Organised tours have a bit of a bad rep, deemed by many to be un-adventurous and a bit like an overpriced school trip with a bunch of people you are unlikely to get on with. If this is what you think, we are here to change your mind by busting some myths associated with this type of holiday.
Myth 1: I’ll only see the touristy stuff
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FALSE! Tours are run by people who know the area – which includes all the cool stuff that you’d probably miss if you were left to your own devices, or at least spend half of your holiday trying to discover.
Myth 2: I’ll be stuck with the group the whole time
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FALSE! You are not being babysat 24/7, you can go out and discover the area by yourself and experience the night life without the rest of the group if you so wish. In fact, if you want a bit of spontaneity on your trip just ask your tour guide who can tell you where is safe to go if you fancy a bit of time on your own.
Myth 3: It’s expensive
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TRUE! BUT… Break the cost down and you’ll be surprised what great value for money it really is. Whether the daily cost works out to be £50 or £150, bear in mind that it covers the cost of flights, accommodation, transfers, local guides and even meals. You can check out average tour prices with this handy calculator from Tour Radar.
Myth 4: It’s better to go on holiday with friends
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MAYBE, MAYBE NOT! Organizing a holiday with friends can actually be quite restrictive, as you all want to see and experience different things, and try hard to compromise. It can also lead to some pretty epic bust-ups on the way. The bonus of a tour holiday is that you are essentially experiencing independent travel with the safety and support of a group.
Whether a tour is the best option for you all depends what you want to get out of your holiday. If it’s a trip of a lifetime where you get a chance to try new things, expand your personal horizons, meet new people, forge new friendships, and have something to write home about – a tour is probably the way to go.
Don’t forget your travel insurance!
Even if you are booked with a tour operator, you may benefit from having your own independent travel insurance to ensure you are covered for things like medical assistance and repatriation. If you are unsure, just give one of our travel insurance advisors a call on 01892 833338