TOURS

Adventure Tours

If you are planning a shorter trip or you are looking to have some company for part of your year out, then adventure tours can provide what you need. The tours tend to be operated in small groups of like-minded travellers, staying in basic 'local style' accommodation, and can be anything from 4 days to 4 weeks in length.

If you are planning a multi-stop trip and you know you will only have a short stay in a particular country, then an adventure tour will enable you to see as much as possible within your timeframe. They are also a proven way to make sure you see alll the sights and don't miss anything just because you've got a hangover and can't read your guidebook!

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To book excursions such as camel riding, whale watching and white water rafting for your trip visit Do Something Different

Hop-on Hop-off Buses

In countries with high backpacker populations, such as Australia and New Zealand, there are a number of companies that operate a hop-on hop-off bus service. This is part tour, part bus - and a great way to meet fellow backpackers. They are always lively with plenty of optional activities to join in on, loads of parties and great services such as advance hostel booking.

For hop on-hop off tours in Australia click here

For hop on-hop off tours in New Zealand click here

For hop on-hop off tours in Europe click here

Another fantastic way to get around Europe is using an InterRail pass click here for more info. 

Overland Tours

Do you love the open road? How about camping in far-flung places? Well overland tours could be an option for you. Operated by respected adventure tour operators, these long tours will take you across borders from country to country, whilst stopping at important sites and for all manner of activities. A great option as long as you don't mind sharing a coach with the same 20 people for anywhere between 1 - 6 months!