Guardian holiday offers - testimonials

" The package which you have put together has just the right balance of organised visits and free time, but in my opinion the key element which made the trip first class was your representative, Mr Khemiri. "

Marrakesh - Brig. Rowlinson

" We enjoyed the tour very much. It was lovely to be just a group of 20 people and this added greatly to our enjoyment of our holiday. We were pleased with all the hotels and in particular we would like to thank our tour manager - definitely one of the best we have met! "

Canada - Dr & Mrs Cornes

" An enjoyable holiday. Accommodation was splendid and food was first class. "

Lake Como - Alexandra Kirkpatrick

" A superb hotel with excellent bedroom and other features, eg lounge etc. Dinner was excellent – beautifully prepared and presented. A most enjoyable short break. We shall use you again. "

French Town and Country - Mr Phillips

" This was a wonderful four days, everything was perfection and I am usually a moaner! There was not an achilles heel anywhere in the four days experience. I think the tour guide Hugh was exceptionally good, he treated one like a human not a commodity. "

Tresco - Mr & Mrs Jenner, Sep '09

" We have just been on your Loire Valley 6 day trip and felt we must write to say how impressed we were by your rep. She was an informative, entertaining & extremely well-organised guide, having conscientiously researched both history and present amenities to make our holiday more pleasurable. "

Loire Valley - Mrs Gill Martin, May '08

" There was no one highlight as I loved so many facets – the Romans, the desert, the sense of a bit of adventure. We also made a very good group – generous with time and resources and support to others, and everyone willing (almost all the time) to have a laugh and enjoy themselves. Tom (the Wild Frontiers tour guide) was magnificent. He has many natural abilities in this role and was boundlessly energetic and enthusiastic, but also very patient with an older client group. He was always helpful, very capable and extremely kind, as well as being an interesting and entertaining character. Libya Unveiled is a memorable itinerary. The trip does open up contemporary Libya, for us all to judge for ourselves what this country is, does and above all, how it looks. The desert is a place where nature, and people, become pared down and where different skills are needed to those that most of us experience in our 9 – 5 routines. Above all it is a place of stark and simple beauty. So, go and see . . . "

Libya Unveiled - Sue Lloyd, March '09

" We've just got back from a very nice holiday in Pompeii, Capri, Bay of Naples. Everything was first class, the staff, the food and the hotel. Pompeii, Capri and the bay of Naples "

Pompeii, Capri & the Bay of Naples - Mr & Mrs Horne

" All the arrangements were excellent and the staff in India were splendid; particularly our tour manager Vineet Joshi who was charming, knowledgeable, helpful beyond the call of duty and enthusiastic. We particularly appreciated being met and assisted with all the transfers which went very smoothly. "

Grand Tour of Northern India - Mrs Skerritt

" We are writing to say how much we enjoyed our recent holiday, arranged by Riviera and in particular, to commend the tour manager, Mary. Everything went smoothly due largely to her – nothing seemed too much trouble, and she, the local guides and the coach driver all went the extra mile. "

Prague, Vienna, Budapest - Mr & Mrs Wilcox, Apr '08

" Main reason for choosing this trip was the variety of experiences of India offered by the different activities. We hadn’t been to India before and we wanted to experience something more than the usual tourist trip. Highlights for us were visit to the Taj Mahal on our pre-trip extension, the foothills of the Himalayas at the Sitla estate, Rishikesh and the arti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges, the Taj Residency Hotel at Lucknow, camping on the sandbanks of the Ganges and Varanessi. Our tour leader, Hayley was absolutely exceptional. She was bright and cheerful in all circumstances, well organized, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about India and endeavoured to give equal attention to us all. She was largely responsible for the success of the trip. When problems arose, she went beyond the call of duty to resolve things. Our Indian guide Bhopal was also invaluable, being kind, concerned for our safety, a source of knowledge and always ready to help. "

India: Slowly Down The Ganges - David & Sylvia Markham, Feb '09

" Friendly staff, excellent hotel and great location. "

Mrs Macklin - Brussels Jazz Marathon 2007

" The whole trip was excellent - the hotel, the coach and driver, the excursions and the guides and, most of all, our genial rep, were exemplary. "

Krakow - Mrs J. Roberts

" Alasdair Moore did a wonderful job and the South African guides were excellent too. It was a thoroughly enjoyable introduction to South Africa. "

South Africa - Mrs S, 2008

" I recently went on the Colours of Vietnam tour through your travel partner, Intrepid. Just wanted to tell you what an amazing trip it was. From the start, it was very well organised, the itinerary was amazing and the local tour leader allowed us great insight of Vietnam, its people and culture and fully encouraged local interaction. thanks a lot! "

Vietnam & Cambodia - Mr S. Phillips, June '09

" We would like to thank you for one of the best holidays we have had. This is the third walking tour we have been on and it was far superior to the other two. The organization was superb , the food incredible, the company couldn't be faulted and the weather was glorious - we are convinced you organized that as well! The choice of walks was very suitable for the range of people on the tour and Bob and the other guides were informative, friendly, caring and always available to help. I hope we meet again and we certainly wouldn't think about going anywhere else for a walking holiday. We wish you, your family and your company every success. "

Walking in Western Crete - Mr G. Ayres, Oct '09

" We had a fantastic time in Jordan. Our visits to the sites were thrilling and our care at the hands of the local agents was both corteous and professional. "

Jordan - Mrs Raimes

" "Could not find fault with anything. The informative and entertaining commentary contributed greatly to a most enjoyable and excellently paced tour. All the trips were well researched and timings were spot on. "

Provence, April '07

" This was an excellent holiday. I would recommend you to others and will certainly book further holidays with you. "

Japan - Mrs J Smith

" We were privileged to have Caroline Wickham-Jones to introduce us to some of the main archaeological sites of Shetland and Orkney . With her specialist knowledge and deep understanding of the archaeological record, her enthusiasm and sense of humour – as well and the efficiency and clarity with which she managed the logistics of our expeditions – she brought a special dimension to the holiday. Brian Kerr our driver, was outstanding – extremely careful in his driving, keeping the coach meticulously clean, always patient and friendly toward member of the party. The holiday was truly a marvelous experience "

Archaeologist View of Orkney & Shetland - Mr R

" We have just returned from a magical holiday in Peru with Riviera. It was one of the best holidays we've had - and many other people on the tour felt the same. "

Peru - Mr F. Old & H. Saunders

" Well organized – feel very well cared for "

Scenic Scottish Railways - Mr H

" Just to say that our trip to Paris with Riviera Travel was excellent in every respect... But, most especially, I am writing to say how very, very impressed we were with our Tour Guide. Richard just has to be the best tour guide anyone could possibly hope to have! Congratulations on employing such an efficient, pleasant gentleman. "

Paris by Eurostar - D & H, Aug '08

" Main reason for choosing this trip was the variety of experiences of India offered by the different activities. Highlights for us were visit to the Taj Mahal on our pre-trip extension, the foothills of the Himalayas at the Sitla estate, Rishikesh and the arti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges, the Taj Residency Hotel at Lucknow, camping on the sandbanks of the Ganges and Varanessi. Our tour leader, Hayley was absolutely exceptional. She was bright and cheerful in all circumstances, well organized, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about India and endeavoured to give equal attention to us all. She was largely responsible for the success of the trip. When problems arose, she went beyond the call of duty to resolve things. Our Indian guide Bhopal was also invaluable, being kind, concerned for our safety, a source of knowledge and always ready to help. "

India- Slowly Down The Ganges - David and Sylvia Markham, Feb '09

" A wonderful tour to an extraordinary and unique country. Thoroughly enjoyable and fascinating holiday – as a lone traveller I found others in the group very friendly and tour manager excellent. "

Cuba, Feb '07

" I have never done this kind of tour before but I found everything very well organised and would not hesitate to undertake a similar holiday in the future. The tour guide, Peter, and the driver, Scott, were both excellent and worthy of particular mention. "

Isle of Barra - Hazel Munro

" As a whole the tour was knowledgeable and enjoyable. Well done! "

Andalucia - Mr S

" Enjoyed all excursions – wonderful scenery and experienced overall. Tour guide very efficient, knowledgeable and helpful, driver excellent and helpfu "

Scottish Steam weekend - Mr C

" We loved Tresco. Thanks you to Hazel for re-organising our flights. We got a good 12 hours extra there. Mike Nelhams was superb and the gardens were wonderful. I've bought back some seeds! Both Penzance and Tresco heliports make LHR and lGW seem like a jungle. "

Tresco - Mr & Mrs M Godfrey, Sep '09

" We both felt that the holiday respresented great value for money, with excelent hotels and organisation. "

California & the Golden West - Mr & Mrs G. Martin, Oct '08

" We are very pleased with the trip. It gave us good insight into the history of Sicily. In particular we were very well looked after by the guide, Franco, whose deep knowledge of the history and geology of the island was invaluable "

Mrs S Horler - Sicily

" I have recently returned from the Classical Spain holiday and am writing to thank you so much for a wonderful holiday. It certainly lived up to expectations and I shall recommend it to friends and family. We particularly enjoyed our stay at the Don Paco hotel in Seville and found the staff extremely friendly and welcoming. I would also like to praise our tour guide Anne as one of the best we have come across. She was very knowledgeable and professional as well as being very friendly and warm. I particularly appreciated her concern and support for my disabled father-in-law, who, despite his difficulties found the holiday hugely enjoyable. Many thanks once again. "

Classical Spain - Ms B. McPherson-Jones, June '09

" We thought that we should write and say what a good time we had and what good value the holiday represented. We stayed at the Hotel Roiyal and all of the staff were excellent. The dinner that they produced on Christmas day evening was superb in our view. Overall a great break and we will recommend it to all of our friends. "

Lake Garda - Mr N. Sedgwick

" Excellent value for money, no hassle, extremely helpful gentleman on the phone with good knowledge of the location of the hotel. Staff at hotel very friendly. Service very good. "

2 for 1 Paris offer - Mr I Barnes, Sept '09

" Just a short note to say thanks for a really enjoyable short holiday. Our guide and driver are to be commended - both gave excellent service and our guide was a constant source of information. The arrangements for the tour were well organised and the hotel was very good. We very much appreciated the experience and if the opportunity ever occurs again we would happily repeat it. "

Classic Scottish Steam Weekend - Mr & Mrs Newman

" We are writing to say how much we enjoyed our trip to Malta. The hotel was excellent and the food plentiful. We look forward to travelling with your company in the future. "

Malta - Mr & Mrs Graves

" I had an excellent time on the St Kilda trip. It was only through doing the whole journey that I got a taste of how isolated the people were who lived on St Kilda. I had read about it, but could not have appreciated it, had I not journeyed out there. It was, for me, a holiday beyond compare! "

St Kilda - Pamela Savage

" We have now enjoyed four Riviera holiday excursions and they have been consistently excellent in all respects, travel arrangements, itinerary, accommodation and above all the splendid tour managers. "

Madrid, Salamanca and Toledo -Jill & Nevil James

" We cannot express too highly our appreciation of 'Maria' ably supported by 'Sally'. Maria was charming, helpful and an absolute delight. She is a veritable credit to your organisation. "

Revd D Huddle, Ms Huddle & Ms A. Aungiers - Florence & Tuscany

" This was an amazing action packed 4 days. It was unbelievable the amount we saw and did. "

Ms N. Pestell

" Having someone like Maria as out tour guide was wonderful as she made everything run smoothly. She took great care of alll of us from airport transfers to day trips to the various cities and towns. She hagev us a brief history of the places we were visiting and the places of interest to see. She saw to the needs of the older members of the group who needed taxis etc. All round a very pleasant holiday. "

Florence & Tuscany - Mrs Furlong & Mrs Helnemann

" The week in Sorrento went very well and we both enjoyed the holiday. I want you to know how gracious and helpful your representative Giuliana was and probably always is. We are planning to go to Italy again, probably Venice and hopefully with Newmarket Holidays. "

Neapolitan Riviera - Alan Croft