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Thomas Whelan

Thomas Whelan

Guide atContiki

5Avg. rating
15Traveler reviews
10Adventures

About me:The Aussie, Irish, Kiwi hat wearing guide leading groups of up to 53pax (18-35yo travellers) around with Contiki Holidays; here to teach history, spread culture cultural and sustainable tourism. Leading tours in Europe (specialising in the Balkans, Croatia sailing & Greek island hopping) & Japan.

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Japan Unrivalled
522 May, 2026
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I’ve been on many contikis and this one was one of the best by far. Tom was an amazing trip manager! He made everything exciting and fun. Never a dull moment. I could not recommend him more. I’d defin…I’ve been on many contikis and this one was one of the best by far. Tom was an amazing trip manager! He made everything exciting and fun. Never a dull moment. I could not recommend him more. I’d definitely book another trip that had him as the trip manager! One of the best by far!
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For my first Contiki Tour, and my partner’s first time properly travelling internationally, Tom was amazing. He was so knowledgeable about all of the places he visited, he helped my partner find a ice…For my first Contiki Tour, and my partner’s first time properly travelling internationally, Tom was amazing. He was so knowledgeable about all of the places he visited, he helped my partner find a iced oat latte with vanilla syrup in almost every country (crazy stuff), and he genuinely cared that everyone was having an enjoyable time! Thanks Tom ☀️
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Tom was amazing! Had a wealth of knowledge about each location; loved the time and effort he put into his presentations for each country. His Day Sheets were amazing, filled with all the info needed f…Tom was amazing! Had a wealth of knowledge about each location; loved the time and effort he put into his presentations for each country. His Day Sheets were amazing, filled with all the info needed for places and his recommendations were also top tier! His music selection was also an added bonus for his days.
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Tom was Incredible. One of the kindest people you’ll ever meet, was incredibly open to any issues or concerns you may have along the trip. He was very knowledgeable, had so many fun and interesting fa…Tom was Incredible. One of the kindest people you’ll ever meet, was incredibly open to any issues or concerns you may have along the trip. He was very knowledgeable, had so many fun and interesting facts to tell you if you were interested, which I was for sure! And he did so well to guide us through the trip even when things went slightly wrong, he always had a backup plan. He made my trip around Europe so much better, I cannot say thank you enough. Highly recommend, the best of the best for sure!!
European Encounter (Start London, Classic) reviewer
It was an unforgettable trip - with many amazing sights, fun people and great food!! The Trip Manager Tom was amazing, friendly and approachable, and went above and beyond in making sure the trip was …It was an unforgettable trip - with many amazing sights, fun people and great food!! The Trip Manager Tom was amazing, friendly and approachable, and went above and beyond in making sure the trip was consistently well-organised and smooth, as well as being a fountain of knowledge and giving us plenty of historical facts about each destination we visited. The Day Sheets and recommendations he gave us were also extremely helpful, allowing us to have the best possible experience exploring each place.
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Japan Unrivalled
521 May, 2026
The most fantastic guide! Tom was beyond kind, helpful, calm and just hilarious. Highly recommend.
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Tom is an incredible trip manager! His whole vibe is so positive and uplifting. He’s like a walking encyclopaedia and shares so many unique and interesting stories along the way. He also has an awesom…Tom is an incredible trip manager! His whole vibe is so positive and uplifting. He’s like a walking encyclopaedia and shares so many unique and interesting stories along the way. He also has an awesome hat collection🤠
Japan Winter Wonder (Classic) reviewer
Tom was an incredible guide. It was my first time overseas and I was very nervous going into it. Tom has such a welcoming, easy going nature and was very approachable. He also had an incredible amount…Tom was an incredible guide. It was my first time overseas and I was very nervous going into it. Tom has such a welcoming, easy going nature and was very approachable. He also had an incredible amount of knowledge on the areas, traditions customs and exceeded my expectations. He was friendly, professional and a joy to gravel with! Would love to do a guided tour by Tom again, he is very good at his job!
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The Croatia Sail was honestly such an amazing experience. The itinerary was the perfect mix of organized activities, nightlife, and free time to explore, and everything felt really well planned out fr…The Croatia Sail was honestly such an amazing experience. The itinerary was the perfect mix of organized activities, nightlife, and free time to explore, and everything felt really well planned out from start to finish. The boat crew and overall organization made the trip feel smooth and stress-free, and having Tom as our tour manager made the experience even better. I met some amazing people and made memories and friendships I’ll genuinely keep forever. I’d 100% recommend this trip to anyone considering it!