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Very helpful and attentive to
Very helpful and attentive to my concerns!!
Very helpful and attentive to
Very helpful and attentive to my concerns!!
Discover Thailand and Phnom Penh & Angkor Wat, Cambodia Pre Trip
We loved every minute of both trips. All (3) of our guides were excellent and the fellow travelers were good to travel with. All (3) guides were very spontaneous, looking for those unscheduled moments to meet with local people and learn about their lives. And yet, even though the allowed for those spontaneous moments, all (3) managed to stay very close to our schedule. All (3) guides were very interesting, knowledgeable, entertaining, organized and kind. This was our first OAT trip and we are very pleased. We will definitely travel with OAT again.
Discover Thailand and Phnom Penh & Angkor Wat, Cambodia Pre Trip
We loved every minute of both trips. All (3) of our guides were excellent and the fellow travelers were good to travel with. All (3) guides were very spontaneous, looking for those unscheduled moments to meet with local people and learn about their lives. And yet, even though the allowed for those spontaneous moments, all (3) managed to stay very close to our schedule. All (3) guides were very interesting, knowledgeable, entertaining, organized and kind. This was our first OAT trip and we are very pleased. We will definitely travel with OAT again.
Lisa's Assessment of "Inside Vietnam"
I absolutely loved my trip to Vietnam and Cambodia!!!! Both our guides, Yan (Happy Buddha) in Vietnam and Ting in Cambodia, were absolutely magnificent. I loved Yan in particular for his attentiveness, his knowledge of history (so important that he teaches history on the side!!!), and, last but not least, his terrific sense of humor. One could not ask for a better tour guide. OAT, don't ever let him go. Ting, our Cambodian guide, was very different personality-wise, but equally attentive and informative. See more below
Lisa's Assessment of "Inside Vietnam"
I absolutely loved my trip to Vietnam and Cambodia!!!! Both our guides, Yan (Happy Buddha) in Vietnam and Ting in Cambodia, were absolutely magnificent. I loved Yan in particular for his attentiveness, his knowledge of history (so important that he teaches history on the side!!!), and, last but not least, his terrific sense of humor. One could not ask for a better tour guide. OAT, don't ever let him go. Ting, our Cambodian guide, was very different personality-wise, but equally attentive and informative. See more below
Fabulous trip to an exotic country
The big cities such as Casablanca and Marrakech are nice but the smaller towns are delightful. This is a gem of a country in North Africa with friendly people and many beautiful and diverse sites. There are beautiful beaches and magnificent mountains. The smaller towns are charming with many guest houses that date back a century or more but have been updated for the modern traveler.
Fabulous trip to an exotic country
The big cities such as Casablanca and Marrakech are nice but the smaller towns are delightful. This is a gem of a country in North Africa with friendly people and many beautiful and diverse sites. There are beautiful beaches and magnificent mountains. The smaller towns are charming with many guest houses that date back a century or more but have been updated for the modern traveler.
Ultimate Galapagos Exploration and Ecuador
Our expectations were more than fulfilled. The knowledge, skill and caring nature of the guides was excellent. The value for the money was very good.
Ultimate Galapagos Exploration and Ecuador
Our expectations were more than fulfilled. The knowledge, skill and caring nature of the guides was excellent. The value for the money was very good.
Route of the Mayan
If you are at all interested in the Mayans, you should take this trip. We did so much, experienced so much and gained a much better understanding of the cultures of Central America along with the problems. It's the mix that begs for more!
Route of the Mayan
If you are at all interested in the Mayans, you should take this trip. We did so much, experienced so much and gained a much better understanding of the cultures of Central America along with the problems. It's the mix that begs for more!
Great trip, great trip leader
The itinerary was awesome, the weather cooperated, the travelers bonded quickly and the trip leader was excellent. She managed the plans, the changes, each individual's interests and needs, and provided daily discoveries and learning. She was extremely thoughtful and hard-working.
Great trip, great trip leader
The itinerary was awesome, the weather cooperated, the travelers bonded quickly and the trip leader was excellent. She managed the plans, the changes, each individual's interests and needs, and provided daily discoveries and learning. She was extremely thoughtful and hard-working.
An Ultimate trip!
This trip far exceeded my expectations. The trip leaders were fantastic - a walking encyclopedia of information but with a great sense of humor! The accommodations were great and the food was fantastic. Think we had the best chef ever for the Galapagos voyage!
An Ultimate trip!
This trip far exceeded my expectations. The trip leaders were fantastic - a walking encyclopedia of information but with a great sense of humor! The accommodations were great and the food was fantastic. Think we had the best chef ever for the Galapagos voyage!
Wonderful trip. The leader was
Wonderful trip. The leader was amazing. A+
Wonderful trip. The leader was
Wonderful trip. The leader was amazing. A+
Safari Serengeti: Tanzania Lodge and Tented Safari
We saw and photographed lots of amazing animals thanks to our excellent guides. The lodges and tents provided good housing. We had a wonderful group of people to travel with.
Safari Serengeti: Tanzania Lodge and Tented Safari
We saw and photographed lots of amazing animals thanks to our excellent guides. The lodges and tents provided good housing. We had a wonderful group of people to travel with.
Aus/NZ
One of the best trips I have been on. Darrin Ford made the trip so special with his knowledge, wit, and the extra activities he included. Holding the baby kangaroos at the sanctuary was the best. Highly recommend this trip with Darrin Ford.
Aus/NZ
One of the best trips I have been on. Darrin Ford made the trip so special with his knowledge, wit, and the extra activities he included. Holding the baby kangaroos at the sanctuary was the best. Highly recommend this trip with Darrin Ford.
Israel: The Holy Land and Timeless Cultures
I selected a cultural tour rather than a religious pilgrimage because I wanted to better understand the complexity of modern day Israel. The tour exceeded my expectations. We visited the religious sites but we were able to meet and interact with people from seven different religious factions that are part of Israeli society. The two days we spent at the Red Sea Resort were the same as every similar resort in the world but every other site, person or event were unique to Israel.
Israel: The Holy Land and Timeless Cultures
I selected a cultural tour rather than a religious pilgrimage because I wanted to better understand the complexity of modern day Israel. The tour exceeded my expectations. We visited the religious sites but we were able to meet and interact with people from seven different religious factions that are part of Israeli society. The two days we spent at the Red Sea Resort were the same as every similar resort in the world but every other site, person or event were unique to Israel.
Ultimate Africa
Over the top excellent!! Highly recommend this trip. Game drives were remarkable finding amazing surprises of wild life each time we went out! Enjoyed learning about the culture and politics of each country including visits to school and village. Staff and tour guides took excellent care of all travelers encouraging us to bring any concerns we might have to them. The only unpleasant experience I remember is when crossing the Victoria Falls bridge we were besieged by relentless street venders.
Ultimate Africa
Over the top excellent!! Highly recommend this trip. Game drives were remarkable finding amazing surprises of wild life each time we went out! Enjoyed learning about the culture and politics of each country including visits to school and village. Staff and tour guides took excellent care of all travelers encouraging us to bring any concerns we might have to them. The only unpleasant experience I remember is when crossing the Victoria Falls bridge we were besieged by relentless street venders.
Safari Serengeti
I loved the hot air Balloon Safari and champagne breakfast. As a retired teacher, I enjoyed visiting the school. Another highlight was snorkeling in the Indian Ocean.
Safari Serengeti
I loved the hot air Balloon Safari and champagne breakfast. As a retired teacher, I enjoyed visiting the school. Another highlight was snorkeling in the Indian Ocean.
Ecuador - Quito, the Amazon, and the Galapagos
The trip leaders were very knowledgeable. We saw many amazing things both in the Amazon region and the Galapagos. Being on a boat for a week was sometimes challenging when the seas were a little rough.
Ecuador - Quito, the Amazon, and the Galapagos
The trip leaders were very knowledgeable. We saw many amazing things both in the Amazon region and the Galapagos. Being on a boat for a week was sometimes challenging when the seas were a little rough.
This is a wonderful trip
This is a wonderful trip to learn about the life of the people and sites of the 4 countries. This is a wonderful trip full of so many places to admire.
This is a wonderful trip
This is a wonderful trip to learn about the life of the people and sites of the 4 countries. This is a wonderful trip full of so many places to admire.
Suez Trip
This was an amazing trip with such diversity. I had been to Israel before but even that part of the trip held new adventures. OAT has the absolute best trip guides. Their knowledge is so broad and their willingness to discuss even the most controversial topics made for a very educational experience and very enjoyable
Suez Trip
This was an amazing trip with such diversity. I had been to Israel before but even that part of the trip held new adventures. OAT has the absolute best trip guides. Their knowledge is so broad and their willingness to discuss even the most controversial topics made for a very educational experience and very enjoyable
Fantastic trip
How many positive adjectives can I use to describe this trip - It was one of my best trips. The weather cooperated and we were able to get onto Cape Horn, walk among the penguins, and hike Torres del Paine with vista views and no wind. The ship portion was great and the staff and food were excellent. So much hiking - my kind of trip. Also did the pre-trip to Easter Island and post-trip to Iguazu Falls - A MUST!!! Our trip leader, Elisa, was the best! A wonderful experience with great memories.
Fantastic trip
How many positive adjectives can I use to describe this trip - It was one of my best trips. The weather cooperated and we were able to get onto Cape Horn, walk among the penguins, and hike Torres del Paine with vista views and no wind. The ship portion was great and the staff and food were excellent. So much hiking - my kind of trip. Also did the pre-trip to Easter Island and post-trip to Iguazu Falls - A MUST!!! Our trip leader, Elisa, was the best! A wonderful experience with great memories.
Fantastic Vietnam!
Mai,our guide, personalized our trip! I'm experienced several excellent guides before, but never one who fitted the tour to each traveler. She asked for a written list of expectations from each. Then she made it happen. After reading the brochure, I was concerned about too much down time. It was there for those who opted for it; however, for those of us who wanted to be on the go she always had adventures to choose from. Vietnam, the fifty-fifth country I have visited, is my very favorite!
Fantastic Vietnam!
Mai,our guide, personalized our trip! I'm experienced several excellent guides before, but never one who fitted the tour to each traveler. She asked for a written list of expectations from each. Then she made it happen. After reading the brochure, I was concerned about too much down time. It was there for those who opted for it; however, for those of us who wanted to be on the go she always had adventures to choose from. Vietnam, the fifty-fifth country I have visited, is my very favorite!
Great trip!
Great adventures! Great Tour Experience Leader! Great food! Great traveling companions! I heartily recommend exploring "Inside Vietnam."
Great trip!
Great adventures! Great Tour Experience Leader! Great food! Great traveling companions! I heartily recommend exploring "Inside Vietnam."


