- Number of tours
- 124
- Age Range
- 1-99
- Number of reviews
- 910
- Response rate
- 100%
- Response time
- less than 1 hour
Realistic Asia Reviews (910)
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Cathy
Written on May 11th, 2024We were very pleased by our overall experience. Our tour guides and drivers were wonderful - very knowledgeable, professional and polite. The sites included i…Read more - LS
Lauren
Written on May 6th, 2024From the initial booking to arriving back home in London everything was perfect. The trip was organised with so much thought and everything went so smoothly, th…Read moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Lauren, Thank you so much for your feedback. We are very thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your holiday. Thanks for your kind words about Brian, he remembers you and sends his warm regards. We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see you again! Realistic Asia team - KJ
Kai-Lin Catherine
Written on May 5th, 2024Mr. Long Pham is an outstanding travel agent. He is very responsive, responsible and patient. He arranged our trip with some modifications and answered all my q…Read more - FM
Frederick
Written on May 5th, 2024Lucy Do gave me her WhatsApp and replied right away, it was like having a personal guide, thank you Lucy, all transfers and the selection of hotels we excellent…Read moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Frederick, Thank you so much for your feedback. We are very thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your holiday. Thanks for your kind words about Lucy, she remembers you and sends her warm regards. We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see you again! Realistic Asia team - CL
Claire
Written on May 2nd, 2024This tour was fabulous! My husband and I and our two teenage sons really enjoyed it. We found the tour to be well organised and had great support from the trave…Read moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Claire, We would like to thank you for taking the time to write this review of your holiday. It warms our hearts to hear such amazing feedback! We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see your family again soon. Thank you! Realistic Asia team - DS
Douglas (Sandy)
Written on May 1st, 2024Mr. Long of Realistic Asia was very attentive to the details of our trip. All the individual tour guides were very good. The many logistical details went withou…Read moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Douglas, Thank you so much for your feedback. We are very thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your holiday. Thanks for your kind words about Long, he remembers you and sends his warm regards. We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see you again! Realistic Asia team - SC
Anonymous
Written on April 30th, 2024We had a wonderful time on this tour. We upgraded our hotels and they were all very good to excellent with occasional small issues. The format of the tour wa…Read more - SF
Serafin
Written on April 27th, 2024good organized tour with lots of places to visitRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Serafin, Thanks so much for your review! We’re really glad to know that you enjoyed your holiday. Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services. Thanks again for the review and for being such a great customer. Realistic Asia team - AY
Anonymous
Written on April 26th, 2024Bottom Line Up Front: We booked the 14 day trip for Cambodia and Vietnam and we had a generally positive experience, but found some inconsistencies throughout o…Read more Rob
Written on April 25th, 2024Realistic Asia are a great company to travel with long and the staff are very professional and really friendly l had a great holiday with great hotels and tours…Read moreRealistic Asia commented on this reviewDear Rob, Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are so glad to know that you have enjoyed your trip to Vietnam and that everything went smoothly. It was a big pleasure for us to organize your holiday. Thank you again for trusting our company, and we hope to see you again! Realistic Asia team
Sustainability
Realistic Asia is proud to pioneer investment in community-based tourism development to improve the lives of indigenous people in Ba Vi, we prioritize ecological activities, and the local charity. We promote civic improvements, health, education, invest back into the local communities and make them part of the sustainable development.
These are the initiatives that this operator has in place to make your adventure more sustainable:
Sustainability Programs
- Invests a percentage of revenue back into community projects or sustainability projects
- We host community-building or sustainability projects for tour-goers to partake in
Supporting Destinations and Local Communities
- Hires local guides
- Brings our passengers to locally run restaurants & businesses
- We consciously try to reduce over-tourism by taking travellers outside of the main visitor hubs
Reducing Waste
- Has a recycling program for our guests on tour
Animal Welfare
- Does not offer any tours that include elephant riding
- Does not offer any tours that use animals for entertainment
- We avoid places that sell/eat parts of endangered animals on tour
Transportation
- Uses local transportation while on tour
Accommodation
- Tours stay in locally run hotels/accommodations
- Selects accommodation providers that have sustainability programs in place
- Most/all of our suppliers have sustainability programs in place
Company Culture
- Hosts community-building or sustainability projects for staff to partake in
- Educates people about sustainability through our marketing
Questions & Answers
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes. Please keep an eye out for our driver from Relasitic Asia, who will meet you at the airport holding a sign with your name on it.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, all entrance fees are included as written in your itinerary.
What are the visa requirements for the tour?
Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality and the country you enter. We recommend staying up to date with visa requirements. We recommend contacting your local embassy for details.
Vietnam: Visa applications can be made online, costing around US$25 per person.
Cambodia: Visa applications can be made online, or obtained on arrival, costing around US$30 per person.
Laos: Visas can be obtained on arrival, costing around US$40 per person.
Thailand: For most travelers, visas aren't required.Do you offer discounts for children?
Children 1-10 years old may be eligible for a discount of up to 25%. Please advise us in advance if you are traveling with children and infants. Our team will advise on any discounts and arrangements to ensure your little ones feel welcome on tour.
Are flights included in this tour?
The in-tour flights are included as written in your itinerary. Any flights before and after the tour (including international flights to and from your country) are not included.
Do you have English-speaking tour guides?
Yes, you will have a professional English-speaking guide for your tour. We also have French, German, and Spanish-speaking guides available on request, but a surcharge will apply.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?
For visiting South-East Asia, it is recommended (but not mandatory) to be vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B, Japanese Encephalitis, Typhoid, and Covid-19. Covid-19 vaccination certificates may be required. Please get in touch with our team before booking your trip to get the latest vaccination and certificate updates.
Can you assist with pre or post-tour accommodation?
Yes, we can arrange accommodation before and after the tour for you. Simply request it from our team, and they will assist you.
Is the tour coach air-conditioned?
Yes, all coaches and private cars we use have air-conditioners.
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes, the limits are 20 kg of checked-in luggage per person.
Is there a supplement for solo travelers?
Yes, solo travelers are required to pay a mandatory single supplement. Prices for solo travelers are available on the Book Now page for your tour.
What is the standard of the hotels on tour?
It depends on the tour, but generally, we have different options from 3 to 5 stars hotels. Please check the accommodation details and the hotel list in the tour description.
What is the tipping policy?
Tips are not mandatory on a Realistic Asia tour. Still, if you are happy with the service, we recommend tipping US$3 per person daily.
Will I know all the accommodations' names and details before I depart?
Yes, after you book the tour, we will send you a booking confirmation with all the travel details for your tour.
Are there any ATMs available at the destinations?
There are ATMs at bank offices, big hotels, and shopping malls. In small shops, cafes, remote areas, and islands, it's a good idea to have cash on hand as ATMs and banks aren't always available.
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