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Feature | 2025.3.24

Using package tours, venture farther and beyond!
Now I want to visit many more countries.

After joining a package tour for the first time, I regretted not doing it sooner. Such tours make it possible to visit remote places . I once thought were out of reach.

Wanting to venture farther and beyond, I set out on a grand tour of Tunisia. But with only two weeks away from Japan, I had my concerns. Tunisia’s railway network is limited, bus services are unreliable, and the language barrier—Arabic and French—would surely pose challenges. Could I really navigate the entire country? After considering it all, I decided to book a package tour.
I had always avoided them—following a group, sticking to a set itinerary, eating prearranged meals. It all felt too restrictive, so I dismissed package tours as not for me. Yet, once the journey began, I was amazed at how incredibly comfortable it was.
No more lugging my suitcase through the streets—just leave it outside my hotel room, and it would be delivered straight to the bus. All transportation was by bus, eliminating the hassle of securing train tickets. Museum and gallery admissions? Already taken care of. The food was delicious, and I could even opt out of meals in advance. Both the tour guide and local guide were highly competent, and my fellow travelers turned out to be genuinely pleasant company. By the second day, I had fully settled into my role as one of the group. Honestly, I was shocked—this was easy and far more fun than I had expected. Curious about the travel company behind such exceptional service, I decided to visit Eurasia Travel Agency, the organizer of my tour. There, I spoke with Hiroshi Ueno, Executive Director of the Development Department.

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“Travel agencies rely on local booking companies for overseas arrangements,” he explained. “There are two main types: one is a branch office of a Japanese travel agency or a major company with a base in Japan. The other is a local travel agency—so in Tunisia, it would be a Tunisian company, in Morocco, a Moroccan one. Local companies are passionate about showcasing the best of their own country. Their enthusiasm for travel is on another level, allowing them to secure better itineraries, hotels, and restaurants. At our company, we prioritize working with these local booking agencies and building strong relationships with them. They’re also invaluable in case of emergencies.” The tour conductor on my trip was exceptional. “There’s a saying: ‘A trip is only as good as its tour conductor.’ Knowledge and problem-solving skills are essential, but so is a warm personality that enhances the journey. Above all, safety comes first, and our company ensures conductors can focus entirely on their duties.”
I also quickly bonded with my fellow travelers.
“They say a great journey depends first on the tour conductor and second on good travel companions. Since strangers spend days together, we ask for consideration—being punctual, rotating bus seats—to ensure a comfortable experience for all. This camaraderie also proves invaluable in unexpected situations, like flight delays or illness, helping the trip run smoothly.”I asked about future tour plans. “If security improves, Afghanistan and Iraq, with their incredible ruins, would be fantastic destinations. Before the war, Ukraine was also popular—I truly hope for peace. I’d love to offer more immersive experiences, like harvesting grapes in the birthplace of wine. Journeys with specialists, traveling alongside experts, can be deeply moving. The possibilities for fascinating journeys are endless.”
I also quickly bonded with my fellow travelers.
“They say a great journey depends first on the tour conductor and second on good travel companions. Since strangers spend days together, we ask for consideration—being punctual, rotating bus seats—to ensure a comfortable experience for all. This camaraderie also proves invaluable in unexpected situations, like flight delays or illness, helping the trip run smoothly.”I asked about future tour plans. “If security improves, Afghanistan and Iraq, with their incredible ruins, would be fantastic destinations. Before the war, Ukraine was also popular—I truly hope for peace. I’d love to offer more immersive experiences, like harvesting grapes in the birthplace of wine. Journeys with specialists, traveling alongside experts, can be deeply moving. The possibilities for fascinating journeys are endless.”
I’ll likely be taking more package tours from now on.

「少人数で快適」「バスは大型が中心」「土産物店の立ち寄りなし」「主要都市ホテルは概ね4つ星クラスか上質クラス」など価値あるツアーを届けてくれる。

欧州はもちろん、南米、アフリカ、中近東から日本国内のツアーまで手がける。
他にはないようなユニークな企画が多くある旅行会社。

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