Get Closer to the World® on a Vantage Escorted Land Tour

Vantage's fully escorted, deluxe tours are designed by our own expert travel planners specifically with the expectations and tastes of mature North American travellers in mind. With 25 years of experience, we know how to make sure your vacation is a step above the rest.

We make sure all the details are done right - from superior accommodations to exclusive Cultural Connections and the best Program Managers - so that you'll enjoy enriching experiences and activities designed to help you discover the world around you.

Enjoy Superior Accommodations in the Best Locations

There's no question that where you stay is a key element in the enjoyment of your trip. After all, your accommodations are — quite literally — your home away from home, your headquarters for sightseeing, shopping and everything else you do.

That's why Vantage puts hotel selection at the top of the priority list when planning a trip. You can count on hotels that are the best in the area in terms of comfort and amenities, but also centrally located and reflective of the character of the locale.

Vantage Travel Planners visit each hotel personally — they don't pick them sight unseen from an industry hotel guide (as many other tour companies do).

Working with an extensive checklist, they grade each hotel on four basic criteria: location, service, atmosphere, and overall quality. Then, they begin to dig deeply, investigating the inner workings of the property more extensively. On the lookout for unusual "extras," they take special note of antiques and artwork, interesting décor, inviting public areas, and an atmosphere that's relaxed and welcoming overall.

They try the beds and check-out bath facilities. They call room service and the valet to test the staff's English-speaking skills. They get to know the management and staff — and make sure the personnel are pledged to give priority attention to Vantage travellers. They dine in the restaurants and evaluate the menus. In short, they make every effort to go through the same routines that you will, so that there won't be any "surprises" or inconveniences during your stay.

Most importantly, with Vantage you can count on the best available accommodations, regardless of how far you are from home. You may be visiting ancient Chinese cities, or exploring medieval cities along the Adriatic, but you'll return to accommodations that meet modern standards for comfort, cleanliness, and service.

Vantage's Exclusive Cultural Connections Provide a Unique View of the World

Learning the tango in Argentina ... listening to a private concert in Dubrovnik ... sharing schnapps and stories with an Icelandic farmer ... enjoying a home-hosted dinner in Croatia ... enjoying tea in a home in an old Beijing neighborhood — you'll no doubt agree that the best travel memories are made when you meet the people going about their daily lives, sharing their experiences and catching a glimpse of the world through their eyes.

That's why you'll find a list of Vantage exclusive Cultural Connections like those mentioned above on all of our escorted land tours. They include home-hosted meals, encounters with local people where they live and work, the opportunity to take part in local customs and traditions, special lectures, private concerts, dance performances and more - experiences that few typical tourists will ever have.

The Best Program Managers

Your Vantage Program Manager is your host to your destination, a specially trained travel professional who as a local resident can provide you with a unique insider's perspective on the culture, people, and places of your destination.

These experienced travel professionals are with you every step of the way in your destination. Usually they are not only residents but natives of the area you're travelling in. They are knowledgeable, caring, helpful, and always there when you need them. Not only that, they're "people persons" — friendly, fun, and great to spend time with.

Read a few brief biographies on select Vantage Program Managers.