What does package tour mean?

A tour package refers to a tour group organized by a travel agency or related organization, in which most people purchase the same itinerary. In tour packages, the tourism society formulates travel routes and arrangements that satisfy the participants based on market demand and the development and maintenance of tourist attractions. Package tours are a good option for people who want to travel but are unfamiliar with the destination and don’t have much time to spare.

The price of package tours generally does not include meals, shopping and other additional expenses, so some people sometimes feel that the price is a bit high. However, tour packages give tourists a lot of convenience, such as unified arrangements for transportation, accommodation, etc., allowing tourists to travel easily. At the same time, due to the large number of people, travel agencies usually negotiate preferential prices, thereby reducing tourists' expenses.

Although package tours provide tourists with a lot of convenience, they also have some shortcomings. For example, the time schedule is relatively tight, and the personal interests of the group participants are often not fully considered, and it is easy to miss some of the scenic spots that you want to visit and the food that you want to eat. In addition, many tour groups will arrange shopping for tourists, and the prices of some goods may be inflated in some places. Therefore, for some tourists with special ideas, independent travel may be more suitable.