Organizing tourist packages involves a range of considerations for both consumers and travel agents. Consumers benefit from cost savings, convenience, and increased opportunities for social interaction.
are excursions or holidays that "pack"
have transportation, accommodation and meals, tour guide
They can be long or short in duration and distance.
Transfers to airports / ports / stations and hotels
tourist accommodation, cruises, rental cars, entrances to attractions, insurance.
Advantages and disadvantages of tour packages
Disadvantages for the travel agent
Control: nothing to say about the choice of services,
they often reserve the right to change their itineraries
Disadvantages for the consumer
Inflexibility: you agree to follow the itinerary
Advantages for the travel agent
Agent commission: 10% commission
Time and cost savings: communication with suppliers
Variety of tour packages: you can make suggestions
Advantages for the consumer
Cost and budget savings
The responsibility falls on the operator
Convenience and time savings: The travel agency handles all related arrangements
Social: The possibilities of social interaction are greater.
Quality of service
Package types
they are very wide and varied.
Tours of special interest: area of particular interest
Adventure tours
The tours of the city
Group trips also follow a fixed itinerary
Escorted tours: good idea for solo travelers.