Timo T.

I look back on the trip with Timo as the group leader (along with Katrin and Sara) with such a wonderful feeling; it was something very special to me, and I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Since it was my first trip to Southeast Asia and I was traveling alone as an 18-year-old, feeling safe was extremely important to me—and that’s exactly how I felt from the very beginning. Even before the trip, Timo was always available, super helpful, took the time to answer my questions in detail, and gave so many tips and pieces of information that I felt perfectly prepared. Throughout the entire trip, I never once felt unsafe or worried. I was able to just completely unwind because Timo organized everything, from transfers to activities to the restaurants. And he even thought of so many little details that I would never have thought of myself. You could just go with the flow and enjoy the moment without having to constantly plan—that was really wonderful. At the same time, though, you still always felt like you had a say in what we did. What makes Timo special to me is his calm, attentive, and at the same time totally relaxed manner. He really looked out for everyone, was responsive to everyone’s needs, and had a solution for everything. Yet he was never “the tour guide,” but more like a friend you’re traveling with who simply takes care of all the organization :). That’s exactly what made the whole trip so pleasant and relaxed. You can just tell how much experience and passion he puts into it. He introduced us to the culture in a totally authentic way, whether through the food, little local spots, a few Thai words, or the many little side facts along the way. Even after the trip, he helped me with my further route planning, which really isn’t something to take for granted and meant so much to me. And the group dynamic was just amazing—it didn’t feel at all like I was traveling with strangers, but more like I was with friends I’ve known forever. I’m just incredibly grateful for this experience and would really recommend it to everyone. If you’re thinking about traveling with Timo: Do it—it’ll be an unforgettable time and just so much fun 😊🤍

The great reviews here didn't overpromise! Thanks, Timo, for this amazing trip! Thanks to you (and Katrin and Anna—we were a great little travel group!) my first experience in Southeast Asia and my first trip of this kind turned out to be a wonderful experience. I’m so glad I went on this very spontaneous trip (booked just 3 days before departure;) and Timo was incredibly helpful and eager to answer my last-minute questions, assist with the decision-making, and help plan the trip there. I was skeptical at first about whether this format would suit me, since I also really enjoy traveling alone and prefer slow travel. I kept an open mind and was pleasantly surprised—the itinerary was superbly planned, and the two weeks simply felt timelessly beautiful, with the perfect balance of travel pace and group dynamics. My intuition that Timo is a great person and tour guide, and that this format is truly worthwhile, was confirmed. How quickly strangers become friends when traveling! And I actually really enjoyed not having to plan or organize anything, but simply being able to have a say in decisions. This allowed me to immerse myself even more fully in the moment and leave my smartphone aside. Timo, you didn’t come across as some sort of “local” tour guide, but rather, thanks to your relaxed, empathetic, and enthusiastic nature, like a friend—which I really appreciated. You could feel your vast experience and motivation to make this trip a wonderful, feel-good, and growth-oriented experience for everyone in every detail. You took so much more into account than I could have imagined, and for that, you were simply impossible not to love as a travel leader. It’s clear that you do this with passion, and that’s what matters in life. Instead of praising you any further here, I’ll keep it short and address everyone who will travel with you in the future: Have a great time—it’s going to be really cool! ..and maybe see you soon on a motorcycle in Nepal! :D