There’s no better time than your 20s to embark on a solo adventure – and these small-group Culture Trips will take all the hassle out of it.
The world’s your oyster when you’re in your 20s. You’re hopefully free of major commitments and responsibilities, and even if your friends aren’t willing to join, you have the freedom to forge your own path and meet new people wherever you like. These small-group trips, all bookable with Culture Trip, give you the opportunity to join like-minded travellers on once-in-a-lifetime adventures, ranging from the sunny Croatian coast all the way to the jungles of Sri Lanka.
Climb, abseil and go whitewater rafting in Sri Lanka
While Asian countries like India, Thailand and Vietnam regularly feature on the backpacker trail, Sri Lanka is often overlooked. Yet this small island country has all the charm and palm-lined beaches of its more-travelled neighbours, and you’ll get to see the best of it on this 12-day trip. This one’s for the thrillseekers: you’ll climb the ancient fortress at Sigiriya, go whitewater rafting, abseil down the Sandun Ella waterfall and see herds of wild elephants in Minneriya National Park.
From US$
Next available from 1st Jan 1970
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STARTS AT
Colombo, Sri Lanka
ENDS AT
Kosgoda, Sri Lanka
DURATION
12
GROUP SIZE
14
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Island-hop from bars to beaches and forests around Croatia's Dalmatian COast
With its reliably gorgeous weather and vibrant nightlife, Croatia has become a go-to destination for travellers in their 20s. On this island-hopping trip along the country’s Dalmatian coast, start as you mean to go on, sampling the bars of Split before kayaking to hidden beaches around Marjan Hill and heading to Hvar – Croatia’s sunniest, liveliest island. It’s not all drinking – although there will be a chance to try grk, a local dry white wine – as you’ll also explore atmospheric medieval towns, cycle past pine forests and sample fresh oysters on the Pelješac peninsula. Round it all off in charming Dubrovnik, renowned for its Unesco-listed old town.
From US$1844
Next available from 29th Mar 2024
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STARTS AT
Split, Croatia
ENDS AT
Dubrovnik, Croatia
DURATION
8
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Swim by waterfalls and take a local cooking masterclass in Bali
If a tropical island with a mix of lush jungle, fabulous beaches and buzzing nightlife sounds like the perfect solo trip, look no further than Bali, the Indonesian island that draws yogis and beach bums the world over. Culture Trip’s 12-day adventure takes you to some of Bali’s most beautiful spots– one day you’ll be swimming in rock pools at the Banyumala Twin Waterfalls, the next you’ll be learning the secrets of traditional Balinese cuisine in a cooking masterclass. You’ll also get to experience a traditional Balinese blessing ceremony, surf, and hike up an active volcano at sunrise.
From US$1350
Next available from 7th Oct 2023
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STARTS AT
Bali, Indonesia
ENDS AT
Bali, Indonesia
DURATION
12
GROUP SIZE
18
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Snowmobile across glaciers and soak in Iceland's Blue Lagoon
Iceland’s uncompromising terrain is best explored when you have the energy to really get stuck into it, and our five-day tour of the Land of Fire and Ice does just that. We’ll whizz around the thundering waterfalls and spouting geysers of the Golden Circle, tread the black sands of Reynisfjara beach and hike the frozen tongue of Sólheimajökull. If there’s one thing you’ll never forget it’ll be your afternoon spent zipping across an icy glacier on a snowmobile – truly once in a lifetime stuff. All that adventure will make our final-day dip in the milky waters of the Blue Lagoon that extra bit soothing.
From US$2369
Next available from 21st Oct 2023
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STARTS AT
Reykjavik, Iceland
ENDS AT
Reykjavik, Iceland
DURATION
5
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Hike in the Caucasus and learn about ancient winemaking in Georgia
Most people spend their 20s visiting the obvious destinations, the same old bucket-list, must-see places plastered over your Instagram, but nothing gives you travel kudos quite like being the first of your friends to discover somewhere new and exotic. Our nine-day Georgia trip takes you to the heart of one of the world’s most underrated destinations. You’ll get to explore the country’s remarkably beautiful landscapes, from trekking the luscious forests of Lagodekhi National Park to hiking to the postcard-worthy Gergeti Church high in the Caucasus Mountains. Relax the muscles with a well-earned soak in Tbilisi’s sulphur baths before getting stuck into the country’s ancient culinary cultures by sampling home-baked bread at a local family home and learning about Georgia’s ancient winemaking techniques.
From US$1189
Next available from 18th May 2024
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STARTS AT
Tbilisi, Georgia
ENDS AT
Tbilisi, Georgia
DURATION
9
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Additional reporting by Gethin Morgan.
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meet our Local Insider
Hanna
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A GUIDE?
2 years.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?
It's the personal contact, the personal experiences. I love meeting people from all over the world... I really like getting to know everyone and feeling like I'm traveling with a group of friends.
WHAT DESTINATION IS ON YOUR TRAVEL BUCKET-LIST?
I have so many places on my list, but I would really lobe to go to Africa. I consider myself an “adventure girl” and Africa feels like the ULTIMATE adventure!
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Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.
Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.
Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.
Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.
We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.
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