Why 32,343 Travelers Rated Us 5 Stars

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Amy, Oct 2026

We only had a couple of days in Tokyo, so we wanted to make our time count. This is where our guide Kay came in. We took a one day tour. Kay helped us have an unforgettable experience. He knew about the history of Japan, the temples and shrines, and helped us navigate around the Asakusa area. We would definitely recommend Kay.

Tina, Oct 2026

Taku was an exceptional guide. He spoke very good English and went over and above to accommodate my family of five adults. He showed us his favorite secret spots as well as including the itinerary items that we had picked out. Highly recommend Taku as a tour guide in Kyoto/Osaka

Hugh, Sep 2026

Myself and my wife had a half-day private walking tour with City Unscripted, hosted by the excellent Mr. Scott North. I would not normally leave a review, either good or bad, but I felt Scott’s knowledge, enthusiasm and friendly manner really deserved a mention. Scott was very informative without overwhelming us with information, and his knowledge of the city and its history was clear throughout the tour. He was also very approachable and happy to answer our questions, which made the experience feel relaxed and personal rather than like a standard guide or someone just doing their job. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Scott and came away having learned a great deal while also seeing the city from a more local perspective. He was a pleasure to spend the morning with and we would have no hesitation in recommending him to others. If you are going to book a walking tour in Kyoto you wouldn't go wrong asking for Scott. Thank you Scott, for making our visit such an enjoyable one.

Liliana, Sep 2026

Kay Arakawa was our tour guide to take us from Tokyo to Kamakura. It was a 9-5 pm tour. We had so much fun visiting all the main areas and learning about them. He pointed out important information, that otherwise we would missed. Kay is fun, knowledgeable all thing Kamakura, relaxed and a great tour guide. If you want to focus on enjoying the scenery, Kay will take you to all the places you don’t want to miss in Kamakura.

Julia, Sep 2026

We had an absolutely wonderful tour in Japan with Kay. It was the perfect mix of everything we had hoped for. Step by step, we learned about Japan’s history while visiting different places around the city. We wandered through local markets and tried all kinds of little local specialties. We definitely wouldn’t have noticed or tried many of them on our own, so it was great that Kay introduced us to them. It gave us a much deeper insight into the local culture and everyday life. The whole experience felt like visiting a good friend who was showing us around their city. We visited not only shrines, temples, and markets, but also some beautiful traditional gardens. The tour was very relaxed, so we were able to learn a lot while also simply enjoying the atmosphere and taking everything in. It was a very interactive tour and the perfect combination of interesting historical information and authentic cultural experiences — from trying delicious local food to learning about traditions and getting little glimpses into everyday Japanese life. We would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Japan!

Regina, Sep 2026

We had a fantastic private tour of Edinburgh with Colin. He was personable, entertaining, and incredibly knowledgeable, with a wonderful sense of humor. He took the time to learn about our interests and tailored the tour especially for us, combining Edinburgh’s fascinating history with medical history, and many hidden places we never would have discovered on our own. Colin showed us quiet closes, secluded gardens, and lesser-known corners of the city, explaining the history and stories behind each one. His passion for Edinburgh was obvious, and his storytelling made the city’s history come alive. The tour never felt rushed or scripted—it felt personal, engaging, and truly unique. This was one of the highlights of our entire vacation. We would highly recommend Colin to anyone who wants to experience Edinburgh beyond the usual tourist attractions.

Tony, Sep 2026

Our tour with Tonya went beyond our expectations! She explained everything we were seeing while being personal. She took us to many places while explaining the history or value of each place. I highly recommend Tonya as a walking guide.

Jose, Aug 2026

José Luis a great guide. Very professional! We had a grate time with him.

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Daniel 13 October 2026

Kyoto

Amazing introduction to Osaka. kai was amazing and great with the kids. Great communication, perfect day.

Rebecca 15 October 2026

Osaka

We had an excellent time on this tour; our guide Harry was awesome. He was timely and very knowledgeable of the area and the sights that we saw. Miyajima is a beautiful island with a lot of personality. Harry made a lot of effort to make sure we were taken care of; from searching out a vegetarian lunch for my older daughter, finding Matcha ice cream for my wife, and talking about music with my younger kids. he was 5 stars all around. great tour; highly recommend.

Robert 14 October 2026

Hiroshima

Kaori was amazing. the way how I was contacted earlier to ensure my trip to Hiroshima was catered for carefully. I really enjoyed every minute of the tour. The personal tour was thought out and being able to see everything I wanted to see on Miyajima. Even after my time with Kaori, she took the time to send me links of places where to go after the tour. Thank you for such a memorable tour. I learnt so much and enjoyed my time there.

Joanne 14 October 2026

Hiroshima

Patrick in Dublin was awesome- we had a great time on our food tour and sight seeing of the city ! He was very accommodating, hospitable, and knowledgeable! Thank you for a great first day in Ireland!

Sophie 13 October 2026

Dublin

Bernardo was an excellent guide. He was very informative and showed us some very interesting sites with a deep knowledge and enthusiasm. Be sure to request him.

Debra 14 October 2026

Montreal

Virginie is an outstanding tour guide. She took her time and even showed us some places to eat that were delicious! We had a wonderful time as she really knows the area and explains the history of Marseilles so you can really understand it. The four of us had a great time with her as our tour guide. Highly recommend her!

Ken 14 October 2026

Marseille

A great opportunity to learn about Lecce and get a feel for the old town. You can cover a lot in a short period of time and can ask for individual preferences eg wine tasting or experience local patisseries. Stefania was wonderful , kind and enjoyed the time with her .

Paul 14 October 2026

Lecce

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14 October 2026

Brigid our guide was amazing! Met us at our hotel for a three hour walking tour. Just the right mix of history, architecture and fun stories. I would highly recommend this tour and Brigid.

Teresa

I had a lovely shopping experience in Ginza with my private guide today\. We visited Mikimoto, where I purchased a beautiful pair of pearl earrings in white gold\. We then went shopping for a special Japanese fountain pen and enjoyed a relaxing coffee break together\. Our final stop was a traditional kimono shop\. Although the kimonos were beyond my budget, it was a wonderful opportunity to discover beautiful Japanese craftsmanship\. My guide was friendly, helpful and made the whole experience enjoyable and comfortable\. I really appreciated the personal assistance and would happily recommend this shopping experience\. Thank you for a lovely afternoon in Tokyo\

Luis Emmanuel

Very friendly and was very helpful and flexible to adjust the plan to our interests. Fluent in English and shared interesting cultural information of Kanazawa area and Japan in general. Thanks!!

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