Our Approach

Since 1980, California Tour Consultants has held the belief  that each group is unique. Our company only does custom tours for groups, nothing else.  Our method for this is simple.  At our first meeting, we discuss the group's background and overall desires for the tour or program. Utilizing this important information, and our extensive knowledge of the Western United States, our experienced staff customizes a special program based on the group's precise criteria.

Our program proposal, including a detailed itinerary and pricing information, is then promptly submitted for your review and consideration. Changes are made at the next meeting and the program evolves to your specifications to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Once the program is finalized and booked, documentation is sent outlining the payment schedule and terms. Printed materials, videos, brochures and other materials are also made available to enhance your promotional campaign.

Our most popular multi-venue tours:

Northern California -
San Francisco, the Wine Country, Monterey and Carmel

California Coast -
San Francisco, Monterey & Carmel, Big Sur, Solvang, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles Southern California Los Angeles, Palm Springs and San Diego

Southwestern National Parks -
Phoenix & Scottsdale, Sedona, Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, Bryce National Park, Zion National Park, and Las Vegas (or Salt Lake City)

Sierra Nevada -
Reno/Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Southwest -
Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Taos

Western Odyssey -
San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Death Valley, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Scottsdale, Palm Springs, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Monterey and Carmel

Pacific Northwest -
Vancouver, Victoria, and Seattle

Canadian Rockies -
Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper

MARKETS WE SERVE

Over the years we have identified and serviced the following niche markets that tend to focus on the following ad hoc and affinity groups:

Senior Groups
Bank Travel Clubs, Park and Rec departments, churches,      and senior centers

Inbound Groups from Abroad
Primarily geared to extensive multi-venue touring over the  course of 1-3 weeks

Special Groups
Special interest and technical groups, special events, adventure tours, fraternal organizations, people with handicaps, grandparents and grandchildren

Student Groups
Senior class trips, Spring Break tours, band and choir performance groups, student exchange programs, "Grad Nite"  at Disneyland, YM and YWCA's, field trips

Sample List of Clients

• Ambassadair Travel Club
• Brownell Travel              
• American Express
• International Tours               
• Travel and Transport
• Travel Agents International
• First Ladies Club    
• Gullivers Sport & Music Travel
• Venture Holidays,
• Spring Grove High School Band
• AAA Travel Tampa
• Scanropa
• TUI

Testimonials

"When a group votes to return and do a different version of the same trip next year, you know your tour was a winner! I have had very few trips that went as well and as effortlessly for me. The former is a tribute to your excellent planning and itinerary; the latter is a testimonial to your guide's ability and charm."
Carolyn McLendon, Southern Tours

"It is my pleasure, once again, to compliment you and your fine staff for the professional manner and highly polished efficiency in handling the Leisure Bank Travel Club. The accommodations were excellent, the food was superior, the motorcoaches were very nice, and the itinerary was planned at a perfect pace for the group. The group was especially pleased with the tour escort who took great care of everyone and made each member feel special. Thanks again for a job well done."
William Brockman, CTC

"Since our return I have received many letters and notes from students and parents expressing their appreciation for the wonderful experiences we shared on the tour. It was by far the nicest, most educational tour I have ever taken with the band. I have experienced the planning and escorting of dozens of tours and our tour to California certainly qualifies as one of the best."
Paul Grill, Director, Central York High School Band