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Bucket List Travel & Vacations Sdn Bhd

Updated 2026-08-20 · 3,689 reviewed · 249 listed · Scored from 433 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(433) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Day Tours & City Sightseeing
Bucket List Travel & Vacations Sdn Bhd
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Day Tours & City Sightseeing
Reviews
433

What recent reviews say

Bucket List delivers luxury overseas trips anchored on professional photography expertise and meticulous logistics. Reviewers consistently praise guide Zheng Tao and his team for transforming standard tourism into artfully documented adventures across Africa, Central Asia, South America, and Europe. The price is steep, but travellers find the photo quality and itinerary execution justify every ringgit.

Signature touches include dedicated photographer-guides capturing every moment, locally-sourced meals, and responsive adjustments mid-tour (rescheduling for weather, sourcing snacks without fuss). Early starts test patience, but that's the trade-off for golden-hour photography and premium experiences. Repeat bookings underscore genuine satisfaction beyond a single trip.

Praised for
  • expert photography instruction
  • flawless itinerary planning
  • attentive multilingual guides
  • high-end accommodation and meals
  • memorable experiential travel
Watch-outs
  • early morning wake-up times
  • weather can disrupt activities
knowledgeable-guidewell-organizedfriendly-staffauthentic-experienceresponsive-communication
Best for: solo and small-group travellers who prioritise authentic photography and don't mind early starts
Think twice if: early morning wake-ups (4–5am) and weather disruptions are not acceptable trade-offs

Strengths

  • professional photographer-guides on every tour
  • itineraries designed for photo moments and story
  • experienced team with deep destination networks
  • high repeat-customer loyalty

Worth knowing

  • Lead photographer Zheng Tao widely praised by name across multiple five-star reviews for composition and artistry
  • guides Jared, CS, Sara, Jessie, Boon Hua, Shao Jun, Wind, Burger, CC, Zhi Ding, and others mentioned by name as attentive and professional
  • tour leader Sara noted for efficiency and detail in Yunnan itinerary
  • photographer John Hoo praised for mastery of lighting and composition at Lake Baikal
  • local guides (Valentina at Lake Baikal, Nana at Siberia tour) credited with smooth mid-trip adjustments
  • Lake Baikal tours operate in extreme cold (-30°C); trips include tank rides, forest meals, ice photography

What reviews say by service

Day Tours & City Sightseeing
trips to destination hotspots (Africa, Central Asia, Europe, South America) praised for seamless planning, photography focus, and cultural immersion

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.63 average across the 215 day tours & city sightseeing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 92% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
389
4
28
3
5
2
1
1
10

Common questions

Do you provide a photographer on tours?
Yes. Every tour includes dedicated photographer-guides who specialise in composition, lighting, and storytelling. Staff like Zheng Tao, John Hoo, Boon Hua, and Shao Jun are named in reviews for their artistry.
What should I expect from wake-up times?
Early starts are standard: 4am–5am departures to capture golden-hour light and wildlife. Reviewers call this demanding but worth the results.
What destinations are covered?
Your website lists Egypt, Jordan, Bhutan, China, Yemen, Russia, India, and Indonesia. Recent reviews mention Lake Baikal, Namibia, Tibet, Switzerland, South America, Yunnan, Iceland, Vietnam, and Bromo-Ijen in Indonesia.

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Last updated 2026-08-20