I emailed Classic Journeys to ask about transfer and got this response:
I would have to get more details on what the transfer instructions would be before I would book with them, because if the instructions are something like "find a taxi to take you to point X", that would not be good. I'm hoping "they may be arranged at additional cost" means they would arrange them for me. Their prices include tips for the guides so it's 6 of one, half a dozen of another with regard to cost, as far as I'm concerned.
Tozzie, don't know if you saw this when you were researching them, but they do have a rewards program for returning guests. If one has enough money and lives long enough, you will eventually get a free trip. The 15th and 20th tour rewards are great, but for the first few trips the cost savings isn't much. The other benefits are nice though. Here are the details, in case anyone is interested:
Airport transfers are not included in the cost of our tours; however, they may be arranged at an additional cost. When you reserve space, well send you a confirmation package that includes detailed information on how to get to and from the starting and ending points of the trip. We can also help you with any of your pre- or post-tour hotel arrangements.
I would have to get more details on what the transfer instructions would be before I would book with them, because if the instructions are something like "find a taxi to take you to point X", that would not be good. I'm hoping "they may be arranged at additional cost" means they would arrange them for me. Their prices include tips for the guides so it's 6 of one, half a dozen of another with regard to cost, as far as I'm concerned.
Tozzie, don't know if you saw this when you were researching them, but they do have a rewards program for returning guests. If one has enough money and lives long enough, you will eventually get a free trip. The 15th and 20th tour rewards are great, but for the first few trips the cost savings isn't much. The other benefits are nice though. Here are the details, in case anyone is interested:
Special TreatmentYou'll enjoy these special benefits after just one tour with us:
Priority assignment to the best rooms set aside for your group
A special welcome gift at the beginning of each tour
Member-only email address and toll-free number for contacting Classic Journeys
Priority wait list
Exclusive invitations to inaugurate new itineraries
Advance notice of new and special departures
$100 off your second departure if you reserve back-to-back tours or two tours in the same calendar year*
$150 credit every time you refer a new guest
Special offers from fine travel resources such as E-bags, TravelSmith and Longitude Books
Milestone RewardsThe more you travel with Classic Journeys the more automatic rewards you will receive:
3rd Tour $50 gift card from a preferred Classic Journeys travel resource provider
5th Tour $100 off tour price
10th Tour $200 off tour price
15th Tour 50% off companion's tour price
20th Tour Free tour for one on any scheduled Classic Journey