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"Tour" vs. "itinerary": mapping their meanings

Reviewed and edited by Lloyd Cooper 22/10/2024, 05:25
English.me team member
Tour and itinerary. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both words relate to travel and involve the concept of visiting places.

What is different?

A "tour" typically refers to the act of traveling or going on a journey, often guided, and can be more generic. An "itinerary" is a detailed plan or schedule of the activities planned during a tour or trip.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for tour) and itinerary

Examples of usage

Tour
  • We went on a guided tour of the city.
  • The band is on a world tour.
  • She booked a tour of the historical landmarks.
Itinerary
  • The itinerary includes three cities over seven days.
  • I received the itinerary for my business trip.
  • Check the itinerary to see our next destination.

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