Frequently Asked Questions

Watkins Shared Adventures organizes group trips in partnership with Diamond Tours, a professional motorcoach tour operator. Diamond Tours handles transportation, hotels, and attractions, while WSA coordinates the group and travels along with you.

You can book by clicking the Book Now button on any trip detail page. If you need help, you can also contact us by phone, text, email, or through the Contact Us page. A $75 per person deposit secures your reservation once booking information is submitted to Diamond Tours.

Yes. Single rooms are available for all trips, and many travelers join us on their own. Solo travelers are warmly welcomed.

Roommate matching is not available. To receive double-occupancy pricing, trips must be booked as a pair. If one traveler cancels, the remaining traveler is responsible for the single-occupancy rate, finding a replacement traveler, or canceling as well.

Some trips include casino or winery stops, so all travelers must be 21 years of age or older.

Most trips operate with approximately 40 to 50 travelers.

Contact us anytime and we will be happy to share available details, confirm seat availability, and help you decide if a trip is a good fit.

Final payment is typically due about 60 days prior to departure.

Personal checks are preferred and should be payable to Diamond Tours. Payments may be mailed to Watkins Shared Adventures, 215 N 4th Street, Cannelton, IN 47520. Electronic payments may also be arranged on request. The purchaser is responsible for any processing or service fees, and payment processing fees are non-refundable.

Diamond Tours trips follow Diamond Tours' cancellation policy. If cancellation is submitted at least two weeks before departure, a full refund is typically issued and processed within 7 to 10 business days. Day trips are different: full payment is due at sign up and day trips are non-refundable.

Yes. Diamond Tours offers travel insurance through Travel Confident. Insurance can be purchased directly from their website using the tour ID listed in the trip details.

Final itineraries are usually available about 30 days before departure. At that time you will receive itinerary details, luggage tags, and any meal selection requests.

The primary pickup location is the Tell City Walmart, 730 U.S. Hwy 66, Tell City, IN 47586. Additional pickup locations are limited and not guaranteed. Any alternate pickup must be along the trip route. Contact us to discuss possible options.

Yes. Christopher and/or Jesse travel with the group to help coordinate the trip and assist travelers along the way.

Depending on the length of the trip, travelers may bring one or two pieces of luggage stored beneath the motorcoach. A small amount of overhead storage is available for personal items such as purses or small backpacks.

For trips with an en route overnight stop, travelers may designate one suitcase as an en route bag for that stop while the remaining luggage stays secured on the motorcoach.

Breakfast is provided by the hotel each morning during your stay. Some evening meals are also included depending on the trip itinerary.

Some trips are better suited than others for travelers with mobility concerns. Mobility devices can often be accommodated, but staff cannot provide significant physical assistance due to liability limits. We are always happy to discuss mobility expectations so you can determine if a trip is a good fit.

Diamond Tours uses modern touring motorcoaches equipped with restrooms and comfortable seating for long-distance travel.

Trips that cross international borders require a valid passport or passport card. Travelers are responsible for ensuring they have proper travel documentation.