Figure out how many people will accompany you and how you want to travel. Decide on the type of transportation you prefer that also fits in with your life schedule and budget. Know that some world tours can take a year or more, whereas some last around a month. Take a world tour by boat, plane or a combination, including train and car transportation.
Pick your destinations. Realize that even on longer tours, you aren't likely to fit every single desired destination into your itinerary. Keep in mind also that some countries, especially those with current political turmoil, are closed to tourists, and other countries are just not safe for tourists. Do your own research so that you can make smart choices and take appropriate safety precautions for countries you do visit.
See the world from a cruise ship. Take a world tour with many of the major cruise lines, such as Holland America's Grand World Voyage. See African savannas, visit the Taj Mahal, shop in Hong Kong and cross the equator. Take the long route from Los Angeles to New York in 117 Days for around $20,000. Call 1-(800)-544-2469.
Check out cruise websites, such as "VacationsToGo.com" to purchase discount cruises. Get deep discounts--over 50% off brochure starting prices for popular cruises. Take cruises with a ship rating of 5 and 6 stars. Call 1-(800)-338-4962 to find out more about 'VacationsToGo.com."
Contact major airlines to take a world tour. Ask for an around-the-world ticket or an air pass. Compare airline alliances, such as the "Star Alliance" or "SkyTeam Airline Alliance" and continents included in flight routes when picking an airline for a world tour. Discover more information about participating airlines at "Aroundtheworlds.com."
Find discounted world tour air tickets online via websites like "Discovery World Tour" and "Air Brokers International." Purchase package deals including hotels, train passes (e.g. Rail Europe) and car rentals as well as sightseeing tours.
