DISCOVER MORE TRAVEL TYPES FOR YOU

When planning a trip, the key question is simple: How much structure do you want? Some travelers want everything handled. Others want full freedom. Many want a mix. Here’s a uniform, easy-to-scan guide to the most common travel styles.

Escorted Tours : The “Done-For-You” Option (Modern, Not Old-School)

Escorted tours are built for travelers who want a planned itinerary with a professional tour director managing the details.

What to expect?

• Pre-planned itinerary with major highlights

• Tour director traveling with the group

• Group schedule and transportation included

• Strong value with packaged pricing

• Low-stress, worry-free travel

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Fully Independent Travel (FIT) – Fully Customized, Fully Flexible

FIT is ideal if you want the trip designed around your exact preferences, with no group schedule.

What to expect

• Custom itinerary based on your interests

• No tour group or escort

• Planned with an advisor (or self-planned)

• Great for special interests and unique experiences

Best for

• Travelers who want control, flexibility, and personalization
   

Cruise with Tour – “Unpack Once” + Deeper Exploration

This combines the ease of cruising with a guided land tour before, after, or alongside your cruise.

What to expect

• Cruise paired with escorted land touring

• Pre-/post-cruise hotels and sightseeing

• Guided excursions and smooth transfers

• More depth than a standard port day

Best for

• Cruise travelers who want to add meaningful time on land

River Cruises – Small Ships, Big Access

River cruises offer “unpack once” travel with the advantage of docking in the heart of towns and cities, often steps from the main sights.

What to expect

• Smaller ships and a relaxed atmosphere

• Central docking (often walkable)

• Included guided excursions (often multiple activity levels)

• Scenic daytime sailing

• Fewer transfers and simpler logistics

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