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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I booked a multi break trip including Milan, Lake Cumo, Bernina Express, Chur, Zurich, Grindelwald/Interlaken. This includes all flights, transfers, trains, excursions and hotels. Johnson Holiday... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The people ! Quite literally the people, they were amazing, welcoming, friendly, courteous and attentive to all our needs while holidaying, both on the Nile cruise on board the Al Nabilitan and at th... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have just finished our 7 day nile cruise on the Al Nabilatan and it was amazing. Our tour guide Ahmed was with us all the time for any questions we had. He brought egypts history to life. He is a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our guide Akmed who spent the week with us to all the Temples & Valley of the kings was great. Full of information which was clearly understood. Was always available if we had any problems and quick... See more

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Johnsonholidays ltd has The Art of Travel. Over years of experience in creating luxury holidays, As we are fully independent travel agent & have access to a large portfolio of leading ABTA & ATOL protected travel operators offering you a wide range of holidays around the world, to suit your taste & budget book with low deposit £60 we provide a comprehensive range of travel services, including holidays, flights hotels, Cruise holidays, Luxury tours, Special honeymoon packages and other ancillary services to our customers including car rental, airport parking and airport lounges. We also specialize in Late Deal holidays, staycations & Cottages, Beach holidays , City holidays, guided excursions and many more. Our travel operators offering you a wide range of holidays around the world, to suit your taste & budget Our passion is travel and our team of well-travelled travel planners located all over the UK understand the importance of your holiday & can offer you inspiring travel ideas & personal recommendations. Our exceptional knowledge, guidance & service means we will help you create the perfect trip johnsonholidays.com All our holidays are fully protected; we provide 100% secure bookings for all the customers who book holidays with us.


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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Low Cost Cruise aka Johnson holidays

Low Cost Cruise. Aka Johnson holidays
We have just returned from our 2-week holiday to the Bellagio and 1 weeks Nile cruise.
This is just a letter of the statement of facts. it is shame that people I met had the same, sometimes a lot worse problems.
First, the salespeople are very pushy and lie to get a sale.
They state that everything is included in the holiday, including luggage, all inclusive, all transfers, all trips.
Then after, we, the client, has paid the deposit to you and then receive the paperwork, which is quite long, we notice, that there is NO luggage apart from a very small bag. This I found was an ongoing omittance from all parties I met, in fact every English person who was on the cruise with us.
2 of the groups also had to change one of the people coming, that is a name change for the flights. When I contacted you, you stated that this was £198 and this was the charge Easyjet charges, it is actually £60 online or £65 by telephone. I found I was the lucky as you charged the other people £300 for this change, however, I am not sure if they travelled by Easyjet.
They changed our boat for cruising the Nile, with no request, no sorry, no anything. The boat was not all inclusive, but I did think it wasn’t. The trips were not all inclusive, I thought Abu Simbel would be included and found that it wasn’t. Others also had it changed multiple times. We were all travelling with Johnson holidays aka low cost cruises. I paid to be upgraded on the boat. However, we were all on the same deck, so we were not particularly upgraded, as some had paid and some hadn’t.
I must state that the hotel was very nice, staff great, food good, rooms some dated, but still nice, we were upgraded for the last 2 nights. The beach wasn’t the best but adequate. The cruise, the staff were brilliant as was the food and rooms. Egypt is amazing.

4 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I booked a multi break trip including…

I booked a multi break trip including Milan, Lake Cumo, Bernina Express, Chur, Zurich, Grindelwald/Interlaken. This includes all flights, transfers, trains, excursions and hotels.

Johnson Holidays came up with the best price and the package was put together exceptionally well. I cannot fault any part of the holiday and would definately use them again.

Thanks to Rakesh for putting our brilliant itinerary together.

1 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Bushra

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your fantastic feedback with us. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience on your multi-destination holiday, exploring Milan, Lake Como, the Bernina Express, Chur, Zurich, and Grindelwald/Interlaken.

It is particularly rewarding to know that you were pleased with the overall package, from the flights, transfers, train journeys, and excursions to the hotel arrangements. We always strive to create well-organised, memorable holidays that offer excellent value for money, so your kind words truly mean a lot to us.

We are especially pleased to hear that Rakesh did such a wonderful job putting your itinerary together. Planning a multi-destination trip involves careful coordination, and we are delighted that his efforts helped make your holiday so enjoyable and seamless. We will be sure to share your appreciation with him.

Thank you once again for choosing Johnsons Holidays and for placing your trust in us to organise such a special trip. Knowing that you would happily travel with us again is the greatest compliment we could receive. We look forward to helping you plan many more exciting adventures and unforgettable holidays in the future.

Thanks & Regards
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul has been very helpful with a query…

Paul has been very helpful with a query I had regarding my booking

12 October 2026
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Dear Margaret Potter

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that Paul was able to assist you with your booking query and provide you with a helpful and positive experience.

At Johnsons Holidays, we always strive to provide excellent customer service and ensure our customers feel supported throughout their holiday journey. It is wonderful to know that Paul was able to address your concerns and make the process easier for you.

We will be sure to pass your kind words on to Paul, as feedback like yours is always appreciated and encourages our team to continue delivering the best possible service.

Thank you once again for choosing Johnsons Holidays. We truly appreciate your trust in us and look forward to assisting you with your future travel plans.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Boarding Passes

My wife & I would like to thank Asma for helping us book the holiday to Milan and in particular the booking of the boarding passes. She was very patient and helpful.
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Alec & Val Downie

11 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Alec Downie

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that Asma was able to assist you with booking your holiday to Milan and arranging your boarding passes.

We understand how important it is to have everything organised smoothly before travelling, and we are pleased to know that Asma’s patience, support, and helpful approach made the process easier and more enjoyable for both of you.

At Johnsons Holidays, we always strive to provide our customers with the highest level of service and ensure they feel supported at every stage of their holiday journey. Your lovely comments are truly appreciated, and we will be sure to pass your feedback on to Asma, who will be delighted to know that her assistance made a positive difference to your experience.

Thank you once again for choosing Johnsons Holidays and for placing your trust in us. We hope you have a wonderful time in Milan and create many happy memories together. We look forward to assisting you with your future holiday plans.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul Smith was very helpful with my…

Paul Smith was very helpful with my query today

10 October 2026
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Dear Becky Turner

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that Paul Smith was able to assist you with your query and provide you with a positive customer service experience.

At Johnsons Holidays, we always strive to deliver the highest standard of customer service and ensure that our customers feel supported and valued throughout their journey. Your kind words are truly appreciated, and we will be sure to pass your feedback on to Paul.

Thank you once again for choosing Johnsons Holidays. We greatly appreciate your trust in us and look forward to assisting you with your future travel plans.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our holiday in Cyprus ( Aphrodite…

Our holiday in Cyprus ( Aphrodite Hills) was fabulous. I cannot recommend Johnsons, and especially Adam Brown, more highly. Adam sorted out everything including our boarding passes. Thank you for your excellent customer service.

30 September 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Catherine Macgregor

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fabulous holiday in Cyprus and enjoyed your stay at Aphrodite Hills.

We’re especially pleased to know that Adam provided excellent service and made your holiday experience smooth and hassle-free. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him.

Thank you for choosing Johnsons. We look forward to assisting you with your future holidays!

Thanks & Regards
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick response on the phone

Quick response on the phone, and I was transferred to Asma, who took my payment details and confirmed that payment had been made. She took my card details, and sent an email confirming payment. For some reason it did not show up immediately in my inbox, so she sent it on WhatsApp as well.

9 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Jasper Selwyn

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear that you received a quick response over the phone and that Asma was able to assist you with the payment process smoothly. We appreciate you taking the time to highlight her support in collecting your payment details and confirming the transaction. We’re also pleased that she took the extra step of sharing the payment confirmation via WhatsApp when the email did not appear in your inbox immediately. Providing prompt, helpful, and reliable service is important to us, and your feedback will certainly be shared with Asma and the team. Thank you once again for your patience, trust, and kind words. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to assisting you again in the future!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from from Paul at Johnson…

Great service from from Paul at Johnson holiday

8 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Paul Clarke

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you received great service from Paul at Johnson Holiday. Providing excellent customer service and ensuring our customers have a smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free experience is always our top priority. We’re pleased to know that Paul made such a positive impression, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with him and the team. Your appreciation means a great deal to us and encourages us to continue delivering the highest standards of service and support. Thank you for choosing Johnson Holiday and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate your trust and support, and we look forward to helping you again with your future holiday plans. Wishing you many wonderful travels and memorable holidays ahead!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

Very quick service and response from Uday re query about our holiday to Italy. Thank you.

8 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Jill Richardson

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Uday provided you with a quick response and efficient service regarding your holiday to Italy. At Johnson Holiday, we understand how important it is to receive timely assistance and clear information when planning a special trip, and we’re pleased to know that Uday was able to help with your query promptly. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Uday, as feedback like yours is always appreciated and serves as great encouragement to our team. Our aim is to make every step of your holiday planning as smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free as possible, from your initial enquiry right through to your return home. Thank you once again for choosing Johnson Holiday and for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We truly appreciate your trust and support, and we hope you have a wonderful time planning your Italian getaway. We look forward to assisting you with your future holiday adventures!

Thanks & Regards
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just spoke with Paul and he was very…

Just spoke with Paul and he was very helpful in taking the payment balance for a holiday we have with Johnson Holidays. He was polite and courteous throughout the call.

8 October 2026
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Dear Ian

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Paul provided you with such helpful, polite, and courteous service while assisting with the outstanding balance for your upcoming holiday with Johnson Holidays. We believe that excellent customer service is just as important as creating wonderful holiday experiences, and it’s always a pleasure to know that our team members are making a positive difference to our customers. We’ll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Paul, who will be very pleased to know that his assistance was appreciated. Thank you for choosing Johnson Holidays and for placing your trust in us to help make your holiday special. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to ensuring that the rest of your holiday experience is just as smooth and enjoyable. Wishing you a fantastic holiday filled with wonderful memories!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great communication and assistance from…

Great communication and assistance from paul and asma grace. Checked us in online and sent through boarding passes.
Both hotel we.stayed in were first class.
Great value for.money we had a fab trip

2 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Linda

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous trip and that Paul and Asma Grace provided you with great communication and assistance throughout your holiday. It’s wonderful to know that they made the process easier by checking you in online and sending through your boarding passes, helping to ensure everything ran smoothly and giving you one less thing to worry about before travelling. We’re also thrilled to hear that both hotels you stayed in were first class and that you felt you received such excellent value for money. At Johnson Holidays, our aim is to make every holiday experience as enjoyable, stress-free, and memorable as possible, so it’s lovely to know that everything came together so well for you. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Paul and Asma Grace, as recognition like this means a great deal to our team. Thank you again for choosing Johnson Holidays and for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to helping you plan many more fantastic holidays in the future!

Thanks & Regards
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Mixed experience, disappointing hotels

I have a mixed experience of booking with this company. My partner and I recently visited Milan and Lake Garda for 6 nights, a trip that was advertised at £499 per person, staying in 4 star hotels. The reality was over £800 per person and 3 star hotels, inferior to those advertised. The big difference in price was I suppose partly the time of year we went but also admin fees and extra baggage fees (as only a small under seat bay was included in the basic cost). So we paid way over the £499 advertised and didn’t even get the standard of hotels advertised. The hotel in Lake Garda was advertised as having Lake views, an indoor pool, sauna, relaxation room and a gym. Sounded great and one of the reasons we booked this particular trip. In reality the hotel we were allocated had nothing apart from a breakfast room/bar and a rooftop terrace. Our room had no lake views.
On a slightly more positive note, all elements of the holiday (flights, train tickets and hotels) were well arranged by Johnsons and we didn’t have any issues, (apart from those already mentioned with the hotels allocated). The company should however be more transparent with the baggage included and the fact there are no hotel to airport transfers included. N.B. The Bernina Red Train experience was advertised as a full day experience, which it was but only included around 2.5 hours on the actual train, the rest was on a coach (about 3 hours each way to get to and from the train). The trip was still worth it as the Swiss Alps are amazing.
All in all I’d only recommend this company if you check you are happy with any alternative accommodation allocated to that advertised before finalising a booking, as they may try to palm you off with inferior accommodation as they did for us.

28 September 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

THANKS TO ASMA FOR ALL THE HELP SHE HAS…

THANKS TO ASMA FOR ALL THE HELP SHE HAS GIVEN ME WITH ALL MY FLIGHT BOOKINGS AND EVER THINGS THAT YOU HAVE CONPLETED FOR A LOVELY HOLIDAY IN TENERIFE I WILL ALWAYS RECOMMEND YOU TO MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY

6 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Charlie Stride

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and kind words! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that Asma has been so helpful with all your flight bookings and the arrangements for your lovely holiday in Tenerife. At Johnson Holidays, we always strive to make the entire holiday experience as smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable as possible, and it’s fantastic to know that Asma provided you with the support and assistance you needed throughout the process. We’ll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to Asma, as she will be thrilled to know how much you appreciate her help. Your kind words and willingness to recommend us to your friends and family mean a great deal to the whole team. Recommendations from happy customers are the greatest compliment we could receive, and we’re truly grateful for your trust and support. We hope you have a fantastic time in Tenerife and create lots of wonderful memories to cherish. Thank you once again for choosing Johnson Holidays, and we look forward to helping you plan many more exciting holidays in the future!

Thanks & Regards
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Asma was great

Asma was great

6 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Vanessa Smith

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Asma provided you with such great service. At Johnson Holidays, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer care and making sure our customers feel supported throughout their holiday planning journey. It’s wonderful to know that Asma made such a positive impression, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her. Your appreciation means a great deal to us and to our team, as we always strive to make every customer’s experience as smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free as possible. Thank you once again for choosing Johnson Holidays and for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to helping you with your future holiday plans!

Thanks & Regards
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Asma was really helpful friendly and…

Asma was really helpful friendly and very efficient

6 October 2026
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Dear Lily Hannam

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that Asma was so helpful, friendly, and efficient throughout your experience with Johnson Holidays. Providing excellent customer service and ensuring our customers feel supported, valued, and confident when arranging their holidays is always our top priority. It’s lovely to know that Asma made such a positive impression with her friendly approach and efficient assistance. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her, as feedback like yours means a great deal to both Asma and the entire team. We always strive to make holiday planning as easy, enjoyable, and stress-free as possible, and it’s fantastic to know that you received the level of service we aim to deliver. Thank you once again for choosing Johnson Holidays and for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to helping you plan many more wonderful holidays in the future!

Thanks & Regards
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The people

The people ! Quite literally the people, they were amazing, welcoming, friendly, courteous and attentive to all our needs while holidaying, both on the Nile cruise on board the Al Nabilitan and at the Bellagio Hotel. I would say however that the cruise boat was most definitely not the 5* Johnsons travel claimed it was. It was tired and in need of an upgrade. That said staff on board were amazing. Our tour Rep Ahmad was second to none ! Expert in all things relating to Egyptian history, he was fabulous, friendly and went above and beyond for everyone, being available practically 24 hours. Despite some difficult and troublesome passengers he remained courteous and respectful throughout which is more than can be said for the passengers

27 September 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Alison

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such detailed and thoughtful feedback about your holiday in Egypt. We’re delighted to hear that the people you met throughout your trip made such a positive impression, with their warm welcome, friendliness, courtesy, and attentive service both aboard the Al Nabilitan Nile cruise and at the Bellagio Hotel. It’s particularly lovely to hear your wonderful comments about Ahmad, your tour representative. His knowledge of Egyptian history, dedication, and willingness to go above and beyond for everyone clearly made a real difference to your experience. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Ahmad and recognise the excellent service he provided. However, we’re sorry to hear that the condition of the cruise boat did not meet your expectations or the five-star standard you were anticipating. We appreciate your honest comments regarding the need for an upgrade, and we understand how important it is for the accommodation and facilities to reflect the standard advertised. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will ensure your concerns are brought to the attention of the relevant team. Thank you again for sharing both the highlights and the areas where you feel improvements are needed. We’re pleased that the exceptional staff and Ahmad’s outstanding service helped make your Egyptian holiday memorable, and we sincerely appreciate you bringing your experience to our attention.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul from Johnson Holidays.

Paul was fantastic. I'd been trying to sort the problem I had for the last 24 hours. He resolved the issue in a matter of minute. I'm very greatful to him.
10 out of 10!

5 October 2026
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Dear Steve

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that Paul was able to resolve your issue so quickly and provide you with such excellent service. We understand how frustrating it can be when you’ve been trying to sort out a problem for 24 hours, so it’s wonderful to know that Paul was able to put things right within minutes and make the experience so much easier for you. Providing prompt, efficient, and helpful customer service is something we take great pride in, and Paul will be thrilled to know that his efforts made such a positive difference. We’ll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to him. A 10 out of 10 rating is a fantastic compliment, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to recognise the support you received. Thank you once again for choosing Johnson Holidays and for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to assisting you again and ensuring you continue to receive the high standard of service you deserve!

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor experience for us

We have just finished a 7 day Nile cruise and I must say it has been an awful holiday for us. Problems started at the beginning where there were room issues - we paid to upgrade to a deluxe cabin with balcony. No balcony (had sliding doors) and all the rooms were the same. So either people who didn’t pay an upgrade had a free upgrade, or we paid for an upgrade and didn’t get it. Once that was sorted, we went to the ‘welcome’ meeting and had a ‘political’ lecture from Ahmed about us not ‘coming’ to Egypt and that we shouldn’t listen to our government as they have suffered because of this? I am on holiday and didn’t particularly want to get into a debate. He then asked for £30pp for tips. I have no problem tipping, but, it’s British culture to tip when we get good service a ie at the end of the week (IMO). Ahmed became angry with me which resulted in him avoiding us for 3 days! This resulted us in missing trips we were desperate to go on as we couldn’t book them as he avoided us! We didn’t book the excursion package as we didn’t want to do all the trips… we felt totally excluded. I didn’t know where to book them and when. We spent most of the time on the boat - I managed to book one Viator trip. I contacted Johnson’s holiday and ANC manager as this ruined our Nile cruise. Have had no response from Johnson’s holiday, the Nabilitan was certainly NOT 5 star - there were safety issues and food issues (D&v) where I told Ahmed AND Johnson holidays and had a dismissive response from Ahmed and NO response from Johnson’s. I just wanted to get off the boat by day 4. we were changed to this cruise a week before we left UK. Very disappointed with the lack of support AND felt very unsafe off the ship. We were scammed every day at shops and with people ‘pretending’ to be the chef from our ship and trying to drag us into spice shops. Never again. We are now on our way to x5 days at a hotel. Johnson holiday has pulled several customers out of our hotel because of poor reviews and food issues and put them in other hotels - but have left us there. I am now very nervous about going to this hotel for obvious reasons! I don’t think I will eat for the next 5 days if there are food issues - as reported by the customers who they moved. I also asked Johnson’s holiday if they would move us when we were on the ship - no response!
Please improve your communication.

5 October 2026
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Reply from Johnson Holidays

Dear Beauty

Thank you for your email. We are sorry to hear that your holiday did not meet your expectations. However, having reviewed the matters raised, we would like to clarify several points.

Cabin and Balcony
Your booking was originally for a standard cruise, and we upgraded you to a deluxe cruise ship at no additional cost. The vessel has Juliet-style balconies with sliding doors, rather than conventional walk-out balconies, which is the standard design on this ship.

We also cannot accept the suggestion that you paid for an upgrade that was not provided. Any upgrades received by other passengers were based on their individual bookings and payments and do not indicate that your booking was handled incorrectly.

Local Representative and Tips
The person you refer to was not a Johnson’s Holidays representative. The cruise and local services were provided by the local supplier.

The £30 per person tipping amount was advised at the time of booking and is customary for Nile cruises and tourism in Egypt. We therefore cannot accept that this was an unexpected charge or inappropriate conduct by Johnson’s Holidays.

Excursions
You were offered the opportunity to pre-book an excursion package but chose not to do so, preferring to arrange excursions locally. Once this option was declined, arrangements for individual excursions were the responsibility of the local cruise operator and yourself.

Cruise Standard and Food
The vessel provided was a premium/deluxe cruise ship and was supplied in accordance with the holiday arrangements. Food was provided according to local Egyptian standards and cuisine.

We take any report of illness seriously; however, we cannot accept responsibility for illness without appropriate evidence establishing that it was caused by the cruise or food provided. Any specific medical or food-safety concern should also have been reported promptly so that the local supplier could investigate.

Shopping and Local Vendors
Independent shops, traders and vendors in Egypt are outside the control of Johnson’s Holidays. While we appreciate that being approached or encouraged to visit particular shops may have been frustrating, we cannot reasonably accept responsibility for the actions of independent businesses or individuals.

Communication and Support
We disagree with the suggestion that you were left without support. Our team remained in contact with you and made efforts to assist throughout your holiday. While we cannot control the actions of independent local suppliers, we did provide assistance where possible.

Hotel Arrangements
The fact that other passengers may have been relocated does not automatically mean that every guest was required to move. Hotel situations must be assessed individually, and we cannot accept that another customer's relocation means the same action was required for your booking.

We have provided the holiday arrangements booked and, in fact, upgraded your cruise from the original standard ship to a deluxe vessel at no additional cost.

We are genuinely sorry that your holiday did not meet your expectations. However, based on our review, we cannot accept that Johnson’s Holidays failed to provide the contracted arrangements or deliberately left you without support.

Kind regards,
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Venky has made my holiday booking the…

Venky has made my holiday booking the easiest ever! Nothing is too much trouble for him! Both my husband and I look forward to enjoying ourselves. Thank you Johnson Holidays and an even bigger thanks to Venky!

5 October 2026
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Dear Mary Annabelle Laserna

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that Venky has made booking your holiday such an easy and enjoyable experience. At Johnson Holidays, we believe that planning a holiday should be just as exciting and stress-free as the trip itself, so it’s fantastic to know that Venky has gone above and beyond to make everything straightforward for you and your husband. It’s lovely to hear that nothing has been too much trouble and that you’ve received such helpful and attentive service throughout the booking process. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Venky, who will be thrilled to know how much you appreciate his efforts. A big thank you from us as well for choosing Johnson Holidays and for placing your trust in our team to help arrange your special getaway. We hope you and your husband have a fantastic holiday, filled with wonderful experiences, plenty of relaxation, and lots of happy memories to cherish. Thank you once again for your lovely feedback and support. We look forward to helping you plan many more memorable holidays in the future!

Kind regards,
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