Need To Know
Fantastic Tours & Travel remains
a leader in the student tour and travel industry. Our goal, since founding the
agency in 1984, has been to keep both you and your students on the forefront
of educational opportunities. Whatever your classroom curriculum, Fantastic
Tours will customize a tour to meet your objectives.
Need To Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Fantastic Tours realizes the personal time, effort and expense the trip moderator incurs before and during the class outing. A stipend can be provided to cover incidental expenses. Discuss the details with your Account Executive.
Chaperones travel free! One complimentary chaperone for each ten paid students is provided. However, if your administration requires a higher ratio we can accommodate those needs.
If your community is financially challenged, talk to us about off-season travel. It can be very cost effective without compromising the quality of the tour. When you call, see if your destination is offering a ‘seasonal special’.
Insurance is available for many aspects that necessitate unexpected cancellation of a trip by a group or individual. Please discuss details with your Account Executive.
No group is too large or too small – all size groups are accommodated. We’ll help you to decide the mode of transportation that’s the most convenient and meets your group’s financial needs.
Your trip specialist will provide a prompt, no obligation price quote.
Convenient payments are arranged; a nominal deposit upon signing of the trip agreement with final payment 45 days prior to departure. Additional deposits may apply based on attraction selection.
There are significant differences between a local travel agency that specializes in individual travel and a tour agency that specializes in group travel. The considerations and details that factor into the success of a class trip can be overlooked.
Please request and review our national reference list. We are members in good standing with the Student Youth Travel Association, International Airlines Travel Agent Network, and the Airline Reporting Commission.
Mode of transportation differs for groups depending on the distance between the hometown and city of destination. We are representatives of all airlines, Amtrak and motorcoach carriers across the United States.
Tour rates vary depending on the location of your hotel, attractions selected and the number of meals per day. You determine the price depending on your objectives and budgetary needs. When you call, one of our Account Executives will discuss all cost options to develop the best possible tour for your group. Some considerations.
Will you be traveling via deluxe motorcoach, airline or train? Will you be using public transportation in your destination city or private motorcoach?
Will you choose a convenient city location or select a more cost effective one in the outer perimeters? Would you prefer rooms accommodating 4 students or suites accommodating 6?
Number of Meals Daily, Continental Breakfast or Full American?
Can vary greatly in any city of travel, from the admission free Smithsonian Museums in Washington D.C. to an exciting matinee performance in New York City. Discuss your itinerary and curriculum objectives with our Account Executive.
Depending on your selection, it may affect the rate. For example, if your destination is New York, there are several options; you could choose the more expensive Broadway show tickets or enjoy a more midrange priced visit to the Empire State Building Observation Deck. If budget is the priority, you could simply take the evening to unwind at the hotel.
We will recommend the attractions and cities where utilizing a local guide will enhance the student’s knowledge and history of the city. The driver will be provided with the most direct routes to avoid hours of delays for out-of-town drivers.
