Tours are a great way to experience dream destinations. If you are one of those folks who enjoy travel but hate to plan everything yourself and would like to have others plan and show you around, a tour company is the solution. With so many tours available to choose among, how do you ensure that you pick the right one? No matter which tour company you go with, it is important to do your research.

Here are few factors to consider in selecting a tour that is best for you:

Length of tour
Tours can range in length from a couple of hours to several weeks, sometimes even longer. Be sure to pick the right tour length to suit your travel style and time available. Some tour companies arrange everything for you, including what you will do and how long you will stay in each destination, as well as attend to all the details for accommodations and transportation.

Pace of tour
As a senior traveler, you need to consider the pace of the tour. Do you prefer or can your health allow you to have a tour jam-packed with sightseeing and activities all day long with no free time to rest in between? Or do you prefer to do one or two activities in depth per day with ample free time for resting and enjoying a local beverage?

Size and age of tour group
The size of the tour group can affect your enjoyment. A big tour group is best if you wish to stay anonymous. A small group, however, allows you to be more intimate and sociable.

You should also consider the age of the group tour. Would you rather join a tour with a group of senior citizens or twenty-somethings? As you might expect, the focus differs depending on the age of the group.

Price
When you evaluate a tour, cost is an important factor. Pay attention to any extras you may need to pay. Most tour companies include customer feedback on their websites - look around and see what previous tour members have to say.

Tour Policies
Take the time to read tour policies published on tour company websites. They enable you learn about its practices, the "dos and don'ts," and refund policy. This information may help you select the best tour for you.

Online Reviews
Most tour companies include customer feedback on their websites - look around and see what previous tour customers have to say. This will help you get a feel for the type of travelers on the tour, the places they visit, the standard of accommodation, and so forth. Plus, reading others' reviews will help put you in the mood for travel. Bon voyage!