In order to provide a wide range of choice for our clients we have divided our
tours into 3 categories - Economy, Standard and Superior. A description of each
level is given below and should be used as a guide to the general level of a tour
and not just as a guide to the level of the accommodation provided. The nature
of many of our tours is such that accommodation can be limited simply by its availability,
eg whilst trekking, rafting or on safari. We therefore use these catagories as
a reflection of the tour as a whole, including accommodation, transport, meals,
and added extras.
Economy
Our economy tours are aimed at those who wish to travel on a budget. As with
all of our tours they provide the highest level of service, and accommodation
is based on 2 to 3-star hotels, usually with breakfast included. We also include
all transfers and provide fully trained guides to take you around the sites of
interest. We mainly use high quality public transport like air-conditioned coaches
and first class trains, and some private transport where necessary.
Standard
Our standard tours have been designed to provide a high level of service and
comfort at affordable prices. They are ideal for families, groups and individuals
who are looking for an active style of holiday but who don’t want to pay the higher
prices of our superior tours. All these tour packages are based on 3 to 4-star
hotel accommodation with a mix of private and public transport. Where public transport
is used it is always high quality, for example first class trains and luxury air-conditioned
coaches. We also provide fully trained guides to act as your guide and tour leader throughout the
tour.
Superior
These 5-star packages have been designed to offer you an excellenct quality and
service. They are aimed at those looking to enjoy the experience of travel, with
all the luxury and comfort available. Each tour includes private A/C transport,
internal flight options where applicable, all transfers, entrance fees to sites
of interest, and fully qualified local guides who will accompany you throughout
the tour. On the rare occasions when we need to use public transport it is always of
the best standard available. Accommodation is based on high quality hotels and
is usually branded 5-star hotels (e.g. Hilton, Sheraton etc.).
ACCOMMODATION
The following links take you to pages listing the accommodation used on our tours
in each respective country. They are grouped into categories ranging from A (highest) to E (lowest) based on their level of facilities and services. Wherever possible
we have tried to maintain consistency in categories and across countries.