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An Educational Travel Company that Provides Peace of Mind

Casterbridge has been operating group tours under the same ownership for over 30 years and we believe strongly that there is no substitute for proven experience and continuity.

Since 1979, over 3,500 groups and 60,000 participants have traveled on Casterbridge programs to worldwide destinations on six continents.

Accredited and Award-Winning Excellence

Casterbridge is a member of the following three international travel associations:

  • ASTA – The American Society of Travel Agents
  • ETOA – The European Tour Operators Association
  • IATA – The International Air Transport Association

After 30 years of international group tour operations, Casterbridge today can provide reference from countless group leaders willing to testify to the levels of service and quality they experienced on their Casterbridge program.

All our group tours are evaluated by every group leader after the conclusion of the program and, over the last three years, more than 97.5% of our group leaders have rated our tours as either good or excellent.

By way of recognition for our exceptional record of excellence, in 2003 Casterbridge was awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise. This is the highest award conferred on a British company. We were the only tour operator in the world to be so recognized in 2003, and only the fourth to receive the award since 1995.

Honesty and Integrity

One of the fundamental tenets of our group tour philosophy is “honesty and integrity.” Honesty in pricing, integrity in the arrangements made and the liaison with our clients, and total reliability in our commitment to your overall touring experience.

Our tours are genuinely all-inclusive. There are no hidden costs, such as registration fees, optional excursions, twin room supplements (unless triples or quads are requested for the core group), weekend flight supplements, or airport surcharges.

When you book a Casterbridge tour, you can rest assured there are no costs or contingencies hidden away until a later date. Your travel dates will be guaranteed at the time of booking. They will not be changed at the last minute, nor will your gateway be changed, nor your routing or destination airport.

All your flights will be with recognized major carriers on scheduled flights. You will never be booked onto a charter flight. Also, every attempt will be made to get you onto a direct, non-stop routing whenever possible.

Once on Tour

Once on tour, we make every effort to ensure you have complete peace of mind.

You are guaranteed your own personal Tour Manager/Guide 24/7 for the duration of the tour. He or she will be on hand day and night to deal with your concerns promptly and efficiently. If you have an emergency or a concern about anything to do with your tour, they will be there to help you.

Personal Service and Specialized Knowledge from Our International Office

Casterbridge’s operations team, head office, and directors are all based in Britain, which gives us unparalleled experience and contacts in Europe, as well as an intimate knowledge of the region’s sights, accommodations, and educational opportunities.

Furthermore, our experienced North American tour coordinators, located in Virginia and Toronto, are specialists in tour group travel and have traveled extensively themselves. As a result, our clients benefit from a level of expertise and personal attention unequalled by any other educational travel company.

Financial Security and Insurance Protection

It is imperative that you travel with a tour operator that can provide you and your administration with professional protection and peace of mind. Casterbridge has it own Major Tour Operator’s General Liability Insurance and would be pleased to provide a copy of the relevant insurance certificate to any group leader or administrator, as required.

Equally, we have excellent travel insurance coverage options available for all tour participants, as outlined in the relevant areas of our site. Casterbridge offers an excellent package of comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellation, health, and property.

Above all, the staff at Casterbridge offices worldwide are focused on maintaining our track record of excellence. They will always bring the highest standards of attention to detail and personal service to all our touring groups and programs.

Whenever you travel with Casterbridge, you have the assurance of knowing that the personnel of an award-winning operator are drawing on over 30 years of operational experience to ensure a truly rewarding, enjoyable, and successful experience for all concerned.

Register to plan a Casterbridge educational tour, either online or by calling 1-800-522-2398. Start planning your educational travel program today!


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