Why should we travel with Contiki?
We asked Contiki why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
Contiki are the world leaders in travel experiences for 18-35’s. We exist to connect young travellers to the time of their lives. We believe in real experiences and we care about making sure these experiences contribute positively to the people and places we visit. We are focused on discovery, once-in-a-lifetime moments, human connections, and making every second of being young count.
For over 55 years we’ve been perfecting the secret formula to the perfect trip - we know you’re after unique experiences, local insight and accommodation that’s read more more than a place to sleep. We run over 350 trips across 6 continents, each one designed to get to the beating heart of a destination, understanding the local way of life, unearthing unforgettable experiences and creating lifelong memories. Real experiences, unique accommodation, local food, the best team and awesome people all deliver Contiki’s no regrets experience.
What types of trips do Contiki offer?
Coach Tours
18-to-30's
Sailing Trips
Festivals & Events
Short Breaks
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Total No. Tours
227
Departures
4,389
Average tour length
13 days
Average price per day
$284
Our thoughts...
The low down on Contiki from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
Over 35? Then Contiki is not for you. With tours and adventures designed for the 18-35's through Asia, Africa, North and South America and Europe, you'll need lots of energy for the good times ahead. Traditionally Contiki trips have been known for their late nights, lots of sleeping on the coach, and some sightseeing on the side. Contiki's philosophy of #NOREGRETS is about changing your perspective on the world, walking in others shoes, witnessing different cultures, religions, and ways of living. But most of all, it’s about living life out loud, unashamedly and completely, loving every single second of being young!
Who travels with Contiki?
Primarily social travellers aged 18-35 from around the world, including a high proportion of solo travellers.
What's the age range on a Contiki tour?
18-35 years only.
How many people will we be travelling with?
In Europe and most of North America and New Zealand, groups generally range from 24 to 53 travellers. In Asia, Australia, Africa and Latin America, groups are typically smaller at around 12 to 30.
I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Yes. Around 70% of Contiki travellers join their trip solo, making it particularly well suited to travellers wanting to meet people of a similar age.
What percentage of people travel solo with you?
70%
Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. A single supplement applies and single-room pricing and availability is shown for each departure.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
Yes. Twin or multi-share same-sex accommodation is standard on many trips, with up to six guests sharing in some properties and up to eight at festivals.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
Accommodation varies by destination and trip style and can include hotels, hostels, lodges, resorts, boats, glamping, safari camps and distinctive Special Stays.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the tour price shown?
Meals not specified, optional Free Time Add-Ons, extra sightseeing, alcoholic drinks, shopping and evening entertainment.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
Yes. Trips are managed by an expert Contiki Trip Manager, who generally stays with the group throughout the journey, supported by a Driver where applicable.
Do you use local guides?
Yes. Local guides are used for selected city tours, sightseeing and destination experiences.
How much free time will we have on a Contiki trip?
Significant free time is built into itineraries, allowing travellers to explore independently, relax or choose optional Free Time Add-Ons.
How fit do we need to be?
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Recent Contiki reviews
Tick the box itinerary but socially difficult 0
Ellen, NSW, Australia, Jul 2025
Managed to see everything. Was a thrilling experience that managed to avoid early exhaustion by stopping in each location for a bit longer. Definitely good if you want to see different tourist cities in Italy quickly though certainly doesn't encapsulate everything. My main difficulty was with the group dynamic and as a solo traveller I found it challenging read more to fit in especially as I wasn't so much as the party instagram type and was more focused on the historical background of the sites.
Great Tour 1
Millie, NSW, Australia, Jun 2024
Great tour starting in Barcelona and ending in London. It was also good how you get to spend two nights in certain cities. The local dinner in Italy was a highlight and recommended!
Gorgeous Greece 1
Millie, NSW, Australia, Jun 2024
I you love swimming, blue water and heat, you will love this tour. Greece was gorgeous and the places visited amazing.
Breathtaking tour along the Mediterranean Coast 3
Ed, QLD, Australia, May 2024
This was my second trip with Contiki. I joined the London to Vienna Trail two weeks earlier and then joined this trip in June with a gap in between. It was an unforgettable experience, from our very first stop in Nice I knew I was in for a great time. All the included and optional experiences were loads of fun and really brought the group closer together, read more I made great friends and amazing memories all while traveling along the Mediterranean in Summer! All the accommodation was comfortable and clean and my Contiki tour guide and coach driver were always friendly and made traveling from place to place stress free.
Our tour guide was super helpful by doing some of our thinking for us by letting us know of the best places to eat or to get a drink wherever we were. Booking with Global Journeys made traveling to Europe a whole lot easier. My advisor Sam was always really friendly and informative, always letting me know what I needed to do in preparation of my trip and making sure I didn't miss any deadlines for anything which made my life a lot easier.
Amazing tour through Europe 1
Ed, QLD, Australia, May 2024
Every part of this tour was so much fun! From the canal cruise in Amsterdam to the classical music night in Vienna - I enjoyed every moment of it. My Contiki tour guide and coach driver made traveling stress free, it was so nice not having to worry about how I was going to get from place to place so i could just enjoy each location we went to. The group read more I was traveling with was great, people from all walks of life, all like minded, and all really easy to get along with, I would definitely recommend this trip to any future travellers.
Booking through Global Journeys made my life so much easier. My agent Sam was incredibly helpful, he pretty much sorted everything out for me and made sure I didn't miss any of my deadlines which made the entire process a lot less stressful.
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Why should we travel with Intrepid Travel?
We asked Intrepid Travel why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers off the beaten track to discover the world's most amazing places for 30 years. Every trip is designed to truly experience local culture - to meet local people, try local food, take local transport and stay in local accommodation. Led by a local leader, our small group tours offer a sustainable way to travel off the beaten track, while giving back to the places and people that travellers visit.
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Total No. Tours
927
Departures
58,033
Average tour length
13 days
Average price per day
$399
Our thoughts...
The low down on Intrepid from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
Intrepid specialise in small group adventure tours, and feature trips around the globe. With over 700 tours and 50,000 departures, Intrepid's itineraries are designed for the budget conscious adventurer, families and even adventures for those that prefer a bit of comfort at the end of each day. Like G Adventures, Intrepid also have a myriad of trips through South and Central America & Asia and operate dynamic pricing so prices can change daily - upwards if the trip is filling up, and down if they need to fill some spaces.
Recommending the best Operator for small group adventures is a tough one. It's very subjective and we think a lot depends read more on the region, the itinerary and the trip leader you get. This will have a huge sway on whether your trip is good, great or average. Our advice is to choose the Operator which has the itinerary and departures dates that suit you best. Look at things like inclusions, group size and other details to help make your decision.
Who travels with Intrepid?
A diverse international mix of friendly, open-minded and curious travellers, including couples, friends and a high proportion of solo travellers.
What's the age range on a Intrepid tour?
A broad age mix, with travellers commonly ranging from 18 to 70.
How many people will we be travelling with?
Most trips have a maximum of 16 travellers and average around 10. Some overland trips operate with larger groups of up to 24.
I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Over 50% of Intrepid travellers travel solo, and the small-group format is designed to make it easy to meet like-minded travellers.
What percentage of people travel solo with you?
50%
Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. Most trips offer an individual room for an additional single supplement, although some shared accommodation such as homestays, overnight trains or camps may be excluded.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
Yes. Solo travellers are normally paired with another solo traveller of the same gender, based on the gender marker on their passport, on a twin-share basis.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
Accommodation varies by trip style and can include budget and standard hotels, locally owned guesthouses, homestays, campsites, comfortable hotels and handpicked Premium Feature Stays.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the tour price shown?
Meals and optional activities not specified as included, some airport transfers and tips.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
A locally based Intrepid leader normally accompanies the group, although longer or multi-country journeys may change leaders during the journey.
Do you use local guides?
Yes. Intrepid works exclusively with locally based leaders, and additional specialist local guides may also be used for particular sightseeing and activities.
How much free time will we have on a Intrepid trip?
There is a deliberate mix of organised activities and independent time. Basic trips generally offer the most free time, while Comfort and Premium trips include more organised experiences.
How fit do we need to be?
Most trips suit travellers with an average level of fitness, but requirements vary considerably. Every trip has a physical rating, and more active trekking or adventure itineraries may require additional preparation.
Recent Intrepid reviews
Iconic Iceland - Stunning scenery at every turn 0
Jenny and Peter, NSW, Australia, Sep 2026
Intrepid Discover Iceland (original) tour was fabulous. The guide, Villy, was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone on this small group tour was learning about Iceland and enjoying their experiences. The itinerary, of circumnavigation of the island, really covers all aspects of what Iceland has to offer from its geothermal areas, glaciers, waterfalls, read more mountains, harbours of ice, rivers, rugged terrain and beautiful farmland. Of course you have to be prepared for huge variations in the weather because that is Iceland. Seeing the amazing Northern lights was a bucket list item now ticked. Make sure you put aside time to visit the Blue Lagoon either before or after the tour, yes expensive but very worth the unique experience. Thoroughly enjoyable trip.
Blown away 0
Anon, NSW, Australia, Sep 2026
Blown away by all the three stans. Have a mix of everything from history to scenery. Would definitely travel there again.
Intrepid Morocco Highlights 3
Katie, ON, Canada, Sep 2026
This was my first time traveling on a group tour, and was a great introduction to group travel! Intrepid truly checked all the boxes and put together an incredible itinerary that really encompassed Moroccan culture. Our local guide, Lahcen, was incredible. He showed us the local culture, shared his stories and experiences, and even arranged some exclusive read more experiences including a private after hours tour of the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and henna tattoos for the whole group, done by local Berber woman in their home. He truly took this tour to the next level and made the trip such a memorable experience.
This itinerary is fast paced, with only one night at most accommodations, but this allowed us to see so many of the country’s highlights in just 10 days. Each hotel we stayed at was clean and comfortable, offering air conditioning and complimentary breakfast. While the breakfasts were simple, there was enough variety to leave us all satisfied. Some of the hotels also featured a swimming pool, which was a nice touch in the Moroccan heat.
We had an excellent group of 13 people on the tour, with a combination of solo travelers, and pairs. The whole group got along really well and this helped to enhance the experience. While optional, the whole group chose to eat all of our meals together, spend free time together, and even indulge in some carpool karaoke! While I was traveling in a pair for this trip, it did leave me with confidence that I would enjoy traveling solo with Intrepid in the future.
The itinerary also allowed us to experience a variety of transit options including a ride on a local train from Marrakech to Casablanca, local taxis, and a private vehicle and driver. Our driver throughout the trip was excellent and helped to make the experience. The van was spacious and comfortably accommodated our group of 13. We made frequent stops along the way which made the long drives feel shorter and more exciting. Some of the ‘comfort’ stops included cooperatives for argan oil, rose oil, and dates, panoramic viewpoints, and of course, plenty of food stops.
The highlight of the trip for most was a sunset camel ride on the sand dunes of the Sahara, followed by an evening in a desert camp filled with drumming, singing, dancing, stargazing, and a bonfire. It was unforgettable and definitely one of the moments that will stick with me most from the trip.
I am a vegetarian, and my travel partner is gluten free, so we were both a little nervous prior to the trip about what our food options would be like. However, our guide did an excellent job at ensuring we were both taken care of at every meal, and we never ran into any problems. Each restaurant and hotel was incredibly accommodating of our dietary restrictions and were prepared for our arrival with appropriate alternatives for us both. The food consisted of mostly tagines, couscous, and pastillas, all of which we enjoyed.
At the start of the tour, our guide discussed doing a group tipping kitty, which is something many Intrepid tours utilize. The tipping kitty was optional, although everyone in our group chose to participate. We each paid 500 MAD to our guide on the first day of the tour, which then covered our tips to local guides, cost of local taxis, luggage porters at the hotels, and bottled water throughout the tour. At the end of the trip, the money that had not been spent was returned to everyone. This made things much easier day to day and if given the choice on future trips, I would certainly participate in the tipping kitty again.
Overall, this was incredible intro to group travel. This itinerary allowed us to see as much of the culture, food, hospitality, and landscapes that we could fit into 10 days. Each day brought new excitement and highlights.
Magical Morocco 0
Steve and Tracey, NSW, Australia, Sep 2026
Intrepid Travel's itinerary for their 18 day Premium Tour is a mixture of - Intriguing cultural sights and activities, tremendous vistas, amazing varied accommodation and unexpected culinary delights all overseen by our very capable and organised Tour guide, Kahlid. Although we experienced unusually high temps due to a heat wave over Morocco (up to read more 47 degrees C ) we thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Lifelong memories were created when Camel riding into the Sahara Desert. Highly recommended!
Trip to Morocco 0
Bill and Jenny, NSW, Australia, Sep 2026
Global Journeys and in particular Tracey Standing were absolute consummate professionals in organizing our trip to Morocco. Everything ran smoothly and flawlessly from start to finish. Tracey's competence was only matched by her friendly outgoing nature and nothing was too much trouble.
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