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With coastlines, forests, deserts and mountains, the United States is an explorer's paradise.

Magical moments are waiting around every corner in The States. From the rugged wilderness and glacial fjords in Alaska to the winding coastal highways in California , the wide array of national parks to the musical streets of New Orleans , this country is simply sprawling. So whether you're hiking, biking, toe-tapping or road-tripping, you can't go wrong exploring the USA the Intrepid way.

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Best time to visit united states.

Being such a large country, the weather in the US is different depending on which area you are in. Summer (June to August) is the peak travel season due to school holidays, but it can be uncomfortably hot in the desert areas and the south.

The shoulder seasons of spring and autumn are generally considered to be the best times to visit, but the weather is still highly variable and these may be the wettest times in some parts of the country (such as the Pacific Northwest ). Winter can be cold in the northern states, but quiet in other areas, which can make it a pleasant time to visit.

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Culture and customs

With immigration playing a major part in the development of America, today the country is made up of many different cultures. It’s no wonder modern America is rich with a variety of cultural traditions, cuisines, religions and festivals. Because of this, a large diversity of holidays are celebrated in America. Annual holidays like  Independence Day  and Thanksgiving are usually celebrated by all regardless of religion or political persuasion, and give people a chance to reconnect with family and friends around the dinner table or grill.

From sports to soul music, popular culture to philosophy, and fine art to folk art, the tastes and desires of Americans vary around the country. A love of sport unifies the nation - it doesn’t matter if you live in a city loft or out in the country, sports like ice hockey, basketball, baseball and football all attract a strong following.

Many Native Americans live on reservations and fight to retain their traditions and preserve their heritage, although when visiting reservations don’t be surprised to see Native Americans wearing modern clothing. With much of the language and many of the customs lost over the years, Native Americans strive to live a life of deep spirituality and in connection with the earth, as their ancestors did for centuries.

Check out our range of  experiences in the United States that amplify BIPOC cultures .

Eating and drinking

Intrepid believes that one of the best ways to experience a country is by eating! Whether you're sampling street food, savouring cheap eats or indulging in a banquet, there are endless options to choose from wherever you are in the world. 

With a variety of international influences, try Creole cuisine in New Orleans, traditional Jewish fare like bagels and pastrami sandwiches in New York, and barbecue in Texas. America’s got everything, from burger joints to taco shacks, organic cafes to refined Michelin-starred restaurants.

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Geography and environment

From the lush everglades of Florida, through the red-hot deserts of Nevada and on to the urban jungles of New York and Philadelphia, the United States has many different environments and ecosystems within its boundaries. Sharing borders with Canada in the north and Mexico in the south, the United States has deserts, glaciers, freshwater lakes, rapid-filled rivers, mountain ranges, sprawling plains, forested national parks , beaches and bays.

The major national parks of America – Yellowstone, Zion, Yosemite, Bryce Canyon, Denali and Joshua Tree offer a glimpse into what much of America looked like before development. Lush vegetation, majestic mountains and sparkling lakes give deer, moose, bears, bison and many other species of wildlife a fertile home to live in. 

When traveling, you’re likely to see modern cities filled with traffic, skyscrapers and high-density housing, as well as sleepy towns, trailer parks and Native American reservations. A complex network of highways connect the major cities, making overland travel a popular choice with visitors and locals alike. The great American road trip is still alive and well.

History and government

As one of the world’s most influential nations, major moments and events in American history ripple throughout the rest of the world. The American people are known for their resilience and irrepressible nature, and it is this spirit that allows them to continue to contribute to the world economically, scientifically and creatively.

In recent history, America has enjoyed the historic highs of the moon landings and the devastating lows of Hurricane Katrina. The world has seen American companies like Apple, Facebook, Microsoft and Starbucks change the face of the world. And people like Steven Spielberg, Lance Armstrong, Maya Angelou and Sidney Poitier create masterpieces, break records and win countless awards.

Top 10 must-see cities in the US

1. new york.

You can be anyone you want to be in NYC. Indulge your artistic side at MoMA, mingle with the Gordon Geckos on Wall Street, cheer like a pro at a Yankees game or kick back at a bar with a Manhattan and a new pair of Jimmy Choos.

2. San Francisco

San Francisco is made of sunshine, seafood and a whole lot of hills. This is the place to embrace your inner (or outer) bohemian. But it's not all 'flowers in your hair' and free thinking, be sure to take a ferry to Alcatraz and scoff down a clam chowder at Fisherman's Wharf.

3. New Orleans

The Caribbean meets France and Africa in New Orleans. Music is everywhere, and so are the friendly faces. The city comes to life after dark so have an afternoon nap, get some comfortable shoes on and get ready to bar hop the night away.

4. Las Vegas

Hello Lady Luck! Days somehow disappear in the hedonistic blitz of color, light, showgirls, casinos and offers too good to refuse. Try to escape the endless buffets to catch a real Las Vegas show; there's everything from death-defying acrobats to Elvis on offer.

The financial and political powerhouse of Chicago has been the home of two of the most influential people in the world - President Obama and Oprah. Famed for its distinctive architecture, booming performing arts scene and sports-mad locals, the 'Windy City' shouldn't be missed.

The air is warmer, the clothes smaller and the colors are somehow brighter in Miami. Jewish, Latin and Caribbean cultures blend to make a heady mix of great food, even better music and a nightlife filled with the spirit of fiesta. Hang out on perfect beaches, spot classic cars and gaze at the beautiful people as they strut their stuff.

7. Los Angeles

Search beyond the stardust of Hollywood and the excessive price tags of Rodeo Drive, to find the true essence of Los Angeles. Home to a melting pot of cultures, uber-cool restaurants, a hip art scene and the eclectic vibe of Venice Beach, LA is so hot right now!

The birthplace of grunge music and iconic super-companies like Microsoft, Boeing and Starbucks, Seattle offers so much more than great coffee. Markets packed with fresh produce, a harbor perfect for boating, vibrant public art and a thriving live music scene combine to make Seattle a must-see city.

History comes alive in the heritage-filled streets of Memphis. Whether it's at Elvis Presley's Graceland, the lively blues clubs and restaurants of Beale Street or the moving Civil Rights Movement Museum, it could be said that the soul of America lives in Memphis.

One of America's oldest cities, Boston is evolving. Working class neighborhoods are being gentrified, the industry is giving way to tech start-ups and modern architectural treasures sit alongside brown-stone buildings. Despite the change, get chatting to locals about the Red Sox and you'll soon find you're definitely in Boston.

It’s no wonder many people choose to do their clothes shopping in the United States. With iconic department stores offering a wide range of labels, and vintage/charity stores stocking American fashion classics like distressed denim jeans and leather cowboy boots, shopping in America is fun. Known for having great sales and even better customer service, it’s well worth leaving room in your backpack for a few extras. Please note that unlike in many other countries, tax isn’t included in the ticketed price.

It's a good idea to check with your local customs officials to ensure that you are able to bring certain items back into your home country. Australia and New Zealand generally have strict quarantine laws.

Festivals and events

Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, marks the end of the Carnival season in New Orleans. Witness a chaotic collision of lively music, colorful costumes, masquerade masks, soul food and joyful 'krewes' at the parades, parties and masquerade balls in late February every year.

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is an annual festival celebrated on 5 May to mark the day when an army of 4,000 Mexican soldiers defeated the French Empire in the Battle of Puebla in  Mexico .

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Similar destinations

We have a variety of similar destinations, trips, and routes that you could consider! Tie another trip into your holiday, or, see how we can help you get from A to B. We have tours departing from all major cities in the United States. The options below may be of interest:

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Top USA travel highlights

1. venture to the wilds of alaska.

Alaska  may be part of the USA, but it feels like another world. With stunning mountain ranges, eclectic wildlife, immense glaciers and an interesting history, this off-track destination is well worth the journey north. Whether you want to go hiking in  Denali , snowshoe across Matanuska Glacier, kayak in  Kenai Fjords  or see the northern lights, adventure awaits.

Explore the Last Frontier on our  10 day Best of Alaska tour.

2. See San Francisco through local eyes

With vibrant, multi-cultural neighbourhoods and iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is a city you could spend weeks exploring. But to really get a feel for the place, you need to explore with a local. Sample the freshest seafood in Fisherman's Wharf, discover the North Beach and Little Italy districts, and dine at some of the locals' favourite spots for dinner.

Roam around Northern California and beyond on our  9 day San Francisco to Seattle trip.

3. Explore phenomenal national parks

From larger-than-life Yosemite to the great gaping chasms of the Grand Canyon , national parks in the States are big, bold and beautiful. Escape the hustle of everyday life and uncover the natural beauty, diverse wildlife and Native American history in the likes of Bryce Canyon, Zion and Yellowstone. Whether you want to hike or cycle, stay in comfy lodges or camp in the wilderness , US national parks offer something for all kinds of adventurers.

4. Track wolves in Yellowstone National Park

The world’s first national park positively brims with more hot springs, mud pots and geysers than you can possibly see in one trip. But one of the most memorable things you can do is rise before dawn to join a  wolf-tracking excursion  with a local guide. As well as learning about one of nature's most intriguing animals, if you're lucky, you may see multiple wolves playing together, eating, or looking after young cubs.

Try your hand at wolf tracking on our  6 day Yellowstone and Grand Teton Adventure  or our  Yellowstone and Grand Teton Family Holiday .

5. Visit the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis

Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins… what legend hasn’t recorded here? Sun Studio in Memphis is one of the pinnacles for music lovers traveling in the States. It’s where rock and roll was born, and where soul music hit the big time via Stax Records. After checking out the studio, head to Beale Street to grab a drink and have a boogie in traditional blues clubs.

Scoot your boots on our  6 day Tennessee Music Trail to New Orleans tour.

6. Take a Navajo jeep tour of Monument Valley

Learn about the cultural heritage and sacredness of Monument Valley from those who know it best. After a jeep adventure with a local Navajo guide, join the locals for an authentic Navajo dinner around a campfire and listen to traditional songs and stories passed down through the generations.

Discover the American West's most iconic landscapes on our  5 day Western USA National Parks Loop tour.

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United states travel faqs, do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travelers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

Do I need a visa to travel to United States?

It depends on where you’re from. Many countries now operate under the United States Visa Waiver Program, meaning a visa isn’t required for stays of up to 90 days for travel purposes. There are 40 participating countries, including the United Kingdom , Australia , New Zealand, Germany and Spain.

If you're eligible for the Visa Waiver Program, you must obtain a letter of authorization before you travel to the States. This can be obtained by submitting an application through the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation ( ESTA ).

If you’re a national from a non-participating country of the Visa Waiver Program, you must apply for a non-immigrant visa. Please see the Department of State website for more information.

If you have traveled to Iran, Iraq, Libya, Syria, Sudan, Somalia, Yemen or the Democratic People's Republic of Korea on or after 1 March 2011, you are ineligible and must apply for a non-immigrant visa instead.

People from a participating country who are also citizens of Cuba, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Iran, Iraq, Syria or Sudan must also apply for a non-immigrant visa.

Last updated: 6 March 2024 

Is tipping customary in the US?

Tipping is very much a part of the culture in the United States. Tips are expected at restaurants, cafes and diners, as well as by taxi drivers, valet attendants, porters and hotel maids.

People working in the service industry generally receive low wages and therefore rely upon tips as a major source of income.

In general, leave 15 to 20% of the bill at places serving food and a few dollars to bartenders and hotel staff who provide a personal service like carrying bags or cleaning your room.

What is the internet access like in the US?

Internet access is excellent in the US, and internet cafes and Wi-Fi hot spots are easily found in most cities and major towns.

Can I use my cell phone while in the US?

Cell phone coverage is excellent in most parts of the US although coverage may be patchy in remote, mountainous areas like national parks and canyons. Ensure global roaming is activated before you arrive.

What are the toilets like in the US?

Western-style flushable toilets are the norm in the US.

What will it cost for a…?

Prices can vary between states, but on average, here's what you can expect to pay for a:

• Cup of coffee = USD $2-5.00 for a regular cup, up to $8.00 for a specialty coffee
• Hotdog from street cart = USD $4.00
• Dinner at a mid-range restaurant = USD $20-40 per person
• NYC one-way subway ticket = USD $3.00

Can I drink the water in the US?

Drinking water from taps in the US is considered safe unless otherwise marked. For environmental reasons, try to use a refillable water bottle rather than buying bottled water.

Are credit cards accepted widely in the US?

Major credit cards are widely accepted by stores in the US. Smaller cafes and shops may not accept credit cards, so ensure you carry enough cash to cover small purchases.

What is ATM access like in the US?

ATMs are common in the US, so finding one won't be a problem in most towns and cities.

What kind of transport will I use in the United States?

Intrepid believes half the fun of experiencing a new country is getting there, and getting around once there! Where possible, Intrepid uses local transport options and traditional modes of transport - which usually carry less of an environmental impact, support small local operators and are heaps more fun. 

Depending on which trip you're on while in the US, you may find yourself traveling by:

Be amazed by enormous glaciers and stunning, icy landscapes while traveling on a ferry in Alaska.

Use pedal power to see the best of Venice Beach and Santa Monica. Cycling is a great way to see the sights and be active at the same time.

Take in the sights while enjoying a ride on one of San Francisco’s icons – the streetcar.

What sort of accommodation will I stay in while traveling in the United States?

Traveling with Intrepid is a little bit different. We endeavor to provide travelers with an authentic experience to remember, so we try to keep accommodation as unique and traditional as possible. 

When traveling with us in the US you may find yourself staying in a:

Spend a night sleeping in a hogan – a traditional Navajo structure made of logs, mud and stone and built with an open roof to view the sparkling night sky.

Reconnect with nature and enjoy staying in quaint log cabins throughout the country's beautiful national parks. Fall asleep to the rustling of trees and wake up to the sounds of birds.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before traveling?

Absolutely. All passengers traveling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

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Does my trip to the United States support The Intrepid Foundation?

Yes, all Intrepid trips support the Intrepid Foundation. In fact, we make a donation on behalf of every traveler. Trips to the United States directly support our foundation partners, Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance (CHEA) and the Grand Canyon Conservancy.

Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance (CHEA)

Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance (CHEA) create inclusive, equitable opportunities for small Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) tourism businesses in the USA. Donations help CHEA provide access to industry-specific technical assistance, capacity building, and industry networks for small BIPOC travel and tourism businesses through their Diversity Tourism Academy (DTA). Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

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The Grand Canyon Conservancy

The Grand Canyon Conservancy is on a mission to protect the Grand Canyon National Park for future generations. With almost 6 million visitors to the park annually, the Grand Canyon Conservancy runs educational programs and immersive experiences that teach people about the park's cultural and environmental significance. Donations support trail restoration and maintenance, conservation and preservation of native vegetation and wildlife, and educational programs. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

What public holidays are celebrated in the US?

• 1 Jan: New Year's Day
• 16 Jan: Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
• Last Monday in May: Memorial Day
• 4 Jul: Independence Day
• First Monday in Sep: Labor Day
• 2nd Monday in Oct: Indigenous Peoples' Day
• 11 Nov: Veterans Day
• Fourth Thursday in Nov: Thanksgiving Day
• 25 Dec Christmas Day

Please note: United States public holidays may vary.

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London and Paris by Train

6 nights from $729*

Singapore and Bali by Air

7 nights from $409*

Medellin and Cartagena by Air

6 nights from $239*

• Hotel for 3 nights in London
• Eurostar Train from London to Paris
• Hotel for 3 nights in Paris
• The Eurostar does not have guaranteed availability at Christmas, we suggest selecting air between Paris and London during this time
• Hotel for 4 nights in Singapore City
• Flight from Singapore City City to Bali
• Hotel for 3 nights in Bali
• Hotel for 3 nights in Medellin
• Flight from Medellin to Cartagena
• Hotel for 3 nights in Cartagena

Europe, Middle East & Africa Vacations

Rome - florence - venice by train.

Our #1 Bestseller and the perfect introduction to Italy! . Visit these fascinating cities starting in: Rome (the Eternal City, with its stunning architecture like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum and delicious food) after that, travel north to Florence (capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, is home to many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture) and finally, to Venice (set on gorgeous canals, intimate Gondola rides will guide you past sumptuous palaces and under sculpted bridges). Travel between these cities by very convenient train rides which allow you an opportunity to observe the lovely country side. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Rome
• Train from Rome to Florence
• Hotel for 2 nights in Florence
• Train from Florence to Venice
• Hotel for 2 nights in Venice

Paris and Prague by Air

Combine two of the most exciting countries in Europe: France and The Czech Republic with this vacation. Visit Paris (the romantic City of Lights; an enduring city, home to rich history - museums, architecture, shopping, fine food and wine) and Prague (known for its Old Town Square, with colorful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and its Medieval Astronomical Clock). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Flight from Paris to Prague
• Hotel for 3 nights in Prague

Prague - Vienna - Budapest by Train

Our most popular combo for Czech Republic , Austria and Hungary !. Visit Prague (`The City of a Hundred Spires` with 1,000 years of art and architecture), Vienna (City of music, cafes, waltzes, parks, pastries, and wine with stately streets and Baroque palaces) and Budapest (two cities in one: Buda built upon hills, Castle Hill and Gellert Hill and Pest, as flat as a pancake, the perfect contrast between the right and left banks, a vibrant city). Transportation between cities by train. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotels and activities.

• Train from Prague to Vienna
• Hotel for 3 nights in Vienna
• Train from Vienna to Budapest
• Hotel for 3 nights in Budapest

Asia & South Pacific Vacations

Oahu and kauai by air.

Fantastic Hawaiian Duo for and unforgettable holiday!. Visit: The Gathering Place; Oahu (the third largest island and most visited of the Hawaiian chain. The Island is primarily defined by the state capital of Honolulu, Pearl Harbor, and the world-famous Waikiki Beach . This vibrant island offers the best of both worlds-tropical verdure and a lively night scene). Continue, flying to The Garden Island; Kauai (an island known for its natural beauty and its dramatic, beautiful sites; such as: The Waimea Canyon and The Coconut Coast . Gorgeous mountains, waterfalls, white sand beaches, sugarcane fields, and beachside cliffs you will find along the island). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Oahu
• Flight from Oahu to Kauai
• Hotel for 3 nights in Kauai
• Hotel Hawaii taxes

Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka by Train

Japan at its best!. Start your trip in Tokyo , the world`s most populous metropolis and recently awarded as the city with best Helpfulness of locals`, `Nightlife`, `Shopping` and Best Local Transportation. Then take the train to Kyoto , known as the City of the Ten Thousand Shrines for a reason! Since it holds about a quarter of Japan`s National Treasures and popular festivals. Last but not least go to Osaka , famous for its delicious traditional food along with its Castle and renowned Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, definitely a trip not to be missed!. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
• Train from Tokyo to Kyoto
• Hotel for 3 nights in Kyoto
• Train from Kyoto to Osaka
• Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka

Bangkok and Phuket by Air

Explore Thailand's Beauty! Discover Bangkok , the capital of Thailand with its bustling mix of old and new; blending traditional culture and religion with all the luxury conveniences of a modern city. Continue this sensory experience with a flight to the idyllic Phuket , The Pearl of the South, a rain forested, mountainous island in the Andaman Sea, with some of Thailand's most popular beaches, mainly situated along the clear waters of the western shore.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Bangkok
• Flight from Bangkok to Phuket
• Hotel for 3 nights in Phuket

The Americas Vacations

Lima - sacred valley - machu picchu - cuzco.

Our Peru #1 Best-Seller! . Visit Lima for a chance to taste its colonial and cosmopolitan sites and its unique and world renowned peruvian cuisine. Next, fly to Cuzco airport and immediately continue to the Sacred Valley , a magical land where Indian Markets and Incan Constructions mix with Corn Fields, the Andes Mountains, Picturesque Towns, Salt Mines and a Legendary river. Proceed to Machu Picchu , the new Wonder of the World. Finally, visit Cuzco City to discover more Incan and Colonial sites and enjoy lots of shopping and endless nightlife. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 2 nights in Lima
• Flight from Lima to Cuzco
• Transfer from Airport in Cuzco City to Hotel in Sacred Valley
• Hotel for 2 nights in Sacred Valley
• Full day Machu Picchu tour including round-trip train ride, all transfers, guided tour and lunch.
• Hotel for 1 night in Machu Picchu
• Hotel for 2 nights in Cuzco
• Transfer from Hotel in Cuzco to Airport

Mexico City and Cancun by Air

A favorite vacation package that allows you to experience the best of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Combine: Mexico City (high-altitude capital of Mexico, known for its historic sites such as Templo Mayor and more) and Cancun (best-known for its white sand beaches, near-perfect weather, and bright blue waters, is the Acapulco of Mexico's Gulf Coast). A flight connects these destinations. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 2 nights in Mexico City
• Flight from Mexico City to Cancun
• Hotel for 3 nights in Cancun

Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio (Self Drive)

Our #1 Self Drive Itinerary in Costa Rica! . A fun route to experience Costa Rica. From San Jose Airport drive along the country visiting: Arenal Volcano (youngest and one of the most active stratovolcano in Costa Rica , near Lake Arena. Is a place that begs to be explored; rivers wind through bountiful rainforests, waterfalls crash amidst inspiring canyons, and hot springs gurgle up beneath the base of an impressive volcano) and after that, to Manuel Antonio (home to a namesake national Park in Quepos; Manuel Antonio is a magical combination of rainforest, beaches, hills, and coral reefs, making it one of the most biodiverse areas in the world and one of the most visited in Costa Rica). Drive back to San Jose Airport to catch your flight back home. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Rental Car for for 7 days. Pick up and Drop off: San Jose City Airport
• Hotel for 3 nights in Arenal Volcano
• Hotel for 3 nights in Manuel Antonio-Quepos

Driving Time San Jose City Airport - Arenal Volcano: 2 hrs. 37 mins. approx. Arenal Volcano - Manuel Antonio-Quepos: 4 hrs. 50 mins. approx. Manuel Antonio-Quepos - San Jose City Airport: 2 hrs. 36 mins. approx.

OTHER NOTEWORTHY VACATIONS

Reunion island - mahe island - praslin island by air.

6 nights from $1,889*

An Exotic African Holiday in Reunion and Seychelles Islands! . First enjoy Reunion Island (lying off the east coast of Africa; its famous for have one of the most active volcanoes in the world , hiking routes, beautiful villages and for its highest-quality vanilla plantations). After that, travel to the amazing Seychelles ; where the most famous island in the country; Mahe Island (capital city with beautiful beaches, local markets, big hotels and luxury resorts) and Praslin Island (Seychelles' second-biggest island; famed for having some of the world's most beautiful beaches, like Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette ; abundant wildlife, majestic palm trees, and wild nature trails) await you for unforgettable and relaxing days under the sun!. These destinations are connected by flights. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 2 nights in Reunion Island
• Flight from Reunion Island to Mahe Island
• Hotel for 2 nights in Mahe Island
• Flight from Mahe Island to Praslin Island
• Hotel for 2 nights in Praslin Island

Emilia Romagna (Bologna - Rimini - Ravenna - Ferrara) and Venice by Train

12 nights from $829*

Combine Bologna (a thriving university town and architectural gem), Rimini  (Adriatic coast, in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region), Ravenna (former capital of the Western Roman Empire, the Visigoth Empire, and the Byzantine Empire, but best known today for the Byzantine mosaic decoration of its churches and tombs), Ferrara (known for the buildings erected by its Renaissance rulers, the Este family) and Venice (built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. It has no roads, just canals, lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces) with train between cities.  This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Bologna
• Train from Bologna to Rimini
• Hotel for 2 nights in Rimini
• Train from Rimini to Ravenna
• Hotel for 2 nights in Ravenna
• Train from Ravenna to Ferrara
• Hotel for 2 nights in Ferrara
• Train from Ferrara to Venice
• Hotel for 3 nights in Venice

Zurich and Grindelwald (Self Drive)

7 nights from $1,339*

Flawless cities in Switzerland with a Rental Car! . Combine Zurich (a global center for banking and finance, lies at the north end of Lake Zurich in northern Switzerland) and after that, drive to Grindelwald (a village in Switzerland’s Bernese Alps, is a popular gateway for the Jungfrau Region , with skiing in winter and hiking in summer). Drive back to Zurich for one last night stay, before returning home. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 1 night in Zurich
• Rental Car for 6 days
• Hotel for 5 nights in Grindelwald

Driving Time Zurich - Grindelwald: 2 hrs. 15 mins. approx. Interlaken - Grindelwald: 2 hrs. 15 mins. approx.

Anchorage and Fairbanks

6 nights from $1,069*

With beautiful landscapes, Alaska is a marvelous escape. Visit Anchorage (Alaska’s largest city, known for its cultural sites, including the Alaska Native Heritage Center). Then, catch a flight to Fairbanks (home rule city and the borough seat of the Fairbanks North Star Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in the city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Anchorage
• Hotel for 3 nights in Fairbanks

Iguazu Falls (Argentina) - Buenos Aires - Bariloche - Cordoba - El Calafate by Air

11 nights from $1,469*

Falls, Tango and Glaciers in Argentina! . Combine  Iguazu Falls (and its breathtaking natural spectacle and waterfalls, declared a Natural World Heritage Site and after that, Buenos Aires (to stroll in the streets of the Paris of South America and experience one of their Tango Shows); and then, Bariloche (a magical city that serves as the central hub for Argentina`s breathtaking lake region with tall peaks and crystal clear waters , dazzles with its extraordinary landscapes, where majestic lakes are followed by impressive mountains). Next, travel to Cordoba second-largest city in Argentina, known as fun-loving folks with a fondness for cuarteto music , rally car racing, and the drink of Fernet and Coke; and continue in El Calafate with its glaciers, lakes and access to outstanding outdoor activities . Finish this trip with a night in Buenos Aires before heading back home. These destinations are connected by intercity flights. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 2 nights in Iguazu Falls (Argentina)
• Hotel for 2 nights in Buenos Aires
• Hotel for 2 nights in Bariloche
• Hotel for 2 nights in El Cordoba
• Hotel for 2 nights in El Calafate
• Hotel for 1 night in Buenos Aires

Lamanai - Hopkins Beach

6 nights from $1,399*

Adventure in the Nature of Belize! . From Belize City Airport travel to Lamanai Outpost Lodge (adjacent to one of Belize`s most popular Mayan Ruins of Lamanai Archaeological Reserve . It is known as the “high temple” high above the jungle canopy and provides a mesmerizing view over the river. It features pyramids or temples, open plazas, various restored stelae, and a ball court ). After that, experience Belize`s Afro-Caribbean culture-"Garifuna"- in Hopkins (a village on the coast of the Stann Creek District; boasting a rustic local beach vibe with many restaurants, small bars, gift shops. Due its proximity to the cayes, the area offer incredible diving and snorkeling opportunities ). Lastly, return to Belize City to catch your flight back home. These destinations are connected by combined transfers. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Transfer from Airport in Belize followed by a boat ride to Lamanai
• Hotel for 3 nights at Lamanai Outpost Lodge in Orange Walk Including: Full service staff, main meals, soft drinks, transfers and some activities
• Transfer from Hotel in Lamanai followed by a Boat Ride to Airport in Belize City
• Flight form Airport in Belize City to Hopkins
• Hotel for 3 nights in Hopkins
• Transfer from Hotel in Hopkins to Airport in Belize City
• Attention Christmas / New Year Travelers: Select minimum 4 nights stay in Hopkins. Most hotels have minimum stay during holiday season.

Top-sellers vacation packages' reviews

In the spotlight, historic rome - florence - venice.

Millennial Heritage of the Italian capital and its most famous cities in the world! . Rome (the Eternal City, with its stunning architecture like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum and delicious food), Florence (an artists haven with a surprisingly political past), and Venice (the romantic city set on cancals) all contribute to the fascinating and diverse Italian History. Learn more about how each city has influenced Italian culture, politics, art, and more during your stay. We hope it is enough to spark your interest to return to each and discover them in depth!. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 4 nights in Rome
• Hotel for 4 nights in Florence
• Hotel for 3 nights in Venice Sample of Included Tours:
• Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour in Rome
• Roman Catacombs Tour
• Complete Vatican Experience
• Medici History Tour in Florence
• Life of Da Vinci Art Tour in Florence
• Visit to Palazzo Vecchio in Florence
• Byzantine History Tour in Venice
• Jewish Neighborhood Tour in Venice Your price will only include confirmed available tours; if an included tour becomes unavailable there may be alternate options available at an additional cost.

The Best of Literary London - Edinburgh - Dublin

The best of the best when it comes to Literature, you can find it in England, Scotland and Ireland! . Explore London`s (the English world center of theatre, art, music, literature and more) where you will take a Guided Walking Tour about Shakespeare, after that, fly to Edinburgh (a cozy capital city with a fairytale setting, castles and gorgeous countryside) and Dublin (brimming with tradition; friendly people, castles and trendy coffee shops) full with Literary Tours and wisdom in both cities!. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Flight from London to Edinburgh
• Hotel for 3 nights in Edinburgh
• Flight from Edinburgh to Dublin
• Hotel for 3 nights in Dublin Sample of Included Tours:
• London Literary Tour
• Shakespeare in London Walking Tour
• Guided Literary Walking Tour around Edinburgh
• Literary Experience in Dublin Your price will only include confirmed available tours; if an included tour becomes unavailable there may be alternate options available at an additional cost.

Historic Cairo and Istanbul

Egypt and Turkey Relics! . Discover Cairo (famous for its own history , preserved in the fabulous medieval Islamic city with Coptic sites in Old Cairo and the Cairo Museum) on a Guided Tour ; visit the popular Giza Complex, the Egyptian Museum and the Sacred Burial Sites of Dahshur and Sakkara , plus an Al Tannoura Show (traditional music, singing and dancing). In Istanbul (world-famous for its rich history and culture, stunning scenery, magnificent structures across the sprawling Bosphorus Strait) with Guided Tours , learning about its Byzantine and Ottoman Period and visiting major sites and most beautiful mosques , which includes some world-renowned sacred sites. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 4 nights in Cairo
• Flight from Cairo to Istanbul
• Hotel for 4 nights in Istanbul Sample of Included Tours:
• Visit to Giza and Egyptian Museum
• Day Trip to Memphis, Dahshur and Sakkara from Cairo
• Visit to El Alamein from Cairo
• Istanbul city Highlights with Blue Mosque and Topapki Palace
• Byzantine and Ottoman History In Istanbul
• Hagia Sophia Tour in Istanbul Your price will only include confirmed available tours; if an included tour becomes unavailable there may be alternate options available at an additional cost.
• Ramadan is a month of spirituality and purification during which participants abstain from eating, drinking, and smoking. Ramadan is typically celebrated in late winter or early spring. Please verify dates before booking travel because food and entertainment services in hotels and other public places may be affected.

Nairobi and Zanzibar Island for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Discover the immeasurable natural beauty of Kenya and Tanzania! . The captivating Nairobi (famous for extra ordinary wild life parks and natural beauty that will take your breath away) and dreamy Zanzibar Island (retaining its exotic mystique and is full of activity. The Spice Island is home to spices plantations like: nutmeg, clove, cinnamon, cardamom and black pepper and idyllic beaches) both compliment each other wonderfully!. With exciting outdoor activities such as game drives, snorkeling, hiking, and cruises , we are sure you will enjoy each of these unique African destinations with this flexible vacation package. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Transfer from Nairobi Airport to Hotel
• Hotel for 4 nights in Nairobi
• Transfer from Hotel in Nairobi to Airport
• Flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar Island
• Hotel for 4 nights in Zanzibar Island Sample of Included Tours:
• Visit Ntnl Park Game Drive - Safari in Nairobi
• Hiking Tour to Mount Longonot from Nairobi
• Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Tours in Nairobi
• Snorkeling Adventure in Zanzibar
• Day Trip to Jozani Forest Park from Zanzibar
• Private Cruise in Zanzibar Your price will only include confirmed available tours; if an included tour becomes unavailable there may be alternate options available at an additional cost.

The Best of Oslo - Copenhagen - Stockholm

Scandinavian Capitals Tours in Norway, Denmark and Sweden! . Enjoy visits to Oslo (a city situated by a fjord, famous for its Viking and nautical history, museums, and impeccable seafood), Copenhagen (the city of fairy tales and characterized by its canals, cycling culture,fabulous food scene and laid-back atmosphere) and Stockholm (with its exciting architecture, medieval urban core and museums). Discover their most representative spots like The Christiansborg Palace (in Copenhagen); learn about the history of these scandinavian cities and their Viking Past ; in addition to delicious Food Tasting Tours for a complete experience! . This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Oslo
• Flight from Oslo to Copenhagen
• Hotel for 3 nights in Copenhagen
• Train from Copenhagen to Stockholm
• Hotel for 3 nights in Stockholm Sample of Included Tours:
• Guided City Tour in Oslo
• Food Tour around Oslo
• Copenhagen City Tour plus Christiansborg Palace Ticket
• Food Tasting Tour around Copenhagen
• Old Town Tour in Stockholm
• Viking History Tour in Stockholm Your price will only include confirmed available tours; if an included tour becomes unavailable there may be alternate options available at an additional cost.

Bangkok - Chiang Mai - Phuket by Air

Our #1 Bestseller and Thailand first timer's favorite! . Visit Bangkok , The Venice of the east, national treasure trove, with its Buddhist temples, palaces, floating markets, legendary nightlife and shopping. Then, fly to Chiang Mai , The Rose of the North, famous for its history, culture and ancient temples; and complete your journey with some days in Phuket , Pearl of the South, with its endless beaches and crystal-clear blue ocean. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
• Hotel for 3 nights in Chiang Mai
• Flight from Chiang Mai to Phuket

The Best of Auckland and Queenstown plus Rotorua

New Zealand's North and South Islands combine wonderfully in this flexible vacation package, where you can discover all the facets that make the islands desirable. From history to wine to incomparable outdoor experiences , you can do it all while you visit cities like: Auckland (New Zealand`s most populous city and is a multi-cultural hub of food, music, arts and culture) and Queenstown (a resort town and a hotspot for adventure and snow sport tourism). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 4 nights in Auckland
• Flight from Auckland to Queenstown
• Hotel for 4 nights in Queenstown Sample of Included Tours:
• Guided City Tour around Auckland
• Day Trip to Rotorua from Auckalnd
• Food Tour around Auckland
• Guided Milford Sound Cruise from Queenstown
• Day Trip to Wine Valley from Queenstown
• Day Trip to Mt. Cook from Queenstown Your price will only include confirmed available tours; if an included tour becomes unavailable there may be alternate options available at an additional cost.

Relax in Fiji (Nadi and the Coral Coast)

We get it, travel is rough!. Unwind in Fiji without giving up the chance to experience the best the islands have to offer in both ... Nadi (the third-largest conurbation in Fiji. It is located on the western side of the main island of Viti Levu.it is known for its amazing beaches, clear waters, palm trees, very friendly locals, and relaxed atmosphere in Fiji Island!) and the popular Coral Coast . Whether that means embarking on a scenic day cruise to lounge on exotic beaches or visiting the famous mud pools, we have you covered!. Don't forget to look at other available activities to further your experience (if you want!), but leave ample time for swinging in hammocks or dipping in the pool. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Flight into and out of Nadi (Fiji)
• Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Nadi (Fiji)
• Hotel for 3 nights in Nadi (Fiji)
• Transfer from your hotel in Nadi (Fiji) to your hotel in the Coral Coast
• Hotel for 3 nights in the Coral Coast
• Transfer from Hotel in The Coral Coast to Nadi (Fiji) Airport Sample of Included Tours:
• Daytime cruise
• Day trip to experience Fijian culture including the therapeutic mudpools and Garden of the Sleeping Giant Your price will only include confirmed available tours; if an included tour becomes unavailable there may be alternate options available at an additional cost.

Maui and Kauai by Air

Hawaiian Paradise! . Visit the energetic and exotic island of Maui (renowned worldwide for many things: its beauty, its atmosphere, its history, and its never-ending supply of pristine beaches, waterfalls, and gardens. The island beloved for its world-famous beaches, the sacred Iao Valley, views of migrating humpback whales (during winter months, farm-to-table cuisine and the magnificent sunrise and sunset from Haleakala). After that, catch a fly to your last destination, The Garden Island; Kauai (an island known for its natural beauty and its dramatic, beautiful sites; such as: The Waimea Canyon and The Coconut Coast . Gorgeous mountains, waterfalls, white sand beaches, sugarcane fields, and beachside cliffs you will find along the island). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Flight into Maui and out to Kauai
• Hotel for 3 nights in Maui
• Flight from Maui to Kauai

Miami and Puerto Rico by Air

Florida State and Puerto Rico are great options for an unforgettable holiday!. With this package, visit; Miami (Miami and South Beach, food, music and nightlife await you there) and in San Juan (a Caribbean island and U.S. territory with a landscape of mountains, waterfalls, tropical rainforest and beautiful beaches) you will spend fabulous days in the Caribbean. A flight connects these destinations. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Miami
• Flight from Miami and San Juan
• Hotel for 3 nights in San Juan

Tulum - Marida via Chichen Itza

An amazing combination of rich traditions, history and beaches you will enjoy along your stay in the Mexican Riviera Maya . A transfer from Cancun Airport will take you to your first stop in Tulum (in the state of Quintanna Roo, the area boasts spectacular Mayan ruins overlooking the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea), After that, visit Merida (a colorful city in the Yucatan Peninsula with a rich Mayan and colonial heritage, encircled by ancient temples, crumbling ruins, sacred cenotes, and colorful mansions). En route from Tulum to Merida, you will get to explore Chichen Itza (an archaeological site in the Yucatan Peninsula and one of the most visited locations in Mexico, centre of pilgrimage for the ancient Maya civilization). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Transfer from Cancun Airport to Hotel in Tulum
• Hotel for 3 nights in Tulum
• Transfer from Hotel in Tulum to Hotel in Merida via Chichen Itza
• Hotel for 2 nights in Merida

Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu Falls (Brazil) - Buenos Aires

Samba and Tango in Brazil and Argentina! . This classic itinerary will take you from Rio de Janeiro (famed for its natural settings, its Carnival, samba, bossa nova, Christ the Redeemer and beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema), next to Iguassu Falls (the most dramatic and among the most monumental waterfalls in the world, tumbling over the cliffs on the border with the Argentine province of Misiones and Brazilian state of Parana) and finally, to Buenos Aires (to stroll in the streets of the Paris of South America and experience one of their Tango Shows). Flights and transfers connect these destinations. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro
• Flight from Rio de Janeiro to Iguassu Falls (Brazil)
• Hotel for 2 nights in Foz do Iguassu
• Transfer for Hotel in Iguassu Falls (Brazil) to Iguazu Falls (Argentina) Airport
• Flight from Iguazu Falls (Argentina) to Buenos Aires
• Hotel for 3 nights in Buenos Aires

Panama and Aruba by Air

The Hub of the Americas; Panama and The Happy Island; Aruba awaits you with this customizable package offering an unforgettable experience!. Visit Panama City (most attractive Capital City and a curious blend of old Spain, modern America and the bazaar atmosphere of the East) and then, spend glorious days under the sun in paradise; Aruba Island (famous for its stunning blonde beaches, wind-sculpted desert landscapes, and some of the best wreck diving in the area). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

• Hotel for 3 nights in Panama City
• Flight from Panama City to Aruba Island
• Hotel for 3 nights in Aruba Island

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When it comes to an itinerary, Travel + Leisure readers want more than a string of photo opportunities — and the right tour operator makes all the difference in creating a trip of a lifetime versus one that simply checks off a list of sights. This year, our readers were especially drawn to companies that utilize local expertise and experience to thoughtfully design trips that will entertain as well as inspire.

Every year for our World's Best Awards survey , T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated tour operators and safari outfitters based on their staff and guides, itineraries and destinations, activities, accommodations, food, and overall value.

The top picks were noted for their deep knowledge of destinations and guides who "go the extra mile." One reader who has been traveling for more than five decades said a trip with Classic Journeys (No. 2) was the "very best" they had experienced. Others noted attention to pandemic safety details, while one who went to Norway was charmed by a "wonderful surprise dinner in Bergen out on the water that was fantastic."

Tour operators that seamlessly navigated the logistics of a trip also came out on top. Quasar Expeditions (No. 9) was noted "for really planning out every detail" so that "all you have to do is show up and have a great time." Meanwhile, of TCS World Travel (No. 10), a guest said: "You never lift a finger and just spend your time actually exploring the destination." They even added that they "learned so much" along the way.

Among the five companies on this year's list that weren't on last year's were two women-only tour operators that cater to travelers of all ages. AdventureWomen (No. 14) has multiday tours designed by women from Bhutan to Yellowstone National Park, while Explorer Chick (No. 15) has everything from day trips — like glassblowing in Baltimore and cave rappelling in St. Louis — to full itineraries in Machu Picchu and the Galápagos. One reader said her Everest Base Camp trip with AdventureWomen was filled with "like-minded women" who "bonded so well," while another said she felt it was a "safe tour group for women."

No matter which tour they chose, readers were most taken by the people they met along the way, as one said of Trek Travel (No. 13): "By the end of the trip, a group of strangers felt like longtime friends." Find out which other companies round out the list of the best tour operators below.

1. DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co.

A tour with DuVine goes far beyond just riding a bike — it's a way to really see the character of a destination. Case in point: even those who say they're not necessarily cycling fans have been converted. That's part of what helped the tour operator — which runs trips in Europe, the U.S., Latin America, and Africa — skyrocket from No. 14 last year to this year's top spot. Its "top-notch biking equipment" and "challenging but doable itineraries" didn't hurt either. One reader was especially taken by a guide picking figs off of a local tree in Puglia for an extra energy boost during a tough climb, as well as another guide singing to the group after dinner. As another reader put it simply: "They exceed your expectations."

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2. Classic Journeys

Score: 99.04

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3. Artisans of Leisure

Score: 98.38

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4. (tie) Black Tomato

Score: 98.33

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4. (tie) GeoEx

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4. (tie) Wilderness Travel

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7. Inside Japan Tours

Score: 98.14

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8. Kensington Tours

Score: 98.03

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9. Quasar Expeditions

Score: 97.84

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10. TCS World Travel

Score: 97.78

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11. Butterfield & Robinson

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13. Trek Travel

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14. AdventureWomen

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For those truly epic, once-in-a-lifetime destinations, you want to leave your itinerary to the experts. Whether your dream is to see the Big Five on an African Safari, trek tall mountains, explore European cities, or something even wilder, a group tour is the easiest way to do it.

However, picking the wrong group tour company is the quickest way to ruin your trip. Make sure you choose a tour company that aligns with your goals and travel styles. Do you want an intimate group tour or do you prefer to make lots of new friends in a big group? Does the price line up with what you like (luxury vs. budget)? Is the itinerary going to all the places you want to see? 

We’ve done the research and found the very best group travel tour companies for 2023 for every type of traveler.

Best Overall Group Travel: Exodus Travels

With trips on every continent, Exodus Travels covers anywhere on this planet that you could possibly want to go, from popular destinations like the Amalfi Coast to well off-the-beaten path adventures like Tajikistan. This award-winning group travel company boasts thousands of repeat customers who sign up for trips year after year (97% of past participants would recommend Exodus Travels to a friend). 

These small group tours operate with only around 12-16 people, and always feature experienced local leaders who can give you a unique insight into your destination. Exodus Travels caters to any type of travel style, including trips broken down by type of activity (think walking, cycling, multi-adventure, winter, or cultural) as well as type of traveler (family, age group, etc.). There are curated collections (coastal, “away from it all”, European wilderness, and trips of a lifetime) to inspire you, as well as self-guided options for when you want all the benefits of a group tour planner without the actual group. Looking for that special safari? Exodus Travels just partners with the African Wildlife Foundation to create carefully curated luxury adventures that go above and beyond the standard safari. 

Exodus Travels tours work for almost any budget, with options that range from affordable to premium. 

Top Trip: Explore under-the-radar Europe by foot on Exodus Travels’ Lakes & Mountains of Slovenia walking tour .

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Best Adventure Group Travel: World Expeditions

World Expeditions has been taking adventurous travelers to remote locations all over the world ever since its first group trek through Nepal in 1975. Today, World Expeditions offers active itineraries on every continent. Intrepid travelers can opt for trips themed around mountaineering, rafting, cycling, hiking, and more. 

World Expeditions aims to leave communities and places where they operate tours better than they found them. Trips are created using the company’s Thoughtful Travel Charter as a guideline, which emphasizes respect for the environment, sustainability, having a positive impact on local communities, protecting wildlife, and more. 

World Expeditions’ trips are capped at just 16 people to provide a good experience for participants, and there are no single supplements for solo travelers willing to share a room with someone of the same gender. 

Top Trip: Summit Africa’s tallest mountain on a fully-supported trek up Kilimanjaro on World Expeditions’ eight day trip up the beautiful Lemosho Route . 

Best Budget Group Travel: G Adventures 

For travelers on a budget, G Adventures offers cheap group tours that make dream destinations accessible to nearly anyone. (Think: sailing the Galapagos for just $1,124 , criss-crossing India’s Golden Triangle for $559 , or spending 8 days in Bali for less than $800.)

G Adventures is one of the best tour companies for solo travelers as well, as most trips don’t have a single-supplement. You can choose to share a room with another G Adventures solo traveler, or pay extra to have your own space.

G Adventures keeps costs down by opting for cheaper hotels and local meals, and making certain activities optional (for an additional cost). Pick your travel style—options range from “basic” to more luxe tours run in partnership with National Geographic. Family tours, local living tours (featuring homestays), and wellness-focused tours are also available. 

Top Trip: G Adventures’ China Express trip is a great way to see the highlights of China if you’re short on both time and budget. 

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Best Educational Group Tours: EF Go Ahead Tours

When you really want to learn about a destination, consider a group trip with EF Go Ahead Tours . EF is the world’s largest private education company, and the Go Ahead Tours arm capitalizes on the company’s relationships with local educators, historians, and tour guides to create group trips that take you deep into a destination. 

These small group tours generally cap at 38 travelers, and feature unique educational experiences. For a bucket list trip, EF Go Ahead Tour’s special event tours are particularly enticing, as they offer behind-the-scenes access to tough-to-plan trips like Oktoberfest in Munich or Cherry Blossom season in Japan. 

Intimidated by solo travel? EF Go Ahead Tours is a great option for solo travelers, since it offers designated trips for solo travelers , where everyone is traveling alone, making it less intimidating.  

Top Trip: Bring the tastes of Italy home with you on EF Go Ahead Tours’ Food & Wine: Piedmont & Tuscany tour (operated in partnership with America’s Test Kitchen), where you’ll learn how to make local dishes. 

Best Responsible Group Travel: Intrepid Travel

Looking for a responsible group travel operator that focuses on bettering the communities and destinations they visit? Intrepid Travel is the world’s largest travel B Corporation, a certification for companies doing good. 

Intrepid Travel’s tours focus on sustainability, diversity, inclusion, and sustaining communities. The company has its own charity, The Intrepid Foundation , which has donated over 7 million dollars to over 130 community organizations. 

Intrepid Travel’s small group tours attract a wide range of travelers, but they are especially great for younger travelers, as they have a large number of trips designed for people aged 18-29 . (Other trips, including family-focused trips, are geared toward any age.)

Top Trip: Experience unforgettable wildlife encounters on Intrepid Travel’s Premium Uganda & Rwanda trip which includes time with the mountain gorillas of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. 

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Best Private Group Travel: Kensington Tours

Whether your group consists of just two people or involves taking the entire extended family, Kensington Tours will take all the hassle of planning out of the equation. This private group operator creates personalized trips and itineraries tailored to your preferences, while their experts handle all the logistics and bookings. 

Plans are entirely flexible, and can even be changed while on the trip on a whim. Need some inspiration? Browse Kensington Tours’ travel ideas , to get some ideas for your next adventure. 

Top Trip: Sail around the stunning shores of Croatia and the Dalmation Islands on a private luxury catamaran on Kensington Tours’ fully customizable tour . 

Best Polar Group Travel: Chimu Adventures

Whether you’re headed north to the Artic or south to Antarctica, Chimu Adventures has the perfect polar group trip for you. Chimu Adventures has some of the most variety for polar trips, with options to fly, cruise, or a combination of both to get to your destination.

For an ultra-unique Antarctica trip, Chimu Adventures offers cruises departing from Australia or New Zealand (most Antarctica trips depart from Argentina). Can’t stay long? Book one of Chimu Adventures’ scenic flights to Antarctica , which fly as far as the south pole in one spectacular 16-hour day.

Chimu Adventures is one of the cheapest group trips to Antarctica, with rates starting under $5,000.

Top Trip: If you’re pressed for time (or simply don’t have the stomach for the Drake Passage), Chimu Adventures’ Antarctica Fly Cruise will get you to the ends of the earth quickly and smoothly.

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Best Group Tours for Solo Travelers: For the Love of Travel

Group tours can be a great way to meet new people, but they can sometimes skew on the older age range. If you’re between 25-39 and a solo traveler looking to meet new people, you’ll love For the Love of Travel . All participants on the trips are between 25-39, and according to the company, 80 percent are solo travelers—so you’ll make friends fast. Hoping to meet someone who will be more than just a friend on your next trip? Trips include a balanced number of “gal and guy spots” to ensure an even balance of genders within groups (and of course, non-binary genders are always welcome). 

For the Love of Travel offers weeklong (or longer) international trips as well as shorter weekender trips to nearby destinations like Mexico or Denver—perfect for people without a lot of vacation time.

Top Trip: Sleep in a glass igloo under the Northern Lights, go sledding with huskies, and warm up in traditional saunas on For the Love of Travel’s Lapland tour , already booking dates for 2024.

Best Biking Tours Group Travel: DuVine Cycling

Biking through the rolling hills of Italy or across the mountain roads of Chile sounds like a dream, but the logistics seem daunting (especially if you don’t want to haul all your own stuff from point-to-point). Enter: DuVine Cycling , a luxury small group tour company that specializes in bike trips. 

With trips across Europe, Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the United States, DuVine Cycling is a cyclist’s dream. Choose from all-biking trips or mix things up with a cycle and sail bike tour or a multi-sport adventure —no matter what, everything is included, from luxury boutique accommodations to top-quality name brand bikes. 

Top Trip: DuVine’s Holland Bike Tour promises “tulips, windmills, beer, and cheese”—what more could you need?

Best Luxury Group Travel: Abercrombie & Kent

Abercrombie & Kent has been delighting discerning travelers since 1962. Today, they take travelers on unforgettable adventures across over 100 different countries and all seven continents. Although Abercrombie & Kent’s trips are pricey, they encompass once-in-a-lifetime experiences like private jet tours around the world or luxury chartered cruises .

There are trips designed for solo travelers and families , and the small group journeys max out at around 14-18 guests.

Top Trip: Swim with whale sharks in the Philippines, feed proboscis monkeys in Malaysia, and photograph wild tigers in India on Abercrombie & Kent’s Wildlife Safari: Around the World by Private Jet trip , already booking dates into 2024.

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Government agencies have joined forces to protect the public against travel-related cybercrimes and other online scams as millions of people are expected to troop to various transportation hubs across the country for the long Lenten break.

Citing past records, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Ivan John Uy said the number of online scams usually go up during long holiday breaks and this is the reason why they launched an online platform to combat the illegal activities. 

He particularly mentioned the travel scams wherein the perpetrators would dupe victims with fake transportation tickets and accommodations. 

“Most of the reports we received is that these scams are mostly perpetrated through text messages (short messaging system or SMS) wherein they would claim that there are promos, or discounts in buying tickets and in booking a resort,” said Uy in a press briefing at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on Monday morning, March 25.

“So we are warning the public not to click any link that would be sent and instead report it to our hotline, 1326,” he added.

Uy was joined by Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista, Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) chairman Don Artes, and national police chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda, Jr during an inspection at the PITX.

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Hundreds of passengers have started to arrive at the PITX on Monday and most of them said they preferred early travel as they are expecting monstrous traffic jams and travel delays as the Maundy Thursday nears.

Since the weekend, Bautista said the number of passengers at the PITX averages 120,000 daily, “But we are expecting the number to increase, more than 150,000 in the next few days.”

Expecting monstrous traffic jams, Artes said they will be deploying more than 2,000 of its personnel in all the routes of the provincial buses going in and out of Metro Manila.

He said traffic enforcers were also instructed to ensure good traffic flow on the roads leading to and from transportation hubs that include provincial bus terminals, seaports and the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

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GUNSAN, North Jeolla Province — Saemangeum is shaping itself as the country's key industrial hub, taking advantage of its vast 397 million square meter-large landfilled region next to the West Sea to attract companies, harness renewable energies and build a new residential town for workers and families, according to Saemangeum Development and Investment Agency (SDIA), Thursday.

The national industrial complex in the northern part of Saemangeum — a landfilled region two-thirds the size of Seoul on the country's west coast with jurisdiction across North Jeolla Province's Gunsan and Buan County — has finished allotting 90 percent of its entire lots to 49 companies. Twenty-eight of them have already begun running their factories, while the rest are currently building plants there.

Since President Yoon Suk Yeol's inauguration in May 2022, the industrial complex has attracted investments worth 10.1 trillion won ($7.4 billion). Prior to the Yoon administration, since the agency's establishment in 2013, the complex had received investments totaling just 1.5 trillion won.

In 2023 alone, a group of secondary battery companies and material-part-equipment developers announced they will invest 6.6 trillion won in the complex. LG Chem and SK on plan to invest 1.2 trillion won with their Chinese partners, while LS Group said it plans to invest 1.8 trillion won. Ronbay Korea New Energy Materials also said it will invest 1.2 trillion won.

The SDIA is still busy reclaiming land from the sea in the region. Companies that have an urgent need to move in are demanding the agency expedite the process, according to SDIA Administrator and Vice Minister Kim Kyung-ahn.

"We've never expected Saemangeum would see such a rush of companies wanting to move in," Kim said.

Saemangeum will house companies in the rechargeable battery, car, food and MICE (meetings, incentive travel, conventions and exhibitions) industries.

Doosan Fuel Cell, which completed a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) plant with a 50-megawatt capacity at the complex last July, is now producing SOFC samples using the plant's fully automated, 250-meter-long assembly line until the scheduled start of mass production next April.

"We looked at five national industrial complexes in the country, including those in Changwon, Yongin and Iksan, before deciding to build our latest SOFC plant in Saemangeum," the company's Global Chief Manufacturing Officer Bang Won-jo said. "We found Saemangeum most company-friendly as to conditions of site and incentives."

Kim meets with heads of companies, either already in the complex or planning to move in, on a regular basis to exchange opinions. On Wednesday, 11 companies to move in met Kim at SDIA's office to file requests or complaints. A chemical and biotech company requested an additional rear entrance to its planned factory, while an energy materials developing firm asked if it can help with hiring locally. Kim gave promising answers to both of them.

Kim is equipping the complex with all he can to cater to its companies, including power supply, social overhead capital and incentives. To facilitate future exports that will stringently monitor carbon footprints, particularly in Europe and the United States, the complex is working on supplying renewable energy sources to require the companies to minimize their carbon emissions.

The companies are exempted from corporate tax and income tax for a start, with more incentives to come, according to Kim, while the government will provide free buses for commuting workers.

A new harbor, one of the most urgent demands from the companies, will be completed next year with a government budget of 160 million won, in addition to new highways, roads and an international airport.

South of the industrial complex, Saemangeum Development Corp. (SDCO) is currently building a new oceanside residential town for the complex workers and their families. Built over 6.6 square kilometers — the size of Seoul's Yeouido — with over 1.3 trillion won, the town will be completed in 2026 and comprise parks, schools and even a casino.

"Until now, Saemangeum has been adrift," SDCO President Na Kyung-gyun said at the town's construction site, where a subterranean foundation block for apartment buildings was going under petrification. "The new high-rise apartment buildings will endure strong sea winds and introduce various smart features for residents. With a cruise currently touring across dozens of islands and oceanside parks to be launched, Saemangeum is Korea's new future."