Our tours are intended for active seniors. In order to fully enjoy our destinations, a certain fitness level is required.
To join our tour, you are required to be capable of:
- Keeping a good pace while actively walking 5 hours per day (regular breaks are scheduled)
- Going up and down stairs independently (sometimes without handrails)
- Walking on slick or uneven surfaces (eg. wet cobblestone)
- Carrying your own luggage through the airport
The use of a wheelchair, walker or cane while on tour or during your time in the airport is prohibited. As per our terms & conditions, you will be required to leave the tour if you are unable to walk without one of these devices.
For all countries except Ireland or Peru, expect warm weather (upwards of 25°C), so also be physically prepared to spend lots of time outdoors while exploring famous highlights and hidden gems.
I use a cane, walker, wheelchair or walking sticks; can I join an Approach Tour?
The activities on all of our tours, including getting on and off of our coach buses, are prohibitive for individuals who require a cane, walker or wheelchair to be mobile. You may join if you use walking sticks by choice to help you keep pace, not if you require them for mobility.
Is there a maximum/minimum age to participate in an Approach Tour?
All adult-aged individuals are welcome on an Approach Tour, anyone from 18 to 99! Our tours are designed for active seniors, so in our experience they may not suit the interests of travellers under the age of 50. It is common however for individuals under 50 to join our tours and enjoy themselves with someone in that age group (such as an adult child joining their parent).
What are the cognitive requirements on tour?
For everyone’s safe enjoyment of the tour, it is important you do not join if you or your travel companion experience any symptoms of cognitive impairment, no matter how minor. These include:
- Memory loss or confusion
- Difficulty speaking, understanding, or expressing thoughts
- Repeating questions
- Wandering or getting lost
- Losing balance or problems with movement
