Hayes & Jarvis Reviews 2,607

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 220 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their expert advice, attentive listening skills, and professional yet friendly approach, which makes the holiday planning process smooth and enjoyable. Many people highlight the exceptional service, noting that the team goes above and beyond to tailor trips to individual needs and preferences, ensuring every detail is covered. The booking process is frequently described as straightforward and efficient, with consumers appreciating the personalized support and quick responses. Reviewers trust the company to deliver well-organized and memorable holidays, often returning for multiple trips due to the meticulous planning and reliable support network. However, some customers also noted that it was impossible to speak directly to managers when issues arose, with communication being routed through local representatives.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If you want trouble free, expert advice, smooth connections and an outstanding Safari you will never forget, use Hayes and Jarvis. You will not regret it!!! The best holiday we have ever taken.......... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This guy s the second personally designed holiday that we booked through Hayes & Jarvis. Once again Bethany Coombs has taken our very hazy thoughts and designed and with some very minor tweaks confir... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Carys joined us in a video call, initially for an hours discussion of our desire to visit Sri Lanka for the first time (at 70). She sought details of our preferred holiday style then put together... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is our fifth holiday arranged by Hayes & Jarvis. We keep using them because they are meticulous and all our travels have been well organised and safe. This time we started at a luxury riverside h... See more

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Company details

  1. Tour Agency
  2. Tour Operator

Written by the company

With more than 70 years of helping travellers discover extraordinary experiences, we understand what makes an exceptional holiday. That’s because we always put customer care at the heart of every journey from start to finish, creating a bespoke trip for each guest. With over 60 destinations worldwide in our portfolio, we offer you an award-winning team of destination specialists who truly care. You will have a personal and dedicated trip coordinator, plus 24/7 phone assistance in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, and the safest and best hotels and transportation. With us, you can travel with confidence on your trip of a lifetime. Find out more on our website: https://www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk

Why Choose Us?

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We’ve been creating holidays for over seven decades, specialising in tailor made breaks, we offer great value holidays paired with unrivalled knowledge and excellent customer service. Here are just a handful of reasons to book your next adventure with us.
We’re in the know
We’ve been island-hopping across sapphire seas, discovering mystical temples, hiking through forest-clad mountains and exploring the world’s most exciting cities since 1952. Our travel experiences mean you get insider knowledge and fantastic end-to-end service from dedicated Destination Specialists.
We’re devotees of travel
Just like you, we are inspired by the world around us. We explore destinations so we can share amazing experiences, local connections and insider tips with you. Whether that means absorbing the sea views from an infinity edge pool, hunting for the best cup of coffee in Colombia or hot air ballooning above the Masai Mara. If life is a journey, we’ll be your trusted advisors.
We’re award winners
We are dedicated to crafting tailormade holidays. Our efforts are recognised by the industry experts including Conde Nast Traveller, the World Travel Awards, and the British Travel Awards (seven times over). When we consistently earn 5 star reviews and multiple industry awards, we know our services are highly regarded.
We are responsible
We believe in creating a positive impact in the places we go to and the people we meet on our journeys. With a little thought and care, travel and tourism can be an incredibly positive experience, not just in terms of opening our minds and hearts to various cultures and lifestyles but also as a means of bringing about a change for the better — whether it is about empowering local communities or conservation of natural resources and habitats.
We’re here to help you
You already know what you’d like from your holiday. We are here to listen to your travel dreams, to use our expertise to exceed your expectations and, using our first-hand knowledge of each destination, to exceed them. A single phone call can lead to a lifetime’s worth of precious memories. Together we’ll bring the world a step closer.
We offer fully supported travel
You’ll always speak to us. Our Trip Coordination Team fully supports every step of your journey. You will have a personal and dedicated trip coordinator, plus 24/7 phone assistance in case of emergencies while you’re traveling.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our original holiday Cancellation

Our original holiday was going to be cancelled due to the middle east conflict, so we decided to change the dates, which were also subsequently going to be cancelled. We therefore decided to defer the holiday to Feb 27. Throughout all of the e-mails/dialogue and other discussions, Chris Cook was brilliant, providing first class advice and offering suitable alternative suggestions for our consideration. I cannot recommend H&J enough and in particular Chris Cook for his professionalism and understanding of exactly what the customer wants - thanks Chris for a fantastic job extremely well done.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Dave,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for your incredible patience during such a complex planning process.

We are delighted that your travel consultant, Chris was able to provide the first-class advice and support needed to navigate those challenging obstacles. It is fantastic to hear that his professionalism and alternative suggestions helped turn a difficult situation into a trip you can truly look forward to in 2027.

We are truly grateful for your recommendation and are committed to making your holiday well worth the wait!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hayes and Jarvis New Zealand trip

They organised a fantastic trip which exceeded our expectations. Everything went like clockwork and on the rare occasion when we needed support, they stepped in quickly and provided it. We couldn’t have asked for a better agent.

March 17, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Laurel,

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your New Zealand trip exceeded your expectations.

It is wonderful to know that everything went like clockwork and that our team was able to step in quickly whenever you needed support. We take great pride in being there for our guests every step of the way, and your kind words are the best compliment we could receive.

We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you plan your next seamless adventure!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beth was highly knowledgeable

Beth was highly knowledgeable, responsive and efficient, despite us moving the goalposts mid process.

Beth comes highly recommended!

March 18, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Tim,

Thank you so much for your brilliant review!

We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience working with your travel consultant, Beth. It is fantastic to know that her knowledge and efficiency shone through, even when the plans evolved mid-process.

I will be sure to share your kind recommendation with Beth—she will be thrilled to hear her efforts made such a difference!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Expert Crafting

James took detailed care to work with us, creating a great trip according to our needs. His first hand knowledge and experience made a world of difference.

March 17, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Maggie,

Thank you so much for your kind review!

We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience working with your travel consultant, James. It is fantastic to know that his detailed care and firsthand knowledge helped create a trip perfectly tailored to your needs.

We look forward to helping you bring this incredible itinerary to life!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All ways great service and friendly…

All ways great service and friendly knowledgeable staff.

March 11, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Barry,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

It was truly a pleasure helping you bring your travel plans to life. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you were so satisfied with our service and the support provided.

We wish you all the very best for your upcoming adventure!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Argentina and Chile

We enjoyed another brilliantly organised and executed trip from Hayes and Jarvis. They do great work up-front making sure the itinerary includes the places and activities that really suit us. They execute the trip really well and provide full cover throughout giving us confidence that any issues will be swiftly resolved.

February 25, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Dan,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed another brilliantly organised and executed trip with us.

It is fantastic to know that your bespoke itinerary for Argentina and Chile hit the mark. We take great pride in tailoring every detail to suit your interests and providing the full cover needed for a worry-free experience.

We truly value your continued trust and look forward to helping you plan your next memorable adventure!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic customer experience

Chris Cook, the travel consultant, created the exact holiday package that we were after for our holiday to the Maldives, and even managed to secure the specific room we requested.

February 9, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!

We are delighted to hear that you had such a successful and memorable holiday to the Maldives. It is fantastic to know that your Travel Consultant, Chris, was able to curate the exact package you were looking for and go the extra mile to secure your specific room request. We know that those finer details truly make all the difference to a special getaway.

We look forward to helping you plan many more incredible adventures in the years to come!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our holiday to Vietnam and Cambodia…

Our holiday to Vietnam and Cambodia with Hayes & Jarvis was exceptional from start to finish. The itinerary was beautifully planned with stunning hotels, excellent guides and drivers and seamless ground transport. The pre‑trip support was outstanding — when we had to postpone our original holiday due to illness, everything was handled with care and flexibility. Overall, a wonderfully organised, memorable experience that allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment

February 16, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Nicola,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your journey through Vietnam and Cambodia with us was exceptional from start to finish.

It is particularly heartening to know that our team could support you during such a difficult time when you had to postpone your original plans. We are so pleased that our care and flexibility allowed you to finally enjoy the beautifully planned itinerary you deserved.

We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderfully organised adventure in the future!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good experience with Hayes and Jarvis

Good experience with Hayes and Jarvis. Bethany was very helpful, patient and responsive -clearly knowledgeable about the trip we were interested in which helped greatly.

March 12, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Joe,

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with us.

It is fantastic to know that your travel consultant was so helpful and patient throughout the process. Her expertise and responsiveness are exactly what we strive for to ensure our guests feel confident in their travel plans.

We wish you many more incredible adventures ahead!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A luxury trip to a lovely country.

This was an admittedly quite expensive trip for a “big birthday” and our first trip to Sri Lanka. However, it was worth it for such top accommodation, food and guides.
I’m a fairly experienced independent traveller and you COULD do Sri Lanka on a budget, but this curated trip was a great introduction to some of its well known highlights.

March 1, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear D N,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that your birthday trip to Sri Lanka was such a success.

It is wonderful to know that the top-tier accommodation, food, and guides made the experience worthwhile for you. We understand that as an experienced independent traveller, you appreciate the balance between budget and luxury, and we are pleased that this curated introduction to the island’s highlights hit the mark for such a special occasion.

We wish you many more incredible adventures ahead!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent support and knowledge of…

Excellent support and knowledge of South Africa to inform our personalised holiday of a life time

March 10, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Vicky,

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure helping you design your South African adventure.

Hearing that it is a "holiday of a lifetime" is exactly why we do what we do. South Africa is such a special place, and I’m thrilled that the personalized details we worked on together made this your perfect Holiday! - I cant wait to hear all about it when you return!

Warm regards,
Tayla K
Travel Consultant

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had an idea to visit Japan in cherry…

We had an idea to visit Japan in cherry blossom season and maybe see something of China. We had an idea of some of the sites we wanted to see and specifically wanted to avoid large group tours. We presented our initial thoughts to Andy Finlay at Hayes and Jarvis and it was refreshing to chat with him as he explored our ideas further, making great suggestions as went along.
Andy’s knowledge of the countries is impressive and he was very patient with us in explaining how our private tour would work. From suggesting dates to optimise our seeing blossoms in both China and Japan, using different types of travel, experiencing different types of accommodation, nothing has seemed too much trouble, making sure our likes and dislikes are catered for. We’ve been delighted with Andy’s friendly and professional service. We have confidence in the thorough and detailed itinerary and are looking forward to our holiday next year.

March 4, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Cath,

Thank you so much for the lovely review, it has been such a pleasure working with you both so far and I'm excited to be part of this special trip for you both.

Warm regards,
Andy F
Travel Consultant

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Laos and Thailand

This is the third trip booked with Hayes and Jarvis, each time Jas has handled our requirements.
Jas takes the time to understand what we want from an adventure, plans the trip then we talk it through and add details.
This trip was monumental and every aspect was spot on. Recommend

January 10, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear John,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

We are absolutely delighted to hear that your third journey with us was such a monumental success. It is fantastic to know that your travel consultant has consistently provided fantastic service.

We look forward to helping you plan many more incredible adventures in the future!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

excellent Service

So far so excellent, Jazmine McKinson has been superb in her continued update and support. We are very much looking forward to our holiday to Japan in October

March 4, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Linda,

Thank you so much for your kind review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you have had such an excellent experience with us so far.

It is fantastic to know that your travel consultant has provided such superb support and kept you well-informed throughout the planning process. I will be sure to share your lovely feedback with Jazmine.

We wish you a truly wonderful holiday in Japan!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very attentive

Very attentive, listened to our thoughts and replied promptly to all our questions. Made us feel valued. Great service!

February 25, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Ian,

Thank you for your kind works. I really enjoyed our holiday planning chats and creating an exciting itinerary for you. I hope you enjoy every minute of the adventure!

Warm regards,
Jane B
Travel Consultant

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trip of a lifetime

Bethany has been amazing. We knew what we wanted to see and experience and she organised it into a plan for us. She was happy to look at alternatives and what 'ifs', nothing was too much trouble. We have booked before with Bethany and we know this trip will be as magical as our previous one-thank you.

February 27, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Lisa,

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you have had another amazing experience working with Bethany.

It is wonderful to know that she was able to turn your vision into a perfect plan, and that her flexibility with alternatives made the process so smooth. We truly value your continued trust in us, and knowing that your previous journey was magical makes us even more determined to ensure this upcoming trip is just as special.

We wish you a truly incredible adventure ahead.

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Travel Consultant - Amazing!

Bethany Coombs was the travel consultant everyone hopes for - knowledgeable, passionate about where you want to travel, and extremely responsive.

She also asked the right questions during our initial phone call to build an itinerary that fit our vision / needs... ! Excellent work!

February 26, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Philippa,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience working with Beth as your travel consultant.

It is heartening to know that Beth’s knowledge and passion for your destination shone through. We believe that asking the right questions from the very first call is essential for creating an itinerary that truly fits your vision, and I will be sure to share your feedback with her!

We wish you a truly incredible adventure ahead.

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recommend Hayes & Jarvis

Recommend Hayes & Jarvis, they put together a wonderful holiday for us, all information was clear and we felt fully supported throughout the booking right through till the end of the holiday

February 9, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Shireen,

Thank you so much for your wonderful recommendation! We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience with us.

It is our priority to ensure that every part of your journey is as seamless as possible, so it is heartening to know that the information provided was clear and that you felt fully supported from the initial booking right through until your return home.

We wish you many more incredible adventures ahead!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing trip of a lifetime!

We have just been on the trip of a lifetime to Singapore, North and South Vietnam. Chris Cook is our go to agent, we have been booking through Chris for a few years now, he always puts together the perfect itinerary for us.

February 3, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Mrs Metcalfe,

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! It is wonderful to hear that we were able to provide such an incredible to Singapore and Vietnam.

We are truly grateful for your continued loyalty over the years. Your travel consultant Chris takes great pride in understanding exactly what makes a journey special for you, and it is a pleasure to know that he consistently hits the mark with your itineraries. Having that long-standing relationship allows us to really tailor every detail to your taste, and I will be sure to pass your kind words along to him.

We hope you have some wonderful memories to look back on. Thanks again for your trust!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Truly exceptional service

Exceptional service from this company and our personal advisor throughout the bespoke trip development, confirmation and booking process. Thoroughly professional yet extremely friendly at all times and the documentation and information provided was superb. It made my wife and I very confident that our holiday experience is going to be amazing.

February 20, 2026
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Reply from Hayes & Jarvis

Dear Tandjay,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

We are absolutely delighted to hear that you and your wife have received such exceptional service throughout the bespoke planning and booking process. It is our priority to combine a thoroughly professional approach with a friendly, personal touch, and we are particularly pleased that the documentation and information provided gave you such confidence.

We wish you both a truly wonderful trip!

Warm regards,
Francisco U
Guest Relations Specialist

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