You are responsible for your round-trip transportation from your city to the arrival location listed with each tour. To find out your options and how to make arrangements, click on...
By Bus: For tickets, contact Greyhound 1-800-231-2222
Greyhound buses are usually the cheapest way to arrive in any major city in America. However, they do take longer to reach the destination. In most locations you also cannot get reservations. (If one bus is already too full, you may take the next one to the same destination. But this would mean you would miss your scheduled arrival time. Usually if you arrive at the bus station 45 to 60 minutes in advance, you should have no problem getting on the right bus, but you do need to claim your place in line. Check with your local Greyhound station in advance if you have any doubts.
By train: For tickets, contact Amtrak 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245)
Trains in America are quite comfortable and often cheaper than flying. In addition, you get to see more of the country as you travel. But public train service is not available in all parts of the country. They also only average 55 miles per hour, so make sure you allow yourself enough traveling time. Many large metropolitan and suburban areas will have local train service to connect you to the Amtrak station in the main city. Check with your local transportation authority.
By air: Your local travel agent can find you the best deals much more quickly.
Be careful to arrive at the airport listed under each tour. In some cities there are several airports, but transportation will not be available from them all.
Before you book your tickets:
Be sure to arrive before the time designated for each tour. It is best to contact us before finalizing your ticket bookings to make sure your plans will fit the group’s schedule.
Book your tickets as early as possible, since seats fill up fast. After we receive your registration, we will ask for your travel plans, so that we can arrange to meet you, etc.
By car:
If you are driving, we'll send a map and/or detailed directions. (Click here to send for a map/directions) IFM’s policy on tours is that we cannot reimburse you for any mileage if you use your own car during the tour.
IFM Transportation:
IFM will arrange round-trip transportation from Columbia for an extra cost. We can also pick up anyone who is studying very close to our direct route between Columbia and the tour location. (Costs are listed under each tour).