Small group tours allow you to travel with likeminded travellers, and with amaximum group size of 24, you'll have the opportunity for a more in depth and intimate touring experience. Visit places that larger coach groups can't, stay in boutique accommodation, immerse yourself in the culture, and enjoy authentic local interaction. Get off the beaten track and truly under the skin of a destination.
Join a small group adventure and follow in the footsteps of the Incas along stunning, albeit gruelling, mountain passes peppered with impressive archaeological ruins.
A Recipe for Intimate Italy
Bypass the autostradas and travel the country roads of Tuscany or the Amalfi Coast and learn to cook delicious family recipes in the kitchens that perfected them.
Enjoy game drives in dedicated small vehicles, stay in intimate camps or boutique luxury lodges, and be moved by special wildlife encounters made possible on a small group safari.
From the hilltribes of Northern Thailand and the reindeer herders of remote Russia, to the Ger Camps of Mongolia and a homestay on the banks of Lake Titicaca, you’ll get a unique insight into different cultures.
What our clients are saying about their small group touring experiences
Bike Trip from Marseille, France to Barcelona, Spain Cycle Marseille to BarcelonaBarbara and Rob, Canada, Sep 2026
This trip was a dream come true. It was beyond my expectations. Ethan took over from Isabelle half way through our planning and handled the balance of our questions well. Explore was a great pick for Global Journeys to choose. Explore's pick on the bikes was great, they were very good quality and very comfortable. Thank you Nature Bike. Our guide, read more Pablo and his side kick David were great and could be rated 20 out of 10. They were the best we could have asked for. They were over the top friendly, professional, and lovely people. They made the trip so pleasant. Always caring about each rider and stressed safety and was detailed about the itinerary. The lunches were extremely good and it was such a highlight to see David ready for us. He was so very helpful with our bikes and our luggage.
The route was amazing, so diverse and had a lot of variety. Paths were perfect. The challenge was perfect. The cozy hotels and towns we stopped in were lovely, just perfect. The people in our group were a perfect match for us. When you see advertisements for this trip, they are so true, it is even better than the ads. Thank you Explore for the amazing guide, Pablo and our driver and lunch maker David. We were the luckiest to have them both. The scenery and views along the Mediterranean sea was spectacular. We loved the towns that were chosen to stay at and the coffee stops were so cool. The beaches were beautiful but we wish we could have had a little more time at them. I would definitely recommend Explore.
Pablo and David were the best! Pablo was our biking guide. He took us to all the great places. Stopped at small village for coffee and overnight. Pable kept us safe. He explained our route, and any safety measures we needed. He was very patient, kind, and tons of fun. We were able to swim at the best beaches. He knew what he was doing. The read more pace was good. He was a hoot! and the best guide! David carried our gear and made the most wonderful picnic lunches ever! Great salads and wonderful, fancy, delicous food. David was so fun and upbeat and played music for us when we arrived. He fed us so well and the wine was great too. So fun. Pablo and David are the best and, if ever we could do this again, we would want the two of them again. Their friendship with each other was amazing. Such a great trip!
This walking holiday was amazing. Estonia was beautiful. I arrived 3 days early and spent time in the old town, Baltimore jaam and the coastal areas. Bogging in Latvia was fun, hiking through the wetlands in Lithuania was beautiful and the old towns in all 3 countries was amazing to see.
Grand Pacific Tour NZ both Islands Ultimate PanoramaAmanda and Angela, QLD, Australia, Sep 2026
The best trip I have had without a doubt. The coach was splendid. The driver was brilliant and such a gentleman. Great company on the tour. The tour took in every thing I wanted. The South Island was so beautiful. The extras one could do were fantastic. I would use Grand Pacific again. Global Journeys were happy to book this and answered all question read more with grace. A very happy traveller.
Amazing journey Ultimate PanoramaHelen and Kim, WA, Australia, Sep 2026
From start to finish this was an amazing holiday. Grace was very efficient and nothing was ever a problem. Our coach tour with Grand Pacific was top notch. The coach was very comfortable and our driver Kenny was outstanding. His knowledge and professionalism made this trip even more memorable. The itinerary was perfect to get a good overview of New read more Zealand and we hope to return. Our accommodation was of good standard except for one. Meals were also very good quality and choices to suit everyone on board the coach. We could have done with more time in Dunedin and Auckland but overall we have had great experience. Highly recommend Grace at Global Journeys and Grand Pacific.
Lake Eyre trip was a bucket list and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Our driver, Michael was informative and the best driver. However, the accommodation in the first couple of days was not the usual that APT would have provided and the welcome dinner was unfortunately by the majority of the group was of a lower standard that was offered. After read more the first 2 stops, accommodation and meals was improved. I would recommend this trip just for the serenity and wonder of Lake Eyre.
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