Every tour’s Detailed Itinerary includes a “level of activity” section which describes the physical requirements for your tour. Many of our cultural tours include a fair bit of walking as we think this is the best way to get to know a place. Our nature tours include walks to reach specific areas.

We share all dietary requirements with our hotels and restaurants. The tour leader/host(s) will also be aware of them.

The Detailed Itinerary tells you which meals are included. We always include breakfast and typically include at least one other meal (lunch or dinner) each day. Many of our tours include all meals. Most of our travellers enjoy having some independent meals, however our study leader and tour director are happy to get an (optional) group together to dine on independent evenings.

We commonly get requests from single travellers who would like to share a room. If you wish to share with a fellow traveller you can reserve your accommodation on a “request share” basis. We always encourage anyone wanting a roommate to reserve as early as possible. Many of our travellers have found great travel companions this way.

Medical insurance is mandatory on all Worldwide Quest tours. We will provide you with a quote for this coverage or you may arrange your own insurance. We strongly recommend Cancellation and Interruption Insurance should an unexpected event cause you to cancel or interrupt your tour or should the tour become inoperable. 

Yes! We are so proud of our community of travellers and appreciate that so many choose to travel frequently with us. Travel twice with us and you become a member of the Worldwide Explorers Club. Earn 5% off all your subsequent, catalogue-advertised group tours. The bonus is non-transferable and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or credit. Note that some exceptions may apply. Members also get access to special offers and exploratory tours.

Quest Nature Tours is the founding program and cornerstone of the Worldwide Quest family. The natural history tour offerings by Quest Nature Tours have come to set the standard for all Worldwide Quest tours, with a special focus on learning and real-time discovery of your environment, whether we are focusing on nature, culture or the arts.

These are tours specially designed for university alumni associations but are open to all interested travellers (alumni or not). These tours have an enhanced educational component and are typically led by a faculty member who’s an expert in their field.

Classical Pursuits conceives of a trip idea and the literature, art, and encounters around which the trip should be structured. Worldwide Quest takes the expert reins for all the logistics, making all the arrangements each aspect of the itinerary and taking responsibility for client care. Classical Pursuits also offers a fascinating week-long Toronto seminar series. 

WTN tours are especially conceived for women who enjoy the camaraderie and security of being with a group of women. All WTN tours are hosted. 

Our travellers are curious and well-informed; people who tell us they don’t usually take group tours, but choose Worldwide Quest for our intriguing destinations, the expertise of our tour leaders, and the ease of logistics created by a small group tour.

Each day balances guided learning with some flexible time for individual exploration or rest. The exact level of structure can vary by tour style, destination, and group preferences.

Yes, many Private Journeys start from an existing itinerary that is then modified with changes to pacing, accommodation style, and activities to match your interests.