I don't know if its "legal" or not to ask about other travel companies on a Rick Steves site but here goes....I'm a 65 year old man interested in taking a "guided" tour of Eastern Europe (Slovenia, Croatia, Czech Republic, etc) I really don't want to share a room with anyone so know I'll have to pay the single supplement. What tour companies would fit my needs the best?
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32401 posts
Bob, I'm 60+ and have taken a number of RS tours, so those are the ones that I would absolutely recommend. I've just returned from my sixth tour (Sicily this year). I also like to have my own "space" so I've been paying the single supplement for the last few years and that's worked out well. It sounds like the Eastern Europe in 16 Days tour is exactly what you're looking for. I haven't taken that one yet, but it's on my list. If you have some free time on January 12th, make a trip to Edmonds and attend the free presentation on that tour, given by some of the Guides that lead it. It starts at 10:30 in the Edmonds Center for the Arts, and pre-registration is required. You can see the details on all the tour presentations at this website: http://www.ricksteves.com/news/classes/13-test-drive-classes.htm Happy travels!
Posted by
Magyarország / Rep of Texas
20893 posts
I've never done a RS tour but those that I know who have rave about them. My father use to go on tours sponsored by the Smithsonian and National Geographic and while he raved about the, for the added expense i don't know if he wouldn't have done just as well with RS. Another option is to build your own trip using private guides. Again RS might be a source of guides in various countries and if you strike out there i know a few.
Posted by
Magyarország / Rep of Texas
20893 posts
I've never done a RS tour but those that I know who have rave about them. My father use to go on tours sponsored by the Smithsonian and National Geographic and while he raved about the, for the added expense i don't know if he wouldn't have done just as well with RS. Another option is to build your own trip using private guides. Again RS might be a source of guides in various countries and if you strike out there i know a few.
Posted by
Genesee, ID
1840 posts
Bob, There is also Road Scholar which used to be Elderhostel. We have looked at their offerings a number of times, but are still traveling on our own.
Posted by
OP
Lakewood, Wa
78 posts
I checked out Road Scholar and it looks like a great fit for me. Thanks!
Posted by
Mission Viejo, Calif., USA
1010 posts
My husband and I have taken three Tauck tours. There were single persons on our tours. We like the Tauck tours, as they have only 24 guests. We took one this past summer to Ireland. In 2011 we used Tauck for Greece and Turkey.
Posted by
Boscombe, Dorset, UK
964 posts
Bob, I've taken 2 RS tours and they're perfect for the solo senior traveller. Going on those experiences, you're part of a lovely group and many on the tour will be in your age group. I'm 60+ myself. The RS tour guides we had were very experienced and really considerate. And you can get a single room.
Posted by
San Diego
1540 posts
I have recently started traveling with Gate 1 Tours and doing a single supplement. I like their tours, their staff, the guides, I would recommend them. Very reasonable prices..... Gate 1 Travel
Posted by
Ajdovscina
106 posts
Hi Bob! If you're into photography, these guys do a fantastic job. http://adriatic2alps.com/ Ljubljana is a great place to base yourself as it is not as crowded as other capitals and has a nice relaxed feel. Cheers
Greg
Posted by
Orlando
516 posts
Very happy with RS tours.