual space exchanges. You have to be flexible and spontaneous and definitely be ready to leave in a day or two if in doubt. Often these are trips that have been canceled at short notice and would otherwise have been canceled. Some of these can be booked with a discount of up to 70 percent.

Where can I book package holidays?

Which travel company is still safe.

Most of the major tour operators in Germany are safe and won't go bankrupt anytime soon. If you want to be on the safe side, you should book with one of the large and established tour operators such as TUI, FTI or Meier's Weltreisen. These are usually well insured against bankruptcy.

Which tour operator is broke?

Every now and then a tour operator goes bankrupt - just like in any other industry. The British tour operator Thomas Cook went bankrupt in autumn 2019. For many travelers this was a disaster - even years later, many did not get the money back for their booked trips. The German subsidiaries of Thomas Cook were also affected by the bankruptcy.

Which tour operators are still in Germany?

- FTI tourism - Meier's world travel - TUI - 5 before flight - Neckermann Reisen - Dertour - Alltours - ITS travel - Schauinsland Reisen - VTours

Which travel portal?

The Computer picture has rated travel portals and compiled a ranking of the best travel portals that can be used for online travel booking: 1st place: Opodo - www.opodo.de 2nd place: Expedia - www.expedia.de 3rd place: Thomas Cook - is insolvent 4th place: Check24 - www.check24.de 4th place: Holidaycheck - www.holidaycheck.de 6th place: Neckermann - www.neckermann-reisen.de 7th place: WEG - www.weg.de 8th place: TUI - www.tui.com 9th place: off on vacation - www.ab-in-den-urlaub.de Place 10: Alltours - www.alltours.de

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My detailed conclusion.

Many travelers and vacationers rightly swear by booking their trip on their own as an adventure vacation or an individual trip. That's perfectly okay. The package tour is considered a synonym for mass tourism and inexperienced cheap holidaymakers, especially among travel professionals. But that's at most half the story: For mine travel blog Since the beginning of the Corona pandemic, I have been booking Just-Wanderlust.com almost exclusively through tour operators or through travel agents with tour operators.

Because if something goes wrong in a crisis situation, the tour operator is there to take care of it. Corresponding insurance policies are often offered against Corona and even if there is a natural disaster at the holiday destination (think of the volcanic eruption on the Canary Island of La Palma), the tour operator in Germany is responsible.

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10 Best Germany Tour Operators 2024 [Unbiased & With Reviews]

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Now that you’ve decided on Germany tours, the next step is finding the best available options. You’ll find thousands of companies providing the same trips at different prices. It is easy to lose morale even before you start looking. You must be thinking about what criteria should I use to evaluate the best tour companies in Germany? It will dawn on you fast, and you will realize that it is too easy to choose the wrong company, which could waste your money and ruin your vacation.

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Robin and the Tourguides

Established in 2014, Robin and the Tourguides is an independent tour provider operating exclusively in Hamburg, Germany. They are a local German tour company that wants to bring you the beauty and culture of Hamburg through local experiences. The team of tour guides at Robin and the Tourguides comprises of both local and international workers that fell in love with the city.  Together, they want to give you one of the best tourist experiences in Germany.

Robin and the Tourguides Best Germany Tour Packages

With Robin and the Tourguides and their excellent tour packages, you are sure to get only the best experience of Hamburg. Explore 1200 years of history on their Historic City Centre tour of Hamburg. You will be accompanied by a professional tour guide that will show you Hamburg’s churches, Town Hall and even a WWII memorial.

In their Harbor and St. Pauli tour , you will get to see a bustling district filled with artists, activists and musicians. Explore the port, the fish market and all the pubs and clubs dotted around the district.

If you are a beer enthusiast, you definitely want to go on their Craft Beer Tasting Tour . You will taste premium craft beers and have a look at Hamburg’s long brewing history in this tour.

Robin and the Tourguides Reviews

Easily hailed as one of the best tour operators in Germany, Robin and the Tourguides have earned exceptional praise from their customers. They have 4,895 reviews on TripAdvisor and have earned the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. They are ranked as #1 of 268 Tours & Activities in Hamburg. A past customer of theirs wrote:

Victor is an excellent tour guide, knowledgable, professional and entertaining. We highly recommend this introduction to the city of Hamburg… Bernard F

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Freewalk Cologne

Freewalk Cologne offers a unique blend of free city tours, including neighborhood explorations, brewery visits, and historical excursions. The company was established in 2015 by founders, Matthias and Florian. Their team ensures that each tour provides a personal and authentic insight into Cologne’s life, culture, and history. They have a chameleon as their mascot, signifying that they alter and adjust their tours to cater to the diverse interests and preferences of their guests. Join one of the best German tour operators on an exciting and memorable journey of their country.

Freewalk Cologne Best Germany Tour Packages

At Freewalk Cologne, they have a diverse range of tour packages that you can choose from. In their Classic Cologne Free Walking Tour that is held every day, you will learn about Cologne’s intriguing history and interact with its wonderful residents. Explore the Cologne Cathedral and also see the various statues dotted around the city.

Their most unique tour is definitely the Dark Side of the Dom Tour . This “ghost tour” will take you on a chilling ride where you will explore the legends and mysteries of Medieval Cologne.

Also, go on their Legendary Kolsch tour where you will enjoy authentic beers made in Cologne’s Old Town. Visit different breweries and taste beer exclusively brewed in Cologne in this relaxing tour.

Freewalk Cologne Reviews

Freewalk Cologne is one of the top-rated travel agencies in Germany that has been providing excellent tour services to its customers for a long time. They are ranked at the top as #1 of 143 Tours & Activities in Cologne and have 2,208 reviews on TripAdvisor. They have also earned the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice in 2023. A client that recently toured with them wrote:

The walking tour was really enjoyable providing interesting, and amusing facts about Köln all along the way. The 2 hours went quickly despite the cold… Natalie D

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Culture & Touring

Culture and Touring is a locally owned tour company based in Berlin, Germany. They operate private and customized free tours and are one of the best tour companies in Germany.  Their services include walking adventures, sightseeing, cultural, and historical tours. The company was founded by a group of highly qualified professionals passionate about German’s history with extensive experience in the international tourism industry. Together they have crafted amazing tours with personalization options for a unique understanding of their country.

Culture & Touring Best Germany Tour Packages

Culture and Touring offers many unique tour opportunities around locations in Berlin. You can find the perfect tour that fits your needs.  Join them on their Jewish Quarter, Inner Courtyards, and Third Reich Tour . This tour will allow you to discover the Jewish culture from its beginnings in the 15th Century. Discover their synagogues, numerous alleys and art exhibits along the way.

In addition, you can join the  Berlin Wall and Cold War Tour  and learn why the wall was built and what it was like living through 28 years of separation. Indeed, there is no better way of understanding the history of Germany. 

Explore the dark history of Germany on their Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Guided Tour . You will be taken to the first Nazi concentration camp and offer your respects to the many Jews that were killed there.

Culture & Touring Reviews

As one of the highest-reviewed tour operators in Germany, Culture & Touring has 4,527 reviews on TripAdvisor. They are ranked as #2 of 754 Tours & Activities in Berlin and have received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A satisfied customer wrote:

A MUST DO tour of Berlin. You will see a face of the city and it‘s people that it‘s impossible to discover as a tourist walking around on your own… CKreil

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Mike’s Bike Tours and Rentals

Rated as the no. 1 bike tours in Munich, Mike’s Bike Tours and Rentals is a leading tour operator in Germany with an interesting story behind it. The company was founded by Mike Lasher in 1995 after moving to the city from New York. With more than half a million customers served, their tours are fun and enjoyable to tourists of all ages and groups. They are committed to excellence, safety and superb quality. With this company by your side, you are sure to have the most amazing experience of Munich one can ask for!

Mike’s Bike Tours and Rentals Best Germany Tour Packages

Mike’s Bike Tours, you will get a splendid and thrilling experience no matter which tour you choose. Go on their most popular tour started way back in 1995, the Classic Bike Tour . With well-maintained bicycle paths, you will have an entertaining experience of Munich’s highlights and attractions on certified bikes.

If you are a part of a school group visiting Munich, their Private Student Bike Tour will give you tours at special rates while educating you on the history and culture of Munich.

View the castle that inspired Disney on their Neuschwanstein Castle tour . You will get a tour of the most beautiful sceneries of Germany in the Bavarian Alps. You also have the option to bike around the Alpine Lake with professional tour guides at your side.

Mike’s Bike Tours and Rentals Reviews

This leading travel agency in Germany has certainly turned heads with the spectacular bike rides they provide. With over 6,400 reviews on TripAdvisor, they are ranked as #2 of 102 Outdoor Activities in Munich. They were also awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. This is what a past client of theirs wrote:

Mike‘s was ideal for the last day of 2023 trip to Neuschwanstein Castle. The blend of the tour plan/organisation, high quality coach with excellent smooth driver Hans… XYZ

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Fat Tire Tours Berlin

For over a decade, Fat Tire Tours has been crafting safe, fun, and unforgettable experiences for tourists from all over the world. As one of the top-rated tour companies in Germany, Fat Tire Tours has a team of experienced guides always keen to share their love for Berlin. They are friendly, passionate and are always eager to give tips on how to have the best trip in Germany. Founded by David Mebane in 1999, the company’s goal is to bridge the gap between English-speaking visitors and Berlin’s locals.

Fat Tire Tours Berlin Best Germany Tour Packages

Fat Tire Tours provides various tour packages while taking into consideration your interests, time, and budget. Starting off, try their  Third Reich and Nazi Berlin Bike Tour . On this trip, you will learn about the legacy of imperial Germany and their defeat in the 1 st  World War. This tour includes WWII and Holocaust memorials.

 If you want to explore the city at your own pace then, you can join the  private Berlin City Segway Tour . Explore sites of rich history such as the Museum Island, Humboldt University, and the French Quarter.

Furthermore, you can take the company’s most popular Private Berlin Food Tour by Bike . On this tour, you will enjoy an authentic three-course German meal prepared by local chefs while tasting different beers.

Fat Tire Tours Berlin Reviews

As one of the best-rated German tour operators, Fat Tire Tours has consistently provided satisfactory tours to its customers. They have over 8,200 reviews on TripAdvisor and are ranked as #2 of 288 Outdoor Activities in Berlin. A customer that recently traveled with them wrote:

A wonderful and relaxing tour that was very informative and cultural experience.  I would recommend this to anyone (new to Berlin or not)… Ken

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Sandemans New Europe – Berlin

Initiated in Berlin, Sandemans New Europe is an international travel agency that provides free walking tours across 20 European cities. The company was founded by Chris Sandeman in 2003 while giving street tours of Berlin. Slowly, the company has expanded to become one of the top tour operators in Germany as well as Europe. They employ over 600 local tour guides across multiple cities. Their main commitment is to redefine the industry standard and set new expectations in the market. If you are planning to travel to Europe’s major cities including Berlin, a tour with Sandemans should not go amiss!

Sandemans New Europe – Berlin Best Germany Tour Packages

Sandemans has earned the approval of many tourists that booked one of their several express tour packages. Go on their original Free Tour of Berlin and see the top attractions of the city. A professional guide will take you on an informational tour where you will get to see the Memorial of Murdered Jews, Brandenburg Gate and parts of the Berlin Wall.

For an immersive historical tour, they offer the Berlin Third Reich Walking Tour . In this tour, you will discover Adolf Hitler’s Berlin and see the scars that the Nazis left in the city. Also explore various memorials and the Jewish Quarter.

Sandemans also provides a Free Walking Tour of Munich . You will see the city’s many attractions including the famous Glockenspiel. A local guide will also tell you about the legends of the Bavarian Royal Family.

Sandemans New Europe – Berlin Reviews

Sandemans is one of the most recognized and well-respected tour operator in Germany as well as all of Europe. With a staggering 33,099 reviews on TripAdvisor, they are ranked as #3 of 636 Nightlife in Berlin. They have also received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A recent customer wrote:

This is definitely the best guided tour that we’ve been in our lives even tough it was FOC. The Berlin Wall and its history with so many details fascinated us… FEYZA C

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Original Berlin Walks

Original Berlin Walks is an award-winning tour company started in 1993 in Berlin. As one of the pioneers of responsible tourism, this tour company in Germany specializes in Berlin sightseeing and historical walking tours. The company is operated by professional English-speaking tour experts who offer first-class tours that are educative and informative. You can rest assured knowing that you will receive the best, highly personalized service with Original Berlin Walks.

Original Berlin Walks Best Germany Tour Packages

The tour packages that Original Berlin Walks provides are fully customized to fit your travel needs. If you want to get away from the city and explore Germany’s nature, opt for their Potsdam Tour . This location is a paradise filled with fountains, gardens, waterways and forests. Also visit the Sanssouci Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this tour.

If you are short on time, their Express WWII & Cold War Tour will have you visiting the most important historical landmarks of Berlin in just 2 hours! This tour will include stops at Brandenburg Gate, Hitler’s Bunker and more.

If you are a fan of football, they have a EURO 2024 Football Tour that will take you on a thrilling ride of the vibrant German football culture. Talk about football legends and icons with a passionate football expert in this tour.

Original Berlin Walks Reviews

Original Berlin Walks is one of Germany’s oldest yet one of the best tour providers. This German tour company has 12,781 reviews on TripAdvisor and is ranked as #3 of 754 Tours & Activities in Berlin. They were awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A client that recently went on tour with them wrote:

This was a very well documented and down to earth tour which touched on many aspects of Germany’s history including the Berlin wall, the Holocaust etc… Irina

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Radius Tours

Radius Tours is one of Munich’s few English running tour companies in Germany. It was founded by Patrick Holder in 1988, a history graduate and former rugby player from Britain. The company combines perspectives of native English-speaking guides with the native Bavarians. With great founding principles of high-quality tours, affordable costs, and respect for customers, Radius Tours has consistently set high standards of tourism in the country.  With over 30 years of experience, they are keen on setting examples of excellence through their flexible and custom-made tours.

Radius Tours Best Germany Tour Packages

Radius Tours specializes in guided tours of Germany in Munich and they offer private tours that are customized according to their customers’ desires. Munich is one of the greatest walking cities in the world. The best way to discover and experience it is by joining Radius Tours’ Munich Walking Tour . You will walk through Munich’s Old Town and the Baroque Gateway for two hours across to the Bavarian Alps.

As the beer capital of Germany, you can join in on their  Munich City Beer Tour . The city’s beer halls serve exquisite cuisine and beers brewed over two centuries ago. While serving the beers, the local brewers will show you the extraction process and the history of beer.

Furthermore, you can take the  Herrenchiemsee Day Trip package. On this adventure tour, you will be able to explore Bavaria’s stunning Lakeland Versailles, King Ludwig II’s sumptuous island palace, or take a boat ride to Lake Chiemsee.

Radius Tours Reviews

With over 10,000 reviews on TripAdvisor, Radius Tours is easily one of Germany’s best tour operators. They have received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023 for their exceptional serve. Furthermore, they are ranked as #5 of 102 Outdoor Activities in Munich. A past client of theirs wrote:

Great tour, very informative and lots to see. Eric was brilliant and his knowledge was unreal. Would recommend for adults… John W

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Nuremberg Free Walking Tour

Founded by young natives, Nuremberg Free Walking Tour is an independent tour provider that is dedicated in providing you highly personalized walking tours of Nuremberg, Germany. They are not financed by any umbrella organizations and have managed to avoid mass-tourism. Instead, they prioritize small group tours that showcase the true culture and soulfulness of their city. Their team is made up of 10 tour guides hailing from 4 different countries. This authentic German travel agency wants to show you the city of Nuremberg inside-out!

Nuremberg Free Walking Tour Best Germany Tour Packages

The company’s tour packages provide a truly immersive experience of Nuremberg’s history, art and culture. Join them on their tour of the same name – Nuremberg Free Walking Tour where you will experience a 1000 year old history compacted into 2 hours of sightseeing. See the iconic Zeppelinfeld, Frauenkirche and Kaiserburg on this tour.

Similarly, go on their Beer Tour where you will get a chance to visit local, small independent breweries and taste authentic German beers. This tour also comes with traditional German dishes that you can enjoy whole-heartedly!

Don’t miss out on their Third Reich Tour for in-depth knowledge of Hitler and WWII. Nuremberg holds many iconic locations related to Hitler like the Congress-Hall and Zeppelin Field. Also see where the Nuremberg Trials were held on this 2.5 hours tour.

Nuremberg Free Walking Tour Reviews

This independent German tour operator has earned the respect and praises of many satisfactory clients. With over 1,000 reviews on TripAdvisor, they are ranked as #3 of 57 Tours & Activities in Nuremberg. They have also been awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. This is what a past customer said about them:

Tom was a brilliant tour guide – knowledgeable, interesting and funny. This tour was a great introduction to Nuremberg and gives you a brief overview of everything… Dee D

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Insider Tour

Widely recognized as one of the best tour companies in Germany, Insider Tour has been specializing in sightseeing tours around Germany since 1996. The company highly values personalized service and will cater to all your interests and needs. Operated by professional and multilingual guides, Insider Tour provides experiences that are rare and enjoyable. Whether you are a solo traveler, a couple, family, or group, Insider Tour is committed to making your tour unforgettable by crafting the perfect itinerary for you.

Insider Tour Best Germany Tour Packages

The company’s tour packages are well-researched and carefully crafted to offer you the best options in the market. You can start with their Explore Berlin tour package where you will see all the major attractions in Berlin City. From Museum Island and Humboldt Forum to the Berlin Wall and Hitler’s Bunker, strap in for an immersive tour of Germany’s capital city.

Also, you can choose to go on the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour . Uncover the realities of life and death with expert guides while exploring the punishment blocks, execution grounds and the crematoria of this horrifying place from the WWII era.

You shouldn’t miss out on a tour to Potsdam if you’re in Berlin. Insider Tour offers an excellent tour package where you will see the Old Dutch Quarter, Sanssouci Palace, Cecilienhof Palace and many more of Potsdam’s intriguing attractions.

Insider Tour Reviews

With over 18,400 reviews, Insider Tour is the highest-rated tour operator in Germany. They are ranked as #10 of 754 Tours & Activities in Berlin and have received the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in 2023. A satisfied customer wrote this bout them:

Getting to tour around Berlin and go to the famous sightseeing spots was amazing. However, what truly made the tour memorable was our guide, Daniel W… Cassandra M

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If you are a first-timer in Germany, start with Berlin, the capital city. Berlin has some great attractions and is deep-rooted in history and culture. Likewise, a visit to Munich has its own appeal with its Bavarian culture, beer gardens and the famous Oktoberfest celebration.

The best way for a tourist to see Germany is on train. The German rail system Deutsche Bahn has high-speed trains that will take you all over the country. For scenic explorations, biking around Germany is an absolutely fantastic option.

The best time to go during Germany is from the month of May to September. During this time, Germany will be enjoying its summer days with sunlight being present until 9:00 PM! The clear weather makes from great exploration & adventure opportunities.

The best natural and beautiful places in Germany are the Rhine Valley, Potsdam, Bavarian Alps, Trier, Heidelberg and the rugged landscapes of Saxon Switzerland.

German gastronomy is known for its sweet and flavorful combination. Schnitzel, Spatzle, Bratwurst, Stollen, and Kartoffelpuffer are some of the iconic German dishes. German craft beer is also world-renowned for its subtle and strong taste.

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My family and I had the best experience with the Zicasso travel agent and everyone she lined up for our travels. I gave her some general information about what I was hoping to get from our vacation and what our travel style is (historical, castle views, information about the cities, etc). From switching trains to traveling to various hotels and booked excursions with private drivers, I couldn't be more pleased. Everyone was very kind and informative during our stay in Germany and my family had a fantastic vacation. I highly recommend going through this travel company for the best vacation imaginable.

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I found Zicasso on an internet search for senior travel. After contacting the company regarding their proposed two-week tour of Switzerland and Austria, I received proposals from two companies within a couple of days. While the companies' proposals varied from the advertised one, I found our travel agent was the most responsive. Through an email survey, phone calls, and Zoom, he assisted me in planning a trip that met our interests, needs, and budget. Surprisingly, Zicasso was able to save us money on our air flights as well. Our agent fulfilled his offer to contact us daily via text to ensure each step of our trip went smoothly. Even with the eight-hour time difference, he was available by phone when we landed and had difficulty locating our driver. Through a flurry of texts, the driver was located and we connected. When reserved seats on the train were required due to heavy holiday volume, he made the arrangements. The accommodations were wonderful. Obviously, a lot of knowledgeable thought and care went into the planning. From recommendations of places not to miss to restaurant recommendations, he made it so. We were guided, but still had lots of free time and flexibility, and mainly private tours. We will plan our trips this way in the future – our agent’s excellent service and personal attention made this trip a total success.

Martin's Travel Agency

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Our trip was absolutely incredible. All the destinations were amazing; so charming and perfect for what we were looking for, which was small-town charm and to really immerse ourselves in the character and history of Germany! Rothenburg was our favorite destination, but the whole trip was incredible and so well laid out with activities. The guides could not have been nicer or more helpful! One met us at the airport in Frankfurt and started us off with a wonderful tour of Heidelberg, really getting us into the groove. We were tired, but really enjoyed the quaintness and history of the town. From there, we went to Baden-Baden, a wonderful Belle Époque town with much to see, great shopping, and a fabulous hotel. Then, it was on and on with a tour of the Unimog Museum, a drive through the Black Forest with a visit to Lake Mummelsee, and an incredible visit to Rothenburg (a must-see). We ended with an afternoon and evening in Munich, with a walking tour of the Rathaus/town center area and, of course, a must-experience lunch in a beer hall/biergarten, and so much more. All the hotels and restaurants booked were fabulous. We cannot recommend Zicasso’s travel agency any more highly!

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Joachim's Travel Agency

Zicasso’s travel agent was outstanding. He was able to tailor a trip with guides and drivers who were very knowledgeable of the regions I had an interest in seeing, especially when they included a side trip or two off the beaten track. I especially appreciated the flexibility of guides who adjusted sightseeing agendas to eliminate items I had no interest in (usually in the package deal) in favor of nearby places I did have an interest in. Overall, it was important to start planning for the trip about six months in advance because of the importance of being able to secure hotel bookings and arrange guides and driving services early on. My travel agent was very good at getting back to me immediately and informing me of costs and progress made, and to suggest alternatives or offer a reality check or two, and so on. The hotels I stayed in were basic, which was all I needed. The only observation I had was that the pillows in all the hotels were much too soft; not supportive for seniors who might need something firmer. My favorite hotel, a delightful historic novelty, was in Leipzig. The staff were friendly and very helpful. It was also very quiet and had a relaxing atmosphere. I experienced very helpful staff at a B&B in Berlin at the beginning of the trip. They were informed of my lack of knowledge of technology and acted to help out. However, on the very last day I was there, the clerk refused to help, saying it wasn't his job to fulfill my request. I requested that he check on two items for me, one on the time of the taxi service scheduled to pick me up, which was in conflict with an airport departure time. He refused to help me check to see if any airline changes had been made to the departing flight schedule. It would have taken him about three minutes to check on this and I went to seek his help at a time when there were no other customers arriving or requiring assistance. I commented to him that the manager told me I would get help, but he refused to do any more than just dial a number for me to confirm a pick-up time with the service. I had the feeling that this young man could not deal with anyone who did not have modern technology capabilities. He probably needs more customer service training for managing a senior who was known ahead of time to have these specific communication limitations. There was a problem, in this regard, with the information the driving service had about my departure time. They had me scheduled for a pick-up two hours later than what I needed. This had to be changed to the earlier departure time that was originally scheduled. Fortunately, a driver was found and I got to the airport on time, and everything went smoothly thereafter. I think there was probably an information transposition mistake with scheduling the pick-up for the time I needed to be at the airport. Everything worked out in the end. The guides were all friendly, personable, and professional in their knowledge of the places we visited. Their enthusiasm and depth of knowledge for their area of expertise were exceptionally good. Our guide in Berlin was outstanding in this regard and covered a lot of ground and places in eastern Berlin that I did not know about, along with the places I had a real interest in seeing. Our guide and driver in Spreewald and Sachsenhausen was also great in knowing the layout and context of the excursions. Our Dresden guide was an artist with deep knowledge of Dresden’s historical sites and masterpieces of art, music, and the history of the city. Our guide in Leipzig, Erfurt, and Halle was great at pointing out good photo ops and managing shorts to nearby attractions. Overall, the trip was an outstanding success. The conclusions drawn at the end of each day were that the day had been a very enjoyable experience. The driving trips to get to each site were also a feast for the eyes; we appreciated the beauty of the green countryside and the cities and towns. I definitely would like to return to Germany with the help of agents like ours.

Viktor's Travel Agency

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Zicasso’s travel company helped us plan and make land arrangements for our trip to Berlin, Prague, Chesky Krumlov, the Wachau Valley, Vienna, and Budapest. We had different needs for the areas we visited based on friends and family we planned to see, tour guide requests, accommodations we needed our travel agent to book, one place we wanted to book ourselves, and car and train transportation between destinations. The arrangements were not straightforward, but our travel agent was flexible. He came through and everything went beautifully as we navigated our itinerary. We had a fabulous time in Central Europe and are very appreciative of our travel team's efforts. Most important to us was the quality of our tour guides, their knowledge of history and culture, storytelling abilities, and enjoyable personalities. Our agent delivered beautifully on our requests for outstanding tour guides, especially in Prague, the Wachau Valley, and Budapest. In Prague and Budapest, we had seven-hour walking tours that were truly wonderful and memorable. Another of our agent’s strengths was recommending charming and comfortable boutique hotels. Highlight hotels he recommended were in Kreuzberg, Berlin, near our friend's home; the one in Prague with the adjacent, gorgeous, UNESCO World Heritage garden; and the one in Vienna. Finally, our travel team remained available to us by text message throughout our trip, answering any questions that came up and being a fun travel partner throughout our travels.

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My sister and I had a wonderful trip! We used Zicasso's travel agent to plan it. From the beginning, all our questions were answered and they offered suggestions along the way. Everything was planned out for us, including private and small group tours. Transportation, if needed, was all arranged. Directions and maps were provided, if needed, along with any tickets for trains and tours. All our hotels were conveniently located and we were within walking distance from restaurants, shops, and metro systems. We really appreciated that. I highly recommend this travel company and wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. I can’t thank them enough for planning our trip, which has provided so many lasting and priceless memories!

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Our Zicasso travel partner listened to our preferences and needs, and helped design a fabulous trip for our family. Transportation was flawless throughout the trip and the local guides were wonderful. We enjoyed getting to know them personally and learning about their hometowns. I especially valued the app that provided us with every detail for each day, including emergency contacts, hotel information, and itinerary. Thank you!

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