pakkettour

A pakkettour, or package tour, is a travel product in which a tour operator bundles multiple components of a trip—such as transportation, accommodation, and sometimes meals and activities—into a single fixed price and itinerary sold as one product. The arrangement is designed to offer convenience and price certainty by removing the need to book each element separately.

Core components often include transport (air, rail, or coach), lodging, and some meals, along with guided tours or excursions. Optional add-ons can include travel insurance, transfers, and included sightseeing tickets. Package tours can be fully bundled all-inclusive types, or combinations such as flight-and-hotel bundles, or multi-day escorted tours, including regional or thematic itineraries. Some providers offer dynamic packaging, where components are combined at the time of purchase to suit the traveller's preferences and budget.

Historically, packaged travel emerged in the 19th century with operators like Thomas Cook, and has grown into a global market encompassing domestic and international destinations. In many jurisdictions, package travel is regulated to protect consumers; for example, the EU's Package Travel Regulation requires clear information, protection against insolvency, and coverage for pre-paid, non-refundable sums, as well as medical and repatriation assistance in some cases.

Advantages include convenience, cost savings at scale, and a single point of contact for changes or problems. Disadvantages may include less flexibility and the potential for higher costs if a traveler would prefer to assemble a highly personalized itinerary. When choosing a pakkettour, travellers should compare inclusions, read cancellation terms, confirm supplier reputations, and verify insurance and transfer arrangements.