Reviews from our guests

Our aim is to create small-group tours that combine knowledgeable experts, outstanding hotels and a high level of service throughout. Below is a selection of customer comments - we'll be adding to these as more tours take place through the year. 

"Great insight into the Jacobite history in Scotland visiting poignant locations and travelling through truly impressive scenery enhanced by autumn colours. The organisation is good and the tour guide is excellent."
Julia M. on Jacobite Risings

"Excellent tour in the beautiful surroundings of the Scottish Highlands. Would do it again."
Yvan C. on Jacobite Risings

"Promenades Travel go the extra mile to provide holidays that are informative, interesting and fun. Nothing is too much trouble for the expert guides and the proprietor of the company. Highly recommended."
Sheila B. on Wye Valley Castles of the Marcher Earls

"Great tour of Welsh border castles with a very knowledgeable expert." 
Howard S. on Wye Valley Castles of the Marcher Earls

"A wonderful day experiencing the city of Edinburgh with such a well informed and knowledgable Guide. There was so much to see and discover about Scotland's history." 
Carol C. on Princes, Preachers & Jacobites

"I thoroughly enjoyed the trip. It felt very much like a trip with friends rather than an organised tour." 
Keith R. on The Williamite-Jacobite Wars in the North of Ireland

"Superb trip hosted by real professionals whose knowledge of the subject is exceptional. The small groups provide an inclusive feel almost immediately that helps people travelling on their own to fit in. I would thoroughly recommend this company." 
Robin B. on War of the Three Kings in Ireland

"A well organised, interesting and informative tour based in a good standard hotel in a lovely country. The tour guide was excellent and the company of the other guests enjoyable." 
Julia M. on War of the Three Kings in Ireland

"An excellent short tour of the major sites linked to the Monmouth rebellion with a knowledgeable guide and with accommodation, meals and transport all provided."
Tony R. on The West Shall Rise for Monmouth

"With the benefit of a very knowledgeable historian we had an excellent day visiting the Sedgemoor battlefield, walking a few miles down tracks to  identify the key sites. I also thoroughly enjoyed our visit to  the lovely Lyme Regis, where Monmouth had initially landed."
Meirion H. on The West Shall Rise for Monmouth

"Walking on the Roundway Down escarpment, seeing the terrain and hearing all about the battle really makes an impact, and hearing Julian's descriptions and excerpts was so illuminating." 
Fiona F. on English Civil War, War in the West

"The day at Crecy was even more fascinating than I imagined it would be, and the very personal service meant the trip was even better than expected."
Dinah T. on The Battles of Crecy and Agincourt

"Montreuil is a wonderful base for exploring the sites of two important battlefields in the Hundred Years War. Julian Humphrys is a splendid guide who brings history to life. The L'Hermitage hotel was centrally situated with excellent food."
Valerie & John L. on The Battles of Crecy and Agincourt

"I thoroughly enjoyed my Three Kings in Ireland tour with Promenades Travel. I have never been on a tour like this before and it was excellent in every respect.  A great group to share the trip with, a truly excellent guide and very professionally organised.  I thought I knew my Williamite Wars history, but walking the battlefields and siege locations brought it to life and helped me understand it in a way I have never experienced before.  I thoroughly recommend this tour which I know will be enjoyed by anyone with even a passing interest in Irish history."
Keith R. on War of the Three Kings in Ireland

"Castles are complicated‚ but Dr Rob Jones puts their historic circumstances into perspective and navigates the stories and the facts with aplomb!"
David M-K. on Wye Valley Castles of the Marcher Earls

"We fancied trying something different and were very happy with our decision. Rob was a great guide, able to provide for a diverse  group, providing great context and interesting insights on each of the visits. The itinerary was well balanced with lots to see but also enough time to relax at the end of the day."
David & Martha H. on Wye Valley Castles of the Marcher Earls

"A fascinating insight into the Cistercian Order in a small group and with an excellent guide, visiting some of Britain's most impressive abbey remains in remote and scenic Yorkshire locations."
Chris S. on The Cistercian Impact

"The guided tour of Ripon Cathedral and the Cistercian abbeys was engaging and delightful. Dr. Cindy Woods provided a most helpful historical context for the sites we were seeing, and was responsive to our inquires and reactions to the material we were seeing. Interacting with the others made the event most enjoyable. The accommodations were excellent."
Douglas & Charlotte G. on The Cistercian Impact

"The Cistercian Abbey tour ranged across beautiful Yorkshire dales and moors and set the small group back in time through excellent insights, patient interpretation and deep knowledge provided by our tour historian. Peter was at pains to provide a personal touch that was much appreciated by all."
David M. on The Cistercian Impact

The tour was outstanding all round - the choice of sites, the accommodation and Julian Humphrys' expertise, enthusiasm and friendliness. I had a wonderful time.
Christopher M. on Wars of the Roses: War in the North 

The perfect short holiday for battlefield enthusiasts. We packed more into a long weekend than I could have imagined. Never a dull moment; excellent accommodation and our tour guide Julian Humphrys was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and brilliant at bringing the battles to life in front of our eyes.
Sheila B. on Wars of the Roses: War in the North

"It was all wonderful. The organisation and Barry the guide were excellent, and I loved the small group size and intimacy of the group. I saw and learned a lot and my accommodation was top notch." 
David A. on the Jacobite Risings in Scotland

"I really enjoyed the tours and learning experience, but it was the camaraderie amongst the group and the interaction with the tour manager and expert guide that made it a memorable and special trip for me. Highly recommended." 
Julie B. on the Jacobite Risings in Scotland

"The tour gives you an excellent understanding of the Jacobite Risings and a brilliant holiday." 
Roy G. on the Jacobite Risings in Scotland

"A great break packed with lots of of historical information, but paced in a way that was relaxed and enjoyable." 
Maria F. on the Medieval Churches of the Cotswolds

"Samantha was brilliant. I learnt a lot, can't wait for the next one."
Lynda D. on the Medieval Churches of the Cotswolds
 
"Very enjoyable. Sam is an excellent guide and gives information and pointers to allow the participants to understand and read the churches for themselves." 
Carol C. on the Medieval Churches of the Cotswolds

"This was a great experience for anyone drawn to read the churches, and it's just lovely to share this experience with a knowledgeable expert and other people on the tour."
Roy G. on the Medieval Churches of the Cotswolds

"The entire tour, from the first trip to the Lansdown battle site to Newbury and all the visits in between, was full of interest, education and great company. Made memorable with an absolutely superb guide, Mr Julian Humphrys, who is brimming over with passion, knowledge and energy (he also has a very good sense of humour) 
The English Civil Wars: War in the West

A really enjoyable time. Julian Humphrys, provided an excellent explanation of the battlefields and relevant events. The hotel was of a high standard, comfortable and serving traditional quality food and refreshments.  
Meirion H. on The English Civil Wars: War in the West

"We visited a great selection of beautiful churches. The lovely small group meant there was lots of personal attention and the programme was designed well to give lots of time to enjoy each church. At no point was the tour and everything, including after-dinner conversation, was stitched together seamlessly by Sam Harper, who was more than generous with her knowledge."
The Medieval Churches of Herfordshire

"It was just a brilliant day, well planned and well guided. Lots to keep you interested all day." 
Roy G. on Princes, Preachers & Jacobites

"It was a good, informative and interesting day that ran to plan. The pianist in the Cathedral was an unexpected bonus!"
Julie M. on Princes, Preachers & Jacobites

"An excellent day! Promenades Travel had secured a really enthusiastic Tour Guide in Harriet Still who had previously worked with National Trust at Hardy’s Birthplace and Max Gate and is currently curating a new Hardy Exhibition at Dorset County Museum. There was plenty of walking, but still time for an excellent lunch!"
Jeremy H. on Hardy's Casterbridge