Here are some factors to consider when determining your ideal group size for your class trip. In our experience, it's always best to enroll a few more travelers than your goal to offset any last-minute cancellations.
FACTORS TO CONSIDER
Private or consolidated group
A good way to start is by determining the group size that your school typically takes on class trips.
For large groups who want the privacy of their own tour bus and their own tour director, we offer the private group option, our most popular choice. Private groups must have at least 20 participants and may customize their itinerary to meet their group's particular needs or interests. Travelers can also choose our consolidated group option. This allows smaller groups to be combined with other groups to share a tour bus and tour director.
The bigger the group, the bigger the savings
It's easy to take your annual class trip to Washington, D.C., and New York with us! The more students you enroll, the more money you save. We offer discounts for groups that require multiple buses. Ask your tour consultant for details.
Free spots on tour
We offer flexible student-to-adult ratios, and we suggest teachers travel with a 10 to 1 ratio. For every 10 full-paying participants you bring on your class trip, you earn one free spot on your tour for chaperones, friends or family.
Global Rewards Points
The more participants you bring, the more Global Points you earn. Redeem points for gift and travel rewards, such as an iPod, digital camera, or a tropical vacation! The earlier you sign up, the greater the benefits. Learn more about our
teacher benefits program »Group leader vs. free-spot traveler
It's also important to understand the difference between yourself as a group leader and those who are traveling free. As the group leader, you are responsible for your travelers. However, we recommend that you choose free-place travelers who are willing to assist you. Consider your ideal student-to-chaperone ratio when determining who will travel as a free-place.