If you are thinking of a bucket list trip, you may wonder about the benefits of small-group travel. You ask, and we answer. The benefits range from price to extra perks, convenience, safety, and even better trip photos. (Yes, to find out how a small group tour can provide great trip photos, keep reading).
The Ten Benefits of Small Group Travel with Tour Plan International
Tour Plan International has been hosting small group travel for over fifty years. Their travel advisors know that the benefits of traveling with a small group provide a memorable experience. Here are the top ten benefits:
- Price: This is not only a key benefit, but a question often asked. So, we will address it first. Your Tour Plan International advisor negotiates the price for lodging and transportation, dining, site tours, and adventure. Think of it as cost-sharing or the “power of a group .”With a small group tour, you will get a lot of vacation for your money.
- The Planning: When was the last time you enjoyed a vacation without much stress and planning? A hosted tour allows you to concentrate on only one task—packing your bags. (And we can provide packing tips too) When you arrive at the destination, you can relax and enjoy the curated lodging, dining, and unique experiences planned by a professional TPI team member.
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“67% have argued with a travel companion as a result of stress caused by planning a vacation”—Travel Central
- Time to Explore: Groups stimulate creativity, but everyone needs time to explore independently. All Tour Plan International small group tours include hosted days and time to explore independently.
- Expert Guides: Tour Plan International small group tours include expert guides. We have in-country relationships that bring culture and flavor to every tour.
- Meet New Friends: Whether traveling with a companion or solo, you will meet new friends on a small group tour. Share a gourmet dinner and a bottle of wine with new friends.
- The Experience: Often, a group and its host can visit museums, historic sites, theatre productions, craft beverage distillers, etc., when others can only search for entry tickets. Again, just an example of the power of group tours.
- Create a Custom Tour: Each year, Tour Plan International hosts varied tours, and you can find the latest options on our website. But, a TPI travel advisor can also custom-create a tour for your group, business or family. Here is a quote from a Tour Plan International client:
“ Tour Plan International is a professional company with a personal touch! They planned an 18- day tour of Italy for our family of 20.”—Ann
- Safe and Supported: The Tour Plan International host and in-country partners will ensure that you feel safe and supported.
- Off the Beaten Path: Your host and TPI partners know how to find that “off the beaten path” spot to enjoy the local culture. Chances are that if you are traveling without a guide, you will miss it.
- Take Better Photos: If you enjoy travel photography, you know that grabbing the perfect photo is often all about timing. Being in the right place and at the right time. It may be at a winery, a farm market, a cooking class, or watching a sunset. Tour Plan International provides the opportunity to capture photos and memories.
Small Group Tours and Travel Planning
If you want to join a small group tour in 2023, Tour Plan International is still booking seats on Enticing Douro and Natural New Zealand. You just missed the opportunity to book Simply Sicily, but we will share photos on social media. Soon, 2024 small group tours will be posted on our website.
Or you may need assistance in planning a group vacation for your family or a group of friends. Our team is ready to plan a memorable trip.
