Touring around the world is a great way of experiencing different cultures and learning about the history of the world. It lets you understand your place in the world and creates a more balanced individual. But you need to have an idea of how you travel; whether you are planning to travel as a group with a guided tour company or on your own or with a few friends that you cherish. There are pros and cons to both options.

If you are planning on hiking in British Columbia or any other location, you need to prepare and do some research. The first thing you need to figure out is how you will be travelling. There are professionals that will be able to help you book accommodation and they will take care of the entire tour. This can be a huge weight off your shoulders especially if you are not accustomed to booking or planning long durations. You need to be very organised when you are travelling on your own and make sure you have all the relevant documents as well as have an idea of what you want to do in the destination. With a guided tour, most of the aspects of your travel will be decided already and this can be a hide time saver. This will include accommodation, meals, sightseeing etc. Some of the guided tours will include flight specifications and other additional fees so you only need to provide the payment to have an immersive experience in a new location.

But the features and benefits of guided tours will depend on the budget. You will be able to understand the budget and keep to a budget of your choice with such a tour. They will list the charges for food, accommodation and tours so you will know the exact price tag. This will not be the case when you are travelling solo and there is a possibility of going above your budget. If you are new to travelling and want to travel on a budget, a guided tour is a great option to consider. While guided tours will allow you to see many different countries in a short time, it may also shorten the attractions that you see. You may only see the most notable attractions and you might not have time for anything else because of the strict schedule. If you want to try hiking off the beaten track, solo travelling may be a better option.

There is not a lot of time to spend at each stop so you might not be able to have a full experience depending on the length of the tour. And as you are constantly moving, it can be a little exhausting as well. You are able to be more flexible when you are travelling independently and you can choose how much time to spend at each destination depending on your preference. You may find a cheaper deal if you do some research and you can always change your plans as you are not beholden to a scheduled tour. But you will need to carry out extensive planning and this can be a bit stressful.