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"I had such a wonderful time in Bali. The people are truly beautiful and so generous of spirit. Learning about Balinese culture through its dance, food, and religion was a highlight of the trip, in addition to experiencing the underwater splendor of the coral reefs of Bali Bay. Spending two weeks with a terrific group of people, led by Yusi, Zac, and Singhji, was the best vacation I could ever dream of - every minute of it was a joy and I cannot wait to return. Of course, the food was absolutely divine, and, as always, my VegVoyages family added so many special touches that only they can provide. This is my third trip with them in as many years - next year will be #4 and I am already counting the days!!!"
Frankie L.
California, USA
"My husband Greg and I just got back from an amazing 12 days trip to Bali with VegVoyages and VegNews. These guys really know what they are doing. It is like no other vacation I have ever been on. They immerse you into the culture. We are already planning on joining them in Thailand (which we booked and confirmed) and India. That is how much we really enjoyed ourselves."
Regina & Gregory Rhoa
Pennsylvania, USA
"Just back from the most amazing 12-day cultural tour of Bali and Java! So many stories to tell, so many photos to share and so much great camaraderie between the fellow adventurers! Thanks to everyone who made it such a fantastic trip..."
Linda & Barry Reynolds
West Sussex, UK
"Hey Zac, we made it safely back to Las Vegas :) Just wanted to thank you again for an absolutely amazing Malaysia trip. The care you took to make sure that we had a great time was appreciated--everything was above and beyond. Thank you!!!!!"
Siri Latina
Nevada, USA
"Many thanks to all at Veg Voyages for working so hard to create such a unique and unforgettable experience. Having been on the Malaysia trip now I begin to understand to amount of organization and planning that must go into these voyages. Please also pass on my thanks to Zac and Singhji for all their tireless efforts in making the journey so special. All the best"
Nick Hughes
London, United Kingdom
"The beauty of VegVoyages is they take you to see all of the must-see monuments (Taj Mahal, palaces, forts, temples, caves (Ariella's favorite!), etc.) but they also expose you to the people and the culture in a way unlike any other tour company. In Laos, we occasionally ate with locals, attended three Baci ceremonies, visited an orphanage, COPE (provides orthotic/prosthetic devices and rehabilitation services), the Children's Cultural Center, the Lao Disabled Women's Development Center, etc. Our appreciation of the country was much enhanced by being exposed to these non-touristy venues."
Kelly Byrne
California, USA
"Dear Zach, Singh-ji and the VegVoyages crew,
It's been a little over a week since we finished our wonderful Malaysia tour and I have been missing everyone very much. Thank you for a wonderful tour. I have so many fantastic memories. This was the first tour group I've travelled with and I was a little unsure how it would be. Well, VegVoyages filled my expectations and beyond. The tour was incredible. I felt extremely well cared for, really safe and it was so much fun and informative. I felt like I caught a true glimpse in to Laos, the people and their culture.
After the first day I was thinking, "They have thought of everything. They gave us a map, they gave us a veg soap, word of the day, what more is there to come.” The care and concern didn't stop throughout the whole tour.
Thank you again for all your hard work, all your care and concern. VegVoyages gives vegetarians the opportunity to travel on a tour without the hassle of sourcing pure veg food.
I am on a mission to save so I can participate in another one of your wonderful tours next year. I love the small group tours so I hope that VegVoyages expands to other countries because I will surely be booking a place.
Khawp chai lai-lai-lai!
Warm regards,"
Wendy Jenkins
VIC, Australia
"I highly recommend traveling with Veg Voyages. We just returned from their 2012 India tour and it was an incredible experience. They go way beyond the regular tourist trap sites and give you a look at the real india. The food was consistently amazing. The tour guides were knowledgeable and friendly and anticipated your every need. Yoga each morning was great! I can't imagine doing this tour with any other group!"
Bruce Gipe
District of Columbia, USA
"I just returned from a VegVoyages trip to India and it was by far the best tour I've been on! The team at VegVoyages not only provided many unique travel experiences for our group, they executed the trip so seamlessly that all we needed to do is be present, sit back and enjoy. I most definitely will participate in other VegVoyages trips as I am now incredibly spoiled. They took took such great care of us (from arrival to departure)...we were all blessed to spend two lovely weeks in Northern India with VegVoyages as our guides."
Chandra Petrzelka
California, USA
"I, too, was on a recent VegVoyages trip to India (Feb 2012), and it completely exceeded my expectations. There wasn't one activity or experience that I wish had been different. They built the itinerary in such a way that each day got better than the last, and things were already pretty great right out of the gate! Sofna, Zac and Singhji were so welcoming, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and focused entirely on the enjoyment of everyone in the group at all times. I grew up in the hospitality business, so I'm no stranger to what it takes to actually provide an exceptional experience, but these guys took everything even a notch higher. We will DEFINITELY travel with them again, and can't wait for the next adventure. Don't hesitate to travel with VegVoyages. I know I won't!"
Amy Leventhal
California, USA
"I'll happily echo all the wonderful things said in the other review. VegVoyages does a fabulous job of sharing the best of the country with you, from large cities to small villages, historic sites to wonderful local experiences, and everything in between. The adventure leaders are the very best -- wonderful, caring, helpful, knowledgeable, attentive, fun, and resourceful. The value is excellent, and it's such a welcome relief to know that the very delicious meals are sure to be vegan. (Don't expect to lose weight on your trip, though -- the food is wonderful, plentiful and you'll want to sample it all.) I've gone to India and to Laos with them, and both were truly "trips of a lifetime." I can't wait for the next opportunity I'll have to travel with them."
Nan Alderson
Pennsylvania, USA
"I just wanted to say that Sybil and I arrived home safely after a long but tranquil journey. Zac had wanted us to drop a line to say we had got home OK and I wanted to reiterate my thanks for a really lovely holiday. I did appreciate all the time and effort that Zac obviously puts into the organisation and all the trouble he takes to make sure that everyone is safe and that all their wishes are met. It was lovely to be taken care of so well and the Yoga with Singhji was a very different experience. I will certainly try to follow the DVD and hope to improve. I shall also look back at all the photos I took to trigger the memories of a special holiday.
Thank you also for all your help before the holiday and I will certainly think about another one of Vegvoyages trips in the future.
Many thanks to you all once again."
Lynn Shearn
Wiltshire, UK
"SIGN ME UP FOR ANOTHER VEGVOYAGES. THERE IS NOTHING TO COMPARE! Now that I have been home for almost two months, I feel I can be more objective about my Green Triangle tour and I must say that it is still the most exciting and fantastic tour I have been on or could ever dream! Our small group of friends-to-be visited every major site that any tour bus would have seen, but because of our group's size, traveling in cars, and our guides' knowledge and contacts, we visited an abundance of "off road”, "up close and personal” spots that big tours or solo journeyers would never have the opportunity to see.
We were given a base of background history and insight coupled with simple fun vocabulary sessions. We felt protected and safe and our accommodations were good. We ate (and ate and ate!) an incredible variety of appetizing vegetarian dishes, even learning to cook some ourselves. We were on the move from just beyond dawn to well after dusk, visiting every conceivable impressive historic and scenic landmark and out of the way spot of interest. But what filled our souls was the immersion in the images, sounds, colors, smells, people and life in the real India's towns, large and small, that Zac shared with us. It is impossible to convey the personal impact of this tour. It was amazing! Thank you so much."
Joanie Perciballi
Florida, USA
"Dear Yusi,
Just a quick note to say that I have nothing but praise for the Veg Voyages tour -- I was impressed by the tour's organization and itiniery, and the variety of interesting and off-the beaten-path activities we engaged in and places we stayed. It was definitely not your run of the mill, cookie-cutter tour! Singhji was an excellent guide, very patient, humerous, knowledgeable, and clearly well-liked and respected by the local communities and our various hosts. And the length of the tour, 12 days, was ideal for someone like me, who works full-time and has limited vacation time.
As someone who works in animal protection, it was difficult for me to witness so much animal suffering on the streets, but it helped that we visited the bird sanctuary and the animal rescue group in Udaipur -- for me those were two highlights of the trip. I also appreciated the philosophy of not using animals for any of the tours and not going on animal rides, etc. Finally, thank you for providing so well for the two vegans in terms of meals.
Thanks again for a great experience in India!
Sincerely,"
Jennifer Campbell
Massachusetts, USA
"DEAR SINGHJI AND ZAC,I LOVE MY TRIP
to Rajasthan with VegVoyages and would love to travel with you
again. It was obvious that the itinerary was meticulously planned with
our utmost comfort, safety and enjoyment in mind. The trip was "gifted"
to us each day with great love and joy. I appreciate all of the hard
work you did every single day to make this trip wonderful. You are two
of the nicest, loveliest people I have ever met! I love you! You can
use me as a reference for future participants."
Joan Learner
North Carolina, US
"WE CANNOT THANK YOU ALL AT VEGVOYAGES ENOUGH
for making our trip to India one of a lifetime and one we'll
never forget. We found Rajasthan to be a particularly lovely state. The
people were so friendly and warm in amidst the poverty and poor
conditions that some of them have to endure every day. It was a very
thought provoking trip. Zac and Singhi were fantastic hosts and
organizers and we'd love to do another trip with them some time. Your
attention to detail is wonderful and we appreciate all the hard work
that goes into the trip."
Linda Reynold
West Sussex, UK
"I HAD AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE IN INDIA AND CANNOT
thank you,Singhji, and Zac enough for organizing such a great
trip. I plan to share my experience and promote your trips to the veg
community in my area. I'm looking forward to joining another Veg Voyages
adventure in the near future!"
Gloria Goebel
Florida, USA
"IT IS A FEW WEEKS SINCE WE RETURNED FROM INDIA
and I am still overwhelmed by all we did and saw. Jim and I have
traveled for four decades now and this was truly the best trip we have
ever taken. We have never done an organized tour, and we were unsure
how it would go – now we are totally spoiled and will never travel the
same again. Since I usually plan our trips, I really appreciated that I
had nothing to do but take it all in and enjoy! Thank you all for
providing such a unique and fantastic experience. Similar to Greg
Mortenson promoting peace one school at a time, I think you are doing
the same with one traveler at a time – experiencing another culture as
we did really deepens our understanding of the world and its people.
Thank you for that!"
Kelly & Jim Byrne
California, US
"I'M SENDING ENTHUASIASTIC THANKS AND PRAISE TO
you and Zac and Singhji for a fabulous adventure. I'm still
coming off my India "high" and trying to delay a full return to "regular
life for as long as possible. As a friend of mine once said, the body
may have arrived back in the states, but the soul is still
traveling. I had such a wonderful time and enjoyed all the
incredible opportunities you made possible for us throughout our
journey. It was great to be able to see not only the cities and
historic sites, but also the villages and schools and temples, and to
have an opportunity to explore each place. It was the people, though,
that made the biggest impression on me, and made the adventure so
special.
Once again, my sincerest thanks to you -- for a wonderful
and eye-opening experience, for all the warm hospitality extended to us,
for sharing a beautiful and amazing country in a way that far exceeded
my expectations, for memories that will be with me for the rest of my
life, and for introducing me to some wonderful fellow travelers that I
hope to keep in touch with for a long time. Please let me know when
your plans for a southern India adventure are in place, as I'd love to
explore there and know that going with VegVoyages will guarantee the
kind of adventure I want!"
Nan Alderson
Philadelphia, US
"IT HAS BEEN 6 MONTHS SINCE MY HUSBAND AND I
have been to India on the VegVoyages trip around Rajasthan, and
we haven't stopped speaking of it since. I have been meaning to
write to you to say thank you all this time - it is hard for me to
believe so many months have passed. It was truly the best trip I
have been on. I have been to many places, and no experience
compares to the one we had with VegVoyages. The adventures we had,
the places we visited, the people we met, the food we ate, and
everything we did was all wonderful beyond words. Everything was
so organized and well planned. My husband, Jon, and I don't have
anything but great things to say about VegVoyages. The trip was
above and beyond expectations. Thank you again, and we would love
to join VegVoyages for another journey someday!"
Amy Sund
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
"IT WAS GREAT! THE BEST CULTURAL IMMERSION
experience I've ever had. You really have to go sometime.
You'll love it. And the food was awesome. Thanks!"
Valerie Howell
Miami, Florida, USA
"DESPITE ONLY ARRIVING HOME A COUPLE OF HOURS ago, I
couldn't wait to send through an email and tell you what a wonderful
time we had on the tour. We are all richer for the experience and
are already planning our next Veg Voyages trip."
Lyndal, Leif and Ruby
Queensland, Australia
"THE ADVENTURE STILL LINGERS SO VIBRANTLY IN MY mind as the most amazing traveling experience I've had yet. Many thanks!"
Michelle Flynn
Irvine, California, USA
"WE ALL HAD A WONDERFUL TIME IN LAOS! THE
THREE trips we have taken with VegVoyages have been by far the best
travel experiences of our lives. We want to thank you (Yusi), Zac,
Singh-ji and Jay for all the work you've done to make our trips so full
of beautiful moments and wonderful memories. The Laos trip
combined the best aspects of the Malaysia and India trips. We
enjoyed the natural wonders of the rivers, caves and waterfalls, and
also found the trip very meaningful for the experiences we had getting
to know local people and learn about their ways of life. You have
outdone yourselves again! Thank you so much for the amazing trip"!
Melanie Wood
Palo Alto, California, USA
"I HAVE TAKEN MANY TRIPS IN MY LIFETIME BUT THERE
aren't any that can compare with this one. Please keep up what
you're doing, you are a credit to the travel industry!"
Beverly McCloskey
Ontario, Canada
"I HAVE JUST HAD THE MOST FANTASTIC HOLIDAY!
Zac's knowledge of Malaysia was a joy to listen to, his attention
to detail was fantastic and he made sure we wanted for nothing. I
recommend VegVoyages and the Malaysia trip to anyone back home and I
would recommend it with pride in my heart. I will be going home
with such a load of fond memories. The food throughout our
adventure has been fantastic, the most tasty food I have ever had.
Thank you all for such a fantastic adventure!"
Ken Dawson
Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
"ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS! THIS FAR EXCEEDED ANY
expectations and hopes we had before we began. Your dedication to
hospitality and service added such a special touch. You both went
above and beyond every moment of everyday. We have never been
offered such warm, generous hospitality. Thank you! We
really appreciate your dedication to environmental, animal and human
rights. It is clear you love what you do; that you love India, its
people, its culture and its food! While we enjoyed all of the
trip, we especially enjoyed the rural villages. The size of the
group is very good - small enough to be comfortable and we much
appreciate the vehicle experience vs. a bus. We will miss you both
- again this has been a fabulous experience! We will see you in
Malaysia!!!"
Karissa & Rob Atkinson
Aberdeen, Washington, USA
"IT WAS A FABULOUS TIME! VEGVOYAGES CERTAINLY
fulfilled every promise made in the brochure; however, the trip was
much more than that. VegVoyages has gone to great lengths to
provide an authentic, personal and stimulating experience for those who
truly want to meet India and its people - not so much the westernized India...but the authentic India that still embraces its thousands year old traditions. VegVoyages has allowed us travelers to meet and interact with their Indian friends and acquaintances who are, in turn, kind enough to allow us to experience their real India, meet real villagers and families, enter real temples, etc... not as tourists, but as guests - in some cases honored guests. VegVoyages has meticulously planned for
us to be in many places that aren't in the tour books, where other tourists are few and far between, where the local people have not hardened toward & don't resent outsiders. You simply cannot buy experiences like these at any price. This is a very special experience, take it seriously, enjoy and learn more than you would have
ever thought possible. Thanks!"
Donna & Lou DeLurgio
Morgan Hill, California, USA
"THIS TOUR WAS SO FAR BEYOND ANY EXPECTATIONS that I
can't truly describe my experiences. I really experienced the
true India. The food was excellent, we were able to experience all
varieties of Indian cuisine. The accommodations were a real joy
and I enjoyed visiting the villages and seeing how the people
live. I now have such an appreciation for life within India."
Milton Swope
Rescue, California, USA
"DEAR VEGVOYAGES, I HAD AN EXCITING TRIP ON THE
Buddhas, Beasts, Badlands & Beaches Adventure. I felt like I
was in a storybook and went back in time to experience the history of
India. Sofna, Zac & Singhji were truly exceptional in helping
me and making sure all of the guests had a wonderful experience during
the trip. I would highly recommend this adventure trip to anyone
who wants to see and experience India's historic treasures of palaces,
beaches and magnificent places. I've been to India three times,
but I never saw so many nice places with an expert tour leader, who
arranged everything. Really all you had to do is relax and enjoy
India at a comfortable pace. There is so much to talk about this
trip, but I would have to write many pages. I look forward to
going on a future VegVoyages trip!"
Vikram Bharadwaja
Herndon, Virginia USA
"TO EVERYONE AT VEGVOYAGES, I OFFER A SINCERE
and hearty thanks for creating an intriguing, educational and fun
travel program like Buddhas, Beasts, Badlands & Beaches. I am
very impressed by the fact that your travel plan supports vegetarian
eating options for travelers, and in addition, promotes sustainable
business development for the areas visited. It would be hard for
any company to compete with your consistently high standards for great
food, comfortable accommodations, and fascinating destinations to
explore at reasonable prices. I found the itinerary for Buddhas,
Beasts, Badlands and Beaches action packed with interesting cultural
sites and activities that gave me a sense of intimate social interaction
with local people that is usually not possible on group tours.
Experiences like this are extremely rare but they enrich the soul and
make traveling a really special experience. Singhji (VegVoyages
adventure leader) was a perfect host and guide and added immensely to
our experiences. I could go on raving about many aspects of our
travel experience and will be telling my friends and family about how
much fun I had on the excursion through Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Thanks again for the wonderful experience. I'm already thinking
about my next travel adventure and I wouldn't be surprised if it turns
out to be another one of your tours."
Marilyn Roy
Seattle, Washington, USA
"HI YUSI AND THE REST OF VEGVOYAGES. WE MADE
IT home in good shape, and we have lots of nice pictures. I will
definitely send some good ones your way once we get them sorted
out. The trip to Laos was outstanding in all ways - delicious
food, interesting culture, and lots of outdoor adventure! Being
able to travel with VegVoyages has added a lot to our lives, and I am
sure that in many years when Melanie and I look back at what we did in
the early 2000s, the most exciting parts will be the trips that we took
with VegVoyages. Thank you for sharing the culture and countryside
of Laos with us!"
Philip Wood
Palo Alto, California, USA
"I ENJOYED THE WHOLE TRIP IMMENSELY! I AM
TRULY grateful for all the paths you chose for us and can confidently
say that I have seen the true Malaysia."
Sam Abbott
British Columbia, Canada
"I HAVE NOTHING BUT PRAISE FOR THE VEG VOYAGES tour
-- I was impressed by the tour's organization and itinerary, and the
variety of interesting and off-the beaten-path activities we engaged in
and places we stayed. It was definitely not your run of the mill,
cookie-cutter tour! Singhji was an excellent guide, very patient,
humorous, knowledgeable and clearly well liked and respected by the
local communities and our various hosts. I also appreciated the
philosophy of not using animals for any of the tours and not going on
animal rides, etc. Finally, thank you for providing so well for
the two vegans in terms of meals. Thanks again for a great
experience in India!"
Jennifer Campbell
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
"HI YUSI, RK & ZACK: JUST DROPPING YOU A LINE TO
let you know that we had an awesome vacation! We
thoroughly enjoyed our trip. It was well organized; super
interesting; and there was tons of variety in the activities. We
certainly saw a lot more than we would have seen if we had organized the
trip ourselves - we had so many unique and memorable experiences.
The only thing we won't miss are the Asian toilets! But
seriously... it is abundantly evident that you are dedicated to ensuring
your guest's experience is the best it could be. For that
we thank you! It quickly became very clear why you have so many
return customers. We certainly wouldn't hesitate to recommend this
trip to anyone with a sense of adventure - vegetarian or not! In
fact, we're hoping to see you again on your Malaysia trip in 2011."
Sylvia & Steve Dolson
Whistler, BC, Canada
"THIS HAS TO BE THE BEST HOLIDAY WE HAVE EVER
had!! We cannot fault the way we were looked after, we always felt
safe, we never felt neglected, and we certainly were never
hungry! Actually, we never felt we were on holiday with a tour
operator/company. It was more like a very, very good friend
sharing their enthusiasm for their own country. We always felt we
were not just being looked after extremely well, but more like being
cared for by a close family member who genuinely cared for both your
well-being and your enjoyment. Also, the holiday was very well
organized and we were very impressed with the literature and
presentation. Thank you very, very much for your genuine and
sincere caring attention, you could not have looked after us any
better. Please don't change. We look forward to another
adventure in the not too distant future."
Richard Forder
Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
"THANK YOU! WE REALLY ENJOYED OUR TRIP AND
especially enjoyed getting to know Singhji. I look forward to
going through our 1100 pictures and 5 DVDs we took on our trip so we can
recount every moment. It truly was an adventure of a
lifetime. Hope to see you for another fantastic adventure!"
Cyndi & Micah
San Antonio, Texas, USA
"OUR 23 DAYS IN INDIA IS COMING TO AN END. WE
have traveled far and seen many fascinating sights. I came here
for images but have found more than that in this colorful, exciting and
very interesting land! The spirit in the faces of the Indian
people is my fondest memory of this beautiful but hard land. Life
is not easy for the people and they still keep smiling...it is a land of
many mysteries. I am glad I came here. The attention you
gave is outstanding - I will give anyone that calls me a wonderful
recommendation of VegVoyages. My pictures will not tell the entire
story, people will have to come here and see for themselves. This
journey has been a memorable image to keep in the fondest place of my
mind."
Helen Stevenson
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
"WHILE I WAS LOOKING FOR A WAY TO EXPLORE INDIA in a
manner that would feel more authentic and would bring me closer to the
lives of "real" people, nothing prepared me for the magic of
VegVoyages. The combination of a well-researched and thought-out
itinerary and the constant care and concern of VegVoyages resulted in a
trip that covered all the must see places plus constant contact and
interaction with many different kinds of people. Our needs were
always taken into account, but - most importantly - never in a manner
that separated us from the lives of the people. Most tourists will
never get to meet and mingle with Rajasthani royalty, local village
people, the woman mayor of a small town and members of one of the first
environmental protectionist communities among others all in one
trip. The depth and breath of our exposure to India was
outstanding in everyway. This trip was so much more than I ever
imagined it was going to be. I recommend VegVoyages for anyone
with curiosity and adventure in their soul. See you again!"
Elaine Albert
Los Angeles, California, USA
"WE HAD A GREAT TIME ON THE HOLIDAY - IT WAS JUST
one breathtaking experience!! Many thanks for organizing the
holiday - we realize that so much planning must have gone into the trip -
it certainly showed in the organization and implementation, and the
personal attention we received. Aside from the wonderful food and
the sights, we are very happy to have got to know you as friends.
We hope and look forward to seeing you all again soon."
Angelique & Liam
Poland
"THE TRIP WAS INCREDIBLE! I REALLY ENJOYED
THE rural villages and Rajasthan as a whole. Singhji (adventure
leader) went above and beyond to accommodate us. I feel like I saw
the real India and not some conjured up version of it. I
definitely want to travel with VegVoyages again. The food was also
wonderful and the value of the trip was unbeatable. My only
request is to add more destinations to your programs, so I can keep
traveling with your company!"
Jules Summers
Harwich, Massachusetts USA
"THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL TRIP"!
Karina Odegard
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
"A FANTASTIC INTRODUCTION TO THE RICH TAPESTRY that
is Malaysia! It wetted my appetite for more. I loved the
highs of KL's architecture, the yoga and sandy beaches of the islands,
the history and culture and the warmth and beauty of the people.
We had good fun, great laughs, fantastic music and the most tasty and
enjoyable food ever - truly a culinary feast. The only low point
is that it all has to end. I have fond, lasting memories and I
look forward to future adventures and hope they live up to the
exceptional standards of this adventure; which I'm sure they will.
Many, many thanks for a fantastic holiday!"
Debra Doherty
London, United Kingdom
"AFTER THE IVU (INTERNATIONAL VEGETARIAN UNION)
Congress which took place in Goa, India I went touring with VegVoyages.
VegVoyages provided a truly magical adventure. One of my first
concerns about traveling in India was the food. The wonderful
thing is that there are so many vegetarians there that vegetarian food
is plentiful and easy to find. Vegan food however is not. The
vegetarians in India love their ghee (clarified butter) and use it for
most cooking along with lots of yogurt and cheese. VegVoyages
caters their tours to vegetarians and vegans and makes certain that
vegan fare is always available when requested. As a result, there
was never any stress about the food and it was always plentiful and very
delicious. We were truly treated as royalty! R.K. Singh is a
wonderful host. Always smiling, he is filled with joy and takes
great pleasure in showing visitors his country. He goes the extra
mile to make sure the guests have an unforgettable journey.
VegVoyages offers a very unique tour experience. If you have the
opportunity to visit India it should be with VegVoyages!"
Caryn Hartglass
Earthsave News
"DEAR FRIENDS AT VEGVOYAGES, I AM VERY PLEASED with
the experience I have had with you as adventure organizers.
Yes! This was more than travel arrangements. This was a
wonderful experience. I consider it the most complete package I
have had. The food was great, accommodations were excellent, and
the orchestration world-class. I consider it the best value for
money. The team was very in-sync and treated us with so much
respect and care. If I refer to you as friends, it was because I
felt it and I always will. I am looking forward for the next
adventure with you in Malaysia!"
Jesus Ortiz Olivo
Toa Baja, Puerto Rico
"GOOD JOB! GREAT ADVENTURES, SNORKELING,
hiking, sunsets (and sundowners of course)! Thank you for showing
us all the "four corners" of Malaysia and then some... from monkey to
mosques, we did it all. Thank you for working so hard each day to
make sure everything went smoothly for "the team" and then still have
time to have a "cool one" with us!"
Jon Abbott
British Columbia, Canada
"WE HAD NO IDEA WHAT TO EXPECT. IT'S A FIRST OF
this
type of trip for us. We have been very pleasantly
surprised. The food has been a real treat. We got to see
parts of India that we would normally have not gotten to see & we
appreciate that. Staying at palaces & forts was most
exceptional. The children in the villages were so curious and
sweet. Zac and Singhji looked out for our every move and we never
felt uneasy at any point. We also appreciate the choice in
vehicles and drivers who did a great job in delivering us in one
piece. Everyone has been so nice. This was a most enjoyable
trip. It's been a once-in-a-lifetime experience for us.
Thank you!"
Arthur & Helen Novsam
Wakefield, Rhode Island, USA
"I HAVE REALLY ENJOYED MY STAY IN MALAYSIA! THE way
the trip was organized was very impressive, as was all the care and
attention from everybody involved, very professional. It was great
to really soak up the atmosphere and the culture of Malaysia, and not
have to worry about whether the accommodation would be alright or
whether there would be a problem getting the right food. The
holiday was exactly what the title described: "Rainforests, Reefs,
Cultures & Cuisines". A real treat! I was very impressed by
the range of different meals we were served, and all the care taken to
accommodate all the group's different tastes. All your knowledge
of the different locations and cultures was also very educational, we've
all learned a lot. I will recommend your holidays to everyone at home,
and I will definitely see you all again. Thank you for a lovely
adventure in Malaysia Sofna, Zac, Singhji & Jay - you've all been
great!"
David Webb
Croyden, Surrey, United Kingdom
"I DIDN'T KNOW THAT VEGVOYAGES WAS A CLOSE KNIT
family operation, but it was that fact that made this tour so special
and sets you apart from other tour companies. I didn't know what
to expect, and I didn't know exactly what to ask to find out what I was
in store for, but the trip was so amazing that any expectations I may
have had were exceeded by miles. Thank you all for making
available such an outstanding travel experience!"
Jenna Shivji
Vancouver, British Colombia, Canada
"THIS HAS BEEN A TRULY WONDERFUL ADVENTURE ALL the
way through, from the beginning to the end. I can't rate Zac's,
Singhji's & Jay's attentiveness high enough (that) really puts you
at ease so you can enjoy your holiday without any worries or fears,
which in itself makes a wonderful holiday. I had concerns over the
food (as I don't tend to like spicy food) but again you provided a
fantastic range of cuisine and I must admit my palette has
changed! Well done! I have also done things on this
adventure that I probably wouldn't have done if it hadn't been for Zac
and Singhji's patience and persuasion. Incredible! Boat trips were
excellent, well organized and thoroughly enjoyable. The hotels,
etc. have been more than adequate, full of character, comfortable and
clean. Thank you to you all for a brilliant holiday/adventure and
for being true friends and thoughtful guides. And yes, we will
definitely be back for another adventure! Please, please don't
change your style!"
Jane Forder
Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
"IT'S BEEN A WONDERFUL 23 DAYS AND IT'S BEEN GREAT
to see such a wide range of places. Favourites were definitely the
palaces and it was also really interesting to see the villages and the
landscape was amazing. Food has been great throughout and it's
been interesting having different types and styles throughout the trip
and a wide range of types of restaurants. Just hope I can at least
vaguely recreate some of them when I get home! It's been a
fantastic trip and one that I'll definitely always remember. It's
amazing to look back and think of all the things we've done over the
last 3 1/2 weeks! Thanks for looking after us so well and working
so hard to make it a wonderful holiday!"
Jude Bennington
South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
"WE HAD A FANTASTIC TIME! THE TIME HAS FLOWN
BY so quickly. The whole experience for me was heightened by the
diversity of the tour. This includes the food, accommodation and
villages versus city visits. The yoga was excellent, we will
continue. Campfire entertainment was very special. Thank you
again for sharing this amazing country and your friends with
us."
Connie & Geoff Bruckard
Kingston, Tasmania, Australia
"ZAC AND SINGHJI, WHAT A WONDERFUL TIME I HAVE
had
on my trip to Malaysia. Your thoughtful, caring and
respectful way of looking after the group made me feel very safe and
confident. I have laughed and loved everyone and everything (on
the tour). Thank you for being you."
Sybil Mansfield
Bath, Sommerseth, United Kingdom
"IN LIFE YOU BUILD YOUR DREAMS THAT YOU WISH TO
accomplish. One of my greatest dreams was to get to know
India. Thanks VegVoyages for making this dream come true. I
truly lived India. I look forward to do the same in
Malaysia. See you soon!"
Noel M. Santiago
Puerto Rico
"WE HAVE BEEN ON NUMEROUS TOURS BEFORE BUT
have never received the personalized attention that we had on
this trip. We had friends - not tour guides. The
(adventure) far exceeded our expectations. This was definitely the
most fun that we've ever had on a group tour. We look forward to
traveling with you again to Malaysia in the spring."
Paul & Carol Clothier
Stevensville, Maryland USA
"THIS TRIP HAS BEEN THE EXPERIENCE OF A
LIFETIME! To say it greatly exceeded my expectations is an
understatement. I had an absolutely wonderful time. I
especially appreciated the outstanding level of personal attention and
service, which is unparalleled (even on "luxury" tours!). The
places we stayed, sights we saw, and the food were all amazing and I
appreciate how much work went into selecting and planning it all.
Oh, and Zac, don't worry that all your historic info that you share is
boring - it was really interesting and I don't usually like history, so
this is a big compliment from me, the background information you shared
really added a lot. Phil and I are happy to be a referral - we'd
give completely enthusiastic recommendations to anyone (and already plan
to give them to our friends). We look forward to seeing you in
Rajasthan and then anywhere else you go! With deepest thanks for a
wonderful trip!"
Melanie Wood
New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA
"BAHUT, BAHUT DHANYAVAAD (THANK YOU VERY MUCH
in Hindi) to all of VegVoyages for an amazing experience.
The trip exceeded any expectations I might have had and is an
exceptional value for anyone looking to see and live India. A nice
mix of iconic sights as well as real Indian life in the temple towns
and villages. I feel that I have come to know some of the India
that I have read and dreamed about for so long. From Zac and Yusi
to RK, Vijay and Punkaj - professional and caring throughout - thank you
all. The food of course was a vegetarian dream and the
accommodations truly authentic. "An experience of a lifetime with
memories to last beyond". Namaste. Namaskar. Ram Ram.
Phir Milenge (see you again)!"
Don McKenney
Colonial Beach, Virginia USA
"THE TOUR WAS FANTASTIC - I LOVED IT ALL! RK
(OUR adventure leader) was brilliant. It all exceeded my
expectations. It was just wonderful - I am now in love with India
and can't wait to come back. I also thought the cost was very
cheap for what we got. What was best about the trip was not the
palaces, forts, food or hotels, it was the fact that we got time to
spend with the local people everywhere we went that was really
special. Thank you so much!"
Becky Kent
Campbell Town, Australia
"THANK YOU SO MUCH VEGVOYAGES! THE RESEARCH
and carefully planned agenda that Singhji and Zac came up with
was an incredible balance of historical culture and today's life in
India. We were cared for like royalty and with the various Raja's
palaces and intimate visits with their family and friends we really were
royalty. Having traveled in India once before I couldn't believe
how easy our adventure leader made it for us to truly experience day to
day life without all the travel hassles that especially in India, take
up so much of one's time. Since I'm not a tour-travel type of
person I was amazed with the down to earth places we explored with time
enough to integrate with the people without being insulated by a guide
and tour bus. I felt like I was with family; as if I was being
shown the highlights of my uncle's favorite places. Our adventure
leader RK Singhji was that uncle, an incredibly loveable guy, never
wavering from his professionalism, yet always a true friend and
continuously looking to accommodate our every desires. Enough
said. Thank you again for providing my father and I the time of
our life!"
Matt Suby
Carbondale, Colorado USA
"THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR AN AWESOME
ADVENTURE! I have had so much fun. Singhji has been a really
good leader, always there when we needed him and always there with a
smile. The places that we have visited were a real experience,
especially seeing village life compared to western society. This
tour has been a real eye opener for me. Thank very much once again! "
Tara Thorpe
Western Australia, Australia
"WOW! VEGVOYAGES IS AMAZING! SUCH AN
experience comes once in a lifetime. The food was without a
doubt the best tasting I've ever had. Singhji was a great guide
and host. More like a traveling companion - really. Thanks
again and see you soon. "
Tom Simpson
Perth, Australia
"THANK YOU FOR A FABULOUS INTRODUCTION TO
India. Our journey was very colorful and interesting.
We appreciated the guidance of Singhji who took great care to see that
we were comfortable and well fed. We appreciated also meeting so
many different people: schoolchildren, shepherds and princes and seeing
their very varied homes. They always seemed to have a smile for
us! The trip was very well planned and we felt very safe with the
expert drivers Vijay and Pankash and with Singhji of course. We
will recommend VegVoyages."
John & Jo Johnston
Abingdon, Virginia USA
"VEGVOYAGES FULFILLED EVERY TRAVEL PROMISE AND
more!! Holy cow! We were treated like a Raj! Our guide
RK Singh is a national treasure, an ambassador for India, a teacher and
a friend. We are sorry the trip had to end."
Ken & Charlotte Lightell
Elizabeth City, North Carolina USA
"THIS WAS MY MOST ENJOYABLE TRIP EVER! NOT
ONLY did you take care of every detail to make things run smoothly, but
your attention to our needs and comfort was exceptional. Moreover,
there were so many pleasant and unexpected surprises to delight and
"pamper" us. The accommodations were historic, exquisite and
charming. I especially appreciated you sharing your knowledge of
history with interesting facts and stories. I feel that I learned a
considerable amount about the people, their culture and cuisine - which
brings me to an outstanding aspect of the entire experience. The
food and all meals were excellent quality! Terima kasih (thank you in
Malay)!"
Sherry Eggers
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
"MALAYSIA WASN'T WHAT WE EXPECTED. WE'RE NOT
sure exactly what our expectations were, but they were far
exceeded! The food was even better than your India trip. The
variety of city, beach and jungle was timed just right. We look
forward to traveling with you again!"
Paul & Carol Clothier
Stevensville, Maryland, USA
"THANK YOU FOR ANOTHER FANTASTIC HOLIDAY! YOU
have
done a fantastic job. Will be back for more "roughing it" in the future."
Ken Dawson
Derbyshire, United Kingdom
"THANK YOU BOTH ZAC AND SINGHJI. THIS TRIP IS
more than what we expected. It was an adventure, fun and
exciting. On our own, we would not have been able to see and
experience what we did with your help. Every detail of the trip
was meticulously planned and taken care of. You have planned
everything very well and everybody got your full attention. You
are sure to see us and our family members on your next trips."
Shanti & Kusum Parakh
Ontario, Canada
"VEGVOYAGES TURNED OUT TO BE MORE THAN I expected -
more of India, more variety. I feel we saw what other tours miss.
I now have an appreciation of the vastness and vitality of the country
and people. I will return to voyage with VegVoyages again!"
Elanta Nelson
Lahaina, Hawaii, USA
"ONCE AGAIN A FANTASTIC TOUR! YOUR ATTENTION
TO detail is outstanding. The history and culture of each area
comes to life through your explanations and experiences. The food
was amazing! Singhji, thank you for all of the yoga sessions, the
environment adds so much to the experience. Each place was so
unique so I don't know if I had a "favorite". The snorkeling was
absolutely amazing!!! Thank you for introducing us to the
"underwater" world as well as Malaysia. It has been such a
pleasure to travel with our friends at VegVoyages again. We look
forward to many more trips in the future! Thank you all for making this
possible!!! Wherever VegVoyages goes, we will follow!"
Karissa Atkinson
Aberdeen, Washington, USA
"WOULD YOU LIKE TO TRAVEL TO A PLACE FAR AWAY, EAT
delicious and exotic food, meet friendly people, and enjoy beautiful
scenery and historic places? If so, please consider traveling with
VegVoyages. We thoroughly enjoyed our VegVoyage to India, and
highly recommend it!"
Pam Davis
Animal Advocate, Inc.
"THE MALAYSIA TRIP HAS BEEN OUTSTANDING IN EVERY
way. I was continually impressed at the planning and execution of
the trip - every part was better than I had imagined. The trip was
outstanding - we will be checking our calendars when we get home so we
can sign up for the India trip. Thanks for the great memories!!"
Phil Wood
New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA
"IT'S BEEN A PLEASURE TO BE PART OF THIS ADVENTURE
with you Zac & Singhji. I've had such a great time.
Everything ran smoothly, evidently, you've put a great deal of effort
into planning all the trips, accommodations, places to eat, etc.
Thank you for the mountains of vegan food. It's been
appreciated! It's all been such a wonderful experience. I've
learnt a lot from the interesting history that you've given us.
I'd been looking forward to this since Jude and I first discussed it and
I haven't been disappointed in anyway. I hope to travel with you again.
I've got lots of fantastic memories."
Tracy O'Neill
Sheffield, United Kingdom
"I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THE VEGVOYAGES TOUR. I
am so happy I went on it as I would not have been able to visit
some of the great places if I had been traveling alone. The food
as a whole has been wonderful. Singhji has been a fantastic tour leader
and was always more than happy to help or answer questions. Vicky
and Vijay have been great drivers too. I will be recommending the
tours to my friends! Thank you!!"
Kristen Allen
Perth, Australia
"DEAR ZAC, TERIMA KASIH BANYAK-BANYAK (THANK
you very much in Malay) for sharing your knowledge and
enthusiasm; for the wonderful variety of food; for saving us from the
yawning chasms that lurk in every pavement; for teaching Barry to be
fluent in Malay; for taking such very good care of us and for
introducing us to the joys of snorkeling! Jumpa lagi (see you
soon) - very soon!"
Jane and Barry Lidster
Farnsfield, Notts, UK
"ANOTHER EXCEPTIONAL TOUR! AGAIN, I CANNOT
SAY enough about the level of hospitality. Zac and Singhji go
above and beyond what is needed to ensure their guests are well taken
care of. Also, the forethought put into accommodations and food
quality selection makes for a unique and exciting experience. I
could say much more, but of course, I waited until the last minute to
write this. Thank you again for introducing me to another new and
exciting corner of the world!"
Rob Atkinson
Aberdeen, Washington, USA
"THANK YOU FOR A MARVELOUS TRIP! WE HAD A
wonderful time and would recommend VegVoyages to anyone. We've
learned a great deal about India and appreciated the opportunity to see
aspects of the country and culture which the average tourist may
not. Everyone was friendly and hospitable and we felt very
welcome. Hope to see you in Malaysia next year!"
Janet & Russell Devlin
Victoria, Australia
"IT'S BEEN FANTASTIC TO BE BACK ON ANOTHER
VegVoyage, and it's been totally wonderful - AGAIN! Thank you once
again for an absolutely wonderful holiday. It's been wonderful
traveling with you again. The trip has definitely made me realize I
need to spend a lot more time exploring South East Asia. I've
definitely got the island bug now. It's been great having such a mixture
of different activities and terrains. The food has been fantastic
yet again, but especially interesting this time as there were so many
things that I hadn't had before. Thanks to both of you - been so
good to see you again and I've enjoyed it so much. See you in
Indonesia!!"
Jude Bennington
South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
"THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST TRIPS I'VE BEEN ON.
IT HAS changed my opinion about tours. This felt more like
traveling with friends - that know where and what they're doing - rather
than with tour guides. The experience was not only loads of fun,
but definitely a learning experience. I feel like I have a true
introduction to the country and its people, both enjoyable and
overwhelming...I would not change a thing. This trip has
encouraged me to further explore the surrounding countries. Thanks
for everything, see you in 2007!"
Anh Hong
Long Beach, California, USA
"WE PURPOSEFULLY DIDN'T HAVE A SET LIST OF
expectations for our tour in India because it would certainly defy
expectations, which it did, in the best of ways. Everything -
accommodations, staff, transportation and food - was wonderful and the
trip was a success in every capacity. Everything about the trip
was wonderful. There is no way an independently-planned trip to
India could see so much of Rajasthan in the same amount of time.
Thanks so much for everything!"
Bryan & Heather Sandala
Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
"I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME THIS
opportunity to see India, and not just the India tourists
see. As a vegan and as a woman traveling alone, the VegVoyages
tour was a perfect fit because you gave me security and true peace of
mind from safe lodging and travel to ordering the right food.
Visiting the villages, home visits and family meals were great!
Not only did you surpass every expectation I had for this trip, but you
gave me an intimate experience of India which I will forever be grateful
for. My only wish would be that you continue doing tours &
creating more tours - so I can see more of the world with you.
Thank you so much for all you've done. Take care and hope to see
you soon!"
Peggy Goings
San Diego, California, USA
"IT WAS A GREAT ADVENTURE! YOUR CARE AND
attention was so kind and genuine. I loved the different palace
accommodations, eco-retreat and havelis and "our Raj" was so hospitable
and gracious - it was indeed a treat meeting him and his family.
We also loved the different varieties of foods each night - it was such
an adventure to try new ways of enjoying different veggies.
Thank you!"
S. Shamim
British Colombia, Canada
"DEAR ZAC & YUSI, SINGHJI AND JASON, I REALLY
enjoyed both of your adventures around India and Laos. Everything
was beyond my expectations: the routes were well planned and organized,
hotels in some places were better than those I stayed at in Europe, and
food was so delicious! Please, keep on doing what you do and
I am looking forward to experience your Malaysia adventure!... I just
looked thru my Laos pictures and realized I would like to add
more. The trip was so special in many ways: daily Lao new words,
evening ceremonies with traditional music and dancing and unforgettable
Lao massage!"
Tetyana Pryymak
Denmark
"THIS HAS BEEN A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE, MUCH
more than we ever expected. We really appreciate all the
extra efforts made to make this special for us: the yoga sessions,
the selection of unique accommodations full of character. This
trip has been fascinating, peaceful and fulfilling. The attention
to detail and the thorough pampering you give to your guests has
surpassed all of my expectations and I will carry with me friendships
and memories. Thank you. We'll see you again!"
Mike & Pam Golafshar
Zhuzhou, Hunan Province, China
"PHIL AND I (FINALLY) WANTED TO GIVE SOME
feedback about our Jan 5 - 20 trip to India. This has been on
our to do list since we got home, but of course that is a very long
list! Our trip to India was amazing. We loved getting to see
such a variety of villages and ways of life. We loved how genuine
the trip was - we got to see people and situations how they were, not
ever "presented" or "sanitized" for us. We don't know of any way other
than with VegVoyages to travel and experience a place in the way we did -
eating in local villages, sharing breakfast in local homes, interacting
with people we come across strolling through the countryside. We are
anxiously awaiting the announcement of a new trip - South India, Laos,
Indonesia - wherever you are going! Please let us know when
one is available!"
Melanie & Phil
California, USA
To all our friends...
Bahut, bahut dhanyavaad!
(Hindi)
Terima kasih banyak!
(Bahasa Malaysia)
Khawp jai lai-lai!
(Lao)
Thank you very much!
(English)
...for traveling with us!
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