What is an escorted tour?

7th February 2019

What is an escorted tour?


When was the last time you got away? Isn’t it time you took a break? Sometimes planning a big holiday can be easier said than done. A lot of time must go into planning your trip to America. You want to know the ins and outs of the city you choose, you want to tour the sites and embrace the culture. Take the hassle out of organising everything yourself and let our travel experts book you an escorted tour. What is an escorted tour? Our travel expert and escorted tour lover Jennifer explains all in this blog.

What is an escorted tour?

what is an escorted tour

An escorted tour is an exclusive holiday package, tailor made just for you. Instead of spending all your time booking excursions and deciding which must-do activities you can make time for, and which ones you can skip, book an escorted tour – where everything is organised for you. An escorted tour is designed to put you at ease, knowing all the best activities are being planned for your convenience.

What’s the difference between an escorted tour and a self-guided tour?

what is an escorted tour

On an escorted tour your package will include your transatlantic flights, accommodations in our selected tour hotels, a specially curated itinerary that you are sure to love, and the service of a professional Tour Director for the entirety of your trip. You can choose from one of our thirty escorted tour packages – each one of which is more exciting than the last.

On a self-guided tour, you will not have the assistance and service of a professional Tour Director. Our travel experts can create the perfect tailor-made package for you, but when it comes to checking out the sites and travelling around, you will be touring independently.

What are the best escorted tours?

 Canyon Country Showcase 

What is an escorted tour

The American Southwest is home to some of the most magnificent landscapes in the world. On this 7-day escorted tour, you will journey from Las Vegas onto Route 66 to the Grand Canyon. Experience the best of the beautiful canyonlands, off-roading in Monument Valley, experiencing the stunning cliffs of Zion National Park, and chasing tent rocks in Bryce Canyon. The Canyon Country Showcase is one of the best ways to truly experience the American Southwest and all it has to offer.  

Rhythms of The South 

Rhythms of The South

Experience the best of music come to life on the 11-day USA tour to Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Rhythms of The South starts at the home of country music. Nashville has a lot on offer for all music lovers. Then it’s off to Memphis to pay homage to the king of Rock, Elvis Presley at his previous residence, Graceland. The last stop is New Orleans, where the streets come to life with the very best Creole cuisines, alligator swamps, and voodoo history that will keep you intrigued from the moment you arrive. New Orleans is sure to leave you with a warm heart from the locals’ gracious hospitality and your feet moving from the jazz that fills the night sky.  

Fall Colours of New England

Fall Colours of New England

On this 10-day tour of Boston, Cape Cod, and Portsmouth, you can experience the very best of New England with its sleepy fishing towns, picturesque villages, and golden sand beaches. Starting in Boston, you’ll follow the Freedom Trail with plenty of historic sites to see along the way. Then it’s off to the coast with fishing villages and stunning beaches to soak in the awe-inspiring sunset views. From the Green Mountains to the White Mountains, enjoy a few days taking in the very best of fall. The Fall Colours of New England is something out of a storybook and is one tour you don’t want to miss.

Wonders of the Canadian Rockies 

Wonders of the Canadian Rockies

The Canadian Rockies are undoubtedly one of the most memorable experiences. The ten-day awe-inspiring escorted tour takes you from the captivating Calgary to the vibrant Vancouver. There are a range of different activities and experiences to make this tour your own, from white river rafting to food tours. The Wonders of the Canadian Rockies has something for everyone. One thing every guest will experience is the vast untouched landscapes with snow-covered peaks and gorgeous glaciers that will truly take your breath away.  

Best of the West

best of west

It’s time to mosey on down to the Great American West. Starting in glamorous Los Angeles, this 12-day adventure takes you through the Sonoran Desert to the Grand Canyon. Along the way you’ll explore the stunning Yosemite National Park, beautiful San Francisco, and the Grand Canyon National Park, giving you an all-round amazing experience of the West. The Best of the West tour is the perfect mix of bustling cities and luscious landscapes, giving everyone the chance to enjoy and savour this amazing part of the USA.  

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At American Holidays, we have over 35 years’ experience in tailoring holidays to the USA, Canada, Alaska, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Are you ready to embark on a sensational escorted tour? Give us a call today to start planning.

By Amanda O'Brien

Personal Travel Planner

Favourite Destination: Texas

Texas has to be one of my favourite places, take in vibrant cities, history, music and culture. Dallas has the Sixth Floor Museum and The Perot Museum of Nature and Science, great for the family. Make sure you take in the “dive bars” in Deep Ellum. Fort Worth, experience the Old West with the twice daily cattle drive in the Stockyards. Learn to line dance at Billy Bobs, the largest Honky Tonk, visit the Rodeo and enjoy a bottle of Buffalo Butt Beer. Austin, the live music capital of the world, take a sunset cruise on Lady Bird lake and see the world’s largest urban bat colony and then head over to 6th Street for some of that famous music.