What is a low-price tour group? Is there anything fishy?

There are usually some tricks behind "low-price tour groups":

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Additional charges: The price of low-price tour groups usually only includes basic transportation. and accommodation fees, while other fees, such as tickets, tour guide fees, meals, shopping fees, etc., may require additional payment. These fees may make the actual cost of the tour group significantly exceed the original budget.

2. Forced consumption: Low-price tour groups usually require tourists to shop at designated stores in order to obtain commissions and discounts. Tourists may be forced to buy expensive goods, or be induced to consume additional services.

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3. Reasonable itinerary: Low-price tour groups may shorten the stay time at attractions, cancel some attractions, and speed up the pace of travel to save costs and time. This can make the travel experience unsatisfactory, leading to disappointment and dissatisfaction among tourists.

4. Accommodation with poor environment: Low-price tour groups usually choose low-price hotels or youth hostels as accommodation, but these accommodation environments may not be comfortable and safe enough, and may even have health problems.

5. Safety risks: Low-price tour groups usually make some safety reductions, such as choosing unsafe transportation methods, not resting and driving according to the prescribed time, and not providing adequate insurance, etc. These practices may create safety hazards and risks for tourists.

Therefore, tourists should be vigilant when choosing low-price tour groups, carefully review the itinerary, fees, accommodation and service terms to protect their own rights and safety. If you need to save money for travel, you can consider independent travel, off-season travel, self-guided travel, etc. to obtain a better travel experience.