PRIVATELY GUIDED TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
Introduction to Kensington Tours
See the world, differently
Specializing in private-guided experiences, our fully customizable journeys are personalized to each of your clients’ needs and exact specifications in more than 100 countries worldwide. Anchored by an industry-leading team of more than 200 Destination Experts, we possess the industry knowledge and rich indestination experience to deliver curated travel experiences like no other.
A better, more personal way to travel
100+ destinations across all seven continents
The pillars of privately-guided travel
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Personalized journeys
Our itineraries are merely a starting point and are designed uniquely for each individual traveler; we’ll match your property to the perfect client
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Expert planning
Our passionate Destination Experts take care of all the logistics, planning every facet of our clients’ journey for a seamless experience, including your accommodation
Local private guides
Travelers will tour with local private guides who deliver personal attention and authentic experiences
Unbeatable 24/7 support
Throughout their entire trip, our travelers have 24/7 on-the-ground support from Kensington Tours, should they ever need it
Our heart and soul
Destination Experts
Preparing once-in-a-lifetime experiences from the world’s finest ingredients.
• Our Destination Experts are intimately familiar with the destinations they sell – they are experts, not generalists
• They’re supported by robust training and Kensington Tours’ proprietary technology platform that allows for quick itinerary customization
• They possess unique knowledge and skills that supplement your own, and are creative problem-solvers who can customize any itinerary seamlessly
• They’ll work with you and your clients from the first trip-planning consultation to the day your client returns home
Immersing your clients in local culture
Private-guided: The only way to explore
The world’s best experts, vetted by our best.
• Kensington Tours is one of the pioneers of privateguided travel; it is the central focus of our business
• We work exclusively with each destination’s top local guides
• Specialist guides add depth and richness to your clients' experience with local, niche knowledge
• Guides are routinely and personally vetted by Kensington Tours’ Product Team
• English proficiency is a must
A feast for the senses
Wilderness incarnate
Egypt & Middle East
Ancient lands that never age
Australia & Pacific
On top Down Under
Latin America
Pura vida, forevermore
Europe
History as it happens
Trending Destinations
Back to our roots
Safari
Immerse your clients in spectacular natural wonders on a customized African safari designed uniquely by our expert team. With a private guide and driver, they’ll set out into lush grasslands and vast plains for unparalleled wildlife sightings within feet of their vehicle. All while enjoying luxurious camps, lodges, and unique accommodations in the heart of Africa’s most esteemed game reserves.
Kensington Tours CEO Jeff Willner developed a love for travel while growing up in Africa (the Congo), close to where Stanley found Livingstone on the shore of Lake Tanganyika
• He broke into the world of private-guided travel with tours to Africa and Kensington Tours was born in Kenya and grew in East Africa
• We now offer over 17 different countries across the continent
• You clients can participate in a wide variety of experiences, including lessons from a wildlife photographer, hot air balloon rides, wildlife encounters, epicurean tours, and more
Just launched: extraordinary villa experiences
Beyond Villas
Welcome to a rich villa experience that’s far beyond the conventional. Stunning private residences that offer a world-class setting for your clients. Attentive conciergelevel service from private chefs, drivers, yoga instructors, and other professionals, continuously exceeding their needs. And extraordinary moments of discovery in the company of private local guides who reveal the authentic best of their region.
• Ultra-luxe combination of the best of land & sea
• Access to over 1,000 villas worldwide
• All-Inclusive villa package – unparalleled in the villa industry
• Includes villa rental, touring, transfers, fees, and more
• 24/7 concierge service through booking stage and while on the road with access to a Villa Specialist
• Various types of properties paired with your clients’ budgets
• We only work with vetted villas and onsite property management companies
• All trips are fully customizable
• Clients have the option to select self-catered or fully-
The perfect fusion between villa and experience
Highlight Itineraries
#1 Best Seller – Italy
• Amalfi Coast Luxury Villa Retreat – starting from $69k
• Luxury Tuscan Villa Escape – starting from $42k
Greece
• Mykonos Villa Retreat - starting from $38k
The Dominican Republic
• Punta Cana Luxury Villa - starting from $43k
Saint Barts
• St. Barts Ultra Luxe Retreat - starting from $46k
South Africa
• Cape Town Luxury Safari & Villa - starting from $60k
VILLA EVA Amalfi Coast, ItalyCommon Questions
What is the maximum number of guests allowed in a villa?
The maximum allowed will be indicated in the villa details. A good rule of thumb to use is two guests per bedroom. Additional bedding at surplus charges are available at select villas upon request.
Are villas shared with other guests?
Villas are never shared with other guests. Some villas offer tiered pricing. For example, you can pay a 3-bedroom rate for a 5-bedroom villa. In this scenario, the unused bedrooms will remain inaccessible for the duration of their stay. Some guests can share common resort or community amenities such as a pool or tennis court.
Are all villas child or pet friendly?
Not all villas are child or pet friendly. Pets are generally not accepted unless otherwise noted, and requests are by request. For children, some villas are not appropriate (they are located in dangerous terrain, or the bedrooms only have exterior access).
What is included in the price that we provide the clients with?
When quoting villa itineraries, the price provided to clients are an allinclusive price that includes everything once they are in destination, i.e. transfers, tours, cost of the villa, additional staff, gratuity, etc. International/Domestic flights are typically not included –unless a charter transfer from one island to another is quoted, i.e. from St Maarten to St. Barts.
Is food included in the rental?
While some villas may offer a complimentary continental breakfast, the rest of the meals and drinks are not included in the villa rental price. Guests will always have the option to pre-stock their villa with food and drinks or hire a
CASA ALANG ALANG Papagayo Peninsula, Costa RicaPrivate yacht charters
Yachts by Kensington Tours
At Kensington Tours, we take the complexity out of organizing a luxurious journey at sea. Planning a private yacht voyage should be as effortless as the exceptional experience your clients anticipate onboard.
• Kensington Yacht is a fully licensed yacht brokerage with a team of yacht brokers – directly to yacht owner
• We take a consultative approach on full process from yacht selection to land excursions – complete package
• Personally vetted and fully licensed charter yachts globally
• Chartering a private yacht can be competitively priced against a luxury cruise voyage giving clients a fully private experience
• Range of budgets available from $40k catamarans (8 pax) to $200k+ motor yacht (12 pax)
• Featured yacht: A 130-foot (39.62-meter) luxury motor yacht, Lionshare is a sleek hotel-at-sea equipped with a variety of amenities, accessories, and personal watercraft.
Epicurean Collection
A place where food, wine, and spirits unite to help create rich, vivid moments – moments that will give the curious traveler a deeper understanding of their surroundings and meaningful, personal connections. Every trip starts with a conversation with your clients to understand their unique culinary passions and needs.
• Our Destination Experts will let you in on the restaurants, farms, markets, vineyards, new hotspots, and age-old treasures that are not to be missed
• Together, we’ll craft a personal and luxuriously delicious itinerary served just the way they like it
• One-on-one with private guides and niche local experts, they’ll taste their way through a local journey rooted in the very best of their destination, including the fiery passion and expertise of the world’s makers, farmers, and chefs
• And of course, your clients can customize their itinerary far beyond gastronomy to ensure their trip meets all their interests and wishes
Self-drive itineraries around the world
Epic Drives
Prepare to give your clients an unforgettable experience of the world’s most stunning drives, all in exceptional style. Epic Drives by Kensington Tours is a curated selection of fully personalized itineraries built around iconic routes and landscapes. They’ll enjoy all the benefits of custom private-guided travel, paired with the ability to get behind the wheel and focus on their passion: the road.
• Our passionate experts work with you to take care of all the logistics, planning every facet of your clients’ journey to ensure top tier service and a seamless experience
• Our itineraries are merely a starting point to inspire their road trip, with personalization options throughout their destination and beyond
• We’ll pair your clients with the perfect vehicle to match their routing and the time of year, and plan all the logistics and accommodations
• Mapping out the finest local hotspots and hidden treasures along their desired path, we’ll arrange for them to discover the very best of their destination, with local guides and immersive experiences along the way
The most personalized journey yet
Personal Heritage Journeys
A unique, private-guided travel experience customized around the most meaningful places and moments in their family’s past. Working closely with experts in both genealogy and private-guided travel, we’ll create an unforgettable cultural and historical immersion that makes your clients’ heritage come alive.
• Every Personal Heritage Journey is specially designed to create a profound and deeply personal sense of connection
• Pre-trip research is done with an AncestryProgenealogist
• Summary report of your clients’ research session is included, highlighting key findings and outlining recommended next steps
• Copies of any documents/images found during the session also included
• On their journey, your clients will be accompanied by local experts, private guides, and even a professional genealogist from Ancestry if they choose
Because their family deserves it
Family Collection
We want to make your clients’ trip planning a breeze, and their family’s experience an unforgettable one. From kid-approved guides to the perfect bedding setup, this curated collection combines |family-fun with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. We’ll also arrange comfortable vehicles for their group size, select the perfect accommodations and rooming configurations, and organize those extra special details that matter.
• Specially designed with kids under 15 in mind
• We understand that a family vacation requires flexible and deliberate pacing, so whether it’s a family of two or a multi-generational group, they can expect a truly enriching experience
• “Family” is a broad term: this could mean a single family with children under 15, a multi-generational group, family reunions, etc.
• It’s everything their family vacation should be.
Groups of all sizes
Private Group Travel
We have a singular vision: to deliver the most personal journey possible – one that is fully customized to your clients’ preferences and travel wishes, which means no two trips are the same. We take on all the complexities and logistics of planning a journey for your clients’ private group, so they can simply enjoy
• Our selective team has handpicked and personally vetted the best accommodations, tours, and services around the world, taking the guesswork out of planning
• No matter the group size, we’ll tailor the trip exactly to your clients’ liking; their vacation time is precious, so everything is organized ahead of time
• We’ll pair the group with expert local guides who specialize in their collective interests, with each day as an opportunity to discover something extraordinary
• With a single point of contact and 24/7 in-destination support, they can all relax and enjoy the world together
The best of land and sea
Voyages by Kensington Tours
Your clients can enjoy the world’s finest ocean, expedition, and river cruises paired with privately guided land-based experiences that reveal the authentic best of each destination. Your Destination Expert will help you and your clients select the route of their dreams, the duration at sea, the vessel that matches their style and sophistication, and the cruise line that best delivers the amenities and onboard experience they desire.
• Variety of destinations and departures with over 15 premium-luxury cruise line partners
• Cruise product is always combined with Kensington Tours’ privately guided touring – offering both land and sea experiences
• A seamless experience from start to finish
• Choose routing, vessel, suite, and amenities that best suit your clients’ needs
• Create unique land stays with private touring preand post- cruise
• Private shore excursions available
We’re proud of our global accolades