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Jules Verne: Jewels of India

Immerse yourself in the sights, colours and spices of this dazzling country with a jules verne tour.

A land of ornate Maharaja palaces and serene temples, of soaring Himalayan peaks, vibrant cities and the elusive Bengal tiger, India captures the imagination of travellers and enchants all who visit.

Travel with Jules Verne and you can take your pick from carefully planned tours that will immerse you in this fascinating country. You can discover dazzling wildlife and awe-inspiring architecture, meet locals in tiny villages, see the Taj Mahal at glow at sunset and explore vast cities.

India promises the trip of a lifetime and when you travel with Jules Verne everything will be taken care of.

The Tale of the Tiger

The Bengal tiger is India’s national symbol and has been immortalised in everything from books and paintings to poetry. This tour offers you the chance to glimpse this majestic animal in its natural environment with thrilling game drives through Ranthambore National Park as part of a 11-day tour which also takes in India’s famous Golden Triangle.

Starting with a two-night stay at the five-star Taj Mahal hotel in Delhi, you will visit the famous Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, and enjoy tiger safaris and talks at India’s most famous tiger reserve. You can also choose to add a  hot-air balloon ride and soar above the magnificent pink city of Jaipur.

  Don’t miss   the taj mahal

The Taj Mahal gleams with pearly white marble, inlaid with semi-precious stones. It is a breathtaking expression of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan’s adoration of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal, a love poem writ large across the landscape.

Visit at sunset and this masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architecture is given another layer of beauty as it shimmers against a backdrop of shifting pink, blue and purple skies, the evening light picking out the intricately carved stone, illuminates the elegant domes. If you’re lucky a milky moon may even rise from the horizon behind creating the perfect photo opportunity of one of the world’s most wondrous sites.

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'visit at Sunset to witness another layer of the taj mahal's beauty'

India’s golden triangle.

India’s Golden Triangle tour incorporates the famous cities of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, where you will feast on a smorgasbord of India’s royal and cultural heritage.

Immerse yourself in the fusion of old and new Delhi as you explore the city’s imposing Mughal architecture, in the shape of the Jama Mosque, take in one of its cultural icons, the eternal flame memorial to Gandhi at the Raj Ghat, and marvel at the India Gate, a mighty arch towering above New Delhi’s arrow-straight boulevards.

In the pink sandstone city of Jaipur, you will discover the lattice-like façade of the Palace of the Winds, you’ll see sunrise at the Taj Mahal and enjoy tea with a local family in a British colonial home.

  Don’t miss   Agra fort

Shah Jahan’s imprisonment in one of India’s finest Mughal forts, the Agra Fort, allowed him to end his days gazing at one of his finest achievements, the homage to his wife, the Taj Mahal.

Agra Fort may not be as famous as the fine work of its neighbour, but it is still a masterpiece with the ability to dazzle as you stroll through the endless courtyards of palatial red sandstone and marble.

Prepare to be awed by this giant scale of human endeavour, an unending maze of buildings within buildings surrounded by massive double walls which stand 60ft high. It contains marvels such as the spectacular Jahangir’s Palace and the Khas Mahal, adorned with gold and precious gems.

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'AGRA FORT DAZZLES AS YOU STROLL THROUGH ITS ENDLESS COURTYARDS'  

Highlights of northern india.

The perfect introduction to the jewels of northern India, this immersive tour takes in the classic sites such as the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, Delhi’s incredible monuments and the magnificent forts and palaces of Royal Rajasthan, not to mention a visit to Ranthambore National Park where you have the chance to spot the famous Bengal tiger.

Your Rajasthan adventure will include the lavish palaces of lakeside Udaipur, the Blue City of Jodhpur, with its tangle of medieval streets, and you can add a balloon ride over the flamboyant city of Jaipur, with its grand palace and opulent Amber Fort.

 Don’t miss  rajasthan

The forts and palaces of Royal Rajasthan are an unforgettable part of this tour, but even with such a variety of regal residences, the Palace of the Winds in Jaipur stands out for its ingenious design.

Built in 1799 with the city’s famous pink sandstone, this was part of the women’s section of the huge City Palace. Its façade is made up of 953 windows in total and acts as a vast porch, allowing a breeze to blow through the tiny lattice-like jharokha windows even in the hottest Indian summers. Here, the royal women could stay hidden from view while still enjoying all the action of the streets below.

'THE FAÇADE OF THE PALACE OF THE WINDS IS MADE UP OF 953 WINDOWS IN TOTAL'

Sikhs and exiles.

Returning travellers who want to discover a different side to India have the chance to explore two of the country’s top spiritual sites on this tour; the Golden Temple of Amritsar, the most important pilgrimage site of Sikhism, and Mccloud Ganj in the Himalayan foothills, the residence of the Dalai Lama in exile.

You will also experience the changing of the guard at the India-Pakistan border, a visit to explore the rich cultural heritage of Delhi and a trip on the Himalayan toy train built for British colonial families fleeing the Indian summer heat.

  Don’t miss   The himalayan queen 'toy train'

The Himalayan Queen ‘Toy Train’ runs between Kalka and the summer capital of Shimla, offering some of the most beautiful views of the dramatic Himalayas. Built in 1903 and listed by Unesco as an example of the outstanding mountain railways of India, the narrow-gauge railway slowly climbs up into the forested mountains over 60 miles and five hours, offering beautiful views, passing through 103 tunnels and crossing 800 bridges.

Revered for its innovative engineering marvels, which allow it to loop and zigzag back and forth along impossible curves and gradients – 900 curves in all – the train stops at nine different stations, offering the chance to get out and take photos.

'THE "TOY TRAIN" PASSES THROUGH 103 TUNNELS AND CROSSES 800 BRIDGES'

The taj tour.

Just as the Taj Mahal is the crowning glory of India’s rich architecture, so the Taj hotels are the pride of the country’s accommodation offerings, with immaculate service and, often, exquisite old palace settings.

Join this tour and you won’t just explore the wonders of the Taj Mahal and India’s Golden Triangle, you will visit the holy Sikh city of Amritsar, the Himalayan town of Shimla and vibrant Mumbai – plus you’ll stay in the most prestigious Taj hotels along the way.

From the contemporary Taj Swarna in Amristar to the newly opened Taj Theog perched at 8,000ft with sweeping Himalayan views and Mumbai’s landmark Taj Mahal Palace, you will enjoy luxury every step of the way.

 Don’t miss  shimla

Once the summer capital of British India, Shimla sits high up in the Himalayas and is not just popular as a holiday spot but as a favourite setting for Bollywood films as well.

Built on seven hills, it is known as the Queen of Hills for its timeless, ethereal beauty. A wonderful antidote to India’s bustling cities, this cool Himalayan retreat is surrounded by dense pine forests and promises stunning trekking routes through the mountain scenery. Explore the town’s colonial streets, visit the Viceregal Lodge, the summer residence of the Viceroy of India, and the Gaiety Theatre, where Rudyard Kipling once trod the boards.

Travel solo at no extra cost

If you would like to join one of the fascinating India tours offered by Jules Verne, there are selected dates available to solo travellers without the need to pay a single supplement. These carefully curated small group tours give you the chance to meet like-minded travellers as well as offering you free time to explore under your own steam.  

You will be accompanied by a tour manager who will take care of all the details. There are guaranteed departures and a price guarantee, and Jules Verne has negotiated so you can enjoy your own room in each hotel at no extra cost.

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The most romantic hotel especially the palace wing.The hotel is located just near the gate of india and the view is beautiful . excellent service makes the hotel unforgetable we will be happy to return

Dear Guest, Greetings from The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking the time to write a review on Trip Advisor on your experience at The Taj. It is our sincere endeavor to ensure that our guests enjoy a memorable experience and I am delighted to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. Your feedback is greatly encouraging and will motivate our team to do even better. We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to The Taj soon. With best regards, Taljinder Singh Area Director - Mumbai Hotels & General Manager -The Taj Mahal Palace

Wonderful location and a magnificent hotel. The service was excellent and the Palace Wing is very comfortable. The place oozes with History and you can see why this Hotel is favoured by famous people.

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The hotel is excellent, the employees are willing always to help you. I recommend it. BUT please take note, that if you have a flight and must leave before 6 o'clock in the morning, they won't provide you with a trip breakfast without additional costs, although the buffet breakfast is included in your stay. This situation never happen in other hotels when similar conditions take place.

Dear Guest, Greetings from The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking the time to write a review on Trip Advisor further to your experience at The Taj. It was a pleasure having you stay with us. We deeply appreciate your feedback, as it would help us identify and overcome our shortcomings as well as create improvements in our service and attention towards our guests. We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to The Taj soon. With best regards, Taljinder Singh Area Director - Mumbai Hotels & General Manager -The Taj Mahal Palace

From the very moment you enter this place it's a royal treatment with personnel attention. Place is beautifully done and when we visited during Christmas time it was decorated to the season. This place is huge but attention to detail is top notch and staff is ready to help and do their best to make sure you are happy. We had two rooms booked for a night and when we got our rooms one of them was a smoking room. We requested that we would like to be placed in non-smoking room they not only found us two non-smoking rooms on same floor but got us one room with ocean view and moved us in no time. Matter of fact we had US passports and they never asked us for a deposit hold or our credit card numbers just in case. (We were paid in advance). In short you can keep writing but have to just experience it.

Dear Guest, Greetings from The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking the time to write a review on Trip Advisor on your experience at The Taj. It is our sincere endeavor to ensure that our guests enjoy a memorable experience and we are delighted to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. We are very happy and delighted that we were able to create the pleasant experience and make a difference to you in this busy metro city. Your appreciation has been shared with my team and we are motivated to strive for excellence. We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to The Taj soon. With best regards, Taljinder Singh Area Director - Mumbai Hotels & General Manager -The Taj Mahal Palace

We enjoyed High Tea as part of our Intrepid Food Tour of India, and it was one of our highlights. If you cant afford to stay there, then go for the High Tea which is awesome, with excellent dishes and a vast array of desserts. We left feeling very full indeed.

Dear Guest, Greetings from The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking the time to write a review on Trip Advisor on your experience at The Taj. It is our sincere endeavor to ensure that our guests enjoy a memorable experience and we are delighted to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. Thank you for your compliments to our Team on your Food and Beverage experience with us We greatly value your patronage and look forward to welcoming you back to The Taj soon. With best regards, Taljinder Singh Area Director - Mumbai Hotels & General Manager -The Taj Mahal Palace

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Secret’ sri lanka joins jules verne’s sublime collection of escorted tours to the indian subcontinent, latest programme also features ‘no or low’ single supplements on more tours, reduced group sizes, jeep safari upgrades and a new special event in jaipur.

Enjoy a train journey to Jaffna, where visits to Kadurugoda Temple and Nallur Hindu Temple, and a curry cookery demonstration are among the highlights, travel by boat to Delft Island (known for its wild ponies, descended from horses first introduced by the Portuguese), visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Polonnaruwa and ancient rock cave temple at Dambulla, and choose from optional excursions that include Anuradhapura – famous for its enormous dagobas (brick stupas) and ancient pools – and whale or dolphin-watching.

Departing 21 September & 26 October 2018, and 22 February, 22 March & 26 April 2019, the price is from £1,995 pp (two sharing), including flights (Heathrow), transfers, nine nights’ B&B, five lunches, nine dinners, excursions, and the services of guides and local representatives. One overnight flight.

Jules Verne’s dedicated brochure to India, Nepal, Bhutan & Sri Lanka also includes several new features, further enhancing its holiday offering in this vibrant, colourful and intoxicating part of the world:

• Kerala Naturally : One of India’s most beautiful areas, famed for its lush vegetation, beaches and picturesque backwaters, Kerala is a delightful combination of coast, countryside and colonial history. This 16-night tour takes in the remote north of the region as well as the rainforest, the Indian Ocean and the hill stations of the Western Ghats. Departing 14 March & 12 September 2019, the price with no single supplement is from £2,495 pp*.
• Highlights of Northern India : Visiting the Agra, Mehrangarh and Amber forts, the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri and Udaipur, this exceptionally good value 13-night tour also includes a game drive in Ranthambore National Park. Departing 6 January, 14 April & 22 September 2019, the price with no single supplement is from £1,495 pp*.
• Group sizes reduced: Jules Verne’s group sizes have been reduced across its Indian Subcontinent programme, making them lower than most other escorted tour operators. Depending on the itinerary chosen, the average group size is ten. Smaller groups create a more intimate and sociable atmosphere, enabling travellers to delve into their destination in more detail, get closer to the destinations visited and experience local life in a more personal and informal setting.
• Useful weather guide and client feedback on top-rated tours and guides: Providing invaluable assistance for clients planning their visit to the Indian Subcontinent, Jules Verne’s latest brochure features an easy-reference chart showing the average daily temperatures and monthly rainfall across the region throughout the year. Also featured is feedback from clients who travelled there with Jules Verne in 2017, rating their top ten Indian guides (local specialists guide each tour) and their top ten tours for accommodation.
• Privately guided & small groups: Keen to visit India, Nepal, Bhutan & Sri Lanka but prefer a more personal experience with family or friends? Jules Verne can create a privately guided version of any of its escorted tours in the region, visiting the same sights but with your own vehicle and driver/guide, travelling either on the published brochure dates or on alternative dates as required.

*Prices are based on two sharing (unless otherwise specified) and include return flights, accommodation, meals and excursions as per the itinerary, and the services of a Tour Manager, guides and local representatives.

Fully ABTA and ATOL bonded, and winner of many travel awards, including Which? ‘Recommended Provider Status 2017’, Jules Verne’s team of travel experts organises every detail, ensuring that clients can book in complete confidence. This commitment is further reinforced by Jules Verne’s 100% Price Guarantee; the holiday price is fixed when clients book and will remain so, even if Jules Verne’s costs increase subsequently.

A copy of Jules Verne’s latest brochure to India, Nepal, Bhutan & Sri Lanka can be viewed or downloaded here . For details of its escorted tours and cruises worldwide, for 2018 and beyond, call 020 3553 3722 or visit the Jules Verne website at www.vjv.com .

Jules Verne adds eight new small group UK tours for 2021

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Escorted tour specialist Jules Verne has 30 new tours in its Worldwide Journeys brochure for 2024, including its first range of walking holidays.

The small group specialist said the programme also offers three new destinations: northern Pakistan, the Channel Islands and Spain’s Basque Country.

Debbie O’Neill (pictured), Jules Verne managing director, said: “Informed by booking trends, guest and agent feedback, and a desire to meet the demand for new, inspiring and memorable adventures, every new tour has been carefully curated with customer experience at its heart.”

Other new trips take inspiration from popular pre-existing tours, offering the chance to cover more of a destination within a set time or take a “deeper dive” by staying longer in a destination.

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“For example, following the continued popularity of India – one of our best-selling destinations – we have launched the new India North to South tour,” said O’Neill.

“This offers customers the chance to experience the highlights of both regions within one tour and includes unique new experiences such as an early-morning jeep safari in search of Bengal Tigers, a cooking demonstration with a local Cochin family and backwater cruising in Kerala.

“With picnics set among the mountains in Italy, visits to Mexico’s ancient archaeological sites, wild swimming in spectacular lagoons, sunrises at the Taj Mahal, strolls through the piazzas of Naples and safaris in Tanzania’s stunning reserves, there really is something for everyone.”

The 15-night India North to South holiday costs from £3,495, including flights with Emirates from Heathrow.

Highlights include a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, the Pink City of Jaipur, a boat ride on Lake Periyar to see elephants and a jeep safari in Sariska – famed for its Bengal tigers.

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Jules Verne Unveils Worldwide Journeys Brochure for 2024 Featuring 30 New Tours, Including 7 All-New Walking Adventures

Looking for small group walking, cruising or wildlife experiences in 2024? Jules Verne has you covered with a vast range of new adventures designed to cater to customers’ desires.

Small group escorted tour operator, Jules Verne , has unveiled its Worldwide Journeys brochure, featuring as many as thirty new tours and, for the first time, offering dedicated walking holidays; perfect for those looking to book their next adventure.

Debbie O’Neill, Managing Director at Jules Verne, says , “Spanning five continents, including brand-new destinations, and offering thirty new walking, cruise, and wildlife-themed experiences, we are thrilled to unveil our new Worldwide Journeys brochure for 2024.

“Informed by booking trends, guest feedback, and a desire to meet the demand for new, inspiring, and memorable adventures, every new tour has been carefully curated with customer experience at its heart.

“In a first for Jules Verne, our seven new European walking tours promise to offer a unique and immersive experience for those seeking a slow-paced but active adventure exploring the saw-toothed peaks of Italy’s majestic Dolomites, strolling amongst Côte d’Azur’s glamorous gardens, or roaming along Crete’s golden beaches.

“We are also delighted to offer tours to brand-new destinations. Northern Pakistan, the Channel Islands – two entirely new destinations for us – and Spain’s Basque Country – a largely unexplored area within an already-popular country – have huge appeal for customers looking to explore lesser-visited places alongside like-minded individuals.

“Alongside these entirely new itineraries, we have also launched a host of new trips which take inspiration from popular pre-existing tours. Typically, these offer guests the chance to either cover more of a destination in a set time (perfect for those hoping to see the highlights of an entire country), or take a deeper dive into an area by increasing the amount of time spent there.

“For example, following the continued popularity of India – one of our best-selling destinations – we have launched the new India North to South tour. This offers customers the chance to experience the highlights of both regions within one tour and includes unique new experiences such as an early morning jeep safari in search of Bengal Tigers, a cooking demonstration with a local Cochin family and backwater cruising in Kerela.”

“With picnics set amongst the mountains in Italy, visits to Mexico’s ancient archaeological sites, wild swimming in spectacular lagoons, sunrises at the Taj Mahal, strolls through the piazzas of Naples, and safaris in Tanzania’s stunning reserves, there really is something for everyone.”

Read on to discover some of Jules Verne’s best new tours for 2024, including Early Booking Offers and no single supplement options, all available to book online or via your travel agent now…

Walking in the Italian Dolomites | 7 nights from £1,725 | Early Booking Offer

• Prices from £1,725, with departures in June & September 2024
• Return flights with easyJet from London Gatwic
• Price includes air travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation in the family-run, alpine-style Hotel Tschurtschenthaler, daily breakfast, 6 dinners, 5 guided walks, excursions, local guide
• Early Booking Offer: save £200pp on 2024 bookings made by 29 February 2024

This 7-night walking tour takes guests on an adventure through the saw-toothed peaks, bright blue lakes, awe-inspiring mountains, and charming Tyrolean villages of the Italian Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Waking up in an alpine-style lodge, guests can look forward to days spent enjoying picnics with panoramic mountain views, visiting the majestic three peaks of the Tre Cima di Lavaredo, hiking along old military routes (with fortifications still visible from WWI), and tasting steaming strudel in the comfort of a cosy mountain hut.

India North to South | 15 nights from £3,495 | No Single Supplement Option

• Prices from £3,495, with departures in October and November
• Return flights with Emirates from Heathrow
• Price includes air travel and taxes, transfers, 14 nights’ accommodation, daily breakfast, 2 lunches and 6 dinners

This 15-night tour is perfect for first-time visitors to India wanting to explore the best of this magical, multifaceted country – the regal and rural from the north to the south, by air, road, rail, rickshaw, and boat. Highlights include a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, a jeep safari in Sariska (famed for its Bengal Tigers), seeing the elegant Pink City of Jaipur, enjoying a home-cooked meal with a local Indian family, and a boat ride on Lake Periyar to witness the mesmerising sight of elephants drinking at the water’s edge.

Walking in Crete | 7 nights from £1,845 | Early Booking Offer

• Prices from £1,845, with departures in April and October 2024
• Return flights with easyJet from London Gatwick
• Price includes air travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation in 4-star Hotel Samaria, daily breakfast, 4 dinners, 5 guided walks, excursions, local guide

Explore the magnificent, diverse landscape of Greece’s largest island with this 7-night walking tour. From roaming through its olive groves, majestic mountains, and ancient villages, to wandering along its dramatic gorges and golden beaches. Other highlights include visiting a family-run olive oil producer and the fascinating remains of ancient civilisations whilst touring through the region’s charming villages, as well as enjoying its waterscapes, with a refreshing dip in the spectacular Balos Lagoon and scenic boat trip to the coastal port of Skafia.

Highlights of the Yucatan | 11 nights from £2,795

• Prices from £2,795, with departures in February and November 2024
• Return flights with British Airways from London Gatwick
• Price includes air travel and UK departure taxes, transfers, 10 nights’ accommodation, daily breakfast, 4 lunches, 2 dinners, local guides

Starting at Ek Balam (with its 30-metre-high acropolis) and ending on the Maya Riviera’s Caribbean shore, this 11-night itinerary takes guests on a deep dive into the Yucatan region and into Mexico’s rich history, culture, and landscapes. Highlights include exploring ancient archaeological sites, such as the stuccoed temples and 5-storey pyramid of Edzna, boating through mangrove channels (home to endangered sea turtles), and visiting weaving workshops run by the Yaxunah Mayan community.

Tanzania’s Secret South | 10 nights from £3,695

• Prices from £3,695, with departures in June, July, September, and October 2024
• Return flights with Ethiopian Airlines from London Heathrow
• Price includes air travel and taxes, transfers, 9 nights’ accommodation (including mountain lodges and National Park camps), full board, park fees, local guides

This 10-night tour explores a trio of unsung (and uncrowded) yet stunning reserves in Tanzania’s southern region: Nyerere National Park, previously awarded UNESCO status for its vast untamed wilderness and diversity of fauna; Mikumi, a landscape of low-lying wetlands flanked by mountains; and Saadani, the country’s only coastal conservancy. Highlights include dawn walks, boat safaris, and game drives, with the chance to spot Africa’s Big Five, hippos, crocodiles, and a whole host of other animals.

Discover Sorrento & The Amalfi Coast | 7 nights from £1,545

• Prices from £1,545, with departures in April, May, June, September, and October 2024
• Return flights with easyJet from London Gatwick or with British Airways from London Heathrow (depending on departure date)
• Price includes air travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation at 4-star Giosuè a Mare Hotel, daily breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner, local guides

This week-long tour allows guests to explore the best of the Sorrentine peninsula whilst staying in an idyllic 4-star hotel, carved into an ocean-facing cliff in the Italian coastal town of Meta di Sorrento. From visiting the evocative remains of Pompeii and driving along ‘the divine coast’ to Amalfi, to exploring Naples, one of Europe’s oldest cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its plethora of piazzas, palaces and castles, and touring the glamorous island of Capri, it is the perfect way to enjoy la dolce vita!

Please note, if our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply and all tours are subject to availability with no additional spaces possible once the tour is filled. Book online or call 0203 553 3722 to speak to a Jules Verne specialist.

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About Jules Verne: Established in 1978, Jules Verne’s innovative small group escorted tours offer authentic travel with a twist via air, road, rail and river. Every Jules Verne traveller is guaranteed a unique, quality experience within a small group of around 15 like-minded companions.

The spirit of Jules Verne is to seek out fascinating adventures around the world. Jules Verne works thoughtfully with local tour guides and communities to craft tours which reveal the true heart of each destination.

Jules Verne tours are packed with special events and little extras. Fully ABTA and ATOL bonded and winner of many travel awards, our experts organise every detail to the highest standard so customers can book in complete confidence. www.vjv.com .

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Excellent pre travel service from Tara

We have used VJV before had had a wonderful time so have booked the Nile cruise including Aswan. We've not travelled yet, but I just wanted to praise the exceptional service we have received from Tara who went above and beyond in sorting out some specific requests when her colleagues had told me it was impossible previously. She is a credit to VJV.

Date of experience : 18 April 2024

Recently went to Mexico and Guatemala…

Recently went to Mexico and Guatemala with this company. Awful holiday, expensive but done cheaply. Coming through immigration, we had to walk to our bus and the car barrier came down onto my husbands head, splitting the skin and causing him to collapse. We have been offered £300 as a goodwill gesture, because it was out with their control. I asked them if he had died which he could have done (he is 77) would they have said the same thing. Absolutely disgraceful. Please don't book with this company, they do not have your safety as a priority. Their standards have dropped considerably over the last year. I first went with them 35 years ago but will never go with them again. No customer care.

Date of experience : 08 March 2024

JV Golden Triangle India tour

Just came back from JV Golden Triangle India 8 night tour. Fabulous hotels, lovely local guide who organized it faultlessly and small group of just 7 people.

Date of experience : 10 February 2024

Fantastic 600 Mile Nile from Aswan to Cairo…

A SUPER well organised Cruise down the 600 Mile Nile on a comfortable river cruiser MS Darakum Delightfulyl professional and helpful crew. Fantastic food with loads of choice. A knowledgeable guide enhanced the visits at all sites Avoiding the heat and crowds where possible Extra Vjv experiences were a bonus and fun. Cruise includes time to relax and enjoy the interesting river banks passing by.. Finishing in Cairo for the amazing Pyramids, Sphinx and City. Good value for money as everything included, except the Balloon Ride over Valley of Kings.Definitly worth the extra !

Date of experience : 01 September 2023

Appalling. Save your money and use another company

The holiday booked was cancelled 3 weeks before departure. The replacement offered was appalling. It was a so called River Cruise from Stasbourg....No cruise that i know if is so bad. The boat rattles, creaks and bangs the 'cabins' are more akin to a prison cell. The Heath and Safety is dreadful with evacuation over 3 adjoining boats on narrow badly placed planks positively dangerous. During the night, it would be impossible to cross and anyone who is elderly or has mobility problems would simply be left behind. The quality is dire. Don't bother. For a much lower cost I have booked P&O Stateroom for 2 people next December. VJV did exactly the same to a consultant friend who has also provided the most dreadful reviews. They are not what they were and really couldn't care less.

Date of experience : 04 December 2023

Went to uzbeckistan office staff…

Went to uzbeckistan office staff useless I think they are working from home. Not told the printer had broken when I kept emailing. 16 days late receiving info Tour guide young and arrogant No whispers to hear the guide talking when you move away Food repetitive One lady going into dementia One man nearky 90 I have elderly mum so wanted to be without the elderly and taking care of them Photos taken guide gave us hats we provided emails still not received. ! Being used for marketing material. ?! Better not as I will be contacting them. Riveria travel for me !

Date of experience : 30 July 2023

Very poor at responding.

"I´ll get back to you tomorrow" obviously has a different meaning in the Jules Verne lexicon. That´s what we´ve been told three times now, but are still waiting. 20 years ago Jules Verne were the Gold Standard, by which other tour agents were judged, now they are some way below the middle of the pack. That´s a real shame. One commuinication you will receive though is the persistent feedback requests - "Tell us how did we do". Well, I can´t answer that, because you still didn´t do anything!

Date of experience : 17 March 2023

The Golden Road to Samarkand

The Golden Road to Samarkand - Ukbekistan. What a fantastic holiday. The country is culturally rich, very friendly and so much to see and do. Made all the better due to the exacting organisation and admin of VJV customer services team and the exceptional in country guide. He was exceptional. All over every detail, nothing was too much trouble and we were well informed at all times. He earned his tip and more. I can highly recommend this company and this tour. You may find cheaper versions, but having seen other companies whilst I was there, at times they appeared chaotic and disorganised. I having nothing but praise and good words for the the local guide and VJV.

Date of experience : 06 October 2023

Sorrento with VJV

I recently travelled to Sorrento with VJV and thoroughly enjoyed the trip. I’ve been on many previous trips (8) with this company and have always been happy with the service in the UK and when on holiday. The negative comments on here are puzzling. VJV trips typically have small numbers of people on them and a light touch when it comes to being guided. I really like this - I don’t want to be kept under close ‘supervision’, but maybe some people do!

Date of experience : 17 June 2023

NO, DON'T CALL ME BACK

Haven't managed to browse the site at all, thanks to unmoveable."Can we call you back?" pleas that obscured the screen seconds after i clicked on a holiday. Clearly this company is too in love with technological hard-sell techniques to appreciate how off-putting they are.

Date of experience : 11 May 2023

Company Not as Good as it Used to be

Sadly since covid the company has lost site of any customer care. There is no loyalty for all the years of travelling with them, and the company feels as though its run by a group of youngsters with little knowledge of the holiday destinations they are selling.

Date of experience : 16 February 2023

Lacking in knowledge of Schengen

Lacking in knowledge of Schengen. VJV rep was unable to advise on Schengen passport rules when flying from the UK to an EU country and then on to another EU country without returning home first. This was surprising given they are a company that have many EU multi-country tours.

Date of experience : 02 June 2023

The very best Safari experience in Tanzania.

We booked a Safari to Tanzania through VJV - and everything worked just perfectly! Their partner in Africa is Tent with a View - a company who reflect perfectly the service from VJV. Everything worked just as planned - the accommodation was quirky and fun -the food extraordinary (I wasn't expecting that in the middle of the Serengeti) - but most of all the people were warm, friendly and loved to share their culture and way of life. Simply the best experience - awesome! No complaints at all - the brochure tells you what to expect but they delivered so much more. Thank you!

Date of experience : 28 June 2022

Why advertise regional flights?

I was interested in a holiday advertised as having regional flights. Asked for call back which I received. However the sales advisor seemed intent on persuading me to book a holiday with a flight from London and evaded my questions as to why regional flights were advertised. She was so patronising, obtuse and bossy I ended the phone call by saying I wouldn’t want to travel with JV anyway after this experience

Date of experience : 06 February 2023

Avoid Egyptair, if you can’t then don’t book the holiday

We enjoyed our holiday, organised by Jules Verne, it was the return home that was the issue. Another tour group arranged the early flights, Luxor - Cairo, to pick up the Heathrow flight that afternoon, Jules Berne arranged the early afternoon flight. Which was late. So we missed the connection and had to spend the night in a hotel chosen by Egyptair. The Le Passage at Cairo airport. Which was horrible. I wondered if Jules Verne would hide behind the ‘nothing to do with me, contact Egyptair’ nonsense and, guess what… ? They did. No discussion about how this sort of situation might be avoided in the future or, indeed, our thoughts on how the Egypt holiday might be improved. Nope… they have our money and that’s that. Well they won’t have anymore of it. Ever.

Date of experience : 25 April 2023

Excellent tours

We used Jules Verne to book a tour to Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. It was very well organised and a reasonable price for what we got. Phone information was good and the brochures are excellent. We have just booked a tour to Burma and, again, everything so far has been very efficient.

Date of experience : 28 February 2011

No more holidays with VJV

Having travelled twice before with VJV, this time was one not to be repeated. I managed to get a bad cold after a few days and certain people in the group told me I couldn't eat with them and I should go back to my room. The tour manager did nothing to sort this out so I was ostracised for having a cold which I clearly caught whilst on holiday. The tour rep was very pleasant but age inappropriate (20) for the group who were from 64 to late 80s. Although food was served to me in the lounge bar by the time it came it was stone cold. I do not expect to go on holiday and be treated as if I have the plague when I and many other people on the Renoir riverboat were also coughing and sneezing. My previous trip with VJV started badly as they booked flights from Heathrow that were too late to catch the riverboat in Lyon. The flight was delayed but even if it had been on time the boat had already sailed. We ended up wheeling our cases a long way to a hotel to eat, then getting in a small coach for a mad dash to catch up with the boat with a driver who drove extremely dangerously. £100 was given by way of compensation to spend on another holiday with them which I used for the holiday above. Even then they seemed reluctant to allow me to use the £100 having to check with managers even though it was on their records.

Date of experience : 27 September 2023

Dealing with the unexpected

Just completed my second trip with vjv and both have been excellent. I suspect that the overall low rating is because the majority of highly satisfied customers remain silent. Vjv book flights for their customers but it is not their responsibility to help with airport and in-flight issues. If things go wrong, it is the airline's responsibility to sort out problems. On arrival and throughout the itinerary it is the local guides and drivers who represent vjv. In my experience they have been very good. This trip included a client who was ill and became disabled during the trip.The guide earned our respect as he made every effort to ensure the traveller was looked after, paying for a wheelchair and temporary carer out of his own pocket. He assured me that he was confident that vjv would reimburse his expenses. He said the company never queried such unexpected costs. He was confident of their support. Vjv also arranged for wheelchair assistance when we arrived at LHR. That is an indication of good service. I shall be booking another trip with them.

Date of experience : 18 April 2023

Room for improvement !!!!!

Did VJV's Wild Namibia tour Sep 2023. This was my third more recent tour with VJV having done tours with them in the past. Although the actual booking of the tour seemed well organized the after care was very poor. Slow response to emails, poor or incorrect information given and misrepresentation of the tour where the itinery given (and expected to get) did not match the experience on offer to us. A larger than expected group (they added an extra group of six) so to accommodate the now group of 12 we were split into different accommodations. I enquired before the start of the tour, when I learned about the additions, if we would all have the same accommodation and was told yes. this was not the case. The address given for the lodge was incorrect, not even in the same area as stated in the itinery and NO game drives as stated in the itinery (which is what a safari in Africa is all about). Other accommodation used on the tour were of an ok standard but a couple were awful with no air con and poorly maintained with flooding showers. The excuse used is that Africa is a relatively a basic country and these things happen but that's not the case. There were many better lodges nearby with much better facilities. Myself and other guests complained to the local guides used about our individual issues but heard nothing from VJV. I took the privately guided option at an additional £1,300 and was told I would have that to end of the tour at Victoria falls. Then I was told would only have until Botswana, then told would have all the way and so on depending who I spoke to on the phone. It all seemed like the tour was being made up as it went along. I was supposed to have a private car/jeep to the end of the tour and other 11 split between to mini buses but all twelve of us had to squash into a small van to get us to the last hotel with the sorry apologies again. Seems there is not much communication between VJV and local agents used before and whilst on the tours. On my return I approached VJV for compensation for the misrepresentations in there itinery and was offered £200. They admitted that they had issues with the holiday confirmations sent out and were very sorry. I refused the £200 and we finally settled on £400. Nothing can make up for the safari experienced promised but didn't get on this expensive tour. I totally agree with one of the other comments that it's run by young girls that don't have any experience about the places they are selling and about travel in general. Years ago VJV were excellent and I had every confidence in them but sadly not now. This is my third bad experience with them. Shame as they do have some lovely holidays Would I go with them again......possibly but know from experience to take every thing they say with a pinch of salt and to check every thing out for myself....even flights.

Date of experience : 16 September 2023

Their local agents aren’t up to the job.

We did the 600 mile Nile tour and whilst the Egyptian history side was excellent, the catering and travel arrangements were not at all. Before ever booking I checked they could cater for our dietary requirements and was emphatically assured it would be no problem. It started badly on the flight as there was no food for us, and as there was a delay we missed the connecting flight. Since Jules Verne don’t have personnel with you we were left for hours in the airport with no food or even water while we waited for one of their agent’s staff to sort things out for us. This meant most of our group missed booking onto the early flights the next day and were finally taken to a hotel with mouldy bathrooms and questionable catering early in the morning. That meant we missed the first day of the holiday and when we did finally arrive it was a mad dash to take us round what we had missed. Whilst the delay is not their fault, since there was such a tight window for the connection, and it is well known that Heathrow has real problems with baggage loading, this delay was inevitable. However no one did anything for the 9 1/2 hours we were on the plane to sort things out ready for our arrival and we were left to wait for many more hours. On arriving at the boat our fears were realised when it became evident that the catering crew had no idea about our dietary requirements or how to meet them. It took a lot of explanation but things were very hit and miss and nothing was labelled - needless to say we both lost a lot of weight as you are 12 nights on the boat and there is no opportunity to leave to purchase your own food. Jules Verne charge a premium service but then turn you over to their local agents without thoroughly checking that all has been put in place for clients - not good enough for the high cost of these holidays. The actual itinerary (other than the badly planned first day) is really good, and the Nile is glorious, but the catering is just not acceptable. We were lucky we weren’t eating the meat dishes as several people missed a day or two of the holiday as they had severe tummy upsets. For the money they charge there are better tour operators out there - we saw how useful it was to have a rep on the plane with you as all the other groups were sorted onto flights and into hotels hours before us.

Date of experience : 22 October 2022

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One thing I am almost sure of is that this Jules Verne doesn't own or run a boat here but is one of a gazillion agents reselling tours by Vodohod, a Russian company running the largest fleet of river boats. Some people have been known to book directly with Vodohod to save. Please search these forums for Vodohod or Vodokhod.

Just had a look: Jules Verne uses a boat (MS Yesenin) belonging to Mosturflot, another large Russian operator.

Thank you for your reply. It was very helpful. There are several links to this ship and a lot of info.

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