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The Chicago Experience Your Group Will Love.

Partner with us as your in-market receptive tour operator to give your group a taste of authentic Chicago from our team of passionate, expert locals. 
Step-on guides, single-day, and multi-day itineraries available. 

More than great Chicago food tours. A lot more.

Building an itinerary for a destination you may not be familiar with presents a ton of challenges. That’s why finding the right in-market receptive tour operator to partner with is so important.

We'll provide everything you need to sell your trip, and work with you to guarantee all the details are dialed in to your precise specifications.

Our passionate Chicago experts can be on the ground from start to finish to make sure your travelers have the most memorable, fun, and delicious Windy City experience.

Private Experiences & Group Travel

Private and group tours canceled at least 72 hours before the scheduled start will receive a full refund. No insurance is required for these tours.

"Theresa suggested where to stay and arranged a perfect 2 full days of great food and sightseeing for 84 tour members. Everyone was delighted with the program and both step on guides were very knowledgeable, delightful people."

— Chuck Rustad, Rustad Tours
Chicago group tour itineraries, done right.

Day Trips

Host your group to a full day of Chicago’s best, featuring great food, history, architecture, and themed itineraries.
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Multi-Day Itineraries

From tours and ticketed events to hotels and transportation, we’ll take care of all the details to show your group an authentic Chicago experience.
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Step-On Guides

Add real Chicago flavor to your group’s Windy City experience with our passionate and fun expert guides. Architecture, art, history, landmarks, and of course, great food.

Convention Offsites

Get out of the hotel ballroom and show your convention participants the real Chicago! Tours and itineraries for small groups to 150+ guests.

Educational Tours

Whether you’re bringing students, performers, or adult interest groups, our itineraries dive deep in the history and culture of the Windy City.

Incentive Trips

Reward your hard-working team with a fun and delicious trip to see Chicago’s iconic sights and incredible local restaurants.
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DMCs & Convention Planners

Take the stress and hassle out of planning activities for your visiting convention attendees or corporate clients, and show them Chicago in a fun, unique, and delicious way.

Work with us to put small groups on one of our top-rated food tours, or let us plan a custom event for groups of any size. We can also plan single- and multi-day itineraries, arrange transportation, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions

No deposits. No stress. Just expert trip planning.

We provide a comprehensive range of group travel solutions, including themed day trips, multi-day itineraries, step-on guide services, and custom convention offsites. Whether you are looking for an educational student tour, a high-end corporate incentive trip, or a multi-cultural culinary adventure, our local experts handle every detail from start to finish.

For private group travel, we can work with you on planning a custom event for groups of any size.

Yes! We provide passionate, expert step-on guides who specialize in Chicago architecture, art, history, and landmarks. Our guides join your motorcoach to provide professional, engaging narration that turns a simple drive into an immersive city experience.

Absolutely. We pride ourselves on flexibility and can tailor-make a tour that checks all your boxes. We can modify existing routes or build a bespoke itinerary that includes specific neighborhoods, team meals, or specialized cultural stops like the Irish American Heritage Center or the Polish Museum of America.

Our Day Trips are usually themed itineraries featuring great food and history. Our Multi-Day Itineraries include comprehensive planning for hotels, transportation, and ticketed events across Chicago and the greater Midwest.

We keep the planning process simple and no-fuss. We do not require an initial deposit or a signed contract to hold your date. We only ask for a tentative headcount to secure reservations with our local partners.

We require your final guest count, a list of dietary restrictions, and full payment 5-7 days prior to your tour date. Once the final tally is provided, we will send an invoice that can be paid via credit card or check.

We offer one of the most generous cancellation policies in the industry. For private and group tours, you can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time. No insurance is required.

We design our group itineraries to be inclusive and comfortable for all ages. While our walking tours cover about 1.5 miles, our bus-based day trips require minimal walking and move at a relaxed pace with plenty of stops for lunch and shopping. We also offer bus-only sightseeing options where the tastings are brought directly onto the bus.

Getting started is easy! You can fill out our online tour request form, email our events team at events@chicagofoodtours.com, or call us directly at 312-932-0800 to speak with a local expert.

Great Chicago itineraries sell great Chicago trips.

You’ve built your reputation on delivering world-class group travel experiences. Your travelers come back again and again because they know your trips are always excellent, down to the smallest detail.

I know how hard it is to trust someone else to craft an itinerary for your loyal groups. A great itinerary is vital to selling your trips, and a meticulous receptive tour operator is key to giving your group the best trip of their lives.

You need a partner you can rely on to meet your high standards every time. I look forward to working together to create an unforgettable Chicago experience for your group.

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Theresa Nemetz
Owner, Chicago Food & City Tours

You’ll enjoy this trip as much as your group will.

Make planning & selling your Chicago trip easier.

We don't ask for a deposit or signed contract. Simply fill out the form with as many details as possible. Please provide your tentative head count so we can confirm reservations with our partners.

We'll contact you to confirm your booking. Five days prior to your tour date, we'll need a final headcount, list of any allergies or dietary restrictions, and payment via credit card or check.

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