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What is the difference between a Tour Operator and a Travel Agent?

April 26, 2017difference operator tour travel agent

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What is the difference between a Tour Operator and a Travel Agent?

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Tour operators are similar to cruise lines. Both offer a product that is marketed and sold by travel agents. Tour operators are specialists in organizing the local arrangements, transfers and tours and are used by travel agents to handle their clients needs for pre-arranged or custom itineraries. Some tour operators will work directly with the public while other tour operators work only with the travel agents. The tour operator we have selected to work with exclusively for our African safaris is Ker & Downey. When in Africa Ker & Downey has local offices and are just a phone call away for any needs you may have. Want to do an extra tour or need a driver and guide? Just call and it can be arranged immediately. Ker & Downey is a US based tour operator that arranges itineraries in Africa, Egypt and the Middle East with over 80% of their arrangements are customized. Ker & Downey has been assisting the discerning safari traveler for more than 30 years.