Travelling almost anywhere in the world can be achieved on a bus. Bus tours usually provide good value to the travellers however, not all bus tours will be the same. Nobody tour company will ever satisfy everyone’s needs for travel. Here we provide some tips on comparing bus tours. Generally, the best tours deliver what they promise.
Size of tour
The tour size is determined by many factors, mainly the bus size. However some specialty tours, like photography, cooking, along with other interest tours limit numbers due to other reasons. In nearly all cases the conditions of the air-conditioned buses are excellent and their maintenance is up to date. They offer comfortable seats along with other amenities like toilets on board. Small tours range from 8 to 20 participants, while large bus tours range between 20 to 55 participants.
Cheap, value or luxury tour
The cheapest bus tours are ridiculously cheap and generally participants pay extra for everything. Nothing is included apart from travel and the accommodation.
Toronto to Niagara Tour include everything and provide luxury accommodation options and could have even several empty seats on the bus to make it more comfortable.
Make sure you do sufficient research to verify that the tour company meets your expectations of travel. Some bus tour companies own their buses and staff a casual, others hire buses but have permanent staff. Each business design has its advantages and disadvantages. All generally claim to be the “best”. Small tour groups tend to be more intimate for most reasons, as the larger groups are herded about form spot to place with military precision.
Confirm that there’s sufficient time at the attractions to take pleasure from them and for many individuals the small tours provide a minimum of 2 night stays in order that participants do not have to pack and unpack each day. Lots of the cheap tours move hotels each day to pack just as much into the itinerary as possible.
Recommendations for bus tour travellers
Check that the provider is reputable
Go with the tiniest group size that one could afford
Confirm that the accommodation is in the town (not the outskirts)
Avoid tours with multiple one-night stays
Ask for authentic food experiences and understand what meals are included
Read the fine-print including inclusions, exclusions and cancellation policies
When you compare prices – compare total costs, not only in advance tour costs
In summary, not absolutely all tours are the same. Smaller value tours often provide the best experience for many who enjoy culture, history and meeting new people.