FAQ

Where does Chicago Weekend Explorers Go?

Most of our trips are in Chicago or within a short drive of Chicago, and they are all showstoppers! Among the places we go are:

  • Craft beer brewery and distillery tours within minutes of downtown! Discover why Chicago is fast becoming America’s #1 destination for  local brew lovers.
  • Walking & biking tours of Lincoln Park, South Shore, and Jackson Park, Chicago’s urban oasis and future home of the Obama Presidential Library.
  • Kayaking and Q tours! Head to the great outdoors for some awesome kayaking, tasty BBQ, and relaxing natural scenery
  • Trips to Mexico that encompass a magic, charm, vivid colors and hospitality you didn’t know was possible!
  • The caves, waterfall and bluffs of Matthiessen State Park
  • Multi-day hiking and camping tours in Colorado, Arizona, and anywhere else the scenery is fantastic with awesome trails!

We also design custom trips for private groups, contact info@cwetours.com for more details!

Where do the Chicago Weekend Explorer excursions depart from?

Our excursions depart from various points around Chicago. All of our tour descriptions include the starting and end points, which in most cases are one and the same. For group tours, craft brewery and distillery tours, and hiking/camping jaunts, we can adjust our pick-up point, or even arrange pick in a private, spacious bus! Contact us for more information.

Do you have special excursions for holidays and festivals?

Chicago Weekend Explorers is big on the holidays, so the answer is yes, yes, and yes! We constantly update our trips – especially those to Mexico – to take advantage of the everchanging cultural landscape! Check out our calendar to see what’s on tap!

Are Chicago Weekend Explorers’ tours family friendly?

Most of our tours are family friendly, but as some do involve lots of biking and walking, we ask that you carefully read the physical exertion requirements for that tour. Tours that involve breweries or distilleries will have stops that likely prohibit anyone under 21 entering, so please contact us at least 3 business days beforehand to make alternate arrangements for underage tour participants.

What is the Chicago Weekend Explorers refund and cancellation policy?

If you cancel at least 7 calendar days in advance, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 2 and 6 calendar days in advance, you will be charged a 50% cancellation fee. Cancellations done within 24 hours of a tour are not eligible for any refund

Does Chicago Weekend Explorers offer group discounts?

Yes we do offer group tours! All of our group tours are carefully planned for your fun, relaxation and safety. Schools, congregations, student groups, let us design a custom outing for you! Looking for an afternoon hike, or a retreat event in Michigan’s lake district? We’ve got you covered.

We not only offer group discounts, but we also plan customized group tours – in English, Spanish or Chinese – and can arrange airport pick up and drop off, hotel reservations, and tour add ons. Contact us at info@chicagoweekendexplorers for more details.

What happens if there is rain, a zombie apocalypse, or some other emergency?

Since so many of our tours involve walking, biking or hiking, we do occasionally have to take inclement weather into account. Should a tour need to be cancelled or altered, you will be alerted in advance. We understand that many people are on tight schedules, so we try to be as flexible as possible in these matters. Thanks for your patience in advance for these rare events!

What is Chicago Weekend Explorers vaccine policy?

Our tour guides are vaccinated, as we take the safety of tour buddies – and ourselves – quite seriously.