Sometimes you know exactly where you want to go on holiday, and other times you’re left totally flummoxed. Even when you choose a destination, working out what to do each day can add to the pressure. If you’re going somewhere far flung you may want to combine sightseeing with rest and relaxation. But if it’s somewhere you’ve never been before, – how do you go about choosing the places to go and the best sights to see? This is where an escorted touring holiday comes into play. Not convinced?

Read on to discover why this could be the holiday of your dreams. And make sure to check my the travel section for even more great ideas about places to go.

What Is An Escorted Tour Holiday?

Basically, it’s a holiday that takes out all the stress of making your arrangements day-to-day! Are you looking for a holiday that is a beautiful blend of historic sites and once-in-a-lifetime day trips all with a personal expert guide? If so, then an escorted tour may be for you.

Touring holidays can last anywhere from a week to a spectacular one month trip. You can visit destinations as far and wide as Austria and Italy or New Zealand and China. Escorted tours can be taken by rail, boat or plane. Which gives you a whole array of options when finding the best itinerary to suit your needs. Tour packages will include all flights, transportation, hotels and sightseeing. They will also feature expert guides that will tour with you in the destination of your choice. Most tours will feature an extensive itinerary, some of which is optional if you fancy a day or two of rest as well. Escorted tours are made up of small groups so there is a great community created between you and your fellow travellers. People often find that travelling in a group with a tour leader enables them to see and do more than they would if they booked their trip by themselves. There are also many tours that cater for the solo traveller too. This is great if you are looking for organised group trips for added security and a bit of socialisation as well.

Why Will I Benefit From An Escorted Tour?

Escorted tours create wonderful itineraries that take in all the iconic sights of your chosen destination. And they often include a few secret spots they have been picked up along the way too. They will know the best night markets to visit, or may be able to get a VIP trip on board a boat or on a safari. They can certainly secure the best value for money deals due to their loyalty. One of the benefits of an escorted touring holiday is that you will have the expertise of a guide at all times. You will feel extra safe and secure and also make new friends in your group. An escorted tour also gives you the gumption to get up and go. When trips have been pre-planned, you’ll feel much more inclined to join in and make the most of them. This type of holiday also takes out the stress and hassle of organising all your own sightseeing before you arrive at your destination. For example, an escorted tour to China may include early morning temple visits, cookery classes, a Yangtze River cruise and a few nights in cities such as Hong Kong. With the travel company sorting out all your internal transportation, a lot of the stress of organisation is eliminated.  You’ll know the best places to eat, what the best sights to see are and won’t need to worry about working out how to get from A to B. This gives you much more time to relax while you are away. An escorted tour is an easy and stress-free way to discover the world, see all the iconic sights and immerse yourself in new cultures. Tour leaders will have a vast amount of local knowledge to impart. And utilising a local guide means you’ll get a much better understanding of the country and its culture. Escorted tours often include optional extra experiences. This means you can really personalise your vacation to your exact requirements too.

Find out more about escorted tours and see if you fancy a guided journey to Africa or Asia, or maybe Europe or Australia. Escorted tours are available across the globe and will take care to make your holiday as magical possible.

What Kind Of Itinerary Can I Expect?

Just so you have a little idea of what kind of itinerary to expect, let’s use Japan as an example of an escorted tour. To many, Japan will be a once-in-a-lifetime trip. And as a country that may be difficult to traverse by yourself, an escorted tour is a super way to make the most of your vacation. For example, an escorted tour to Japan is likely to include 3 or four nights in Tokyo, a night in Kiso Valley and a few nights in Kyoto before returning to Tokyo for a few nights before preparing to head home. On an escorted tour to Japan will you see everything from shrines to fish markets and Geisha girls to incredible temples. You may take a cruise and ride on a bullet train, a coach tour or a traditional boat. But regardless, all travel and excursions will be pre-arranged for you. Your hotels and meal plans will be given to you before you depart and there will also be optional excursions you can add on if you wish. On an escorted tour you don’t have to worry that all your time will be filled up with sightseeing. The tours are organised so you have free time to explore on your own or simply relax in your hotel and surrounds too.

Do Your Research

Research the type of escorted tour you want to go on before you book. Some tours cater ftothe older generation, and some focus on 18-35s. Make sure you check what costs are included and what you need to pay extra for. Check the company is reputable and has good reviews and also double check that the itinerary includes the majority of places that you want to see in your destination. Then, all that you have left to do is get booking and go on an epic adventure to see the world and make new friends along the way!

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