Superior Value with a Personal Touch
Our Company Started in the Netherlands
In 1939, a Dutch high school teacher and sports coach by the name of Roelof Postmaa took his senior class on a trip to France. The students had a wonderful time and more trips followed. Subsequently, the parents of his students asked Mr. Postmaa to organize a trip for them. These early beginnings seeded the tour operating business now known as Image Tours.
Image Tours in the U.S.A.
In 1960, Mr. Pestmaa's son, Roelo (Rudy) Postmaa Jr., opened an office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to offer affordable European tours to Americans. In 2002, Rudy passed along the management of Image Tours to his daughter and son-in-law, Monique and Mike Kasmauskis. In 2023, ownership and leadership was transferred to Patrick and Beth Mcintyre, preserving the Image Tours tradition of being a family owned and operated business.
Superior Value with a Personal Touch
From the very beginning, the goal of Image Tours has been to provide "Superior Value with a Personal Touch." We have always remained loyal to this objective and continue to make every effort to provide a comfortable and gratifying travel experience at an affordable price. Our meticulous selection of hotels and service providers translates into the highest quality at the lowest price. In addition, we guarantee the Tour price at time of deposit and the Tour & Air inclusive price at time of final payment. See the Price Guarantee.
Heart of Europe® Experts
Image Tours specializes in fully escorted tours of Europe. In addition to our signature HEART OF EUROPE® Tour, we offer a variety of other European itineraries. For a complete list continue viewing our website.
Vacation of a Lifetime
While traveling with Image Tours you will stay in many family owned hotels; visit popular landmarks as well as unique sites; and engage in culturally significant experiences. Image Tours helps you immerse in the local ambiance while also being mindful of your comfort, with care given to details such as thoughtfully planned menus and requesting water be placed on tables at meals (which is not customary in Europe). Additionally, Tour Managers, hotels and other service providers are specially trained to facilitate smooth and comfortable check-ins and departures at the hotels. These are just a few examples of the behind-the-scenes details that create the "vacation of a lifetime."
Europe through the Eyes of a European
All our tour managers are native Europeans and are committed to showing you "their" Europe, from the time they greet you upon your arrival until the time you check in for your return flight. In addition to several European languages, all our tour managers speak English fluently.
What People Say About Image Tours
For a sampling of past reviews, refer to What People Say About Image Tours on pages 56 to 61. We pay close attention to our traveler's comments. These insights are an invaluable tool used to continue polishing our tours to perfection. Similar to the quality of a diamond being measured by the four C's of Carat, Clarity, Color and Cut, we measure the quality of our tours by the four P's of Planning, Preparation, Performance and Personal Touch.
Well-Balanced Itineraries
We strive for a pleasant balance between organized sightseeing, free time for relaxation, and the pursuit of individual interests. The average time you will spend on the motor coach between stops is usually two hours or less.
Pre-Tour Information
Image Tours is known for providing travelers with comprehensive pre-tour information, such as Frequently Asked Questions (see page 63). After receiving your Traveler Information, accepted Terms & Conditions and deposit, Image Tours provides a Confirmation statement and our unique Touroclopedia® trip preparation tips. Trip Documents will be available during the month prior to the tour departure date, including final details to guide you through a smooth and enjoyable travel experience. At Image Tours, we believe an informed and prepared traveler is a happy traveler.