Reviews

I have never worked through a travel company before and now that I’ve worked with Audley, I am not sure if I will ever NOT work with one again. I contacted multiple travel companies but Audley, working with Argentina specialist Tamatha, was the only one who was able to put together the exact itinerary I requested and in the time frame I needed. From the beginning, Tamatha asked all the right questions to tailor our experience exactly to what I wanted and she listened to what I had to say. We were booked in some gorgeous hotels and the recommendations were spot on. I can say, without hesitation, that Tamatha and our trip met, and far exceeded my expectations. We will absolutely be using your services again and we’ve already recommended you and Tamatha to our friends. Thank you for an amazing trip.

Molly, our Italy specialist, was just lovely to deal with, so enthusiastic and always quick to respond. She really listened to our requests and got the picture about what we wanted to do, suggesting hotels and activities that worked so well. The experiences, like our cookery lesson, gave us a real insight into Amalfi culture. Your colleagues in Italy were superb and everything went exceptionally smoothly. Everyone was very professional, and we were well looked after — can’t fault it.

My original trip was planned for June. Cara, my Italy specialist, rearranged my travels for late September — and I’m so glad [she] did. It was great to be travelling again and everything went very smoothly. I have to say that finding my own way to a bus stop or train station has lost its appeal. So, simply waking up, getting ready and having breakfast before being greeted by my guide each day was wonderful. Everything ran like clockwork and the guides were excellent — I thoroughly enjoyed the trip.

We chose Audley Travel after speaking with their Italy Country Specialist, Madeline. She took the time to get to know us, our interests and personalities, and delivered us a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy. Every detail of our stay was perfectly planned and executed. All their travel partners were friendly, professional and took exceptional care of us, from the person who collected us at the airport and took us to our hotel to our drivers and tour guides. Everything was thought of and attended to on our behalf. Our trip exceeded well beyond our expectations. Madeline and every one of their partners helped us to create so many amazing memories — we will never travel any other way!

Tamatha, Senior Travel Specialist with Audley Travel, did a superb job designing our 20 day journey to Japan. She helped us develop an itinerary that met our goals and included: comfortable accommodations, superb local guides, and suggestions of local highlights and restaurants to visit on our own. Tamatha also provided us with carefully thought-out arrangements for connecting travel between cities, taking into account the fact that all three of us are in our eighties. We couldn’t have had such a wonderful journey without her expert guidance.

From the moment I spoke to Samantha Rubin at Audley Travel, I felt I was in good hands. Little did I know, in about ten minutes of sharing ideas, our bucket list trip was coming to life. She was so excited to share her thoughts and ideas because she had experienced most of these adventures herself. We wanted to experience the real Italy: high speed trains, hydrofoil ferry to Capri and excellent hotels in city centers so we could walk by ourselves during free time and feel safe. All of our expectations were met on this trip, Samantha never let one detail go lacking. I can’t tell you how much we enjoyed every minute, Not one hiccup. It was perfect.

I visited Italy 40 years ago and was so excited to return. Madeline, my country specialist, created the most amazing trip to Italy; we went to Venice, Florence, Rome, ate a seaside patio lunch in Cinque Terre and indulged in a wine tasting at a Tuscan farmhouse. If you wish to have the best holiday ever, Audley will provide you with knowledgeable local guides, immediate access to galleries (we had special passes which meant no queues), and your own private driver. You are the only focus during an Audley Tour.

My partner has a special affinity for Japan but had never visited so we decided to explore some off the beaten path ideas for her birthday. I had worked with Audley before, and was impressed by their service, so decided to seek their help in designing our Japan trip. Our adventures would include catching our own Uni, hunting for heteromorphic ammonites in Hokkaido, and experiencing an authentic tea ceremony. Our country specialist Tamatha was superb, especially since she had visited many of the areas we wished to see and experience. Our experience couldn't have been better.

Audley Travel's comprehensive approach to travel planning and management resulted in an experience that left incomparable memories for my husband and me. We were extremely blessed to have Taylor as our travel specialist. She proved to be very knowledgeable, reliable and responsive to all our needs. Because of this, we were able to totally engage in a variety of adventures that Italy had to offer and travel related anxieties were gone. Our Audley Travel experience was reflective of quality, integrity and professional service.

We truly enjoyed our honeymoon to Italy with Audley Travel, it was a dream. Our country specialist Taylor completely exceeded our expectations, both the accommodations that she chose and the service that we received along the way were superb. I have already recommended Audley to several people, and know that when we plan a trip again we will be in perfect hands with Audley — every second was absolutely wonderful.

My colleague and I decided to go on a trip to Bali this year but we didn't want the hassle of doing all the planning. We ended up calling Audley and working with Indonesia country specialist Alix who asked us what we like to do on holiday and what our budget was. She was very detailed and we appreciated that her findings always matched our interests. Once in Bali, everything was seamlessly organised. We both have agreed that this trip to Bali is the best one yet of all our travels, thanks to Alix and the Audley team.

We loved our Audley trip to Thailand. It was both stress free and full of adventure, plus we felt very safe and well taken care of. We loved all of the hotels that our country specialist Alix selected. We especially enjoyed the bike adventure in Bangkok, the elephant sanctuary, the waterfall hike, visiting the coffee and tea plantations, and getting the chance to celebrate Songkran. We would definitely travel with Audley again, it was worth every penny!

We worked with Audley Travel and Harry for our trip to Ecuador. Harry listened to our interests and made suggestions as to what we might like to do. Harry's recommendation of The Yolita for our seven night Galapagos cruise couldn't have been better. It was active with hikes and snorkelling every day and we had an excellent time. Harry then sent us to Napo Wildlife Centre in the Amazon which was, perhaps, his best recommendation. We were extremely lucky to site a jaguar which is a rarity. Thank you Audley and Harry for an unforgettable adventure.

Elyssa, our country specialist, first discussed our trip wishes with us and then tailor-made a dream trip to Thailand and Cambodia. We saw temples and hiked the mountains, met the elephants and spent a morning cooking with a Thai family. At Angkor Wat our guide was able to take us away from the crowds, making the experience truly unique. Elyssa kept in touch with us throughout our travels and shared her expertise along the way — we were extremely pleased with the service she provided. We already have our next holiday booked with Audley.

From our first interaction with Matt enquiring about doing this trip, to the wheels of the plane touching down at O’Hare after almost three weeks abroad, our experience has been incredible. We have travelled quite a bit and have worked with a number of different travel companies over the years, and as a result I feel confident in sharing our highest praise of Matt and the Audley team. Our trip was made even more extraordinary because of the professional care and attention to detail that allows a trip with so many moving parts to come off seamlessly. Thank you!

Our country specialist Joe was very responsive to our needs, interest and requests for what we were looking for in a trip. Having never been overseas before, the services provided by Audley Travel were essential to us having such a successful trip. The stresses of where to go, what to do and how to get there were all taken away. All we had to do was show up and enjoy the trip. We all got along famously — there were literally no hiccups and the experience was tenfold what it would have been if we had attempted it on our own.

Such a special trip, from the breathtaking views of Positano, to the ancient ruins of Pompeii, to the wine of Campania. Taylor crafted an itinerary that touched on all of the beautiful local sites of Southern Italy. The hotels were amazing, the professional private drivers and tour guides made getting around on the narrow roads of the Amalfi Coast a breeze. The private Italian cooking lesson at Casa Laura was a highlight, we felt we have made a Friend for life. It was all so seamlessly planned by Taylor, we thank you and Audley for making this trip one that we will always cherish.

My daughter and I are very enthusiastic photographers and for us this holiday was a fantastic opportunity to capture the beauty of South Africa. We talked to country specialist Willa about what we wanted and she made it happen. She figured out all of the logistics and recommended incredible places to eat and tours. We had such an incredible time in South Africa, a place whose riches are not found in money, but in the nature, culture, and memories that we created.

From start to finish this trip was perfect. In Tanzania, our guide was a top-notch professional and extremely knowledgeable, taking us off the beaten path to provide us with an unrivalled experience in the parks. Amy’s advice for Rwanda was also unimpeachable. Our guide provided us with a social and political perspective no travel brochure could provide. It was a privilege for us to have him share his story with us which was honest, raw, and poignant and changed us in profound ways.

Around the time of our third wedding anniversary, I informed my wife that we were going to go to Bora Bora for our 20th anniversary. Thanks to Audley Travel and Country Specialist Eric, we were able to make our dream a reality. I informed Eric of our interest in visiting Bora Bora, our budget, and dates of travel. He was always professional and extremely patient with my questions and suggestions. It was a true collaboration. Everything went off without a hitch, a testament to Audley’s attention to detail.